{"product_id":"moon-491-preamplifier-network-music-player","title":"MOON Compass 491\u003cbr\u003ePreamplifier\u003cbr\u003eNetwork Music Player","description":"\u003ch3\u003eMOON 491 Network Player \/ Preamplifier\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe MOON 491 from the MOON COMPASS COLLECTION, is a premium all-in-one high-end audio component that combines a network music player, preamplifier, DAC, phono stage, and headphone amplifier into a single elegantly engineered chassis. Designed as part of MOON’s Compass Collection, the 491 delivers exceptional versatility, refined sound quality, and seamless connectivity for both digital and analog music systems. The perfect headend for the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/listenup.com\/products\/moon-461-stereo-mono-amplifier\"\u003eMOON 461 Power Amplifier\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the MOON 491 is the proprietary MiND 2 streaming platform, providing Roon Ready operation, UPnP streaming, AirPlay compatibility, Bluetooth connectivity, and direct integration with Qobuz, TIDAL, Deezer, Spotify, Qobuz Connect, TIDAL Connect, and Spotify Connect. The intuitive MOON MiND Controller app for iOS and Android enables complete control of playback and system functions while the included aluminum CRM-4 remote provides premium tactile operation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 491’s advanced DAC stage employs dual ESS 9039Q2M converters configured in dual-mono mode, paired with a precision clock and refined analog output stage for outstanding channel separation, ultra-low distortion, and remarkable micro-detail retrieval. A modular DAC architecture ensures long-term upgradeability and future compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVinyl playback is elevated through the highly configurable integrated phono stage, supporting both MM and MC cartridges with selectable impedance, capacitance, gain, and equalization curves. Combined with balanced analog circuitry, MOON Hybrid Power technology, and premium construction, the 491 delivers dynamic, transparent, and natural sound across all source types.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith variable and fixed outputs, balanced XLR connectivity, headphone amplification, and luxurious MOON styling, the 491 serves as a sophisticated centerpiece for modern high-performance audio systems.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Network Player \/ Preamplifier \/ DAC \/ Phono Stage \/ Headphone Amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreaming Platform\u003c\/strong\u003e: MOON MiND 2\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoon Ready\u003c\/strong\u003e: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPnP Renderer\u003c\/strong\u003e: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAirPlay Support\u003c\/strong\u003e: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth Support\u003c\/strong\u003e: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreaming Services\u003c\/strong\u003e: Qobuz, TIDAL, Deezer, Spotify\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreaming Connect Support\u003c\/strong\u003e: Qobuz Connect, TIDAL Connect, Spotify Connect\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControl App\u003c\/strong\u003e: MOON MiND Controller App for iOS and Android\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e: Dual ESS 9039Q2M DACs in dual-mono mode\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC Architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e: Modular daughter board design\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreamplifier Design\u003c\/strong\u003e: Balanced analog preamplifier\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnalog Inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 RCA line input, 1 balanced XLR input\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono Input\u003c\/strong\u003e: MM\/MC compatible phono stage\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono Cartridge Support\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moving Magnet and Moving Coil\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelectable Input Impedance\u003c\/strong\u003e: 47 kΩ, 1 kΩ, 470 Ω, 100 Ω, 10 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelectable Input Capacitance\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0 pF, 100 pF, 470 pF\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelectable Gain\u003c\/strong\u003e: 40 dB, 54 dB, 60 dB, 66 dB\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEqualization Options\u003c\/strong\u003e: RIAA and IEC\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnalog Outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e: Variable RCA, fixed RCA, variable balanced XLR\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone Output\u003c\/strong\u003e: ¼” headphone jack\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full-color display with album art and playback information\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemote Control\u003c\/strong\u003e: Aluminum CRM-4 remote control included\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptional Remote Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e: BRM-1 Bluetooth remote control\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e: MOON Hybrid Power (MHP)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply Design\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hybrid linear and switch-mode architecture\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChassis Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e: Black chassis with bead-blasted aluminum cheeks\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Side Panel Finishes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Black or silver aluminum cheeks\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Matching\u003c\/strong\u003e: Designed to pair with MOON 461 power amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10-Year manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch4\u003eWhat It's Great