CARY AUDIO DMS-300A COMBINES CLASSIC AMPLIFICATION WITH MODERN STREAMING
The Cary Audio DMS-300A Streaming Integrated Amplifier, is the latest addition to ithe American HiFi brand’s DMS range.
The North Carolina-based company has integrated its Class AB amplifier design with a suite of modern streaming options, targeting audiophiles who value both traditional HiFi performance and digital convenience.
CARY AUDIO DMS-300A STREAMING INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER
At the centre of the Cary Audio DMS-300A is a 75-watt per channel (into 8 ohms) Class AB amplifier. Built using discrete components, the amplifier is designed to handle a wide variety of loudspeakers while maintaining the brand’s long-standing emphasis on warmth and musical realism. Cary Audio’s engineering pedigree in two-channel amplification spans more than three decades.
STREAMING SERVICES SUPPORTED ON THE CARY AUDIO DMS-300A
Streaming integration is central to the DMS-300A. The unit offers native support for major services including Qobuz Connect, TIDAL Connect, and Spotify Connect. It is also Roon Ready certified, enabling seamless integration into Roon-based systems for high-resolution audio playback.
CONNECTIVITY AND NETWORKING OPTIONS FOR THE DMS-300A
The Cary Audio DMS-300A includes a broad array of networking features. Users can connect via Wi-Fi or Ethernet and stream using AirPlay or Bluetooth. This flexibility allows the unit to fit into a wide variety of home audio setups without compromising on signal stability or convenience.
DIGITAL AND ANALOGUE INPUTS AND OUTPUTS FOR FLEXIBLE INTEGRATION
In addition to streaming, the DMS-300A supports multiple digital and analogue input and output options. This makes it suitable as the central hub in a two-channel HiFi system. It can accommodate both legacy sources and modern digital gear, enhancing its versatility for system integration.
DESIGNED AND BUILT IN THE USA
The Cary Audio DMS-300A Streaming Integrated Amplifier is designed and manufactured in the United States. The company emphasises build quality and engineering precision as key components of its product identity, continuing its tradition of in-house production for core electronics.
CARY AUDIO DMS-300A STREAMING INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER SPECS
Master Clock Jitter Below measurable levels
Digital Sampling Rates (Fs) 44.1 kHz to 768 kHz
Digital Filter 32-Bit 8x Oversampling Digital Filter
Digital/Analog Converters 1-2 channel AKM Chipset
BLUETOOTH Qualcomm aptX® decoder and transmitter
Analog Filter 3rd Order Bessel
Analog SUB Outputs Single–Ended RCA
Digital Outputs Coaxial, Toslink operating at Sample Frequency (Fs) from 44.1 kHz to 192 kHz, 16 bit to 24 bit
Digital Inputs USB-A x 3, SD Card x 1
BLUETOOTH In
Coaxial x1, Toslink x1
Digital Input Sample Rate USB operating at Sample Frequency (Fs) from 44.1 kHz to 384 kHz, 16 bit to 32 bit, DSD 64, 128, 256 and 512.
BLUETOOTH Sample Frequency (Fs) 48 kHz, 16 bit.
Coaxial, Toslink operating at Sample Frequency (Fs) from 44.1 kHz to 192 kHz, 16bit to 24 bit
Control Trigger output 12VDC x1
IR control x1
Communication Ethernet
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Power Input Configured at factory for either 110-120 or 220-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
Power Consumption 255 Watts
Weight 26 lbs.
Dimensions 3.75″ H x 17.25″ W x 12.5″ D
POWER AMPLIFIER
Analog Input Single-Ended RCA x 3 for Main-In, Line 1, Line 2
3.5mm Stereo Jack x 1
Analog Input Impedance 10K Ω Unbalanced
Power Amplifier Output 2 x 75W RMS in 8 Ω from 20Hz to 20KHz
2 x 125W RMS in 4 Ω from 20Hz to 20KHz
Circuit Type Solid State, Power MOSFET Transistor, Class A/B
Frequency Response 10Hz – 50KHz +/- 0.1dB (at 10db below rated output power)
Distortion (SAMPTE-1M) <0.5%
S/N Ratio >100dB, “A” Weighted
Protections Full short circuit, thermal, Ultrasonic, RF Signal muting & Current limiter.
AUDIO (LPCM)
Frequency Range 2 Hz – 22 kHz (44.1 kHz)
Amplitude Linearity 0.1 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
Phase Linearity 3 degrees (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
Dynamic Range 117 dB (1 kHz)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 107 dB (1 kHz)
Channel Separation 106 dB (1 kHz)
Total Harmonic Distortion 0.0004% (1 kHz)
Pre-Amp Output Level 3.0V RMS (220 Ω output impedance) for maximum volume
NETWORK, USB, SD CARD PLAYBACK
Playback Format Supply .dsf, .dff (DSD64, 128, 256, 512), .aif, .aiff, .alac, .flac, .m4a, .mp4, .wav, .ape, .mp3, .aac, .wma, .ogg, .asf
Frequency Range 2 Hz – 100 kHz
Signal System 16, 20, 24, & 32 bit PCM and 1 bit DSD
Sampling Frequency 44.1 kHz to 384 kHz PCM and 2.822MHz – 22.5792 MHz DSD
Dynamic Range 117 dB
DSD System Clock Frequency 22.5792 MHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 107 dB
SPDIF PLAYBACK; COAXIAL, TOSLINK (LPCM)
Frequency Range 2 Hz – 80 kHz
Signal System 16, 20, and 24 bit
Sampling Frequency 44.1 kHz to 192 kHz PCM
Dynamic Range 117 dB
System Clock Frequency 22.5792 MH
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 107 dB
CARY AUDIO DMS-300A PRICE AND AVAILABILITY
The Cary Audio DMS-300A Streaming Integrated Amplifier is available now in black or silver, and the US price is $5,995. EU and UK pricing TBC.
HiFi PiG Says: A well-specified streaming amp backed up with the Cary Audio reputation.
