{"product_id":"ps-audio-pmg-signature-512-dac","title":"PS Audio PMG Signature 512 DAC","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.product__description:has(\u003e .hos-ps-research){width:100%;max-width:100%;min-width:0;flex:0 0 100%}\n.hos-ps-research{width:100%;min-width:0;container-type:inline-size;--hos-ink:#193443;--hos-gold:#a87731;color:#243b48;font-size:16px;line-height:1.75;overflow-wrap:anywhere}\n.hos-ps-research *{box-sizing:border-box}.hos-ps-research h2,.hos-ps-research h3{color:var(--hos-ink);line-height:1.2;letter-spacing:-.02em}.hos-ps-research h2{font-size:clamp(26px,4cqw,44px);margin:0 0 22px}.hos-ps-research h3{font-size:23px;margin:0 0 14px}.hos-ps-research p{margin:0 0 20px}.hos-ps-research .hos-eyebrow{font-size:12px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:.16em;text-transform:uppercase;color:var(--hos-gold);margin-bottom:14px}\n.hos-ps-research .hos-hero{padding:48px 28px;background:#f3f5f5;border-top:3px solid var(--hos-gold)}.hos-ps-research .hos-lead{font-size:19px;max-width:850px}.hos-ps-research .hos-scope{font-size:14px;border-left:3px solid var(--hos-gold);padding-left:16px}.hos-ps-research .hos-metrics{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(3,minmax(0,1fr));gap:16px;margin:30px 0 0}.hos-ps-research .hos-metric{border-top:1px solid #cbd4d8;padding-top:16px}.hos-ps-research .hos-metric strong{display:block;font-size:clamp(19px,3cqw,28px);color:var(--hos-ink);line-height:1.25}.hos-ps-research .hos-metric span{display:block;font-size:13px;margin-top:7px}\n.hos-ps-research .hos-nav{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:10px 24px;padding:20px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #d6dfe3}.hos-ps-research a{color:var(--hos-ink);text-underline-offset:4px}.hos-ps-research .hos-section{padding:48px 0;scroll-margin-top:110px}.hos-ps-research .hos-story{display:grid;gap:26px;align-items:center;margin:0 0 44px}.hos-ps-research figure{margin:0;min-width:0}.hos-ps-research img{display:block;width:100%;height:auto;max-height:570px;object-fit:contain;background:#f6f7f7;border-radius:3px}.hos-ps-research figcaption{font-size:12px;color:#58717e;margin-top:10px}.hos-ps-research .hos-cards{display:grid;gap:18px}.hos-ps-research .hos-card{padding:24px;background:#f3f5f5;border-top:2px solid var(--hos-gold)}.hos-ps-research .hos-card h3{font-size:20px}.hos-ps-research .hos-card p{margin:0;font-size:15px}\n.hos-ps-research .hos-specs{border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;table-layout:fixed;font-size:15px;box-shadow:none}.hos-ps-research .hos-specs th,.hos-ps-research .hos-specs td{border:0;border-bottom:1px solid #d6dfe3;padding:15px 12px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;overflow-wrap:anywhere}.hos-ps-research .hos-specs th{width:36%;font-weight:600;background:#f3f5f5}.hos-ps-research details{border-bottom:1px solid #d6dfe3;padding:18px 0}.hos-ps-research summary{background:#9FBED3!important;color:#193443!important;cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;color:var(--hos-ink);list-style:revert}.hos-ps-research details p{margin:16px 0 0}.hos-ps-research .hos-footer{padding:30px;background:var(--hos-ink);color:white}.hos-ps-research .hos-footer h3,.hos-ps-research .hos-footer a{color:white}.hos-ps-research .hos-note{font-size:12px;color:#58717e;margin-top:18px}.hos-ps-research .hos-related{display:flex;gap:12px 24px;flex-wrap:wrap;margin-top:18px}\n@container(min-width:700px){.hos-ps-research .hos-hero{padding:56px 48px}.hos-ps-research .hos-story{grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:44px}.hos-ps-research .hos-story:nth-child(even) figure{order:-1}.hos-ps-research .hos-cards{grid-template-columns:repeat(3,minmax(0,1fr))}}\n@container(max-width:420px){.hos-ps-research .hos-hero{padding:32px 18px}.hos-ps-research .hos-metrics{gap:10px}.hos-ps-research .hos-metric span{font-size:11px}.hos-ps-research .hos-specs{font-size:13px}.hos-ps-research .hos-specs th,.hos-ps-research .hos-specs td{padding:12px 8px}}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\u003carticle class=\"hos-ps-research\"\u003e\u003cheader class=\"hos-hero\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"hos-eyebrow\"\u003ePS Audio · dac · House of Stereo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA digital front end with streaming built in.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"hos-lead\"\u003eThe PMG Signature 512 DAC combines PS Audio’s PureStream conversion engine with a network streamer and a balanced analog output stage. It can anchor a system of digital sources or serve as the hub for network music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"hos-scope\"\u003eOne DAC with integrated network streaming. Amplification and speakers are separate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hos-metrics\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hos-metric\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDSD512\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003einternal PureStream processing\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hos-metric\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEthernet + Wi-Fi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebuilt-in network streaming\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hos-metric\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXLR + RCA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eanalog outputs\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cnav class=\"hos-nav\" aria-label=\"Product research sections\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#ps-15416794906773-design\"\u003eDesign\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#ps-15416794906773-setup\"\u003eSystem setup\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#ps-15416794906773-specs\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#ps-15416794906773-faq\"\u003eQuestions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#ps-15416794906773-resources\"\u003eManual \u0026amp; resources\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/nav\u003e\u003csection class=\"hos-section\" id=\"ps-15416794906773-design\" aria-label=\"Product design\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"hos-story\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"hos-eyebrow\"\u003ePMG Signature 512 DAC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePureStream and SpectraWave\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DAC processes incoming music through the PureStream DSD512 engine and a 64-tap SpectraWave filter. These are parts of its internal conversion architecture; they do not mean every input accepts the same file formats. A balanced Class A analog stage delivers the converted signal to your system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0529\/7117\/6085\/files\/ps-audio-pmg-signature-512-dac-1.png?v=1791665556\" alt=\"PS Audio PMG Signature 512 DAC manufacturer product photograph 1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption\u003ePS Audio PMG