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About the HD-DAC1
The Marantz HD-DAC1 is a premium headphone amplifier and digital-to-analog converter (DAC) designed to deliver audiophile-grade sound quality. It features amplification technology from Marantz's Premium 11 Series, including HDAM-SA2 modules and a high-current CS4398 DAC chip. The unit supports PCM digital audio up to 24-bit/192kHz and native DSD playback at 2.8 and 5.6 MHz. It offers asynchronous USB-B input for computer connection with extensive noise isolation, jitter removal, and dual clock design for timing accuracy. Inputs include USB Type A (front) for iDevices and USB Type B (rear), two optical digital inputs, one coaxial digital input, and one analog input. Outputs include fixed and variable RCA analog outputs and a headphone output with 800mW power at 32 ohms and three-level gain control to drive headphones up to 600 ohms. The unit has a solid aluminum front, double-layer bottom plate, retro side panels, and a front panel display showing volume, input, and resolution. A remote control is included. Dimensions are approximately 9.84 x 10.63 x 3.54 inches, weighing about 11 lbs. It supports bit-perfect transmission, iPod/iPhone compatibility, and has a 3-year warranty.
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