LAiV Harmony DAC

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The LAiV Harmony DAC is a discrete balanced R-2R digital-to-analogue converter engineered with high-resolution USB, I2S, and S/PDIF inputs for discerning listeners seeking natural, uncoloured source conversion. Built within a solid CNC-machined aluminium chassis, this desktop unit translates digital bitstreams directly into continuous analogue signals via a precision-matched resistor network. It serves as an uncompromising digital core for high-resolution headphone systems and reference two-channel stereo systems alike.The Hi-Fi Centre Team TakeLiving with the LAiV Harmony DAC reveals an organic, fatigue-free presentation that brings tactile presence and acoustic depth to everyday listening. The implementation of discrete ladder networks and femtosecond clocking renders micro-details with clean separation, making extended late-night listening sessions effortless. Its substantial aluminium casework and crisp monochrome display integrate cleanly into a modern audio workspace, balancing understated physical design with focused digital performance.Key Features Discrete R-2R Architecture: Precision-matched resistor arrays preserve organic acoustic timbre and instrument separation across all frequencies. Femtosecond Clock Precision: Low-jitter Crystek oscillators eliminate timing errors to deliver a transparent, natural listening experience. High-Resolution USB Processing: Handles native DSD256 and studio-grade PCM files up to 768 kHz with effortless linearity. Authorized Dealer Assurance: Hi-Fi Centre is an Authorized Dealer, providing genuine manufacturer warranty protection and comprehensive post-purchase technical support. Technical Specifications Architecture: Discrete Balanced R-2R Ladder Network Digital Processing: Intel Cyclone FPGA Master Clock: Crystek CCHD-957 Femtosecond Clock Digital Inputs: 1x USB Type-B, 1x I2S (HDMI), 1x Coaxial (S/PDIF), 1x Optical (Toslink) Analogue Outputs: 1x Balanced Stereo XLR, 1x Single-Ended Stereo RCA Supported Sampling Rates (USB / I2S): PCM 44.1 kHz – 768 kHz, Native DSD64 – DSD256 Supported Sampling Rates (Coaxial / Optical): PCM 44.1 kHz – 192 kHz Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.25 dB) Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (THD+N): 0.0035% Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR): >123 dB (A-Weighted) Dynamic Range: >110 dB (A-Weighted) Chassis & Finishes: CNC-Machined Solid Aluminium (Available in Black, Silver) Dimensions (W × D × H): 250 × 255 × 75 mm Weight: 4.3 kg Show more