Metronome AQWO 2 and Elektra Power Supply

•⁠  ⁠Product Overview – Metronome AQWO 2 and Elektra Power Supply, released in 2021, form a reference-grade CD/SACD player and DAC system, combining French precision engineering with modular power supply architecture for ultimate digital playback.

•⁠  ⁠Digital Architecture – The AQWO 2 supports CD, SACD, and high-resolution PCM/DSD via USB and AES/EBU, using dual AKM DACs and discrete analog stages for natural tonal density and low digital glare.

•⁠  ⁠Sonic Performance – Metronome AQWO 2 and Elektra Power Supply is renowned for its organic, analog-like presentation, the system delivers expansive soundstage depth, refined microdynamics, and exceptional low-level resolution, excelling with both discs and high-resolution digital sources.

•⁠  ⁠Specifications – Supports up to PCM 32-bit/384 kHz and DSD256, features balanced XLR and RCA outputs, multiple digital inputs, and benefits from the Elektra outboard supply for reduced noise and improved dynamic authority.

•⁠  ⁠Dimensions – AQWO 2 measures approximately 450 mm (W) × 110 mm (H) × 430 mm (D), while the Elektra power supply matches the footprint for seamless rack integration and visual symmetry.

•⁠  ⁠Weight – AQWO 2 weighs about 16 kg, with the Elektra power supply adding approximately 11 kg, reflecting heavy-duty transformers, mechanical damping, and high-quality power regulation circuitry.