M11 R-2R STEREO D/A
M11 R-2R STEREO D/A
20-bit R-2R ladder DAC delivering exceptional precision and sonic integrity.
Advanced design incorporating philosophies and innovations inspired by the celebrated M1 D/A.
Seamless connectivity with high-resolution digital inputs and network playback, including I2S input support for the M19 SACD/CD Reference Transport.
Superb build quality, hand-crafted by Bricasti Design in the USA
Finish available in Classic black, Argento silver, and Platinum
The Bricasti M11 Classic R-2R represents a bold leap into resistor ladder conversion technology, merging precision engineering with the company’s signature digital excellence. Drawing heavily from the celebrated M1 Classic series, the M11 delivers a pure, natural sound through its 20-bit ladder DAC architecture, employing laser-cut resistor arrays for unmatched accuracy.
R-2R LADDER
PERFORMANCE
At the heart of the M11 Classic R-2R lies Bricasti’s extensive clocking expertise, ensuring impeccable timing and clarity. Paired with the meticulous refinement of our proprietary filters, the M11 Classic R-2R achieves a level of musicality and transparency that elevates every listening experience.
PERFECTLY
CONNECTED
Building on its renowned lineage, the M11 Classic R-2R features Bricasti’s advanced MDx processor, delivering enhanced speed and precision. The optional network player integrates seamlessly with high-quality servers, providing exceptional audio streaming performance. The inclusion of I2S connectivity further expands versatility, enabling perfect synergy with the M19 SACD/CD Reference Transport for precise, high-resolution digital playback.
EXPERTLY
BUILT
Crafted by hand in the USA to Bricasti’s exacting standards, the M11 Classic R-2R combines innovative technology with an upgradeable architecture, ensuring it remains at the forefront of high-end audio for years to come.
FEATURES
MDX OS
PROCESSOR
The Bricasti MDx digital processor marks a major advancement, built on a proprietary platform developed over years of research. It enhances our entire range of digital-to-analog converters, offering greater timing accuracy, improved master clocking, and enhanced network performance. The MDx also supports DSD256 over USB.
OPTIONS
Network Player
The optional Network player offers one of the most sonically advantages avenues for audio playback created in the last decade, with pristine data transmission over long distances, without loss of signal or degradation from cable runs. This means your server can be located anywhere on the network rather than in your listening space, creating a clutter-free listening environment and ground-breaking performance.
EFFORTLESS
STREAMING
The Bricasti Network Player Card, together with any software that supports UPnP, DNLA and Roon, delivers a sophisticated and flexible solution for audiophiles seeking exceptional streaming performance with effortless convenience.
I2S: PURE
PERFORMANCE
The M19 Reference SACD/CD Transport features our proprietary I2S digital output, designed exclusively for Bricasti DACs. This creates a direct, reference signal traditionally used internally board-to-board. The I2S input is available as an option on all new Bricasti DACs and can be added as an upgrade for existing models.
Handcrafted in the USA
All of our products are crafted in the old world tradition, in a classic brick mill building in Massachusetts USA by a team of individuals dedicated to excellence.
M11 CLASSIC R-2R TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
DIGITAL INPUTS:
XLR: AES/EBU 24-bit Single Wire, RCA: SPDIF, Optical: Toslink 44.1- 96k, USB 2, Ethernet (optional), I2S (optional)
SAMPLE RATES AES, SPDIF, AUX:
44.1 kHz, to, 192khz, DSD 64fs as DoP
SAMPLE RATES USB:
44.1 kHz, to, 384kHz, DSD 64fs 128Fs 256Fs Native and DoP
SAMPLE RATES ETHERNET:
44.1 kHz, to, 384kHz, DSD 64fs, 128Fs Native and DoP
JITTER:
8 psec @ 48k / 6psec @ 96k
ON BALANCED OUTPUTS
BALANCED ANALOG OUTPUTS:
XLR balanced (pin 2 hot)
IMPEDANCE:
40 ohm
OUTPUT:
Adjustable +8 dbm to +22 dbm, or fixed at +13.5 dbm
D/A CONVERSION:
20-bit Ladder type
FREQUENCY RESPONSE @44.1k:
10 Hz- 20 kHz +0dB, -.2 dB
DYNAMIC RANGE:
>120dB A-Weighted
THD+N @ 1K:
.0020% @ 0dbfs
ON UNBALANCED OUTPUTS
UNBALANCED ANALOG OUTPUTS:
RCA
IMPEDANCE:
40 ohm
OUTPUT:
+8 dbm (2V RMS)
D/A CONVERSION:
20-bit Ladder type
FREQUENCY RESPONSE @44.1k:
10 Hz- 20 kHz +0dB, -.2 dB
DYNAMIC RANGE:
>120dB A-Weighted
THD+N @ 1K:
.0020% @ 0dbfs
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS:
EMC: Complies: EN 55103-1, EN 55103-2, FCC part 15 and Class B
ROHS:
Complies with: EU RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC
SAFETY:
Certified to: IEC 60065, EN 55103-2
OPERATING TEMPERATURE:
32 F to 105 F (0 C to 40 C)
STORAGE TEMPERATURE:
-22 f to 167 F (-30 C to 70 C)
FINISH OPTIONS:
DIMENSIONS:
17” x 12“ x 2.5”
43,18, 30.48, 6.35 cm
SHIPPING DIMENSIONS:
22”x 17”x 7”
55,88, 43,18, 17,78 cm
WEIGHT:
12 lbs, 5,44 kg.
SHIPPING WEIGHT:
15 lbs, 6.8 kg.
MAINS VOLTAGE:
-100, 120, 220, 240 VAC, 50 Hz – 60 Hz factory set
TRIGGER OUT:
TRS connector for 5V external trigger on ring.
POWER CONSUMPTION:
28 Watts (6W standby)
WARRANTY PARTS AND LABOUR:
2 years