Kassandra MkII 1 vs Kassandra MkII 2
The Kassandra MkII 2's output voltage is 10.0V RMS against the Kassandra MkII 1's 5.0V RMS. Both share bit depth (24-bit), max sample rate (384 kHz), and output impedance (50Ω).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$14,851.50
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About the Kassandra MkII 1
The Aries Cerat Kassandra MkII Gen 1 is a high-end non-oversampling R2R DAC using 16 Analogue Devices AD1865N-K converters per channel. Its analog section employs transformer I/V conversion and a transformer-loaded E280F tube output stage, with no op-amps in the signal path. It provides selectable 10 V RMS output at 50 ohms or 5 V RMS output at 12 ohms, true balanced outputs, and switchable floating RCA outputs for ground-loop management. The asynchronous USB input supports PCM rates up to 24-bit/384 kHz, with claimed jitter attenuation to the femtosecond range. It measures approximately 540 × 520 × 165 mm and weighs about 60 kg. The design emphasizes minimal digital processing and a natural, dynamic, tonally dense presentation.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 384 kHz
- DAC Chip
- Analogue Devices AD1865N-K
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- Output Voltage
- 5.0V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 50Ω
- Max Output Voltage
- 10.0V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Digital Inputs
- USB, AES/EBU, S/PDIF, BNC
- Analog Outputs
- RCA, Balanced
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 540 × 165 × 520 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 60 kg (132 lbs)
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