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