Schiit Audio Mimir – Digital-to-Analog Converter with Mesh Filter
02.05.2025 17:41 | ~1 minute read
Schiit Audio Mimir is a new low-cost USB DAC with an optional preamp function. The model is based on a unique proprietary topology using a Mesh filter, working in conjunction with a standard ESS Sabre DAC chip. Mesh is a combination of the company's digital filter optimized in the time and frequency domains and a standard delta-sigma converter. The system is based on a 32-bit Microchip processor and uses an exceptionally high-quality output cascade based on LME49724 for balanced output, OPA1656 for SE output, both independent, with precision thin-film resistors and film capacitors.
The Schiit Audio Mimir DAC becomes even more interesting if you add the optional Forkbeard module, which allows you to remotely control volume, channel balance, 3-band parametric equalizer, loudness, digital filter switching (Mesh and NOS), phase inversion and input selection (USB, optical SPDIF, coaxial SPDIF and AES3 - all up to 24-bit/192 kHz resolution). For connection both balanced analog outputs and unbalanced ones are provided.
The USB-Audio input of the Schiit Audio Mimir DAC is implemented on the Unison 384 chip and Linear Override power supply, so it is possible to use power from the USB port for convenience or connect an external AC adapter to supply the linear power supply, which provides a much better power supply. The Schiit Audio Mimir is available for $299 in the base version without Forkbeard and $349 with Forkbeard.
Specifications
This product is in the Hi-Fi and High End Electronics and Acoustics database
DACs — Schiit Audio Mimir
Model name
Mimir
Conversion type
Schiit Mesh
Engine
Schiit Mesh, a unique combination of our time- and frequency-domain optimized digital filter and a standard delta-sigma modulator, in this case an ES9028
DSD compatability
N/A
Parameters
N/A
Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)
20
Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)
20000
Gain (dBu)
N/A
Output Level (balanced) (V)
4
Output Level (single-ended) (V)
2
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)
118
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (% at 22 kHz)
0.0003
Dimensions (mm)
22.9 x 15.3 x 3.8
Weight (kg)
0.91
Official link
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