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PS Audio PMG Signature 512 DAC
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The PMG Signature 512 DAC is a distinctive digital-to-analogue converter from PS Audio, built around the PureStream DSD512 engine that converts any digital audio into a pure 8x DSD stream without any PCM conversion. The PMG Signature 512 DAC brings PS Audio's considered engineering to standalone digital conversion with an uncommon DSD-native architecture.
Key specs that matter
DSD compatibility is comprehensive, with parameters supporting up to 24-bit/352.8kHz PCM input alongside native DSD256. Frequency response spans 20Hz to 20,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Output impedance is 200 ohms balanced or 100 ohms single-ended. Total harmonic distortion plus noise is under 0.1% at 22kHz. At 360 x 430 x 100mm and 13.6kg, the PMG Signature 512 DAC maintains a substantial DAC chassis reflecting PS Audio's considered PureStream engineering.
Sound and use context
Expect the distinctive, analogue-like character DSD-native conversion is broadly celebrated for, with the PureStream engine converting all incoming digital audio into a pure 8x DSD stream regardless of source format, avoiding PCM processing entirely.
Pairing
PS Audio's own preamplifier and power-amplifier catalogue offers natural, brand-coherent pairings, and the PureStream architecture suits listeners who specifically value DSD-native conversion.
Alternatives
PS Audio's own broader DAC catalogue offers related alternatives with different conversion architectures within the same considered engineering philosophy.
Key specs that matter
DSD compatibility is comprehensive, with parameters supporting up to 24-bit/352.8kHz PCM input alongside native DSD256. Frequency response spans 20Hz to 20,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Output impedance is 200 ohms balanced or 100 ohms single-ended. Total harmonic distortion plus noise is under 0.1% at 22kHz. At 360 x 430 x 100mm and 13.6kg, the PMG Signature 512 DAC maintains a substantial DAC chassis reflecting PS Audio's considered PureStream engineering.
Sound and use context
Expect the distinctive, analogue-like character DSD-native conversion is broadly celebrated for, with the PureStream engine converting all incoming digital audio into a pure 8x DSD stream regardless of source format, avoiding PCM processing entirely.
Pairing
PS Audio's own preamplifier and power-amplifier catalogue offers natural, brand-coherent pairings, and the PureStream architecture suits listeners who specifically value DSD-native conversion.
Alternatives
PS Audio's own broader DAC catalogue offers related alternatives with different conversion architectures within the same considered engineering philosophy.
Specifications
Model name
PMG Signature 512 DAC
Conversion type
N/A
Engine
PureStream DSD
DSD compatability
Yes
Parameters
up to 24 bit / 352.8 kHz and DSD256
Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)
20
Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)
20 000
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)
200
Output Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
100
Analog outputs
N/A
Signal to Noise Ratio (dB)
N/A
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (% at 22 kHz)
<0.1
Dimensions (mm)
360 x 430 x 100
Weight (kg)
13.6
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