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DACs — Métronome c|AQWO 2

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Métronome c|AQWO 2
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Metronome C|AQWO 2 is a flagship digital audio DAC with support for PCM up to 32 bit/768 kHz, DSD512, DXD, equipped with USB, AES/EBU, coaxial and optical inputs, balanced and unbalanced outputs, I2S (HDMI), Ethernet and Wi-Fi for network streaming, provides a detailed High-end- sound.

Specifications

  • Model name

    c|AQWO 2

  • Conversion type

    N/A

  • Engine

    AKM: AK4499EX, ESS: ES9039MPRO

  • DSD compatability

    Yes

  • Parameters

    up to 384 kHz / 32 bits and DSD512

  • Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)

    N/A

  • Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)

    N/A

  • Gain (dBu)

    N/A

  • Output Level (balanced) (V)

    3

  • Output Level (single-ended) (V)

    3

  • Input Impedance (balanced) (Ω)

    N/A

  • Input Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)

    N/A

  • Output Impedance (balanced) (Ω)

    150

  • Output Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)

    100

  • Analog outputs

    N/A

  • Signal to Noise Ratio (dB)

    AKM: 135, ESS: 137

  • Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (% at 22 kHz)

    N/A

  • Dimensions (mm)

    420 x 120 x 425 (drive) + 420 x 85 x 425 (PSU)

  • Weight (kg)

    11,6 (drive) + 12,8 (PSU)

  • Official link

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