Features | Support
The Cascade DAC – Support
User Manuals:
System Setup:
Network Renderer:
USB Inputs:
Basic Setup and Quick Start
Firmware:
When do I need a Firmware update?
*** If an MSB Network Renderer is installed and has an active internet connection, The module firmware will update automatically, but it WILL NOT update your DAC firmware. This must still be down manually using the files below.***
DAC firmware updates offer both corrections of problems we found and performance improvements. We recommend keeping your DAC Firmware up to date. You can check the current version of Firmware installed by following these steps:
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- Press the menu button on the front of the unit (The button marked with three lines)
- Turn the volume knob until “Software” is displayed (This screen will display the currently installed revision number of firmware)
- Compare this number with the revision number listed below. If it do not match, Please update your unit.
The Cascade DAC – Firmware Update
Version 1.8.1.1 released 05/13/25
Stability Improvements, Input Specific Video Mode, and Additional Universal I2S Compatibility.
(click icon or link to download)
Cascade_DAC_ver1.8.1.1.flac
Firmware Update Instructions
For a detailed video on how to update your products firmware please follow the link below. Otherwise, there are a complete set of written instructions below.
Firmware update video > Click here.
These are instructions for updating the firmware in both your Cascade DAC.
Begin by downloading the DAC firmware. Add the file to your bit perfect playback software. Please note, it must be played by a bit perfect source, if the update fails, it is not being played bit perfect. This update includes two upgrades within the same file. The file is several minutes long. Please do not interrupt the process and let the file finish to the end. When you play the file you will hear instructions and two upgrade tones. Following each tone you will either hear silence for about 30 seconds (this varies) or you will hear the message ‘upgrade failed’. If all the upgrades fail, it is because you did not play the file bit-perfect. You may have computer upsampling on or digital volume control somewhere in your playback system. The screen on the DAC will confirm when the upgrade is happening. Contact MSB if you need help.
Swapping Input and Output Modules
Technical Specifications:
The Cascade Digital Director |
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| Supported Formats (Input dependent) | 44.1kHz to 3,072kHz PCM up to 32 bits 1xDSD, 2xDSD, 4xDSD, 8xDSD Supports DSD via DoP on all inputs |
| Digital Inputs | 4x Advanced isolated input module slots |
| Power Consumption | 24W |
| Input Voltage | 120-240V Auto 100V Fixed |
| Warranty | 2 Years standard +3 additional years with Registration |
| Width: | 17.5 in (444.5 mm) |
| Depth: | 15.5 in (393.7 mm) |
| Unit height: | 3.125 in (79.4 mm) |
| 3 Unit stack height: | 8.5 in (216 mm) |
| Foot Thread: | M10x1.5 |
| Weight: | 30.2 lbs (13.7 kg) |
| Width: | 23 in (584 mm) |
| Depth: | 20.5 in (520 mm) |
| Height: | 7.5 in (191 mm) |
| Weight: | 37 lbs (16.8 kg) |
MSB Remote USB charging cable IEC Power cord 4x Cascade base |
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The Cascade Converter |
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| XLR Analog Inputs | 50kΩ Balanced 6Vrms Maximum Isolated when not selected |
| XLR Analog Outputs | 3.32Vrms Maximum (Digital Input) 6Vrms Maximum (Analog Input) |
| 75Ω Balanced | |
| Volume Control | Purely passive constant impedance analog attenuation 1dB steps |
| Power consumption (DAC + Powerbase) | 78W |
| Warranty | 2 Years standard +3 additional years with Registration |
| Width: | 17.5 in (444.5 mm) |
| Depth: | 15.5 in (393.7 mm) |
| Unit height: | 3.125 in (79.4 mm) |
| 3 Unit stack height: | 8.5 in (216 mm) |
| Weight: | 31.9 lbs (14.5 kg) |
| Foot Thread: | M10x1.5 |
| Width: | 23 in (584 mm) |
| Depth: | 20.5 in (520 mm) |
| Height: | 7.5 in (191 mm) |
| Weight: | 39 lbs (17.7 kg) |
The Cascade Powerbase |
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|---|---|
| Power consumption (DAC + Powerbase) | 78W |
| Input Voltage | 120-240V Auto 100V Fixed |
| Warranty | 2 Years standard +3 additional years with Registration |
| Width: | 17.5 in (444 mm) |
| Depth: | 15.5 in (393.7 mm) |
| Unit height: | 3.125 in (79.4 mm) |
| 3 Unit stack height: | 8.5 in (216 mm) |
| Weight: | 36.1 lbs (16.4 kg) |
| Foot Thread: | M10x1.5 |
| Width: | 23 in (584 mm) |
| Depth: | 20.5 in (520 mm) |
| Height: | 7.5 in (191 mm) |
| Weight: | 43 lbs (19.5 kg) |
Summit Power Cable 4x Cascade Base |
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The Cascade DAC Foot Dimensions
