Bricasti M1 Series II DAC

The M1 Series II is the current M1 converter and succeeds the M1SE. It uses Bricasti's MDx processor, high-current twin linear power supplies with larger capacitors, and a handcrafted chassis milled from solid aluminum. The chassis is taller than its predecessor's and stands on Stillpoints feet as standard.

Wiring is point-to-point, and Stillpoints isolation is built into the chassis. The MDx platform handles clocking and filtering and keeps signals at their native sample rate. The output stage is fully differential, suited to the Bricasti M20 preamplifier and Bricasti power amplifiers.

Network streaming is available as an option.

Supplied with remote control. Option: network player, $1,000.

Specifications

• Conversion: PCM 24-bit delta-sigma, 8x oversampling; DSD native and DoP
• Digital inputs: AES/EBU (XLR), S/PDIF (RCA), Toslink (44.1–96 kHz), USB; Ethernet optional
• USB: 44.1–384 kHz; DSD64, DSD128 and DSD256 native and DoP
• Jitter: 8 ps at 48 kHz; 6 ps at 96 kHz
• Balanced output (XLR): +16.5 dBm (5.2 V RMS) at full scale; +22 dBm maximum; 40 ohms
• Unbalanced output (RCA): +8 dBm (2 V RMS) maximum; 40 ohms
• THD+N at 1 kHz: 0.0006% at 0 dBFS; 0.0004% at -30 dBFS
• Dimensions: 17 x 12.5 x 4.5 in; 15 lb
• Power consumption: 28 W; 6 W standby
• Finish: Classic black, Argento silver or Platinum
• Warranty: 2 years parts and labor