DiVA DV79 vs Esoteric DV-50S
The DV-50S's signal-to-noise is 108 dB against the DiVA DV79's 105 dB and its thd 0.001% against 0.005%. Both share bit depth (24-bit) and max sample rate (192 kHz).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$695
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About the DiVA DV79
The Arcam DiVA DV79 is an enthusiast-level DVD player released around 2004-2005, designed and manufactured in the UK. It delivers reference-quality audio and video performance, featuring HDMI digital video output, progressive scan capabilities, and support for DVD-Audio, DVD-Video, CD, VCD, SVCD, MP3, and WMA. It includes onboard 5.1 channel decoders for Dolby Digital, DTS, and Dolby Pro Logic II, with a unique audio delay manager (0-150ms) for lip-sync. Praised for stunning hi-fi sound on CDs and DVD-A, gorgeous progressive scan pictures, and solid build, though it lacks SACD and DivX support. It is discontinued and no longer manufactured.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 192 kHz
- MQA Support
- No
- DAC Chip
- Wolfson WM8740
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.005%
- SNR
- 105 dB
- Output Voltage
- 2.2V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Outputs
- Coaxial, Optical
- Analog Outputs
- 5.1 analog, stereo analog
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 435 × 80 × 350 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 5.2 kg (11 lbs)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions