NAD M12 Digital Preamp DAC
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NAD M12 Digital Preamp DAC is the future of digital audio hub, an audiophile-grade DAC and preamplifier that incorporates some of the most advance features in audio technology. The innovative NAD DirectDigital™ delivers the highest grade of performance with utmost accuracy.
Built for the future, the M12 isn’t a typical DAC and it isn’t a typical preamplifier. The M12 is an ultra-high-resolution digital audio hub that boasts a full roster of audiophile-grade features that leverage some of the most advanced digital audio thinking on earth. 24/192 Asynchronous USB offers modern connectivity options from any source imaginable. And NAD’s DirectDigital™ processing and a Class-A buffer guarantee real-time, 24-bit accuracy from the very first to the very last bit. The M12 interfaces with all digital or analogue musical sources, and renders them perfectly to power amplifiers and active loudspeakers.
NAD DirectDigital™ Innovation
DirectDigital™ amplification offers the highest level of performance. The 35-bit data path with 24-bit coefficients and 62-bit accumulation, and dithered truncation back to 35-bits after DSP functions guarantee the overall 24-bit accuracy. With this degree of resolution, all preamp functions can be accomplished with a new level of precision, and all in the digital domain. This eliminates the noise and distortion prone to analogue circuits. Because of the super high resolution, even 24-bit files are processed without truncation or loss of information.
Uncompromised Connection
Standard inputs include AES/EBU, Asynchronous 24/192 USB, coaxial and optical digital inputs and balanced and single-ended line-level inputs including a high-performance MC/MM phono stage. Rounding out the picture, a pure Class-A buffer using the latest generation of Super OP Amps provide low impedance balanced and single-ended connections to power amplifiers or active loudspeakers. Remote control all functions and IR repeaters, 12V triggers, and a serial port to make integration with advanced control systems a snap.
Fine Tune Your System
Because of the massive computing power and high-resolution signal path, some interesting features have also been incorporated to further perfect the listening experience. Want to add a subwoofer to your system? The M12 includes a second-order high pass and low pass crossover with selectable frequency. You can even select different frequency knees for each filter. This level of flexibility and precision is made possible by our highly perfected DirectDigital architecture.
Future Forward MDC
One of NAD’s most innovative technological advancements— Modular Design Construction (MDC)—does away with obsolescence by providing a simple upgrade path to add future features and functionality. M12 owners can add an optional DD HDM-1 HDMI Module with 3 inputs and 1 output (3D video passthrough) and/or a network audio module, DD BluOS, with music management software that is controlled with an iOS or Android device. The DD BluOS MDC Module allows streaming of a variety of music services, HD streaming from a NAS device, and TuneIn radio; plus it gives you full control of your music library. Integrated WiFi/Ethernet and aptX Bluetooth™ connections are also offered with the DD BluOS Module.
Key Features
- Ultra-high resolution digital audio hub
- High-resolution audio 24/192 for all Digital inputs
- DirectDigital™ technology with 35-bit 844kHz signal processing
- 108MHz clock for jitter-free performance
- Modular Design Construction for a future upgrade path
- Pure Class A buffer feeds both XLR & RCA pre outputs
- 4” capacitive front panel touch screen interface
Optional MDC Modules:
- DD BluOS module for wireless high-resolution audio streaming
- DD HDM-1 HDMI module, 3-in, 1-out with video pass-through
Inputs:
- 2 x optical digital audio, 2 x coaxial digital audio
- 1 x AES/EBU digital audio, 1 x asynchronous USB-B PC input
- 2 x USB-A (1 x front, 1 x rear) for USB stick or hard drive
- 1pr x balanced XLR analogue
- 1pr x unbalanced RCA analogue
- 1pr x premium MM/MC phono input RCA
Outputs:
- 1 x optical digital audio, 1 x coaxial digital audio
- 1pr x balanced XLR output, 1pr x unbalanced RCA output
- 1pr x RCA subwoofer/analogue pre-out
Control:
- RS232 control, 12v trigger in & out, IR in, detachable IEC power cord
| Brand | NAD |
|---|---|
| Built-in DAC (Digital to Analogue Converter) | Yes |
| Warranty | Australian Manufacturer Warranty |
| Subwoofer Outputs | 1 |
|---|---|
| Optical Digital Inputs | 2 |
| Optical Digital Outputs | 1 |
| Coaxial Digital Inputs | 2 |
| Coaxial Digital Outputs | 1 |
| USB A Ports | 2 |
| Phono Input | Yes |
| 12V Trigger | Yes |
| RS232 Port | Yes |
| RCA Input | 1 |
| RCA Output | 1 |
| XLR Input | 1 |
| XLR Output | 1 |
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