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Cary Audio DMS-700
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The DMS-700 is a network streamer with built-in DAC from Cary Audio, built with comprehensive high-resolution format support and exceptionally clean measured performance. The DMS-700 brings Cary Audio's considered engineering to network-based digital audio playback.

Key specs that matter

A built-in DAC handles conversion, with DSD compatibility reaching DSD512 and PCM support up to 32-bit/768kHz - comprehensive format support. Frequency response spans 2Hz to 22,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Output level reaches 3V on both balanced and single-ended connections. Signal-to-noise ratio reaches an exceptional 127dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise at an exceptionally low 0.0001% at 22kHz - reference-tier figures. At 95 x 438 x 413mm and 12.7kg, the DMS-700 represents a substantial digital source commitment.

Sound and use context

Expect exceptionally clean, detailed conversion reflecting the extraordinary 127dB signal-to-noise and near-immeasurable 0.0001% distortion figures - these measurements place the DMS-700 among the cleanest-measuring streaming DACs available.

Pairing

The 3V balanced or single-ended output connects directly to a preamplifier or integrated amplifier, and Cary Audio's own amplifier catalogue offers a natural, brand-coherent pairing.

Alternatives

Cary Audio's broader digital source catalogue offers alternatives for buyers wanting a different balance of features.

Specifications

  • Model name

    DMS-700

  • Has internal DAC

    Yes

  • DSD compatability

    Yes

  • Parameters

    up to 32 bit / 768 kHz and DSD512

  • DSP processing

    N/A

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

    2

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

    22 000

  • Gain (dBu)

    N/A

  • Input Impedance (balanced) (Ω)

    N/A

  • Input Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)

    N/A

  • Output Impedance (balanced) (Ω)

    440

  • Output Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)

    220

  • Analog outputs level (balanced) (V)

    3

  • Analog outputs level (single-ended) (V)

    3

  • Signal to Noise Ratio (dB)

    127

  • Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (% at 22 kHz)

    0.0001

  • Dimensions (mm)

    95 x 438 x 413

  • Weight (kg)

    12.7

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