DAC 5 Special vs DAC 5
The DAC 5 matches the DAC 5 Special on bit depth (18-bit), max sample rate (96 kHz), output voltage (3.2V RMS), and output impedance (600Ω).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$27,000
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About the DAC 5 Special
The Audio Note (UK) DAC 5 Special is a high-end digital-to-analogue converter using an Analog Devices AD1865N 18-bit conversion system and Audio Note’s transformer-coupled analogue architecture. It accepts 44.1, 48 and 96 kHz digital signals through RCA S/PDIF and XLR AES/EBU inputs, and provides 600-ohm balanced XLR or single-ended RCA outputs. Its valve-based analogue stage, transformer interfaces and analogue filtering are designed to preserve musical timing, tonal naturalness and dynamic expression. The unit weighs approximately 22 kg.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 18-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 96 kHz
- MQA Support
- No
- DAC Chip
- Analog Devices AD1865
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- Output Voltage
- 3.2V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 600Ω
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Inputs
- RCA, XLR
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Weight
- 22 kg (49 lbs)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions