{"title":"Headphone Amplifiers","description":"\u003cp\u003eA headphone amplifier is a device that prepares the audio signal specifically for headphones and supplies it with enough current and voltage. It sits between the source and the headphones and replaces the often weak headphone output of a smartphone, laptop or amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy a headphone amplifier\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMany good headphones only reveal their full potential once they're driven cleanly. A dedicated headphone amplifier delivers the necessary power, controls the bass better, opens up the soundstage and lowers the noise floor. A solid sound often only becomes the big performance this way.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat's important is that amplifier and headphones match each other – above all in impedance and power. The connections, balanced or unbalanced, and a possibly integrated DAC also play a role. At HD Zürisee in Wädenswil we take a look at your headphones and your source and recommend the matching combination. Listening with your own headphones is possible with us wherever it can be arranged.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho it's for – and straight talk\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor anyone with high-impedance or demanding headphones, for desktop listeners at the computer, and for anyone who wants to get the very last bit out of their headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStraight talk:\u003c\/strong\u003e if your headphones already play loud and clean straight from your phone, you don't necessarily need an amplifier. The gain is biggest with high-impedance and high-resolution models – but there it's clearly audible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVerdict:\u003c\/strong\u003e the headphone amplifier is the upgrade that turns a good headphone into a great one – provided it matches the headphone. That's exactly what we work out together beforehand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo I even need a headphone amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThat depends on the headphones. High-impedance models from around 250 ohms and many high-end headphones benefit strongly, because the weak output of a phone or laptop can't drive them properly. Efficient, low-impedance headphones often manage without one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat does a headphone amplifier bring to the sound?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMore dynamics and headroom, more controlled bass, a larger spatial image and a calmer background. Especially with quiet passages and complex music you hear the difference most clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWith or without a built-in DAC?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA headphone amplifier with an integrated DAC is the compact all-in-one solution for the desktop and connects directly via USB to the computer. A pure analogue amplifier is worth it if you already own a good DAC or a high-quality source.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBalanced or unbalanced?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBalanced connections such as 4.4 mm or XLR can suppress interference better and deliver more power on many devices. Unbalanced via the classic jack is completely sufficient for most headphones – a matching cable is the prerequisite for balanced operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes every amplifier match every headphone?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn principle yes, but matching the impedance and efficiency of your headphones is optimal. An underpowered amplifier sounds weak, a significantly oversized one adds no benefit. We'll help you find the sensible combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy headphone amplifiers from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause we look at amplifier and headphones as a unit and don't just recommend the most expensive device. Bring your headphones along, we'll try out the matching combination together wherever possible, and we deliver throughout Switzerland – free shipping from CHF 190.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Do I even need a headphone amplifier?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"That depends on the headphones. High-impedance models from around 250 ohms and many high-end headphones benefit strongly, because the weak output of a phone or laptop can't drive them properly. Efficient, low-impedance headphones often manage without one.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What does a headphone amplifier bring to the sound?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"More dynamics and headroom, more controlled bass, a larger spatial image and a calmer background. 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It's hand-built in Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe satin black chassis is deliberately understated — the excitement happens inside, with a 480 VA toroidal transformer and a signal path that gets by without op-amps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Pure AACento?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it replaces three components without cutting corners. The power section delivers 100 W at 8 Ω, 200 W at 4 Ω and 330 W at 2 Ω at an output impedance of 0.4 Ω. The phono input accepts MM and MC cartridges and brings a switchable subsonic filter. And the headphone output is a genuine amplifier in pure Class A without negative feedback, with 1 W at 32 Ω and 120 mW at 300 Ω — not an afterthought bolted on out of pity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn open, effortless tone with plenty of substance in the midrange. Volume is controlled digitally, but the signal path stays fully analogue throughout, so quiet levels don't go flat either. Over headphones, the dedicated Class A stage kicks in and delivers the same calm as over speakers. Direct mode bypasses the volume control entirely, should a home-cinema processor need to take charge of volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Pure AACento for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor vinyl and headphone listeners who want a tidy system rather than a tower of boxes. Plainly put: digital inputs, a DAC and streaming are entirely absent — you'll need to add a source, as the AACento is deliberately all-analogue. If instead you only listen through speakers and use neither phono nor headphones, you're paying for two sections that stay silent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA quiet all-rounder with a clear stance: analogue, powerful, feedback-free, with a phono stage and a headphone amp that are both meant seriously. Whether it suits your cartridge, your headphones and your speakers, we'll tell you honestly — even when the answer is no. HD Zürisee in Wädenswil: 044 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls), shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevice type: analogue integrated amplifier without global negative feedback, with MM\/MC phono stage and headphone amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput power: 100 W at 8 Ω \/ 200 W at 4 Ω \/ 330 W at 2 Ω (each at 1% THD+N)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransformer: 480 VA toroidal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput impedance: 0.4 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInputs: 3× RCA (unbalanced), 1× XLR (balanced), 1× phono MM\/MC with switchable subsonic filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect mode: bypasses the volume control for home-cinema integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadphone output: yes, dedicated amplifier in pure Class A without negative feedback — 500 mW at 16 Ω, 1 W at 32 Ω, 120 mW at 300 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume control: digitally controlled, analogue signal path without op-amps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSource selection: microprocessor-controlled relays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 600 mVrms for rated power at 8 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: up to 100 kHz (−3 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: 100 dB (line level) \/ 85 dB (phono MM) \/ 65 dB (phono MC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandby consumption: \u0026lt; 1 W (230 V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishes: Black, Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W×H×D): 445 × 92 × 400 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 14 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: integrated amplifier, solid-aluminium remote control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect my turntable directly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The AACento has a built-in phono stage for MM and MC cartridges, so you don't need an external phono preamp. A switchable subsonic filter tames footfall and warped records. Tell us your cartridge and we'll check in advance that the matching works out cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the AACento run in pure Class A?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, that only applies to the headphone amplifier. Audio Analogue specifies pure Class A exclusively for that stage. The power section instead uses a design without global negative feedback and a 480 VA toroidal transformer. Pure Class A throughout is offered within this family by the ABsolute model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the headphone output suitable for high-impedance models?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, in most cases. The dedicated Class A stage without negative feedback delivers 500 mW at 16 Ω, 1 W at 32 Ω and 120 mW at 300 Ω. That's comfortably enough for the vast majority of hi-fi headphones. For very insensitive 600-ohm models, we'll check the figures together with you first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I integrate the AACento into a home cinema setup?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, via Direct mode. It bypasses the volume control, so an AV processor can drive the front channels through the AACento without two controls fighting each other. It has no digital inputs or built-in converter, though — the source needs to feed it an analogue signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Pure AACento from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause an amplifier with phono and a headphone amp only works out if the cartridge, headphones and speakers actually match. That exact matching is our daily business in Wädenswil. On top of that comes delivery, on-site installation and our own technician, who's still there to help years later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePairs well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn amplifier with phono calls for vinyl, headphones and speakers: check out the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/plattenspieler\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/tonabnehmer\"\u003eCartridges\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kopfhorer\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003eSpeakers\u003c\/a\u003e — or discover the whole \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/audio-analogue\"\u003eAudio Analogue world\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Audio Analogue","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989482664272,"sku":"7500B","price":4550.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/audio-analogue-pure-aacento-vollverstaerker-schwarz-frontansicht-2.jpg?v=1785425773"},{"product_id":"audioanalogueaacentosilver","title":"Audio Analogue Pure AACento Integrated Amplifier, Silver","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Audio Analogue Pure AACento is an analogue integrated amplifier without global negative feedback, delivering 100 W into 8 Ω and carrying both an MM\/MC phono stage and a dedicated headphone amplifier in pure Class A. Hand-built in Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn natural aluminium, the AACento takes on a lighter, more technical look. Inside, everything stays just as serious: a 480 VA toroidal transformer, relay-based source selection, and a signal path without a single op-amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Pure AACento?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it brings integrated amplifier, phono preamp and headphone amp together in one chassis, without any of the three ending up an afterthought. The power section delivers 100 W at 8 Ω, 200 W at 4 Ω and 330 W at 2 Ω, with an output impedance of 0.4 Ω. Phono accepts MM and MC with a switchable subsonic filter, and the headphone stage runs in pure Class A without negative feedback, delivering up to 1 W at 32 Ω.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower without hardness. The AACento sounds sonorous and full of colour, yet stays composed even in complex passages, because it never runs out of headroom. Volume is controlled digitally while the signal path stays analogue, so even room-level listening volumes don't collapse. On headphones you hear the same signature, just a shade more intimate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Pure AACento for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor people with a record collection and a good pair of headphones who still want just one box in the rack. Plainly put: if you expect streaming, Bluetooth or digital inputs, you're in the wrong place — everything here is analogue, and a digital source has to be added separately. And if you neither listen to vinyl nor use headphones, you're paying for two full-fledged sections you'll never switch on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA grown-up, honestly built amplifier with two full-strength extras instead of ten half-hearted ones. If you listen in analogue and value a tidy rack, you get a lot of amplifier for very little shelf space. Tell us about your room, your cartridge and your speakers, and we'll tell you whether the maths works out: HD Zürisee, Wädenswil — 044 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls), shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevice type: analogue integrated amplifier without global negative feedback, with MM\/MC phono stage and headphone amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput power: 100 W at 8 Ω \/ 200 W at 4 Ω \/ 330 W at 2 Ω (each at 1% THD+N)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransformer: 480 VA toroidal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput impedance: 0.4 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInputs: 3× RCA (unbalanced), 1× XLR (balanced), 1× phono MM\/MC with switchable subsonic filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect mode: bypasses the volume control for home-cinema integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadphone output: yes, dedicated amplifier in pure Class A without negative feedback — 500 mW at 16 Ω, 1 W at 32 Ω, 120 mW at 300 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume control: digitally controlled, analogue signal path without op-amps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSource selection: microprocessor-controlled relays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 600 mVrms for rated power at 8 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: up to 100 kHz (−3 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: 100 dB (line level) \/ 85 dB (phono MM) \/ 65 dB (phono MC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandby consumption: \u0026lt; 1 W (230 V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishes: Silver, Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W×H×D): 445 × 92 × 400 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 14 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: integrated amplifier, solid-aluminium remote control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a separate phono preamp as well?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The phono stage for MM and MC cartridges is already built in, including a switchable subsonic filter against footfall and warped records. The signal-to-noise ratio is 85 dB for MM and 65 dB for MC. Tell us which cartridge you want to run and we'll check the matching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the AACento a pure Class A amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Audio Analogue specifies pure Class A only for the headphone amplifier, not for the power section. That runs without global negative feedback, off a 480 VA toroidal transformer. A switchable Class A concept across the whole chain is found in the larger ABsolute model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich sources can I connect?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree unbalanced RCA sources, one balanced XLR source, and a turntable at the phono input. Digital sources need their own converter ahead of them, since the AACento has neither digital inputs nor a built-in DAC. A suitable external converter connects easily to one of the line-level inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much space does the AACento need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt measures 445 × 92 × 400 mm and weighs 14 kg, so it fits a standard rack shelf. Factor the 40 cm depth plus connectors and cables into your measurements. A little airflow above doesn't hurt, and standby consumption stays under one watt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Pure AACento in Silver from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause decades of practice have taught us which cartridges, headphones and speakers harmonise with an amplifier like this — and which don't. We deliver, install on-site on request, and stay in touch through our own technical department long after the purchase too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePairs well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnalogue sources and converters complete the AACento: browse the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/plattenspieler\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/tonabnehmer\"\u003eCartridges\u003c\/a\u003e, add a \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/dac\"\u003eD\/A converter\u003c\/a\u003e if needed, choose your \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003eSpeakers\u003c\/a\u003e, or explore the whole \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/audio-analogue\"\u003eAudio Analogue world\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Audio Analogue","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989482729808,"sku":"7500","price":4550.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/audio-analogue-pure-aacento-vollverstaerker-silber-frontansicht-2.jpg?v=1785425884"},{"product_id":"bluesoundnodeicon","title":"Bluesound Node Icon Network Streamer","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Bluesound Node Icon is a network streamer with dual-mono DAC, THX-AAA headphone amplifier and variable analog output that drives a power amp or active speakers directly as a digital preamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's the flagship of the Node range, aimed at anyone who wants to turn their existing chain into a streaming hub without compromising on the source component. If you've ever had a streamer, a DAC and a preamp stacked as three separate boxes, you'll appreciate a single enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Node Icon?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt its core sit two ESS Sabre ES9039Q2M converters in a true dual-mono arrangement: the left and right channels are processed completely separately, with cleanly decoupled signal paths and power supplies. That pushes the signal-to-noise ratio at the XLR output to −129 dB and distortion down to 0.0004 percent. On top of that comes Qrono D\/A technology from MQA Labs, which the Icon is the very first device to carry. The anodized aluminum housing keeps vibration and interference out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear and what you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-mono DAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e two separate ESS Sabre converters for calm, clarity and depth of stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariable XLR and RCA output:\u003c\/strong\u003e the Icon works as a digital preamp, driving a power amp or active speakers directly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHDMI eARC:\u003c\/strong\u003e TV sound runs through your hi-fi chain, controllable with the TV remote.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTHX-AAA headphone amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e two 6.3 mm jacks, 230 mW into 32 ohms, low distortion even in loud passages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5-inch HD colour display:\u003c\/strong\u003e cover art, title and sample rate at a glance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirac Live Ready:\u003c\/strong\u003e optional room correction for tight, precise bass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Node Icon for – and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe right choice if your system is good and the source component is the last bottleneck – or if your TV and stereo should finally come together. Straight talk: for background music in the dining room, the Icon is overqualified, getting the full benefit of Dirac Live costs extra for the measurement kit and licence, and it's built almost twice as tall as the classic Node. Measure your rack before you order – it saves surprises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn uncompromising trio of streamer, DAC and preamp that audibly moves a good chain forward – and brings along one of the strongest headphone outputs you'll find in any streamer. LowBeats rated it \"very good\" (4.3\/5) in their test and wrote: \"Whether for the desktop or the living room, through speakers or headphones; this streamer is an all-round accomplished offering.\" (LowBeats, February 2025). How it fits into your system is something we're happy to work out with you at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: network streamer with DAC and digital preamp (BluOS)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConverter: 2 × ESS Sabre ES9039Q2M (dual-mono, Hyperstream IV), plus Qrono D\/A from MQA Labs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResolution: up to 24 bit \/ 192 kHz, DSD256\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormats: FLAC, WAV, AIFF, ALAC, MQA, MP3, AAC and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput level: variable – XLR and RCA ship with BluOS volume control, switchable to a fixed level in the app\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadphone output: present – 2 × 6.3 mm jacks with THX-AAA amplifier (150 mW\/16 Ω, 230 mW\/32 Ω, 53 mW\/250 Ω, 22 mW\/600 Ω)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalog outputs: XLR balanced, RCA stereo, subwoofer out (RCA) plus wireless to the Pulse Sub+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital outputs: coaxial (RCA), optical (TOSLINK)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInputs: HDMI eARC, combo input RCA analog \/ optical TOSLINK, USB-C (PC input), USB-A (storage media)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio \/ distortion: −129 dB (XLR), −121 dB (RCA), THD+N 0.0004 %\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork: Gigabit LAN, Wi-Fi 5 (dual-band), Bluetooth 5.2 (aptX Adaptive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming: BluOS, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready, Dirac Live Ready\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay and controls: 5-inch HD colour display, illuminated touch panel with presets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousing: anodized aluminum, black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 220 × 84 × 193 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.23 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat's included: power cable (120 V and 230 V), Ethernet cable, RCA cable, safety and warranty information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the output level of the Node Icon variable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The XLR and RCA outputs ship with a variable level, and you control the volume in the BluOS app or with the remote. That lets the Icon go straight to a power amp or active speakers. If you connect it to an integrated amplifier, switch the output to a fixed level in the app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect headphones directly to the Node Icon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, via two 6.3 mm jacks. Behind them sits a genuine THX-AAA headphone amplifier delivering 230 mW into 32 ohms – enough even for more demanding models up to 250 ohms. Two jacks also mean you can listen with someone else without hunting for an adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the balanced XLR outputs for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXLR transmits the signal free of interference and hum loops to a power amp or active speakers, with a signal-to-noise ratio of −129 dB instead of −121 dB over RCA. For longer cable runs and racks with many devices, that pays off audibly. For short runs, RCA remains a clean solution too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the dual-mono DAC do for you?