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DMS-800 Professional Version

DMS-800 PV DMS digital platform

Reference network player and converter from Cary Audio's DMS platform, in its professional version.

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Catalogue information verified on the 19 June 2026. Official Cary Audio page.

Summary

The DMS-800 PV is the professional version of the DMS platform: a network player, converter, and Connect service hub in a reference dual mono chassis within the Cary range.

Key Points

  • Cary Audio's DMS platform network player, in its professional version (PV).
  • Dual mono design, with independent sections for each channel.
  • AKM converters in a true balanced output configuration.
  • Network playback with Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect, AirPlay, and Roon Ready.
  • Compatible with high-resolution PCM and DSD files, and with MQA decoding.
  • Ethernet and Wi-Fi connectivity, with control via a dedicated app for iOS and Android.
  • DMS platform
  • Network player
  • DAC AKM
  • Roon Ready
  • MQA
  • Dual mono

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Purchasing, listening and delivery

Ordering and system matching

Ask about the selected version and matching with your amplifier, sources and room. Supply arrangements will be confirmed in the quotation. An enquiry does not confirm a sale.

Listening sessions and demonstrations

You can request a listening session by appointment at our Barcelona office (Carrer de Modolell, 57). When we arrange the appointment we confirm which equipment is available to hear, along with the date and time.

Home demonstrations are not offered for this product.

Delivery and setup

Delivery, its cost and the estimated timing are confirmed in writing in your quotation, for your delivery address and before you accept it.

Installation and setup can be requested as an additional service. We assess feasibility and quote it separately.

We will open the LineaSonora enquiry form with this product and your chosen version. No order or appointment is confirmed.

Editorial Reference

Model context

Position within the Cary range

Professional version of the DMS platform: dual mono design with four AKM AK4499EQ converters (two per channel) for network playback and high-resolution conversion.

Why choose this model?

Cary Audio positions the DMS-800 PV as the edition with the highest conversion density within the DMS family: enhanced dual mono, four AK4499EQ, a 5″ display, and the full suite of Connect and MQA services documented for the high-end range.

For which system does it make sense?

  • Reference system with network playback, balanced DAC, and high-resolution PCM/DSD/MQA file support.
  • Installations that prioritise channel separation and converter performance above the rest of the DMS range.
  • Integration with Roon, Connect services (Spotify, TIDAL, Qobuz), AirPlay, and DLNA over wired or Wi-Fi ac network.

Differences compared to similar models

Above the DMS-700 and DMS-650 in conversion power (featuring four AK4499EQ in dual mono configuration compared to one or two chips) and chassis height. It shares the DMS philosophy of streaming and MQA, yet it is the edition with the highest conversion density in the family.

Architecture and Design Decisions

Cary Audio describes the DMS-800 PV as an enhanced dual mono design compared to the DMS-700: featuring double the converters, digital boards, and analogue circuits per channel, with a Crystek clock, two DSP stages, fourteen regulated power supply groups, and a 5″ display. The conversion stage utilises four AK4499EQ with a third-order Bessel analogue filter and 32-bit 8× digital oversampling.

Compatibility and Use

A natural pairing with reference preamplifiers and power amplifiers (e.g. SLP-05, CAD-120S MkII or CAD monoblocks). Balanced XLR and RCA outputs; multiple digital inputs, USB-HDD/SD, and Bluetooth aptX HD as per the official specifications.

Official specification limits

The specifications published by Cary Audio are subject to change without prior notice. This document does not include prices, commercial availability, or third-party evaluations.

Related Technologies: DMS Platform .

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What sets the DMS-800 PV apart within the DMS platform?
It is the professional version, in a dual-mono configuration with four AK4499EQ (two per channel). It shares network services and the control app with the rest of the DMS range.
Which formats does it support?
PCM from 44.1 to 768 kHz, DSD64–512 and MQA; services via direct connection (Connect), AirPlay, Roon Ready and DLNA.

Technical Specifications

Specifications

Converter (DAC)
4 × AKM AK4499EQ (two per channel); 32-bit 8× oversampling; 3rd order Bessel analogue filter
Digital formats
PCM 44.1–768 kHz / 16–32 bits; DSD64 to DSD512; MQA compatible
Dynamic range
129 dB
THD
0,0001 %
Conversion architecture
Dual mono design: DAC, digital boards, and analogue circuits duplicated and independent per channel
Master clock
Crystek oscillator; jitter below measurable levels
Digital processing
Two DSP driver stages; 14 groups of regulated and independent power supplies
Display
5″ high-resolution display
Master clock jitter
Below measurable levels
Signal-to-noise ratio
127 dB (1 kHz)
Channel separation
107 dB (1 kHz)
Amplitude linearity
0,1 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
Phase linearity
3 grados (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
Frequency response (LPCM 44.1 kHz)
2 Hz – 22 kHz
Local file formats
.dsf, .dff, .aif, .aiff, .alac, .flac, .m4a, .mp4, .wav, .ape, .mp3, .aac, .wma, .ogg, .asf
Digital processing
Selectable PCM and DSD upsampling; selectable PCM to DSD conversion

Technical Specifications

Connectivity

Digital inputs
USB ×3 (up to 768 kHz, DSD512), AES/EBU ×1, coaxial ×2, optical (Toslink) ×1, Bluetooth aptX HD, SD card ×1
Outputs
Balanced XLR and RCA analog; coaxial and optical digital
Network and Playback
Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect, AirPlay, Roon Ready, DLNA; Wi-Fi ac (MU-MIMO) and Ethernet
Control
Cary app for iOS and Android
Control and Integration
12 V DC trigger input ×1; IR control ×1

Technical Specifications

Design and Construction

Dimensions
17.25 × 4.25 × 16.25 inches (W × H × D)
Weight
39.50 lbs
Network consumption
55 W
Mains Power Supply
110–120 V AC or 220–240 V AC (factory setting), 50–60 Hz
Finish
Chassis and front panel in anodised aluminium, silver or black

Specifications compiled from official Cary Audio sources, reviewed on 19 June 2026. Unverified data is not published; unavailable fields are omitted.

Digital Ecosystem

Connectivity and Services

Capabilities as stated by Cary Audio in the official specification sheet for this model. The absence of a service indicates it is not listed in the manufacturer's documentation, not that it is silently excluded.

  • Roon Ready

    Roon Ready certification for control and integration with the Roon ecosystem.

  • Spotify Connect

    Direct playback from the Spotify app, bypassing the mobile device as a source.

  • TIDAL Connect

    Native playback from TIDAL with control via the service's app.

  • Qobuz Connect

    Native playback from Qobuz with control via the service's app.

  • AirPlay

    Wireless streaming from compatible Apple devices.

  • DLNA

    Local network playback via the DLNA standard.

  • MQA (Master Quality Authenticated) is an advanced audio technology that ensures the highest quality sound reproduction. It captures and delivers the sound of the original master recording, providing an authentic listening experience.

    MQA decoding for compatible files and streams.

  • Bluetooth aptX HD

    High-quality Bluetooth with aptX HD codec (input and/or output depending on the model).

  • Wi-Fi ac (MU-MIMO)

    Wireless ac band connection with MU-MIMO support.

  • vTuner

    Internet radio via vTuner (as per official DMS model manual).

  • PCM/DSD Oversampling

    Selectable PCM and DSD upsampling via the application.

  • PCM to DSD Conversion

    Optional conversion from PCM to DSD (levels according to model).

  • USB/HDD Playback

    Playback of files from connected USB drives and SD card.

Documentation

Official Manuals and Resources

Links to PDFs and guides published by Cary Audio on caryaudio.com. They open in a new tab.

Technologies

Engineering Behind This Equipment

  • DMS Platform

    The DMS platform is Cary Audio's network playback and digital conversion system. It forms the backbone of the brand's digital source family, from entry-level models to reference versions, all sharing a unified philosophy of network playback and conversion.

In the press

What the critics have said

  • “its vocal rendering was particularly captivating and standing out”

    Audiodrom · MJ · 2025

Brief excerpts from specialised press reviews, in their original language with a link to the source. They reflect the opinion of each publication.

Manufacturer References

Recognition cited by Cary

Historical mentions on official Cary Audio pages. These do not constitute evaluations by LineaSonora nor current availability data.

  • 2022Golden Diapason (Diapason)

    Cary Audio cites this distinction from Diapason magazine in the official specification sheet for the DMS-800 PV. A historical reference from the manufacturer, not an assessment by LineaSonora.

    Official source Cary Audio

  • 2022Diapason Cover Article (Official PDF)

    Cary publishes on the DMS-800 PV product page a PDF of the article from Diapason magazine associated with the Golden Diapason 2022.

    Official source Cary Audio

Launch context

Origin and Journey

Introduced in January 2022 as the reference dual mono version of the DMS-700, within the DMS platform.

Be part of the DMS Series — Network Players.

Recommended Applications

Where it fits

  • High fidelity

Digital Sources. For those who listen via network, files, or disc and seek a meticulously crafted digital source as the starting point of their system.

Within the Cary catalogue

Its position in the range

The DMS-800 Professional Version is part of Digital Sources in the Cary Audio catalogue.

Families
Design family
DMS digital platform

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