Given all the interest on the new mytek stereo dsd capable dac. Mytek stereo192dsd dac whats best audio and video forum. Jul 21, 20 for me, this is the mytek stereo192dsds killer blow. This version is intended for mastering engineers involved in downloadable dsd and sacd. I need to read the manual and figure out how to make the display. The mytek stereo192dsd is a halfrack sized dac that is a typical dimension in the audiophile and pro world. Review and measurements of mytek stereo 192 dsd dac audio. The mytek stereo192dsd dac is a complete departure from every other dac or cd player i have had in house. Weiss dac202 firewire, dcs debussy usb, prismsound orpheus firewire do accept external word clock input, hope my mytek stereo 192 dac can support it eventually.
The mytek stereo 192 thread has been viewed nearly 610,000 times, contains 3966 posts, and has been linkedto from other sites no less than 50 times. The dac chip used by the mytek brooklyn is a ess sabre 9018k2m converter chip, while the stereo 192 dsd dac had an older ess sabre 9016 on board. Review of the audiophile grade mytek digital stereo 192 dsd dac with preamplifier and headphone amplifier. Review and measurements of mytek stereo 192 dsd dac. I need to read the manual and figure out how to make the display stay lit. Mytek digital stereo 192dsddac silver preamp version. Mytek stereo 192dsd dac mastering black, a two channel hiend analog to digital converter for recording and mastering applications. The mytek digital stereo192dsddac is not just another usb dac. The mastering version of the dac has dsd sdif inputs that can be used to. Mytek stereo 192dsd dac based on 20 years of professional dac design. A dacpre that doesnt alienate vinyl heads or those with a justifiable aversion to the bitstripping sideeffect of digital attenuation. Mytek stereo 192dsd dac preamp silver, a two channel hiend analog to digital converter for recording and mastering applications. The master clock is also much better than the one found in the stereo 192 dsd. Dec 02, 2016 the mytek stereo 192 thread has been viewed nearly 610,000 times, contains 3966 posts, and has been linkedto from other sites no less than 50 times.
Mytek stereo 192dsd dac hfa the independent source. Native dsd playback requires two other thingscustom drivers for both mac and pc users, and a media player that can handle the dsd task. To the unlearned listener, the 192 may seem very similar to the brooklyn. The stereo192 dsd dac can handle up to 32192 pcm playback and 64xdsd and 128xdsd through its asynchronous usb 2. Sources are from a pioneer bluray drive via a surface pro 3 and surface dock. The libertys single usb input addresses an xmos receiver chipset, and is the portal for the dacs ultimate performance. For once, a pro dac sounds detailed and highly neutral without sounding clinical. The apogee minidac has even the most power reserves through its anaolog xlr outputs. Mytek digital has been making ad and da converters for the pro audio world since 1992 and theyve just entered the world of consumer audio at ramf 2011 with the introduction of the 12rack sized stereo 192 dsd dac. Mytek stereo192dsd dsd dac recomended component da. Mytek digital loaned the stereo192dsd dac for the purposes of this essay, a grammar hack that is now ingloriously late. A pair of unbalanced analog inputs can be selected in addition to all available digital inputs.
When playing dsd files from my external hard drive, the mytek doesnt show dsd on the display. It includes all the latest of both interface and conversion technology. Mytek stereo 192dsd dac preamp silver sonic circus. Pcm up to 24 bits and 384khz, and native dsd up to dsd256.
Aug 07, 2012 the stereo192 dsd dac can handle up to 32192 pcm playback and 64xdsd and 128xdsd through its asynchronous usb 2. Benchmark dac2 or mytek 192 dsd for dsd audiogon discussion. It seems this company appeared out of nowhere making a lot of noise very fast. The mytek 192dsd is a highquality dac that works as well in the domestic home as in the professional environment. Dsd asio drivers for win, dop dsd over usb coding for all other playback software mac, win, fw, usb2. Mytek stereo192dsd dac continues to be the main converter for sony hifi demonstrations. Playing the auralic vega off against the mytek stereo192dsd once again reminds us that judging on chip choice is for chumps. It depends on your gear and your workaround if this is the way you want to choose. Mytek digital stereo192dsd dac a modern steal disclaimer. Even if you dont use dsd files, its a sweet sounding 192 dac, with loads of inputs, balanced and unbalanced output, and loads of other features. The mytek stereo96 series consists of two rack units the stereo96 adc and the stereo 96 dac. Aug 18, 2012 i know the nondsd side lashup is correct. Mytek sent me two stereo192 dsd dacs, a black standard as well as a mastering version. For me, this is the mytek stereo192dsds killer blow.
The mytek stereo192 dsd dac is a complete departure from every other dac or cd player i have had in house. Since 1992, mytek has had a strong presence in the professional adc and dac space with many of their products finding their way into some of the most highly regarded recording and mastering. Dawandler mytek digital stereo192dsd dac professional. Mytek is not a regular name in the audiophile community and thats why you dont see this product discussed much here at headfi. Mytek stereo 192 dsd dacpreampamplifier thread page 23. When connected via spdif input it provides two high quality recording channels ideal for overdubs. Benchmark dac2 or mytek 192 dsd for dsd in terms of sound quality can somebody help me choose which one of those 2 for dsd support. The 192, while it made many people happy, just wasnt the dac for me. Dsd conversion and up to 24bit192k mastering quality sound finally in your home. This unit has a dac with great connectivity as well as features.
Mytek world first dsd surround consumer computer playback. Mytek stereo 192dsd dac mastering black, a two channel hiend analog to digital converter for recording. Well, this is true of all mytek stereo 192 models, not just the one they call preamp to differentiate it from the mastering model. This was bound to focus audiophiles with quad interests, towards the multichannel big brother of the stereo 192. Mytek digital stereo192 adc mastering ad converter the mytek digital stereo192 adc is a two channel hiend analog to digital converter for recording and mastering applications. Mytek digital has been making ad and da converters for the pro audio world since 1992 and theyve just entered the world of consumer audio at ramf 2011 with the introduction of the 12rack sized. Mytek mastering stereo 192dsd dac w toslink, usb2, aes. A pair of bnc sdif dsd inputs allow digital transfers from existing dsd recording. Introduction the mytek stereo192dsd digital to analog converter is an ultratransparent mastering grade digital audio playback system. Per all mytek products, it was designed by jurewicz. Stereo192dsddac has been discontinued in winter 2016. Mytek stereo 192dsd dac both converters are the black mastering versions capable of pcm rates up to 192 and dsd64fs as well as dsd128fs. I dont have the original box, but it will come packed very well. This hardware version is intended for both computer playback and masteringprofessional audio monitoring.
Stereo192 dsd dac 3d view hi res stereo192 dsd dac 3d view lo res mytek. Designed around state of the art sabre 32 bit conversion technology, the stereo192dsd dac delivers features and sound quality beyond expectations of the most discerning listener. Mytek digital stereo 192dsd mastering dac studio economik. What little it gives up in airiness and threedimensionality it makes up for with bass extension, excellent resolution and dynamic wallop. The main feature of this converter is its outstanding sound quality which makes it suitable for the most demanding projects when preserving the original signal quality. Apogee and stereo192dac can also be controlled internally. The mytek 192 dsd is a highquality dac that works as well in the domestic home as in the professional environment. The mytek stereo96 series consists of two rack units the stereo96 adc and the stereo. Mytek stereo 192 dsd dacpreampamplifier thread headphone.
