MATRIX MINI-I 4
DAC ES9039Q2M Streamer DLNA Airplay 24bit/768kHz DSD512 MQA
Successor to the Mini-I 3, the Mini-I 4 is a versatile, compact device offering the functions of DAC, and the latest addition to the Mini-I series, network player.
Matrix has updated the DAC chip in the Mini-I 4, choosing to integrate one of ESS Technologie's latest DAC chips, the ES9039Q2M. On the network player side, this device supports numerous broadcast protocols and incorporates Matrix Audio's own MA player interface. It can also be controlled via the MA Remote App.
In terms of ergonomics and design, the Mini-I 4 features a 3.46" touch screen with high-resolution display, facilitating control operations. But the great novelty of the 4 version is the addition of an HDMI ARC port for a Hi-Fi TV experience.
ES9039Q2M DAC
Thanks to its ES9039Q2M DAC chip using Hyperstream IV technology and taking advantage of the advanced Sabre HiFi architecture, the Mini-I 4 is able to support PCM 24bit 768kHz, DSD up to DSD512 and MQA streams via its USB-B digital input. It also benefits from a Quad cortex-A55 2.0 GHz CPU.
As a true network player, the Mini-I 4 allows you to enjoy a wide range of streaming services, as well as audio streams via a LAN connection (Gigabit Ethernet 1000Mbps). With the brand's own MA player, DLNA/UPnP, Airplay, spotify connect or Tidal connect protocols make high-resolution streaming accessible.
Local music playback is also possible via a USB storage device thanks to the USB-C port (5V/1.5A, working with devices compliant with the USB mass storage standard and the FAT, FAT32, exFAT and NTFS formats) or local NAS network.
MA Remote App
With your smatphone or tablet, the MA remote app lets you connect to Tidal, Qobuz and HighRes Audio accounts for a high-quality streaming experience. The Mini-I 4 also supports vTuner internet radio and Radio paradise via this app and an internet connection.
Extended connectivity
The Mini-I 4 features numerous digital inputs, as well as an analog stereo RCA input for additional audio sources such as a turntable. As for outputs, it features a stereo RCA output and a balanced stereo XLR output. The big news on the Pro 4 version is the HDMI ARC input, enabling users to enjoy HiFi TV sound.
| 1 | 3.46" high-resolution touch screen |
| 2 | IEC Power supply |
| 3 | LAN connector RJ45 |
| 4 | USB-C input (5V 1A) |
| 5 | USB-B input |
| 6 | HDMI ARC input |
| 7 | Toslink optical input |
| 8 | Coaxial input |
| 9 | RCA analog input |
| 10 | Stereo RCA output |
| 11 | Balanced stereo XLR ouput |
Technical characteristics
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Product type | Streamer DAC |
| CPU | Quad Cortex-A55 2.0GHz |
| DAC Chip | ES9039Q2M |
| Digital inputs | USB-B Coaxial Optical Toslink USB-C (5V/1.5A) HDMI ARC RJ45 |
| Analog input | Stereo RCA |
| Analog output | 1x RCA stereo 1x XLR stereo balanced |
| Supported sample rates | Coaxial and optical: PCM 24bit 192kHz and DSD64 (2.8MHz DoP) HDMI ARC: PCM 24bit 192kHz Audio USB: PCM 24bit 768kHz / MQA 24bit 192kHz, MQA stream or MQA Studio 384kHz / DSD256 (11.2MHz DoP) & DSD512 (22.4 MHz native) |
| Network | LAN 1000 Mbits/s |
| RCA and XLR analog outputs | |
|---|---|
| SNR | RCA : 121dB (A-weighted) XLR : 127dB (A-weighted) |
| THD+N | RCA : < 0.00015% @ 1k, < 0.00030 % @ 20Hz-20kHz XLR : : < 0.00015% @ 1k, < 0.00018 % @ 20Hz-20kHz |
| Frequency response | RCA : 20Hz-20kHz ±0.1/-3dB @ 90kHz XLR : 20Hz-20kHz ±0.1/-3dB @ 90kHz |
| Channel crosstalk | RCA : > -133 dB XLR : > -146 dB |
| Output level | RCA : 2.2Vrms @ 0dB XLR : 4.4Vrms @ 0dB |
| Analog RCA input (AUX) | |
|---|---|
| SNR | 100db A-Weighted |
| THD+N | < 0.0035% @ 1k, < 0.0035% @ 20Hz-20kHz |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz ±0.1/-3dB @ 46kHz |
| Channel crosstalk | > -105dB |
| Input level | 2.2 Vrms max. |
| MA Player | |
|---|---|
| Locally supported file format | MP3 , WMA , WAV , AIF, AIFC, AIFF, AAC, FLAC, OGG, APE, ALAC, M4A, DSF, DFF, CUE |
| Locally supported sample rates | PCM 24bits 768kHz / DSD512 (native) / MQA 24bits 192kHz, Flux MQA ou MQA Studio 384kHz |
| Roon ready | PCM 24bits 768kHz / DSD512 (native) / MQA 24bits 192kHz, Flux MQA ou MQA Studio 384kHz |
| Supported protocols and services | Airplay 2, DLNA/UPnP, Tidal connect, Spotify connect, vTuner, Paradise Radio, HighRes Audio |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Power supply voltage | 100-240V AC 50/60Hz |
| Standby Power Consumption | < 5W |
| Maximum Power Consumption | < 20W |
| Dimensions | 224 x 186 x 53mm |
| Weight | 1.3kg |
| Package | 1x Matrix Audio Mini-I 4 1x Power cable |
