THE TECHNICS SL-G700M2 IS THE BRAND’S  NEW GENERATION OF NETWORK MULTI-DIGITAL AUDIO PLAYER

Technics has announced the SL-G700M2, the successor to the SL-G700 network/Super Audio CD player and available in November.

A multi-digital player that supports a range of digital audio media including MQA, high-resolution audio sources and music streaming services, the SL-G700M2 builds on its predecessor with many performance and sound improvements.

Technics SL-G700M2 Network Multi Digital Audio Player

TECHNICS SL-G700M2 DIGITAL AUDIO PLAYER

In developing digital audio signal processing technology for its next generation of products, Technics’ goal has been to achieve phase alignment and ideal impulse response – characteristics that are essential for faithful music reproduction with an accurate sound stage. Starting with LAPC (Load Adaptive Phase Calibration), first incorporated in the SE-R1 in 2014, and continuing with Space Tune and the PHONO Response Optimiser, true audio fidelity has remained at the core of the SL-G700M2’s production.

TECHNICS SL-G700M2 DAC

The SL-G700M2 is equipped with the High Precision Coherent D/A Converter, which is the accumulation of Technic’s innovation. The High Precision Coherent D/A Converter converts digital values to analogue signals with the accuracy before outputting them to an amplifier. It is composed of three elements: coherent processing, a high-performance D/A converter in dual monaural configuration, and a proprietary discrete amplifier circuit.

Technics SL-G700M2 Network Multi Digital Audio Player rear panel

COHERENT PROCESSING

This technology improves the reproducibility of impulse signals by minimising amplitude and phase deviations that occur throughout the D/A conversion process for signals up to 192 kHz PCM using proprietary digital signal processing.

DUAL MONAURAL CONFIGURATION DAC

The SL-G700M2 features a new DAC chip: the dual ESS ES9026PRO, which, through the symmetrical placement of one L/R unit on each side of the device, is capable of independent transmission that reduces mutual interference.

PROPRIETARY DISCRETE AMPLIFIER CIRCUIT

The filter circuit after the D/A conversion uses an amplifier circuit with a unique discrete configuration instead of an operational amplifier IC.

TECHNICS SL-G700M2  SILENT POWER SUPPLY

Digital audio players that handle small signals require thorough noise suppression, because even the slightest noise can significantly affect sound quality. The SL-G700M2 is equipped with a Multi-Stage Silent Power Supply that provides thorough noise suppression in three stages: high-speed switching power supply; low-noise regulator; and current injection active noise cancelling.

SUPER AUDIO CD PLAYBACK AND MQA

The SL-G700M2 supports playback of the Super Audio CD high-quality disc format and features a dedicated SACD/CD “Pure Disc Playback” mode for further sound quality enhancement. This mode shuts off all circuit blocks except those required for Super Audio CD/CD playback, reducing internal noise and boosting sound quality.

The SL-G700M2 is capable of full decoding and playback of MQA files and MQA-CDs. Various other high-resolution formats are also supported including WAV/AIFF up to 384 kHz/32 bit, FLAC/ALAC up to 384 kHz/24 bit, and DSD up to 11.2 MHz file playback.

NETWORK PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS

The SL-G700M2 supports Google Chromecast, connecting with a wide range of music streaming services from Chromecast-enabled apps, as well as Apple AirPlay 2. Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® wireless connections are also supported.

The player is also equipped with a new USB-B port that allows for a constant connection to a network audio server or PC, for playback from the connected device.

TECHNICS SL-G700M2  CHASSIS

The SL-G700M2 is divided into four sections inside the chassis with the power supply, digital interface, analogue circuitry and disc drive sections each being independent of the other. This suppresses mutual interference between circuits and reduces sound quality degradation. The disc drive adopts a three-layer chassis configuration and vibration-damping and quiet construction, including a disc tray made of die-cast aluminium.

The exterior features a hairline-finished 7mm-thick aluminium front panel and 3mm-thick aluminium side panels, as well as an engraved Technics logo.

TECHNICS SL-G700M2 PRICE AND AVAILABILITY

Available in two colours (Black and Silver), the Technics SL-G700M2 will be available on November 22nd for £2,899/$3,499.99.

HiFi Pig Says: The new Technics player covers plenty of digital bases in a classic and minimal design.