Mutec MC1.2+ black

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Mutec MC1.2+ black

Mutec

MC1.2+ black

5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 609959
Brand: Mutec
Model: MC1.2+ black
Price: $823.90

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The Mutec MC1.2+ black is a fantastic little box for anyone wrestling with digital audio compatibility issues – particularly home studios, content creators, and musicians needing to interface legacy gear with modern systems. It's a clean, reliable way to ensure your digital signal stays pristine, and the portable design is a real bonus for those on the move.

Product Description

  • Mutec MC1.2+ black
  • Format Converter with USB Interface
  • Bi-directional signal conversions up to 192 kHz between all digital PCM audio interfaces: USB
  • AES/EBU
  • AES/EBUid
  • S/P-DIF (BNC
  • RCA via adapter
  • Toslink)
  • Low-noise audio clock oscillators guarantee audiophile sound quality
  • USB bus-powered operation for mobile use
  • Integrated power supply unit
  • DC input as tuning option via external power supply unit
  • Status display of the selected power supply
  • Separate lock indicators for USB and the other digital audio inputs
  • Input clock rate display
  • separate for USB and the other digital audio inputs
  • USB Audio Class 2.0 driver for Windows supports ASIO
  • DirectSound
  • WASAPI
  • Kernel Streaming
  • PCM 16 bit / 24 bit at all clock rates between 44.1 kHz and 192 kHz
  • Converts to all output formats simultaneously while the original signal remains available
  • Converts AES3 and S/P-DIF signals to Dolby devices with AES3id interfaces
  • Compatible with MacOS
  • Windows
  • Linux
  • Dimensions: 196 x 42 x 156 mm
  • Weight: 1.15 kg
  • Colour: Black
PROS
  • • Rock-solid clocking improves audio clarity and reduces jitter.
  • • Universal connectivity handles virtually any digital audio interface.
  • • USB Audio Class 2.0 ensures reliable, low-latency performance.
  • • Compact, bus-powered design offers exceptional portability.
CONS
  • • Limited to PCM audio – no support for DSD or other formats.
  • • External power supply option adds complexity and potential noise.
  • • While versatile, some pro setups may require more advanced routing.

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Key Features

Channels 2
Max Sample Rate 192 kHz
Bit Depth 24 bit
Connection USB, AES/EBU, S/P-DIF, Toslink
Clock Low-noise audio oscillators
Weight Approximately 1.5 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the improved clocking often results in a cleaner, more detailed sound, especially when dealing with less robust interfaces or long cable runs.
Even with high-end interfaces, the MC1.2+ black can act as a 'clean slate' for clocking, providing a stable reference point and potentially resolving subtle timing issues.
Yes, you can, which can potentially reduce any residual noise from USB power, but it's generally not a critical upgrade for most users.

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