dCS
Lina Full System
$7,750.00 USDLina Full System
$7,750.00With a dedicated Network DAC, Headphone Amplifier and Master Clock, Lina is the first dCS system purpose built for headphone listening. Designed to drive a vast range of headphones, and deliver spectacular sound, the Lina full system offers the ultimate sonic escape for music and headfi connoisseurs. Each unit works harmoniously to deliver a richly detailed, musical, and compelling sound for discerning audiophiles who demand the very best audio quality. Choose from a DAC, Headphone Amplifier, and Master Cock—available together or as separates—and experience spectacular performance.
To celebrate the continued success of the dCS Lina system line, the Lina Network DAC, Headphone Amplifier, and Master Clock are available in two finishes—silver and black. The painted finish on the silver Lina Network DAC, Master Clock, and Headphone Amplifier is an exact match with the anodized finish seen on the silver Vivaldi, Rossini, and Bartók APEX components. The new silver finish provides listeners with the perfect option for those who wish to pair Lina equipment with other dCS products. Mix and match to your heart's (and ear's) desire!
Dragon Cable Recommendation: We recommend investing in our Silver Dragon Audio Cables to connect your Lina full system. The Silver Dragon Network Cable will provide a stable ethernet connection to the Lina Network DAC for music streaming and data transmission. The solid-core silver conductors in the cable provide high speed, low latency, and low jitter-perfect bit rate communication between audio components. Our Silver Dragon Interconnect Cable can be used to connect the Lina Network DAC to the Lina Headphone Amplifier. Sold in pairs, our interconnect cables offer a remarkable solution where noise isolation is key. For connecting the Lina Master Clock to the Network DAC we recommend our Silver Dragon Coax Digital Cable with BNC connectors. You'll get the best possible digital transmission when timing matters the most. Lastly, our Silver Dragon USB Cable will provide the most stable connection for digital transmission between your source device and Network DAC. Our USB cables have been optimized for audio transmission of large high-resolution audio files, so you can enjoy your music with the utmost fidelity.
Lina Network DAC
$12,750.00
The dCS Lina Network Streaming DAC is designed for audiophiles who demand the best in sound quality, performance, and connectivity. Equipped with dCS Ring DAC technology and a Digital Processing Platform, the dCS Lina Network DAC delivers exceptional sound, regardless of what digital audio source you choose. The Lina Network DAC supports music streaming via RoonReady, Spotify, Deezer, Qobuz, TIDAL, Internet Radio, and Apple AirPlay from hi-res audio formats (MQA, DSD, FLAC). Use the dCS Mosaic app to control settings and upgrade the unit’s firmware. With a wide dynamic range, crisp, clear playback, and an open, expansive soundstage the Lina Network DAC provides a music sound quality.
Lina Master Clock
$7,300.00
The dCS Lina Master Clock delivers precise and stable reference signal for enhanced sound quality. Designed for maximum reliability and longevity, the Lina Master Clock is a silent but powerful component engineered to operate with precision and consistency. When used as a part of a complete Lina system, it enhances all aspects of sound, minimizing jitter and irregularities that can cause distortion. It allows the Lina Network DAC's internal clock system to be locked to a master signal for even greater precision and audio performance.
Lina Headphone Amplifier
$9,100.00
The dCS Lina Headphone Amplifier is a powerful solid-state amp capable of driving even the most demanding headphones and highly sensitive IEMs to their full potential. With a low noise floor, dynamic range, and excellent linearity, it delivers users a hi-fi listening experience that reveals the true sound and character of their music and headphones. The Lina Headphone Amplifier is dCS' first-ever standalone amp, built on their experience developing a custom Class AB headphone amp for the award-winning dCS Bartók Headphone DAC.
Adaptive Design
The dCS Lina full system provides the freedom to listen however you choose, without compromise. Together, the three units can be stacked or arranged horizontally, providing placement flexibility for users. dCS strives to create versatile, premium, and high-performing audio gear that complements all listening setups and spaces. Every element of the Lina full system's design from the touch screen UI to the aluminum chassis and tactile painted coating has been carefully considered and developed with headphone listeners in mind. With a range of inputs and outputs, a powerful streaming platform, and flexible settings, the Lina full system delivers a stunning experience in a sleek, modular design.
High-End performance, small footprint
The Lina full system uses state of the art circuitry, electronics and digital processing to deliver a huge range of features in a compact and elegant format. Its unique flexible circuit board allows dCS us to provide all of the functions you’d expect from a dCS system in a much smaller footprint, without compromising on sound or performance. The Lina full system can be used in wide range of environments, from shared offices to home studios, bedrooms and smaller living spaces.
Effortless Headphone Playback
The Lina full system reveals the full potential of your headphones and IEMs, plus the full breadth of detail, artistry, and emotion in your music. Designed with the headphone listener in mind, the Lina full system combines state-of-the-art hardware and software with technical lineage for a precise, transparent, and incredibly musical sound. The Lina full system reproduces every aspect of your recording so you never miss a tiny detail or nuance. Always faithful to your music, it brings a new level of realism and purity to headphone playback, serving as the ultimate headphone system.
FAQ
Do I have to buy the full Lina system or can I use the individual components separately?While the Lina Network DAC, Lina Master Clock, and Lina Headphone Amplifier are designed to be configured and used together as an entire system, you can purchase the units separately. However, the Lina Master Clock works best when paired with other dCS Lina components.
Is the Lina fully system RoonReady?Yes, the Lina full system is RoonReady, meaning that when connected to the same network as Roon Core, the Lina Network DAC can be fully controlled for streaming.
Is the dCS Lina full system compatible with streaming services like Tidal and Qobuz?Yes, the Lina Network DAC supports network streaming and is compatible with various streaming services, including Tidal and Qobuz, when connected to a network via Ethernet.
What's the difference between dCS Lina and Dave?The dCS Lina Network DAC and the Chord Electronics Dave DAC Preamp Amplifier use two different approaches to digital-to-analog conversion. Both components use an FPGA chip as the engine to control the D/A process. Where they differ is the technology. The Lina Network DAC uses dCS' proprietary Ring DAC technology. On the surface, a Ring DAC looks like a Ladder DAC, but a Ladder DAC generates a smaller and smaller energy, while the current sources on the Ring DAC remain of equal value. The FPGA controls how these sources are turned on and off to generate the correct signal at incredibly low distortion values.
The Dave uses an FPGA as well, but instead of large banks of resistor banks, it uses Flip-Flops and Crystal Oscillators. The circuit path is shorter and uses more filters within the algorithms controlled by the FPGA. It's fair to say the Dave uses more software-based control while the Lina uses more hardware-based control for the digital-to-analog conversion. There is no right or wrong to ether approach. Both offer reference signal conversion with different sound signature flavors.
Specifications
Lina Network DAC
Product Dimensions / Weight | 121.5mm (H) x 220mm (W) x 339mm (D) 7.4kg |
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Shipping Dimensions / Weight | 320mm (H) x 360mm (W) x 530mm (D) / 10.3kg |
Finish | Black machined aluminium with crystal LED display |
Electronics | dCS Ring DAC and Digital Processing Platform on flex ridged PCB |
Stream Unlimited S800 | |
Automatic voltage switching | |
Digital Inputs | 2 x AES/EBU on 3 pin XLR 44.1-384kS/s |
1 x S/PDIF BNC Coax 44.1-192kS/s | |
1 x S/PDIF on RCA 44.1-192kS/s | |
1 x Toslink 44.1-96kS/s | |
1 x USB Type B 44.1-384kS/s, PCM and DSD, DSDx2 in Async Mode | |
1 x USB Type A connector for mass storage devices (navigated using Mosaic) | |
Analogue Inputs | 1 x stereo pair 3 pin balanced XLR |
1 x stereo pair unbalanced RCA | |
Network Interface | RJ-45 connector |
Streaming Compatibility | UPnP |
Supports the following platforms and services: | Qobuz |
Deezer | |
Tidal | |
Internet Radio | |
Spotify | |
Apple AirPlay 2 (support at 44.1 or 48kS/s) | |
RoonReady | |
Sample frequencies and formats | 44.1-384kHz |
Supports the following audio formats and sample rates | DSD 64, 128 |
Native DSD + DoP (input dependent) | |
FLAC, WAV, AIFF, MQA | |
Upsampling | Multi-stage DXD oversampling with switchable DSD |
Word Clock | 2 x Word Clock inputs on 75 Ω BNC connectors |
Will lock to 44.1-192kHz | |
Filters | PCM mode: 2 filters + MQA |
DSD mode: 4 progressive filters | |
Crossfeed Settings | Standard crossfeed |
dCS Enhanced crossfeed (E1) | |
dCS Enhanced crossfeed (E2) | |
Power | IEC inlet & power switch on rear panel |
90-120v & 220-240v, 50/60Hz nominal | |
Automatic voltage switching | |
Power synchronised with other dCS control link products (RJ45) | |
Frequency Response (set to filter 1) | Fs = 44.1 or 48kS/s +/-0.1dB, 10Hz-20kHz |
Fs = 88.2 or 96kS/s +/-0.1dB, 10Hz-20kHz -3dB @ >38kHz | |
Fs = 176.4 or 192kS/s +/-0.1dB, 10Hz-20kHz -3dB @ >67kHz | |
Fs = 352.8 or 384kS/s +/-0.1dB, 10Hz-20kHz -3dB @ >100kHz | |
DSD64 +/-0.1dB, 10Hz-20kHz -3dB @ >90kHz | |
DSD128 +/-0.1dB, 10Hz-20kHz -3dB @ >100kHz | |
Residual Noise (6v output setting) | 16-bit data: Better than –96dB0, 20Hz-20kHz unweighted |
24-bit data: Better than –113dB0, 20Hz-20kHz unweighted | |
Spurious Responses | Better than –105dB0, 20Hz-20kHz |
L-R Crosstalk | Better than –115dB0, 20Hz-20kHz |
Certification | CE / EMC |
CCC | |
KC | |
FCC | |
Apple, Spotify, TuneIn, MQA & Roon certified | |
Included with your Lina Streaming DAC | 1 x mains cable |
2 x XLR [0.5m] | |
1 x Ethernet cable [2m] | |
1 x Power Link cable [0.5m] |
Headphone Amplifier
Power Link (synchronising on/off state with other products) | 2 x RJ45 |
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Electronics | Pure analogue design |
Automatic voltage switching | |
Analogue Inputs | 1 x stereo pair unbalanced RCA, input impedance 48kΩ |
1 x stereo pair unbuffered balanced XLR, input impedance 16kΩ | |
1 x stereo pair buffered balanced XLR, input impedance 96kΩ | |
Power | 90-120v & 230-240v, 50/60Hz nominal |
Frequency Response | 1Hz-100kHz better than +0/-3dB |
THD+N | <0.005% @ 1kHz 6V rms balanced output into 30Ω (80kHz bandwidth) |
Channel Separation | Balanced input to balanced output into 30Ω. Better than 100dB @ 1kHz. Better than 80dB, 20Hz–20kHz. |
Signal to Noise Ratio | 110dB 20Hz-20kHz A-weighted(referenced to 6V rms balanced input and output) |
Headphone Outputs | 1 x dual 3-pin balanced XLR, right and left channel |
1 x single 4-pin balanced XLR | |
1 x single .” (6.35mm) headphone jack | |
Power Output | Balanced 2W into 30Ω |
Balanced 0.48W into 300Ω | |
Unbalanced 1.6W into 30Ω | |
Unbalanced 0.2W into 300Ω | |
Certification | CE / EMC |
CCC | |
KC | |
FCC | |
Included with your Lina Headphone Amplifier | Headphone Amplifier |
Headphone Amplifier |
Master Clock
Clock Type | Grade 1 Master Clock, with oven-controlled crystal oscillators |
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Product Dimensions / Weight | 121.5mm (H) x 220mm (W) x 339mm (D) / 7kg |
Shipping Dimensions / Weight | TBC |
Finish | Black machined aluminium |
Clock Accuracy | Better than +/-1 ppm when shipped over an ambien ttemperature range of +5°C to +45°C |
Startup Time | Typically 10 minutes to rated accuracy |
Word Clock Outputs | 2 x independently buffered TTL-compatible output on 75Ω BNC connectors |
Output 1: fixed at 44.1kHz | |
Output 2: fixed at 48kHz | |
Power Link (synchronising on/off state with other products) | 2 x RJ45 |
Power | 90-120v & 220-240v, 50/60Hz nominal |
Consumption 10W | |
Certifications | CE / EMC |
CCC | |
KC | |
FCC | |
Included with your Lina Master Clock | 1 x Mains cable [2m] |
1 x Power Link cable [0.5m] | |
2 x BNC [0.5m] |