Description

THE D/A CONVERTER c|AQWO

c|AQWO is the new top high-end digital to analog converter of Métronome with the famous switch from solid-state to tube function!

c|AQWO is great amongst the greats, delivering a sound reproduction with an exceptional sound stage, achieving the performance of having at the same time the details that audiophiles are waiting for but staying warm and musical like analog. The emotion is here!

This is the perfect device for both audiophiles loyal to their CDs, or those who enjoy the high-resolution music, like the DSD.

Presented in two boxes with the Elektra external power supply, you may get it in the Silver or Black aluminium finishes.

The high-end converter c|AQWO uses 2 internal conversion processors (AK4497, 32 Bit/768 KHz) -1 per channel. c|AQWO decodes DSD in native form up to 512 and provides excellent precision combined with aerial sound reproduction loyal to the Métronome sound.

Métronome is a French high-end audio manufacturer celebrating 30 years of innovation in sound reproduction to offer audio enthusiasts a universe where the sound is king, where it is real. Designed and hand-made in France, the products will satisfy most discerning music lovers with incredible technical performances and quality of sound, approved by international reviewers.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

c|AQWO: D/A processor with switchable tube output and outboard power supply

D/A Conversion:

1 AK4497 conversion processor per channel

Digital inputs :

USB, HDMI IIS, AES/EBU, S/P DIF, Optical

Touchscreen:

21/9 – 6

Analog outputs:

Balanced + unbalanced 1.4 / 2.5 / 3V RMS Elektra

Power supply:

4 transformers feeding 11 regulation lines

Other:

Dimensions 430 x 120 x 420 mm, 12 kg

ELEKTRA : 430 x 80 x 420 mm, 14 kg

Designed & manufactured in France

REVIEWS

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DOWNLOADS

Métronome c|AQWO DAC Manual

Métronome Catalog 2020

France 3 Métronome Video