Reuss vs DAC 1
The DAC 1's signal-to-noise is 120 dB against the Reuss's 115 dB and its thd 0.006% against 0.015%. Both share bit depth (24-bit) and max sample rate (192 kHz).
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The Merason Reuss DAC is designed to deliver pure musical quality with a focus on minimalism. It uses BurrBrown PCM1794A DAC chips, one per channel, ensuring a high dynamic range. The device is fully balanced, with four independent channels, and features a discrete I/V stage in Class A. It includes USB, RCA, Toslink, and AES inputs, and offers both unbalanced and balanced outputs. The Reuss DAC is crafted in Switzerland with a sleek aluminum housing and is available in black and white finishes.
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