PHS-M

About the PHS-M

The APL Hi-Fi PHS-M is a boutique, hand-built DAC designed with a modular architecture allowing future upgrades of internal stages. It features proprietary asynchronous USB input supporting PCM up to 384kHz/32-bit and DSD formats, including DSD128 and DSD256. The DAC employs proprietary 64-bit PCM to DSD conversion modules with user-selectable digital filters (Slow, Normal, Zero/Non-oversampling) and pure DSD digital-to-analog conversion without additional digital processing. The analog output stage includes transformer-coupled Class-A tube output with Lundahl transformers and ECC99 tubes, delivering a natural and refined sound character inspired by analog vinyl quality. The device includes balanced XLR and single-ended RCA outputs, with output levels around 2.3V RMS and low output impedance. The PHS-M is built with high-quality components such as Furutech rhodium-plated connectors, ultra-low jitter femto master clocks, and a custom power supply with high-grade rectifiers and fuses. Dimensions are approximately 450mm width, 120mm height, and 380mm depth, with a weight around 24.5kg. It comes with a remote control and special power cable. The PHS-M is part of APL Hi-Fi's line of artisanal DACs, emphasizing sound purity, upgradeability, and meticulous craftsmanship.