MA1 vs McIntosh MDA200
The MDA200's output voltage is 2.0V RMS against the MA1's 4.6V RMS and its output impedance 100Ω against 300Ω. Both share bit depth (24-bit) and max sample rate (192 kHz).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$2,100
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About the MA1
The Meitner Audio MA-1 V2 is a high-end stereo digital-to-analog converter with six digital inputs: AES/EBU, two coaxial, two optical, and asynchronous galvanically isolated USB. It supports PCM resolutions up to 24-bit/192kHz, while DSD support depends on the input and connection, reaching DSD128 via USB. The V2 incorporates Meitner’s discrete MDAC™ converter architecture, MDAT2™ digital signal processing, MFAST™ asynchronous clocking, and a high-precision master clock. Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA analog outputs are provided. The unit is manufactured in Canada.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 192 kHz
- DSD Support
- DSD512
- MQA Support
- No
- DAC Chip
- proprietary MDAC™ discrete dual differential D-to-A conversion circuit
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- Output Voltage
- 4.6V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 300Ω
- Max Output Voltage
- 4.6V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- USB, AES/EBU, TOSLINK, COAX
- Digital Outputs
- XLR, RCA
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 435 × 92 × 400 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 7.43 kg (16 lbs)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions