Bricasti Design MC1 Dual Mono Master D/A Converter

Reference D/A Conversion for Critical Audio Applications

The Bricasti Design MC1 is a fully differential stereo reference digital-to-analog converter (D/A) engineered for critical listening and mastering environments. Years of meticulous development and refinement have resulted in a D/A converter that preserves harmonic integrity with absolute precision. With a design centered on lifelike transparency, the MC1 ensures that both instrumentation and human voices retain their natural character, providing unmatched clarity and depth.

Superior Design and Performance

The MC1 is built for excellence, featuring two completely isolated channels, each with its own dedicated linear power supply, D/A converter, DDS clocking, and analog circuitry. This dual-mono architecture eliminates analog crosstalk, ensuring that the power demands of each channel are fully met and completely isolated from digital processing. Using Bricasti’s exclusive twin DAC design, the stereo ADI 1955 D/A converter is configured in mono mode to optimize dynamic range. Additionally, the MC1 includes Bricasti’s proprietary filter technology, ensuring superior resolution in all modern reference D/A applications.

Key Features

• True Dual-Mono Design – Each channel operates independently with its own power supply, DAC, and analog circuit.
• Ultra-Low Jitter Performance – < 8 picoseconds at 48kHz / < 6 picoseconds at 96kHz.
• High-Resolution Digital Inputs – Supports AES, SPDIF, Optical Toslink, USB, and optional Ethernet.
• Wide Sample Rate Compatibility – Accepts rates from 44.1kHz up to 384kHz (USB & Ethernet) with DSD support.
• Balanced & Unbalanced Outputs – XLR and RCA outputs ensure seamless integration into any audio system.
• Dedicated Linear Power Supplies – Isolated power supply for each channel to maximize analog signal integrity.
• Premium Build Quality – Anodized aluminum chassis for durability and superior shielding.
• Handcrafted in the USA – Precision-built in Massachusetts by a team dedicated to excellence.

Technical Specifications

Digital Inputs

• XLR: AES/EBU 24-bit Single Wire
• RCA: SPDIF
• Optical: Toslink (44.1 – 96kHz)
• USB 2.0: Supports 44.1kHz – 384kHz, DSD 64fs & 128Fs as DoP
• RJ45 Ethernet (Optional): 44.1kHz – 384kHz, DSD 64fs & 128Fs as DoP

Balanced Analog Outputs

• Connector: XLR balanced (pin 2 hot)
• D/A Conversion: PCM 24-bit delta sigma, 8x oversampling
• Impedance: 40Ω
• Max Output Level: +22 dBm
• Min Output Level: +8 dBm
• Frequency Response (44.1kHz): 10Hz – 20kHz, +0dB / -0.2dB
• Dynamic Range: >120dB (A-Weighted)
• THD+N @ 1kHz: 0.0006% @ 0dBFS / 0.0004% @ -30dBFS

Unbalanced Analog Outputs

• Connector: RCA
• D/A Conversion: PCM 24-bit delta sigma, 8x oversampling
• Impedance: 40Ω
• Output Level: +8 dBm (2V RMS)
• Frequency Response (44.1kHz): 10Hz – 20kHz, -0.2dB
• Dynamic Range: >120dB (A-Weighted)
• THD+N @ 1kHz: 0.0006% @ 0dBFS / 0.0004% @ -30dBFS

General Specifications

• Finish: Anodized Aluminum
• Dimensions: 17” x 12“ x 4.5”
• Weight: 15 lbs
• Shipping Weight: 18 lbs
• Mains Voltage: 100, 120, 220, 240 VAC, 50 Hz – 60 Hz (Factory Set)
• Trigger In: TRS connector for 5V external trigger on ring
• Power Consumption: 20 Watts

Handcrafted in the USA

Each Bricasti Design MC1 unit is meticulously handcrafted in our Massachusetts facility, a classic brick mill building where cutting-edge digital audio technology meets old-world craftsmanship. Our dedicated team ensures that every product meets the highest standards of performance, reliability, and excellence.

Experience uncompromised D/A conversion with the Bricasti MC1 – The Ultimate Reference Digital-to-Analog Converter.