Nyquist ONE vs Esoteric N-05XD
The N-05XD's signal-to-noise is 105 dB against the Nyquist ONE's 100 dB and its thd 0.002% against 0.010%. Both share bit depth (32-bit) and max sample rate (384 kHz).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$21,990
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About the Nyquist ONE
The Brinkmann Audio Nyquist ONE is a flagship streaming DAC that reimagines Brinkmann’s Nyquist digital processor with a revised power supply and new circuit-board layout. It keeps Brinkmann’s modular, upgradeable philosophy, with future digital modules remaining compatible with earlier Nyquist models, and it is expected to be available in October 2025.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 32-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 384 kHz
- DSD Support
- DSD256
- MQA Support
- Yes
- DAC Chip
- ESS ES9018S
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.010%
- SNR
- 100 dB
- Output Voltage
- 3.5V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 10Ω
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- Yes
- Digital Inputs
- USB, SPDIF/coaxial, AES/EBU, TosLink optical
- Analog Outputs
- balanced XLR, single-ended RCA, discrete balanced headphone output
Streaming Services
Supported streaming platforms and protocols
- AirPlay
- No
- Chromecast
- No
- Roon Ready
- Yes
- Spotify Connect
- No
- TIDAL Connect
- No
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 420 × 95 × 310 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 12 kg (26 lbs)
- Available Colors
- all Black, all Silver, Silver faceplate with Black chassis and heat sinks
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions