May DAC - Level 1
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$7,990.00 - Regular price
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$7,990.00
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- The King is Crowned!
- Ultimate endgame DAC
- Natural, analog sound with no compromise
- Full DUAL mono with dedicated DAC module and O-Type Transfromer for each channel
- Best measurements of any NOS R2R DAC
- Up to DSD1024 and PCM1.536MHz
REVIEWS
With the Holo Audio KTE May DAC we have a digital to analog converter that pulls off that rare feat of turning data into music without imposing the fingerprints of the process, which is all too commonly found with most DACs. That it does so at this level of sophistication at its price is remarkable.
Michael Lavorgna on TwitteringMachines.com
As the digital anchor in my ever-changing audio systems, the HoloAudio May DAC (Level 3 KTE) exhibits a force and gravity. It demonstrats a natural quietness that exceeded my former reference. The May's true-to-life demeanor made recorded music seem infinite and beautiful. Best of all, it made me feel good about our collective digital future.
Herb Reichert on Stereophile.com
The HoloAudio May (Level 3) is one of the best-sounding D/A processors I have tried.
John Atkinson on Stereophile.com
DESCRIPTION
This new DAC “May” is the design of a new generation, it’s HoloAudio’s finest technology all designed by Jeff Zhu, the engineer behind these great products. It’s a full discrete R2R type of audio decoder and does not have off the shelf-DAC chip! This is a bespoke custom-designed core DUAL MONO DAC modules that are truly a breakthrough with technology for any DAC chip today. The May is here to achieve new heights, new dynamics and simply a full spectrum of audio to please the aural senses.
IN THE BOX
- DAC chassis
- Power Supply chassis + umbilical chord
- Remote control RMT-1 (for Levels 2 and 3 only. Note: no volume as May DAC is not a preamp)
- Manual
- Note: no mains power cable is included
- 3 years warranty for both parts and labor
SHIPPING
- Current ship time is up to 5 weeks from date of purchase
- Free shipping
SPECS
| DAC Type |
Full discrete R2R |
| Conversion Modes |
NOS (Non-Oversampling) OS (Oversampling) |
| Input Sample Rates |
PCM: 44.1kHz up to 1,536kHz DSD: up to DSD1024 |
| Digital Inputs |
2x I2S (each with configurable pins for maximum input compatability) USB Optical SPDIF RCA SPDIF BNC |
| Analogue Outputs |
Balanced XLR (5.8V) Single Ended RCA (2.9V) |
| Weight | 19kg |
| Fuse | Shurter Gold fuse type (2A SB 5x20mm for 220v) |
MODEL COMPARISON
| Transformers |
All Models: 100VA DUAL O-type(not Toroid) FLATWIRE (NOT roundwire) 6N Copper custom hand made audio transformers |
| Wiring |
Level 1: copper Level 2: copper Level 3 KTE: 1.5mm pure OCC silver wire |
| DAC Modules |
Level 1: standard Level 2: standard Level 3 KTE: hand selected DAC modules for best measurements and dynamic range |
| DAC Module Covers |
Level 1: none Level 2: none Level 3 KTE: copper shield covers |
| IEC Faston Connectors |
Level 1: standard Level 2: standard Level 3 KTE: pure silver/rhodium plated faston connectors |
| Fuse |
Level 1: Shurter Gold fuse Level 2: Shurter Gold fuse Level 3 KTE: Red Nano brand fuse with graphene and quartz filtering materials and gold-over-silver contacts |
| Capacitors Type A |
Level 1: Vishay Level 2: Vishay Level 3 KTE: upgraded KTE capacitors (provide intoxicating voicing and are beyond subtle improvements over L1/L2) |
| Capacitors Type B |
Level 1: Mundorf EVO silver/gold caps Level 2: custom made HoloAudio 1000V 1uF caps Level 3 KTE: custom made HoloAudio 1000V 1uF caps |
| USB Module |
Level 1: XMOS xu208 Level 2: enhanced XMOS xu208 with Holo Audio Titanis 2.0 circuit Level 3 KTE: enhanced XMOS xu208 with Holo Audio Titanis 2.0 circuit |
| Remote Control |
Level 1: no Level 2: yes Level 3 KTE: yes |
| Chassis Decals |
Level 1: standard Level 2: standard Level 3 KTE: special Kitsune Tuned Edition branding inside and out (pure copper Kitsune fox emblem on top panel) |
Get in touch
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