What's unique about the brand
What reviewers are saying
We read all the reviews. Here's what reviewers feel most strongly about:
- Manunta has a modular "Rockstars" product line that allows users to build a complete system by purchasing individual, matching components like DACs, headphone amps, and power amps.
- They offer advanced control and customization options, such as app-based control, variable output impedance for headphones, and tone controls, allowing users to tailor the sound to their specific preferences and equipment.
Our favorite reviewer quotes:
- "The Classic integrated can go from being a comfortable-sounding amplifier (in the best possible way) with lovely textures and tonal range, in the blink of an eye (or a sharp twist of the volume knob) to a knock-you-back-in-your-seat powerhouse, deftly handling dynamics and transients and, with the right speakers, putting you in the room with the performers (in the best hifi illusion kind of way)." (https://www.witchdoctor.co.nz/2024/m2tech-classic-amp-review)
- "Listening to Dead Can Dance – Into The Labyrinth I heard a wonderfully open and detailed presentation, but one that was quite natural and relaxed, with no spotlighting. Soundstage depth and width was very good with real insight into the space and air of the recording." (http://www.adventuresinhifiaudio.com/28/04/2014/the-m2tech-hiface-two-usb-to-coax-converter-its-all-in-the-flavour)
Our interview with the brand
What are two key technological innovations or strong opinions that differ you from other brands?
Most probably the unorthodox approach to design, even when using off-the-shelf components: we love to think out of the box and give a personal view of the used components in order to reach the best sound quality for the budget. This takes us to the second appeal point for our products, which are always regarded as "sounding better than competitors' products costing more than twice as much."
What's your approach to customer support?
For warranty claims, usually, customers are required to contact the dealer who sold them the product: he's in charge for handling the claim. Whenever the warranty has expired, then the customer may either contact the dealer or directly M2Tech/Manunta. This usually happens with second-hand products. We ask customer to ship the product to Italy, we inspect it and propose a budget for repair/replacement.
Quite often, we also propose the customer to trade the old product for a newer one, usually with some addition by the customer. This is very useful with older products which are no longer reliably supported by Windows and no longer supported by MacOS. The customer is invited to take back a more recent product.
We are quite proud to state that we always service an old product, back to the ones released in 2009, to the extent this is possible, with regards to spare parts availability.
What are your favorite tracks for showcasing the strength of your products?
Well, that's hard to tell, as we have a listening panel made up of people with different tastes and experience. Personally, I often use a track by Tiger Okoshi from his XRCD Two Sides To Every Story, track No. 5: “Yuki No Furu Machi O.”
Another track I like for its openness in the middle-high range and the nice soundstage is “There'll Be Some Changes Made” from Mark Knopfler and Chet Atkins’ Neck And Neck. But pay attention: I use the old Columbia CD, as all remasters I found on Qobuz and Tidal are dark and dull in comparison.
Finally, I'd mention another jazz track from a Red Records CD: The Next Step (Mantilla / Watson / Walrath / Mathews / Lundy / Lewis). It’s the first one on the CD: “Mantilla's Jam.” The entire CD is highly enjoyable, though. Then there are many more tracks, from CDs, LPs, and streaming.
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Products
Lineup comparison
We think it's helpful to understand how their products compare. To learn more about each, scroll to the section above to click through to individual product pages.
Classic DAC/Renderer
- Positioning: A digital/analog converter bridging digital sources with amplifiers.
- Description: Offers a galvanically isolated USB interface and high-quality discrete output stages that ensure a clean conversion of digital signals. Compared to units like the Young MkIV, its focus is solely on conversion, making it ideal for small rooms and budget-conscious setups that do not require integrated preamplification.
Young MkIV Rev.b
- Positioning: A versatile DAC and preamplifier suited for integrating both digital and analog sources into a Hi-Fi system.
- Description: Delivers robust balanced outputs with high voltage and multiple digital inputs while also featuring an integrated preamplification section for direct drive applications. Unlike the Classic DAC which only converts signals, it provides extra control functions at a moderate price.
Tosh Rev.b
- Positioning: A balanced line preamplifier designed to drive high-level sources with minimal noise.
- Description: Uses discrete balanced circuitry with top-grade resistor network attenuators and dual voltage outputs to ensure transparency and low noise performance. Compared to the Young MkIV which offers broader conversion features, the Tosh Rev.b is focused on high-level source handling.
Joplin MkIII
- Positioning: An ADC/phono unit delivering premium analog front-end conversion and digitization.
- Description: Provides adjustable gain and input impedance with high-resolution A/D conversion up to 384 kHz, enabling direct connection of turntables and other analog sources. In contrast to the more general-purpose DAC/preamp models, its specialized conversion and phono equalization curves cater to audiophiles who need both top-quality digitization and flexible phono interfacing.
Classic Integrated Amplifier
- Positioning: A high-power stereo integrated amplifier that combines preamplification with a robust amplification stage.
- Description: Engineered to deliver dynamic power and sonic performance using handcrafted through-hole components while remaining energy efficient and repairable. Compared to conversion-focused products and Rockstars series preamps, its integrated design is geared toward users who require a premium, full-function amplifier for larger spaces.
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What are your favorite tracks for showcasing the strength of your products?
What other products pair best with yours?
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About the brand
Our interview with the brand
What are two key technological innovations or strong opinions that differ you from other brands?
What's your approach to customer support?
What are your favorite tracks for showcasing the strength of your products?
What other products pair best with yours?
Featured products
About the brand
Our interview with the brand
What are two key technological innovations or strong opinions that differ you from other brands?
What's your approach to customer support?
What are your favorite tracks for showcasing the strength of your products?
What other products pair best with yours?
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About the brand
Our interview with the brand
What are two key technological innovations or strong opinions that differ you from other brands?
What's your approach to customer support?
What are your favorite tracks for showcasing the strength of your products?
What other products pair best with yours?
Featured products
About the brand
Our interview with the brand
What are two key technological innovations or strong opinions that differ you from other brands?
What's your approach to customer support?
What are your favorite tracks for showcasing the strength of your products?
What other products pair best with yours?
Featured products
About the brand
Our interview with the brand
What are two key technological innovations or strong opinions that differ you from other brands?
What's your approach to customer support?
What are your favorite tracks for showcasing the strength of your products?
What other products pair best with yours?
