The Merason pow 1 is a dedicated linear power supply developed specifically as an upgrade for the Merason frérot DAC. It replaces the frérot's standard external switching power supply with a more sophisticated linear architecture designed to provide cleaner and more stable power.
Inside, the pow 1 uses three separate linear power supplies. Two are dedicated to the frérot's audio section, while the third provides the foundation for the individual supplies serving its digital-audio and logic circuitry. This separation is intended to reduce interaction and electrical noise between the different sections.
A large, specially specified low-noise transformer forms the foundation of the design. According to Merason, the improved power delivery gives the frérot a quieter background, clearer transients, greater detail, and a more natural presentation while preserving the DAC's characteristic musicality.
The pow 1 is therefore intended as a straightforward performance upgrade rather than a standalone audio component. It retains the compact philosophy of the frérot while improving the quality of its power source, making it particularly suitable for users looking to extract the highest possible performance from the DAC. The housing, front panel, component assembly, final assembly, and testing are carried out in Switzerland.
- Component type: Linear power supply upgrade
- Compatibility: Specifically designed for the Merason frérot DAC
- Power supply architecture: Three separate linear power supplies
- Audio section supply: 2 × dedicated linear power supplies
- Digital/logic supply: 1 × dedicated linear power supply
- Transformer: Large, low-noise transformer manufactured to Merason specifications
- Design objective: Stable, low-noise power delivery
- Construction: High-quality chassis and components
- Application: Replaces the standard external power supply supplied with the frérot
- Manufacturing: Handcrafted, assembled, and tested in Switzerland