ZD3 vs SMSL D-6S
The D-6S's signal-to-noise is 129 dB against the ZD3's 126 dB. Both share bit depth (32-bit), max sample rate (768 kHz), and thd (0.000%).
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DigitalDACsPre-Amplifiers
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$156 - $180
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the ZD3
The ZD3 is a fully balanced desktop digital-to-analog converter and preamplifier built around an ESS ES9039Q2M DAC and XMOS XU316 USB processor. It accepts digital audio through USB, HDMI ARC, optical, coaxial, and Bluetooth, and provides balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA outputs. Features include a 1.5-inch OLED display, remote control, preamp-bypass function, 12V trigger input and output, and a socketed op-amp stage. USB playback supports PCM up to 32-bit/768 kHz and DSD512; optical and coaxial inputs support PCM up to 24-bit/192 kHz.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 32-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 768 kHz
- DSD Support
- DSD512
- DAC Chip
- ESS ES9039Q2M
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.000%
- SNR
- 126 dB
- Output Voltage
- 2.5V RMS
- Max Output Voltage
- 5.0V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- Yes
- Bluetooth Codecs
- SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD
- Digital Inputs
- USB, HDMI ARC, optical, coaxial, Bluetooth
- Analog Outputs
- Balanced XLR, RCA
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions