Bricasti M12 Dual Mono Source Controller
The new M12 is a modern front end to any system. All digital inputs types are supported as well as balanced and unbalanced analog inputs, all with precise analog gain control, seamlessly integrated into one product, your source controller.
The M12 builds upon the proven design of the M1 SE D/A converter so your digital sources are handled and converted in the best way. To that we add to it a pure dual mono analog signal path with high resolution analog gain and level control, controlling the output stage of the D/A converter in the analog domain with no loss of resolution and pass thru analog inputs for your analog sources. Like the M1, the M12 is a dual mono design with 3 power supplies and separate left and right analog power supplies and digital and analog processing. The M12 Platinum incorporates the latest Bricasti Design high-performance MDx processor.
Network Streaming
A new feature for the M12 is a network interface and media renderer. This allows the M12 to be seen as a DLNA device on an audio network and server as an audio device to play or stream to through a wired connection on your network. Now you can run wired data longer distances without loss in quality so your network server can go anywhere you choose.
DSD to new heights
Analog gain control has allowed us to take DSD playback to the ultimate level. The M12 features a pure analog DSD converter; any filtering and level is accomplished in the analog domain. When processed this way, no digital signal processing is done. Typically in most DACs the DSD is converted to a multi-bit sigma delta or PCM signal for filter processing. With the M12 we offer a pure DSD path and all post processing for noise filtering and level control are accomplished purely in the analog domain.
Analog level
All analog, precise, silent control with 90db of control range in one db steps, all remote controlled and programmable. The M12 digital controlled fully balanced dual mono resistor ladder is as good as level can be, and inserted at the source, at the output of the DAC’s I-V stage. This approach provides some of the best digital playback possible and analog control from the M12 balanced or unbalanced inputs.
Masterfully connected
Balanced and unbalanced analog inputs create the line amp stage for the M12. Fully balanced and a perfect match for the M28 power amps or the M15 stereo amp, the M12 provides true differential source control to drive any power amp.
Handcrafted in the USA
All of our products are crafted in the old world tradition, in a classic brick mill building in Massachusetts USA by a team of individuals dedicated to excellence
Product Specifications
Digital Inputs
Digital Inputs
XLR: AES/EBU 24-bit Single Wire, BNC: S/PDIF, RCA: S/PDIF, Optical: Toslink 44.1–96 kHz, USB 2
Sample Rates AES, S/PDIF, AUX In
44.1 kHz to 192 kHz
Sample Rates USB
44.1 kHz to 384 kHz, DSD64, DSD128, DSD256, Native and DoP
Sample Rates Ethernet
44.1 kHz to 384 kHz, DSD128 Native
Jitter
8 ps @ 48 kHz / 6 ps @ 96 kHz
Balanced Analog Outputs
Balanced Analog Outputs
XLR balanced (Pin 2 hot)
Impedance
40 Ω
Output
@ full scale +16.5 dBm (5.2 V RMS)
Output Level
90 dB in 1 dB steps
D/A Conversion
PCM 24-bit delta-sigma, 8× oversampling; DSD direct 1-bit
Frequency Response @ 44.1 kHz
10 Hz–20 kHz, +0 dB / −0.2 dB
Dynamic Range
>120 dB, A-weighted
THD+N @ 1 kHz
0.0008% @ 0 dBFS / 0.0004% @ −30 dBFS
Unbalanced Analog Outputs
Unbalanced Analog Outputs
RCA
Impedance
40 Ω
Output Level
Full scale at front panel +6 dBm (1.2 V RMS)
D/A Conversion
24-bit delta-sigma, 8× oversampling
Frequency Response @ 44.1 kHz
10 Hz–20 kHz, −0.2 dB
Dynamic Range
>120 dB, A-weighted
THD+N @ 1 kHz
0.0008% @ 0 dBFS / 0.0004% @ −30 dBFS
General Specifications
General Specifications
EMC
Complies with EN 55103-1, EN 55103-2, FCC Part 15 and Class B
RoHS
Complies with EU RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC
Safety
Certified to IEC 60065, EN 55103-2
Operating Temperature
32°F to 105°F (0°C to 40°C)
Storage Temperature
−22°F to 167°F (−30°C to 70°C)
Finish
Anodized aluminum
Dimensions
17 × 12 × 4.5 in
Weight
15 lbs
Shipping Weight
18 lbs
Shipping Dimensions
22 × 17 × 7 in
Mains Voltage
100, 120, 220, 240 VAC, 50–60 Hz, factory set
Trigger Out
TRS mini jack, tip ground, sleeve 5 V
Power Consumption
28 W (6 W standby)
Warranty Parts and Labor
2 years, non-transferable
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