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Featuring a full silver chassis precision-machined from high-grade Canadian aluminum and a custom-designed silver front panel, the MA3i SE delivers all the beloved features of the original MA3i in a striking new aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt its core, the MA3i SE retains the innovative technology and sonic excellence that define Meitner Audio’s reputation. Built on the legacy of our multi-award-winning MA3, it combines the proven sonic DNA of EMM Labs’ reference converters with a robust suite of modern features—including network streaming, MQA, DSD128 and DXD playback—all in a single elegant chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for the most discerning audiophiles, the MA3i SE is not just a visual statement—it’s a continuation of our pursuit of performance, simplicity, and timeless design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Meitner MA3i:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNext generation 16xDSD MDAC2™ DAC paired with the updated MDAT2™ DSP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLatest generation VControl™ volume system from the EMM Labs DV2i\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports DSD128\/2xDSD, DXD, and MQA®\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew advanced network streamer for seamless music streaming integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e16xDSD MDAC2™ and MDAT2™ DSP:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike our new EMM Labs flagship converters, the MA3i utilizes our next generation MDAC2™ fully discrete, single-bit, 16xDSD D-to-A converters. It also has our updated MDAT2™ DSP, delivering real-time transient detection and up-conversion of all incoming audio, resulting in stunning clarity and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLatest Generation VControl™:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur latest VControl™ system, inherited from the EMM Labs DV2i, provides unmatched transparency at any volume, ensuring no loss of resolution while offering an expansive range of volume control with absolute sonic integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMFAST™, MCLK3™ \u0026amp; New Power Systems for USB and Network:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MA3i incorporates our updated frequency acquisition protocol (MFAST™) and new asynchronous clock (MCLK3™), reducing jitter to industry-defying levels. The updated input and power isolation systems utilize advanced filtering and galvanic isolation, providing superior noise reduction and isolation for both USB and network connections, ensuring optimal sound quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdvanced Network Streaming System:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a more powerful network streaming platform, the MA3i grants effortless access to high-resolution services like TIDAL\/TIDAL Connect and QOBUZ, while still supporting popular platforms such as Spotify, Deezer, and vTuner. It offers enhanced UPnP\/DLNA support for NAS playback, ROON READY\/ENDPOINT functionality, along with direct USB audio file playback for a seamless, modern listening experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned and manufactured in Canada, the new updated MA3i is ready to connect to your amplifier and speakers for a direct path to audio excellence. 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