Holo Audio Cyan 2 R2R DAC

HoloAudio Cyan 2 R2R DAC Official Australian HoloAudio Dealer Supplied by Audiophile Shop Australia — an officially authorised Australian HoloAudio dealer, with genuine local stock, local support, and a full 3-year warranty. ✔ Full discrete R2R ladder DAC design ✔ NOS playback for pure signal integrity ✔ DSD1024 and PCM 1.536M support The HoloAudio Cyan 2 is HoloAudio’s newest entry-level DAC, bringing much of the brand’s renowned discrete R2R technology into a more compact and accessible platform without sacrificing the core Holo sound. Designed for listeners seeking a serious step into true high-end digital playback, the Cyan 2 delivers exceptional musicality, natural timbre, holographic staging, and remarkable detail retrieval well beyond what most DACs in its price range can achieve. Why the Cyan 2 Stands Out Fully discrete R2R ladder architecture Dedicated vector step resistor network for native DSD conversion Advanced de-glitch technology for improved signal purity Ultra-low latency proprietary USB firmware Supports PCM up to 1.536MHz and DSD1024 Compact full aluminium billet chassis Sound Signature Bass Bass is deep, textured, and highly articulate with excellent layering and control. The Cyan 2 offers bass weight and authority that feels natural and convincing without sounding bloated. Midrange Vocals are one of the Cyan 2’s strongest areas — intimate, natural, and rich with excellent tonal density and realism. Instrument body and separation are particularly impressive at this level. Treble Treble is smooth, refined, and highly detailed without glare. It avoids the sharpness often associated with more analytical DAC designs. Technical Performance The Cyan 2 delivers excellent transparency, black background performance, and a surprisingly large holographic soundstage for its size and price. Compared Against Competing DACs vs Denafrips Pontus 15th The Pontus is are high contender in this price point, however the Cyan 2 offers superior transparency, stronger bass articulation, better timbre realism, and a larger more holographic stage. Vocals sound more intimate and natural, giving the Cyan 2 a more engaging and lifelike presentation overall. vs Laiv Harmony uDAC The Laiv Harmony uDAC offers strong value, but the Cyan 2 is significantly more refined and mature in its presentation. It delivers greater detail retrieval, better transparency, superior layering, and a noticeably larger and more polished soundstage. Technical Specifications DAC Type: Full discrete R2R ladder Conversion Mode: NOS (Non-Oversampling) PCM Support: 44.1kHz – 1.536MHz DSD Support: Up to DSD1024 Inputs: I2S, USB, AES, Optical, SPDIF RCA Outputs: Balanced XLR, Single Ended RCA Weight: 5kg Dimensions: 300 x 200 x 48mm Who Is It For? Listeners wanting to enter serious R2R DAC territory Those prioritising timbre, realism, and musical flow Users wanting an ideal DAC for HQPlayer upsampling Listeners seeking fatigue-free long-term listening Those considering Denafrips or Laiv and wanting a stronger musical performer Why Buy From Audiophile Shop Australia? Official authorised Australian HoloAudio dealer Full 3-year local warranty (parts & labour) Fast & free shipping Australia wide Local stock and specialist support Expert system matching advice Carefully curated high-end digital audio products