Q5
Experience unrivaled audio quality with the Michi Q5 Transport DAC. This high-performance CD player features a premium CNC aluminum design CD Mechanism, an advanced ESS ES9028PRO DAC for precise sound, and versatile connectivity including 32-bit/384k Hz PC-USB and 24-bit/192k Hz coaxial and optical source inputs. Enjoy impeccable audio and the ultimate performance with the Michi Q5.
Elevate your audio experience with the Michi Q5 Transport DAC, a high-performance CD player blending cutting-edge technology with superior craftsmanship.
Featuring a top-loading CD mechanism crafted from CNC aluminum, it ensures durability and sleek design.
The Q5 is powered by the premium ESS ES9028PRO 8-Channel DAC dedicating 4-channels each to the Left and Right audio for precise digital-to-analog conversion, delivering exceptional sound quality with minimal distortion.
Its fully balanced circuitry and dual toroidal transformers reduce noise and interference for pristine CD audio playback. The Q5 further supports 32-bit/384k Hz PC-USB (rendering MQA and DSD 4x) and 24-bit/192k Hz optical and coaxial offering versatility for your audio system digital sources.
The front panel includes a full-color TFT display with CD album artwork enhancing your listening experience with visual appeal.
The Michi remote control, RS232, and Ethernet ports ensure seamless operation and integration with all popular automation systems.
Designed for discerning audiophiles, the Michi Q5 promises unmatched performance and aesthetic elegance for your audio system.
Key Features
- High Precision CD Mechanism
- Certified Roon Tested
- Supports MQA and MQA Studio
- Fully balanced differential XLR outputs
- ESS SABRE ES9028PRO 8-Channel DAC (32-bit /768 kHz)
Engineered with Care
| General | |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | CD/Coaxial/Optical/PC-USB Input: <0.0006% |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 20k Hz: +0/-0.1 dB, 10 Hz - 70k Hz: +0/-3 dB |
| S/N Ratio (IHF "A" Weighted) | >115 dB |
| Dynamic Range | >99 dB |
| Digital to Analogue Converters | ESS ES9028PRO DAC |
| Channel Balance | ±0.5 dB |
| Channel Separation | >104 dB @ 10 kHz |
| Intermodulation Distortion | 0.002% |
| Analogue Output Level | Unbalanced (RCA): 2.3 V, Balanced (XLR): 4.9 V |
| Analogue Output Impedance | Unbalanced (RCA): 100 Ω, Balanced (XLR): 4 kΩ |
| Input Sensitivity | 0 dBfs / 75 Ω |
| Coax/Optical Digital Input Signals | LPCM (Up to 24-bit/192 kHz) |
| PC-USB | USB Audio Class 2.0 (Up to 32-Bit/384 kHz) (Driver Installation Required), Support Native DSD (Up to 4x, 11.2 MHz) and DoP (Up to 2x, 5.6 MHz), Support MQA and MQA Studio (up to 24-Bit / 384 kHz), Roon Tested |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 485 x 150x 452 mm (19" x 6" x 17.75") |
| Front Panel Height | 132 mm (5.25") |
| Power Requirements | 230 V, 50 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 25 W |
| Standby Power Consumption | <0.5 W |
| Net Weight | 23.5 kg (51.8 lb) |
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