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WATTSON AUDIO

Madison LE

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Fully balanced analog stage, dual DACs, native PCM & DSD, ultra-low jitter clocks, S/PDIF inputs, aluminum chassis, premium power architecture

$5,995.00 CAD
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Description

The Wattson Audio Madison LE Streamer is a culmination of Swiss engineering and audiophile precision, designed to serve as the centerpiece of a refined digital audio system. With its Lounge Edition enhancements, it goes beyond the standard Madison Streamer, pushing sonic boundaries through meticulously re-engineered circuitry and a premium analog output stage. Whether streaming high-resolution audio or integrating legacy digital sources via S/PDIF, the Madison LE delivers remarkable clarity, depth, and musical expression. Its fully balanced differential design with dual op-amps per channel, upgraded coupling capacitors, and fortified power supply architecture all contribute to a heightened sense of realism and emotional impact in playback.

True to Wattson Audio's legacy, the Madison LE is housed in precision-machined aluminum casework that not only looks and feels substantial, but also improves shielding and resonance control. Internally, the heart of its performance lies in a proprietary streaming engine powered by the TI Sitara processor, offering seamless connectivity to modern streaming services with exceptional stability. Supporting native PCM and DSD formats, dual WM8742 DACs handle each audio channel independently for superb channel separation and spatial resolution. From its ultra-low-phase-noise clocking system to its advanced DSP-based upsampling, every detail of the Madison LE is engineered for uncompromised digital playback—making it an ideal choice for music lovers who demand effortless performance wrapped in understated elegance.

Features

Direct-to-Amp Playback
Drives power amplifiers directly or integrates easily with preamps and integrated amps.

Versatile Source Support
Streams music and accepts digital input from legacy sources via S/PDIF.

Enhanced Power Architecture
Improved power supply reduces noise and delivers greater dynamic detail and tonal clarity.

Fully Balanced Analog Design
Dual op-amps per channel offer improved drive strength and DAC performance.

Upgraded Components for Clarity
High-quality capacitors and refined circuitry increase transparency and realism.

Swiss-Built Precision
Solid aluminum casework ensures durability, shielding, and mechanical stability.

Proprietary Streaming Engine
Seamlessly streams high-resolution audio with a responsive and intuitive interface.

Wide Format Compatibility
Supports native PCM and DSD playback for uncompromised sound quality.

Refined Clocking System
Dual oscillators minimize noise and jitter for precise digital-to-analog conversion.

Advanced DSP Processing
Custom algorithms enhance time-domain accuracy and musical detail.

Dual DAC Architecture
Separate DACs for each channel improve imaging and channel separation.

Specifications

General Specifications
Device Type: Network Audio Streamer and DAC
Streaming Standards: UPnP/DLNA, AirPlay, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect, Roon Ready, Audirvāna Compatible
Streaming Services via App: TIDAL, Qobuz, airable radios, DLNA servers
Supported Audio Formats: WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, MP3, AAC, Ogg Vorbis, WMA
Construction: Metal chassis
Form Factor: Desktop
Dimensions: 174 x 185 x 52 mm (6.9 x 7.3 x 2.1 in)
Weight: 1075 g (2.37 lbs)
Power Supply: 5V DC, external, medical grade
Power Consumption: 50 mW (idle), 3.5 W (playing)

Digital Audio Specifications
Network Streaming Resolution: PCM up to 32-bit / 384 kHz, DSD up to 256x (11.2896 MHz)
S/PDIF Input Resolution: PCM up to 24-bit / 192 kHz
Digital Inputs: 1x S/PDIF RCA, 1x S/PDIF TOSLink

Analog Audio Specifications
Analog Outputs: 1x RCA unbalanced, 1x XLR balanced
RCA Output Level (0 dB FS): 2.0 V RMS
XLR Output Level (0 dB FS): 4.0 V RMS
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR-A): > 120 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (THD+N, 0 dB FS): < 0.001%

Headphone Output
Connector: 6.35 mm Jack
Output Power at 32 Ω: 2x 150 mW
Output Power at 150 Ω: 2x 50 mW
Output Power at 600 Ω: 2x 10 mW

Networking
Network Input: 100 Mbit/s Ethernet

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