Audiolab M-DAC Mini D/A Converter

Description

M-DAC Mini

Like the M-DAC+, the M-DAC mini is equipped to process PCM audio data up to 32-bit/384kHz via USB, ensuring it is primed to take full advantage of hi-res digital sound both now and in the future. The USB input also supports DSD64, DSD128 and DSD256.

Eschewing the space-saving compromise often inherent in portable DAC designs, M-DAC mini has sufficient internal space to enable the inclusion of discreet audiophile-grade components in key circuits. A small form factor makes M-DAC mini easy to carry and place wherever needed, untethered to the mains supply thanks to its rechargeable battery.

Performance is paramount throughout the M-DAC mini’s circuit design. For example; while most portable DACs control volume in the digital domain (which results in lost bits and reduced signal quality) the M-DAC mini uses a high-quality analogue potentiometer like those found in full-size hi-fi separates.

M-DAC mini combines advanced digital-to-analogue conversion with a high-performance Class-A JFET output stage and dedicated headphone amp section, delivering superb sound whether hooked up to an amplifier and speakers, or when feeding active speakers, or when driving a pair of quality headphones.

The inclusion of battery power for the first time in an M-DAC component is not simply about portability. It also benefits performance, supplying clean and stable DC power – free from the distortion introduced by common switch-mode power supplies, yet without the need for a bulky, costly audiophile-grade mains PSU.

A mains charger is included, and when connected to the mains, both iOS and Android devices can be charged directly from your M-DAC mini.

M-DAC Series

M-DAC is the multi award-winning range of standalone digital-to-analogue converters from Audiolab, comprising Nano, Mini, the original M-DAC, M-DAC Plus, and M-ONE models.

The range covers pure high-resolution D/A conversion, plus both digital and analogue amplification, and various levels of input/output flexibility, portability and usage.

Specifications

• General Description: Digital-to-Analogue Converter
• DAC: ESS Sabre32 Reference ES9018K2M
• Sampling Rate: Optical, Coaxial 192kHz, USB 384kHz, DSD64, DSD128, DSD256
• Digital Input: Coaxial, Optical, USB micro-B for PC/Android, USB-A for iOS, Bluetooth
• Digital Output: Coaxial, Optical
• Output Voltage: 5Vrms ±0.1
• Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz (± 0.2dB)
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 115dB（A-Weighted)
• Battery: Li-ion Type DC 3.7V 5000mAh
• Playback Time: Up to 7 hours

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More Information

• M-DAC Mini, by Audiolab

Additional information

Brand

Audiolab

Formed in the early 1980s by Philip Swift and Derek Scotland, Audiolab earned worldwide acclaim with their 8000A - an integrated stereo amplifier that became a classic ‘step-up’ from the budget models of the time. During the ensuing years, the 8000A established itself as one of the most successful British amps ever produced, and was joined by a range of electronics including CD players, pre/power amps and an FM tuner.

The brand switched hands in 1997, changing its name to TAG McLaren Audio, and was so known until 2004 when Audiolab became part of IAG and returned to its original name.