SPL Mercury Stereo Mastering DAC Digital to Analog Converter (Black)
Best mastering-grade converter for professional audio engineers seeking pristine sonic transparency.
This is the gold standard for mastering engineers who demand absolute transparency and massive dynamic range. By prioritizing high-voltage analog circuitry over digital bells and whistles, it sacrifices modern streaming conveniences for the kind of surgical, high-fidelity conversion that defines a professional studio.
$2899.00
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Hi-Fi Heaven
Who it's for
- Mastering engineers seeking maximum dynamic range and sonic transparency
- Studio professionals needing versatile connectivity for diverse digital sources
- Audio purists requiring absolute signal integrity and precise clocking
Who should skip it
- Hobbyists working with limited equipment budgets
- Users looking for an all-in-one headphone amp solution
- Desktop producers with restricted studio rack space
Performance breakdown
Dynamic Range
The 120V rail technology provides exceptional headroom for professional mastering tasks.
Conversion Fidelity
Velvet Sound architecture delivers transparent, high-resolution audio with surgical precision.
Connectivity Versatility
Seven digital inputs ensure seamless integration into any complex studio environment.
Monitor Control
Analog volume control offers smooth, tactile adjustment for critical listening sessions.
Format Support
Handles high-resolution PCM and DSD256 files with effortless technical capability.
Build Integrity
Robust construction meets the rigorous demands of daily professional studio use.
Key Specs
DAC Chip
AKM AK4490 Velvet Sound®
Max PCM Sampling Rate
768kHz
Max DSD Sampling Rate
DSD256
Supported Bit Depth
32-bit
Digital Inputs
7 total (2x AES/EBU, 2x S/P-DIF Coaxial, 2x TOSLINK Optical, 1x USB)
Analog Technology
120V Rail Technology
Volume Control
Analog (ALPS RK27 Potentiometer)
Reference Levels
Adjustable up to 24dBu
Conversion Type
Digital to Analog (DAC)
Input Interface Type
Optical (Toslink), Coaxial, XLR
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