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Hey folks, What follows is a press brief on our newest product. From a vectorscope and “mix minus” or karaoke mode to new speaker break–in and troubleshooting, MAATgo has something for everybody. Review copies available… MAATgo Gives Computer Audiophiles Unprecedented Control Company announces release of first consumer product aimed at playback of HRA streams and files MAAT Incorporated, a manufacturer of exceptional performance professional audio solutions, today announced the release of a cross platform plug–in and native application for routing, matrixing and visualization of digital audio. While the new creation represents the debut of MAAT’s first product designed specifically for hi–fi enthusiasts, MAATgo enhances all music playback from computers. Building on the foundations of MAAT’s 2BusControl and GŌN plug–ins, the new MAATgo augments and enhances the audiophile user experience. As with other members of MAAT’s product family, its double precision internal architecture contributes to uncompromising quality and exacting fidelity. In simpler times, a benchmark of the Golden Age of High Fidelity was the APT Corporation’s Holman Preamplifier. Another reference for home audio enthusiasts was the Japanese trend to include a CRT–based “vectorscope” in higher end receivers. MAATgo combines the routing, visualization and control of touchstone component separates with additional matrixing modes and a precision balance adjustment for complete control of file–based “computer audio” playback and HRA (high resolution audio) on–demand delivery services. The product is delivered in all modern plug–in formats, including cross–platform AAX, VST 2 and 64 bit VST 3 as well as a Universal Binary 2 AU for macOS. In addition to the plug–in, which is supported by top flight, audio–only players like Amarra and Audirvana, MAATgo also includes a “native” or standalone application for use with HRA streaming through services such as TIDAL and Qobuz. Sample rates up to 384 kHz are supported for top echelon HRA content. Perpetual licenses for MAATgo are available now, exclusively from MAAT. Additional information, including demo downloads and user manuals, are accessible anytime at www.MAAT.digital on the web.

This error message is a gem from Windows 8 Pro 64 bit. The message pops up when trying to install XMOS / Thesycon USB drivers that haven't been "signed". Windows 8 Pro 64 bit enforces code signing more rigorously than the 32 bit version. To get around this error and install the unsigned USB drivers for your DAC follow these instructions. On the "Metro" Start Screen move your mouse to the upper or lower right corner of the screen. When the Charms menu appears click on the Gear icon, usually the bottom icon. On the following little screen select More PC Settings. After than a screen with several options on the left will appear. Select General on the left menu. Scroll to the bottom on the right and selectRestart Now under Advanced Setup. Your PC will appear to restart then popup another menu with options. Select Troubleshoot, then Advanced Options, then Windows Startup Settings, then Restart. Once the PC restarts select the option (number 7 maybe?) that says Disable Driver Signature Enforcement. When Windows boots you'll be able to install the XMOS / Thesycon USb drivers for your USB DAC. Restarting after than will return the PC to its normal code enforcement policy. To Disable Driver Signature Enforcement permanently follow these instructions: On the "Metro" Start Screen right click any blanks space. Select All Apps in the lower right corner. Scroll until you find Command Prompt. Right click Command Prompt then select run as administrator from the new menu that appears at the bottom of the screen. In the command prompt window type the following commands and hit enter. bcdedit -set loadoptions DISABLE_INTEGRITY_CHECKS bcdedit -set TESTSIGNING ON To re-enable Driver Signature Enforcement permanently follow these instructions: On the "Metro" Start Screen right click any blanks space. Select All Apps in the lower right corner. Scroll until you find Command Prompt. Right click Command Prompt then select run as administrator from the new menu that appears at the bottom of the screen. In the command prompt window type the following commands and hit enter. bcdedit -set loadoptions ENABLE_INTEGRITY_CHECKS bcdedit -set TESTSIGNING OFF