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe left and right channels each get their own ESS Sabre ES9039Q2M converter with a separate signal path. That lowers crosstalk and noise and produces a wide, clearly layered soundstage – instruments sit cleanly separated in space instead of blurring together. The Icon is also the first device with Qrono D\/A technology from MQA Labs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Node Icon support AirPlay 2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. You stream directly from your iPhone, iPad or Mac to the Node Icon and integrate it into an Apple Home setup. Android devices play to it via the BluOS app or Bluetooth. Internet radio and files from your network run without any paid subscription – Tidal or Qobuz are an option, not a requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Bluesound Node Icon at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a device in this class lives or dies by how well it's integrated. We work out with you whether the Icon plays straight into your power amp as a preamp or goes to your integrated amplifier, and we support you with Dirac Live. Our specialist team in Wädenswil has been a Qobuz hi-fi partner since 2018. Call us: 044 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find the matching pieces among our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/endstufen\"\u003epower amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/aktivlautsprecher\"\u003eactive speakers\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kopfhorer\"\u003eheadphones\u003c\/a\u003e, our other \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/streaming-vorverstarker\"\u003estreaming preamps\u003c\/a\u003e and the rest of our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/streaming\"\u003estreaming range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bluesound","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989492003152,"sku":null,"price":1099.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/bluesound-node-icon-netzwerk-streamer-schraegansicht.png?v=1785444998"},{"product_id":"bluesoundnodeperfbl","title":"Bluesound Node Network Streamer, Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Bluesound Node is a hi-res network streamer with an ESS Sabre DAC, adjustable analogue output and THX AAA headphone amplifier that extends an existing stereo system with streaming, TV sound and multiroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe matte satin black finish stays pleasantly in the background on the rack – no chrome, no blinking lights, just a slim enclosure that slides under any amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Node?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Node is Bluesound's best-selling streaming source, and the current N132 generation makes it clear why: an ESS Sabre ES9039Q2M converter with a −118 dB signal-to-noise ratio and 0.0007 percent distortion, HDMI eARC for the TV, a THX AAA headphone amplifier at the 6.3 mm jack, and a quad-core processor that doesn't stumble over gapless playback or hi-res material. The RCA output has adjustable volume – so the Node also works as a digital preamp ahead of a power amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eESS Sabre DAC ES9039Q2M:\u003c\/strong\u003e resolves bass, mids and treble cleanly and with very low noise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable RCA output:\u003c\/strong\u003e straight into a power amplifier or active speakers, or switchable to a fixed level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHDMI eARC:\u003c\/strong\u003e brings the TV sound onto your hi-fi system, controllable with the TV remote.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTHX AAA headphone amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.3 mm jack, 230 mW at 32 ohms – not just a token output.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubwoofer output:\u003c\/strong\u003e via RCA with adjustable crossover, or wirelessly to the Pulse Sub+.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull BluOS:\u003c\/strong\u003e AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready, Dirac Live Ready, multiroom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho's the Node for – and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe right choice if you want to bring an existing system up to date and make it more flexible – with TV connectivity, a subwoofer option and serious headphone use. Straight talk: if you absolutely refuse to use an app and would rather press buttons, the app-centric concept won't make you happy. You still need speakers and amplification separately; if you have neither, the Powernode is the shorter route.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mature all-rounder that turns a good system into a modern one – and brings along an adjustable output plus a THX AAA headphone amplifier, two things that rarely come together at this price point. At HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, we'll work out with you whether the Node is enough or the Icon is the smarter step up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Hi-res network streamer with DAC (BluOS), N132 generation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConverter: ESS Sabre ES9039Q2M (32-bit, Hyperstream IV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResolution: up to 24-bit \/ 192 kHz, DSD256 (via BluOS update)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormats: FLAC, WAV, AIFF, ALAC, MQA, MP3, AAC and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio \/ distortion: −118 dB, THD+N 0.0007%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput level: adjustable – RCA output with BluOS volume control, switchable to fixed level in the app\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadphone output: yes – 6.3 mm jack with THX AAA amplifier (160 mW\/16 Ω, 230 mW\/32 Ω, 53 mW\/250 Ω, 22 mW\/600 Ω)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalogue outputs: RCA stereo, subwoofer out (RCA, adjustable crossover), wireless to Pulse Sub+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital outputs: coaxial (RCA), optical (TOSLINK)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInputs: HDMI eARC, combo input mini-TOSLINK \/ 3.5 mm analogue, USB-A (storage media), IR input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFurther connections: trigger out, Gigabit LAN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork: Gigabit LAN, Wi-Fi 5 (dual-band), Bluetooth 5.2 (aptX Adaptive, bidirectional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming: BluOS, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready, Dirac Live Ready\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControls: illuminated touch panel with presets, no display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: black, matte satin lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower supply: 100–240 V AC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 220 × 46 × 146 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.09 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the box: power cable (120 V and 230 V), RCA cable, Ethernet cable, mini-jack-to-TOSLINK adapter, quick start guide, Dirac Live info card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Node's output level adjustable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The RCA output ships with variable volume, controlled via the BluOS app or the remote. This lets the Node work as a digital preamp straight into a power amplifier or active speakers. If it's connected to an integrated amplifier, you switch to a fixed level in the audio settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow good is the Node's headphone output?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsiderably better than a token jack. The 6.3 mm socket houses a genuine THX AAA amplifier delivering 160 mW at 16 ohms and 230 mW at 32 ohms, still 53 mW at 250 ohms. That drives most hi-fi headphones with ease, though very high-impedance models push it to its limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Node bring TV sound onto the system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, via HDMI eARC. You connect the Node to the TV's eARC port, and the TV sound then runs through your hi-fi chain, with the TV remote controlling the volume too. Compared with most TV speakers, that's a significant step up, especially for dialogue and film scores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNode, Node Icon or Powernode – which one fits?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Node is the source for an existing system. The Node Icon sits a class above with a dual-mono DAC, XLR output and 5-inch display. The Powernode already has the power amplifier built in – so you just connect speakers. The Node Nano is the smaller, stripped-down variant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Bluesound Node from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause day-to-day experience tells us how the Node fits into different systems – and we'll tell you honestly which variant is really enough. If you like, we'll set it up for you, Dirac Live included. Reach us in Wädenswil at 044 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find the right companions among the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/vollverstarker\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003espeakers\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kopfhorer\"\u003eheadphones\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/subwoofer\"\u003esubwoofers\u003c\/a\u003e and the rest of our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/streaming\"\u003estreaming range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bluesound","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989492068688,"sku":null,"price":599.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/bluesound-node-netzwerk-streamer-schwarz-schraegansicht.jpg?v=1785445024"},{"product_id":"bluesoundnodeperfwh","title":"Bluesound Node Network Streamer, White","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Bluesound Node is a hi-res network streamer with an ESS Sabre DAC, adjustable analogue output and THX AAA headphone amplifier that extends an existing stereo system with streaming, TV sound and multiroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn matte satin white, it's not a device you need to hide: on a light sideboard or an open shelf, it looks more like a piece of furniture than a piece of technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Node?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeneath the light-coloured surface lies the current N132 generation with an ESS Sabre ES9039Q2M converter, −118 dB signal-to-noise ratio and 0.0007 percent distortion. HDMI eARC connects the TV, the 6.3 mm jack houses a THX AAA headphone amplifier, and the quad-core processor keeps gapless playback and hi-res material running smoothly. Because the RCA output has adjustable volume, the Node can also work as a digital preamp straight ahead of a power amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eESS Sabre DAC ES9039Q2M:\u003c\/strong\u003e fine resolution up to 24-bit\/192 kHz, very low noise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable RCA output:\u003c\/strong\u003e preamp function included, switchable to fixed level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHDMI eARC:\u003c\/strong\u003e TV sound runs through the system, volume via the TV remote.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTHX AAA headphone amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.3 mm jack with 230 mW at 32 ohms, low distortion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubwoofer output:\u003c\/strong\u003e via RCA with adjustable crossover, or wirelessly to the Pulse Sub+.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull BluOS:\u003c\/strong\u003e AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready, Dirac Live Ready, multiroom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho's the Node for – and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits if you have a good system, want to modernise it, and care that the device doesn't stand out as a black block in a bright living room. Honestly: if you want to control everything with buttons on the unit, you'll feel out of place with the app-based operation. And the white surface wants the occasional dusting – dark devices forgive more in that respect. Amplification and speakers remain separate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe same versatile streamer as in black, just designed for bright living spaces – with TV connectivity, subwoofer option, a genuine headphone amplifier and adjustable output. At HD Zürisee, we'll clarify beforehand how it fits your amplifier and your room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Hi-res network streamer with DAC (BluOS), N132 generation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConverter: ESS Sabre ES9039Q2M (32-bit, Hyperstream IV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResolution: up to 24-bit \/ 192 kHz, DSD256 (via BluOS update)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormats: FLAC, WAV, AIFF, ALAC, MQA, MP3, AAC and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio \/ distortion: −118 dB, THD+N 0.0007%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput level: adjustable – RCA output with BluOS volume control, switchable to fixed level in the app\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadphone output: yes – 6.3 mm jack with THX AAA amplifier (160 mW\/16 Ω, 230 mW\/32 Ω, 53 mW\/250 Ω, 22 mW\/600 Ω)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalogue outputs: RCA stereo, subwoofer out (RCA, adjustable crossover), wireless to Pulse Sub+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital outputs: coaxial (RCA), optical (TOSLINK)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInputs: HDMI eARC, combo input mini-TOSLINK \/ 3.5 mm analogue, USB-A (storage media), IR input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFurther connections: trigger out, Gigabit LAN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork: Gigabit LAN, Wi-Fi 5 (dual-band), Bluetooth 5.2 (aptX Adaptive, bidirectional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming: BluOS, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready, Dirac Live Ready\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControls: illuminated touch panel with presets, no display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: white, matte satin lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower supply: 100–240 V AC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 220 × 46 × 146 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.09 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the box: power cable (120 V and 230 V), RCA cable, Ethernet cable, mini-jack-to-TOSLINK adapter, quick start guide, Dirac Live info card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect the Node directly to a power amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The RCA output ships with adjustable volume, which you control via the BluOS app or the remote. This lets the Node take on the role of a preamp and play directly into a power amplifier or active speakers. For use with an integrated amplifier, you set the output to a fixed level in the audio settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs there a genuine headphone amplifier in the Node?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Behind the 6.3 mm socket sits a THX AAA amplifier with error correction, not just a tap off the preamp stage. It delivers 230 mW at 32 ohms while staying very low in distortion. That's easily enough for the vast majority of hi-fi headphones; at 600 ohms it gets tight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I bring TV sound onto the system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVia HDMI eARC. One HDMI cable from the TV's eARC port to the Node is enough, and the sound then runs through your system, with the TV remote controlling it too. Series, concerts and films noticeably gain body, and dialogue in particular becomes clearer. A separate AV receiver isn't needed for this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Node need a streaming subscription?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Internet radio, music from your network storage and files from a USB stick run at no ongoing cost, as do AirPlay 2 and Bluetooth. You can add services like Tidal or Qobuz, but you don't have to – the Node remains a fully-fledged source even without a subscription.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Bluesound Node in white from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the white version stands in the living room, not in a technical cabinet – so it's worth thinking placement, cabling and operation through properly. That's exactly what we do with you, on-site installation included. Reach our team in Wädenswil at 044 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find the right companions among the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/vollverstarker\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/regallautsprecher\"\u003ebookshelf speakers\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kopfhorer\"\u003eheadphones\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/subwoofer\"\u003esubwoofers\u003c\/a\u003e and the rest of our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/streaming\"\u003estreaming range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bluesound","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989492101456,"sku":null,"price":599.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/bluesound-node-netzwerk-streamer-weiss-schraegansicht.jpg?v=1785445049"},{"product_id":"clearaudionanophonov2hbl","title":"Clearaudio Nano Phono Headphone V2, Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Clearaudio Nano Phono Headphone V2 is a compact phono preamp for MM and MC cartridges with a built-in headphone amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt takes in the signal from your cartridge and passes it on either to your system or directly to your headphones — handy when the record still needs to spin at half past ten and the rest of the household sees it differently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Nano Phono Headphone V2?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShort signal paths, a solid aluminium housing against interference, a stepless level control — and, in addition, a genuine headphone amplifier with a 3.5 mm jack on the front. MM\/MC mode, load impedance and the switchable subsonic filter are all set via jumpers on the underside. The RCA output remains available throughout: you don't have to choose between your system and your headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough headphones: a direct, immediate reproduction with a calm background — 81 dB of signal-to-noise ratio in MM mode really shows in quiet passages, where a noise floor would otherwise like to tag along. Voices sit tangibly in your head, bass stays controlled rather than bloated. Surprisingly mature for a housing 85 millimetres wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Nano Phono Headphone V2 for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who wants to listen to vinyl through headphones without adding a second device — and for anyone whose amplifier lacks a usable phono input. To be blunt: very low-impedance or extremely insensitive high-end headphones won't push this small amp to its limits — for those, a dedicated headphone amplifier is the right place to look. And important to know: the headphone output is fed from the phono input. You can't connect a CD player or streamer here — for that you need a headphone amp with a high-level input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo devices in one housing, without either one feeling like an afterthought. If you mostly listen to your turntable in the evening, and quietly, this is the most elegant solution in the Nano family: compact, flexible, and without an extra box in the rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e phono preamp for MM and MC cartridges with built-in headphone amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGain:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34 dB (MM) \/ 54 dB (MC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 47 kΩ \/ 220 pF (MM), selectable via jumper (MC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMode:\u003c\/strong\u003e MM\/MC switchable via jumper on the underside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRIAA accuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e ± 0.4 dB (20 Hz – 50 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e 81 dB (A) for MM \/ 70 dB (A) for MC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistortion:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt; 0.04%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChannel separation:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt; 80 dB at 1 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput level:\u003c\/strong\u003e continuously adjustable, max. 10 V RMS at 1 kHz (RCA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone output:\u003c\/strong\u003e present, 3.5 mm jack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInputs and outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e unbalanced RCA, ground terminal, headphone jack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubsonic filter:\u003c\/strong\u003e switchable via jumper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHousing:\u003c\/strong\u003e anodised aluminium, black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e external power supply, ± 18 V DC \/ 300 mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e max. 2.3 W, standby \u0026lt; 0.3 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W × H × D):\u003c\/strong\u003e 85 × 25 × 106 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 500 g (preamp with power supply)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e phono preamp, external power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat headphone connection does the Nano Phono Headphone V2 have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 3.5 mm jack, fed by its own headphone amplifier inside the housing. Headphones with a 6.3 mm plug connect via a simple adapter. You adjust the volume using the unit's stepless level control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I still connect it to my system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The RCA output goes to a free high-level input on your amplifier — AUX, CD, tuner or line — never to a phono input. Your system and your headphones aren't mutually exclusive, so there's no cable-swapping circus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect a CD player or streamer to the headphone amp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The headphone output is fed exclusively from the phono input; there's no high-level input. If you also want to listen to digital sources through headphones, you'll need an additional headphone amp with a line input — we'll show you suitable models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMM or MC — how do I set it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVia the jumpers on the underside. There you select the mode, the load impedance for moving coil systems, and the subsonic filter. Tell us which cartridge sits in the arm, and we'll include the right setting straight away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Nano Phono Headphone V2 from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the phono stage, cartridge and headphones need to match — and that's exactly where we advise you, instead of leaving you alone with a box. Our technician Mauri helps with setup. Reach us on +41 44 680 22 00 or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find the right headphones under \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kopfhorer\"\u003eheadphones\u003c\/a\u003e, more amplifiers for them under \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kopfhorerverstarker\"\u003eheadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e. On the analogue side, it's worth a look at \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/tonabnehmer\"\u003ecartridges\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/plattenspieler\"\u003eturntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clearaudio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989499212112,"sku":null,"price":490.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/clearaudio-nano-phono-headphone-v2-phono-vorverstaerker-schwarz-schraegansicht.jpg?v=1785846947"},{"product_id":"clearaudionanophonov2hsi","title":"Clearaudio Nano Phono Headphone V2, Silver","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Clearaudio Nano Phono Headphone V2 is a compact phono preamp for MM and MC cartridges with a built-in headphone amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn silver, the little aluminium block looks the part next to most turntables — and functionally it suits anyone who wants to keep listening to records even when the big system is better left off. Headphones in, stylus down, done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Nano Phono Headphone V2?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it handles the entire chain between cartridge and ear in a single housing. The phono stage applies RIAA equalisation to ± 0.4 dB accuracy, the built-in headphone amplifier drives via a 3.5 mm jack, and the stepless level control determines how loud it gets. MM or MC, load impedance and the subsonic filter are all set via jumpers on the underside — set once correctly, and you'll never touch them again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA calm background and direct, dynamic access. Through headphones, what stands out most is how clean the Nano stays: voices are stable, cymbals don't disintegrate, low end stays dry. It doesn't push its own sound forward but shows you, pretty unforgivingly, what your cartridge can really do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Nano Phono Headphone V2 for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor vinyl listeners considerate of their neighbours, for second systems in the home office, and for anyone whose amplifier has no decent phono input. To be blunt: with very low-impedance or particularly quiet high-end headphones, the small amp reaches its limits — then a dedicated headphone amplifier belongs in the chain. And the headphone output is permanently tied to the phono input: you can't feed digital sources like a CD player or streamer in here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most elegant solution in the Nano family for anyone who mainly enjoys vinyl through headphones. Two functions in a palm-sized housing, neither implemented half-heartedly — and the RCA output still stays free for your system. So you don't have to choose, which is rare enough as it is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e phono preamp for MM and MC cartridges with built-in headphone amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGain:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34 dB (MM) \/ 54 dB (MC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 47 kΩ \/ 220 pF (MM), selectable via jumper (MC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMode:\u003c\/strong\u003e MM\/MC switchable via jumper on the underside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRIAA accuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e ± 0.4 dB (20 Hz – 50 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e 81 dB (A) for MM \/ 70 dB (A) for MC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistortion:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt; 0.04%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChannel separation:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt; 80 dB at 1 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput level:\u003c\/strong\u003e continuously adjustable, max. 10 V RMS at 1 kHz (RCA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone output:\u003c\/strong\u003e present, 3.5 mm jack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInputs and outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e unbalanced RCA, ground terminal, headphone jack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubsonic filter:\u003c\/strong\u003e switchable via jumper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHousing:\u003c\/strong\u003e anodised aluminium, silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e external power supply, ± 18 V DC \/ 300 mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e max. 2.3 W, standby \u0026lt; 0.3 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W × H × D):\u003c\/strong\u003e 85 × 25 × 106 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 500 g (preamp with power supply)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e phono preamp, external power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat headphone jack does the Nano Phono Headphone V2 have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 3.5 mm jack, powered by its own headphone amplifier inside the aluminium housing. For headphones with a 6.3 mm plug, an adapter is all you need. You set the volume with the stepless level control — no separate headphone volume knob is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the unit still work with the system, without headphones?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, of course. Via the RCA output, the signal goes to a high-level input on your amplifier — AUX, CD, tuner or line, but never a phono input. You can leave both connected in parallel and decide depending on the time of day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect other sources to the headphone amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, there is no high-level input. The headphone output is fed exclusively from the phono input and is therefore reserved for the turntable. For digital sources, you'll need a separate headphone amplifier with a line input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Nano suit my moving coil cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the vast majority of cases, yes: 54 dB of gain and the jumper-selectable load impedance cover common MC cartridges. For very low-output models, it's worth a quick chat with us before you order — that saves you any nasty surprises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Nano Phono Headphone V2 from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we tell you whether your cartridge and your headphones suit this unit — even when the honest answer is sometimes no. Plus setup help from our technician Mauri in Wädenswil. Get in touch via WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find headphones for this amp under \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kopfhorer\"\u003eheadphones\u003c\/a\u003e, bigger solutions under \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kopfhorerverstarker\"\u003eheadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e. On the analogue side, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/tonabnehmer\"\u003ecartridges\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/plattenspieler\"\u003eturntables\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/alles-vinyl\"\u003eAll Vinyl\u003c\/a\u003e are waiting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clearaudio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989499244880,"sku":null,"price":490.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/clearaudio-phono-vorverstaerker-silber-schraegansicht-kopfhoereranschluss.jpg?v=1785846947"},{"product_id":"clearaudiosmartphonov2hbl","title":"Clearaudio Smart Phono Headphone V2, Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Clearaudio Smart Phono Headphone V2 is a phono preamplifier for MM and MC cartridges with a built-in headphone output that equalises the stylus signal and can feed it straight to your headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's the short answer to a very everyday situation: it's late, the system should stay off, but the record is already on the platter. That's exactly what this version is for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Smart Phono Headphone V2?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe phono stage is the same as in the Smart Phono V2: separate SMD circuits for MM and MC, milled aluminium housing, external plug-in power supply, fine-tuning via switches on the underside. Added to that is the headphone output as a 3.5 mm jack; you set the volume with the unit's level control. The RCA outputs for connecting to your amplifier are still there, unchanged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough headphones, the quiet of the circuit becomes especially clear: 85 dB signal-to-noise ratio for MM, over 90 dB channel separation, RIAA within ± 0.3 dB. Details that get lost in the room through speakers sit right at your ear – fingers on strings, breathing pauses, the reverberation of a recording space. Vinyl up close, without anyone in the next room finding out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Smart Phono Headphone V2 for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who listens to a lot of vinyl but can't always listen loud – flat living, late hours, sleeping housemates. One device instead of two, one power supply instead of two, one less cable run. Plain talk about the limits: the input is a pure phono input. You can't connect a DAC or CD player here – so it doesn't work as a universal headphone amp for your whole system. And if you own particularly hard-to-drive headphones, you'll get further with a standalone headphone amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA smart combination for vinyl listeners with headphone ambitions: the same honest phono stage as in the Smart Phono V2, plus an output that counts exactly when the speakers have to stay silent. If you're unsure whether the Headphone version or the base model suits your setup, we'll sort that out at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil in five minutes on the phone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e phono preamplifier for MM and MC with headphone output, switchable per channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGain:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34 dB (MM) \/ 54 dB (MC), each at 1 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 47 kΩ (MM) \/ 50 Ω, 100 Ω, 500 Ω, 1 kΩ, 5 kΩ selectable (MC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput capacitance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150 pF, 250 pF, 400 pF selectable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRIAA accuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e ± 0.3 dB (10 Hz – 100 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistortion:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt; 0.004 % (MC, A-weighted at 1 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e 85 dB (MM) \/ 72 dB (MC), A-weighted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChannel separation:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt; 90 dB at 1 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput level:\u003c\/strong\u003e adjustable via level control on the unit, max. 10 V RMS at 1 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone output:\u003c\/strong\u003e fitted, 3.5 mm jack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnections:\u003c\/strong\u003e unbalanced RCA input and output, ground terminal, headphone jack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFilter:\u003c\/strong\u003e switchable subsonic filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e external plug-in power supply, ± 18 V DC \/ 300 mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e max. 2.7 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHousing:\u003c\/strong\u003e anodised aluminium, black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W × H × D):\u003c\/strong\u003e 95 × 34 × 125 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 620 g (preamplifier and power supply)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel no.:\u003c\/strong\u003e EL027\/H\/B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e phono preamplifier, external plug-in power supply (± 18 V DC \/ 300 mA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich headphone jack does the Smart Phono Headphone V2 have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 3.5 mm jack socket. Headphones with a 6.3 mm plug connect via an adapter – most good headphones come with one anyway. You set the volume directly with the unit's level control; no extra amplifier is needed for headphone use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I also connect a CD player or DAC to the Smart Phono Headphone V2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The input is a pure phono input for MM and MC cartridges and expects a very small signal. High-level sources belong on your amplifier or on a standalone headphone amplifier. If you need both, we're happy to show you sensible combinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I set up the unit for my cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVia switches on the underside of the unit. You choose MM or MC per channel, the MC load impedance from 50 Ω to 5 kΩ, the input capacitance at 150, 250 or 400 pF, and switch in the subsonic filter as needed. If you like, we'll take care of the setup before handover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference from the Smart Phono V2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe phono stage is identical – same gain, same adjustment options, same measured values. The Headphone version adds a headphone output with a 3.5 mm jack. Anyone who'll never listen directly from the unit saves with the base model; anyone who wants to listen to records quietly in the evening is in the right place here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Smart Phono Headphone V2 from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause two things need to fit together: the setup for your cartridge and the choice of headphones. We sort out both with you, rather than leaving you alone with a box – including service from our own in-house technician. Reach us on +41 44 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find the right headphones under \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kopfhorer\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e, the right \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/tonabnehmer\"\u003ecartridge\u003c\/a\u003e right next to them. Add \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/plattenspieler\"\u003eturntables\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/tonarme\"\u003etonearms\u003c\/a\u003e – and if the same phono stage without a headphone output is enough for you, you'll find it under \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/phono-vorverstarker\"\u003ePhono preamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clearaudio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989500260688,"sku":null,"price":800.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/clearaudio-smart-phono-headphone-v2-phono-vorverstaerker-schwarz-schraegansicht.jpg?v=1785846986"},{"product_id":"clearaudiosmartphonov2hsi","title":"Clearaudio Smart Phono Headphone V2, Silver","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Clearaudio Smart Phono Headphone V2 is a phono preamplifier for MM and MC cartridges with a built-in headphone output that lets you listen straight from the unit, without going via the rest of your system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Silver it's a small, cleanly milled block of aluminium that takes on two jobs: phono equalisation and headphone listening at the turntable. One less box in the rack, one less power supply under the sideboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Smart Phono Headphone V2?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the hood works the same technology as in the Smart Phono V2: two separate SMD circuits for MM and MC, switchable per channel, load impedance from 50 Ω to 5 kΩ, input capacitance in three steps, a switchable subsonic filter against record warp. The plug-in power supply sits outside the housing, where it can't do any harm. Added to that is the 3.5 mm headphone jack, whose level you set on the unit's control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA phono stage that leaves nothing to be desired in measurement terms – ± 0.3 dB RIAA accuracy across ten octaves, under 0.004 % distortion, more than 90 dB channel separation – and a headphone path that brings that cleanliness straight to your ear. On headphones you hear surface noise just as clearly as the silence between notes, and both belong to listening to vinyl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Smart Phono Headphone V2 for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor vinyl listeners in flats, for late nights, for anyone who doesn't see headphones as a compromise. Also for small setups where one less device simply means more space. Plain talk: the input accepts phono signals only – you can't connect a streamer, DAC or CD player here, so the unit isn't a universal headphone amp for your whole system. And for particularly power-hungry headphones, a standalone headphone amplifier remains the stronger solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo functions, one housing, no compromises on the phono stage – for many vinyl listeners that's exactly the right equation. Which headphones suit it and how the unit should be set up for your cartridge is something we'd rather discuss once, calmly, at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, than have you try three times yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e phono preamplifier for MM and MC with headphone output, switchable per channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGain:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34 dB (MM) \/ 54 dB (MC), each at 1 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 47 kΩ (MM) \/ 50 Ω, 100 Ω, 500 Ω, 1 kΩ, 5 kΩ selectable (MC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput capacitance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150 pF, 250 pF, 400 pF selectable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRIAA accuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e ± 0.3 dB (10 Hz – 100 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistortion:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt; 0.004 % (MC, A-weighted at 1 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e 85 dB (MM) \/ 72 dB (MC), A-weighted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChannel separation:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt; 90 dB at 1 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput level:\u003c\/strong\u003e adjustable via level control on the unit, max. 10 V RMS at 1 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone output:\u003c\/strong\u003e fitted, 3.5 mm jack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnections:\u003c\/strong\u003e unbalanced RCA input and output, ground terminal, headphone jack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFilter:\u003c\/strong\u003e switchable subsonic filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e external plug-in power supply, ± 18 V DC \/ 300 mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e max. 2.7 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHousing:\u003c\/strong\u003e anodised aluminium, silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W × H × D):\u003c\/strong\u003e 95 × 34 × 125 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 620 g (preamplifier and power supply)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel no.:\u003c\/strong\u003e EL027\/H\/S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e phono preamplifier, external plug-in power supply (± 18 V DC \/ 300 mA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich headphones can I connect?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe output is a 3.5 mm jack socket; models with a 6.3 mm plug run via a simple adapter. For common headphones in the mid impedance range, the power is quite sufficient. Tell us which model you have or are considering – then we'll tell you honestly whether it's a good match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the phono stage the same as in the Smart Phono V2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Gain, load matching, RIAA accuracy and signal-to-noise ratio are identical; the Headphone version simply adds the headphone output. Both units behave the same on your amplifier. So the extra cost buys you the headphone path, not a better phono stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect a source other than my turntable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The input is designed solely for MM and MC cartridges and expects a very small signal. A CD player, DAC or streamer would overdrive it hopelessly. Such sources belong on your amplifier or on a separate headphone amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I set up the unit for my cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVia the switches on the underside: MM or MC per channel, MC load impedance in five steps between 50 Ω and 5 kΩ, input capacitance at 150, 250 or 400 pF, plus the switchable subsonic filter. We'll do the basic setup for you if you like, before the unit reaches you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Smart Phono Headphone V2 from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause with us you get more than just a device – you get the matching set-up: cartridge, phono stage, headphones. Our in-house team has been doing this for decades, and our technician Mauri takes care of service and installation. Reach us on +41 44 680 22 00, by WhatsApp on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or at shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe right \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kopfhorer\"\u003eheadphones\u003c\/a\u003e make half the difference with this unit, the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/tonabnehmer\"\u003ecartridge\u003c\/a\u003e the other half. You'll also find \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/plattenspieler\"\u003eturntables\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/tonarme\"\u003etonearms\u003c\/a\u003e and further \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/phono-vorverstarker\"\u003ephono preamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e in our range.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clearaudio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989500293456,"sku":null,"price":800.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/clearaudio-smart-phono-headphone-v2-phono-vorverstaerker-silber-schraegansicht.jpg?v=1785847024"},{"product_id":"goldnoteds10evobl","title":"Gold Note DS-10 EVO Streaming DAC, Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Gold Note DS-10 EVO is a streaming DAC with preamplifier and headphone amplifier that combines digital sources, network streaming and Bluetooth in one compact aluminium enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's hand-built in Tuscany – by people who first made their name with turntables and take digital playback just as seriously. In black, the brushed aluminium looks understated and fits into practically any rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the DS-10 EVO?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it replaces three devices in one, without you hearing it in the sound. The AKM AK4493 converter processes PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz and DSD up to DSD512 (via USB), the preamplifier has its own volume control, and the headphone output on the front isn't a token jack but a full-fledged stage with two gain settings. One box, one power cable, one clean signal path – and yet the complete chain from stream to power amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA feature other DACs simply don't offer: you can adjust the sound profile in real time. Digital filters, de-emphasis and DSD filters can be tuned via the menu without degrading the signal. Harshly recorded albums gain a bit of smoothness this way – if you like tinkering, you can play with it; if not, leave everything on factory settings and still hear first-class sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalm and resolution. The DS-10 EVO separates instruments cleanly, layers them in depth and stays composed even in dense passages. Over LAN or dual-band Wi-Fi you stream Roon, Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify and more in full resolution; it also plays local files from a NAS or USB stick. Everything is controlled via the 2.8-inch display with single-knob control, the remote, or the free GN Control app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the DS-10 EVO suited for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who listens digitally and wants to bundle streamer, DAC and preamp in one slim device – from a headphone setup at the desk to a full-blown system with a power amp or active speakers. Plain talk: the DS-10 EVO is a pure digital source. If you need an analogue input – for a tuner or a separate phono stage, say – then the DS-10 EVO Line variant is the right choice. And the small, brilliant display reads best up close; day to day you'll mostly control the unit via the app anyway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect the DS-10 EVO directly to a power amp or active speakers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Thanks to its own volume control, the DS-10 EVO works as a full-fledged preamplifier – via the variable RCA or XLR outputs you go straight into a power amp or active speakers. If you only need it as a pure converter, the preamp stage can be bypassed and the level fixed at 2 V.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DS-10 EVO is a surprisingly versatile piece of high-end gear: streamer, converter, preamp and headphone amplifier that together add up to more than the sum of their parts – on very little footprint. We at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil set the device up on your network, connect your streaming services and speakers cleanly, and show you how to get the last bit out of the sound filters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: streaming DAC with preamplifier and headphone amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD\/A converter: AKM AK4493\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.1 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal harmonic distortion (THD): max. 0.001 %\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: 125 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic range: 120 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupported formats: PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz, DSD up to DSD512 (via USB), MQA, FLAC, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, MP3, OGG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming: Roon Ready, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2, UPnP\/DLNA, vTuner, Deezer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork: LAN (Ethernet) and dual-band Wi-Fi (802.11a\/b\/g\/n\/ac), Bluetooth 5.0 HD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital inputs: 1× coaxial (RCA), 1× AES\/EBU, 2× optical (TOS-Link) – each up to 24-bit\/192 kHz; 1× USB-B (up to DSD512 \/ 32-bit\/384 kHz); 1× USB-A (up to DSD256 \/ 32-bit\/384 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDAC outputs: 1× RCA and 1× XLR (fixed, 2 Vrms)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreamp outputs: 1× RCA and 1× XLR (variable), 1× headphone 6.3 mm (two gain settings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput impedance: 50 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower consumption: 35 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay: 2.8-inch TFT with single-knob control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 200 × 80 × 260 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: black (anodised aluminium, brushed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScope of delivery: DS-10 EVO, remote control, Wi-Fi antenna, power cable, user manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a paid subscription for the DS-10 EVO?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Services like Tidal or Qobuz are an option, not a requirement. You can just as easily use local files from a NAS or USB stick, internet radio (vTuner), or playback via AirPlay and Bluetooth. A subscription is worthwhile if you want the whole streaming library – it's not necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the DS-10 EVO Roon Ready?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the DS-10 EVO is certified as Roon Ready by Roon Labs and integrates into a Roon network without any hassle. It also supports Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect and AirPlay 2, so you can play directly from the respective apps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the PSU-10 EVO relate to the DS-10 EVO?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PSU-10 EVO is an optional external power supply from Gold Note. It feeds the DS-10 EVO with cleaner power and coaxes even more calm and fine detail out of it. You don't need it to operate the unit – it's a later upgrade step if you want to get the absolute maximum out of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Gold Note DS-10 EVO from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a streamer only shines in a properly set-up system. We integrate the DS-10 EVO into your network, set up streaming services and speakers to match, and give you honest advice on whether a power amp, active speakers or headphones are the best route for your room. As an experienced specialist team in Wädenswil, we're there for you even after the purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoes well with:\u003c\/strong\u003e active or passive \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/standlautsprecher\"\u003efloorstanding speakers\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/regallautsprecher\"\u003ebookshelf speakers\u003c\/a\u003e, plus more network players and sources from our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/streaming\"\u003eStreaming\u003c\/a\u003e selection. Anyone who wants to get more out of the power supply can add the external PSU-10 EVO later.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gold Note","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989508911440,"sku":"304432","price":2790.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/gold-note-ds-10-evo-streaming-dac-schwarz-frontansicht.jpg?v=1785924822"},{"product_id":"goldnoteds10evogold","title":"Gold Note DS-10 EVO Streaming DAC, Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Gold Note DS-10 EVO is a streaming DAC with preamplifier and headphone amplifier that combines digital sources, network streaming and Bluetooth in one compact aluminium enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's hand-built in Tuscany – by people who first made their name with turntables and take digital playback just as seriously. The gold-anodised, brushed aluminium adds a warm, refined accent to the rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the DS-10 EVO?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it replaces three devices in one, without you hearing it in the sound. The AKM AK4493 converter processes PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz and DSD up to DSD512 (via USB), the preamplifier has its own volume control, and the headphone output on the front isn't a token jack but a full-fledged stage with two gain settings. One box, one power cable, one clean signal path – and yet the complete chain from stream to power amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA feature other DACs simply don't offer: you can adjust the sound profile in real time. Digital filters, de-emphasis and DSD filters can be tuned via the menu without degrading the signal. Harshly recorded albums gain a bit of smoothness this way – if you like tinkering, you can play with it; if not, leave everything on factory settings and still hear first-class sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalm and resolution. The DS-10 EVO separates instruments cleanly, layers them in depth and stays composed even in dense passages. Over LAN or dual-band Wi-Fi you stream Roon, Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify and more in full resolution; it also plays local files from a NAS or USB stick. Everything is controlled via the 2.8-inch display with single-knob control, the remote, or the free GN Control app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the DS-10 EVO suited for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who listens digitally and wants to bundle streamer, DAC and preamp in one slim device – from a headphone setup at the desk to a full-blown system with a power amp or active speakers. Plain talk: the DS-10 EVO is a pure digital source. If you need an analogue input – for a tuner or a separate phono stage, say – then the DS-10 EVO Line variant is the right choice. And the small, brilliant display reads best up close; day to day you'll mostly control the unit via the app anyway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect the DS-10 EVO directly to a power amp or active speakers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Thanks to its own volume control, the DS-10 EVO works as a full-fledged preamplifier – via the variable RCA or XLR outputs you go straight into a power amp or active speakers. If you only need it as a pure converter, the preamp stage can be bypassed and the level fixed at 2 V.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DS-10 EVO is a surprisingly versatile piece of high-end gear: streamer, converter, preamp and headphone amplifier that together add up to more than the sum of their parts – on very little footprint. We at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil set the device up on your network, connect your streaming services and speakers cleanly, and show you how to get the last bit out of the sound filters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: streaming DAC with preamplifier and headphone amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD\/A converter: AKM AK4493\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.1 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal harmonic distortion (THD): max. 0.001 %\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: 125 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic range: 120 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupported formats: PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz, DSD up to DSD512 (via USB), MQA, FLAC, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, MP3, OGG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming: Roon Ready, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2, UPnP\/DLNA, vTuner, Deezer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork: LAN (Ethernet) and dual-band Wi-Fi (802.11a\/b\/g\/n\/ac), Bluetooth 5.0 HD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital inputs: 1× coaxial (RCA), 1× AES\/EBU, 2× optical (TOS-Link) – each up to 24-bit\/192 kHz; 1× USB-B (up to DSD512 \/ 32-bit\/384 kHz); 1× USB-A (up to DSD256 \/ 32-bit\/384 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDAC outputs: 1× RCA and 1× XLR (fixed, 2 Vrms)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreamp outputs: 1× RCA and 1× XLR (variable), 1× headphone 6.3 mm (two gain settings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput impedance: 50 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower consumption: 35 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay: 2.8-inch TFT with single-knob control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 200 × 80 × 260 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: gold (anodised aluminium, brushed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScope of delivery: DS-10 EVO, remote control, Wi-Fi antenna, power cable, user manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a paid subscription for the DS-10 EVO?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Services like Tidal or Qobuz are an option, not a requirement. You can just as easily use local files from a NAS or USB stick, internet radio (vTuner), or playback via AirPlay and Bluetooth. A subscription is worthwhile if you want the whole streaming library – it's not necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the DS-10 EVO Roon Ready?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the DS-10 EVO is certified as Roon Ready by Roon Labs and integrates into a Roon network without any hassle. It also supports Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect and AirPlay 2, so you can play directly from the respective apps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the PSU-10 EVO relate to the DS-10 EVO?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PSU-10 EVO is an optional external power supply from Gold Note. It feeds the DS-10 EVO with cleaner power and coaxes even more calm and fine detail out of it. You don't need it to operate the unit – it's a later upgrade step if you want to get the absolute maximum out of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Gold Note DS-10 EVO from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a streamer only shines in a properly set-up system. We integrate the DS-10 EVO into your network, set up streaming services and speakers to match, and give you honest advice on whether a power amp, active speakers or headphones are the best route for your room. As an experienced specialist team in Wädenswil, we're there for you even after the purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoes well with:\u003c\/strong\u003e active or passive \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/standlautsprecher\"\u003efloorstanding speakers\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/regallautsprecher\"\u003ebookshelf speakers\u003c\/a\u003e, plus more network players and sources from our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/streaming\"\u003eStreaming\u003c\/a\u003e selection. Anyone who wants to get more out of the power supply can add the external PSU-10 EVO later.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gold Note","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989508944208,"sku":"304433","price":2790.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/gold-note-ds-10-evo-streaming-dac-gold-frontansicht.jpg?v=1785924822"},{"product_id":"goldnoteds10evolinebl","title":"Gold Note DS-10 EVO Line Streaming DAC, Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Gold Note DS-10 EVO Line is a streaming DAC with analog input, preamplifier and headphone amplifier that brings together digital and analog sources and network streaming in one compact aluminum chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's built by hand in Tuscany – by people who first made their name with turntables and take digital playback just as seriously. In Black, the brushed aluminum looks understated and fits into virtually any rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the DS-10 EVO Line?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Line is the DS-10 EVO with one decisive extra: an analog input. That lets you loop in an external phono stage, a tuner or another line source and control everything through the unit's single volume control. The rest is High End through and through: the AKM AK4493 converter handles PCM up to 32-bit\/384kHz and DSD up to DSD512 (via USB), the headphone output on the front is a full-fledged stage with two gain settings, and the preamplifier drives a power amp or active speakers directly. One box for the whole chain – digital and analog alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen there's the feature other DACs simply don't offer: you can adjust the sound profile in real time. Digital filters, de-emphasis and DSD filters can be adjusted through the menu without degrading the signal – making an analytical chain smoother without sacrificing detail. If you like to tinker, go for it; if not, leave everything at the factory setting and still enjoy first-class sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalm and resolution. The DS-10 EVO Line separates instruments cleanly, stages them in depth and stays composed even in dense passages. Over LAN or dual-band Wi-Fi you stream Roon, Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify and more in full resolution; it plays local files from NAS or USB stick and analog sources on the line input just as well. Everything is controlled via the 2.8-inch display with single-knob control, the remote, or the free GN-Control app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the DS-10 EVO Line for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who listens to both digital and analog and wants to combine streamer, DAC and preamp in one sleek unit – from a desktop setup with headphones to a system with a power amp or active speakers that also has an analog source attached. Bottom line: you pay extra for the analog input compared with the standard EVO. If you only use digital sources and streaming, the regular DS-10 EVO does the job just as well – the Line only pays off once you actually want to loop in an analog source. And the small, brilliant display reads best up close; in everyday use you'll mostly control the unit via the app anyway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect the DS-10 EVO Line directly to a power amp or active speakers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Thanks to its own volume control, the DS-10 EVO Line works as a full-fledged preamplifier – via the variable RCA or XLR outputs you go straight into a power amp or active speakers. If you only need it as a pure converter, the preamp stage can be bypassed and the level fixed at 2V.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich analog source suits the DS-10 EVO Line?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe analog input is a 3.5mm jack at line level (input impedance 10kΩ). You connect a source with a line output – for example the output stage of an external phono stage, a tuner or another player. For RCA sources you'll need an RCA-to-jack cable; we're happy to recommend the right one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DS-10 EVO Line is the most versatile variant in the DS-10 family: streamer, converter, preamp and headphone amplifier plus analog input – all in a small footprint. We at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil set the unit up on your network, connect streaming services, analog sources and speakers cleanly, and show you how to get the most out of the sound filters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: streaming DAC with analog input, preamplifier and headphone amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD\/A converter: AKM AK4493\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz (±0.1dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal harmonic distortion (THD): max. 0.001%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: 125dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic range: 120dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupported formats: PCM up to 32-bit\/384kHz, DSD up to DSD512 (via USB), MQA, FLAC, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, MP3, OGG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming: Roon Ready, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2, UPnP\/DLNA, vTuner, Deezer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork: LAN (Ethernet) and dual-band Wi-Fi (802.11a\/b\/g\/n\/ac), Bluetooth 5.0 HD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital inputs: 1× coaxial (RCA), 1× AES\/EBU, 2× optical (TOS-Link) – each up to 24-bit\/192kHz; 1× USB-B (up to DSD512 \/ 32-bit\/384kHz); 1× USB-A (up to DSD256 \/ 32-bit\/384kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalog input: 1× 3.5mm jack, line level (input impedance 10kΩ)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDAC outputs: 1× RCA and 1× XLR (fixed, 2Vrms)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreamp outputs: 1× RCA and 1× XLR (variable), 1× 6.3mm headphone (two gain settings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput impedance: 50Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower consumption: 35W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay: 2.8-inch TFT with single-knob control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 200 × 80 × 260mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Black (anodized aluminum, brushed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: DS-10 EVO Line, remote control, Wi-Fi antenna, power cable, user manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between DS-10 EVO and DS-10 EVO Line?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Line additionally has an analog line input (3.5mm jack, 10kΩ); technically the two are otherwise identical. If you only listen digitally and via streaming, the standard EVO is enough. If you also want to loop in an analog source such as a phono stage or a tuner, the Line is the right choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a paid subscription for the DS-10 EVO Line?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Services like Tidal or Qobuz are an option, not a requirement. You can just as easily use local files from NAS or USB stick, internet radio (vTuner), an analog source or Bluetooth. A subscription is worthwhile if you want the full streaming library – it isn't necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the DS-10 EVO Line Roon Ready?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the DS-10 EVO Line is certified Roon Ready by Roon Labs and integrates into your Roon network without hassle. It also supports Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect and AirPlay 2, so you can play directly from the respective apps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Gold Note DS-10 EVO Line at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a streaming preamplifier only shines in a properly set-up system. We integrate the DS-10 EVO Line into your network, connect digital and analog sources cleanly, and give you honest advice on whether EVO or Line, power amp, active speakers or headphones is the best route for your room. As an experienced team in Wädenswil, we're also here for you after the purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoes well with:\u003c\/strong\u003e active or passive \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/standlautsprecher\"\u003efloorstanding speakers\u003c\/a\u003e, a \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/plattenspieler\"\u003eturntable\u003c\/a\u003e as an analog source, and other network players from our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/streaming\"\u003eStreaming\u003c\/a\u003e selection. If you want to get more out of the power supply, add the external PSU-10 EVO later.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gold Note","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989508976976,"sku":"304434","price":2990.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/gold-note-ds-10-evo-line-streaming-dac-schwarz-frontansicht.jpg?v=1785927251"},{"product_id":"goldnoteds10evolinegold","title":"Gold Note DS-10 EVO Line Streaming DAC, Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Gold Note DS-10 EVO Line is a streaming DAC with analog input, preamplifier and headphone amplifier that brings together digital and analog sources and network streaming in one compact aluminum chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's built by hand in Tuscany – by people who first made their name with turntables and take digital playback just as seriously. The gold anodized, brushed aluminum adds a warm, refined accent to the rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the DS-10 EVO Line?