CEntrance HiFi-M8 V2 Review

CEntrance HiFi-M8 V2

Features (from CEntrance site)

  • Works with: Android, iOS, Mac, Windows, Linux: laptops, phones and tablets
  • Supported by most playback apps as USB audio device, up to 32-bit/384kHz
  • Balanced Bluetoothimplementation allows to go wireless with high fidelity
  • VelvetSound™ AKM AK4493 D/A converter for lowest levels of noise and THD
  • Digital volume controlresults in perfect level tracking between channels
  • Hybrid Power Systemisolates sensitive circuitry from noise and interference
  • Battery Supplyreconditions wall power to deliver clean signal to your headphones
  • The exclusive Stamina Modere-configures the power supply for longer battery life
  • Total of 8 amplifiers inside: 4 on the cool side and 4 on the hot side outputs
  • Two balanced + two unbalanced headphone jacks support up to 4 headphones
  • Balanced outputs: 4-pin Neutrik on the hot side and a 2.5 mm jack on the cool side
  • Unbalanced outputs: 1/4″ jack on the hot side and a 3.5 mm jack on the cool side
  • Precision, 12-step Stereo VU metershows how loud your music is mastered
  • Meter brightnessis adjustable from night mode (invisible) to daylight visible levels
  • Dual USB C jacksavoid draining your phone’s battery, allow charging while listening
  • Internal battery charges from any standard 5V/2.4A USB chargeror from a laptop
  • Dual band EQadds punch and sheen to highlight your favorite headphones
  • Gain Range switchallows to seamlessly transition from IEMs to big overhead cans
  • Aircraft-grade, anodized aluminum chassis for scratch protection and durability

 

Technical Specifications (from CEntrance site)

ANALOG SPECS

   
Freq. Response 20 Hz…20 kHz ±0.2 dB
THD+N 0.0063% (0 dBFS, 1kHz, under load)
Noise Floor 6 µV RMS (A-wtd), max gain
Output Power, XLR 1.6 W (max total, 75Ω)
Output Power, ¼” 532 mW (max total, 32Ω)
Output Power 2.5mm 360 mW (max total, 47Ω)
Output Power 3.5mm 130 mW (max total, 32Ω)
Max Level, XLR 6.1 V rms / +17.9 dBu
Max Level, ¼” 3.1 V rms / +12 dBu
Max Level, 2.5 mm 2.9 V rms / +11.5 dBu
Max Level, 3.5 mm 1.5 V rms / +5.5 dBu
Output Impedance, XLR 2.5 Ohm
Output Impedance, 1/4″ 2 Ohm
Output Impedance, 2.5 mm 0.3 Ohm
Output Impedance, 3.5 mm 0.5 Ohm
Supported Headphones 8…600 Ohm, practically any headphone made
Gain Switch 20 dB pad (set low for IEM)

DIGITAL SPECS

   
Resolution, USB 24-bit, 32-bit
Sample Rate, USB 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz, 352.8 kHz, 384 kHz + DSD
Clocking Two custom, mil-spec clocks, 10 ppm precision, 1 ps jitter
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, Android, Mac, Linux, PC. Driver not required for Windows 10
USB Input USB-C, fully compatible with USB 3.1
Bluetooth specs Balanced audio: APTX, AAC, MP3, SBC

GENERAL SPECS

   
Number of Outputs 4 total (2 Balanced (XLR and 2.5 mm) and 2 Unbalanced (1/4″ and 3.5mm)
Number of Amplifiers 8 total (4 on the Cool side, 4 on the Hot side)
Headphone Amp Custom, Class A, AmpExtreme™ technology with bipolar power supplies
Battery Run time Bluetooth input: 11 HRS, USB input: 8 HRS (Stamina Mode ON, 4 amps active)
Battery Run time Bluetooth input: 8 HRS, USB input: 5 HRS (STAMINA Mode OFF, 8 amps active)
Charge time ~4.5 hours using a 2.4A USB charger
DC Charging +5 V from USB adapter, such as iPad charger. 2 A or more recommended
Analog Power Battery-isolated, ±10 V analog power supply rails with microsecond transient

response time

Internal Power Supplies Eight independent, high-efficiency switch-mode power supplies
LED Level Meter Full-wave rectified, precision-calibrated, Professional LED Meter with

brightness control

Chassis Material Aircraft-grade aluminum, hard-anodized for scratch resistance, black
Rechargeable Battery Li-Polymer with Japanese chemical formulation for long lasting power
Unit Dimensions 121 mm (4.76″) (L), 70 mm (2.76″) (W), 36 mm (1.42″) (H)
Unit Weight 250 grams (8.9 ounces)
Box Dimensions 161 mm (6.33″) (L), 111 mm (4.37″) (W), 42 mm (1.65″) (H)
Box Weight 455 grams (1 lb)
Included accessories Quick Start Guide, Velvet pouch, rubber feet, SIM card tool for switches,

USB-C Cable for charging or USB audio.

 

4.3/5 - (119 votes)
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Lieven is living in Europe and he's the leader of the gang. He's running Headfonia as a side project next to his full time day job in Digital Marketing & Consultancy. He's a big fan of tube amps and custom inear monitors and has published hundreds of product reviews over the years.

2 Comments

  • Reply March 11, 2021

    Norman W Katz

    Fabulous amp dac! Swiss Army knife of portable gear, solid build does everything
    Promised!

  • Reply April 8, 2021

    zolom

    How is the CEntrance hifi m8 v2 compared against the iFi iDSD Diablo?

    Thanks

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