Description
Condition: Excellent. Store floor model. Includes original packaging and owner’s manual. Available for in-store purchase only — local pickup, no shipping.
About the MOON 280D Streaming DAC
MOON by Simaudio is a Montreal-based manufacturer with over 40 years of experience crafting some of the world’s finest audio electronics. The MOON 280D is a sophisticated network streaming DAC that brings together high-resolution digital-to-analog conversion and full-featured network streaming in a beautifully engineered chassis. It represents Simaudio’s commitment to musical accuracy and long-term product support — the 280D is upgradeable with the optional MiND2 streaming module, and Simaudio’s legendary build quality ensures a product that will perform at the highest level for decades.
The 280D uses a dual-differential DAC topology with MOON’s proprietary analog stage, delivering an extraordinarily low noise floor and exceptional dynamic range. It is widely praised for its neutral, highly resolved, and emotionally engaging sound — a hallmark of the MOON house sound.
Key Specifications
- DAC Architecture: Dual-differential with MOON proprietary analog output stage
- Digital Inputs: USB Type B (asynchronous), 2 x Coaxial S/PDIF (RCA), 1 x Optical (TosLink), 1 x AES/EBU (XLR)
- USB Support: PCM up to 32-bit / 384kHz; DSD64 and DSD128 native
- S/PDIF Support: Up to 24-bit / 192kHz
- Network Streaming: Via optional MiND2 module (MiND Control App, UPnP/DLNA, internet radio, Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify Connect)
- Analog Outputs: 1 x Balanced XLR pair, 1 x Single-Ended RCA pair
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >120 dB (A-weighted)
- THD+N: <0.0009%
- Dynamic Range: >120 dB
- Output Impedance: 100 ohms (balanced), 50 ohms (single-ended)
- Dimensions: 17″ W x 3.6″ H x 13.4″ D
- Weight: approx. 15.4 lbs
- Made in Canada
