Primare DM36 Digital-to-Analog Converter Module

The DM36 includes 4 Toslink optical inputs and 2 RCA coaxial inputs, supporting resolutions of up to 192kHz/24 bit. It also features a 1 USB B input for computer connectivity, allowing for resolutions up to 384kHz/32 bit and DSD256 (11.2MHz).

An RCA coaxial output offers native output for digital inputs and allows for selectable 48 or 96kHz output for analog sources.

One notable new feature of the DM36 is the PCM up-sampling option. When activated, this feature enables 16/44.1 kHz and 24/48 kHz signals to be up-sampled to 24/88.2 kHz and 24/96 kHz, respectively, enhancing internal digital conversion and output quality. However, it’s important to note that files at 24/96 kHz and 24/192 kHz will not be up-sampled, regardless of the settings.

Additionally, the DM36 boasts full MQA processing capabilities with both Prisma and Primare CD sources. MQA (Master Quality Authenticated) is a recognized British technology that captures the sound of the original master recording. The master MQA file is fully authenticated and optimized for streaming or downloading.

With the recent update to the Prisma application, which includes integration with Qobuz and Tidal, the Prisma models equipped with the DM36 module will enable a final MQA unfold to 384 kHz for Tidal Master files. For other Prisma models, including those utilizing the DM35 DAC module, the update facilitates the first full MQA unfold to resolutions up to 96 kHz, supports Qobuz resolutions up to 192 kHz, and ensures gapless playback for both platforms.

MQA CD playback is also supported in our CD players and transports, including the CD15 Prisma, DD15, CD35 Prisma, and DD35 when connected to the DM36 via Toslink optical or RCA coaxial digital output.

Please note: either the DM36 or the DM35 module is required to use the Prisma module.

We endeavour to despatch same day for orders placed up to 1pm on available stock items (items with stock message "Usually dispatched within 24 hours"). Please remember to check with us first for a physical stock check if next day delivery is important to you. Any items with stock message "Usually dispatched within 72 hours" are items that we do not hold in stock but order in from the importer or manufacturer as soon as a customer order is received. Occasionally these may be delayed beyond 72 hours due to importer/manufacturer stock levels but we will inform you as soon as we can if this is the case.

UK Orders

We despatch the bulk of our UK mainland items on a 24 hour service – Free of Charge.  Non Mainland locations - Isle of Man, Isle of Wight, the Scilly Isles, the Scottish highlands and Islands, the Channel Islands and Northern Ireland may take a day or so longer and are not Free of Charge. Smaller items are delivered using Royal Mail 24 or special delivery. Larger items are delivered using a courier service such as DPD or UPS.

International Orders:

Due to the nature of our products and brand restrictions we are only able to send certain items internationally. Smaller items are delivered using Royal Mail Small Packets Airmail with International Tracked and/or Signed depending on value of item and availability of the service. Larger International shipments are sent by insured and tracked services using UPS. If there are any delays due to specific customs regulations, etc, you will be contacted by Hifisound or by the courier with a request for any further information required. Customs duties can apply for shipments to any countries outside of the UK depending on where the product you have bought is made. Customers are responsible for all taxes and duties incurred when the items enter their country.

Collect in Store or Home Install

At the request of the manufacturer some items cannot be supplied by mail order but you can click and buy them and then elect to collect them from our store or arrange a home install (if applicable). Applicable items clearly state that they are Collect in store or home install. Once ordered you will receive a message prompting you to contact us by phone or email to arrange for us to deliver and install or to reserve and collect from our store at your convenience, you will also be advised of the delivery time / stock availability as not all Home install / collect in store items are held in stock.