Ayazi-MK2-DAC
INQUIRE ABOUT THIS PRODUCTThe Ayazi mk2 DAC is designed and fine-tuned specifically to reveal the musical magic encoded in the numbers, that are stored within the digital medium. Sound reproduction with exceptionally broad dynamic range, ultra-low distortion and low noise, accurate sound stage, and musical congruity.
We tested the circuit in many different high-end systems and set-ups as it is intended to be the jack of all trades for digital-to-analogue conversion, to be used anytime, anywhere…
A high-performance DAC, for all people.
No frills construction: solid and functional, the Ayazi as one reviewer put it, “probably sets the sonic performance benchmark for DACs costing double or more its asking price”, encompassing what we started out to do: to offer the experience of the musical event, a sound you wont believe for its price. With the Ayazi, style follows function and budget. The result: when it comes to DACs the Ayazi is the affordable reference!
Input Protection
The USB input comprises Ideon Audio’s proprietary electrostatic protection circuit; the best way to fight against signal degradation and noise is to keep it at bay before it enters the signal!
Asynchronous Dual Clock Input
Pushing jitter and the noise floor to vanishingly low levels to achieve phase-correct sound, and dynamics. Femto clock architecture. Pushes jitter and noise floor below perceptible levels in our circuit. Two high quality CCHD-957 oscillators by Crystek.
Over Engineered, Top of the Line Power
We not only need abundance of power, we need clean power, especially devoid of hi-frequency noises, electrical interferences, and similar performance compromising distortion.
Using top of the line regulators and hi-end audiophile capacitors, discrete and ultra-stabilised power feeds, the Ayazi declares its own war on extraneous electrical & digital noise, achieving unparalleled dynamics and clarity in its class.
We believe we have a sonic winner!
| DIGITAL INPUTS | USB type 2 and above, SPDI/F |
| OUTPUT FULL SCALE | 2.0V RMS |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 10Hz-25kHz (+/- 0.5dB) |
| SNR (DC to 20kHz) | >112dB |
| THD+N (1kHz FS 96 kS/s) | <0.002% |
| CROSSTALK | -110dB |
| USB INPUT | Transfer mode: Asynchronous (dual clock) Device class: Type 2 or above Bit depth: 32 bit Sampling rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192, 352.8, 384 kHz |
| SPDIF / COAXIAL INPUT | Bit depth: 24 bit Sampling rates: 44.1, 48, 96, 192 kHz |
| CONTROLS | On/off switch, led indicator USB / SPDI/F input, sync led indicator |
| POWER REQUIREMENTS | 230 / 110 V AC, 1A, 20W max |
| OPERATING TEMPERATURE | 0-35˚ C |
| RELATIVE HUMIDITY | 5-95% non-condensing |
| OUTPUT | Stereo unbalanced impedance: 250 Ω |
| DIMENSIONS | 29cm X 17cm X 8cm |
Review
“the Ideon components provide the kind of musical thrills one might hear through the original Quad electrostatic speakers: a crystal-clear, essentially neutral, hyperdetailed window onto the music that captures every nuance without sacrificing music’s weight and body… It can play every kind of music with all of its strengths intact. I simply found listening to certain genres on it to be a revelation. If I were a listener of primarily classical and acoustic music, I would travel far to hear one.”
Alex Halberstadt, Stereophile
Review: Ideon Audio Ayazi mk2 D/A processor & 3R Master Time Black Star USB clock Measurements
Review
When I first situated the Ideon mk2 DAC & 3R Master Time Black Star in my system and hit “Play Now” in Roon, I was more than surprised. And I have to admit, my surprise startled me.
Review: Ideon Audio Ayazi mk2 DAC & 3R Master Time Black Star – twitteringmachines.com
Audiophile Reviewers Choice
“The Ayazi Mk2 DAC and 3R Master Time combo is one of these real discoveries, the kind of which is rarely encountered; and to think that this is the Greek manufacturer’s entry level product!
It is hard to speculate what secrets are hidden in their entrails, to allow them to attain this magnificent sonic result. Whatever the case the result is indisputable: the Ideon Audio Ayazi Mk2 + 3R TM are among the best digital products at their price range and well beyond. This duo is a marvel of technical mastery that connects us directly to the heart of the music.”
Part-Time Audiophile
“The 3R Master Time Blackstar Edition jitter reducer should be used in every USB audio system, it will improve the signal transmission, no matter how expensive file transports are or how expensive D/A converters you use.”
“The Ayazi mk2 DAC is also unique. It delivers an energetic, powerful presentation, showing a remarkably extensive sound stage… And there is also the resolution – exceptional. It is hard to believe that such a simple D/A converter was able to achieve something like this, which resembles what some companies achieve with NOS circuits without oversampling. The Ayazi mk2 represents top level in its price class.”
HighFidelity.pl
Ayazi mk2 DAC, 3R Master Time, 3R USB – hifitest.de (in German)
Ayazi DAC mk2 % 3R Master Time – hifiknights.com
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