{"product_id":"moon-491-network-player-vorverstarker","title":"MOON 491 Streaming Preamplifier Compass, Silver","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe MOON 491 is a streaming preamplifier from the Compass Collection that combines network player, DAC, MM\/MC phono stage, preamplifier and headphone amplifier in one enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the MOON 491?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe streaming heart is MOON's own MiND 2 module: Roon Ready, UPnP, AirPlay, Bluetooth as well as Qobuz, TIDAL, Deezer and Spotify are built in – including Qobuz Connect, TIDAL Connect and Spotify Connect for direct streaming without a detour via an app. Conversion is handled by two ESS 9039Q2M chips in dual-mono mode with a precision clock, which delivers very low noise and a fine, uncluttered resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe phono stage understands MM and MC cartridges and can be adjusted directly in the on-screen menu – termination resistance, capacitance, gain. Added to that are analogue line inputs (RCA and balanced XLR), an HDMI ARC connection for the TV and its own headphone amplifier. Power is supplied by MOON's MHP technology (MOON Hybrid Power), which consistently keeps sensitive circuits free of interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA complete preamp that replaces half the stack of gear: streamer, converter, phono, preamplifier and headphone output in one box, controlled via app, remote control or the large colour display with album cover. Fewer cables, fewer sockets, fewer compromises – and still the option to fully expand later with a matching power amplifier such as the MOON 461.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the 491 for – and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for anyone who wants a high-end source and preamp in one elegant device and values streaming, vinyl and headphones equally. Anyone who already owns an external streamer, DAC and phono stage and just wants a pure, bare preamp, on the other hand, is paying here for talents they don't actually need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 491 is the logical heart of a Compass system: an all-in-one that never sounds like a compromise at any single point. In silver it looks open and modern, and technically it's packed to the brim. We at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil show you how it plays together with your sources, your turntable and the right power amplifier – and tell you honestly whether you're really making the most of its wealth of features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput sensitivity: 0.3 V – 5 V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput impedance: 22 kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGain: 10 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 10 Hz – 200 kHz (+0.5 \/ −3.0 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTHD + noise: 0.0004%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntermodulation distortion: 0.0004%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: 120 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrosstalk: −120 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower consumption (operation \/ standby \/ eco): 16 W \/ 14 W \/ 6 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDAC converters: 2× ESS 9039Q2M in dual-mono mode with precision clock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming: MiND 2, Roon Ready, AirPlay, Bluetooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming services: Qobuz, TIDAL, Deezer, Spotify (incl. Connect protocols)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital inputs: HDMI ARC, Optical, AES-EBU, S\/PDIF, USB Host\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDAC formats: DSD, DXD, MQA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhono stage: MM + MC (fully configurable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalogue inputs: 2× Line (RCA + XLR), 1× Phono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutputs: Variable XLR (balanced), Variable RCA, Fixed RCA, 6.35 mm headphone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 42.9 × 8.7 × 35.7 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 9 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: Black chassis, silver side panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty (MOON Switzerland): 5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat can the MOON 491 do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 491 is a network player, DAC, MM\/MC phono stage, preamplifier and headphone amplifier in one device. It bundles together five components that would otherwise sit separately in the rack – wired, tuned and operable via one display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich streaming services does the 491 support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQobuz, TIDAL, Deezer and Spotify are built in, plus Roon Ready, AirPlay and Bluetooth. Via Qobuz Connect, TIDAL Connect and Spotify Connect you stream directly from the respective app, without a detour via a separate control app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the 491 support a turntable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The built-in phono stage works with MM and MC cartridges and can be finely adjusted in the menu. A separate phono preamplifier is therefore not needed – you connect your turntable directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich power amplifier suits the MOON 491?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MOON 461 from the same Compass Collection is an excellent match – tuned to it both visually and technically. Which speakers and which power amplifier make the most sense for your room, we're happy to discuss with you in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the MOON 491 at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we don't leave you alone with data sheets: we set up the 491 with your streaming services and your turntable, combine it with the right power amplifier and cabling, and offer you five years of warranty plus service directly with us in Wädenswil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find the matching power amplifier in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/moon\"\u003eMOON Collection\u003c\/a\u003e – such as the MOON 461 stereo power amplifier. More models can be found under \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/vorverstarker\"\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/streamer\"\u003eStreamers\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/dac\"\u003eDACs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"MOON","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":53044060520784,"sku":"MOON-491","price":5980.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/moon-491-streaming-vorverstaerker-compass-silber-frontansicht.png?v=1786531861","url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en\/products\/moon-491-network-player-vorverstarker","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}