AUDIOLAB M-DAC PLUS DAC/Preamp (Black): Excellent DEMO; Full Warranty; 40% Off; Free Shipping

AUDIOLAB M-DAC PLUS DAC/Preamp (Black): Excellent DEMO; Full Warranty; 40% Off; Free Shipping

MSRP:        $1099.95 USD 

pcX Price:  $659.95 USD        40% Off Retail + Free Shipping

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.

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