{"title":"Desktop Standalone DACs","description":"\u003cp\u003eInterested in learning more about DACs? Check out our article, \"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/blogs\/articles\/what-is-a-dac-and-why-do-i-need-it\" title=\"What is a DAC and Why Do I Need it?\"\u003eWhat is a DAC and Why Do I Need it\u003c\/a\u003e?\"\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chord-electronics-qutest","title":"Chord Electronics Qutest | Standalone DAC","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 55%;\" alt=\"Chord Electronics logo\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/chord-logo.jpg?v=1686770418\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eChord Electronics Qutest: the Award Winning Standalone DAC Whose Performance Belies its Compact Size\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClass-leading digital conversion based on Chord's award-winning proprietary FPGA technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision machined aluminum casing with polycarbonate buttons and glass viewing portal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser-selectable variable output voltage (1, 2, and 3V RMS) for flexible connectivity with a wide range of partnering devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTap length filter of 49,152\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull PCM support of 44.1 to 768kHz, and DSD support up to DSD512\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"Chord electronics qutest dac standing on wooden table front view\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/chord-qutest-lifestyle.jpg?v=1723062399\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable bgcolor=\"”#f6f6f6”\" width=\"90%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #a30e0b;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom's Take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chord Qutest is a pure DAC designed to improve sound quality in the home, and it’s easily our top choice for a DAC under five grand. The Qutest has retained its \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.whathifi.com\/chord\/qutest\/review\" title=\"What Hi-Fi? Chord Qutest Review\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWhat Hi-Fi? Best DAC\u003c\/a\u003e status every year since its inception (2018-2022) and is a proven class-leader of its kind. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Qutest is effortlessly cohesive and musical, yielding a soundstage full of crisp, detailed instruments. It uses the same DAC architecture and coding as the more feature-rich and portable \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/chord-electronics-hugo-2\" title=\"Chord Electronics Hugo 2 DAC and Amp Product Page\"\u003eHugo 2\u003c\/a\u003e, but without batteries, Bluetooth, or amplification. Until you reach the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/chord-electronics-hugo-tt-2\" title=\"Chord Electronics Hugo TT 2 DAC and Amp Product Page\"\u003eHugo TT 2\u003c\/a\u003e level, you simply cannot find a better DAC. Pair this with a high-quality headphone amp, or use it in your 2-channel setup - we promise you will be absolutely floored by its performance. And if you \u003cem\u003ereally\u003c\/em\u003e want to transcend to absolute digital audio nirvana, pair your Qutest with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/chord-electronics-hugo-m-scaler-endgame-1m-tap-digital-upscaling-device\"\u003eHugo M Scaler\u003c\/a\u003e, and you may never leave your house again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrom Chord Electronics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQutest is based on Chord's home-grown technology developed for the \u003ca title=\"Chord Electronics Hugo 2 DAC and Amp Product Page\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/chord-electronics-hugo-2\"\u003eHugo 2 DAC\/headphone amp\u003c\/a\u003e, giving it \u003ci\u003eproven\u003c\/i\u003e class-leading technical and sonic performance. Perfectly equipped to bring the benefits of Chord's digital technology to a wide range of connected devices, it features a galvanically isolated USB-B, optical, and coaxial digital input, giving an instant performance upgrade, plus the ability to modernize aging digital source components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUnder the Hood\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Qutest chassis is all-new as well. It has significantly greater mass than its predecessor and has been precision-machined from solid aircraft-grade aluminum billet. The Qutest PCB nestles within a shallow cavity in the solid aluminum chassis, giving the circuit board greater protection within the casework and additional isolation from external vibration compared to previous designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Chord Qutest DAC and Anni amp stacked with Audio-Technica headphones\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/chord-qutest-anni-bloom-lifestyle.jpg?v=1686944546\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQutest offers Hugo 2’s proprietary user-selectable frequency-shaping filters and input selection controls, available via two fascia-mounted spheres, introducing useful flexibility. It also features RCA analog outputs for connection to integrated amplifiers, preamps, and headphone amps, plus high-resolution dual-data digital inputs for connection to future Chord Electronics products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA further new feature is a user-selectable output voltage available in 1, 2 and 3V RMS outputs for flexible connectivity with a wide range of partnering devices.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chord Electronics","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":41796148297803,"sku":"QUTEST","price":1795.