Dare we call the Weiss DAC204-MK2 a Swiss army knife? It is certainly the most versatile digital-to-analogue converter in Weiss Engineering’s product offering. Use the DAC204-MK2 for easy switching between multiple digital sources — including a computer or mobile with USB out — and enjoy pristine, low-jitter conversion to analogue audio from the unit’s outputs. The MK2 version features a newly upgraded DAC board with an ES9028PRO chip and a near-zero-ohm output stage, further enhancing performance with difficult cables or low-impedance headphones. The unit can also convert DSD audio to PCM and offers a digital output in AES/EBU format. Users highlight the advantages of pairing the DAC204 with the PSU102 for enhanced performance.“Yesterday, I installed my new PSU102 to go with the DAC204, which I bought earlier this summer. Every music lover should have one. I didn´t believe that the 204 could be improved, but out of curiosity, I just had to give the 102 a try. The combination of these two products is absolutely marvellous.” C. Hedin WEISS DAC204 MK2 Information: COVER ALL YOUR BASES The DAC204-MK2 is a multi-format digital-to-analogue and digital-to-digital converter. Its many input and output options make it equally useful for use in a professional mixing or mastering studio as for an audiophile-grade listening room. It now employs a redesigned DAC section: a new ES9028PRO chip featuring an advanced jitter-elimination circuit, plus an optimised output stage. The distortion figures and reconstruction filters have been fine-tuned by ear for an optimal sonic experience. DIGITAL ACCEPTED HERE The DAC204-MK2 accepts incoming digital audio streams straight from any USB-equipped computer, tablet, or mobile phone. It can also receive S/PDIF and AES/EBU audio via its S/PDIF or Toslink connectors. OUTGOING AUDIO The DAC204-MK2 converts the incoming digital streams to analogue audio, which simultaneously appears on its balanced XLR connectors and unbalanced RCA connectors. It can also perform digital-to-digital conversion and output digital audio in AES/EBU or S/PDIF formats through the corresponding connectors and a BNC output connector. Should the incoming audio be in DSD format, the DAC204-MK2 can convert that to PCM. STAY CONNECTED The DAC204-MK2 can be permanently connected to multiple digital units, and the user can easily switch between them with the front-mounted Input Selector switch. PRODUCT COMPARISON The DAC204-MK2 is the bigger sibling to the DAC205-MK2. The two units offer the same conversion quality, but the DAC204-MK2 has a USB input and can convert DSD to PCM audio. Both the DAC204-MK2 and DAC205-MK2 remain affordable alternatives to higher-grade units such as the DAC501 and HELIOS. They do not have the onboard digital processing capabilities of those units, nor do they include headphone outputs or remote controls UPGRADES & AVAILABILITY The DAC204-MK2 is priced identically to the original DAC204, which is no longer available.Please contact us regarding upgrade pricing for your DAC204. Specifications: Digital Inputs: The DAC204 has a total of three digital stereo inputs: USB Two AES/EBU or S/PDIF on Toslink or RCA connectors. Accepted formats: PCM 44.1kHz up to 384 kHz, DSD 64x / 128x. Analog Outputs: Line out unbalanced on RCA connector. Line out balanced on XLR connector. Front Panel Controls An Input Selector switch, to select the active input (USB, Toslink, or RCA). Two switches for DSD to PCM conversion settings. Power on/off switch. Back Panel Elements Digital inputs on USB, RCA, and Toslink connectors. Analog outputs on XLR and RCA connectors. Digital outputs (AES/EBU) on stereo XLR, RCA, and BNC connectors. Two toggle switches for output level setting. External power supply connector. Dimensions Depth: 16.5 cm / 6.5 inchesWidth: 10.5 cm / 4.2 inchesHeight: 9.5 cm / 3.8 inches Power: An external power supply is included with the unit. All sensitive voltages have their own linear regulators. The result is an analog output free of “digital noise” and channel crosstalk.