Signature 512 DAC — product view\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hos-story\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"hos-eyebrow\"\u003ePMG Signature 512 DAC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStreaming and conventional sources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe built-in streamer supports Roon Ready operation and services including TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect, and Spotify Premium, subject to the relevant service and network requirements. USB, I²S, coaxial, optical, and balanced XLR digital inputs also support dedicated transports and computers. Use fixed output with a preamplifier, or configure variable output carefully when using the DAC’s volume control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0529\/7117\/6085\/files\/hos-ps-audio-pmg-signature-512-dac-rear.png?v=1791668517\" alt=\"PS Audio PMG Signature 512 DAC rear connections\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption\u003ePS Audio PMG Signature 512 DAC — rear connections\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"hos-section\" id=\"ps-15416794906773-setup\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"hos-eyebrow\"\u003eMake it work in your system\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThoughtful setup makes the difference.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hos-cards\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hos-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMatch the digital input\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect the connection your transport or computer supports. Sample-rate and DSD limits vary by interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hos-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCheck output mode\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse fixed output into a preamplifier. If using variable output directly with amplification, configure it carefully at a low starting level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hos-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConfirm I²S compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn HDMI-shaped I²S connector is not a television HDMI port. Confirm pin configuration and format support at both ends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"hos-section\" id=\"ps-15416794906773-specs\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"hos-eyebrow\"\u003eThe details that matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"hos-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption style=\"text-align:left;margin-bottom:16px\"\u003ePS Audio PMG Signature 512 DAC — key manufacturer specifications\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eConversion architecture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePureStream DSD512 processing; 64-tap SpectraWave filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAnalog outputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced XLR and single-ended RCA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDigital inputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo I²S, two coaxial, one balanced XLR digital input, one optical, one USB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNetwork\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEthernet and Wi-Fi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eI²S input formats\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCM through 768 kHz \/ 32-bit; DSD through DSD512\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUSB input formats\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCM through 384 kHz \/ 32-bit; DSD through DSD256\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFormat reference\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput limits above follow PMG Signature 512 DAC manual Rev B; limits vary by interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOutput level control\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFixed or variable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30.3 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAC supply\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutomatic 120\/230 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePower consumption\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"hos-note\"\u003eRatings are manufacturer specifications. Check the linked manual for complete operating conditions, regional requirements, and installation instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"hos-section\" id=\"ps-15416794906773-faq\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"hos-eyebrow\"\u003eBefore you choose\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I use it with a preamplifier?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Connect its analog outputs to a suitable line input and configure output level as described in the manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I connect I²S to a TV’s HDMI port?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The connector shape does not make this a television HDMI interface. I²S compatibility must be checked with the audio source.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"hos-section\" id=\"ps-15416794906773-resources\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKeep researching.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0529\/7117\/6085\/files\/hos-ps-audio-pmg-signature-512-dac-owners-guide.pdf?v=1791669589\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRead the manufacturer’s owner’s guide (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore the system\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hos-related\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/ps-audio-airlens\"\u003eAirLens digital network bridge\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/ps-audio-pmg-signature-preamplifier\"\u003ePMG Signature Preamplifier\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003cfooter class=\"hos-footer\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLet’s make the whole system work together.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHouse of Stereo can help with component matching, connections, and placement. Tell us what you listen to, what you own, and what you want to improve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eTalk with House of Stereo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/footer\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"PS Audio","offers":[{"title":"Silver","offer_id":67679900237973,"sku":"PMG-DAC-UV-S","price":13023.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":67679900270741,"sku":"PMG-DAC-UV-B","price":13023.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0529\/7117\/6085\/files\/ps-audio-pmg-signature-512-dac-1.png?v=1791665556","url":"https:\/\/houseofstereo.com\/en-ca\/products\/ps-audio-pmg-signature-512-dac","provider":"House Of Stereo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}