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LAiV Harmony DAC 2

Second-generation discrete R2R DAC with simultaneous XLR/RCA output and external clock input.

Evidence checked: 2026-10-11. Manufacturer/distributor documentation; no independent SoundPath Lab test.

What the documentation establishes

  • USB, optical, coaxial and I2S digital inputs; direct 10MHz BNC clock input.
  • Manufacturer XLR 4.15Vrms and RCA 2.08Vrms output; both outputs can be used concurrently.
  • PCM NOS/OS/SRC options; DSD is converted to multibit for the R2R ladder.

Best for

An existing digital transport needing a standalone DAC for two downstream analogue chains.

Avoid if

You need an integrated network streamer, headphone amplifier or verified variable preamp output.

Limits and unresolved details

A future original Harmony DAC upgrade kit is a manufacturer plan; its price, availability and sonic benefit are unverified.

Support and purchase checks

Confirm the complete regional model, required cables and external components, current manual/firmware, local warranty and actual dispatch with the official channel. App and streaming-service support depends on current versions; paid services may require subscriptions. A planned release or an order button does not prove local stock.

Keep an existing system that already meets these connection and use requirements. No measured sound-quality upgrade, reliability score or automatic purchase recommendation is assigned.

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