Goldmund Mimesis Signature Analogue & Digital Preamplifier

Reference Analogue & Digital Preamplifier • ESS SABRE32 DAC • PCM 384 kHz • DSD512 • Balanced XLR • USB Audio

Complimentary White Glove Delivery • Travel Reimbursement*

The Goldmund Mimesis Signature is a flagship analogue and digital preamplifier engineered to serve as the control center of an uncompromising high-end audio system. It combines Goldmund's wide-bandwidth analogue preamplification with a 32-bit ESS9028Q2M SABRE32 Reference DAC, supporting high-resolution PCM and native DSD playback from digital sources. Goldmund| The Art of Sound

With balanced and unbalanced analogue connectivity, S/PDIF, optical and USB digital inputs, the Mimesis Signature eliminates the need for a separate DAC in many reference systems while maintaining Goldmund's focus on extremely low noise, low distortion and wide frequency response.

ESS SABRE32 Reference DAC

At the heart of the digital section is the ESS9028Q2M SABRE32 Reference DAC.

It supports PCM up to 32-bit/384 kHz and DSD up to DSD512 (22.6 MHz). Goldmund specifies the DAC itself with a 129 dB dynamic range and THD+N of -120 dB. Goldmund| The Art of Sound

Analogue and Digital Architecture

The Mimesis Signature accepts both analogue and digital sources in one chassis.

Analogue connectivity includes three pairs of RCA inputs and one pair of balanced XLR inputs. Digital sources can connect through two S/PDIF inputs, Toslink optical or USB Audio. Goldmund| The Art of Sound

Separate Power Supplies

Goldmund separates the analogue and digital power supplies to reduce interaction between the two sections.

Output noise is specified at just 18 µV, with power-supply rejection of 80 dB, supporting an exceptionally low-noise signal path. Goldmund| The Art of Sound

Wide-Bandwidth Analogue Performance

Frequency response extends far beyond the audible spectrum, reaching 10 Hz to 100 kHz within ±1.5 dB and 10 Hz to 200 kHz within ±3 dB.

Goldmund specifies THD below 0.005% and IMD below 0.002% under its stated measurement conditions. Goldmund| The Art of Sound

Precision Goldmund Construction

The Mimesis Signature uses Goldmund's contemporary chassis architecture with a clean no-screw top-panel design and substantially thicker 12 mm panels.

The standard finish is Goldmund's Silver Grey, with a black version available by special request according to Goldmund. Goldmund| The Art of Sound

Technical Specifications

Specifications are taken from Goldmund's current Mimesis Signature product page and official technical specification sheet. Goldmund| The Art of Sound

Goldmund at The Grid HiFi

The Goldmund Mimesis Signature belongs at the center of a system built to exploit its exceptional bandwidth, resolution and low-noise architecture.

The Grid HiFi can design the complete system around the Mimesis Signature, including Goldmund amplification and loudspeakers, reference digital sources, streaming, cabling, power management, isolation and precision system setup. For clients building a complete listening environment, we can also integrate networking, lighting and Control4 automation.

Complimentary White Glove Delivery • Travel Reimbursement*

Qualifying purchasers may receive airfare reimbursement for a private audition.

Considering the Goldmund Mimesis Signature? Experience it properly before you decide. Call The Grid HiFi at (713) 218-8120 to arrange your private consultation.

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