Experience pure, detailed sound with the DAC502-MK2. More than a DAC, it combines advanced audio processing and network streaming with room correction tools for a perfectly balanced listening experience.
The DAC502-MK2 is not only one of the best digital-to-analog converter available on the market today, offering an accurate and soulful presentation of the audio.
It also includes user-configurable settings, from room EQ and de-essing to crosstalk cancellation, dynamics compensation, loudness control, and even vinyl emulation.
HIGH CONNECTIVITY
The DAC502-MK2 comes with digital inputs in numerous formats and has both balanced and unbalanced analog outputs. All standard sampling frequencies up to 384 kHz plus DSD x64 and x128 are supported.
Furthermore, the unit functions as a preamp, headphone amp, and a streamer (UPnP/ROON).
The DAC502-MK2 also seamlessly integrates with the JPLAY iOS app – you can enjoy your favorite tracks from Qobuz, Tidal, and your local collection, all in one unified library.
DAC502 PRODUCT COMPARISON
The DAC502-MK2 and its compact sibling DAC501-MK2 are identical, apart from the latter using a larger enclosure and an additional 4-pin headphone socket at the back of the unit. Both models are offered in aluminum or black finishes.
The DAC502-MK2 includes all the audio processing features of the DSP502 — so one could view the latter unit as a DAC502-MK2 without the D/A conversion.
PURIST SIGNAL PATH
To achieve its exceptional performance specifications, the DAC502-MK2 uses dual 32-bit D/A converter chips, with two conversion channels per audio channel.
It also uses an internal high-precision/low jitter clock generator for ultra-stable clocking of the D/A converter section.
PROFESSIONAL PROCESSING
The built-in audio processing is based on the same trailblazing algorithms that are used in Weiss Engineering’s professional audio tools.
So with the DAC502-MK2, you can adjust the audio using the same professional-grade algorithms that were used to mix and master the original recording.
EASE OF USE
The DAC502-MK2 comes with an IR remote control which can be used to select the active input and output, the DSP audio processing presets, and switch power on and off.
Furthermore, it is possible to control and configure the DAC502-MK2 via a web browser, which adds detailed control of the DSP processing and preset management.
Specifications
There are a total of five inputs:
AES/EBU or S/PDIF via XLR, Toslink and RCA sockets.
UPnP/DLNA via Ethernet.
USB.
Roon Ready.
Accepted formats: PCM 44.1kHz up to 384 kHz, DSD 64x / 128x.
Future formats can be accommodated via software updates.
Outputs
Line out unbalanced on RCA connector.
Line out balanced on XLR connector.
Headphone out on 1/4″ jack.
Headphone out on 4-pin XLR connector.
Discrete output stages for both line and headphone outputs are employed.
The output levels can be set in a coarse manner with four steps to adapt for the amplifier or headphone connected. The levels can be set independently for line and headphone outputs.
No sound degrading servo mechanisms are used.
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