NEW!! Schiit Audio Dac Family The Modi 2 and Modi 2-Uber and the Modi-optical

[Sonority audio]

NEW!! THE SCHIIT Modi 2  - Complete, Affordable DAC Family

zie onze site voor meer Schiit Audio en voor bestellingen: www.schiit-europe.com


Modi is a complete family of affordable DACs for virtually any need. Whether you want better sound from your computer, from your Apple TV, from your CD player, or virtually any source, the Modi family has a model that will fit your needs perfectly.



Modi 2: Improve Any Computer's Sound

Modi 2 plugs into virtually any computer—Windows, Mac, popular Linux distros, Intel Chromebooks, as well as iPhones and iPads. Just plug in via USB and go with no drivers in Standard Mode, up to 24/96 output. Switch to Expert Mode for extended high-res capabilities to 24/192. This will require drivers for Windows, but for no other OS (hello, Microsoft!)



Modi 2 Uber: The Complete Mini-DAC



Honey, I shrunk the Bifrost! That's the idea behind Modi 2 Uber. Like Bifrost, Modi 2 Uber offers USB, Toslink, and RCA inputs, each individually selectable via a front-panel button. It also has a more sophisticated analog section, with DC-coupled output. And, it's ready for all sample rates, from 16/44.1 to 24/192. Again, Windows requires drivers. Alert to Microsoft: USB Audio Class 2 was, like, a decade ago. Please support it and stop requiring us to provide drivers. Seriously, Android phones support it.



Modi Optical: For Airport Express, TVs, Gamers, CD Players, and Beyond

Modi Optical plugs into any optical source—from computer sound cards to Apple TV—and delivers great sound up to 24/192. As with all SPDIF components, it requires no drivers, and it's powered by a small wall-wart.



Need Volume Control? No Problem.
If you're using headphones, just add a Magni Uber for adjustable volume via its preamp outputs. No headphones? Just add a SYS Passive Preamp for analog volume control.

Made in USA

By "made in USA," we mean made in USA. The vast majority of the total production cost of Modi—chassis, boards, assembly, etc—goes to US companies. Our board house is 20 minutes away from our office in Newhall. Our chassis guys are just over the hill in the Valley.

Specs:

Inputs:

Modi 2: USB 2.0
Modi 2 Uber: USB 2.0, Toslink SPDIF, Coaxial SPDIF
Modi Optical: Toslink SPDIF

Sample Rates/Bit Depths:

Modi 2: 16/44.1 to 24/96, including 24/88.2, without Windows drivers, or up to 24/192 with Windows drivers (or using a Mac or Linux machine)
Modi 2 Uber: 16/44.1 to 24/192 via USB. 16/44.1 to 24/192 via Toslink* and Coax.
*Note: many optical transmitters cannot output 24/176 and 24/192 reliably

Input Receiver:

USB: C-Media CM6631A
SPDIF: AKM 4113

D/A Conversion IC: AKM4396
Analog Summing, Active Filtering: Based on AD8616 with precision thin-film resistors and film capacitors.
Output: RCA (single-ended)
Output Impedance: 75 ohms
Frequency Response: 20Hz-20KHz, +/-0.1dB
Maximum Output: 1.5V RMS

THD: <0.002%, 20Hz-20KHz, at max output

IMD: <0.003%, CCIR

S/N: >104dB, referenced to 1.5VRMS, unweighted
Crosstalk: -80dB, 20-20kHz

Power Supply:

Modi 2: USB bus powered, 120mA draw
Modi 2 Uber and Modi Optical: Included 16VAC wall-wart

Size: 5 x 3.5 x 1.25"
Weight: 1 lb

Holy crap, that's a lot of different Modis!

Yes, it is. Because some people have USB output, some have Toslink, and some have systems with USB, Toslink, and even coax. We wanted to cover all the ground here, and make sure that anyone who wants better digital sound can get it—at a very affordable price.
But there's gotta be a catch at such an affordable price, right?

Not really, other than our Modis are designed exclusively for direct sale. A dealer network would double the price.

So, you're saying you plug this in and you're ready to go?


Pretty much. In Standard Mode, Modi 2 can be used with virtually any Windows or Mac computer instantly recognizes Modi USB and requires no drivers, and many Linux distros that support USB Audio Standard 2.0 work just fine as well. It can also be used with iPhones, iPads, and Intel Chromebooks, as well as the Sony PS4. In Expert Mode, you'll need to install drivers on Windows, because Windows is stuck in some weird time-warp where it's still 1997 and people are gaga over Office or something. Seriously, everything supports USB Audio Class 2, including stuff like Android phones, Linux, and Chromebooks. Microsoft, you look dumb here. Sorry. No other way to put it. And yes, this includes Windows 10. Argh.

And the difference between Modi 2 and Modi 2 Uber?

Lots. Let's break it down:

Inputs: Modi 2 only has USB, Modi 2 Uber has USB, optical, and coax.
Control: Modi 2 has no controls, Modi 2 Uber has an input selection switch.
Power Supply: Modi 2 is USB powered, Modi 2 Uber has a linear power supply and wall-wart.
Chassis: Modi 2 has a painted steel chassis, while Modi 2 Uber has an aluminum top and pushbutton (pinched off the Bifrost, natch!)

So how's the support for Linux, iDevices, and Chromebooks?


Any Linux distro supporting USB Audio Class 2 will be fine. Most do. Please note we're not able to provide troubleshooting or support of Linux issues. For iPhones/iPads running iOS7/8, you can connect digitally with the Lightning to USB adapter sold by Apple, but you may need a powered USB hub to avoid the "this device draws too much power" error. Intel-based Chromebooks also work, though AMD seems to be a bit of a crapshoot.

I want a combined DAC/amp! Why didn't you put an amp in here?


We did. They're just in different chassis . They're called "Magni 2" and "Magni 2 Uber." Stack the two and tell yourself it's a combined DAC/Amp for not much money. Mix and match for exactly what you want. Ha. Try that with a combined DAC/amp. Also try not to shed any tears as you throw away a perfectly good amp with that amp/DAC when digital technology changes. Face it, you want separates.

So what about the optical-only version?


It's an optical version. As in, a Modi with optical input. Same size, same specs, one more LED. It's great if you have an Apple TV, soundcard optical output running virtual surround for games, Airport Express, CD player, DVD player, Blu-Ray player, computer with optical output, TV with optical output, etc, etc...

If this thing is so great, why would I step up to Bifrost or Gungnir?


Because you want even higher performance. Or upgradability. Modis aren't upgradable.

But I heard all DACs sound the same! You're bullshitting us!


If it's your experience that all DACs sound the same, that's cool. There's a DAC in your iPhone or Android phone, so you can use that one and save some cash.

Modi 2 manual http://schiit.com/public/upload/PDF/modi_2_manual.pdf

Modi 2 uber manual http://schiit.com/public/upload/PDF/modi_2_uber_manual.pdf

Modi optical manual http://schiit.com/public/upload/PDF/optimodi-manual.pdf

Schiit Drivers :http://schiit.com/public/upload/drivers/Schiit_USB_1_03.zip

[Sonority audio]

Mooie nieuwe review!!

Overall, the Schiit Magni 2U and the Schiit Modi 2U are a mini-powerhouse that truly shatters the general price performance ratio by putting many higher models to shame. Having recently reviewed the Fiio Q1, I thought I would not find a DAC/Amp that would perform as well as it does for its price alone but the Schiit stack definitely challenges my initial thoughts. I was not only surprised by the levels of transparency but also the hi-fidelity sound that can be attained for only $300.

Coupled to this, the build quality of both the Schiit Magni 2U Amp and the Schiit Modi 2U DAC is simply outstanding with a well- implemented brushed aluminium chassis. Next to the polished looking PlusSound Cloud Nine amp, the Schiit stack looks decidedly classier with durability infused with functionality. A minor suggestion though, would be to include a gain switch on the front of Magni 2U for the purposes of easier accessibility. All in all then, I would highly recommend this neat little set-up for anyone wanting to achieve a hi-fi sound for a fraction of the price.

complete review
http://headfonics.com/2015/10/the-magni-2u-modi-2u-by-schiit/#comment-3613