Streamers — Matrix Audio element M2S

The element M2S is a network streamer with built-in DAC from Matrix Audio, built with exceptional signal-to-noise performance and an exceptionally wide bandwidth. The element M2S brings Matrix Audio's more accomplished current engineering to network-based digital audio playback.

Key specs that matter

A built-in DAC handles conversion, with DSD compatibility reaching DSD 22.4MHz and PCM support up to 32-bit/768kHz. Frequency response spans an exceptionally wide 20Hz to 85,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Analogue output level reaches 4V balanced or 2V single-ended. Signal-to-noise ratio reaches an exceptional 128dB via XLR or 125dB via RCA, with total harmonic distortion plus noise at an exceptionally low 0.00022% via XLR or 0.00023% via RCA - remarkable figures. At 280 x 259 x 58mm and 3.5kg, the element M2S maintains a manageable footprint for its exceptional measured performance.

Sound and use context

Expect exceptionally clean, detailed conversion reflecting the extraordinary 128dB signal-to-noise and near-immeasurable 0.00022% distortion figures - these measurements represent Matrix Audio's most accomplished current digital source engineering.

Pairing

Matrix Audio's own amplifier catalogue and NT-1 or TT-1 transports offer natural, brand-coherent pairings for this streaming DAC.

Alternatives

Matrix Audio's own element i2 offers a more accessible alternative within the same broader element series.