DAC 2
The new Merason Dac 2 features playback with musical flow, authenticity, and emotional depth — natural, engaging, and free from digital harshness.
The Dac 2 features two BurrBrown PCM1794A converter chips that operate in a true dual-mono configuration, with one chip dedicated to each channel. This results in a wider, more stable soundstage and 5 dB improved dynamics.
The Dac 2 features a discrete, fully balanced Class A output stage without feedback processes the sensitive analog signal. Premium components and the use of a fully discrete design in this stage preserve sonic nuance at very low noise levels.
The Dac 2’s twelve independent power supplies are distributed across all critical sections — from left and right channels to the digital inputs. Oversized transformers and strict separation create stable conditions for clarity, dynamics, and a quiet background.
The Dac 2 also features a completely redesigned multilayer PCB layout, increased use of high-precision SMD components, improved converter-chip supply, optimized thermal management, and vibration-protecting feet help extract maximum performance from the design.
The Dac 2 includes USB, coaxial RCA, Toslink, and AES/EBU inputs — all galvanically isolated — the DAC 2 integrates easily into high-end systems. Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA outputs provide the right connection to preamplifiers or integrated amplifiers.
The Dac 2’s development, electronics, assembly, and final inspection are carried out exclusively in Switzerland — ensuring precision, craftsmanship, and a restrained, functional design language.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Output: max. 3.5 V RMS (balanced), max. 1.75 V RMS (unbalanced)
Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz +/- 0.3 dB
THD+N: < 0.006 %.
SNR: > 120 dB
DAC: Two BurrBrown 1794A, discrete I/V stage
Power Supply: 230 V or 115V (one of them) AC / 50 to 60 Hz, 30 W.
OPERATION
Ambient temperature 10°C to 30°C, 50°F to 86°F
Humidity max. 80 %, non-condensing
During operation, the device heats up by approx. 20 K compared to the ambient temperature.
INPUT FORMAT
44.1 kHz@16 bit
44.1 kHz@24 bit
48 kHz@16 bit
48 kHz@24 bit
88.2 kHz@24 bit
96 kHz@24 bit
176.4 kHz@24 bit (USB)
192 kHz@24 bit
DIMENSIONS
Width: 45 cm, 17.7 In
Height: 10 cm, 3.9 In
Depth: 29 cm, 11.4 In
Weight: 5.5 kg, 12 lbs