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The Amethyst is Metrum Acoustics' entry-level R-2R ladder DAC, using discrete resistor networks instead of off-the-shelf delta-sigma chips to produce a smoother, more analog-like presentation that avoids the digital glare some listeners associate with oversampling designs. It's aimed at music lovers who prioritize natural timbre and ease of listening over ultra-detailed, clinical resolution, at a price point that undercuts most boutique R-2R competitors.
About Metrum Acoustics
Founded in 2010 in Oss, Netherlands by Cees Ruijtenberg, Metrum Acoustics is a boutique DAC manufacturer that pioneered the use of industrial-grade R-2R DAC chips in consumer audio applications. Ruijtenberg's insight was that precision R-2R converter chips designed for scientific instrumentation — w...
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