Metrum Onyx
Metrum Onyx
Metrum Onyx
Metrum Onyx
Metrum Onyx
Metrum Onyx
Metrum Onyx
Metrum Onyx

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Metrum Onyx

Balanced NOS DAC

  • Unique non-oversampling DAC
  • 4x Transient R2R ladder DACTWO modules
  • 4 digital inputs
  • Analogue XLR and RCA outputs
  • Zero digital filters
  • Great channel separation
  • Energy efficient design
  • Very low noise floor
  • Made in the Netherlands
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Metrum Onyx

Metrum Onyx

Balanced NOS DAC

Mid-range NOS DAC using 2x DACTWO transient chips per channel. Upgrade your home sound system. With the goal of creating a mid range and affordable, yet superior DAC in mind Metrum Acoustics designed the ONYX. It was an unprecedented challenge, which was eventually solved by using an entirely new chip, which has been exclusively developed by Metrum Acoustics and was first used in the PAVANE.

The parallel FPGA driven R2R ladder networks as used in the 4x DACTWO modules performs on a higher level. These modules split up the audio samples for each channel into new separate data streams. Each DAC cluster processes a portion of the data in the most linear region of the R2R ladder DACs. The result of this process is an extremely high linearity, right down to -145 dB, which gives the ONYX a realistic 24 bit dynamic range. Due to the dual mono design over the entire frequency range an extremely high channel separation of 120 dB is realised. This contributes to the flawless positioning of instruments.

In short, the ONYX is a DAC that has taken all the lessons and experiences that Metrum Acoustics has learned over the years, and combined them in an ambitious DAC that can fit in every system. It is musical, honours the Non-oversampling principle while simultaneously incorporating the technological progress that has been made over the years.

 

Box Contents:

  • Onyx
  • IEC power cable
  • USB type A to B data cable
  • Manual


Technical specifications

Dimensions
H 70mm, W 290mm, D 250mm
DAC design
4x Transient R2R ladder DACTWO modules, non-oversampling
Maximum bit rate
Up to 24-bit
Maximum sample rate
Up to 384kHz
Digital inputs
USB type B, coaxial RCA, optical TosLink, AES/EBU XLR
Analogue outputs
XLR, RCA
Output impedance
RCA 100 ohms, XLR 100 ohms
Maximum output voltage
RCA 2V RMS, XLR 4V RMS
Noise floor
-145dB
Distortion
0.006% THD
Channel separation
120dB
Weight
3.1KG
Chassis material
Aluminium

Shipping and Returns

Dispatch
1–3 business days In-stock items, Monday to Friday except bank holidays, subject to stock and security checks.
Delivery
Tracked or signed Delivery options and costs are shown at checkout. We don't profit from shipping charges.
Returns
14 days For electronics such as DACs, amps and players, in like-new condition with all original packaging and accessories.

Good to know

  • Return shipping is paid by the customer.
  • Open box, B-stock, refurbished and clearance items can't be returned.
  • Please add a valid phone number at checkout in case we need to verify your identity.

Warranty

New products
1-year manufacturer warranty Most products. The exact warranty is set by the manufacturer.
Pre-owned & open box
3 months B-grade, open box, refurbished, ex-demo and second-hand items.
Covered
Defects in materials, parts and workmanship
Not covered
Accidents, misuse and unauthorised repairs Including abnormal conditions, deliberate abuse and operator error.
Making a claim
Send it to us, we ship it back free You cover shipping to Elise Audio; we pay to send the repaired or replacement product back.

Balanced NOS DAC

Mid-range NOS DAC using 2x DACTWO transient chips per channel. Upgrade your home sound system. With the goal of creating a mid range and affordable, yet superior DAC in mind Metrum Acoustics designed the ONYX. It was an unprecedented challenge, which was eventually solved by using an entirely new chip, which has been exclusively developed by Metrum Acoustics and was first used in the PAVANE.

The parallel FPGA driven R2R ladder networks as used in the 4x DACTWO modules performs on a higher level. These modules split up the audio samples for each channel into new separate data streams. Each DAC cluster processes a portion of the data in the most linear region of the R2R ladder DACs. The result of this process is an extremely high linearity, right down to -145 dB, which gives the ONYX a realistic 24 bit dynamic range. Due to the dual mono design over the entire frequency range an extremely high channel separation of 120 dB is realised. This contributes to the flawless positioning of instruments.

In short, the ONYX is a DAC that has taken all the lessons and experiences that Metrum Acoustics has learned over the years, and combined them in an ambitious DAC that can fit in every system. It is musical, honours the Non-oversampling principle while simultaneously incorporating the technological progress that has been made over the years.

 

Box Contents:

  • Onyx
  • IEC power cable
  • USB type A to B data cable
  • Manual


Dimensions
H 70mm, W 290mm, D 250mm
DAC design
4x Transient R2R ladder DACTWO modules, non-oversampling
Maximum bit rate
Up to 24-bit
Maximum sample rate
Up to 384kHz
Digital inputs
USB type B, coaxial RCA, optical TosLink, AES/EBU XLR
Analogue outputs
XLR, RCA
Output impedance
RCA 100 ohms, XLR 100 ohms
Maximum output voltage
RCA 2V RMS, XLR 4V RMS
Noise floor
-145dB
Distortion
0.006% THD
Channel separation
120dB
Weight
3.1KG
Chassis material
Aluminium
Dispatch
1–3 business days In-stock items, Monday to Friday except bank holidays, subject to stock and security checks.
Delivery
Tracked or signed Delivery options and costs are shown at checkout. We don't profit from shipping charges.
Returns
14 days For electronics such as DACs, amps and players, in like-new condition with all original packaging and accessories.

Good to know

  • Return shipping is paid by the customer.
  • Open box, B-stock, refurbished and clearance items can't be returned.
  • Please add a valid phone number at checkout in case we need to verify your identity.
New products
1-year manufacturer warranty Most products. The exact warranty is set by the manufacturer.
Pre-owned & open box
3 months B-grade, open box, refurbished, ex-demo and second-hand items.
Covered
Defects in materials, parts and workmanship
Not covered
Accidents, misuse and unauthorised repairs Including abnormal conditions, deliberate abuse and operator error.
Making a claim
Send it to us, we ship it back free You cover shipping to Elise Audio; we pay to send the repaired or replacement product back.

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