Pathos Converto MK2 silver

The Converto Mk2 is a high-quality, high-performance DAC amplifier built with select components. It satisfies all music lovers who want to get the most out of their digital source.

The HiDac Mk2 is synonymous with music without borders that is easy to manage: this was the goal Lab Pathos set before embarking on this new adventure. The answer was clear with the birth of the HiDac Mk2, offering great 32-bit, 384 KHz performance thanks to the new ESS9018K2M converter, and allowing you to enjoy digital music better, more easily and more completely.

The Converto Mk2 features a fully balanced circuit and offers appropriate input options such as coaxial S/PDIF, optical S/PDIF, USB Type B, and analog RCA line. Inside is an integrated amplifier designed for headphone enthusiasts. Its minimalist construction is also synonymous with elegance.

Technical Specifications

Converter and Preamplifier

• ESS9018K2M Converter
• Sampling rate:
  • S/PDIF: 32-bit up to 384 kHz
  • USB PC: PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) 32-bit up to 384 kHz, DSD (Direct Stream Digital) 64, DSD128
• Fully balanced analog stage, Class A, no feedback

Audio Performance

• Dynamic range: 120 dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio: -110 dB
• Total harmonic distortion: < 0.01%
• Output impedance: < 30 Ω
• Output level:
  • Fixed maximum: 3.2 V RMS (root mean square)
  • Variable: 0 - 6.3 V RMS (root mean square)

Headphone Amplifier Section

• Output power: 1 W at 16 Ω
• Output impedance: < 0.2 Ω
• Output level: 7 V RMS (root mean square)
• Frequency response: 10 Hz - 100 kHz
• Total harmonic distortion: < 0.02%

Connectivity

• Digital inputs:
  • 1 USB type B (computer)
  • 2 USB type A
  • 1 Ethernet
  • Coaxial and optical digital audio
• Analog inputs:
  • 1 stereo RCA line (headphone only)
• Outputs:
  • 1 balanced XLR
  • 1 unbalanced RCA
  • 1 headphone jack 6.35 mm

Physical Characteristics

• Power supply: 90-250 V, 50/60 Hz
• Power consumption: 10 W
• Dimensions: 200 × 226 × 70 mm
• Net weight: 2.5 kg