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Open Box","offer_id":41796148330571,"sku":"QUTEST-OB","price":1795.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/products\/Chord-Electronics-Qutest-Standalone-DAC_cfa4cda1-c2c3-44ca-98f0-79f97b1a0398.jpg?v=1673384697"},{"product_id":"ifi-neo-stream","title":"iFi NEO Stream | Desktop DAC, Amp, and Streamer","description":"\u003ch4\u003eNEO Stream from iFi: built to deliver optimal versatility and class leading performance as a music streaming DAC\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWireless, ethernet, or optical 10Gb streamer with built-in DAC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eiFi's proprietary open-source streaming architecture (supports Roon, DLNA, uPnP, Airplay)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eiFi's app provides easy setup and NAS streaming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorporates iFi's iPurifier technology to eliminate noise and interference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/ifi-omni-rack-mount-kit\"\u003eRack mount kit\u003c\/a\u003e available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\ntable, th, td {\n  background-color: #f6f6f6;\n}\nth, td {\n  padding: 20px;\n}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"90%\" bgcolor=\"”#f6f6f6”\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #a30e0b;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom's Take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe iFi NEO Stream takes the functionality of iFi's popular ZEN Stream to the next level. It features a streamlined setup process and improved stability, along with a built-in DAC for greater flexibility. NEO Stream provides a powerful tool for music streaming at a cost previously unattainable without spending more than its $1,299 price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSweet Streams\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe latest device to join iFi’s mid-level NEO Series is a music streamer\/DAC that delivers class-leading versatility and performance. Whether it be from online services or personal locally stored files, digital streaming is now the primary method by which music is consumed. Since there are various ways to invite network music streaming into one’s home, building a system from well-chosen components will achieve the best sound quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/iFi-5-9-22_0015_2048x2048.jpg?v=1663959041\" alt=\"iFi NEO Stream\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NEO Stream is different from other music streamers on the market thanks to its clean-sheet design and proprietary tech. It removes many of the technical limitations from competitor products and is the ideal streamer for music lovers who want to access their music through \u003cem\u003etheir\u003c\/em\u003e choice of app or music platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNEO by Name, and by Nature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Stream is the second device (the 1st being the NEO iDSD) to join the NEO Series sitting between the ZEN Series and PRO Series. The NEO iDSD remains current, and while it may be tempting to assume the NEO Stream is a NEO iDSD with a streaming module and headphone amp removed, this would not be accurate. While visually similar, this is a new kind of music streamer!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/iFi-5-9-22_0002_2048x2048.jpg?v=1663959116\" alt=\"iFi NEO Stream\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuperb Sound, No Matter How You Stream\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are multiple ways in which the NEO Stream can interface with online streaming services or music stored on your local network, with more to come:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoon Ready\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDLNA\/UPnP\u003c\/strong\u003e (e.g. BubbleUPnP, mconnect, Audirvana etc.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Tidal Connect and Spotify Connect\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApple AirPlay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNAA Operation\u003c\/strong\u003e (Network Audio Adapter in conjunction with Sygnalist HQPlayer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStreaming from Local Storage \/ NAS with Stream-iFi App\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"iFi NEO Stream\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/iFi-5-9-22_0022_2048x2048.jpg?v=1663959147\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCustom DAC\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NEO Stream’s integral DAC stage takes your streaming enjoyment to another level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour-channel\u003c\/strong\u003e True Native hi-res \u003cstrong\u003eDAC\u003c\/strong\u003e design: supports PCM 768kHz \u0026amp; DSD 512\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowerful \u003cstrong\u003e16-core XMOS CPU\u003c\/strong\u003e: performs full MQA decoding (to 384kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to this new DAC design, PCM and DSD take separate pathways and remain bit-perfect in their direct, native form through to analog conversion. For DSD, there is no conversion to PCM or application of multi-bit processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"iFi NEO Stream\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/iFi-5-9-22_0028_2048x2048.jpg?v=1663959176\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUnique Optical LAN\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor hard-wire networking instead of WiFi, the NEO Stream includes a unique option alongside its RJ45 and M12 ports: iFi's proprietary optical LAN. Connect the OptiBox transceiver (included) to the router and the NEO Stream to the OptiBox via optical cable (included.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBenefit from the highest quality digital audio connection possible between the router and streamer:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra-fast data speeds of up to 10Gbps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBit-perfect transmission of ultra-resolution audio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimal degradation across distances of up to 1km\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCome On, Heal the Noise!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NEO Stream has been engineered to remove noise and distortion from the audio signal:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB ports use iFi ANC II active noise cancellation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eS\/PDIF uses iPurifier technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital signal regulated by iFi GMT (Global Master Timing) clock to remove jitter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTFT display boasts SilentLine design to eliminate any electrical noise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow ESR, high linearity, and low noise circuit components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuits You, Sir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral settings allow users to tailor the NEO Stream’s performance to suit their systems and streaming preference with unique settings for Roon, Tidal Masters, DLNA and NAA, and general use. 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You can check out our page for the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/dcs-lina-system\" title=\"dCS Lina System DAC, Amp, and Master Clock\"\u003efull dCS Lina Stack System here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/blogs\/articles\/the-summit-of-digital-audio-dcs-lina-stack-review\" title=\"The Summit of Digital Audio dCS Lina Stack Review\"\u003ereview for the complete Lina System here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dcs-lina-network-dac-social_44c570f7-a17b-4de3-a8a5-5480ce578af9_1024x1024.jpg?v=1677080306\" alt=\"dCS Lina Network DAC over orange background\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Complete dCS Experience in a New Form Factor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lina Network DAC is both a continuation and a new beginning. Its design combines renowned dCS technologies with new innovations developed for headphone listeners, resulting in a bold new interpretation of the dCS experience, and a complete reimagining of form and function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the Lina Network Streaming DAC, dCS has taken core playback technologies, including the dCS Ring DAC™ and Digital Processing Platform, and added new innovations developed for headphone listeners. These include their first ever touch-screen display, a streamlined user interface for easier navigation, and a powerful flex-rigid circuit board which allows for the delivery of all the features you’d expect from a dCS DAC but in a much smaller chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dcs-lina-dac-bs-ba1-gallery.jpg?v=1706016954\" alt=\"dCS Lina DAC silver front with active LCD on wood cart\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlexible Circuit Board in a Solid Chassis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside all Lina DACs is a part rigid, part flexible folding circuit board that contains over 2,000 electronic components. This feature is unique to the Lina Network DAC and it allows us to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeliver the full range of dCS DAC technologies – including our Ring DAC™ system, Digital Processing Platform, clocking system and integrated streamer – in a more compact footprint, without compromising on sound or performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce the number of individual circuits inside the product for a cleaner signal path and better performance     \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreating the flex-rigid PCB meant we could utilise every millimetre of available space in the DAC’s chassis – a feat that in turn, meant we could deliver the same range of critical components in a more compact design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lina Network DAC is housed in a chassis cut from a solid aluminium billet. This feature is an integral part of the product and one that serves to further enhance performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreating a chassis from a single piece of metal – rather than several pieces bolted together – is an unusual approach which allows us to ensure that all electronic components within the DAC perform to the best of their abilities.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dcs-lina-network-dac-gallery_2048x2048.jpg?v=1677098399\" alt=\"dCS Lina network DAC on glass table from Bloom Audio gallery\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStunning Results\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a powerful, supremely capable product designed for use in a wide range of environments, from living rooms to studios and workspaces. 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Whether you’re after tube warmth or digital precision, this all-in-one desktop amp brings the best of both worlds to your setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9F6Juqml1sY?si=t51BI4kyJdgOZY8o\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHighlighted Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced Output up to 3000mW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith 4-pin XLR and 4.4mm balanced outputs, up to 3000mW of power can be achieved, easily and beautifully driving headphones with an impedance tolerance of 16-600Ω for more details in all frequencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSB DAC Decoding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTA-22 supports USB decoding with connection to computer, mobile device (iOS + Android), tablet, HiFi audio player, and other devices. Dual ESS ES9038Q2M professional DAC chips are used to process the left and right channels independently. The resulting audio has lower distortion, higher SNR, improved resolution and more detailed performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptical + COAX Decoding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCoaxial and optical fiber decoding is supported with various desktop or portable players with the adoption of the AK4118 receiver chip, supporting up to PCM 24Bit\/384kHz + DSD128.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth 5.1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe TA-22 weighs in with Bluetooth 5.1 using \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Qualcomm QCC5100 Series QCC5125 Overview\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qualcomm.com\/products\/internet-of-things\/consumer\/audio\/qcc5100-series\/qcc5125#Overview\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQualcomm's QCC5125\u003c\/a\u003e chip. SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX LL, aptX HD, and LDAC are all supported.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnalog Tube Warmth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTA-22 uses dual 12AU7 miniature 9-pin, medium-gain, dual-triode vacuum tubes for a sweet, refined sound. TA-22 also features tube-preamp out, so enjoy tube-based quality audio when connected to your amplifier and speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHybrid Tube + Transistor Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTA-22 adopts transistors for Class A buffering, yielding strong output power to easily drive any headphone type. The hybrid tube and transistor pairing brings exquisite, soft sound along with explosive force and speed in your music delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDouble Active Crystal Oscillator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTA-22 uses double active low phase noise crystals for a more accurate DAC conversion targeted for varying sample rates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eR-Core Transformer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCustomized, imported R-Core transformer for higher efficiency and lower noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnthusiast Capacitance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCustomized metal polyester film capacitors are used for duct output, complete with enthusiast-grade Japanese ELNA capacitance for coupling, resulting in a transparent and sweet sound. Enthusiast-grade Japanese NICHICON was chosen for the main filter capacitance for smoothness and superb high-frequency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"xDuoo TA-22 DAC and Amp sitting on wooden table with Flipears Artha iem and laptop\" height=\"1365\" width=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/xduoo-ta-22-lifestyle.webp?v=1726158090\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"xDuoo","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":41829186666571,"sku":"XDU-TA22","price":489.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Open Box","offer_id":41829186699339,"sku":"XDU-TA22-OB","price":489.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/xduoo-ta-22-hr-0-thumb.jpg?v=1720013162"},{"product_id":"weiss-dac-205","title":"Weiss DAC205 | Multi-Format DAC","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/weiss-logo-horizontal.jpg?v=1683921964\" alt=\"Weiss Engineering red and black logo horizontal\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 55%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEnhance Your Audio With Weiss Engineering's DAC205 Digital to Analog Converter for Superior Performance and Sound Quality\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-precision conversion technology ensures superior accuracy and clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquipped with USB, AES\/EBU, and S\/PDIF inputs for versatile connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for low distortion and noise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSleek, minimalist build, perfect for high-end home audio systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for professional mixing \/ mastering studio or audiophile-grade listening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/weiss-dac-205-banner.webp?v=1732205181\" width=\"2048\" height=\"800\" alt=\"Weiss Engineering DAC205 banner\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Better DAC for Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpand and improve your existing setup by adding the DAC205 D\/A converter. The DAC205 accepts incoming digital audio in the S\/PDIF or AES\/EBU formats and delivers a pristine analogue output that betters the DACs built into most audio interfaces, CD players, and other devices with digital audio outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePristine Conversion Quality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DAC205 accepts incoming digital audio via its S\/PDIF or TOSLINK inputs, transparently converts it to analogue audio, and delivers pristine sound via its XLR or RCA outputs. Two different units with digital outputs can be simultaneously connected to the DAC205. The active input is easily selected with the front-mounted input selector switch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt uses no less than four D\/A converters per audio channel, operated in parallel for enhanced signal-to-noise performance. Several signal reclocking schemes are combined to achieve high jitter attenuation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMultiple Use Cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DAC205 is equally suited for a high-end hi-fi setup as in a professional mixing or mastering studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHi-Fi users will typically feed it from the digital output of a playback device such as a CD player or a network player. 