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Moon 891 Streamer/DAC/Pre-amp
Time for Evolution. A re-think was needed in hi-end audio to accomodate the acceptance of hi-rez streaming as the dominant form of listening. The architecture of a streaming system is a streamer, a DAC, a pre-amp, and a poweramp - which used to be seperate components, and which required rack space and lots of expensive cables.
Changing the way we do hi-end systems
The new MOON 891 brings together a streamer, a DAC and a pre-amp with the highest resolution components in one box. It becomes the keystone of the North Collection, bringing together levels of performance, features, and construction never experienced before.
More quality for the money
By bringing the circuit components together, shorter signal paths could be realized, without the loss that cables and connectors bring. Also, seperate components have a redunancy of funtions which you pay for. Why not give you better parts and technology for the same money. This is exactly what the Moon 861 brings - from the femto-second precision of the MDE3 digital engine and the astoundingly silent M-Ray2 volume control to the impeccable isolation of the MDB gell suspension, there is nothing else like it.
A match made in Heaven
Pair the new Moon 861 poweramp to round out your new system.
Reviews
MOON 891 Streaming Preamplifier – A Triumph!
SoundStage! Network reviewer Aron Garrecht describes the MOON 891 as a "triumph," praising its transparency, precision, and warmth. He highlighted its unique ability to reveal deeper layers in recordings, delivering a relaxing listening experience. The MOON 891 continues to redefine high-end audio craftsmanship—perfect for audiophiles who appreciate exquisite sound quality. read the review
Stereophile rates the Moon 891
"Just as last month, I wrote that I have never reviewed an amplifier in the Moon 861's price range with sound as satisfying, I must now say the same about the Moon 891 network player/preamplifier. Complete with an up-to-date DAC that decodes high-resolution PCM, MQA, and DSD, it's a fine-sounding, easy-to-operate one-stop front-end that requires minimal cabling and setup acumen for it to shine." read the review
Specifications
Performance
- Frequency Response 2 Hz – 200 kHz (+0 dB / –3 dB)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Analog Preamplifier) 125 dB
- Dynamic Range (Digital Input, Fixed Output) 125 dB
- Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise 0.0003%
- Intermodulation Distortion 0.00006%
- Crosstalk –125 dB
Connectivity
- 6 Digital Inputs
- 1 HDMI with ARC
- 3 Analog Inputs
- MM/MC Phono Stage
- Analog Input Impedance 22 kΩ
- Maximum Gain (Line Level)13.5 dB
- Phono Input Gain 40 dB / 54 dB / 60 dB / 66 dB
- Phono Input Capacitance 0 / 100 pF / 470 pF
- Phono Input Resistance 10 Ω / 100 Ω / 1 kΩ / 47 kΩ
- Output Impedance 50 Ω
Streaming and Digital
- MiND2 Streaming Module
- MDE-3 DAC Technology
Physical
- M-Ray2 volume Control
- MDB MOON Damping Base
- 5.0” Graphic Colour Display
- BRM-1 Intelligent Remote Control
