I've been wanting a Holo Audio May dac for a few years now. This time it worked. My regular point of contact at Magna first sold my dac quickly and for a fair price. Because there was some delivery time on the Holo, I got a loan dac available. The ordered Holo May kt still arrived surprisingly quickly. It is now really enjoyable, partly due to the very pleasant service of Magna Hifi. Basically like I've always been used to. Really a very nice company. So recommended again!!

There is so much good to read about the HoloAudio May Dac KTE in reviews. I was a bit sceptical, but my high expectations weren't too high. Listening to the May, the music is full and present in the room. It is a pleasure to enjoy the richness of sound. Advice: reserve time for other activities, the attraction of May leads to the rediscovery of your music collection. ;-) May is here to stay!

There has been a lot said and written about this DAC. I am certainly not the first, and probably not the last. I took the plunge and switched from another brand/type in the same price range. I had been warned. This machine is good, very good! I've been using this DAC for a few weeks now, and it has completely exceeded my expectations. The sound quality is exceptional, with clear highs and deep, rich lows. The build quality is also top-notch, and it feels sturdy and well-made. Overall, I'm extremely impressed with this DAC. I couldn't be happier with my decision to switch.

After only 4 days of "burn-in", I have to admit that Holo May is exceeding my expectations! The sound is very natural and smooth in the same time, there is no "digital" hiss on trebles and the bass is incredible well defined! I've made "on the fly" A/B tests with my turntable records and the sound is pretty close to the vinyl analogue sound, which is fantastic!! Compared with my previous DACs (Mytek Manhattan II, Rockna Wavelight), Holo May KTE plays in a completely different league! Many thanks again Jos for the great service and support, as always! All the best, Sorin

What can I say, I am still quite speechless and impressed, it's like listening to analog music with digital equipment. A wonderful DAC, which fits perfectly with the Ferrum Hypsos/Oor to the Hifiman Susvara.

Second experience with Magna. Some time ago, I purchased a Holo Bliss KTE. Extremely happy with this purchase. So much so that I became interested in other Holo products. My interest in a Holo May DAC was sparked. I contacted Rob and Jos at Magna again. After making an appointment, I made a long journey to Heiloo to listen to the May. It was worth the trip! I was very kindly received and given ample opportunity to listen to the May. Ultimately, I ordered the May KTE. It was quickly shipped after arrival. The device has now been running for some time and is really starting to open up. What a fantastic combination the Bliss and the May make. I am particularly impressed by the natural way the music is reproduced, just as the artist intended. I am very satisfied with this combo and have now found my ideal setup.

Just wanted to tell you that I really like the „Holy“ May and want to keep it! Whatever I throw at it, it sounds amazing. Already sold my PS Audio DAC. I have the impression that I get the best sound through the combination of Intona to the USB board of the May. Interestingly I get the sound signature of the May through every connection may it be Coax, I2S, Toslink…. I like the naturalness and closeness to the real music as I experience it in concerts or also through my vinyl setup. Really, really fascinating. Now I love to hear digital as well and it is no longer a compromise. You have a new very happy customer!

The DAC arrived in perfect condition and it' working damn well. It was a pleasure to deal with you. Best regards Radu

After much deliberation, I made the decision and traveled to Rob in Heiloo to hear the difference between the May Level 2 and KTE. That was clear and in the end we took the KTE version home. What a top DAC. The other DACs simply had no chance. Fantastic and unprecedented performance this R2R DAC!

I find the current playback sound so natural, smooth, refined and easy that I keep listening. I am better able to let go of technical listening and enjoy a nice piece of music better and that is ultimately the goal… ..

Very impressive DAC especially for the price! This is the best DAC you can get for the price, in my opinion. It can be compared to DACs that cost twice its price!

I thought I would send you some initial listening impressions after a longer music session last night. In a word ‘Wow!’ Any doubts I had about the May KTE’s ability to match the dynamic sound of my Schiit Yggdrasil DAC (which I loved) evaporated when I played some really well-recorded, CDs with huge dynamic range. The sound was explosive! I listened to all sorts of genres- Rock, Jazz, Folk, Classical..and whatever I tried, it all sounded ‘right’. The PLL is incredible! My old Logitech Transporter’s sound quality via BNC is almost indistinguishable from Jay’s CDT vis I2S. A remarkable achievement. I think I now have my ‘end game’ audio system..for now 😉 Thank you Jos and Rob for your advice and help.

The built quality is exceptional. Fantastic sounding DAC in comparison with my old BurrBrown DAC and I also tested very expensive delta-sigma DACs. They sound analytical, not engaging and have a flat soundstage compared to the May KTE. The May is unbelievably smooth (organic) sounding, with the best soundstage and holographic presentation I have ever heard !

