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dCS MCD 16
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The MCD 16 is a digital-to-analogue converter from dCS, a British manufacturer with a considerable reputation for reference-tier digital conversion engineering derived from professional and broadcast heritage. The MCD 16 brings dCS's meticulous engineering to standalone digital conversion.
Key specs that matter
Detailed technical specifications for the MCD 16 were not comprehensively available in the source database at the time of writing; buyers should confirm exact format support, output levels and full technical documentation directly with dCS or an authorised dealer before purchase.
Sound and use context
Given dCS's broader reputation for reference-tier digital conversion engineering evident throughout its professional and consumer catalogue, expect the MCD 16 to reflect that same considered, meticulous approach applied to this specific position in the range.
Pairing
dCS's own amplifier and preamplifier catalogue, where applicable, forms a natural partner for this DAC within a fully dCS-based system.
Alternatives
dCS's broader digital source catalogue offers alternatives for buyers wanting a different balance of features within the same reference-tier British engineering philosophy.
Key specs that matter
Detailed technical specifications for the MCD 16 were not comprehensively available in the source database at the time of writing; buyers should confirm exact format support, output levels and full technical documentation directly with dCS or an authorised dealer before purchase.
Sound and use context
Given dCS's broader reputation for reference-tier digital conversion engineering evident throughout its professional and consumer catalogue, expect the MCD 16 to reflect that same considered, meticulous approach applied to this specific position in the range.
Pairing
dCS's own amplifier and preamplifier catalogue, where applicable, forms a natural partner for this DAC within a fully dCS-based system.
Alternatives
dCS's broader digital source catalogue offers alternatives for buyers wanting a different balance of features within the same reference-tier British engineering philosophy.
Specifications
Model name
MCD 16
Conversion type
N/A
Engine
N/A
DSD compatability
N/A
Parameters
N/A
Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)
N/A
Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)
N/A
Gain (dBu)
N/A
Output Level (balanced) (V)
N/A
Output Level (single-ended) (V)
N/A
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)
N/A
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (% at 22 kHz)
N/A
Dimensions (mm)
N/A
Weight (kg)
N/A
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