The Primare DM36 DAC Module represents a significant advancement in digital-to-analog conversion technology. By employing the ESS ES9068A chipset, it enhances audio fidelity and detail beyond traditional DAC capabilities.The DM36 operates based on advanced digital signal processing principles, utilizing the ESS ES9068A chipset, which is known for its precision and low distortion in converting digital audio signals to analog. Supporting resolutions up to PCM 384 kHz and DSD 256 (11.2 MHz), the unit ensures accurate playback of high-resolution audio formats. Additionally, with 4 Toslink optical and 2 RCA coaxial inputs, it can handle a variety of digital sources while maintaining high fidelity. The PCM up-sampling feature enhances lower sample rates, improving the internal digital conversion and aiding native output quality. MQA processing incorporates proprietary algorithms to accurately unfold audio files, providing a master quality sound reproduction.Key Features ESS ES9068A Chipset: Delivers high-resolution audio processing with minimized distortion and noise, ensuring accurate signal conversion. PCM Up-Sampling: Enhances audio quality by converting lower-resolution signals to higher ones, providing improved clarity without loss of detail. MQA Support: Enables playback of master-quality recordings with authenticated file decoding, allowing users to experience audio as it was intended in studio settings. Multiple Input Options: Includes 4 Toslink optical and 2 RCA inputs for versatile connectivity and compatibility with various audio sources. High-Resolution Output: Supports native output for digital inputs and selectable output for analog inputs, catering to a wide range of resolution needs. Technical Specifications Inputs: 4 x Toslink optical, 2 x RCA coaxial, 1 x USB B Digital Input Resolution: Up to PCM 384 kHz/32 bit, DSD 256 (11.2 MHz) Analog Output: 1 x RCA PCM Up-Sampling: Allows 16/44.1 and 24/48 kHz signals to be up-sampled to 24/88.2 kHz and 24/96 kHz MQA Capability: Full processing support for MQA encoded files
