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Audiolab M-DAC+
Audiolab M-DAC+
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M-DAC+
The new M-DAC+ is a high-performance, multi-purpose audio DAC (Digital-to-Analogue Converter) for home use, designed to sit on a desk or table, or integrate into a hi-fi system. It incorporates a highly specified, audiophile-quality digital preamplifier and Class A output stage for connection to a power amp and speakers (the output can be fixed for those who wish to use an existing preamp or integrated amp), in addition to a high-quality output for headphone use.
Redefining a Classic
The new M-DAC+ is based firmly on the classic M-DAC, with carefully targeted improvements in key areas – a logical move, given the original model’s sustained popularity over the last four years. The M-DAC built a peerless reputation with press and public alike since its launch in the autumn of 2011, scooping multiple Product of the Year Awards from the likes of What Hi-Fi?, Hi-Fi Choice and EISA to make it arguably the most critically acclaimed DAC component ever made. “The Audiolab M-DAC+ gets an awful lot right – so much, in fact, it comfortably justifies its ‘+’ designation”. ~ What Hi-Fi? Sound and Vision, June 2016
The Finest DAC Circuitry
Like the M-DAC, the M-DAC+ incorporates the ES9018 Sabre Reference 32-bit DAC chipset, still widely regarded as the finest available. This is surrounded by exceptionally well-specified circuitry that puts other similarly priced DACs to shame, including a proprietary, discrete master clock to minimise jitter, coupled with extensive time domain isolation. A JFET Class A output stage ensures that the audio signal, following conversion from the digital domain to analogue, is of the highest quality.
High Performance with DSD
Under the hood lie a number of performance-related enhancements. The M-DAC+ now processes audio data up to 32-bit/384kHz via USB; this is a far higher specification than that required by current hi-res music formats, ensuring this new, premium-quality addition to the M-DAC family is fully equipped for future advances in ultra-high-definition digital sound.
The USB input now also accepts DSD files (the digital audio system originally developed for Super Audio CD), offering compatibility with DSD64, DSD128 and DSD256. This is a significant addition, as DSD has an important role to play in the developing high-resolution digital download scene.
Specifications
Specifications
| Specifications | |
| General description | Digital-to-Analogue Converter |
| DAC | ESS Sabre32 9018 chip |
| Sampling Rate | 24-bit / 192kHz (Optical, Coaxial, AES) 32-bit / 384kHz (USB) 2.8MHz (DSD64), 5.6MHz (DSD128), 11.2MHz (DSD256) |
| Digital Input | 2 x Coaxial, 2 x Toslink Optical, 1 x AES/EBU, 1 x USB for PC USB, 1x USB for iPod/iPhone/iPad |
| Digital Output | 1x Coaxial, 1 x Toslink Optical |
| Output Voltage | Balanced: 4.5V RMS Unbalanced: 2.25V RMS |
| Output Impedance | Balanced: 20Ω Unbalanced: 10Ω |
| THD (1kHz 0dB 20Hz - 20kHz A wtd) | <0.002% |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz - 20KHz (± 0.2dB) |
| Signal to Noise Ratio | RCA: > -115dB, XLR: > -120dB |
| Dynamic Range | RCA: > 115dB, XLR: > 120dB |
| Crosstalk | RCA: > 120dB, XLR: > 130dB |
| Dimensions (mm) | 114mm x 247mm x 292mm |
| Net Weight | 3.7kg |
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For other areas please contact us for a quote. Select items can be delivered internationally by prior agreement. Again please contact us for a quote. We will always do our best to help.
Our aim is to dispatch goods within 2 working days of an order being placed. Please allow 5 working days from the time of your order to receipt of item. If an order is expected to take longer than this our order fulfillment department will contact you to inform you of this.
Where multiple items are ordered, we will dispatch them all in one package. If you have ordered any special or customized items, or items otherwise not immediately available, we will dispatch the order when all items are available. If you have any concerns regarding this, please contact us and we will do are very best to help you.
