Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista DAC - Digital Analogue Converter

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Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista DAC - Digital Analogue Converter


The Nu-Vista DAC represents Musical Fidelity's top-tier DAC, utilizing the renowned ESS 32-bit HyperStream II DAC architecture. This premium DAC merges the classic Nuvistor circuitry with cutting-edge digital technology, offering a distinct combination of analogue warmth and digital clarity. Both channels feature a fully balanced stage equipped with Nuvistor 7586 triode tubes in a discrete Class A amplifier buffer, highlighting the device's commitment to superior audio performance.

Nu-Vista's Legendary Analogue Stage:

The analogue stage of the Nu-Vista DAC is a remarkable feat, employing fully balanced and discrete technology. The Nuvistor output stage for each channel ensures exceptionally low distortion and noise, producing sound that is both dynamic and refined. This stage exemplifies Musical Fidelity's expertise in seamlessly blending analogue and digital technologies.

Upsampling, Reclocking, and Digital Filters:

The Nu-Vista DAC provides exceptional flexibility with its customizable upsampling, reclocking, and digital filtering features. Users can adjust these settings for PCM signals, while DSD and MQA formats are processed using dedicated configurations. The DAC offers eight selectable digital filters, including a proprietary filter specifically designed to enhance transient response.

For the Sake of Music:

The Nu-Vista DAC by Musical Fidelity is crafted for audiophiles who desire an immersive and deeply emotional connection with their music. Its design guarantees that each note is delivered with exceptional clarity and richness, from resonant lows to delicate highs. The DAC encourages users to rediscover their music collection, offering the ability to customize the listening experience through its advanced, versatile features.

A Tribute to the Nuvistor Tube:

The Nu-Vista DAC continues Musical Fidelity's tradition of incorporating Nuvistor tubes, known for their reliability and exceptional audio performance. This choice reflects a deep respect for the nuanced, warm sound that only tubes can provide, bridging the gap between the analogue and digital audio worlds.

In essence, the Nu-Vista DAC by Musical Fidelity represents the zenith of digital-to-analog conversion technology, marrying the soulful warmth of Nuvistor tubes with the precision of modern digital processing. It's a device crafted for those who demand nothing but the utmost in audio fidelity, offering a listening experience that transcends the ordinary.

Key Features
  • DAC Architecture: Utilizes dual ES9038Q2M chips in a dual differential mode, enabling a pristine dual mono setup.
  • High-Resolution Audio Support: Accommodates up to 768 kHz PCM files and DSD256 via DoP, with native DSD512 support via USB. SPDIF inputs now support MQA (up to 384kHz) and DSD (DoP 64).
  • Digital Inputs: Equipped with 3x optical, 1x coax SPDIF, 1x USB, and 1x AES/EBU inputs. A future-proof I2S input is ready for the upcoming Nu-Vista CD player.
  • Outputs: Features both RCA and XLR outputs, catering to a wide range of audiophile setups.
  • Innovative Power Design: Incorporates separate PSUs for digital and analogue circuitry, ensuring pristine signal purity.
  • Advanced Digital Processing: Benefits from a 16-core XMOS processor and Altera CPLD MAX II for unmatched digital audio handling, including optional upsampling and reclocking capabilities.