Akurate DSM vs Devialet Expert 200
The Expert 200's signal-to-noise is 130 dB against the Akurate DSM's 110 dB and its thd 0.001% against 0.002%. Both share bit depth (24-bit) and max sample rate (192 kHz).
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DigitalDigital Audio PlayersPre-AmplifiersDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$2,500
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the Akurate DSM
The Linn Akurate DSM is a high-end network music player, DAC, digital preamplifier, and analogue preamplifier introduced in multiple generations. It combines network streaming, extensive digital and analogue connectivity, configurable MM/MC phono input, HDMI audio/video switching, headphone output, and Linn Exakt Link connectivity. Depending on the hardware variant, features include Linn Katalyst DAC architecture, DSD playback, AirPlay, Spotify Connect, Tidal, Qobuz, Roon, TuneIn, Calm Radio, and HDMI 2.0 with 4K, HDR, ARC, and CEC support. The product line was replaced by Linn Selekt products and is generally available only on the used market.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 192 kHz
- DSD Support
- DSD128
- MQA Support
- No
- DAC Chip
- Linn Katalyst
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.002%
- SNR
- 110 dB
- Output Impedance
- 10Ω
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Wi-Fi
- Yes
- Ethernet
- Yes
- Digital Inputs
- HDMI Type A, coaxial S/PDIF RCA, optical TOSLINK/JIS F05, Ethernet RJ45
- Digital Outputs
- HDMI, coaxial S/PDIF RCA, optical TOSLINK, Linn Exakt Link RJ45
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 380 × 91 × 380 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 5.8 kg (13 lbs)
- Available Colors
- silver, black
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions