DacMagic 200M

About the DacMagic 200M

The Cambridge Audio DacMagic 200M is a versatile high-resolution digital-to-analog converter, headphone amplifier, and preamp designed for hi-fi enthusiasts. Featuring dual ESS ES9028Q2M Sabre DACs in a dual-mono configuration for superior stereo separation and low distortion, it supports up to 32-bit/768kHz PCM, native DSD512, DoP up to 256x, and full MQA decoding. Connectivity includes USB-B (up to 768kHz/DSD512), 2x optical TOSLINK (up to 96kHz/DoP64), 2x coaxial S/PDIF (up to 192kHz/DoP64), and Bluetooth v4.2 with aptX and SBC codecs. It offers variable or fixed RCA unbalanced (2.1V rms) and XLR balanced (4.2V rms) analog outputs, plus a front-panel 1/4-inch (6.3mm) headphone jack. Selectable digital filters (Fast, Slow, Short Delay) allow sonic customization. Roon Tested certified. Compact half-width design in Lunar Grey or Black. Still available from retailers as of 2026, though prices have dropped from original MSRP.