Australia | New Zealand
The Mola Mola Tambaqui is a reference-grade standalone DAC engineered to deliver exceptional digital audio performance while maintaining the natural musicality often associated with analogue systems. Originally derived from the acclaimed DAC section found in the Makua preamplifier, the Tambaqui has evolved into a complete digital hub, combining advanced conversion technology, network streaming capability, and high-performance headphone amplification in a single compact chassis.
Designed for discerning listeners, the Tambaqui utilizes a proprietary discrete DAC architecture, advanced asynchronous upsampling, and precision clock management to achieve outstanding resolution, ultra-low distortion, and remarkable transparency. With extensive connectivity options, Roon Ready certification, Bluetooth support, and configurable output controls, it serves as both a world-class DAC and a versatile control centre for modern high-end audio systems.
| Dimension | 200mm (W) × 110mm (H) × 320mm (D) |
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| Weight | 5.2kg |
| Product Type | Standalone Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) |
| DAC Architecture | PWM DAC with 32-stage discrete analogue FIR output stage |
| Upsampling | Asynchronous upsampling to 3.125MHz / 32-bit |
| Digital Inputs | Optical (Toslink), S/PDIF (Cinch), AES/EBU (XLR), USB Type-B, Ethernet (Roon Ready), Bluetooth (SBC, AAC, aptX, LDAC), IBIS over HDMI |
| Analogue Outputs | Balanced Output (XLR) |
| Headphone Outputs | 6.3mm Jack - 4-pin Balanced XLR |
| Trigger Outputs | 2 programmable trigger outputs (3.5mm jack) |
| Supported PCM Formats | Up to 384kHz / 32-bit (>192kHz and >24-bit via USB and Roon only) |
| Supported DSD Formats | DoP and Native DSD up to Quad Speed (USB and Roon only) |
| Full-Scale Output Level (XLR) | 18dBu |
| Full-Scale Output Level (Headphone) | 18dBu |
| Signal to Noise Ratio | 130dB |
| THD / IMD | Not measurable (estimated -140dB) |
| Bandwidth | Up to 80kHz (apodizing response) |
| Integrated Jitter | <1ps from 10Hz upwards - <300fs from 1kHz upwards |
| Jitter Rejection | 80dB at 1Hz after 20 seconds of lock |
| Programmable Presets | 4 |