MARCH 14TH, 2024 (Montreal, Canada)
MOON is delighted to announce the availability of its highly anticipated 891 network player/preamplifier. As the flagship source and preamp in the new North Collection of premium MOON products, the 891 establishes a benchmark with its exceptional components, construction, features, and performance.
The MOON 891 represents the culmination of decades of research and development, harnessing industry-leading technologies and manufacturing techniques. It integrates a state-of-the-art streaming DAC, a phono stage, and a graphic interface within the timeless North Collection chassis. This exceptional network player/preamplifier introduces new technological innovations such as the MOON Damping Base (MDB), a mechanical system that effectively suppresses parasitic vibrations responsible for microphonic noise. The MDB’s suspension is a unique element, not offered by other leading manufacturers. Additionally, the 891 features the M-RAY2 volume control, which boasts discrete resistors and enhanced components for optimal performance. Using MOON’s onboard MiND2 streaming platform, the 891 retrieves the finest details from digital music files. Local libraries and internet streaming services integrate seamlessly in the MiND Controller app for iOS and Android, with additional support for AirPlay, Spotify Connect, and TIDAL Connect in a Roon Ready solution. Its MDE3 digital engine exploits a dual-mono pair of top-of-the-line 32-bit converters with femto-second clocking to realize the full potential of all two-channel digital audio formats (including PCM, MQA, and DSD) through a comprehensive set of digital input options.
The brilliant 5” colour screen on the front of the 891 displays volume and input selection, enables the extensive setup menu, and showcases cover art and track information. A high-performance moving-magnet and moving-coil phono preamplifier can also be configured via the screen. Further enhancing the user experience, the 891 is accompanied by the industry-leading MOON BRM-1 remote control, which sets a new standard in remote control design with its groundbreaking touch controls, super-sharp screen, and exquisitely crafted aluminum MOON volume knob. The perfect partner for the MOON 891 network player/preamplifier is the MOON 861 power amplifier, combining to create the ultimate system in the North Collection. Together, they deliver an unparalleled audio performance characterized by expressive and nuanced sound reproduction, and underpinned by exemplary engineering principles, innovative design, impeccable build quality, and an industry leading 10-year warranty.
MOON Chief Commercial Officer, Etienne Gautier, said, ‘The 891 network player/preamplifier was created to express the finest nuances in every recording and to offer unrivalled listening pleasure. It is our most complete product with an exceptional set of features that will satisfy the most demanding music lover and deliver years of satisfaction.’
MSRP: $25,000 US, $32,500 CAD, €28,500
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