The MOON 891 is
the keystone of the North Collection,
bringing together levels of
performance, features, and
construction never experienced
before. This flagship MOON
preamplifier crowns decades of
research and development in the
realization of leadingedge
technologies and techniques. It
comprises a streaming DAC, a phono
stage, and a graphic interface
within the fresh-yet-familiar
exterior of the North Collection.
Design
features
- 6 Digital Inputs
- 1 HDMI with ARC
- 3 Analog Inputs
- MM/MC Phono Stage
- MiND2 Module
- MDE-3 DAC Technology
- M-Ray2 volume Control
- MDB MOON Damping Base
- 5.0” Graphic Colour Display
- BRM-1 Intelligent Remote Control
Taking full advantage of the MiND2
streaming platform, the 891
retrieves the finest details from
digital music files. Local libraries
and Internet streaming services
integrate seamlessly in the MiND
Controller app for iOS and Android,
with additional support for AirPlay
2, Spotify Connect, and TIDAL
Connect in a Roon Ready
solution. Its MDE3 digital engine
exploits a dual-mono pair of
top-ofthe-line 32-bit converters
with femto-second clocking to expose
the full potential of all
two-channel digital audio formats,
including PCM, MQA, and DSD through
a myriad of digital inputs.
The 891 incorporates a
high-performance moving-magnet and
moving-coil phono preamplifier,
which may be configured in realtime
owing to its stunning interface, a
brilliant 5” colour OLED screen. In
addition to displaying the extensive
setup menu, it showcases cover art
and track information while
streaming, as well as volume and
input selection, and even reports on
the status of other MOONLink devices.
Operating the preamp, the BRM-1
delivers the same feel of
controlling the refined 891 volume
knob from virtually anywhere.
This exceptional device incorporates
new technological innovations such
as the MOON Damping Base— a
mechanical system to suppress
parasitic vibrations that cause
microphonic noise —and the M-RAY2
volume control, featuring discrete
resistors and improved components.
Marry the 891 preamplifier to the
861 power amplifier to reach the
summit of the North Collection. This
truly formidable modern music system
delivers an expressive and nuanced
audio presentation, backed by sound
engineering principals and clever
innovation, undeniable build quality,
an industry-leading 10-year warranty,
and a passion for music shared by
the entire MOON team responsible for
bringing these products to fruition.
Specifications
- Analog Input Impedance: 22 kΩ
- Maximum Gain (Line Level): 10 dB
- Phono Input Gain: 40 dB / 54 dB /
60 dB / 66 dB
- Phono Input Capacitance: 0 / 100
pF / 470 pF
- Phono Input Resistance: 10 Ω / 100
Ω / 1 kΩ / 47 kΩ
- Output Impedance: 50 Ω
- Crosstalk: –125 dB
- Frequency Response: 2 Hz – 200 kHz
(+0 dB / –3 dB)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Analog
Preamplifier): 125 dB
- Dynamic Range (Digital Input,
Fixed Output): 125 dB
- Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise:
0.0003%
- Intermodulation Distortion:
0.00006%
- Power Consumption (Idle): 30 W
- Power Consumption (Full Power
Standby): 27 W
- Power Consumption (Low Power
Standby): 5.5 W
- Shipping Weight: 54 lbs / 25 kg
- Dimensions (width x height x depth):
48.1 x 14 x 44.9 cm
In the box
- AC power cable
- BRM-1 intelligent remote control
- MOONLink
- 2x Wi-Fi antenna
- Owner’s manual |