Merason DAC1 Mk II
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Model name
DAC1 Mk II
Conversion type
N/A
Engine
BurrBrown 1794A
DSD compatability
N/A
Parameters
up to 192 kHz / 24 bit
Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)
20
Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)
20 000
Gain (dBu)
N/A
Output Level (balanced) (V)
3
Output Level (single-ended) (V)
1.5
Input Impedance (balanced) (Ω)
N/A
Input Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
N/A
Output Impedance (balanced) (Ω)
N/A
Output Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
N/A
Analog outputs
N/A
Signal to Noise Ratio (dB)
120
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (% at 22 kHz)
< 0.006
Dimensions (mm)
450 × 100 × 290
Weight (kg)
5.5
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Merason Frerot is a Swiss compact DAC with Burr Brown 1794A chip, supporting PCM up to 24 bit/192 kHz. It has a high-quality discrete analog circuit and Class A amplification, providing clear, transparent and natural sound with good detail and a wide stage. The inputs include USB, RCA, and galvanically isolated optics to reduce interference. It is characterized by a simple architecture and attention to the quality of the components, allowing you to reveal the nuances of music with a lively and organic presentation.
The Merason Reuss is a Swiss audiophile DAC with a pair of Burr Brown PCM1794A and a fully balanced circuit. It is equipped with USB (Amanero), RCA, Toslink and AES inputs, has 12 separate linear power supplies, provides low jitter, high precision and clear sound with a wide stage and deep detail. Designed for maximum musical immersion and versatility in a home audio system.