Merlot
Playback DesignsEstimated price (community-sourced)
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About the Merlot
The Playback Designs Merlot is a sophisticated digital-to-analog converter (DAC) designed to deliver exceptional audio quality. It supports up to 384kHz PCM and up to 11.2MHz DSD formats, making it suitable for high-resolution audio playback. The Merlot features a discrete power amplifier architecture for its headphone output, providing ultra-precision control and an analog discrete volume control via a front-panel knob. It includes various input options such as USB, AES, Coax, and PLink, along with balanced and unbalanced line level outputs. The device uses a custom linear power supply with a toroidal transformer for optimal performance and minimal interference. Additionally, the Merlot is software upgradeable by the end-user, allowing for future enhancements and compatibility with evolving audio formats.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 384 kHz
- DSD Support
- DSD256
- MQA Support
- No
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- USB, AES, Coax, PLink
- Analog Outputs
- Balanced line level, Unbalanced line level, Headphone output
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions