The DA200 card from Atoll Electronique transforms Atoll amplifiers and preamplifiers into true high-fidelity digital control centers. This optional extension provides comprehensive digital connectivity while preserving Atoll’s sonic philosophy, thanks to a reference converter from AKM and perfectly mastered system integration.
Technical Excellence of the AKM AK4490 Converter
At the heart of the DA200 lies the AKM AK4490 audio converter, a benchmark component in the world of digital high fidelity. This chip delivers exceptional dynamics and a signal-to-noise ratio of 120 dB, ensuring remarkably precise sound reproduction. The choice of this converter reflects Atoll’s rigorous technical approach, prioritizing audiophile performance over cost-saving solutions.
This technical excellence results in particularly faithful digital-to-analog conversion, preserving even the subtlest nuances of recordings. The sound signature remains consistent with Atoll’s identity, characterized by elegant neutrality and outstanding definition across all frequency ranges.
Complete and Modern Digital Connectivity
The DA200 features a full array of digital inputs to meet the needs of today’s connected audiophile. Two coaxial and two optical inputs accept signals up to 24-bit/192 kHz, covering the majority of traditional digital sources. This redundancy is especially valuable in complex setups requiring the simultaneous connection of multiple sources.
The asynchronous USB-B input is the highlight of this connectivity, handling the most demanding formats on the digital market. The integrated XMOS controller benefits from programming specifically developed for Atoll electronics, optimizing jitter management and ensuring exemplary playback precision. This custom approach sets the DA200 apart from generic market solutions.
High-Resolution Support and Advanced Formats
The DA200 card excels at handling high-resolution formats, supporting PCM up to 32-bit/384 kHz via the asynchronous USB input. This capability allows you to fully enjoy the most demanding recordings available on high-definition streaming platforms like Qobuz or Tidal.
Support for DSD up to DSD256 places the DA200 among the most advanced solutions on the market. These native SACD recording formats offer a different approach to digitization, particularly appreciated by music lovers seeking an alternative to traditional PCM. Native handling of these formats avoids potentially degrading intermediate conversions.
System Integration and Compatibility
One of the DA200’s major strengths is its seamless integration with the Atoll Signature and Evolution ecosystem. Compatible with IN50, IN80, IN100, IN200 Signature and Evolution models, as well as PR200, PR300, and PR400 Signature and Evolution preamplifiers, this card is easily installed in the dedicated slot on the back of the unit.
This modular approach allows Atoll electronics owners to upgrade their system without a complete equipment change. Installation requires no structural modification—the card simply slides into its designated slot. This design reflects Atoll’s long-term vision for the upgradability of its products.
Wireless Features and Streaming
The integrated Bluetooth receiver in the DA200 provides access to popular music streaming services like Spotify, Deezer, Tidal, or Qobuz directly from a smartphone or tablet. This feature transforms a traditional hi-fi setup into a connected system, without compromising sound quality thanks to the direct connection of the Bluetooth receiver to the AKM converter.
This wireless streaming integration meets contemporary listening habits while maintaining Atoll’s quality standards. The ease of use allows you to instantly switch between traditional sources and digital content, greatly expanding your listening possibilities.
Installation and Configuration
Installing the DA200 is remarkably simple for a solution of such technical sophistication. The card slides directly into its dedicated slot, requiring no special tools or technical skills. This plug-and-play approach makes adoption easy for users.
A specific note concerns the use of the USB input with Windows computers, which requires the installation of a dedicated driver downloadable from the Atoll website. This requirement, absent on macOS, is due to the advanced optimization of the XMOS controller and its dedicated programming. This one-time adjustment then allows you to fully benefit from the USB interface’s high-resolution capabilities.
Build Quality and Components
The DA200 benefits from the same attention to build quality as the entire Atoll range. The choice of reference components such as the AKM AK4490 converter and XMOS USB controller reflects an uncompromising approach to performance. This rigorous selection ensures long-term reliability and consistent performance.
Mechanical integration into Atoll electronics meets the brand’s finishing standards, with an invisible insertion that preserves the clean aesthetics of amplifiers and preamplifiers. This discretion contrasts with the wealth of added features, illustrating Atoll’s technical mastery in designing integrated solutions.
User reviews
Frank
Works almost perfectly in the Atoll In 200 Evolution. The only drawback is occasional Bluetooth dropouts with a MacBook Pro M1 at a distance of about 2 meters. I have now connected the MacBook to it with a Supra cable via USB-A, which works perfectly.
Comment from July 12, 2025 — Experience from January 13, 2025
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Arbeitet fast perfekt im Atoll In 200 Evolution. Einziges Manko sind gelegentliche Abbrüche bei Bluetooth mit einem MacBook Pro M1 in ca. 2 Meter Entfernung. Habe das MacBook nun mit einem Supra-Kabel über USB-A verbunden, was perfekt funktioniert.
Martial
Very good digital card. Easily and quickly installed in my In200 Signature. I connected my ST200 Signature with a coaxial cable to the digital card to test the AKM DAC of the freshly installed card and wow, it's simply magnificent. The DA200 card brings more detail, better clarity, and an impressive stereo soundstage, which the ST200's Burr Brown DAC does but not as well. For the AKM DAC alone, this digital card is really worth the investment.
Comment from March 13, 2024 — Experience from March 02, 2024
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Très bonne carte numérique. Installée facilement et rapidement dans mon in200 signature. J’ai relié mon ST200 Signature en coaxial sur la carte numérique pour tester le Dac AKM de la carte fraîchement installée et waouh, c’est tout simplement magnifique. La carte DA200 apporte plus de détails, une meilleur clarté et un espace stéréophonique impressionnant ce que le Dac Burr Brown du ST200 fait mais en moins bon. Rien que pour le Dac AKM, cette carte numérique vaut vraiment le coup de l’investissement.
Maxime
The card is convenient, in a PR200.
Used with a PC via USB for TV and movies.
The music over Bluetooth is very good too, didn't notice any difference compared to USB when playing FLAC.
Comment from March 13, 2024 — Experience from November 18, 2021
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La carte est pratique, dans un PR200.
Utilisée en USB avec PC pour la TV et films.
La musique en Bluetooth est très bonne aussi, pas senti de différence rapport a l'usb sur du FLAC.
