Elgar Plus vs Audio Alchemy DMP-1
The DMP-1's weight is 3.63 kg (8 lbs) against the Elgar Plus's 12 kg (26 lbs). Both share bit depth (24-bit), max sample rate (192 kHz), and dsd support (DSD64).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$3,881.41
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About the Elgar Plus
The dCS Elgar Plus, introduced in 2000 and produced until 2007, is an upgraded version of the original 1996 Elgar DAC, adding IEEE1394 (Firewire) for DSD playback at 2.822MS/s. It features proprietary 5-bit Ring DAC topology, integral digital volume and balance controls allowing direct connection to power amplifiers, and supports high-resolution PCM up to 24-bit/192kHz via dual AES/EBU. Build quality is exceptional with precise controls and a robust chassis. It remains serviceable by dCS and competes well sonically even against modern DACs, offering transparency, wide soundstage, and precise imaging.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 192 kHz
- DSD Support
- DSD64
- MQA Support
- No
- DAC Chip
- dCS Ring DAC
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- Dual AES/EBU (XLR), BNC, TosLink optical, ST optical (optional), SDIF-2, DSD over IEEE1394 (I/O), word clock (I/O)
- Analog Outputs
- XLR balanced, RCA single-ended
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 461 × 75 × 406 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 12 kg (26 lbs)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions