A new 2-channel D/A
converter, developed from the high performance Esoteric mono-block
D-01 design, without any compromise in sound quality.
This independent D/A converter explores new musical frontiers in a
manner only possible to Esoteric, the acknowledged leader in Super
Audio CD/CD playback.
 The D-03 delivers high-quality reproduction of
DSD stream signals, 192 kHz/24-bit high-sampling PCM signals and other
data-rich formats without data loss. It has been specifically developed
to reproduce the ambience and resonance that is found on Super Audio
CDs.
DAC “AD1955” with DSD input
The DAC device features “AD1955” supporting
DSD and PCM signal input in a differential configuration. It can fully
express the presence and smooth frequency response that the Super Audio
CD format delivers and can elicit superior performance also from regular
CDs.
The D-03 inherits the monaural specifications and strengths of
the D-01
- D-01 know-how is used throughout.
- Right and left analog
power transformers, analog power supplies and analog audio circuits
are completely independent while using the exact same components
and the same layout pattern.
- The analog output units employ discrete
circuits with high voltage power.
- The power transformers comprise
a total of three high efficiency audio R core transformers: one digital
and two analog transformers.
The analog power supply uses discrete
power stability circuits.
- A digital filter OFF function is provided.
Additional features include:
- Analog Devices model AD1955 DAC's driven
by differential mode for DSD and PCM signal processing.
- Word Synchronization
function with other digital components within the system.
- The P-03/D-03
CD/SACD transport system is extremely versatile, featuring multiple
user selectable playback modes. These include CD audio (Redbook)
playback, native DSD decoding, PCM up-conversion and Esoteric's advanced
PCM to DSD signal conversion.
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