MATRIX AUDIO MS-1

The new M series represents a milestone for Matrix Audio as it moves towards traditional Hi-Fi systems. This series includes the music streamer MS-1, the preamplifier MP-1, and the power amplifier MA-1, forming a complete flagship system that reflects our vision of Hi-Fi audio.

This software system, designed for Hi-Fi audio playback, is based on Linux and optimized exclusively for Matrix Audio products. The new version further improves playback performance and introduces numerous features for a more advanced interactive experience.

The MA Remote app serves as the central tool to control the music streamers. It allows navigation through local music, streaming high-resolution music from platforms like SONY Select, TIDAL, Qobuz, and HIGHRESAUDIO, as well as tuning into online radio stations. Even when streaming from Roon or other apps, the app displays track information and configures every hardware detail.

The internal asynchronous upsampling engine and DSD conversion process all digital audio data, isolating jitter and enhancing details. The DSD conversion increases sound density, offering an optimal audio experience.

The MS-1 can function as an advanced audio transport, transmitting high-resolution signals via the IIS-LVDS port, including those from analog and phono inputs.

Equipped with two line inputs and one phono input, the MS-1 integrates analog devices into the digital system. The phono preamp supports MM and MC modes, converting analog signals to digital with precision. It also functions as a high-end DAC, thanks to USB, optical, coaxial, and IIS-LVDS ports, connecting devices such as computers, CD transports, and gaming consoles.

Technical Specifications:

XLR Balanced

• Input impedance: 40kΩ
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 118 dB A-weighted
• THD+N: < 0.00026% at 1k
• THD+N: < 0.00030% at 20Hz-20kHz
• Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (± 0.3 / -3 dB at 46 kHz)
• Crosstalk: -135 dB
• Maximum input level: 4.9 Vrms

RCA

• Input impedance: 20kΩ
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 110 dB A-weighted
• THD+N: < 0.00060% at 1k
• THD+N: < 0.00100% at 20Hz-20kHz
• Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (± 0.3 / -3 dB at 46 kHz)
• Crosstalk: -125 dB
• Maximum input level: 2.35 Vrms

Phono

• Cartridge compatibility: MM and MC
• MM input impedance: 47kΩ/100pF
• MM gain: +45 dB
• MC input impedance: 100Ω
• MC gain: +65 dB

XLR Balanced (Output)

• Output impedance: 20kΩ
• Fixed output level: 5Vrms
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 131 dB A-weighted
• THD+N: < 0.000068% at 1k
• THD+N: < 0.000075% at 20Hz-20kHz
• Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (± 0.05 / -3 dB at 85 kHz)
• Crosstalk: > -150 dB

Dimensions

• Dimensions: 430 x 353 x 106 mm
• Weight: 14.6 kg