Audiolab D7 D/A Converter Desktop DAC + Unboxed | The Listening Post | TLPCHC TLPWLG

#AudiolabD7 D/A Converter #DesktopDAC + #Unboxed. Smart, Compact and Brilliant-Sounding DAC Born from Audiolab’s pioneering M-DAC lineage and a family of modern DAC-equipped electronics, the D7 continues the tradition of class-leading DAC performance at an entry-level price. Compact, Affordable, High-End Performance The Audiolab M-DAC changed the scene of affordable audiophile DAC technology upon its launch in 2011. It set the path for Audiolab’s DAC integration in a plethora of award-winning, benchmark-setting hi-fi components – with current evolution sitting at the flagship and revered 9000 series. As a pioneer in affordable hi-fi electronics, dating back to the brand’s origins, the Audiolab 6000 and more recent 7000 series offer world-renowned performance at astonishing price points. Following this philosophy, with more than a hint of ‘trickle down’ technology, benefiting from thousands of hours of development of class-leading components, the Audiolab D7 is a new tabletop DAC that oozes the simplicity and clarity that Audiolab is famed for, taking to task the industry’s more affordable DAC offerings, the D7 distills high-end engineering into a compact and affordable package. Compact, rugged and uncompromising in features, the D7 is designed to reflect the traditional Audiolab styling, fit and finish. It comes equipped with an OLED display and an intuitive operational menu that offers instant access to the features, functions and performance capabilities that set it apart from other DAC offerings within this class. Unlike many rivals, the D7’s display, menu and remote control are designed to enhance usability beyond buttons, LEDs and the restricted functionality that one may be accustomed to at this price. State-Of-The-Art Chipset Taking heavy influence from the Audiolab 7000A, the D7 incorporates state-of-the-art digital-to-analogue signal conversion in the form of the ESS9038Q2M chipset. This enables digital sources to be introduced to analogue systems—a CD transport or wireless streamer, for instance. Connectivity in Abundance The D7 has four S/PDIF inputs—two coaxial and two optical— a USB HDD input for playback from external flash drives, and a USB type-B input for PCs, Macs, smartphones, or tablets. It also offers the option of coaxial, optical, or analogue RCA and fully balanced XLR outputs, making it a highly versatile digital audio hub. Bluetooth reception is included, too, with support for multiple codecs, including aptX HD, and Bluetooth 5.1 compliance for optimum range and speed. High-Resolution Audio and Full MQA Decoding The new-generation 32-bit Sabre chip – the ES9038Q2M- is a benchmark in DAC standards. However, accompanied by proprietary circuitry to make the most of the ESS HyperStream II architecture and Time Domain Jitter Eliminator for ultra-low noise and high dynamic range, Audiolab engineers have the proven knowhow in implementation of this chip to make class-leading Digital Audio Conversion devices. The D7 offers hi-res audio support with DSD up to 22.5792MHz (DSD512) and 32-bit/768kHz PCM via USB, or 24-bit/192kHz PCM over S/PDIF (optical and coaxial). It’s also a full MQA decoder, with the complete ‘three unfold’ decoding process performed internally, rather than just the final unfold in the manner of an MQA renderer. Designed to match the Audiolab 6000 & 7000 series, the D7’s aluminium chassis, tactile controls, OLED display, and full remote control enhance usability while maintaining Audiolab’s signature sleek and sophisticated aesthetic. The Audiolab D7 sets a new standard for entry-level DACs, proving that affordability doesn’t mean compromise. Features… ES9038Q2M 32-bit DAC MQA Full decoder (PC USB, Coax / Optical) Bluetooth 5.1 (aptX / aptX HD) streaming Dedicated Current-Feedback Headphone Amp Supports playing USB memory device (MP3 / WMA / APE / AAC / WAV / FLAC) USB Firmware Upgrade Specifications… Inputs: 2 x SPDIF (Coax), 2 x SPDIF (Optical), 1 x PC USB (USB B), 1 x USB HDD (USB A), 1 x Bluetooth (aptX / aptX HD) Outputs: 1 x RCA, 1 x XLR, 1 x Headphone, 2 x 12V Trigger, 1 x Optical, 1 x Coax Sampling Frequency: Optical/Coaxial: 44.1kHz–192kHz USB HDD: 44.1kHz–96kHz PC USB: 44.1kHz–768kHz (PCM) / DSD64, DSD128, DSD256, DSD512 DAC D to A Converter: ES9038Q2M Output Level (0dBFS, 1kHz): 2.05Vrms (RCA), 4.1Vrms (XLR) Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): 0.001% (1kHz @ 0dBFS) Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz (+/-0.2dB) Output Impedance: 120 ohm Max. Sampling Frequency: USB HDD: 96kHz Optical, Coaxial: 192kHz PC USB: PCM768kHz, DSD512 Signal-to-noise Ratio (S/N): 115dB (A-weighted, RCA) 117dB (A-weighted, XLR) Join us on our other platforms:- Facebook :: https://www.facebook.com/TLPCHC Instagram :: https://www.instagram.com/tlpchc Pinterest :: https://nz.pinterest.com/TLPCHC_TLPWLG Twitter :: https://www.twitter.com/tlpchc Tumblr :: https://thelisteningpost.tumblr.com WWW :: http://www.listeningpost.co.nz Buy me a beer :: https://buymeacoffee.com/tlpchc