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But \u003cstrong\u003eit does not accept digital audio via USB and does not perform DSD to PCM conversion.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DAC205 is a relatively affordable option to Weiss Engineering’s higher-grade units, such as the \u003ca title=\"Weiss DAC501 Bloom Audio Merchant Listing\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/weiss-dac501\"\u003eDAC501\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca title=\"Weiss Helios Bloom Audio Merchant Listing\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/weiss-helios\"\u003eHELIOS\u003c\/a\u003e. It has a reduced feature set but offers conversion quality far above competing products in the same price bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Weiss","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41152455835723,"sku":"WS-DAC205","price":3290.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/weiss-dac-205-0-thumb.webp?v=1732205145"},{"product_id":"xduoo-ta-32","title":"xDuoo TA-32 | DAC + Tube Balanced Headphone Amp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 45%;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/xduoo-logo-black-color-x.jpg?v=1711400518\" alt=\"xDuoo logo color\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003exDuoo TA-32 High-Performance DAC and Balanced Tube Headphone Amp Features Class-A Amplification, USB, Optical, COAX, Bluetooth 5.1, and a Replaceable DAC Card Design \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuccessor to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/xduoo-ta-22?srsltid=AfmBOopHMLyNi44IwCobrM5P2Si6g4dE6ZiNMNekclgPZkcPaQwRShXQ\"\u003exDuoo TA-22\u003c\/a\u003e DAC and Amp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowerful amp with up to 3000mW power over 4.4mm and XLR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eROHM BD34301 DAC chip for low distortion and high resolution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended for headphones with impedance of 16-600Ω\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTube rectification (5U4G) and matched pair of Ray Tubes 12AU7 CORE for the audio stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/xduoo-ta-32-features.webp?v=1737149266\" width=\"790\" height=\"959\" alt=\"xDuoo TA-32 DAC\/Amp features\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHighlighted Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced Output up to 3000mW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TA-32 is a Class-A hybrid headphone amplifier for listeners who appreciate a bit of tube warmth paired with the punch of solid-state circuitry. With 4-pin XLR and 4.4mm balanced outputs, up to 3000mW of power can be achieved, easily and beautifully driving headphones with an impedance tolerance of 16-600Ω for more details in all frequencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSB DAC Decoding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTA-32 supports USB decoding with connection to computer, mobile device (iOS + Android), tablet, HiFi audio player, and other devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptical + COAX Decoding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCoaxial and optical fiber decoding is supported with various desktop or portable players with the adoption of the AK4118 receiver chip, supporting up to PCM 24Bit\/192kHz + DSD64.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth 5.1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe TA-32 weighs in with Bluetooth 5.1 using \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.qualcomm.com\/products\/internet-of-things\/consumer\/audio\/qcc5100-series\/qcc5125#Overview\" title=\"Qualcomm QCC5100 Series QCC5125 Overview\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQualcomm's QCC5125\u003c\/a\u003e chip. SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX LL, aptX HD, and LDAC are all supported.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnalog Tube Warmth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 5U4G vacuum tube handles rectification, while a pair of matched Ray Tubes 12AU7 CORE lend classic tube characteristics to the midrange and treble; and a Class-A transistor stage supplies a steady flow of current. This marriage of classic tube sonics and modern power delivery produces a signal that’s as warm as it is detailed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwappable DAC Card\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"xDuoo TA-32 DAC card closeup\" height=\"700\" width=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/xduoo-ta-32-dac-card.webp?v=1737149816\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTA-32 uses a replaceable DAC module so you can enjoy different DAC cards without having to purchase an entirely new DAC\/Amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chip included with the TA-32 is ROHM's flagship BD34301 chip. 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