Grimm Audio MU2  Media Player / Streamer / Preamplifier

Grimm Audio’s MU2 combines a music streamer with a superb DAC and a reference quality analog preamp. 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 hi-fi system for both digital and analog sources. A Roon Labs server is on board so no external computer is needed to enjoy perfect streaming. 

At the heart of the MU2, is Grimm Audio’s proprietary Major DAC that uses a groundbreaking discrete design that makes optimal use of Grimm’s FPGA board. Grimm’s high-resolution pure Nyquist upsampling filters are combined with a fundamentally flawless 11th order 1.5 bit noise shaper. 

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 headphone jack.

Features

• Roon Server integrated (upto 100,000 tracks)
• Ultra-high up- and downsampling precision
• Ultra-low clock jitter
• Discrete FPGA Major DAC
• All sample rates and formats supported
• Relay-based analog volume control
• Analog XLR and RCA inputs
• Analog XLR and RCA outputs
• Headphone output
• AES, coax, and optical digital stereo inputs
• Web control of setup via any browser
• Infrared remote control
• External USB and NAS storage, optional internal SSD
• Tidal and Qobuz support
• 5 year limited warranty

Specifications

Inputs
Digital: AES3, SPDIF coax, optical, USB, Ethernet
Analog: Stereo RCA, stereo XLR

Analog Outputs: Stereo RCA, stereo XLR, headphone

Dimensions (WHD): 13.9″ x 3.34″ x 11.6″ (355 x 85 x 295 mm)