MP 2500 R vs Esoteric K-03XD SE
The K-03XD SE's signal-to-noise is 113 dB against the MP 2500 R's 116 dB. Both share max sample rate (384 kHz), thd (0.001%), and dsd support (DSD512).
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The T+A MP 2500 R is a multi-source player and digital-to-analog converter in the R series. It combines a precision linear-tracking SACD/CD transport with network streaming, digital inputs, and FM/FM-HD/DAB+ radio reception. Its PCM conversion uses T+A's Double Differential Quadruple Converter architecture, while DSD is handled by the company's True 1-Bit Converter. It provides balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA analog outputs, plus a coaxial digital output.
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The K-03XD SE's signal-to-noise is 113 dB against the MP 2500 R's 116 dB. Both share max sample rate (384 kHz), thd (0.001%), and dsd support (DSD512).
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The DP-570S's signal-to-noise is 121 dB against the MP 2500 R's 116 dB and its dsd support DSD256 against DSD512. Both share max sample rate (384 kHz) and thd (0.001%).
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