BA1 vs NuPrime DAC-8
The DAC-8's bit depth is 24-bit against the BA1's 16-bit, its max sample rate 384 kHz against 48 kHz, its signal-to-noise 110 dB against 115 dB, and its output voltage 2.0V RMS against 1.4V RMS.
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$349
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About the BA1
The Shanling BA1 is a compact desktop Hi-Fi Bluetooth receiver designed to add wireless audio to a stereo system, headphone setup, or computer. It combines a Bluetooth receiver, DAC, headphone amplifier, USB DAC, and optical digital transport in one low-profile unit. It supports high-resolution Bluetooth playback with codecs such as LDAC and aptX HD, and it can be controlled through Shanling’s mobile app for codec selection, filters, balance, and EQ.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 16-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 48 kHz
- MQA Support
- No
- DAC Chip
- ESS Sabre ES9218P
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- SNR
- 115 dB
- Output Voltage
- 1.4V RMS
- Max Output Voltage
- 2.0V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- Yes
- Bluetooth Codecs
- LDAC, LHDC, aptX HD, aptX LL, aptX, AAC, SBC
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- USB
- Analog Inputs
- 3.5 mm, RCA
- Digital Outputs
- optical
- Analog Outputs
- 3.5 mm, RCA
Streaming Services
Supported streaming platforms and protocols
- AirPlay
- No
- Chromecast
- No
- Roon Ready
- No
- Spotify Connect
- No
- TIDAL Connect
- No
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 120 × 100 × 26 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 0.205 kg (0 lbs)
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