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About the X-SABRE 3
Matrix Audio X-SABRE 3 is a network-capable streaming DAC that combines a high-end DAC section with built-in music streaming functions. It is designed for use in traditional hi-fi stereo systems or headphone systems as a DAC/streamer and can also operate as a digital preamp with variable output control. It supports network playback and major streaming services including Roon Ready, TIDAL Connect, Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2, and DLNA/UPnP, and it offers wired and wireless network connectivity.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 768 kHz
- DSD Support
- DSD512
- MQA Support
- Yes
- DAC Chip
- ESS ES9038PRO
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.000%
- SNR
- 134 dB
- Output Voltage
- 2.4V RMS
- Max Output Voltage
- 4.8V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- Yes
- Ethernet
- Yes
- Digital Inputs
- coaxial, optical, AES/EBU, IIS-LVDS, USB
- Analog Outputs
- RCA, XLR
Streaming Services
Supported streaming platforms and protocols
- AirPlay
- v2
- Chromecast
- No
- Roon Ready
- Yes
- Spotify Connect
- Yes
- TIDAL Connect
- Yes
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 310 × 43 × 218 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 3.4 kg (7 lbs)
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