It is on loan from a kind member and was released back in 2012 or so. Mytek digital stereo 192 dsd dac black mastering versionthis is truly remarkable dsd sounding dac and will out perform many dsd dac at almost any price. The mastering version of the 192dsd dac adds a pair of bnc sdif. Its market focus was for mastering engineers and hence that adjective. Designed around state of the art sabre 32 bit conversion technology. Stereo192dsddac black preamp version this hardware version is intended for both computer audiophile playback and mastering professional audio monitoring. Mytek digital stereo192 dsd dac black mastering version for sale. A pair of bnc sdif dsd inputs allows digital transfers from existing dsd recording equipment and professional sacd players to the computers hard disk. Summary of contents for mytek stereo 192 adc page 1 stereo 192 adc mytek digital. Used only in a clean, smoke free, professional mastering studio located in manhattan. Alas, selection of mytek asio driver would lead to the ap software crashing no matter. Mytek digital stereo192 adc mastering ad converter. Mytek stereo96 adc is an ideal addition to low cost recording interfaces. Via its other digital input jacksone optical toslink, one aesebu xlr, and two spdif rcathe liberty handles pcm up to 24bit192khz and up to dsd64 via dop.
Mytek stereo192 dsd dac black demo shop music direct. Mytek was one of the very first brands to offer dsd capable dacs. Mytek digital stereo192dsd dac black mastering version. It offers superb functionality and sounds excellent with all inputs and all formats. Mytek stereo 192dsd digital to analog converter user manual. Some prefer parallel strands via an analog mastering console, some mix them itb. Stereo192dsddac black mastering version this version is intended for mastering engineers involved in downloadable dsd and sacd masteringremastering and for general professional use. I also just bought the 192 mastering dac yesterday. Mytek stereo 192dsd dac test audio by moiz audio issuu. The myteks headphone output proved to be up to the task of driving the most powerhungry headphones in my collection with no issues, including the audeze lcd2 and beyer dynamic dt 990 600ohms. The stereo192 dsd dac can handle up to 32192 pcm playback.
The real breakthrough happened when mytek released their stereo192 dsd. Mytek stereo 192dsd digital to analog converter user manual stereo192dsd dac black mastering version this version is intended for mastering engineers involved in downloadable dsd and sacd masteringremastering and for general professional use. Oct 25, 2018 the libertys single usb input addresses an xmos receiver chipset, and is the portal for the dacs ultimate performance. Mytek digital stereo192dsd dac black mastering version for sale. Well talk more about this soon but lets cover the rest of the basics. Mytek stereo 192dsd digital to analog converter user manual stereo192dsd dac black mastering version this version is intended for mastering engineers involved in downloadable dsd and sacd. Digital to analog converter for mastering applications. This version is intended for mastering engineers involved in downloadable dsd and sacd mastering remastering and for general professional use. It includes all the latest of both interface and conversion. The 192 dsd dac s name is telling you something about what it can do. In addition it provides the source of high quality clock which improves the sound of the remaining interface channels.
Aug 10, 2012 introduction the mytek stereo 192 dsd dac is mytek digitals first official foray into the hifiaudiophile market. What little it gives up in airiness and threedimensionality it makes up for with bass extension. Because i record a lot with the professional but easily available to audiophile recordists tascam dvra hd, which records dsd and pcm, the mytek is a breath of fresh air as. Apr 19, 2012 get the item here mytek stereo192 dsd dac silverpreampversion. This brand new burson audio conductor 3x replaced a mytek digital stereo 192 dac and is being used to drive a beyerdynamic t1 gen. This thread has been started as a spill over from the mytek stereo 192 thread. Mytek stereo192dsd dac black preamp for sale us audio. Since 1992, mytek has had a strong presence in the. New mytek mastering digital stereo192 dsddac black reduced. Selling 1 mytek stereo 192dsd dac for mastering w incredible headphone amp that is open box condition. Mytek multichannel 8x192 dsd capable dac dsp, room. Mar 29, 20 at 20 axpona hi fi show in chicago, mytek presented the world first multichannel consumer dsd computer playback system. Its the next generation dac with computer interface.
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