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NWO-M

Name: APL Hi-Fi NWO-M
Brand: APL Hi-Fi

APL Hi-Fi

DigitalDACsCD Players

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About the NWO-M

The APL NWO-M is a flagship digital player designed by APL Hi-Fi, utilizing the highest quality Esoteric VRDS-NEO transport mechanism, renowned for its precision and low noise. Its digital-to-analog conversion employs an unprecedented 20 AKM 4399 32-bit DAC chips per channel, operated in a unique configuration to maximize performance beyond typical consumer DACs. The analog output stage is tube-based, featuring custom Lundahl transformers and ECC99 tubes, delivering a warm, natural, and highly detailed sound signature. The design philosophy emphasizes a 'house sound' inspired by analog listening preferences, focusing on musicality rather than solely technical specifications. The unit is considered a radical rebuild of the Esoteric chassis with proprietary circuitry and power supply enhancements. Due to its complexity and cost, it remains a rare and highly regarded component in the audiophile community.

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