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Line is the DS-10 EVO with one decisive extra: an analog input. That lets you loop in an external phono stage, a tuner or another line source and control everything through the unit's single volume control. The rest is High End through and through: the AKM AK4493 converter handles PCM up to 32-bit\/384kHz and DSD up to DSD512 (via USB), the headphone output on the front is a full-fledged stage with two gain settings, and the preamplifier drives a power amp or active speakers directly. One box for the whole chain – digital and analog alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen there's the feature other DACs simply don't offer: you can adjust the sound profile in real time. Digital filters, de-emphasis and DSD filters can be adjusted through the menu without degrading the signal – making an analytical chain smoother without sacrificing detail. If you like to tinker, go for it; if not, leave everything at the factory setting and still enjoy first-class sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalm and resolution. The DS-10 EVO Line separates instruments cleanly, stages them in depth and stays composed even in dense passages. Over LAN or dual-band Wi-Fi you stream Roon, Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify and more in full resolution; it plays local files from NAS or USB stick and analog sources on the line input just as well. Everything is controlled via the 2.8-inch display with single-knob control, the remote, or the free GN-Control app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the DS-10 EVO Line for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who listens to both digital and analog and wants to combine streamer, DAC and preamp in one sleek unit – from a desktop setup with headphones to a system with a power amp or active speakers that also has an analog source attached. Bottom line: you pay extra for the analog input compared with the standard EVO. If you only use digital sources and streaming, the regular DS-10 EVO does the job just as well – the Line only pays off once you actually want to loop in an analog source. And the small, brilliant display reads best up close; in everyday use you'll mostly control the unit via the app anyway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect the DS-10 EVO Line directly to a power amp or active speakers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Thanks to its own volume control, the DS-10 EVO Line works as a full-fledged preamplifier – via the variable RCA or XLR outputs you go straight into a power amp or active speakers. If you only need it as a pure converter, the preamp stage can be bypassed and the level fixed at 2V.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich analog source suits the DS-10 EVO Line?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe analog input is a 3.5mm jack at line level (input impedance 10kΩ). You connect a source with a line output – for example the output stage of an external phono stage, a tuner or another player. For RCA sources you'll need an RCA-to-jack cable; we're happy to recommend the right one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DS-10 EVO Line is the most versatile variant in the DS-10 family: streamer, converter, preamp and headphone amplifier plus analog input – all in a small footprint. We at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil set the unit up on your network, connect streaming services, analog sources and speakers cleanly, and show you how to get the most out of the sound filters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: streaming DAC with analog input, preamplifier and headphone amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD\/A converter: AKM AK4493\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz (±0.1dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal harmonic distortion (THD): max. 0.001%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: 125dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic range: 120dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupported formats: PCM up to 32-bit\/384kHz, DSD up to DSD512 (via USB), MQA, FLAC, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, MP3, OGG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming: Roon Ready, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2, UPnP\/DLNA, vTuner, Deezer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork: LAN (Ethernet) and dual-band Wi-Fi (802.11a\/b\/g\/n\/ac), Bluetooth 5.0 HD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital inputs: 1× coaxial (RCA), 1× AES\/EBU, 2× optical (TOS-Link) – each up to 24-bit\/192kHz; 1× USB-B (up to DSD512 \/ 32-bit\/384kHz); 1× USB-A (up to DSD256 \/ 32-bit\/384kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalog input: 1× 3.5mm jack, line level (input impedance 10kΩ)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDAC outputs: 1× RCA and 1× XLR (fixed, 2Vrms)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreamp outputs: 1× RCA and 1× XLR (variable), 1× 6.3mm headphone (two gain settings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput impedance: 50Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower consumption: 35W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay: 2.8-inch TFT with single-knob control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 200 × 80 × 260mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Gold (anodized aluminum, brushed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: DS-10 EVO Line, remote control, Wi-Fi antenna, power cable, user manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between DS-10 EVO and DS-10 EVO Line?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Line additionally has an analog line input (3.5mm jack, 10kΩ); technically the two are otherwise identical. If you only listen digitally and via streaming, the standard EVO is enough. If you also want to loop in an analog source such as a phono stage or a tuner, the Line is the right choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a paid subscription for the DS-10 EVO Line?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Services like Tidal or Qobuz are an option, not a requirement. You can just as easily use local files from NAS or USB stick, internet radio (vTuner), an analog source or Bluetooth. A subscription is worthwhile if you want the full streaming library – it isn't necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the DS-10 EVO Line Roon Ready?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the DS-10 EVO Line is certified Roon Ready by Roon Labs and integrates into your Roon network without hassle. It also supports Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect and AirPlay 2, so you can play directly from the respective apps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Gold Note DS-10 EVO Line at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a streaming preamplifier only shines in a properly set-up system. We integrate the DS-10 EVO Line into your network, connect digital and analog sources cleanly, and give you honest advice on whether EVO or Line, power amp, active speakers or headphones is the best route for your room. As an experienced team in Wädenswil, we're also here for you after the purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoes well with:\u003c\/strong\u003e active or passive \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/standlautsprecher\"\u003efloorstanding speakers\u003c\/a\u003e, a \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/plattenspieler\"\u003eturntable\u003c\/a\u003e as an analog source, and other network players from our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/streaming\"\u003eStreaming\u003c\/a\u003e selection. If you want to get more out of the power supply, add the external PSU-10 EVO later.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gold Note","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989509009744,"sku":"304435","price":2990.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/gold-note-ds-10-evo-line-streaming-dac-gold-frontansicht.jpg?v=1785927251"},{"product_id":"goldnoteds10evolinesi","title":"Gold Note DS-10 EVO Line Streaming DAC, Silver","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Gold Note DS-10 EVO Line is a streaming DAC with analog input, preamplifier and headphone amplifier that brings together digital and analog sources and network streaming in one compact aluminum chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's built by hand in Tuscany – by people who first made their name with turntables and take digital playback just as seriously. In Silver, the brushed aluminum looks bright and classic – a calm, enduring presence in the rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the DS-10 EVO Line?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Line is the DS-10 EVO with one decisive extra: an analog input. That lets you loop in an external phono stage, a tuner or another line source and control everything through the unit's single volume control. The rest is High End through and through: the AKM AK4493 converter handles PCM up to 32-bit\/384kHz and DSD up to DSD512 (via USB), the headphone output on the front is a full-fledged stage with two gain settings, and the preamplifier drives a power amp or active speakers directly. One box for the whole chain – digital and analog alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen there's the feature other DACs simply don't offer: you can adjust the sound profile in real time. Digital filters, de-emphasis and DSD filters can be adjusted through the menu without degrading the signal – making an analytical chain smoother without sacrificing detail. If you like to tinker, go for it; if not, leave everything at the factory setting and still enjoy first-class sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalm and resolution. The DS-10 EVO Line separates instruments cleanly, stages them in depth and stays composed even in dense passages. Over LAN or dual-band Wi-Fi you stream Roon, Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify and more in full resolution; it plays local files from NAS or USB stick and analog sources on the line input just as well. Everything is controlled via the 2.8-inch display with single-knob control, the remote, or the free GN-Control app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the DS-10 EVO Line for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who listens to both digital and analog and wants to combine streamer, DAC and preamp in one sleek unit – from a desktop setup with headphones to a system with a power amp or active speakers that also has an analog source attached. Bottom line: you pay extra for the analog input compared with the standard EVO. If you only use digital sources and streaming, the regular DS-10 EVO does the job just as well – the Line only pays off once you actually want to loop in an analog source. And the small, brilliant display reads best up close; in everyday use you'll mostly control the unit via the app anyway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect the DS-10 EVO Line directly to a power amp or active speakers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Thanks to its own volume control, the DS-10 EVO Line works as a full-fledged preamplifier – via the variable RCA or XLR outputs you go straight into a power amp or active speakers. If you only need it as a pure converter, the preamp stage can be bypassed and the level fixed at 2V.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich analog source suits the DS-10 EVO Line?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe analog input is a 3.5mm jack at line level (input impedance 10kΩ). You connect a source with a line output – for example the output stage of an external phono stage, a tuner or another player. For RCA sources you'll need an RCA-to-jack cable; we're happy to recommend the right one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DS-10 EVO Line is the most versatile variant in the DS-10 family: streamer, converter, preamp and headphone amplifier plus analog input – all in a small footprint. We at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil set the unit up on your network, connect streaming services, analog sources and speakers cleanly, and show you how to get the most out of the sound filters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: streaming DAC with analog input, preamplifier and headphone amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD\/A converter: AKM AK4493\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz (±0.1dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal harmonic distortion (THD): max. 0.001%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: 125dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic range: 120dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupported formats: PCM up to 32-bit\/384kHz, DSD up to DSD512 (via USB), MQA, FLAC, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, MP3, OGG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming: Roon Ready, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2, UPnP\/DLNA, vTuner, Deezer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork: LAN (Ethernet) and dual-band Wi-Fi (802.11a\/b\/g\/n\/ac), Bluetooth 5.0 HD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital inputs: 1× coaxial (RCA), 1× AES\/EBU, 2× optical (TOS-Link) – each up to 24-bit\/192kHz; 1× USB-B (up to DSD512 \/ 32-bit\/384kHz); 1× USB-A (up to DSD256 \/ 32-bit\/384kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalog input: 1× 3.5mm jack, line level (input impedance 10kΩ)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDAC outputs: 1× RCA and 1× XLR (fixed, 2Vrms)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreamp outputs: 1× RCA and 1× XLR (variable), 1× 6.3mm headphone (two gain settings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput impedance: 50Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower consumption: 35W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay: 2.8-inch TFT with single-knob control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 200 × 80 × 260mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Silver (anodized aluminum, brushed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: DS-10 EVO Line, remote control, Wi-Fi antenna, power cable, user manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between DS-10 EVO and DS-10 EVO Line?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Line additionally has an analog line input (3.5mm jack, 10kΩ); technically the two are otherwise identical. If you only listen digitally and via streaming, the standard EVO is enough. If you also want to loop in an analog source such as a phono stage or a tuner, the Line is the right choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a paid subscription for the DS-10 EVO Line?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Services like Tidal or Qobuz are an option, not a requirement. You can just as easily use local files from NAS or USB stick, internet radio (vTuner), an analog source or Bluetooth. A subscription is worthwhile if you want the full streaming library – it isn't necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the DS-10 EVO Line Roon Ready?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the DS-10 EVO Line is certified Roon Ready by Roon Labs and integrates into your Roon network without hassle. It also supports Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect and AirPlay 2, so you can play directly from the respective apps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Gold Note DS-10 EVO Line at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a streaming preamplifier only shines in a properly set-up system. We integrate the DS-10 EVO Line into your network, connect digital and analog sources cleanly, and give you honest advice on whether EVO or Line, power amp, active speakers or headphones is the best route for your room. As an experienced team in Wädenswil, we're also here for you after the purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoes well with:\u003c\/strong\u003e active or passive \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/standlautsprecher\"\u003efloorstanding speakers\u003c\/a\u003e, a \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/plattenspieler\"\u003eturntable\u003c\/a\u003e as an analog source, and other network players from our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/streaming\"\u003eStreaming\u003c\/a\u003e selection. If you want to get more out of the power supply, add the external PSU-10 EVO later.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gold Note","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989509042512,"sku":"304436","price":2990.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/gold-note-ds-10-evo-line-streaming-dac-silber-frontansicht.jpg?v=1785927267"},{"product_id":"goldnoteds10evosi","title":"Gold Note DS-10 EVO Streaming DAC, Silver","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Gold Note DS-10 EVO is a streaming DAC with preamplifier and headphone amplifier that combines digital sources, network streaming and Bluetooth in one compact aluminium enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's hand-built in Tuscany – by people who first made their name with turntables and take digital playback just as seriously. In silver, the brushed aluminium looks bright and classic – a timeless staple in the rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the DS-10 EVO?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it replaces three devices in one, without you hearing it in the sound. The AKM AK4493 converter processes PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz and DSD up to DSD512 (via USB), the preamplifier has its own volume control, and the headphone output on the front isn't a token jack but a full-fledged stage with two gain settings. One box, one power cable, one clean signal path – and yet the complete chain from stream to power amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA feature other DACs simply don't offer: you can adjust the sound profile in real time. Digital filters, de-emphasis and DSD filters can be tuned via the menu without degrading the signal. Harshly recorded albums gain a bit of smoothness this way – if you like tinkering, you can play with it; if not, leave everything on factory settings and still hear first-class sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalm and resolution. The DS-10 EVO separates instruments cleanly, layers them in depth and stays composed even in dense passages. Over LAN or dual-band Wi-Fi you stream Roon, Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify and more in full resolution; it also plays local files from a NAS or USB stick. Everything is controlled via the 2.8-inch display with single-knob control, the remote, or the free GN Control app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the DS-10 EVO suited for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who listens digitally and wants to bundle streamer, DAC and preamp in one slim device – from a headphone setup at the desk to a full-blown system with a power amp or active speakers. Plain talk: the DS-10 EVO is a pure digital source. If you need an analogue input – for a tuner or a separate phono stage, say – then the DS-10 EVO Line variant is the right choice. And the small, brilliant display reads best up close; day to day you'll mostly control the unit via the app anyway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect the DS-10 EVO directly to a power amp or active speakers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Thanks to its own volume control, the DS-10 EVO works as a full-fledged preamplifier – via the variable RCA or XLR outputs you go straight into a power amp or active speakers. If you only need it as a pure converter, the preamp stage can be bypassed and the level fixed at 2 V.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DS-10 EVO is a surprisingly versatile piece of high-end gear: streamer, converter, preamp and headphone amplifier that together add up to more than the sum of their parts – on very little footprint. We at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil set the device up on your network, connect your streaming services and speakers cleanly, and show you how to get the last bit out of the sound filters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: streaming DAC with preamplifier and headphone amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD\/A converter: AKM AK4493\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.1 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal harmonic distortion (THD): max. 0.001 %\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: 125 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic range: 120 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupported formats: PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz, DSD up to DSD512 (via USB), MQA, FLAC, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, MP3, OGG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming: Roon Ready, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2, UPnP\/DLNA, vTuner, Deezer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork: LAN (Ethernet) and dual-band Wi-Fi (802.11a\/b\/g\/n\/ac), Bluetooth 5.0 HD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital inputs: 1× coaxial (RCA), 1× AES\/EBU, 2× optical (TOS-Link) – each up to 24-bit\/192 kHz; 1× USB-B (up to DSD512 \/ 32-bit\/384 kHz); 1× USB-A (up to DSD256 \/ 32-bit\/384 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDAC outputs: 1× RCA and 1× XLR (fixed, 2 Vrms)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreamp outputs: 1× RCA and 1× XLR (variable), 1× headphone 6.3 mm (two gain settings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput impedance: 50 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower consumption: 35 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay: 2.8-inch TFT with single-knob control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 200 × 80 × 260 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: silver (anodised aluminium, brushed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScope of delivery: DS-10 EVO, remote control, Wi-Fi antenna, power cable, user manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a paid subscription for the DS-10 EVO?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Services like Tidal or Qobuz are an option, not a requirement. You can just as easily use local files from a NAS or USB stick, internet radio (vTuner), or playback via AirPlay and Bluetooth. A subscription is worthwhile if you want the whole streaming library – it's not necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the DS-10 EVO Roon Ready?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the DS-10 EVO is certified as Roon Ready by Roon Labs and integrates into a Roon network without any hassle. It also supports Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect and AirPlay 2, so you can play directly from the respective apps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the PSU-10 EVO relate to the DS-10 EVO?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PSU-10 EVO is an optional external power supply from Gold Note. It feeds the DS-10 EVO with cleaner power and coaxes even more calm and fine detail out of it. You don't need it to operate the unit – it's a later upgrade step if you want to get the absolute maximum out of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Gold Note DS-10 EVO from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a streamer only shines in a properly set-up system. We integrate the DS-10 EVO into your network, set up streaming services and speakers to match, and give you honest advice on whether a power amp, active speakers or headphones are the best route for your room. As an experienced specialist team in Wädenswil, we're there for you even after the purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoes well with:\u003c\/strong\u003e active or passive \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/standlautsprecher\"\u003efloorstanding speakers\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/regallautsprecher\"\u003ebookshelf speakers\u003c\/a\u003e, plus more network players and sources from our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/streaming\"\u003eStreaming\u003c\/a\u003e selection. Anyone who wants to get more out of the power supply can add the external PSU-10 EVO later.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gold Note","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989509075280,"sku":"304437","price":2790.