{"product_id":"metronome-le-dac-2-dsd-converter","title":"Metronome Le DAC 2 DSD Converter","description":"\u003cp\u003eLe DAC 2 by Métronome is the Brand’s entry range converter. With the classic Metronome design, it is intended for purists looking for high-end sound reproduction, at a modest price for this level of products. Le DAC allows playback of PCM files up to 384 kHz and DSDs up to 512 (DSD x8).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImproved electronics with each generation of devices give you a rendering that meets your audiophile requirements and is particularly lively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLe DAC 2 is available in Black and Silver finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/2636\/1921\/files\/7_2026_08_06_55_AM.png?v=1783382857\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘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\/).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/2636\/1921\/files\/5HEARTS-AWARD-LOGO_CB_400px.jpg?v=1783379381\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHaute Fidélité March 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“What a pleasure it is to listen to clear music with a constant sense of accuracy, precision, and naturalness all at once. The balance is established with a high informational power about the quality of the recordings, without diminishing the emotion, rhythm, or the sense of rediscovered truth. Yes, it’s truly impressive. Bravo!”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metronome.audio\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Banc-dessai-Haute-Fidelite-1024x569.jpg\"\u003eRead Review\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHiFi Pig Magazine February 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“French brand \u003cstrong\u003eMetronome\u003c\/strong\u003e present their mid-market \u003cstrong\u003eCD\/Streamer\u003c\/strong\u003e and matching \u003cstrong\u003eDAC\u003c\/strong\u003e for a combined price of \u003cstrong\u003e$17,440\u003c\/strong\u003e. They are beautifully finished and should be bought as a pair as they complement each other so well. Sonically they are an easy to listen to pairing with the sonic signature being one of fine detail presented in a relaxed, solid and engaging manner.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metronome.audio\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Review-HiFi-Pig-Le-Player-4-Le-Dac-2.pdf\"\u003eRead Review\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHangzasvilag 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e” The \u003cstrong\u003eLe DAC 2\u003c\/strong\u003e is simply a \u003cstrong\u003eDAC\u003c\/strong\u003e, but there is no need to pay additional costs for a preamplifier, volume control, or network streamer; it is literally just a \u003cstrong\u003eDAC\u003c\/strong\u003e. The \u003cstrong\u003eLe DAC 2\u003c\/strong\u003e is a component with a wonderful sound, very natural and organic in texture. It is detailed, captivating, impressive, and a little more coherent than other devices tested so far. The music seems more versatile and interesting than with many other converters. It reveals every resolution and detail, everything one desires, and most importantly, it truly connects us to the music. It is a real pleasure to use.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metronome.audio\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Review-Le-DAC-2-Hangzasvilag-2024.pdf\"\u003eRead Review\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAUDIO FORUM June 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Player 4\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eDAC 2\u003c\/strong\u003e are able to bring out these micro-details with clarity, and the quality of the electronic sounds is particularly well rendered. 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