Audiolab D9

Digital to Analog Converter (DAC)

Audiolab D9

Digital to Analog Converter (DAC)
$1,499.00
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Overview

Upgrade your sound system setup using the Audiolab D9 DAC. Featuring an ES9038Pro 32 bit converter, Bluetooth 5.1 streaming, balanced XLR outputs, and a built in headphone amplifier, this unit provides versatile audio visual solutions for high resolution file playback.

Audiolab D9 is built to convert digital signals into clean analog audio for high end sound systems. At the center is an ES9038Pro 32 bit DAC that keeps harmonic distortion below 0.001 percent. The unit handles PCM up to 768kHz and DSD512 through PC USB. Coaxial and optical inputs support up to 192kHz. Balanced XLR outputs deliver a 4.1Vrms signal with a signal to noise ratio over 123dB. Unbalanced RCA line outputs are also included for direct connection to active components.

The D9 offers a range of digital inputs for easy integration with different media setups. It includes dual optical and dual coaxial inputs, plus AES3 EBU and Bluetooth 5.1 for wired and wireless streaming. Bluetooth supports aptX HD and LDAC for higher quality audio. A USB A port on the back lets the unit play local files from an attached hard drive, supporting formats like FLAC, WAV, and APE up to 96kHz. Digital outputs are available through optical and coaxial connections. Two 12V trigger outputs help automate power management for connected equipment.

A 2.8 inch IPS LCD screen on the front panel shows track information and offers digital or analog VU meter displays. Digital filter settings can be adjusted to match different listening preferences. The D9 also includes a headphone amplifier with a 2.35 ohm output impedance, able to drive headphones from 20 to 600 ohms directly from the front panel.

Details & Specs

Model D9
General Description DAC
Design Philosophy and Core Technology ES9038Pro 32-bit DAC
2.8" 480x640 large size full view IPS LCD
Bluetooth 5.1 (aptX / aptX HD / LDAC) streaming
Dedicated Current-Feedback Headphone Amp
VU Digital / VU Analogue Meter
USB HDD Playback with MP3/WMA/AAC/WAV/FLAC/APE compatibility
USB Firmware Upgrade
Inputs 2 x SPDIF (Coax)
2 x SPDIF (Optical)
1 x PC USB (USB B)
1 x USB HDD (USB A)
1 x Bluetooth (aptX / aptX HD)
1 x AES3/EBU
Outputs 1 x RCA
1 x XLR
1 x Headphone
2 x 12V Trigger
1 x Optical
1 x COAX outputs
Sampling Frequency Optical/Coaxial: 44.1kHz → 192kHz
USB HDD: 44.1kHz → 96kHz
PC USB: 44.1kHz → 768kHz (PCM) / DSD64, DSD128, DSD256, DSD512
DAC
D to A Converter ES9038Pro
Output Level (0dBFS, 1kHz) 2.05Vrms (RCA), 4.1Vrms (XLR)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) < 0.001% (1kHz @ 0dBFS)
Frequency Response 20Hz–20kHz (+/-0.1dB)
Output Impedance Not specified
Max. Sampling Frequency USB HDD: 96kHz
Optical, Coaxial: 192kHz
PC USB: PCM768kHz, DSD512
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N) > 118dB (A-weighted, RCA)
> 123dB (A-weighted, XLR)
Headphone Amplifier
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) < 0.01% (1kHz, 50mW)
Output Impedance 2.35 ohm
Load Impedance 20-600 ohm
General
Standby Power Consumption <0.5W
Net Weight 4.2 kg
Gross Weight 5.8 kg
Dimensions (mm) (W x H x D) 277 x 88.3 x 315mm
Carton Size (mm) (W x H x D) 409 x 220 x 451mm
Finish
Power Requirements (depending on region) 220-240V ~ 50/60Hz
100-120V ~ 50/60Hz
Standard Accessories Power Cord, Remote Control, User Manual, etc.

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