TAD-DA1000TX vs Esoteric N-05XD
The N-05XD's signal-to-noise is 105 dB against the TAD-DA1000TX's 115 dB and its output voltage 5.0V RMS against 2.0V RMS. Both share max sample rate (384 kHz) and dsd support (DSD256).
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About the TAD-DA1000TX
The TAD-DA1000TX is a premium DAC from Technical Audio Devices Laboratories designed to handle high-resolution digital sources in a pure signal path. It offers multiple digital inputs, balanced and unbalanced analog outputs, a dedicated headphone amplifier, and a line output with its own volume control so it can be connected directly to a power amplifier. TAD positions it as part of the Evolution Series and emphasizes low-noise circuitry, independent power supplies, and high-quality build. It is presented as an active current model on TAD’s product pages, so it is not indicated as discontinued.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Max Sample Rate
- 384 kHz
- DSD Support
- DSD256
- MQA Support
- No
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- SNR
- 115 dB
- Output Voltage
- 2.0V RMS
- Max Output Voltage
- 4.0V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- XLR (AES/EBU), coaxial, optical, USB 2.0 high-speed Type B
- Analog Inputs
- balanced stereo XLR, unbalanced stereo RCA
- Digital Outputs
- XLR, coaxial
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 440 × 150 × 406 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 16.5 kg (36 lbs)
- Available Colors
- black brushed aluminum (K), silver brushed aluminum (S)
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