Music Hall DAC 25.3 With TUBE Output Stage
- Location
- US
- Source
- Reverb
- Posted
- 26 Dec 2023
- Last seen
- 14h ago
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Type: USB DAC USB input accepts 96kHz/24-bit signal Tube: Electro-Harmonix 6922 tube Analog Output: Single ended RCA output DAC Chipset: TI PCM 1796 192kHz/24-bit/192kHz and TI SRC 4192 asynchronous sample rate converter High precision active crystal oscillator master clock User selectable 96kHz or 192kHz upsampling Asynchronous re-clocking and anti jitter control system Oversampling: 8x digital filter Inputs: Four digital inputs including coax (S/PDIF RCA), TosLink optical, XLR (AES/EBU), or USB Outputs: Stereo gold plated outputs; single ended (RCA) and balanced (XLR) Headphone output with adjustable analog volume control
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Music Hall traces its roots to April 1985, when Roy Hall founded Music Hall LLC in the United States. Initially focused on importing and distributing high-end audio products at accessible prices, the brand evolved under Hall's engineering vision, particularly with the launch of its first turntables in 1998. These early vinyl players showcased innovative designs emphasizing vibration isolation and sound quality, setting the tone for the company's heritage in delivering performance without excess cost.
The brand specializes in two-channel stereo components, with turntables as its cornerstone—manufactured in a Czech factory boasting over 50 years of expertise, while design and development occur at its U.S. headquarters. Music Hall's lineup extends to integrated amplifiers, phono preamps, headphone amps, and vinyl accessories like cleaners, prioritizing analog playback over multi-channel trends.
Positioned as a mid-tier audiophile favorite, Music Hall earns praise for high-value engineering that punches above its price point, appealing to discerning buyers seeking quality without luxury markups. In late 2023, industry veterans at Turntable USA acquired the brand, with Roy Hall staying on as consultant to preserve its mission of affordable excellence.
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