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/gold-note-ds-10-evo-streaming-dac-silber-frontansicht.jpg?v=1785924822"},{"product_id":"goldnoteis10bl","title":"Gold Note IS-10 Streaming Integrated Amplifier, Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Gold Note IS-10 is a compact streaming integrated amplifier that combines a Class D power stage, a high-resolution DAC, a network streamer and a headphone amplifier in a half-width housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's built by hand in Tuscany and is only half as wide as a normal hi-fi component – high end for the sideboard, without a stack of components. In black, the brushed aluminium looks understated and fits into practically any rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the IS-10?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it packs a surprising amount of system into a small footprint. The Class D power stage delivers 90 watts at 8 Ω (140 W at 4 Ω) while staying cool and efficient. The AKM AK4493 DAC handles PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz and DSD up to DSD256, the network streamer brings in Roon, Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify and more directly, and the headphone output on the front is a full-fledged stage with two gain settings. In other words: one device, one power cord – and all you really still need is speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA clever touch is the upgrade path: you can later expand the IS-10 with a Gold Note PA-10 EVO into a mono pair – then each device drives one channel, turning the compact all-in-one into a powerful two-box system with up to 280 W at 8 Ω that still only takes up one shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore power than the format suggests. The IS-10 plays dynamically, cleanly and with control, effortlessly drives normal living-room speakers and stays quietly in the background while doing so. Over LAN, dual-band Wi-Fi or Bluetooth you stream in high resolution; it plays local files from NAS or USB stick just as well. Everything is controlled via the remote control or the free GN-Control app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the IS-10 for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who wants a complete, modern system in the smallest space – in the living room, the study, or as a fine headphone station. Straight talk: the IS-10 has no phono input; its two analogue inputs are line-level. For a turntable you therefore need an external phono stage (e.g. the Gold Note PH-10). If you have vinyl firmly planned and would rather have everything in one device, take a look at the larger IS-1000 MKII Deluxe with built-in phono.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much amplifier is packed into the IS-10?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than the compact housing suggests: 90 W at 8 Ω, 140 W at 4 Ω. Class D ensures the IS-10 stays cool and draws little power while doing so. If that's not enough for you later, you can turn it into a 280 W mono pair with a PA-10 EVO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IS-10 is one of the most elegant solutions for a small, serious system: power stage, DAC, streamer and headphone amp in a half-width housing, hand-built in Italy. We at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil set the device up for you completely – network, streaming services and speaker matching – and show you how to expand it later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: compact streaming integrated amplifier (Class D) with DAC, streamer and headphone amp (half width)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: 2× 90 W at 8 Ω, 2× 140 W at 4 Ω; in mono operation with PA-10 EVO up to 280 W at 8 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD\/A converter: AKM AK4493\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 5 Hz – 50 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal harmonic distortion (THD): 0.001% (1 kHz @ 1 W)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupported formats: PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz, DSD up to DSD256, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, ALAC\/AAC, WMA, MP3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming: Roon Ready, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2, MQA, vTuner, Deezer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork: LAN (Ethernet) and dual-band Wi-Fi (802.11a\/b\/g\/n\/ac), Bluetooth 5.0 HD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalogue inputs: 2× RCA (line level; no phono)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital inputs: 1× coaxial, 2× optical (TOSLink) up to 24-bit\/192 kHz, 1× USB-A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutputs: speaker terminals; 1× RCA pre\/sub out (variable, also usable as mono output for PA-10 EVO); headphones 6.3 mm (two gain settings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControls: remote control, GN-Control app\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandby consumption: \u0026lt; 1 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 200 × 80 × 260 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the IS-10 have a phono input for turntables?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The IS-10's two analogue inputs are line-level. For a turntable you need an external phono preamp (such as the Gold Note PH-10), which you connect to one of the line inputs. If you want phono built in, the larger IS-1000 MKII Deluxe is the right choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the IS-10's power enough for my speakers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the vast majority of living rooms, yes: 90 W at 8 Ω or 140 W at 4 Ω easily drive normal bookshelf and floorstanding speakers. For very large rooms or particularly power-hungry speakers, the IS-10 can be expanded into a more powerful mono pair with a PA-10 EVO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the IS-10 also drive headphones?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. On the front there's a full-fledged headphone output (6.3 mm) with two gain settings that cleanly drives a wide range from sensitive in-ears to more demanding over-ears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Gold Note IS-10 at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a streaming amplifier only shines in a properly set up system. We integrate the IS-10 into your network, set up streaming services and match it to your speakers, and give you honest advice on whether the IS-10 is enough or a larger device makes more sense. As an experienced team in Wädenswil, we're there for you after the purchase too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoes well with:\u003c\/strong\u003e compact or full-size \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/regallautsprecher\"\u003ebookshelf speakers\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/standlautsprecher\"\u003efloorstanding speakers\u003c\/a\u003e, plus more sources from our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/streaming\"\u003eStreaming\u003c\/a\u003e range. For vinyl, add an external phono stage such as the Gold Note PH-10.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gold Note","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989509435728,"sku":"304445","price":2890.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/gold-note-is-10-streaming-vollverstaerker-schwarz-frontansicht.jpg?v=1785925002"},{"product_id":"goldnoteis10gold","title":"Gold Note IS-10 Streaming Integrated Amplifier, Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Gold Note IS-10 is a compact streaming integrated amplifier that combines a Class D power stage, a high-resolution DAC, a network streamer and a headphone amplifier in a half-width housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's built by hand in Tuscany and is only half as wide as a normal hi-fi component – high end for the sideboard, without a stack of components. The gold-anodised, brushed aluminium sets a warm, refined accent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the IS-10?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it packs a surprising amount of system into a small footprint. The Class D power stage delivers 90 watts at 8 Ω (140 W at 4 Ω) while staying cool and efficient. The AKM AK4493 DAC handles PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz and DSD up to DSD256, the network streamer brings in Roon, Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify and more directly, and the headphone output on the front is a full-fledged stage with two gain settings. In other words: one device, one power cord – and all you really still need is speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA clever touch is the upgrade path: you can later expand the IS-10 with a Gold Note PA-10 EVO into a mono pair – then each device drives one channel, turning the compact all-in-one into a powerful two-box system with up to 280 W at 8 Ω that still only takes up one shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore power than the format suggests. The IS-10 plays dynamically, cleanly and with control, effortlessly drives normal living-room speakers and stays quietly in the background while doing so. Over LAN, dual-band Wi-Fi or Bluetooth you stream in high resolution; it plays local files from NAS or USB stick just as well. Everything is controlled via the remote control or the free GN-Control app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the IS-10 for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who wants a complete, modern system in the smallest space – in the living room, the study, or as a fine headphone station. Straight talk: the IS-10 has no phono input; its two analogue inputs are line-level. For a turntable you therefore need an external phono stage (e.g. the Gold Note PH-10). If you have vinyl firmly planned and would rather have everything in one device, take a look at the larger IS-1000 MKII Deluxe with built-in phono.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much amplifier is packed into the IS-10?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than the compact housing suggests: 90 W at 8 Ω, 140 W at 4 Ω. Class D ensures the IS-10 stays cool and draws little power while doing so. If that's not enough for you later, you can turn it into a 280 W mono pair with a PA-10 EVO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IS-10 is one of the most elegant solutions for a small, serious system: power stage, DAC, streamer and headphone amp in a half-width housing, hand-built in Italy. We at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil set the device up for you completely – network, streaming services and speaker matching – and show you how to expand it later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: compact streaming integrated amplifier (Class D) with DAC, streamer and headphone amp (half width)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: 2× 90 W at 8 Ω, 2× 140 W at 4 Ω; in mono operation with PA-10 EVO up to 280 W at 8 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD\/A converter: AKM AK4493\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 5 Hz – 50 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal harmonic distortion (THD): 0.001% (1 kHz @ 1 W)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupported formats: PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz, DSD up to DSD256, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, ALAC\/AAC, WMA, MP3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming: Roon Ready, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2, MQA, vTuner, Deezer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork: LAN (Ethernet) and dual-band Wi-Fi (802.11a\/b\/g\/n\/ac), Bluetooth 5.0 HD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalogue inputs: 2× RCA (line level; no phono)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital inputs: 1× coaxial, 2× optical (TOSLink) up to 24-bit\/192 kHz, 1× USB-A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutputs: speaker terminals; 1× RCA pre\/sub out (variable, also usable as mono output for PA-10 EVO); headphones 6.3 mm (two gain settings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControls: remote control, GN-Control app\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandby consumption: \u0026lt; 1 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 200 × 80 × 260 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the IS-10 have a phono input for turntables?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The IS-10's two analogue inputs are line-level. For a turntable you need an external phono preamp (such as the Gold Note PH-10), which you connect to one of the line inputs. If you want phono built in, the larger IS-1000 MKII Deluxe is the right choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the IS-10's power enough for my speakers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the vast majority of living rooms, yes: 90 W at 8 Ω or 140 W at 4 Ω easily drive normal bookshelf and floorstanding speakers. For very large rooms or particularly power-hungry speakers, the IS-10 can be expanded into a more powerful mono pair with a PA-10 EVO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the IS-10 also drive headphones?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. On the front there's a full-fledged headphone output (6.3 mm) with two gain settings that cleanly drives a wide range from sensitive in-ears to more demanding over-ears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Gold Note IS-10 at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a streaming amplifier only shines in a properly set up system. We integrate the IS-10 into your network, set up streaming services and match it to your speakers, and give you honest advice on whether the IS-10 is enough or a larger device makes more sense. As an experienced team in Wädenswil, we're there for you after the purchase too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoes well with:\u003c\/strong\u003e compact or full-size \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/regallautsprecher\"\u003ebookshelf speakers\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/standlautsprecher\"\u003efloorstanding speakers\u003c\/a\u003e, plus more sources from our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/streaming\"\u003eStreaming\u003c\/a\u003e range. For vinyl, add an external phono stage such as the Gold Note PH-10.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gold Note","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989509468496,"sku":"304446","price":2890.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/gold-note-is-10-streaming-vollverstaerker-gold-frontansicht.jpg?v=1785925002"},{"product_id":"goldnoteis10si","title":"Gold Note IS-10 Streaming Integrated Amplifier, Silver","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Gold Note IS-10 is a compact streaming integrated amplifier that brings together a Class D power amp, a high-resolution DAC, a network streamer and a headphone amplifier in one half-width chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's built by hand in Tuscany and is only half as wide as a normal hi-fi component – High End for the sideboard, without a stack of gear. In Silver, the brushed aluminum looks bright and classic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the IS-10?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it packs a surprising amount of system into very little space. The Class D power stage delivers 90 watts into 8Ω (140W into 4Ω) while staying cool and efficient. The AKM AK4493 DAC handles PCM up to 32-bit\/384kHz and DSD up to DSD256, the network streamer pulls in Roon, Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify and more directly, and the headphone output on the front is a full-fledged stage with two gain settings. In other words: one unit, one power cable – and really all you still need are speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe clever part is how it scales up: you can later pair the IS-10 with a Gold Note PA-10 EVO to form a mono pair – each unit then drives one channel, turning the compact all-in-one into a powerful two-box system with up to 280W into 8Ω, while still only taking up one shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore power than the format suggests. The IS-10 plays dynamically, cleanly and under control, drives normal living-room speakers with ease and stays quietly in the background while doing it. Over LAN, dual-band Wi-Fi or Bluetooth you stream in high resolution; it plays local files from NAS or USB stick just as well. Everything is controlled via the remote or the free GN-Control app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the IS-10 for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who wants a complete, modern system in the smallest possible space – in the living room, the study, or as an elegant headphone station. Bottom line: the IS-10 has no phono input; its two analog inputs are line level. For a turntable you'll therefore need an external phono stage (e.g. the Gold Note PH-10). If vinyl is firmly part of your plan and you'd rather have everything in one unit, take a look at the larger IS-1000 MKII Deluxe with built-in phono.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much amplifier is packed into the IS-10?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than the compact chassis suggests: 90W into 8Ω, 140W into 4Ω. Class D means the IS-10 stays cool and draws little power while doing it. If that's not enough for you later, pair it with a PA-10 EVO to form a 280W mono pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IS-10 is one of the most elegant solutions for a small, serious system: power amp, DAC, streamer and headphone amplifier in one half-width chassis, built by hand in Italy. We at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil set the unit up completely – network, streaming services and speaker matching – and show you how you can expand it later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: compact streaming integrated amplifier (Class D) with DAC, streamer and headphone amplifier (half-width chassis)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: 2× 90W into 8Ω, 2× 140W into 4Ω; in mono mode with PA-10 EVO up to 280W into 8Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD\/A converter: AKM AK4493\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 5Hz – 50kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal harmonic distortion (THD): 0.001% (1kHz @ 1W)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupported formats: PCM up to 32-bit\/384kHz, DSD up to DSD256, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, ALAC\/AAC, WMA, MP3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming: Roon Ready, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2, MQA, vTuner, Deezer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork: LAN (Ethernet) and dual-band Wi-Fi (802.11a\/b\/g\/n\/ac), Bluetooth 5.0 HD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalog inputs: 2× RCA (line level; no phono)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital inputs: 1× coaxial, 2× optical (TOS-Link) up to 24-bit\/192kHz, 1× USB-A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutputs: speaker terminals; 1× RCA pre-\/subout (variable, also usable as mono output for PA-10 EVO); 6.3mm headphone (two gain settings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl: remote control, GN-Control app\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandby consumption: \u0026lt; 1W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 200 × 80 × 260mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the IS-10 have a phono input for a turntable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The IS-10's two analog inputs are line level. For a turntable you need an external phono preamp (such as the Gold Note PH-10), which you connect to one of the line inputs. If you want phono built in, the larger IS-1000 MKII Deluxe is the right choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the IS-10's power enough for my speakers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the vast majority of living rooms, yes: 90W into 8Ω or 140W into 4Ω easily drive normal bookshelf and floorstanding speakers. For very large rooms or especially power-hungry speakers, the IS-10 can be expanded into a more powerful mono pair with a PA-10 EVO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the IS-10 also drive headphones?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. On the front there's a full-fledged headphone output (6.3mm) with two gain settings that cleanly drives a wide range from sensitive in-ears to more demanding over-ears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Gold Note IS-10 at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a streaming amplifier only shines in a properly set-up system. We integrate the IS-10 into your network, set up streaming services and speakers to match, and give you honest advice on whether the IS-10 is enough or a larger unit makes more sense. As an experienced team in Wädenswil, we're also here for you after the purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoes well with:\u003c\/strong\u003e compact or full-size \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/regallautsprecher\"\u003ebookshelf speakers\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/standlautsprecher\"\u003efloorstanding speakers\u003c\/a\u003e, plus other sources from our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/streaming\"\u003eStreaming\u003c\/a\u003e selection. For vinyl, add an external phono stage such as the Gold Note PH-10.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gold Note","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989509501264,"sku":"304447","price":2890.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/gold-note-is-10-streaming-vollverstaerker-silber-frontansicht.jpg?v=1785925003"},{"product_id":"goldnoteph1000black","title":"Gold Note PH-1000 Phono Preamplifier, Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Gold Note PH-1000 is an absolute top-tier phono stage – the unit that sits between your turntable and your amplifier, bringing the tiny signal from the cartridge's stylus up to listening level, equalizing it correctly and as cleanly as technically possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to Gold Note, the PH-1000 is simply the best phono stage the Tuscan house has ever built – and you can feel that in every screw. Here in elegant black, which recedes into any system and lets the engineering speak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the PH-1000?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it can do things almost no other phono stage in the world can. Over 40 built-in equalization curves plus four freely adjustable ones mean: you don't just play RIAA records, but also old Decca, Columbia or Telefunken pressings exactly as they were cut back then. Three independent inputs – two RCA, one balanced via XLR – accept MM and MC cartridges alike. And despite all this richness, operation runs through a single rotary control, Gold Note's \"Single Knob Control,\" plus a color display. No menu maze, no fumbling with switches in the dark behind the unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA phono stage is supposed to do one thing above all: add nothing and take nothing away. The PH-1000 works entirely in the analog domain – digital control is completely separated from the signal path. The result is an extremely low-noise, high-gain sound with the calm and resolution that finally let your cartridge show what it can do. The Class A headphone output is no token feature either: turntable in, headphones on – the signal path from vinyl to ear doesn't get any shorter than that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor analog enthusiasts and collectors who listen to more than just standard pressings, run several turntables or cartridges in parallel, and want to get the last bit out of their record collection. \u003cstrong\u003eBottom line:\u003c\/strong\u003e if you listen to a single modern record through one MM cartridge and are happy with RIAA, you're paying here for possibilities you'll never use. A smaller phono stage does the job just as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need the optional tube or power-supply upgrade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, the PH-1000 plays fully out of the box. But if you want to push right to the limit: Gold Note offers external power supplies (PSU-1250 \/ PSU-1000) and an external tube output stage (TUBE-1012 \/ TUBE-1006) as later upgrades. So you can start small and expand over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PH-1000 isn't a rational purchase, it's a commitment to the record. Anyone with a serious vinyl collection who wants to hear it without compromise will find one of the most flexible and cleanest phono stages around here. Come visit us in Wädenswil and bring your favorite record – ideally one that wasn't cut to RIAA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: phono preamplifier for MM and MC cartridges, fully analog signal path\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInputs: 2× RCA (single-ended), 1× XLR (balanced)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGain: 14 gain steps (40dB MM \/ 65dB MC, ±3\/±6\/±9dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoad resistance: 12 steps (RCA) or 8 steps (XLR), 10Ω to 100kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapacitance (MM): 7 steps (0–1000pF)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEqualization: over 40 EQ curves incl. 4 freely adjustable, Neumann option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl: Single Knob Control (SKC) with color display, remote control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutputs: RCA, XLR, Class A headphone; optional Class A line preamp with volume control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax. output level: 2.5V RMS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal harmonic distortion (THD): 0.01%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: 100dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic range: 110dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput impedance: 100Ω (unbalanced) \/ 300Ω (balanced)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpgradeable: external power supplies PSU-1250 \/ PSU-1000, tube stage TUBE-1012 \/ TUBE-1006\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower consumption: 30W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W×H×D): 430 × 135 × 375mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 12kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do the 40+ EQ curves on the PH-1000 give you?