Level 4

About the Level 4

The Lampizator Level 4 DAC is a highly regarded digital-to-analog converter handmade in Poland by Lukasz Fikus. It supports PCM playback up to 24-bit/384 kHz and DSD up to DSD128. The DAC features a tube output stage and tube power supply with four music triodes and one rectifier, providing a warm and dynamic sound signature. It offers multiple digital inputs including USB, RCA S/PDIF, and optional Toslink or AES/EBU. The analog outputs can be single-ended RCA or balanced XLR, with balanced outputs available as an option. The design avoids oversampling and uses high-quality components such as Jupiter Copper paper/wax capacitors and a five-winding transformer. The unit is known for its very low noise floor, excellent dynamics, tonal shading, and natural note decay. It does not include a volume control. The chassis measures 430 mm wide, 130 mm high, and 330 mm deep, with front panel color options including black, silver, or smoked translucent. The DAC is customizable with various upgrades including capacitor upgrades and DSD decoding options. It comes with a 5-year warranty excluding tubes.