Metronome DSC DAC + Streamer + Digital Preamplifier
DSC starts a new era for Métronome, which launches its first “three-in-one” device: a top converter, streamer and above all digital pre-amplifier thanks to the integration of Leedh Processing’s volume control technology.
Integrating the online services of Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify and Deezer (after subscribing), it also manages all the music stored on your local network by UPnP and DLNA protocols.
DSC decodes DSD natively up to DSD512, all PCM files up to 32-bit / 384kHz, and supports the MQA codec. It is based on an ES9038PRO conversion microprocessor, and integrates the most efficient internal computing systems.
The complete DSC chassis is machined from high grade billets of aluminum, available in black and silver finishes.
‘Plays with Audirvāna’ hardware products are certified to play music from Audirvāna software over USB or network with the best level of integration and audio performance (https://audirvana.com/partner-metronome/).
Roon Ready network devices have Roon’s streaming technology built in, and are certified by Roon Labs to provide the highest level of quality and performance in network streaming. (https://roon.app/fr/partners/86/métronome)
Awards
Reviews
The Absolute Sound
"The DSC is my new reference streaming DAC, outperforming some of the world’s best competition. By tamping down the noise that we take for granted in digital playback, the DSC reveals a world of music."
Hifi Pig Magazine
"Exceptionally quiet – silent, in fact"
"Dynamic sounding and as transparent as I’ve heard in a product at this price"
"Detailed and without embellishment – feed it with quality files and you will be hugely rewarded"
Hifi+, Alan Sircon 2022
The Métronome DSC complete streamer/DAC/preamp system is one of the rare exceptions. It’s honest, accurate, neutral and above all, enjoyable. It’s a lot of money for a digital preamp, but you also get a lot of preamp for the money.
Product Specifications
Conversion Processor
Reference:
ES9038PRO
Range:
High-End
THD+N:
-122dB
Dynamic Range (S/N):
132dB
DSC Back:
—
Analog Outputs
RCA:
100Ω, 3V
XLR:
150Ω, 3V
Network
Wi-Fi:
Dual-Band (2.4GHz & 5GHz)
Ethernet:
1 × Ethernet Port (10/100/1000)
USB (External Storage):
2 × USB 2.0 Ports
MQA:
MQA Renderer (44.1–384kHz / 32-bit)
Protocol Support:
DLNA/UPnP, Spotify Connect, Roon Ready, Deezer, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz, Bugs, vTuner Internet Radio
Digital Inputs
I2S:
PCM 44.1–384kHz / 32-bit
DSD64–DSD256 DoP
S/PDIF:
PCM 44.1–384kHz / 32-bit
DSD64–DSD128 DoP
AES/EBU:
PCM 44.1–384kHz / 32-bit
DSD64–DSD128 DoP
Toslink:
PCM 44.1–192kHz / 32-bit
DSD64 DoP
USB:
PCM 44.1–384kHz / 32-bit
DSD64–DSD512 Native
Streaming:
PCM 44.1–384kHz / 32-bit
DSD64–DSD256 Native
General Specifications
Power Consumption:
35W
Standby Power Consumption:
34W
Operating Temperature:
+5°C to +35°C
Operating Humidity:
5% to 90%
USB (Device Update):
1 × USB 2.0 Port
Dimensions (L × H × W):
430 × 105 × 430mm
Weight:
17kg
Display
Size:
5 inches
Resolution:
800 × 480
Touch Screen:
Yes
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