SDR-2000 vs Accuphase DP-78
The DP-78's bit depth is 24-bit against the SDR-2000's 20-bit, its max sample rate 192 kHz against 48 kHz, and its signal-to-noise 114 dB against 120 dB. Both share thd (0.001%).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$4,331.68
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the SDR-2000
The Spectral Audio SDR-2000 Professional D/A processor is a reference-grade digital processor built around a separate processor chassis and outboard DPS-2000 power supply. It was designed for HDCD playback and advanced digital decoding, with Spectral's Time Star clocking system intended to reduce jitter and improve timing accuracy. The Pro version includes the PMD100 HDCD decoder/filter as standard and uses four custom 20-bit DACs in a balanced configuration. It is listed by Stereophile at a price of $8,195.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 20-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 48 kHz
- MQA Support
- No
- DAC Chip
- Custom DACs
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.001%
- SNR
- 120 dB
- Output Voltage
- 1.0V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 100Ω
- Max Output Voltage
- 2.0V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- RCA, AES/EBU, TosLink, Spectralink
- Analog Outputs
- XLR, RCA
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 480 × 108 × 400 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 20.87 kg (46 lbs)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions