X-03SE vs Accuphase DP-78
The DP-78's signal-to-noise is 114 dB against the X-03SE's 112 dB. Both share bit depth (24-bit), max sample rate (192 kHz), and thd (0.001%).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$4,000
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About the X-03SE
The Esoteric X-03SE is a high-end Super Audio CD/CD player from around 2007-2008, featuring the premium VRDS-NEO transport mechanism with a rigid bridge chassis, duralumin platter, and Hall-effect three-phase motor for precise disc playback. It employs dual 24-bit Burr-Brown PCM1704 DACs per channel for stereo analog output, supporting both unbalanced RCA and balanced XLR connections. Additional features include IEEE 1394/i.Link for multichannel digital output, external word clock input via BNC for jitter reduction, and digital outputs (coaxial, optical, NextGen). Renowned for its tank-like 23.6kg build quality, exceptional resolution, musicality, deep bass, PRAT, and dynamics, it excels with both CD and SACD formats, outperforming many contemporaries in transparency and realism. No longer manufactured.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 192 kHz
- MQA Support
- No
- DAC Chip
- Burr-Brown PCM1704
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.001%
- SNR
- 112 dB
- Output Voltage
- 2.5V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- coaxial, optical, IEEE1394/i.Link (Firewire), NextGen
- Analog Outputs
- unbalanced RCA, balanced XLR
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 442 × 153 × 353 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 23.6 kg (52 lbs)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions