YDA-01 vs Parasound Zdac
The Zdac's signal-to-noise is 110 dB against the YDA-01's 86 dB, its output voltage 2.4V RMS against 3.1V RMS, and its output impedance 160Ω against 2600Ω. Both share max sample rate (192 kHz).
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YDA-01
Yamamoto Sound CraftDigitalDACs
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$320
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the YDA-01
The Yamamoto Sound Craft YDA-01 is a premium digital-to-analog converter from Japan, emphasizing simplicity and power supply quality. It employs two PCM1794A DAC chips in dual mono configuration for channel separation, a CS8416 digital processor, and a unique output circuit using a single PNP transistor without feedback to convert current output to voltage, preserving musical naturalness and dynamics. A large custom toroidal transformer with separate windings for digital, analog, and output sections, plus multiple regulators (three for digital processor, four for DAC, two for output), ensures low interference and powerful bass. Housed in a champagne-finished chassis with Japanese cherry wood side panels, it offers one coaxial RCA digital input and RCA analog outputs. Reviews praise its spacious, transparent sound with excellent imaging and bass impact, competing with high-end players.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Max Sample Rate
- 192 kHz
- MQA Support
- No
- DAC Chip
- PCM1794A
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- SNR
- 86 dB
- Output Voltage
- 3.1V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 2600Ω
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- Coaxial
- Analog Outputs
- RCA
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 420 × 94 × 290 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 5.2 kg (11 lbs)
- Available Colors
- Champagne finish with Japanese cherry wood side panels
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions