Simaudio MOON 681 North Collection Network Player / DAC

Simaudio MOON 681 North Collection Network Player / DAC

The MOON 681 is a feature-rich and meticulously engineered digital source component that leverages MOON's cutting-edge design and advanced digital audio technologies. It is the perfect companion to the 641 amplifier, offering a seamless user experience as part of the North Collection. At the same time, it serves as a full-service digital front end for any analog amplifier, providing clear, natural, and extremely precise sound reproduction.

Seamless Experience

The MOON 681 is a network player and DAC designed to create a completely seamless connection between digital sources and analog amplification. At its core are the MiND 2 platform, the MDE1 digital engine, and MHV (MOON Hybrid Volume) level control.

The device supports high-resolution formats (PCM and DSD), offering clarity, balance, and natural sound reproduction. Streaming services such as TIDAL, Qobuz, Deezer, and Spotify operate natively, and Roon Ready compatibility, AirPlay, Bluetooth aptX, and Spotify Connect are also included—ensuring long-term usability and an easy user experience.

Designed for Clarity

The MOON 681’s 4.3” color display presents album artwork, format, source, and playback status clearly and legibly. The user interface provides access to all essential functions without unnecessary complexity, and the precise, minimalist buttons on the front panel complement the smooth user experience.

Standby power consumption is only 5 W, and the device is always instantly ready for operation. The display, power supply, and entire mechanical structure reflect the values of the North Collection series: clarity, stability, and long-lasting consistency.

Intuitive Connectivity

The MOON 681 offers six digital inputs, including HDMI ARC, AES/EBU, USB audio, optical, and coaxial connections. Analog outputs are available as both fixed and variable RCA and XLR connections. The balanced internal structure combined with MDE1 and MHV technology ensures interference-free and undistorted signal processing. The device functions as a perfect digital preamplifier solution in any modern stereo setup. MOONLink integration allows for easy and elegant coordination with other MOON components, offering high usability and performance tailored to audio reproduction requirements.

• 6 digital inputs
• 1 HDMI connection with ARC support
• MiND 2 module
• MDE-1 DAC technology
• MHV (MOON Hybrid Volume) level control
• Fully balanced construction
• 4.3” color graphic display
• BRM-1 intelligent remote control