ESS M 500

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Brand: Ess

The ESS M 500 is a high-performance headphone amp and DAC (digital-to-analog converter) that is designed to deliver exceptional sound quality for audiophiles and music enthusiasts. The M 500 is a versatile device that can be connected to a wide range of audio sources, including laptops, desktops, smartphones, and music servers. It supports a variety of digital audio formats, including high-resolution PCM and DSD. One of the standout features of the ESS M 500 is its use of the ESS Sabre32 PRO DAC. This advanced DAC technology provides ultra-low distortion, extremely low noise, and excellent performance with selectable MQA rendering. The M 500 also includes comprehensive headphone amplification, as well as support for balanced connections using AES/EBU or XLR inputs. The amp has a wide range of gain settings, from low (0 dB) to high (24 dB), to accommodate different headphone sensitivities. In terms of connectivity, the M 500 includes a variety of digital and analog inputs and outputs, including coaxial, optical, AES/EBU, XLR, and RCA. This allows for easy integration into a wide range of audio systems. Overall, the ESS M 500 is a top-of-the-line audio device that delivers exceptional sound quality, versatile connectivity options, and advanced features such as MQA decoding and comprehensive headphone amplification. It's a great choice for audiophiles and music enthusiasts who demand the absolute best in audio performance.