You can find out all about the dCS Lina products here: https://shop.dcsaudio.com/products/lina-system
DAC
The Lina Network DAC design combines dCS’ playback technologies – including the dCS Ring DAC and Digital Processing Platform – with new innovations, such as their first ever touch-screen display, a streamlined user interface, and a powerful flex-ridged circuit board.
The key features:
- Supports hi-res streaming via Roon, TIDAL, Qobuz, Spotify, Deezer, AirPlay and more
- dCS Ring DAC system ensures sound is reproduced with absolute integrity, for a highly detailed, natural and deeply musical performance
- dCS Expanse technology offers enhanced crossfeed optimisation for a more natural and immersive experience when listening to a wide range of stereo recordings
- Flexible dCS Digital Processing Platform provides unlimited scope for future upgrades.
- Touch screen UI with customisable menu provides seamless navigation [system can also be controlled via dCS Mosaic app]
The unit measures 121.5mm (H) x 220mm (W) x 339mm (D) and weighs 7.4kg
The price of the Lina Network DAC is set at €14.350 Euro.
AMP
This solid state, Class AB amplifier is engineered to drive a vast range of headphones – from planars to sensitive IEMS – to their full potential. With its low noise floor, wide bandwidth, vast dynamic range, and excellent linearity, it delivers all of the sonic benefits you’d expect from a dCS product and is designed to complement virtually any head-fi setup.
Key Features:
- Class AB design with DC servo system delivers high power efficiency and excellent linearity
- Solid state design delivers consistent, clean performance
- Solid aluminium chassis minimises the risk of electromagnetic interference for enhanced audio performance
- Choice of inputs caters to a variety of sources and audio setups
- Includes 3 headphone outputs. 1 x dual 3-pin balanced XLR, right and left channel. 1 x single 4-pin balanced XLR. 1 x single 1/4’’ (6.35mm) headphone jack
Power output is the following:
- Balanced 2W into 30Ω
- Balanced 0.48W into 300Ω
- Unbalanced 1.6W into 30Ω
- Unbalanced 0.2W into 300Ω
The amplifier measure 121.5mm (H) x 220mm (W) x 356mm (D) and weighs 7.5kg
The price of the Lina amplifier is set at €10.250 Euro.
Master Clock
The Lina Master Clock uses two quartz crystals to deliver a precise clocking reference for all audio formats and frequencies. When paired with the Lina Network DAC, it – according to dCS – enhances all aspects of sound – from detail and imaging to rhythmic movement and flow. Each aspect of its design has been carefully crafted to protect against factors that can interfere with clocking signals – ensuring long-term stability and the utmost accuracy during playback.
Key Features:
- Oven-controlled crystal oscillators (one for 44.1kHz based audio sample rates and one for 48kHz) ensure accurate clocking for all audio samples and frequencies
- Allows Lina Network DAC to be locked to a single master signal for enhanced audio performance
- Minimises risk of jitter and timing irregularities which can affect playback
- Provides a significant increase in sound quality when streaming or listening via USB
- Standalone design with isolated chassis and power supply protects clock signal from external interference
The dCS Clock measures 121.5mm (H) x 220mm (W) x 339mm (D) and weighs 7kg.
The price of the Lina Clock is set at €8.250 Euro.
The first impressions can be found on the next page. Click here or use the jumps below
Ben
Am I seeing this wrong or is this an ALPS RK27 (below 20$) potentiometer in that 10’000+ headphone amplifier ?
Jason Payne
Probably what potential buyers will want to know is how does it compare to the Bartok in detail.
MhtLion
Any more review on Lina coming anytime? Interested to hear your conclusive review.