At\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCombining streaming, DAC, preamp, phono stage, and headphone amplification in one premium component\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDelivering highly detailed and natural digital and analog music playback\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupporting advanced streaming platforms and modern music services\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOptimizing vinyl playback with highly configurable MM and MC phono controls\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProviding exceptional channel separation and low-noise performance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntegrating seamlessly into high-end stereo systems with balanced connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOffering future-ready modular DAC architecture and long-term upgradeability\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch4\u003eExpanded Key Features List\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll-In-One High-End Audio Design\u003c\/strong\u003e: Combines a network streamer, DAC, preamplifier, phono stage, and headphone amplifier into one premium chassis for simplified system integration.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMiND 2 Streaming Platform\u003c\/strong\u003e: Supports Roon Ready operation, UPnP streaming, AirPlay, Bluetooth, and major music streaming services through the MOON MiND Controller app.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual ESS 9039Q2M DAC Architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e: Uses dual-mono DAC configuration for improved channel separation, lower distortion, and enhanced musical detail.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModular DAC Design\u003c\/strong\u003e: Employs a daughter board DAC architecture to support future upgrades and long-term compatibility.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighly Configurable MM\/MC Phono Stage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Provides adjustable impedance, capacitance, gain, and equalization settings for optimized cartridge matching.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced Analog Preamplifier Circuitry\u003c\/strong\u003e: Maintains low-noise signal integrity with refined analog performance and improved dynamics.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMOON Hybrid Power Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e: Combines linear and switch-mode power supply technologies for stable, low-noise DC power delivery.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelectable RIAA and IEC Equalization\u003c\/strong\u003e: Allows precise vinyl playback tailoring based on cartridge type and record mastering preferences.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull-Color Display\u003c\/strong\u003e: Displays album artwork, playback information, and system settings in a clear and vibrant interface.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComprehensive Analog Connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Includes RCA, balanced XLR, variable and fixed outputs, and dedicated headphone amplification.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Aluminum Remote Control\u003c\/strong\u003e: Includes the CRM-4 aluminum remote with intuitive operation and premium build quality.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompass Collection System Integration\u003c\/strong\u003e: Designed to pair perfectly with the MOON 461 power amplifier for reference-level system performance.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLuxury MOON Chassis Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e: Features MOON’s signature black chassis with bead-blasted aluminum cheeks for timeless aesthetics and durability.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch4\u003eFAQ Section\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What functions are included in the MOON 491?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The 491 combines a network music player, DAC, preamplifier, phono stage, and headphone amplifier into a single premium component.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the MOON 491 Roon Ready?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, the 491 is fully Roon Ready and supports UPnP streaming, AirPlay, and Bluetooth connectivity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Which music streaming services are supported?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The 491 supports Qobuz, TIDAL, Deezer, Spotify, Qobuz Connect, TIDAL Connect, and Spotify Connect.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the MOON 491 support both MM and MC cartridges?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, the integrated phono stage supports both moving magnet and moving coil cartridges with extensive configuration options.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What phono adjustments are available?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Users can adjust impedance, capacitance, gain, and select between RIAA and IEC equalization curves for optimized cartridge matching.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What DAC chips are used in the 491?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The 491 uses dual ESS 9039Q2M DACs configured in dual-mono mode for improved channel separation and low distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can the 491 be used with headphones?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, it includes a built-in headphone amplifier with a dedicated ¼” headphone output.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What makes MOON Hybrid Power technology important?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: MOON Hybrid Power combines linear and switch-mode technologies to deliver highly stable, low-noise power for improved dynamics and lower distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch4\u003eMOON 491 Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eInput 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