The gear looks good and after some 40 hours of break-in it sounds already great: tonality well balanced, soundstage expanded (compared to my former setup) every instrument at its proper place, revealing yet natural. Miles Davis' ‚Tutu‘ for example always sounded a bit sharp and harsh; now the SERENE-MAY-combination provides more details in well separated layers but still a homogeneous sound. Comparing some high-res-files with CD-quality differences seem apparent even in non-audiophile recordings like RHCP ,Blood, Sugar, Sex Magic‘. Finally, the dac seems to love the piano and so do my wife and I. Up to now it is a great pleasure and maybe the best is yet to come.

Purchased one of the best end game DACs (Holo audio may KTE). Had some scares during the burn in process, but Magna was super understanding. All I needed was patience, my May KTE just took 11 days before it sounded magical. :) Magna's service is simply outstanding, these guys deserve your trust and business, especially when you invest in your audiophile hobby.

From Kitsune I received my HOLO AUDIO MAY DAC kte about 10 days ago. I listen to Lieder, string quartets, symphonic music and opera. Listening to my favorite works with MAY is magical. So much detail with a complete absence of anything unnatural really immerses me into recordings I have adored for a long time. The clarity is scary without calling attention to itself. This DAC is neither “bright” nor “dark”, simply …accurate. My inner experience is so visceral, I must choose works with which I am prepared to connect. I can detect no bandwidth limitation and so far, every instrument and voice sounds impeccably “right”. Nothing is exaggerated nor subdued – only believable. And so much texture is grin-inducing. I am very happy to hear my favorite music through such an accomplished instrument. This machine is important to me. I am closer to the sounds I need to make living worth it. My Jay’s Audio CDT-2 Mkll. disc transport is connected to MAY via I2S HDMI (PSAudio pinout) connection. ECJ

I am amazed at how good it is ! Simply incredible. Best DAC below 15k EURO. Period.

But o´boy does the May sound glorious! So natural, realistic and effortless. It really let’s you connect deeply with the music. I had the Chord DAVE with M Scaler home last week. The May wins and not with a small margin. May is hands down the best DAC I ever experienced.

I got the HoloAudio May KTE 4 weeks ago and I must say that I am really impressed with that DAC, absolutely happy with it.

The Mano sounds great with Rockna DAC using I2S connection

Hello, I had to write again and thank Rob for the super type. I have had the Mano Ultra MKIII the most expensive version for over a year. I am super satisfied I have written before . So far I have used piCorePlayer and LMS played it amazingly well . Rob gave me the type to run roon Server and use Mano as a roon-bridge with GentooPlayer I will say yes I already had a few things in my house now it's the best Streaming I've ever heard . If you want to really hear what Mano Ultra MKIII can install GentooPlayer and fire through roon . You can also take the trial version after that there will be no return 😁. Thanks also for the super service

I love the Mano Ultra Mk3 its so transparent

Set up was a breeze. Roon recognized the unit immediately, in two versions ASLA and Airplay. What strikes me immediately is the “musical insight” created from the tonal and harmonic properties the Mano reproduces, set within an acoustic field that is deep and wide. Metaphors come to mind such as ‘fullness’, ‘body’, ‘naturalness’. The musical insight carries over to rhythm, just the right forward movement. The tone overall is warmish, appealing, devoid of digital glare. (As I write I am listening to S. Richter playing the Eroica Variations - full-throated piano tone!) The power cable no doubt contributes to the overall effect. I am impressed … and know for sure that I have received a musical gift.

I purchased the Mano-Ultra Mk-lll about 3 months ago, as the new PS DirectSteam Mk-ll does not have the network bridge as the DS-1 The Mano-Ultra Mk-lll is simply an outstanding music streamer…it out performed the install network bridge in the DS-1 in transparency, resolution, and sound stage depth and width In fact playing a track on the PS Audio DirectStream Memory Player Mk-Il, then switching to the same track on Qobuz through the Mano-Ultra Mk-lll is almost impossible to tell the difference..it’s that great I am using I2S connection, but I installed a custom made 110 ohm digital cable made from Mogami AES-EBU Cable and difference is hard to hear… If have the knowledge the Mano-Ultra Mk-lll can be set up for YouTube as an app to be controlled by the Mano-Ultra Mk-lll same as Qobuz or Tidal bypassing AIRPLAY… The Guys at Magna HiFi are great for technical support…Rob especially help me understand how to setup the Mano-Ultra Mk-lll THE MANO-ULTRA MK-lll is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Glad everything was sorted out quickly. I am very happy with my 'new' installation. The fun started last Saturday. Really great as I sound the Ultra III! Kind regards from a very satisfied customer.