{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-nu-vista-dac","title":"Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista DAC","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMusical Fidelity Nu-Vista DAC Key Features: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDAC Circuit: 32 bit Hyperstream II\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDAC Chip: 2x ES9038Q2M (dual differential)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow Noise Nu-Vista Class A circuitry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8x 7586 Nuvistors in balanced buffer output circuit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16-core XMOS and CPLD MAX II Altera processors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwitchable Advanced Reclocking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwitchable Upsampling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOversampling Bypass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelectable digital filters with proprietary optimum transient filter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull Hardware MQA Decoding for USB and SPDIF inputs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoon Tested\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuper Silent Power Transformer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscrete input power filtering and DC blocking circuitry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Description: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Nu-Vista DAC represents Musical Fidelity's pinnacle DAC model, centered on the acclaimed ESS 32-bit HyperStream II DAC structure. Within this unit, their renowned Nuvistor circuitry is seamlessly integrated, featuring fully balanced Nuvistor 7586 triode tubes in a discrete Class A amplifier buffer for each channel. It boasts a range of connectivity options including RCA and XLR outputs, 3 optical and 1 coax SPDIF inputs, 1 USB input, 1 AES\/EBU input, and an I2S input for an upcoming Nu-Vista CD-player.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeveraging their expertise with Sabre ESS chips, the Nu-Vista DAC employs 2x ES9038Q2M chips in dual differential mode, enabling a pristine dual mono design. These converters facilitate support for files up to 768 kHz in PCM and DSD256 via DoP, and native DSD512 via USB, accommodating a wide spectrum of digital files. Improvements in the SPDIF inputs now encompass MQA (up to 384kHz) and DSD (DoP 64) support.\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-6naz0isypk\/images\/stencil\/original\/image-manager\/4.jpg?t=1703893708\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArchitecture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA specially designed low-noise, low-dropout regulator, tailored for high-resolution audio systems, combined with a Time Domain Jitter Eliminator, ensures exceptional SNR, THD+N performance, and incredibly detailed transient response. The proprietary clock design achieves unrivaled jitter rates below 100 femtoseconds, surpassing many audiophile clock generators. Advanced features include optional upsampling, reclocking, and an oversampling bypass mode, empowered by the 16-core XMOS and CPLD MAX II Altera processors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLegendary Nuvistor Tubes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fusion of Nuvistor tubes with state-of-the-art balanced and discrete technology, alongside modern digital architecture, culminates in a DAC segment transitioning seamlessly into a high-performance, fully differential analog stage. Each channel boasts its own fully balanced Nuvistor output stage in a discrete Class A setup, delivering pristine sound with minimal distortion and exceptionally low noise, providing a smooth, punchy, and clear audio experience that DACs often struggle to achieve.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFiltering, Upsampling, and Reclocking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe re-clocking process relies on the CPLD MAX II Altera, a Complex Programmable Logic Device, collaborating with the XMOS microcontroller to ensure top-tier processing of PCM, DSD, and MQA technologies. Within the Nu-Vista DAC, users can independently activate or deactivate upsampling and reclocking for PCM signals, while DSD and MQA utilize their own dedicated settings and filters. Specifically for PCM signals, this DAC offers a selection of eight digital filters, including our exclusive optimal transient digital filter. This particular filter prioritizes superior time domain performance over frequency domain prowess, resulting in a subtle frequency roll-off around 20kHz but delivering zero pre-ringing and post-ringing artifacts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor purists seeking musical immersion, the Nu-Vista DAC offers immediate integration with sweet, clear sound and extended treble, complemented by endless bottom-end dynamics. With customizable options, settings, and various digital filters including the optimum transient filter, it evolves into a powerful tool for exploring diverse musical perspectives and high-resolution audio capabilities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilent Power Transformers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Nu-Vista DAC embodies their commitment to innovation, featuring Super Silent Power Transformers, meticulously separated power supplies for digital and analog circuitry, and robust mechanical construction ensuring immunity to vibration and electromagnetic interference. Included is the Nu-Vista remote control, crafted in the signature solid \"Nu-Vista\" style for intuitive operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThis Nu-Vista line, rooted in the history of Musical Fidelity, continues its legacy of merging digital precision with the analog warmth of Nuvistors, envisioning an immersive, holographic sonic experience for listeners.\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-6naz0isypk\/images\/stencil\/original\/image-manager\/9.jpg?t=1703893750\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSpecifications: \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDAC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDAC chip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2x ES9038Q2M (dual mono) with 8x digital filter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency response\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-0,5dB at 10Hz and 20kHz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal correlated jitter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026lt;100 femtoseconds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLinearity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026lt;0.5dB down to -130dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChannel separation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026lt; 130dB at 10kHz @ 0dBFS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSNR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e120dB „A“-wt. at 1kHz @ 0dBFS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHD+N\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026lt; 0,003% at 1kHz @ 0dBFS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDigital Inputs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1x USB input\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSB Audio Class 2 requires USB 2.0 or higher on computer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSB PCM sample rates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eup to 768kHz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSB DSD support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eup to DSD256 via DoP and native DSD512\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMQA support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull MQA decoding by hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3x Optical input\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eup to 24bit \/ PCM 192kHz, MQA 384kHz, DoP DSD 64\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1x Coaxial input\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eup to 24bit \/ PCM 192kHz, MQA 384kHz, DoP DSD 64\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1x AES\/EBU input\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1x up to 24bit \/ PCM 192kHz, MQA 384kHz, DoP DSD 64\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnalog Outputs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 pair line level RCA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003efix\/var @ 2V RMS at 0dBFS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 pair line level XLR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003efix\/var @ 4V RMS at 0dBFS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput impedance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026lt; 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