Leema Acoustics Libra Precision DAC

£6,250.00 inc. VAT

Trade-in available.

Enveloped in the same precision-machined casework as the famous Tucana and Antila products, the simple-but-elegant looks of Libra DAC by Leema Acoustics conceal a staggering array of class-leading technologies. The sheer quantity of input options alone is breathtaking.

Available in Silver or Black finish.


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Description

Libra

With the Leema Acoustics Libra Precision DAC, digital audio has never sounded so good! Decades of experience in digital audio for professional studios worldwide, crystallises in the fabulous new Libra.

Three coaxial and three optical inputs are present. These can accept high-resolution 24-bit 192kHz audio, and are joined by twin I2S inputs via RJ45 connectors. One of these inputs features fully-programmable pin allocation (via software), meaning any high-end source with an I2S interface can easily be accommodated.

For those who own sources with professional standard AES/EBU outputs, there are two input connections available via industry standard XLR connectors.

The class-leading Leema Acoustics M1 USB module provides a connection for computer audio replay from both Windows (driver software included), Macintosh and Linux machines. This interface is fully asynchronous, meaning that Libra precisely regulates the data rate coming from the computer, delivering incredibly low jitter levels. This feature, together with full galvanic isolation using cutting-edge spinning electron technology, ensures that the music you have on your computer sounds as good as is technically achievable.

Libra DAC provides DSD64, DSD128, DXD & 384 kHz via USB and I2S inputs. DSD64 is also supported via all S/PDIF inputs (coaxial and optical) and AES/EBU inputs.

In addition, Libra incorporates the new fully-balanced Quattro Infinity Dual-Mono DAC modules. These feature user-selectable output filter bandwidth, for maximum flexibility with higher sample rate sources. They are also field-replaceable. Should conversion technology improve in the future, the modules may be upgraded, thereby future-proofing your investment.

Analogue audio features three separate inputs, each of which can be individually configured as unbalanced (via RCA cinch connectors) or fully balanced via XLR connectors. The entire signal path, both digital and analogue, is fully-balanced. From the digital data stream right up to the balanced analogue outputs.

For convenience, there is also a Bluetooth interface, making music replay from suitably-equipped tablet computers or mobile devices, quick, easy and wireless.

Flexibility features again in the output section: Libra is able to operate either as a conventional audio component with fixed output level, or as a high-end preamplifier with full analogue volume control on-board. Outputs are provided via unbalanced RCA / Cinch connectors and balanced XLR connectors. Libra is also a full LIPS® controller and can control Leema’s range of power amplifiers directly.

Finally a very high-quality headphone amplifier is included, making Libra the ideal single box conversion solution.

Features

  • Dual-Mono Reference Quattro Infinity DAC
  • Huge number of Inputs: 2x AES/EBU, 3x Optical, 3x Coaxial, USB, Bluetooth, 2x XLR, 2x RCA
  • Global Volume Control – can act as digital preamplifier.
  • Built-in headphone amplifier.

Specifications

  • Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz +/- 0.25 dB
  • Distortion @ 1 kHz: > 0.001 %
  • Crosstalk @ 20 kHz: > -95 dB
  • THD & 0 dBFs: > 0.005 %
  • Jitter @ 1 kHz: < 50 ps
  • Output Level (Fixed Gain Mode, 0 dB @ 1 kHz):
    • Unbalanced: 2.1 V RMS
    • Balanced: 4.2 V RMS
  • DAC: Quattro 24-bit / 192 kHz with low jitter receiver / Leema USB-M1 24 / 192 Module

Full Leema Acoustics Range Available

Unilet Sound & Vision are official retail partners for Leema Acoustics, able to provide sales, advice and assistance on their entire range of high-quality audio products. Please do get in touch if you would like a demonstration or wish to purchase.

More Information

Additional information

Weight 15.0 kg
Dimensions 32.0 × 44.0 × 11.0 cm
Colour

Black, Silver

Purchase Options

Click & Collect, Trade-In Available

Brand

Leema Acoustics

Founded in 1998, Leema Acoustics was originally a means of further exploring the fanatical interest in audio reproduction of its two founders, ex-BBC engineers Lee Taylor and Mallory Nicholls.

Following the success of their first project (the Xen micro-monitor, sold to pro-audio customers only), the founders decided to turn their expertise to audio electronics, and their first domestic product, (the Tucana integrated amplifier) subsequently won the distinguished Hi-Fi News amplifier of the year award. Since then, the Leema Acoustics portfolio of class-leading products has expanded to include the Constellation, Stellar, Elements and Essentials series. Their products continue to attract international acclaim, including many "best in class" reviews and numerous eminent awards.

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