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore the RIAA standard was introduced in the mid-1950s, every label cut its records to its own equalization curve. With the PH-1000's EQ curves you hear such historic pressings exactly as they were intended – instead of bending them through the wrong curve. For modern records, RIAA is enough, and of course the PH-1000 handles that too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the PH-1000 suit MM and MC cartridges?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Each of the three inputs can be set independently to MM or MC, with its own gain, its own load resistance and, for MM, its own capacitance. So you can connect three different turntables or systems in parallel and switch between them at the press of a button.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Gold Note PH-1000 at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a phono stage of this class needs proper setup and a trained ear, not just a shipping box. We set the PH-1000 up to match your cartridge, advise you on the right chain, and are here for you in Wädenswil – after the purchase too. We ship free of charge anywhere in Switzerland from CHF 190.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoes well with:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/plattenspieler\"\u003eturntables\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/tonabnehmer\"\u003ecartridges\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/tonarme\"\u003etonearms\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gold Note","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989509697872,"sku":"304403","price":10900.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/gold-note-ph-1000-phono-vorverstaerker-schwarz-frontansicht.jpg?v=1785926074"},{"product_id":"goldnoteph1000gold","title":"Gold Note PH-1000 Phono Preamplifier, Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Gold Note PH-1000 is an absolute top-tier phono stage – the unit that sits between your turntable and your amplifier, bringing the tiny signal from the cartridge's stylus up to listening level, equalizing it correctly and as cleanly as technically possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to Gold Note, the PH-1000 is simply the best phono stage the Tuscan house has ever built – and you can feel that in every screw. Here in the elegant gold finish, which gives this flagship unit the visual presence to match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the PH-1000?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it can do things almost no other phono stage in the world can. Over 40 built-in equalization curves plus four freely adjustable ones mean: you don't just play RIAA records, but also old Decca, Columbia or Telefunken pressings exactly as they were cut back then. Three independent inputs – two RCA, one balanced via XLR – accept MM and MC cartridges alike. And despite all this richness, operation runs through a single rotary control, Gold Note's \"Single Knob Control,\" plus a color display. No menu maze, no fumbling with switches in the dark behind the unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA phono stage is supposed to do one thing above all: add nothing and take nothing away. The PH-1000 works entirely in the analog domain – digital control is completely separated from the signal path. The result is an extremely low-noise, high-gain sound with the calm and resolution that finally let your cartridge show what it can do. The Class A headphone output is no token feature either: turntable in, headphones on – the signal path from vinyl to ear doesn't get any shorter than that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor analog enthusiasts and collectors who listen to more than just standard pressings, run several turntables or cartridges in parallel, and want to get the last bit out of their record collection. \u003cstrong\u003eBottom line:\u003c\/strong\u003e if you listen to a single modern record through one MM cartridge and are happy with RIAA, you're paying here for possibilities you'll never use. A smaller phono stage does the job just as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need the optional tube or power-supply upgrade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, the PH-1000 plays fully out of the box. But if you want to push right to the limit: Gold Note offers external power supplies (PSU-1250 \/ PSU-1000) and an external tube output stage (TUBE-1012 \/ TUBE-1006) as later upgrades. So you can start small and expand over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PH-1000 isn't a rational purchase, it's a commitment to the record. Anyone with a serious vinyl collection who wants to hear it without compromise will find one of the most flexible and cleanest phono stages around here. Come visit us in Wädenswil and bring your favorite record – ideally one that wasn't cut to RIAA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: phono preamplifier for MM and MC cartridges, fully analog signal path\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInputs: 2× RCA (single-ended), 1× XLR (balanced)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGain: 14 gain steps (40dB MM \/ 65dB MC, ±3\/±6\/±9dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoad resistance: 12 steps (RCA) or 8 steps (XLR), 10Ω to 100kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapacitance (MM): 7 steps (0–1000pF)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEqualization: over 40 EQ curves incl. 4 freely adjustable, Neumann option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl: Single Knob Control (SKC) with color display, remote control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutputs: RCA, XLR, Class A headphone; optional Class A line preamp with volume control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax. output level: 2.5V RMS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal harmonic distortion (THD): 0.01%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: 100dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic range: 110dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput impedance: 100Ω (unbalanced) \/ 300Ω (balanced)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpgradeable: external power supplies PSU-1250 \/ PSU-1000, tube stage TUBE-1012 \/ TUBE-1006\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower consumption: 30W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W×H×D): 430 × 135 × 375mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 12kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do the 40+ EQ curves on the PH-1000 give you?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore the RIAA standard was introduced in the mid-1950s, every label cut its records to its own equalization curve. With the PH-1000's EQ curves you hear such historic pressings exactly as they were intended – instead of bending them through the wrong curve. For modern records, RIAA is enough, and of course the PH-1000 handles that too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the PH-1000 suit MM and MC cartridges?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Each of the three inputs can be set independently to MM or MC, with its own gain, its own load resistance and, for MM, its own capacitance. So you can connect three different turntables or systems in parallel and switch between them at the press of a button.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Gold Note PH-1000 at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a phono stage of this class needs proper setup and a trained ear, not just a shipping box. We set the PH-1000 up to match your cartridge, advise you on the right chain, and are here for you in Wädenswil – after the purchase too. We ship free of charge anywhere in Switzerland from CHF 190.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoes well with:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/plattenspieler\"\u003eturntables\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/tonabnehmer\"\u003ecartridges\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/tonarme\"\u003etonearms\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gold Note","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989509730640,"sku":"304404","price":10900.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/gold-note-ph-1000-phono-vorverstaerker-gold-frontansicht.jpg?v=1785926074"},{"product_id":"goldnoteph1000sil","title":"Gold Note PH-1000 Phono Preamplifier, Silver","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Gold Note PH-1000 is an absolute top-tier phono stage – the unit that sits between your turntable and your amplifier, bringing the tiny signal from the cartridge's stylus up to listening level, equalizing it correctly and as cleanly as technically possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to Gold Note, the PH-1000 is simply the best phono stage the Tuscan house has ever built – and you can feel that in every screw. Here in elegant silver, which suits any high-end system in a classic way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the PH-1000?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it can do things almost no other phono stage in the world can. Over 40 built-in equalization curves plus four freely adjustable ones mean: you don't just play RIAA records, but also old Decca, Columbia or Telefunken pressings exactly as they were cut back then. Three independent inputs – two RCA, one balanced via XLR – accept MM and MC cartridges alike. And despite all this richness, operation runs through a single rotary control, Gold Note's \"Single Knob Control,\" plus a color display. No menu maze, no fumbling with switches in the dark behind the unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA phono stage is supposed to do one thing above all: add nothing and take nothing away. The PH-1000 works entirely in the analog domain – digital control is completely separated from the signal path. The result is an extremely low-noise, high-gain sound with the calm and resolution that finally let your cartridge show what it can do. The Class A headphone output is no token feature either: turntable in, headphones on – the signal path from vinyl to ear doesn't get any shorter than that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor analog enthusiasts and collectors who listen to more than just standard pressings, run several turntables or cartridges in parallel, and want to get the last bit out of their record collection. \u003cstrong\u003eBottom line:\u003c\/strong\u003e if you listen to a single modern record through one MM cartridge and are happy with RIAA, you're paying here for possibilities you'll never use. A smaller phono stage does the job just as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need the optional tube or power-supply upgrade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, the PH-1000 plays fully out of the box. But if you want to push right to the limit: Gold Note offers external power supplies (PSU-1250 \/ PSU-1000) and an external tube output stage (TUBE-1012 \/ TUBE-1006) as later upgrades. So you can start small and expand over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PH-1000 isn't a rational purchase, it's a commitment to the record. Anyone with a serious vinyl collection who wants to hear it without compromise will find one of the most flexible and cleanest phono stages around here. 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Supplied as a single unit with a metal remote control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the KECES S3?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it cleanly combines three tasks. An ESS SABRE converter handles PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz and DSD up to DSD256, a relay-based volume control ensures exact channel matching even at low levels, and massive toroidal transformers deliver stable power. Both headphones and active speakers can be driven via XLR and RCA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalm and drive: a stable, dynamic sound picture that loses no detail even at room volume. The OLED display shows the sample rate, and switchable gain adapts the S3 to sensitive in-ears as well as to power-hungry planar magnetic headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the S3 suited for – and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlain talk:\u003c\/strong\u003e if you're just after a stylish mini device, more compact solutions exist. If you want a genuine hub with reserves for demanding headphones, this is the right place. It's not suited as a standalone power amp – for that, there's the S300+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA versatile centrepiece for headphone enthusiasts and desktop setups: DAC, headphone amp and preamp in one, cleanly built. The trade press sees it similarly: hifitest.de rated the S3 4 out of 5 stars and placed it in the top class (issue 2\/2018). At HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, we advise you on the right headphone combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Data – KECES S3\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: D\/A converter with headphone amplifier and preamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConverter: ESS SABRE (PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz, DSD up to DSD256)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInputs: USB, coaxial (RCA), optical (Toslink)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutputs: 4-pin XLR \u0026amp; 6.3 mm jack (headphones), RCA \u0026amp; XLR pre-out (adjustable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume: relay network; switchable gain; OLED display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousing: brushed aluminium, black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W×D×H): 300 × 220 × 66 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: S3, metal remote control, mains cable, USB cable, manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use the S3 as a preamp for active speakers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it has a pre-amp mode with adjustable RCA and XLR outputs – volume via the device or remote control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich headphones does it suit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom easy-to-drive dynamic headphones to power-hungry, high-impedance models – thanks to high output power and switchable gain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the KECES S3 from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause DAC, headphones and source need to match. We advise you on the right combination and integrate the S3 cleanly into your chain – in Wädenswil. Free shipping from CHF 190.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA KECES \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/netzteile\"\u003elinear power supply\u003c\/a\u003e, more \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kopfhorerverstarker\"\u003eheadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e and good \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kabel\"\u003ecables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Keces","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989536043344,"sku":null,"price":1890.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/keces-s3-dac-kopfhoererverstaerker-frontansicht.jpg?v=1785424162"},{"product_id":"kecess4","title":"KECES S4 Preamplifier","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe KECES S4 is a full-fledged stereo preamplifier with a built-in phono stage for MM, MC and even optical DS Audio cartridges – plus line inputs and its own headphone amplifier, built as two units with an outboard linear power supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom KECES' Superior Series: a purely analogue, fully balanced build with zero negative feedback and discrete volume control. Supplied as a preamp plus separate power supply with connecting cable and remote control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the KECES S4?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it unites preamp, phono stage and headphone amplifier at a high level in one concept. The outboard linear power supply keeps transformer vibration and magnetic fields away from the tiny phono signals, the R-2R volume control via discrete resistors keeps the channels exactly matched, and the fully balanced, feedback-free signal path stays clean. The phono stage handles MM, MC and – as a world first – optical DS Audio systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lot of calm around the music and a precise, dynamic stage: thanks to the low-noise power supply, even the high MC gain stays clean. From the front you can select inputs and finely adjust volume; the built-in headphone amplifier passes the preamp signal directly and unaltered to your headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the S4 suited for – and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlain talk:\u003c\/strong\u003e the S4 is for listeners who want a serious preamp with a first-class phono section – ideal if a DS Audio system is or will be in play. As a pure, standalone phono box, the KECES Ephono+ is the more targeted (and cheaper) choice. And honestly: in pure Class A operation the S4 gets noticeably warm – a closed cabinet without airflow is not its friend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect two turntables or several sources?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S4 offers an MM\/MC phono input, a separate optical DS Audio input as well as line inputs (1× RCA, 2× XLR). So you can flexibly combine a turntable and other sources on one preamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA versatile high-end preamp with an exceptionally good phono section including the DS Audio option – cleanly built, honestly tuned. The trade press agrees: hifitest.de rated the S4 in issue 8\/2024 with the top mark 5\/5 and the verdict \"reference class\". At HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, we set gain and impedance exactly to your cartridge and advise you on the right combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Data – KECES S4\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: stereo preamplifier with phono stage \u0026amp; headphone amplifier (two-piece, external linear power supply)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCircuit: fully balanced dual-mono build, single-ended, zero negative feedback, pure Class A operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume: discrete R-2R resistor control (128 steps)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInputs: MM\/MC phono, DS Audio optical, 1× RCA (line), 2× XLR (line)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutputs: 2× RCA, 1× XLR, 4-pin XLR headphone (front)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhono input impedance MC: 56 \/ 100 \/ 220 \/ 470 Ω \/ 47 kΩ; MM: 47 kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: MM 78 dB, MC 70 dB, Optical 75 dB, Line (RCA\/XLR) 110 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: preamplifier, external linear power supply, 4-pin XLR connecting cable, mains cable, remote control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousing: brushed aluminium (per unit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions per enclosure (W×D×H): 300 × 279 × 66 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3.5 kg (preamp) + 4.5 kg (power supply)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the S4 a preamplifier or a phono stage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth: it's a full-fledged line preamplifier with RCA and XLR inputs and additionally a high-quality phono stage for MM, MC and optical DS Audio cartridges. A headphone amplifier is also built in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does DS Audio support offer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical cartridges from DS Audio need special equalisation and power. The S4 provides both – you save yourself a separate DS Audio box and can use this technology directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the KECES S4 from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a preamp with phono only shows its potential once properly set up. We adjust gain and impedance to your cartridge and tune the chain – in Wädenswil, with our own technician. Free shipping from CHF 190.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/endstufen\"\u003epower amplifier\u003c\/a\u003e like the KECES S300+, your \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/plattenspieler\"\u003eturntable\u003c\/a\u003e and good \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kabel\"\u003ecables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Keces","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989536108880,"sku":null,"price":4300.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/keces-s4-vorverstaerker-frontansicht.jpg?v=1785424294"},{"product_id":"moon371bl","title":"MOON 371 Network Integrated Amplifier, Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe MOON 371 is a network integrated amplifier from Simaudio that combines amplifier, MiND 2 streamer, DAC, preamplifier and MM\/MC phono stage in one chassis, delivering 100 watts per channel into 8 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the MOON 371?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it bundles five devices into one chassis – integrated amplifier, streamer, DAC, preamplifier and phono stage – making the equipment tower obsolete. At its core works MDCA technology (MOON Distortion-Cancelling Amplifier), derived from the reference class, which significantly reduces distortion, combined with the hybrid MHP power supply. Into 4 ohms it delivers 200 watts, so it drives more demanding speakers with confidence too. Via the MiND 2 platform you stream from Qobuz, Tidal or Spotify, with Roon Ready and AirPlay included – and the HDMI ARC input brings TV sound cleanly into the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA clear, dynamic and calm sound with the typical MOON transparency – whether streamed, played from CD or from vinyl. Voices and instruments are cleanly layered in the room, the bass stays controlled even at higher levels. 