Description

Matrix Element X2

AirPlay 2 DLNA ES9038Pro 32bit 768kHz DSD512 MQA WiFi Network Player

The Matrix Element X2 is part of the brand’s range of network players, functioning as a complete stand-alone source device for your audio system and bringing your traditional HiFi system into the world of high-resolution streaming.

A brand-new interface

The Element X2 features a 3.46″ LCD touchscreen.

When playing from the network or locally with the MA player, a wealth of track information is displayed.

What’s more, touch control makes navigating the device’s various menus easy and intuitive.

Many possible sources

With the Element X2, you can enjoy your music in many different ways.

Whether your files are stored on a device in your local network (computer, NAS…), on a USB storage device or on your smartphone, they are accessible from the Element X2.

The streamer also supports the DLNA and AirPlay2 transmission protocols, as well as Spotify Connect and TIDAL Connect, enabling you to send your music to the X2 directly from a smartphone, for example.

Numerous music streaming services, such as Spotify, TIDAL and Qobuz, can also be accessed from the network player, as well as a wide range of web radios thanks to vTuner.

An efficient preamplifier stage

The Element X2 features an excellent preamplifier with +10dB analog gain.

When the preamplifier is activated, it can provide audio output signals of up to 15.8Vrms.

Hyper-Control technology keeps noise and distortion extremely low.

A powerful headphone amplifier

The X2 also features a symmetrical headphone amplifier with eight independent amplification units.

Each pair is connected in parallel to deliver high current, high power and very low noise and distortion.

Digital and analog inputs

The Element X2 features numerous digital inputs, as well as a stereo RCA analog input.

This makes it possible to connect the vast majority of HiFi devices to the streamer.

In addition, a three-level gain control allows the X2 to adapt to the source’s output level.

HDMI ARC

An HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) port has been added to the Element X2.

When connected to an ARC-capable monitor or projector, the digital audio signal can be transferred to the Element X2.

What’s more, if your device also supports HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), playback on the Element X2 can be controlled directly by your display’s remote control.

Technical data

Specifications
Product type	Network drive
Inputs	2x Coaxial 2x Optical 1x I2S LVDS via HDMI 1x USB-B 1x RCA stereo 1x HDMI ARC 1x RJ45
Outputs	1x RCA stereo 1x XLR stereo 1x Headphone output 4.4mm balanced 1x Headphone output 6.35mm unbalanced
CPU	NXP i.MX 6Quad 4x Cortex-A9 @ 1.2GHz
DAC chip	ES9038Pro
Clocks	Crystek CCHD-950
Supported sampling rates	Coaxial / Optical: PCM up to 24bit 192kHz, DSD DoP64 I2S LVDS: PCM up to 32bit 768kHz, DSD Native up to DSD512, DSD DoP up to DSD256 USB-B : PCM up to 32bit 768kHz, DSD Native up to DSD512, DSD DoP up to DSD256, MQA up to 24bit 384kHz HDMI ARC: PCM up to 24bit 192kHz
SNR	RCA input: > -106dB A-Weighting RCA output: > -125dB A-Weighting XLR output: > -131dB A-Weighting Balanced 4.4mm jack headphone output: > -119dB A-Weighting Unbalanced 6.35mm jack headphone output: > -116dB A-Weighting
THD+N	RCA input : < 0.0025% @ 1kHz, < 0.003% @ 20Hz-20kHz RCA output : < 0.00012% @ 1kHz, < 0.0002% @ 20Hz-20kHz XLR output : < 0.00012% @ 1kHz, < 0.0002% @ 20Hz-20kHz Balanced 4.4mm headphone output : < 0.00055% @ 20Hz-20kHz 4Vrms Unbalanced 6.35mm headphone output : < 0.0005% @ 20Hz-20kHz 2Vrms
Frequency response	RCA input: 20Hz-20kHz ±0.07 -3dB @ 43kHz RCA output: 20Hz-20kHz ±0.05 -3dB @ 85kHz XLR output: 20Hz-20kHz ±0.05 -3dB @ 85kHz Headphone output Jack 4.4mm headphone output: 20Hz-20kHZ ±0.1 -3dB @ 85kHz 6.35mm unbalanced headphone output: 20Hz-20kHz ±0.1 -3dB @ 85kHz
Crosstalk	RCA input: > -102dB RCA output: > -137dB XLR output: > -146dB
Input level (RCA)	2.1Vrms max.
Output level	RCA output: 2.2Vrms @ 0dB, 7.5Vrms @ +10dB XLR output: 4.5Vrms @ 0dB, 15.8Vrms @ +10dB
Headphone output impedance	Balanced 4.4mm jack output: < 12Ω Unbalanced 6.35mm jack output: < 6Ω
Headphone output power	Balanced 4.4mm jack output: 2600mW @ 33Ω, 1100mW @ 300Ω, 580mW @ 600Ω, 1% THD Unbalanced 6.35mm jack output: 1600mW @ 33Ω, 290mW @ 300Ω, 150mW @ 600Ω, 1% THD
Headphone output gain	Low gain: +18dB High gain: +28dB
Network	LAN: 10/100/1000Mbps WLAN: 2.4GHz / 5GHz
Trigger	Input: 6-12VDC < 10mA Output: 12VDC 50mA max
Control application	MA Remote
Audio formats supported	MP3, WMA, WAV, AIF, AIFC, AIFF, AAC, FLAC, OGG, APE, ALAC, M4A, DSF, DFF, CUE
Supported network protocols	AirPlay 2 DLNA/UPnP TIDAL Connect Spotify Connect vTuner

General
Supply voltage	100-120VAC 50/60Hz 220-240VAC 50/60Hz
Power consumption	Standby: < 5W Max: < 50W
Dimensions	340 x 256 x 58mm
Weight	4kg
Package	Matrix Element X2 1x RM4 remote control 1x power cable