M1

About the M1

The Musical Fidelity M1 DAC is an audiophile-grade external digital-to-analog converter designed to significantly improve the sound quality of digital sources such as CD players, computers, and streamers. It features a Burr-Brown 24-bit Delta-Sigma DAC chip with dual differential 8x oversampling, delivering extremely low distortion (<0.0025% THD+N) and a high signal-to-noise ratio (>119 dB A-weighted). The M1 DAC supports asynchronous USB input up to 24-bit/96kHz and other digital inputs including coaxial, optical, and AES/EBU, with all inputs upsampled internally to 192kHz to reduce jitter and digital artifacts. Outputs include both single-ended RCA and balanced XLR connectors. The unit is housed in a solid aluminum chassis with a low-noise power supply and choke-regulated design to minimize interference. Dimensions are approximately 220 x 100 x 300 mm, and it weighs about 3.3 kg. The M1 DAC is praised for its open, smooth, and harmonically rich sound signature, making it a timeless classic in audiophile circles.