M8x vs TEAC UD-701N
The UD-701N's max sample rate is 384 kHz against the M8x's 768 kHz, its signal-to-noise 110 dB against 120 dB, and its thd 0.002% against 0.000%. Both share bit depth (32-bit).
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DigitalDACsHeadphone Amplifiers
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$4,299
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About the M8x
The Musical Fidelity M8x DAC is the flagship DAC and headphone amp in the M8 series, featuring a fully balanced design with dual differential conversion using two ESS ES9038Q2M 32-bit Sabre DAC chips in dual-mono configuration for exceptional signal-to-noise ratio exceeding 120dB and ultra-low jitter. It includes a discrete analog output stage, proprietary Time Domain Jitter Eliminator, switchable reclocking, upsampling, and 8 digital filters. The powerful headphone amplifier delivers 3.9W into 8 ohms balanced, suitable for demanding headphones. Designed for purity with no streaming or display, it matches the M8 series aesthetics with a thick aluminum chassis acting as a Faraday cage. Roon Tested certified.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 32-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 768 kHz
- DSD Support
- DSD512
- MQA Support
- Yes
- DAC Chip
- ESS ES9038Q2M
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.000%
- SNR
- 120 dB
- Output Voltage
- 2.0V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 100Ω
- Max Output Voltage
- 4.0V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- USB-B, USB-A, Coaxial S/PDIF, Optical S/PDIF, AES/EBU, I²S
- Analog Outputs
- RCA, XLR
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 483 × 102 × 381 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 10.6 kg (23 lbs)
Key Specifications
Power: 3.9W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions