MUTEC launches Empyreal Class series with REF 10, an audiophile 10 MHz reference clock generator 

(July 2017- Berlin) MUTEC GmbH, manufacturer of professional and audiophile consumer audio equipment, proudly announces the REF 10 – the audiophile reference master clock.

The MUTEC REF 10 is an audiophile reference master clock generating 10 MHz signals to signi cantly improve digital playback systems. Engineered around a handcrafted, ultra-low phase noise (i.e. jitter) oven-controlled oscillator (OCXO) made in Germany, it delivers industry-leading performance and exceptional sound quality. As the conductor of a digital audio orchestra at home, the REF 10 will inspire with unheard-of clarity, grace- ful dynamics, and pure music. It is the most exible, most compatible 10 MHz clock on the market allowing customers to spend less time worrying about integration and leaving them with more hours to enjoy blissful playback.

As the centerpiece of a digital system the REF 10 will unlock a more dynamic, more transparent sound stage with exceptional spatiality and level of detail, free from any digital blur. For all music enthusiasts reaching for the pinnacle of signal purity, audio quality, and clock precision, the REF 10 is the must-have expansion to conduct the digital playback chain.

The REF 10 was premiered at the Munich High End show this past May and will be available for a list price of 3598.00 € including German VAT at the end of July 2017.

Key Features

• Improves and enhances compatible DACs, audio re-clockers, music servers, and master clocks
• Engineered around a handcrafted, ultra-low phase noise OCXO made in Germany
• Eight galvanically isolated, individually switchable BNC clock outputs with 50 and 75 Ω impedance for maximum compatibility with clocks and DACs by other manufacturers
• Revolutionary, sub-Hz optimized, lowest noise power supply for every circuit section
• Highly efficient power line filtering
• Integrated, highest-quality international linear power supply
• 3-year extended manufacturer-guaranteed warranty

Applications

MUTEC premiered the REF 10 in its latest form at the High End show in Munich this May and the response couldn’t have been more positive. Despite the background noise of the show floor the positive effects of the REF 10 in a very basic headphone playback system were astoninishingly audible.

But don’t just take the word from us! The first feedback from early reviewers and beta-testers is very promising as well:

“I didn’t believe it was possible, but everything sounds better yet with the REF 10. The sound is not as hard and digital, but significantly smoother and (yes, indeed) more audiophile.” – Harald Wittig