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Laiv Audio HARMONY µDAC
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Slim and compact form factor.
The Harmony µDAC was designed with a space-saving design, combining functionality and elegance in a sleek, compact form.
Galvanic isolation for improved sound purity.
Ensures flawless audio transmission with galvanic isolation between digital and analog and minimizes noise and interference.
Based on the R-2R Ladder Network Architecture from LAiV Harmony.
Developed with the renowned LAiV Harmony R-2R Ladder Network Architecture for a naturally detailed and immersive sound.
Discrete Class-A output buffer.
Ensures optimal signal integrity with a high-quality discrete Class-A output buffer for precise impedance matching.
The Harmony µDAC is designed with elegance and functionality in mind, offering a space-saving design without compromising on performance or aesthetics. Its high-quality construction and thoughtful dimensions make it the perfect addition to any modern audio setup.
Perfect for your desktop setup.
The compact size of the Harmony µDAC ensures it integrates seamlessly into your desktop environment, leaving plenty of space for other essentials while maintaining a clean and organized appearance.
Unibody CNC aerospace-grade aluminum.
The Harmony µDAC is crafted from a single block of aerospace-grade aluminum with precision CNC machining, offering exceptional durability, a refined finish, and effective heat dissipation while exuding premium quality.
Galvanic isolation for improved sound purity.
In digital hi-fi audio systems, preserving signal integrity is crucial, and the galvanic isolation between digital and analog components plays a key role. By electrically decoupling the digital and analog sections, galvanic isolation eliminates unwanted ground loops and minimizes noise transmission, ensuring a clean, interference-free signal path. This results in lower jitter, less distortion, and overall clearer audio reproduction.
Precision with femto oscillator with extremely low phase noise and I²S master clock synchronization.
The Harmony µDAC is designed for high accuracy and features an advanced femto oscillator with extremely low phase noise and the ability to seamlessly integrate with I²S master clocks. Together, these technologies ensure your audio remains perfectly timed and crystal clear.
Despite its small size, the femto oscillator developed by Accusilicon with extremely low phase noise delivers remarkable precision and timing accuracy, ensuring flawless audio performance.
I²S master clock synchronization for greater flexibility.
The use of I²S master clocks enables seamless synchronization with highly precise clock systems, offering audiophiles seeking ultimate sound accuracy even more stability and performance.
LAiV Harmony R-2R Ladder Network Architecture.
The Harmony µDAC harnesses the power of uncompromising sound to enhance your audio experience with the LAiV Harmony R-2R Ladder Network Architecture. By employing cutting-edge technology, including the Balanced Discrete R-2R Architecture and high-quality components, it achieves unparalleled sound quality.
Unmatched sound fidelity with our advanced Balanced Discrete R-2R Architecture.
An advanced audio technology that carefully arranges individual resistors with a tolerance of 0.05% to achieve superior sound quality. By focusing on precision and quality, this technology delivers clear and accurate sound reproduction, offering an impressive listening experience with exceptional detail and sonic fidelity.
Discrete Class A output buffer.
The discrete Class-A output buffer in the Harmony uDAC is designed for excellent impedance matching and ensures optimal signal transfer between the DAC and the connected amplifier or headphones. By maintaining a low output impedance, signal degradation is minimized and longer cable runs are enabled without loss of sound quality. This is especially beneficial in high-end audio setups where longer connection distances are required, as it helps preserve the integrity of the audio signal over distance.
Due to its Class-A operation, the buffer offers consistent linearity and low distortion, ensuring a pure and natural sound. However, like all Class-A circuits, it operates with continuous current draw, which leads to a somewhat warmer operating temperature compared to more energy-efficient designs. This is a normal characteristic of Class-A circuits and contributes to the smooth, refined sound performance appreciated by audiophiles.
Design that prioritizes user comfort and functionality.
The Harmony uDAC was designed with user comfort and seamless functionality in mind, ensuring an intuitive and effortless experience. A key feature that enhances usability is the dot matrix display, which provides clear and detailed visual feedback. Unlike simple segmented displays, the dot matrix display allows dynamic text playback, enabling input selection, sampling rates, and operating status to be monitored at a glance.
To further enhance convenience, the Harmony uDAC supports remote control functionality, allowing users to adjust settings from a distance. This is especially useful in desktop and high-end audio rack setups where quick access to controls improves the listening experience. The remote control is sold separately, but offers additional flexibility for those who prefer hands-free operation. By combining intelligent display technology with remote access, the Harmony uDAC ensures a smooth, user-friendly experience while maintaining a sleek and elegant design.
Specifications
Size and Weight
- Weight: 0.7 kg
- Size: 168 x 98 x 40mm
Display
25x7 dot matrix LED display.
Chip
- Intel®
- Altera®
- Cyclone® FPGA
Clock
Accusilicon AS318-B Ultra-Low Phase Noise FEMTO Oscillator
Digital Inputs
1 x USB
1 x Optical
1 x Coaxial
1 x I2S
Analog outputs
1 x XLR, maximum at 4 Vrms, approx. 82 Ω
Supported formats (input dependent)
USB
PCM: 44.1 kHz – 768 kHz
DSD: DSD64 – DSD256
Optical
PCM: 44.1 kHz – 192 kHz
DSD: DSD64 only via DoP
Coaxial
PCM: 44.1 kHz – 192 kHz
DSD: DSD64 only via DoP
I2S
PCM: 44.1 kHz – 768 kHz
DSD: DSD64 – DSD256
Frequency response
20 Hz – 20 kHz, within ± 0.25 dB
THD+N
0,006 %
Crosstalk
≤ -120 dB
Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR)
≥ 125 dB
Dynamic range
≥ 110 dB
Features
- Slim and compact design
- NOS/OS mode
- Positive/negative phase
- Display brightness, delay dimming, and delay off
- 8 x I2S mode with automatically configured Laiv product
- I2S clock supported
- Galvanic isolation for improved signal purity
- LAiV Harmony R-2R ladder network architecture
- Discrete Class A output buffer.
Control elements
Remote control
Front panel
Power supply
15 VDC / 2 A, DC 5.5/2.5 mm socket.
Scope of delivery
- Welcome card with quick start guide
- Harmony μDAC
- Power adapter with interchangeable plugs
