Gold Note - DS-1000 EVO - DAC
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ℹ Product Information
Gold Note DS-1000 EVO - Streaming DAC
Immerse yourself in an auditory renaissance with the Gold Note DS-1000 EVO, a streaming DAC that flawlessly melds Italian craftsmanship with the zenith of digital audio technology.
Key Features
- Exquisite Dual-Mono D/A Conversion: The heart of the DS-1000 EVO beats with precision, housing two AKM AK4493 DAC chips in a Dual-Mono configuration that ensures absolute separation of the right and left audio channels.
- Support for a Spectrum of High-Resolution Formats: Whether you're a fan of MQA, PCM, or DSD, the DS-1000 EVO effortlessly decodes an extensive array of audio formats up to an impressive 32bit/384kHz and DSD512.
- Connectivity for the Modern Audiophile: With an abundance of streaming options, including Roon, Airplay, Tidal, Spotify Connect, and more, music is always at your fingertips.
- Class A Preamplifier Stage: Gold Note's meticulous design extends to a Class A preamplifier stage, assuring a warm, analog quality to your digital tracks.
- Roon Ready for Seamless Integration: As a Roon Ready device, the DS-1000 EVO is part of a network of products that offer a rich and user-friendly interface alongside reliable, high-performance streaming.
- Immaculate Headphone Amplification: The inclusion of a professional-grade 6.3mm headphone output with adjustable sensitivity ensures your private listening sessions are as evocative and rich as the music deserves.
- Technical Excellence with an Artisan Touch: Every detail, from the meticulous selection of audio-grade discrete components to the sturdy construction of the unit itself, exemplifies Gold Note's pursuit of acoustic perfection combined with Italian elegance.
- A Symphony of Inputs and Outputs: With a multitude of digital and analog inputs and outputs, the DS-1000 EVO is ready to become the hub of your high-end audio system.
- Conscious Power Consumption: Gold Note has engineered the DS-1000 EVO to be mindful of energy use without compromising performance.
- Comprehensive Remote and Onboard Controls: Coming equipped with a multifunctional remote control and user-friendly on-device controls, the DS-1000 EVO ensures that the power to fully manage your listening experience is always within reach.
Specifications
- Product Name: Gold Note - DS-1000 EVO - DAC
- Digital Audio Processing: Dual-Mono DAC design with 2x AKM AK4493 converters
- Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz +/-0.1dB
- Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): 0.001% max
- Signal to Noise Ratio: 125dB
- Dynamic Range: 120dB
- Output Impedance: RCA 50Ω / XLR 100Ω
- Preamp Stage: Class A (bypassable in DAC mode)
- Connectivity: LAN/WLAN (Dual-Band); Bluetooth 5.0 (HD); Roon Ready
- Streaming Services Compatibility: Roon, Airplay, MQA, Qobuz, Deezer, Spotify Connect, Tidal, vTuner
- MQA Support: Yes
- Supported Audio Formats (Network): PCM up to 32bit/384kHz, DSD256 (AIFF, ALAC, WAV, FLAC, MP3, Lossless, OGG, Monkey’s)
- Supported Media Servers: All UPnP/DLNA, Roon
- Digital Inputs: 1x RCA, 1x AES/EBU, 2x Optical TOS-Link, 1x USB-B, 1x USB-A
- Analogue Inputs (DS-1000 EVO LINE): 1x RCA unbalanced, 1x XLR balanced
- Audio Outputs: 1x unbalanced RCA, 1x balanced XLR, 1x headphone 6.3mm jack
- Power Supply: 100-240V / 50-60Hz, Multiple-Transformer design
- Power Consumption: 30W
- Fuse: 2A T
- Dimensions: 430mm W x 135mm H x 375mm D
- Weight: 10Kg net, 15Kg boxed
- Remote Control: Multifunctional remote control included
Experience the Gold Note DS-1000 EVO and embark on a sonic odyssey where every detail is magnified into a tapestry of pure sound. Contact The Audio Tailor today to unlock the full potential of your digital audio collection.
ℹ Specifications
| Specification Category | Details |
|-----------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Product Name | Gold Note - DS-1000 EVO - DAC |
| Digital Audio Processing | Dual-Mono DAC design with 2x AKM AK4493 converters |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz-20kHz +/-0.1dB |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | 0.001% max |
| Signal to Noise Ratio | 125dB |
| Dynamic Range | 120dB |
| Output Impedance | RCA 50Ω / XLR 100Ω |
| Preamp Stage | Class A (bypassable in DAC mode) |
| Connectivity | LAN/WLAN (Dual-Band); Bluetooth 5.0 (HD); Roon Ready |
| Streaming Services Compatibility | Roon, Airplay, MQA, Qobuz, Deezer, Spotify Connect, Tidal, vTuner|
| MQA Support | Yes |
| Supported Audio Formats (Network) | PCM up to 32bit/384kHz, DSD256 (AIFF, ALAC, WAV, FLAC, MP3, Lossless, OGG, Monkey’s) |
| Supported Media Servers | All UPnP/DLNA, Roon |
| Digital Inputs | 1x RCA, 1x AES/EBU, 2x Optical TOS-Link, 1x USB-B, 1x USB-A |
| Analogue Inputs (DS-1000 EVO LINE)| 1x RCA unbalanced, 1x XLR balanced |
| Audio Outputs | 1x unbalanced RCA, 1x balanced XLR, 1x headphone 6.3mm jack |
| Power Supply | 100-240V / 50-60Hz, Multiple-Transformer design |
| Power Consumption | 30W |
| Fuse | 2A T |
| Dimensions | 430mm W x 135mm H x 375mm D |
| Weight | 10Kg net, 15Kg boxed |
| Remote Control | Multifunctional remote control included |
| Main Models | DS-1000 EVO, DS-1000 EVO LINE |