WA11 Topaz/ vs Marantz HD-DAC1
The HD-DAC1's power @ 8ω is 0.8W against the WA11 Topaz/'s 1.2W, its max sample rate 192 kHz against 384 kHz, and its signal-to-noise 106 dB against 118 dB. Both share bit depth (24-bit).
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AmplifiersHeadphone AmplifiersDACs
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$595
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the WA11 Topaz/
The Woo Audio WA11 Topaz is an ultra-compact portable headphone amplifier and DAC designed for full-size headphones and sensitive IEMs. It uses a fully balanced, battery-powered, solid-state Class-A topology and includes separate USB-C ports for audio data and charging so it can be used while recharging. The DAC section uses an ESS Sabre chip and supports high-resolution PCM and DSD playback. It offers both balanced and single-ended headphone outputs, selectable high/low output levels, and a selectable DAC or analog line-in mode.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 384 kHz
- DSD Support
- DSD128
- MQA Support
- No
- DAC Chip
- ESS Sabre (ES9018M / SABRE Reference DAC)
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- SNR
- 118 dB
- Output Impedance
- 1Ω
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- USB Type-C
- Analog Inputs
- 4.4mm Pentaconn
- Analog Outputs
- 4.4mm Pentaconn, 6.35mm TRS
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 155 × 27 × 85 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 0.426 kg (1 lbs)
- Available Colors
- black
Key Specifications
Power: 1.2W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions