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Merason Frerot
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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.

Specifications

  • Model name

    Frerot

  • 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)

    4

  • Output Level (single-ended) (V)

    2

  • 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)

    225 × 50 × 180

  • Weight (kg)

    0.995 (main) + 0.200 (PSU)

  • Official link

    https://en.merason.com/frerot

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