Rockna Wavedream MK2 Signature – XLR (Balance)

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The Rockna Wavedream MK2 Signature XLR is an updated version of Rockna’s flagship balanced R2R DAC, utilizing their most advanced technology and highest grade RD-0 ladder modules.

• The MK2 version integrates a high-performance network renderer, allowing it to function as a network streamer in addition to being a DAC.
• It features refined algorithms that define its sound signature, suggesting improvements to the digital processing and conversion.
• Like its predecessor, the Wavedream MK2 uses a software-defined architecture based on FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) technology. This allows for hardware-level upgrades through firmware updates, providing flexibility and future-proofing.
• The DAC employs custom digital filters with three selectable variations: linear phase, minimum phase, and hybrid phase. These filters use advanced algorithms and significant processing power (15 GMACS) to optimize sound quality.
• For D/A conversion, it uses proprietary modules called RD-0 (27-bit structure) or RD-1 (26-bit structure), depending on the version. These modules feature a discrete sign-magnitude hybrid ladder topology.
• The analog output stage is designed specifically to work with the RD-0 and RD-1 converter modules, emphasizing transparency and natural sound reproduction.

The Wavedream MK2 appears to build upon the strengths of the original Wavedream DAC, adding streaming capabilities and further refining its digital processing and conversion technologies to enhance overall performance.

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