JohnW
pfm member
To prevent the Main MDAC becoming cluttered with the mundane processing of the MDAC upgrades Ive started this thread.
Thank you for everyone whos expressed interest in the MDAC upgrades. Currently Im offering two versions of the upgrade package.
Level 1: MDAC internal PSU section upgrade (this upgrades 6 of the PSU supply rails around the ESS DAC, reducing modulation spurie by up to x1000 (40dB) around the ESS DAC) £200 + shipping
Level 2: Fully upgrade package includes a rebuild (redesign) of the CROSS analogue stage, over 56 components changed in the Analogue section + the above PSU upgrades. £350 + shipping
I'm based in Czech Rep., return shipping to the UK is around GBP27 most other counties in mainland EU tend to be a little cheaper. Please only ship the MDAC unit itself (dont ship the PSU adaptor or the remote handset as these just add weight and could be accidentally misplaced).
If you are considering sending your unit, then please try and ship in the ORIGINAL AUDIOLAB packaging, as a couple of units sent to me recently where very badly packaged although luckily relatively undamaged once I spent considerable time "restoring" the units - however be warned that I do not have spare mechanical items.
Again, please only ship the MDAC unit itself (dont ship the PSU adaptor or the remote handset as these just add weight (increasing shipping costs) and could be accidentally misplaced).
By modifying your unit I will be voiding the Audiolab original warranty we therefore assume the original warranty obligations (and conditions) with a *Lifetime warranty subject to the following additional conditions:-
The *Lifetime warranty applies for as long as we are able to reasonably obtain any necessary replacement components.
*Lifetime warranty on the upgraded MDAC Excluding* lifetime limited components such as capacitors and the OLED display etc.
*Excluded after two years from original purchase date (So ALL components are covered within the original two year warranty period).
Any Lifetime limited components that require replacement two years after the original purchase date will be replaced at cost (the owner covers shipping and applicable component costs, we cover the balance, i.e. servicing, non lifetime component failure costs and our handling etc).
Mechanical parts are not covered under the warranty we have limited access to replacement mechanical parts so PLEASE insure your MDAC is suitably packed and protected before shipping as we will be unable to repair any physical damage incurred during shipping we CANNOT be responsible for any damage incurred during shipping.
Your DAC will be returned to you in the same packaging you originally forwarded it too us so please consider the packaging needs to be significantly robust for the return shipping.
Warranty shipping costs at owners expense.
The Warranty is transferable (the warranty covers the unit irrespective of ownership).
At this time, the offer is only open to customers within the EU due to Customs import and export complications.
If your unit is updated, then its a "simple" DIY job to add the new PSU card to MDAC as part of the MPAX upgrade (if it happens which depends on its value for money compared to the BDAC).
Both upgrade options include a GBP50 discount on the MPAX package (IF the MPAX makes it into production).
If your unit has a known fault (such as a sticky relay), unable to update firmware etc - then please let me know and I will undertake to fault find and repair the unit inclusive to the upgrade cost (repaired for Free) please remind me by attaching a note to your unit.
I will endeavour to modify your MDAC within 3 working days upon receipt of your unit.
The first 10 on the MDAC upgrade interest list:-
Arthur
Plutox (I can return your unit to you at Munich)
MartinDurham
Joker_Hartmann
realysm42
simonom
mark.king
Yanntoe (Ian)
WAD62
Wil_Wheaton
Please PM me here on PFM to confirmation and for our shipping address and PayPal or bank wire details.
If the time is not convenient. Then Ill hold your position open just PM me
Thank you once again for your interest,
John
Thank you for everyone whos expressed interest in the MDAC upgrades. Currently Im offering two versions of the upgrade package.
Level 1: MDAC internal PSU section upgrade (this upgrades 6 of the PSU supply rails around the ESS DAC, reducing modulation spurie by up to x1000 (40dB) around the ESS DAC) £200 + shipping
Level 2: Fully upgrade package includes a rebuild (redesign) of the CROSS analogue stage, over 56 components changed in the Analogue section + the above PSU upgrades. £350 + shipping
I'm based in Czech Rep., return shipping to the UK is around GBP27 most other counties in mainland EU tend to be a little cheaper. Please only ship the MDAC unit itself (dont ship the PSU adaptor or the remote handset as these just add weight and could be accidentally misplaced).
If you are considering sending your unit, then please try and ship in the ORIGINAL AUDIOLAB packaging, as a couple of units sent to me recently where very badly packaged although luckily relatively undamaged once I spent considerable time "restoring" the units - however be warned that I do not have spare mechanical items.
Again, please only ship the MDAC unit itself (dont ship the PSU adaptor or the remote handset as these just add weight (increasing shipping costs) and could be accidentally misplaced).
By modifying your unit I will be voiding the Audiolab original warranty we therefore assume the original warranty obligations (and conditions) with a *Lifetime warranty subject to the following additional conditions:-
The *Lifetime warranty applies for as long as we are able to reasonably obtain any necessary replacement components.
*Lifetime warranty on the upgraded MDAC Excluding* lifetime limited components such as capacitors and the OLED display etc.
*Excluded after two years from original purchase date (So ALL components are covered within the original two year warranty period).
Any Lifetime limited components that require replacement two years after the original purchase date will be replaced at cost (the owner covers shipping and applicable component costs, we cover the balance, i.e. servicing, non lifetime component failure costs and our handling etc).
Mechanical parts are not covered under the warranty we have limited access to replacement mechanical parts so PLEASE insure your MDAC is suitably packed and protected before shipping as we will be unable to repair any physical damage incurred during shipping we CANNOT be responsible for any damage incurred during shipping.
Your DAC will be returned to you in the same packaging you originally forwarded it too us so please consider the packaging needs to be significantly robust for the return shipping.
Warranty shipping costs at owners expense.
The Warranty is transferable (the warranty covers the unit irrespective of ownership).
At this time, the offer is only open to customers within the EU due to Customs import and export complications.
If your unit is updated, then its a "simple" DIY job to add the new PSU card to MDAC as part of the MPAX upgrade (if it happens which depends on its value for money compared to the BDAC).
Both upgrade options include a GBP50 discount on the MPAX package (IF the MPAX makes it into production).
If your unit has a known fault (such as a sticky relay), unable to update firmware etc - then please let me know and I will undertake to fault find and repair the unit inclusive to the upgrade cost (repaired for Free) please remind me by attaching a note to your unit.
I will endeavour to modify your MDAC within 3 working days upon receipt of your unit.
The first 10 on the MDAC upgrade interest list:-
Arthur
Plutox (I can return your unit to you at Munich)
MartinDurham
Joker_Hartmann
realysm42
simonom
mark.king
Yanntoe (Ian)
WAD62
Wil_Wheaton
Please PM me here on PFM to confirmation and for our shipping address and PayPal or bank wire details.
If the time is not convenient. Then Ill hold your position open just PM me
Thank you once again for your interest,
John
