From Portugal - Cinnamon DAC and network transport 💫

 

The Cinnamon Galle DAC boasts an R2R architecture with high-precision resistors (0.01% tolerance), fully isolated inputs, and state-of-the-art reclocking (SOTA). Its innovative digital-to-analog conversion, using a “quasi-nos” approach without digital filters, results in a warm, immersive sound, avoiding the coldness often associated with digital audio devices. 

The standout feature of the Cinnamon Galle DAC is its minimalist, robust design. Each component — the DAC and the transport — is crafted from a sand-cast aluminum block, with a machined bronze top acting as an inverted pendulum for enhanced stability. According to Ricardo Canelas, one of the founders, “We chose the most honest and noble materials available, and this reflects in the manufacturing process.”

The Cinnamon Galle impresses with its simple yet elegant design, free from distracting buttons, screens, or menus. It encourages users to focus solely on the listening experience, eliminating unnecessary distractions for pure auditory pleasure.

Had a conversation with Ricardo who solved some doubts I had:

 DAC:

fully differential r2r ladder dac, with isolated and recklocked inputs, no output stage and proprietary signal treatment.

And it works like the counter weight on top of a skyscrapper building.

2024 EU prices are 12k€ for the DAC, 6k€ for the network transport (no CD, it is a transport for music on the network. USB pen or harddrive, NAS in your home, tidal or qobuz streaming).

Interesting 🎶