DacMagic 100 vs Musical Fidelity V-DAC II
The V-DAC II's signal-to-noise is 117 dB against the DacMagic 100's 113 dB and its thd 0.004% against 0.003%. Both share bit depth (24-bit) and max sample rate (192 kHz).
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About the DacMagic 100
The Cambridge Audio DacMagic 100 is a compact external desktop DAC designed to enhance digital audio from various sources including computers, TVs, game consoles, and digital transports. It features a Wolfson Microelectronics WM8742 24-bit DAC chipset, asynchronous USB input for low-jitter playback, and supports PCM up to 24-bit/192 kHz (no DSD, DXD, or MQA). With dual coaxial S/PDIF inputs, one optical Toslink input, and stereo RCA line outputs, it offers flexible connectivity. Additional features include a ground lift switch to eliminate hum, incoming sample rate indicator, full metal chassis with brushed aluminum front panel, and external 12V power supply. Announced in 2012, it remains available but is considered an older model outperformed by newer budget DACs.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 192 kHz
- DSD Support
- none
- MQA Support
- No
- DAC Chip
- Wolfson Microelectronics WM8742
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.003%
- SNR
- 113 dB
- Output Voltage
- 2.3V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 50Ω
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- USB Type B, Optical, Coaxial
- Analog Outputs
- Stereo RCA line out
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 106 × 46 × 130 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 0.5 kg (1 lbs)
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