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Product Description

Musical Fidelity was, pretty well, the first hi-fi company in the world to make a DAC. Since that time we had been at the forefront of DAC performance technology. All our DACs have offered cutting edge performance, fair pricing and outstanding build quality.

Until now we have chosen not get involved with the DSD format because the technology was very fluid.

After many years of patient research and development we are proud to launch our MX-DAC with DSD.

The MX DAC represents truly outstanding value for money. Its combination of superlative technical performance, technical innovation, build quality and value should prove a compelling proposition for music lovers.

The new MX DAC is a tremendous performer. It has ultra low distortion, very wide bandwidth and low noise. The technical performance of the MX-DAC is on a par with any other DAC at any price. Jitter is about 12pps, s/n ratio is -116dB ('A' weighted), linearity is +0.2dB at -116dB, stereo separation is -104dB at 1kHz, frequency response is ruler flat and distortion is 0.00025% at 1kHz and 0.0003% at 20kHz.

These technical figures are state-of-the-art. They demonstrate that our implementation is almost perfect. This ensures completely neutral and accurate digital-to-analog conversion of any digital input.

The MX DAC has inputs for: 2 x optical (up to 24 bit 96 kHz), 2 x COAX (up to 24 bit 192 kHz) and USB up to 24 bit 192 kHz asynchronous. Importantly, it also has inputs for DSD 64 kHz and 128 kHz.

Even more importantly all inputs whether from optical, COAX or USB are processed in the DSD domain. This desirable feature gives a warmth and humanity to the sound that simple digital conversion doesn't achieve.

The MX DAC has both single ended and balanced outputs.

The new MX range has beautiful aesthetics and wonderful build quality. The front panel and housing are both from exclusive custom made extrusions using Mil-spec aluminium.

Technical Data

1x XLR Male sockets (balanced) to EIA RS-297-A
Sample rate converterSRC4392 up sampling data to 192kHz
Digital to Analogue converterPCM1795 32 bit / 192kHz Multi-bit Sigma-Delta type
Output Voltage2 Volts RMS single-ended (RCA)
Output Voltage4 Volts RMS balanced (XLR)
PCM THD<0.002%
PCM THD (+ noise)<0.003%
DSD THD<0.003%
DSD THD (+ noise)<0.006%
PCM Frequency Response3dB, 2Hz to 90kHz
PCM Frequency Response3dB, 2Hz to 40kHz
Channel Separation-110dB
Coaxial InputsS/PDIF up to 24 bit / 192kHz
Optical InputsS/PDIF up to 24 bit / 192kHz
Inputs2x RCA coaxial connector SPDIF 32-192 kbps
(16-24 bit stereo PCM)
2x TOSLINK optical connector 32-192 kbps
(16-24 bit stereo PCM)
1x USB type 'B' connector
Asynchronous data stream at up to 24-bit/192kHz PCM as well as DSD64 and DSD128
(Determined by source file/computer settings)
Outputs1x line level RCA (single-ended)
Dimensions (W x H x D)220 x 53 x 215mm
Weight1.9kg (unpacked)
Power Consumption<0.25 Watts standby, <1 Watt max
Accessories1x 5v / 2A DC power supply (90-250VAC universal worldwide supply)
Windows driver CD
User Manual

Specifications

Product Type
DAC
GTIN
9120082385817
EAN
9120082385817
Brand
Musical Fidelity
Condition
New
Product Code
MF-MXDAC-BLK

Delivery Information

Delivery is free for all orders over £250.

'In Stock' items ordered before 1pm will be dispatched the same day.

We use DPD Local 'Next Day Service' for most UK deliveries. Orders sent via 'DPD Local - Next Day Service' will be fully tracked with a 1-hour delivery timeslot on the day of delivery. Standard delivery is Monday to Friday.

Saturday delivery can be selected at checkout for £19.95.

Small items and LP's may be sent using Royal Mail.

Large/heavy items may be sent using TNT Express.

For all other countries please visit the 'Delivery Information' link in the footer.

Occasionally, due to stock demand, we can sell out. If this occurs when you make a purchase, we will inform you quickly. Most out of stock items are available for dispatch within 3 working days. If your purchase is urgent, please contact us to check availability.

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