PerfectWave vs Accuphase DP-78
The DP-78's max sample rate is 192 kHz against the PerfectWave's 352.8 kHz and its weight 18.4 kg (41 lbs) against 9.98 kg (22 lbs). Both share bit depth (24-bit) and dsd support (DSD128).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$1,600 - $3,499
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the PerfectWave
“PS Audio PerfectWave” is a product family rather than one uniquely identified component. It has included the PerfectWave DAC, DirectStream DAC, Disc Transport/Memory Player, and the current PerfectWave SACD Transport. The specifications below describe the PS Audio PerfectWave SACD Transport, the clearest current product match. It is a digital disc and USB transport with no analog audio output; it is intended to feed a compatible DAC through I²S, AES/EBU, coaxial, or BNC digital connections. PS Audio currently lists the PerfectWave series and SACD Transport, so it is not generally considered discontinued. Older PerfectWave DAC and Disc Transport variants are no longer current products and may be discontinued.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 30W @ 8Ω
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 352.8 kHz
- DSD Support
- DSD128
- MQA Support
- No
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- I2S, Coaxial, AES/EBU, TOSLINK, USB
- Digital Outputs
- I2S, Coaxial, BNC, XLR
- Analog Outputs
- RCA
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 355.6 × 101.6 × 431.8 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 9.98 kg (22 lbs)
Never published
- Analog Output — the maker never published this. Checked 15 sources on 9 Sept 2026
Key Specifications
Power: 30W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions