DAC9 vs Luxman DA-07X
The DA-07X's max sample rate is 768 kHz against the DAC9's 384 kHz, its signal-to-noise 124 dB against 114 dB, and its thd 0.001% against 0.002%. Both share bit depth (24-bit).
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DigitalDACs
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$12,000
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About the DAC9
The Audio Research DAC9 is a premium digital-to-analog converter from the Foundation Series, designed to deliver exceptional musicality and detail. Featuring a vacuum tube analog stage with a pair of 6H30 tubes, the DAC9 employs a quad DAC architecture for balanced signal processing and wide dynamic range. It supports PCM resolutions up to 24-bit/384kHz via USB and native DSD (up to 2x DSD), with all inputs upsampled to 384kHz for optimal performance. The DAC9 offers five digital inputs (USB, RCA, BNC, AES/EBU, Toslink) and both balanced (XLR) and single-ended (RCA) analog outputs. Selectable digital filters and native-rate upsampling allow users to tailor the sound to their preferences. Hand-built in Minnesota, the DAC9 is renowned for its robust construction, refined sound, and tube-driven warmth.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 384 kHz
- DSD Support
- DSD256
- MQA Support
- No
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.002%
- SNR
- 114 dB
- Output Voltage
- 3.8V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 500Ω
- Max Output Voltage
- 3.8V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- USB, BNC, AES/EBU, Toslink
- Analog Inputs
- RCA
- Analog Outputs
- Balanced XLR, Single-ended RCA
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 480 × 137 × 348 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 6.3 kg (14 lbs)
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