Grimm Audio MU2 music player
For those wishing to incorporate Roon into their Hi-Fi system, in an eloquent, reference level manner, the MU2 is that solution. The addition of an on board DAC brings stunning Roon digital playback to a new level.
For those wishing to incorporate Roon into their Hi-Fi system, in an eloquent, reference level manner, the MU2 is that solution. The addition of an on board DAC brings stunning Roon digital playback to a new level.
Description
We are convinced that smart integration of functions yields higher audio quality. The MU2 combines a music streamer with a superb DAC and a reference quality analog pre amp. Its built-in DAC takes full advantage of the Grimm Audio low jitter clock and high performance FPGA processor. A relay based analog volume control enables the MU2 to become the true ‘hub’ of your hifi system for both digital and analog sources. Just like with its sister product, the ‘digital output’ MU1, a Roon Labs Core server is on board so no external computer is needed to enjoy perfect streaming.
“The MU2 offers full integration of functions, from Roon to analog volume control, with revolutionary sound quality.”
At the heart of the MU2, Grimm Audio’s proprietary Major DAC can be found. It is of a groundbreaking discrete design that makes optimal use of our own FPGA board. In a unique way our high resolution Pure Nyquist upsampling filters are combined with a fundamentally flawless 11th order noise shaper of 1.5 bit. If you like to read more about this technology, please check out the Major DAC blog.
As a result the MU2 reproduces micro-details so well that it allows a deep emotional connection to the musical performance. The stereo image is of groundbreaking quality. Its serenity invites prolonged listening sessions.
If you love your loudspeakers and power amplifiers but long for a fundamental update in sound quality and streamer experience, the MU2 is designed for you.
The MU2 has 2 stereo analog inputs and 3 stereo digital inputs. It has outputs on XLR and RCA, and headphones jack.
MU2 features
Roon Core and Roon End Point integrated
ultra low clock jitter
FPGA based discrete Major DAC
all sample rates and formats supported
relay based analog volume control
digital AES, spdif and optical inputs
analog XLR and RCA inputs
analog XLR and RCA outputs
headphone output
web control of setup via any browser
infrared remote control
external USB and NAS storage, optional internal SSD
Tidal and Qobuz support
355 x 85 x 295mm (WxHxD)
5 year limited warranty