{"product_id":"matrix-audio-ms-1c-music-streamer-dac","title":"Matrix Audio MS-1C Music Streamer \u0026 DAC","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMatrix Audio MS-1C\u003c\/strong\u003e is a flagship-tier music streamer and Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) engineered as a reference digital source for high-end audio systems. Built around Asahi Kasei Microdevices' flagship AK4191 + AK4499EX DAC architecture, the MS-1C completely separates digital filtering from analog conversion to minimize phase noise and inter-channel crosstalk. Supporting high-resolution PCM up to 32-bit\/768kHz and native DSD up to 24.58MHz (DSD512), it incorporates dual ultra-low-phase-noise femtosecond clocks alongside an audiophile-grade Lundahl transformer-coupled analog output stage for rich, dynamic, and organic sound reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHoused in a precision CNC-machined aluminum chassis, the MS-1C serves as a complete digital nerve center. It offers extensive wireless and wired network connectivity—including Wi-Fi 6, Gigabit Ethernet, Roon Ready certification, AirPlay 2, and direct support for TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect, and Spotify Connect. Internal local library storage can be expanded via an M.2 NVMe SSD slot, while a full suite of digital outputs (IIS-LVDS, AES\/EBU, Coaxial, Optical, and USB DAC) allows the MS-1C to function seamlessly as a dedicated digital transport or integrated streamer\/DAC managed via the MA Remote App.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKEY FEATURES \u0026amp; SYSTEM HIGHLIGHTS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAK4191 + AK4499EX DAC Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e AKM's flagship two-chip solution isolates digital processing from analog conversion to achieve ultra-low distortion and exceptionally low noise backgrounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLundahl Transformer Analog Stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Custom Lundahl audio transformers in the analog line stage provide galvanic isolation, superior common-mode rejection, and smooth, natural musicality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Femtosecond Master Clocks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ultra-low phase noise clock generator system ensures precise data timing and suppresses digital jitter across all sample rates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUltra High-Resolution File Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native decoding for PCM files up to 32-bit \/ 768 kHz and DSD playback up to 24.58 MHz (DSD512).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNVMe SSD Storage Expansion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated M.2 NVMe SSD expansion slot supports fast internal storage for extensive local music collections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComprehensive Digital Output Suite:\u003c\/strong\u003e Digital transport features include IIS-LVDS, AES\/EBU, Coaxial S\/PDIF, Optical Toslink, and dedicated USB DAC output.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNext-Gen Network \u0026amp; 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