{"product_id":"dac-9x","title":"NuPrime DAC-9X DAC \u0026 Preamp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith six digital (including 2 x IIS\/DSD) and one analog stereo inputs, RCA stereo and XLR balanced outputs, and decoding capability of PCM 384K, DSD256 \u0026amp; MQA, the NuPrime DAC-9X is a reference-class DAC designed for studio professionals and high-end audiophiles. DAC-9X also provides a 6.3mm standard stereo headphone output.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"itemIntroText\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePreamp\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo meet the requirement of customers who want to eliminate extra components in their system, a preamp capable of driving the power amplifier is an essential part of the design.\u003cbr\u003eThe DAC-9X high-end preamp features include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital controlled dual-mono analog shunt to ground volume control achieves zero added noise or distortion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually adjustable volume on each input for precise source level matching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe integrated preamp eliminates the need for more analog signal cables and connectors’ signal breakpoints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"itemIntroText\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"titlenew\"\u003eThe Heart\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-13776 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/nuprimeaudio.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/dual_ESS-225x250.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"280\" height=\"312\" srcset=\"https:\/\/us-nuprimeaudio.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/dual_ESS-225x250.jpg 225w, https:\/\/us-nuprimeaudio.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/dual_ESS-510x568.jpg 510w, https:\/\/us-nuprimeaudio.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/dual_ESS-359x400.jpg 359w, https:\/\/us-nuprimeaudio.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/dual_ESS-449x500.jpg 449w, https:\/\/us-nuprimeaudio.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/dual_ESS.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 280px) 100vw, 280px\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the heart of an audio system, the DAC-9X supports an extensive number of inputs and formats. Dual ESS Technology 32-bit audio DAC ESS9028Q2M independently decode left and right channels improve channel separation and reducing overall noise. The Vishay professional film MELF resistors provide excellent sound quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePower Circuit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AC hum is kept to a minimum by using a low noise power supply with anti-vibration treatment. The rest of the onboard power circuit is designed to minimise noise as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNative MQA Decoding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-13777 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/nuprimeaudio.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/XMOS-SRC-212x250.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"268\" height=\"316\" srcset=\"https:\/\/us-nuprimeaudio.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/XMOS-SRC-212x250.jpg 212w, https:\/\/us-nuprimeaudio.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/XMOS-SRC-510x602.jpg 510w, https:\/\/us-nuprimeaudio.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/XMOS-SRC-339x400.jpg 339w, https:\/\/us-nuprimeaudio.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/XMOS-SRC-424x500.jpg 424w, https:\/\/us-nuprimeaudio.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/XMOS-SRC.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 268px) 100vw, 268px\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DAC-9X includes MQA technology, which enables you to playback MQA audio files and streams, delivering the sound of the original master recording. The front panel LED glows green or blue to indicate that the unit is decoding and playing an MQA stream or file, and denotes provenance to ensure that the sound is identical to that of the source material. It glows blue to indicate it is playing an MQA Studio file, which has either been approved in the studio by the artist\/producer or has been verified by the copyright owner. The DAC-9X LED glows magenta to indicate that the unit is rendering an MQA stream or file. This delivers the final unfold of the MQA file.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOther notable features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtension port for Bluetooth receiver and WiFi audio streamer (optional).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull microprocessor control with memory retention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports DSD native playback by ASIO2.1 and DoP method.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra- low-noise JFETs in the input stage for the lowest possible noise floor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually adjustable volume on each input for precise level matching of sources.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsynchronous transfer mode.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery low power consumption on Standby Mode.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsing Bluetooth and WiFi Audio Receivers and Dongles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNuPrime defined an USB Type-A port to carry S\/PDIF data and 5V power for connecting to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eexternal wireless audio receiver\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eusing just one standard USB cable. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1773 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/nuprimeaudio.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2018\/12\/SPDIF_A_Type.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"212\" height=\"113\" srcset=\"https:\/\/us-nuprimeaudio.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/SPDIF_A_Type.jpg.webp 613w, https:\/\/us-nuprimeaudio.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/SPDIF_A_Type-510x270.jpg 510w, https:\/\/us-nuprimeaudio.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/SPDIF_A_Type-250x133.jpg.webp 250w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 212px) 100vw, 212px\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatible Nuprime wireless receivers:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNuPrime BTR-HD (Bluetooth aptX HD)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nuprimeaudio.com\/product\/lp10-nuprime-edition\/\"\u003eLP10 Nuprime Edition\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(Google Cast, AirPlay, Tidal, Spotify, Qobuz, and other music services)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-21623\" src=\"https:\/\/us-nuprimeaudio.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/LP10-to-Nuprime-Device-Digital-Port-457x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"419\" height=\"367\" srcset=\"https:\/\/us-nuprimeaudio.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/LP10-to-Nuprime-Device-Digital-Port-457x400.jpg 457w, https:\/\/us-nuprimeaudio.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/LP10-to-Nuprime-Device-Digital-Port-571x500.jpg 571w, https:\/\/us-nuprimeaudio.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/LP10-to-Nuprime-Device-Digital-Port-250x219.jpg 250w, https:\/\/us-nuprimeaudio.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/LP10-to-Nuprime-Device-Digital-Port-768x673.jpg 768w, https:\/\/us-nuprimeaudio.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/LP10-to-Nuprime-Device-Digital-Port-510x447.jpg 510w, https:\/\/us-nuprimeaudio.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/LP10-to-Nuprime-Device-Digital-Port.jpg 1250w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 419px) 100vw, 419px\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInputs: Rear panel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB: Type B 2.0 Hi-Speed, Windows OS: data stream up to 384KHz\/24Bit and Native DSD 256.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSB\u003c\/span\u003e: Type B 2.0 Hi-Speed, Mac \/ Linux OS: data stream up to 384KHz\/24Bit and DOP DSD 128.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIIS\/DSD: Supports PCM 44.1KHz ~ 384KHz\/32Bit and DSD 64 ~ DSD 256 data streams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOPTICAL: Supports PCM 44.1KHz ~ 192KHz\/24Bit and DOP 64.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCOAXIAL: Supports PCM 44.1KHz ~ 384KHz\/24Bit and DOP 64 and 128.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRCA: Up to 1 Vrms audio signal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEXTENSION: Supports PCM 44.1KHz ~ 192KHz\/24Bit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutputs: Front panel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTRS 6.3mm headphone out\u003cbr\u003eOutput power: 1700 mW, 32 ohms, \u0026lt;0.01% THD (watts per channel).\u003cbr\u003eOutput power: 135 mW, 600 ohms, \u0026lt;0.005% THD (watts per channel).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutputs: Rear panel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRCA unbalanced outputs: 4 Vrms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXLR balanced outputs: 8 Vrms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptical S\/DPIF out (PCM up to 192KHz supporting DoP format DSD64)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 20 Hz – 20 KHz \/ ±0.3 dB.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSNR: \u0026gt; 110 dB.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTHD+N: \u0026lt; 0.0005%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorldwide AC voltage: (90VAC~130VAC \/\/ 210VAC~ 250VAC) With Voltage Select Switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAC Fuse: Slow-blow, 2.5A, 250VA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Dimension:  55 x 235 x 281 mm (H x W x D)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage Dimension: 80 x 390 x 360 mm (H x W x D)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Weight: 3kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage Weight: 4kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarranty: 1 year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-18604 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/us-nuprimeaudio.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/I2S_spec_1800x543-1000x302.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"302\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Note that the I2S output is for connecting with other NuPrime products and may not work with other devices.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NuPrime","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":62750136860831,"sku":null,"price":1725.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver","offer_id":62750136893599,"sku":null,"price":1725.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5532\/6111\/files\/DAC-9X_4-510x267_f8c4c184-f9ae-48a4-8103-999f5463876f.jpg?v=1775160802","url":"https:\/\/altitudoaudio.ca\/products\/dac-9x","provider":"Altitudo Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}