Mutec MC-3+ Smart Clock USB silver

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Mutec MC-3+ Smart Clock USB silver

Mutec

MC-3+ Smart Clock USB silver

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 376012
Brand: Mutec
Model: MC-3+ Smart Clock USB silver
Price: $1,318.90

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The Mutec MC-3+ is a serious piece of kit for the discerning audiophile or studio professional. Its re-clocking and digital switching capabilities offer a significant upgrade in audio quality and flexibility, especially when paired with high-resolution digital sources. This is for the user who demands the absolute cleanest signal and is comfortable diving into the technical details.

Product Description

  • Mutec MC-3+ Smart Clock USB silver
  • Audiophile's USB Interface
  • Audio Re-Clocker & Lowest Jitter Master Clock
  • MUTEC 1G Clock technology and REVIVE re-clocking of the latest generation
  • Audiophile
  • asynchronous 2-channel USB interface with ultra low noise audio clock oscillators and galvanic insulation to prevent HF interference
  • Effective network filtering and low noise
  • Multi-stage power supply
  • Regenerates and audibly improves the audio quality of USB audio and DSD/DoP streams as well as connected devices
  • Offers unique
  • externally referenced re-clocking
  • Synchronises with rubidium/cesium atomic clocks or GPS receivers
  • Works as a flexible digital switch matrix
  • Audio Format Converter and Master Clock
  • Converts between USB-PCM audio
  • USB DSD/DoP audio
  • AES3 and S/P-DIF as well as AES11 and Word Clock
  • Ultra-low jitter word clock generation with clock rates up to 1
  • 536.0 kHz
  • Synchronises with rubidium (10 MHz)
  • cesium (5 MHz) and GPS clock references
  • Outputs clock signals fail-safe in any state of operation
  • Update capability via USB interface
  • Compatible with Apple Macintosh and Windows PC
  • Built-in international power supply unit
  • Space saving 9.5" housing
  • Suitable for rack mounting
  • Dimensions: 196 x 42 x 156 mm
  • Weight: 1350 g
  • Colour: Silver
PROS
  • • Immaculate build quality with solid aluminum chassis & robust internal components
  • • Mutec’s 1G Clock technology demonstrably reduces jitter for cleaner audio
  • • REVIVE re-clocking noticeably improves detail and transient response
  • • Flexible digital switching matrix adds significant utility beyond basic clocking
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, a significant investment for most home studios
  • • Complex feature set requires technical understanding to fully utilize
  • • Relatively large footprint compared to simpler clock solutions

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Key Features

Type Smart Clock USB Interface
Clock Outputs AES3, S/P-DIF, AES11, Word Clock
Sample Rates Up to 384kHz / DSD256
Connections USB-A (Input), USB-B (Output), AES3, S/P-DIF, Word Clock In/Out, External Reference In/Out
Weight Approximately 5.5 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The MC-3+ accepts a clean external clock signal via BNC, allowing synchronization with high-precision atomic clocks or GPS, effectively locking your entire system to a common time base.
Yes, the galvanic isolation effectively breaks ground loops, often eliminating annoying hum and noise, especially in complex studio setups with multiple devices.
REVIVE goes beyond simple re-clocking; it actively regenerates the audio signal, restoring lost timing information and improving overall clarity and dynamics.

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