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About the D-05X
The Esoteric D-05X is a premium digital-to-analog converter (DAC) designed to deliver uncompromising sound quality. It features 34-bit D/A processing with 1024 times the resolution of standard 24-bit converters, utilizing eight AK4497 DAC chips (four per channel) for extremely low noise and excellent linearity. The D-05X supports high-resolution audio formats including DSD up to 22.5 MHz and PCM up to 768 kHz/32-bit. It incorporates Esoteric's proprietary ES-LINK4 digital data interface and ESOTERIC-HCLD super buffer amplifiers derived from their flagship Grandioso series, enabling powerful direct current transmission and high slew rates for accurate, dynamic sound reproduction. The DAC also offers a unique ES-LINK Analog current signal output for enhanced analog signal transmission. Additional features include a high-precision custom VCXO clock with clock sync function, multiple digital inputs (ES-LINK, XLR, coaxial, TOSLINK, USB), and analog outputs (XLR and RCA). The D-05X supports PCM up-sampling and D-to-D conversion with selectable rates and phase inversion on XLR outputs. Its robust chassis is made of brushed aluminum and steel, measuring 445mm x 131mm x 360mm and weighing 14 kg. The device is compatible with Esoteric's PC driver and HR Audio Player software for optimal USB playback performance.
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