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DACs — Weiss Engineering DAC204 MK2

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Weiss Engineering DAC204 MK2
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The DAC204 MK2 is an accomplished digital-to-analogue converter from Weiss Engineering, a well-established Swiss manufacturer known for accomplished, professionally validated digital audio engineering, built with a substantial output level and near-immeasurable distortion. The DAC204 MK2 brings Weiss's considered engineering to standalone digital conversion.

Key specs that matter

DSD compatibility reaches DSD128, with PCM support up to 24-bit/384kHz. Frequency response extends down to 0Hz and up to an exceptionally wide 80,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Output level is a substantial 7.5V balanced or 3.75V single-ended. Total harmonic distortion plus noise is under a near-immeasurable 0.00016% at 22kHz. At 165 x 105 x 95mm, the DAC204 MK2 maintains a manageable DAC chassis reflecting Weiss's considered Swiss engineering standards.

Sound and use context

Expect exceptionally clean, detailed conversion reflecting the near-immeasurable 0.00016% distortion figure combined with the substantial 7.5V balanced output level, consistent with Weiss's broader professionally validated engineering philosophy.

Pairing

Weiss's own amplifier catalogue offers natural, brand-coherent pairings within the same broader catalogue.

Alternatives

Other manufacturers' comparable professional-grade DACs offer alternatives for buyers wanting to compare format support and measured performance.

Specifications

  • Model name

    DAC204 MK2

  • Conversion type

    N/A

  • Engine

    N/A

  • DSD compatability

    Yes

  • Parameters

    up to 24 bit / 384 kHz and DSD128

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

    0

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

    80 000

  • Gain (dBu)

    N/A

  • Output Level (balanced) (V)

    7.5

  • Output Level (single-ended) (V)

    3.75

  • 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)

    0.00016

  • Dimensions (mm)

    165 x 105 x 95

  • Weight (kg)

    N/A

  • Official link

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