WA7 Fireflies (3rd gen) vs NuPrime DAC-9X
The DAC-9X's signal-to-noise is 110 dB against the WA7 Fireflies (3rd gen)'s 100 dB. Both share bit depth (24-bit), max sample rate (384 kHz), and dsd support (DSD256).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$949 - $1,399
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About the WA7 Fireflies (3rd gen)
The WA7 Fireflies (3rd gen) is a Class-A tube headphone amplifier, DAC, and tube preamplifier in a compact chassis with a glass cover over its user-replaceable tubes. It uses a pair of self-biasing 12AU7/5963 tubes and includes a built-in linear power supply. Its ESS SABRE DAC supports PCM audio up to 24-bit/384 kHz and DSD up to DSD256 according to the manufacturer. Inputs include USB and RCA analog; outputs include balanced 4.4 mm and unbalanced 6.3 mm headphone connections, plus balanced 4.4 mm and unbalanced 3.5 mm preamp outputs.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 384 kHz
- DSD Support
- DSD256
- DAC Chip
- ESS SABRE
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- SNR
- 100 dB
- Max Output Voltage
- 1.5V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Digital Inputs
- USB
- Analog Inputs
- RCA
- Analog Outputs
- balanced 4.4 mm, unbalanced 3.5 mm
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions