PS Audio Directstream DAC MK2

There has never been a better sounding DAC at anywhere close to the price of DirectStream. It is the first choice of thousands of critical listeners worldwide, and with its ability to accept PS Audio’s free Operating System upgrades, will never become obsolete.

DESIGN
DirectStream converts every input signal, both PCM and DSD, to single-bit, high sample rate 20X DSD signal. Use of a FPGA rather than an off the shelf DAC chip provides immense processing power, resulting in complete lack of digital glare, and allows the owner to download OS updates as they are released.

APPLICATION
DirectStream is the heart of a reference quality digital audio based system. It handles all PCM sources up to 352.8 kHz, and DSD 64 and 128 (USB and I2S) and DSD256 (I2S only, with the Sunlight OS). Its zero-loss digital volume control allows it to be used as a preamplifier, directly feeding a power amp. Include the Network Bridge to stream Qobuz, Tidal, and Spotify. Roon ready.

FEATURES

100% Dsd Based D-A Converter
Upgradable Via Software Releases
Volume, Balance Control Built In
Upsamples Pcm And Dsd To 20X Dsd Rate
Dxd Support
Passive Transformer Coupled Output
Improves Imaging + Soundstage
Direct Signal Pass With 1X Master Clock
Handwritten Filters, Processors, Samplers
Immune To Outside Source Jitter Problems
Increased Digital Headroom
No Off-The-Shelf Ic-Dac Chips Used
Uncovers Details Usually Masked By Pcm Processors
7X Digital Inputs
Mqa + Tidal Ready With Optional Bridge Ii
Fully Balanced From Input To Output
Color Touch Screen