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We at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil will tell you honestly whether the 371 suits your speakers and your room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the trade press says:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reference class and 5.0 out of 5 stars, awarded \"Highend-Tipp\" – hifitest 2\/2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e network integrated amplifier (all-in-one)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput power (8 Ω):\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 W per channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput power (4 Ω):\u003c\/strong\u003e 200 W per channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmplifier technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e MOON MDCA, Class A\/B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e MOON Hybrid Power (MHP)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreaming:\u003c\/strong\u003e MiND 2 – Roon Ready, AirPlay, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e built-in, MM and MC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2× coaxial, 1× optical, 1× USB, 1× HDMI ARC (TV sound)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnalogue inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e RCA, balanced (XLR), phono MM\/MC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone output:\u003c\/strong\u003e present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e colour display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 Hz – 100 kHz (+0 \/ −3 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W × H × D):\u003c\/strong\u003e 42.9 × 8.7 × 38.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.1 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Canada (Simaudio)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty (MOON Switzerland):\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included:\u003c\/strong\u003e 371, CRM-4 metal remote control, power cable, MOONLink cable, manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's built into the MOON 371?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFive functions in one chassis: integrated amplifier, MiND 2 streamer, DAC, preamplifier and MM\/MC phono stage. You only need to connect speakers and sources – a complete system without an equipment tower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I connect a turntable and a TV?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The built-in phono stage accepts MM and MC cartridges, and via HDMI ARC you integrate the TV and hear the TV sound through your hi-fi speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the MOON 371 Roon Ready?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Via the MiND 2 platform it is Roon Ready and additionally supports Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect and AirPlay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy buy the MOON 371 at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause an all-in-one only convinces when the speakers and setup fit. We tune the 371 to your room, set up streaming, turntable and TV, and as an authorised MOON dealer in Wädenswil we're here for warranty and service – with our own technician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find the right speakers under \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003eSpeakers\u003c\/a\u003e, a turntable under \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/plattenspieler\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e and the connection between them under \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kabel\"\u003eCables\u003c\/a\u003e. 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We tune the 371 to your room, set up streaming, turntable and TV, and as an authorised MOON dealer in Wädenswil we're here for warranty and service – with our own technician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find the right speakers under \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003eSpeakers\u003c\/a\u003e, a turntable under \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/plattenspieler\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e and the connection between them under \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kabel\"\u003eCables\u003c\/a\u003e. 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An R-core transformer and pure Class-A operation keep the background calm, so fine details don't get lost in the noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy the AMG HPA?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eClass A here means constantly operating amplification without the typical crossover distortion – you hear that as warmth and calm. The R-core transformer provides a clean, stable power supply, which pays off especially during dynamic passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 1 MΩ input impedance accepts analog sources gently and keeps distortion low. And because the whole thing is built symmetrically, the left and right channels stay cleanly separated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe AMG HPA covers three headphone worlds at once: 6.3 mm unbalanced for the classic, plus 4.4 mm and 4-pin XLR for balanced-wired headphones. Via the balanced output, up to 3500 mW at 32 ohms are available – plenty of reserve even for high-impedance models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the input side, you take in multiple sources via XLR and three RCA pairs. And thanks to preamp outputs (XLR and RCA) plus the fine 100-step Muses 72320 control, the headphone amp becomes your system's preamp whenever you need it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVideo\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;padding-bottom:56.25%;height:0;overflow:hidden;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SP-vdUpMYuk\" title=\"NuPrime Audio AMG Series\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;border:0;\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is the AMG HPA for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor anyone with serious headphones – especially balanced-wired or high-impedance ones – who wants an amplifier that can also work as a preamp. Ideal as a partner to the AMG DAC.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStraight talk:\u003c\/strong\u003e if you only occasionally listen to in-ears on your phone, you don't need these reserves – that would be like driving a sports car just to the mailbox. But as soon as good, demanding headphones enter the picture, the AMG HPA shows its strengths.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe AMG HPA is a grown-up headphone amplifier with the pleasant double role of preamp. HiFi-Advice describes it as the ideal partner to the AMG STA – with powerful bass and a full, harmonically rich sound. We at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil like that it makes itself useful not just on headphones, but throughout the whole chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e balanced Class-A headphone amplifier with preamp function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Muses 72320, 100 steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e R-core transformer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1× balanced XLR, 3× stereo RCA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.3 mm, 4.4 mm balanced, 4-pin XLR balanced, preamp XLR + RCA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 MΩ (10 Hz – 200 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower (6.3 mm):\u003c\/strong\u003e max. 2000 mW @ 32 Ω \/ 150 mW @ 600 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower (balanced):\u003c\/strong\u003e max. 3500 mW @ 32 Ω \/ 300 mW @ 600 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 Hz – 200 kHz (-3 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt; 100 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDynamic range:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt; 80 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTHD+N:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.05 %\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrosstalk:\u003c\/strong\u003e min. 80 dB @ 1 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMains voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90–130 \/ 210–250 VAC, switchable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W × H × D):\u003c\/strong\u003e 235 × 55 × 300 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich headphone connections does the NuPrime AMG HPA have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe AMG HPA offers three headphone outputs at once: 6.3 mm unbalanced as well as 4.4 mm and 4-pin XLR balanced. There are also preamp outputs via XLR and RCA. That lets you drive both classic and balanced-wired headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much power does the AMG HPA deliver?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVia the balanced output, the AMG HPA delivers up to 3500 mW at 32 ohms and 300 mW at 600 ohms. Even demanding, high-impedance headphones are driven confidently, without running out of steam early.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I also use the AMG HPA as a preamp?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Besides the three headphone outputs, the AMG HPA has balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA outputs, plus the highly linear Muses 72320 volume control in 100 steps. That lets you integrate it as a preamp into a chain with a power amp and speakers too.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the AMG HPA match the NuPrime AMG DAC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, both belong to the AMG series and are meant to work as a duo. The AMG DAC delivers the converted signal, the AMG HPA amplifies it for headphones. HiFi-Advice also describes the HPA as the ideal partner to the AMG STA – with powerful, full sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy buy the NuPrime AMG HPA at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause choosing a headphone amp depends on your headphones. We tell you whether impedance and levels match up, and we take care of setup and service with our own technician. 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Over USB, PCM runs up to 384 kHz and DSD256, the S\/PDIF and AES inputs up to 192 kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the output side you have balanced XLR, unbalanced RCA, an optical output, and the headphone output. 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It also works well as a preamp to a power amplifier such as the AMG ONE or STA-SE.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStraight talk:\u003c\/strong\u003e if you listen exclusively wirelessly from your phone and will never use the inputs, you're paying here for flexibility you don't use. If you want to bring several sources cleanly together, though, you get exactly the right tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe DAC-9X is a versatile link that brings together digital sources, headphones, and a power amplifier – without taking up much space. 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The expansion port lets you add Bluetooth or WiFi streaming later – and a remote control is included for the sofa.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVideo\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;padding-bottom:56.25%;height:0;overflow:hidden;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/61xOKn8vvH4\" title=\"NuPrime Audio 9 series\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;border:0;\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is the DAC-9X for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal if you want a compact digital control centre that combines converter, preamp, and headphone amplifier – and you value XLR, hi-res, and plenty of inputs. It also works well as a preamp to a power amplifier such as the AMG ONE or STA-SE.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStraight talk:\u003c\/strong\u003e if you listen exclusively wirelessly from your phone and will never use the inputs, you're paying here for flexibility you don't use. If you want to bring several sources cleanly together, though, you get exactly the right tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe DAC-9X is a versatile link that brings together digital sources, headphones, and a power amplifier – without taking up much space. We at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil especially appreciate how many inputs it fits into such a compact housing, and we're happy to advise you on whether it fits your chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e D\/A converter with preamp and headphone amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB, coaxial S\/PDIF, optical S\/PDIF, AES\/EBU (XLR), analogue stereo RCA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e stereo XLR balanced, stereo RCA, optical S\/PDIF, headphone output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupported formats:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB up to PCM 384 kHz \/ DSD256; coaxial, optical, AES up to 192 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBit resolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16–32 bit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume control:\u003c\/strong\u003e 99 steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax. output voltage (XLR):\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTHD+N:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.0015 %\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDynamic range:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt; 113 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 Hz – 80 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpansion port:\u003c\/strong\u003e for Bluetooth or WiFi streaming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMains voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90–130 \/ 210–250 VAC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W × H × D):\u003c\/strong\u003e 235 × 55 × 281 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e DAC-9X, remote control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the NuPrime DAC-9X also a preamplifier?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The DAC-9X combines a digital-to-analogue converter, preamp, and headphone amplifier in one housing. Thanks to the 99-step volume control and the XLR or RCA outputs, it can be connected directly to a power amplifier or active speakers – you don't need a separate preamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat inputs and resolutions does the DAC-9X have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe DAC-9X offers USB, coaxial, optical, AES\/EBU (XLR), and an analogue RCA input. Over USB it processes PCM up to 384 kHz and DSD256, the S\/PDIF and AES inputs up to 192 kHz. That covers practically every digital source from a computer to a CD transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the DAC-9X have a headphone output?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, a headphone amplifier is built in. So you can plug in headphones directly, without an extra device. For living-room use, a remote control is also included, letting you control volume and source comfortably from the sofa.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use the DAC-9X wirelessly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, via the expansion port. Bluetooth or WiFi streaming can be added there. A streaming service is one option, not a must – local network files, internet radio, or classic sources via the digital and analogue inputs work just as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy buy the NuPrime DAC-9X at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause a DAC with preamp has to suit the rest of the chain. We tell you whether it fits your power amplifier, your headphones, and your room, and take care of setup and service with our own technician. Call, write, or come to Wädenswil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo let the DAC-9X show its versatility, we've put together the right categories:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe matching power amplifier: \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/endstufen\"\u003ePower amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe right \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kopfhorer\"\u003eheadphones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayback via \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/streamer\"\u003estreamer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe right connection: \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/xlr-kabel\"\u003eXLR cables\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore from the series: \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/nuprime\"\u003eNuPrime\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"NuPrime","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989544268112,"sku":"NP-DAC-9X-SVR","price":1199.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/nuprime-dac-9x-d-a-wandler-mit-vorstufe-silber-frontansicht.jpg?v=1786611111"},{"product_id":"sennheiserflex5000","title":"Sennheiser Flex 5000 TV Headphone Amplifier","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sennheiser Flex 5000 is a digital TV wireless system that turns your own wired headphones into a wireless TV audio system - with its own volume, selectable listening profiles and a speech clarity function.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe idea is clever: you don't need to buy new headphones. The Flex 5000 turns the headphones you already love into a TV headphone with freedom of movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Flex 5000?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause bad TV sound isn't a law of nature. The Flex 5000 consists of a transmitter that doubles as a charging station, and a lightweight clip-on receiver with a 3.5 mm jack. Plug your favourite headphones in there - and set volume, balance and sound independently of the TV. Three listening profiles for speech, film and music get the most out of the sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFreedom of movement within a range of up to 30 metres and a battery life of around twelve hours - enough for the longest movie night. The digital transmission stays free of noise, and the speech clarity function pulls dialogue out of the mix at the push of a button. Anyone with reduced hearing gains real quality of life back with this. A pair of light earphones is included in case you want to get started right away.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Flex 5000 for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who owns wired headphones they already like and wants to adjust TV sound individually - especially when dialogue is getting harder to follow day to day. Straight talk: anyone who'd rather have everything from one source with a ready-made wireless headphone is better served by an RS 275 or RS 5200. The Flex 5000 is the right choice when your own headphones are meant to stay the centrepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn elegant solution to an underrated problem. The Flex 5000 costs little but solves exactly the frustration many people know from movie nights: dialogue too quiet, effects too loud, mindful of a sleeping household.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: digital TV wireless system for your own wired headphones (transmitter plus clip-on receiver)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransmission: digital, noise-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRange: up to 30 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReceiver battery life: up to 12 h\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListening profiles: 3 (speech, film, music)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeech clarity function: yes, switchable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalance: separately adjustable left\/right\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransmitter connections: optical digital and 3.5 mm analogue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReceiver headphone connection: 3.5 mm jack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: RR Flex clip-on receiver with Li-polymer battery, TR 5000 transmitter\/charging station, MX 475 earphones, power supply with country adapters (EU\/UK\/US\/AUS), 3.5 mm jack cable, optical cable, instruction manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Flex 5000 work with any headphones?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith almost any wired headphones that have a 3.5 mm jack plug - whether in-ear or over-ear. The receiver is the bridge between your headphones and the TV. Included earphones give you an instant solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Flex 5000 help with unclear dialogue?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe switchable speech clarity function dynamically reduces background noise in the TV sound and brings out voices. Add to that three listening profiles and a separate volume for you, independent of the TV's own level. This makes news and films noticeably more relaxed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich TVs can the Flex 5000 be connected to?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo practically all of them. The transmitter has an optical digital and an analogue 3.5 mm input, so it fits modern and older TV sets alike. We're happy to figure out with you in advance which output is right for your TV.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Flex 5000 from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause TV audio is all about connections - and we know the pitfalls. HD Zürisee in Wädenswil tells you in advance which output fits your TV, and with Mauri we have our own technician for on-site setup. Call us or write to us.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFind suitable headphones under \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kopfhorer\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e, more on home cinema in the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/fernseher\"\u003eTVs\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/heimkino\"\u003eHome Cinema\u003c\/a\u003e ranges. More from \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/sennheiser\"\u003eSennheiser\u003c\/a\u003e here.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sennheiser","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989561897296,"sku":null,"price":199.9,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/sennheiser-flex-5000-tv-kopfhoererverstaerker-frontansicht.png?v=1786698331"},{"product_id":"silentangelmunichm1","title":"Silent Angel Munich M1 Network Streamer \u0026 DAC","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Silent Angel Munich M1 is a compact network streamer with built-in DAC and headphone amp that brings digital streaming without a big setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the size of a thick paperback, but surprisingly grown-up in sound. The M1 is the uncomplicated audio station for anyone who wants streaming without wading through technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Munich M1?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M1 bundles streamer, converter and headphone output into one quiet, compact housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in DAC and headphone amp:\u003c\/strong\u003e Converts precisely and with low noise, so your music sounds warm and lively instead of digitally harsh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFanless cooling design:\u003c\/strong\u003e No moving parts, so absolute silence in the room, which matters especially during quiet passages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitOS operating system:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focuses processing power on audio handling, making playback flow more smoothly and rhythmically precisely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile connections:\u003c\/strong\u003e Via RCA to your system, via USB to an external DAC, or directly through the headphone output.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M1 makes streaming simple and sounds noticeably bigger than its housing suggests. Through good headphones, the internal amp works with very low noise and reveals subtle nuances. Thanks to adjustable volume, you can also connect active speakers directly and skip the preamp. Streaming services like Tidal, Qobuz or Spotify are on board, as is high-resolution internet radio, with no paid subscription required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Munich M1 for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M1 is perfect for anyone looking for a compact, uncomplicated streaming solution with good sound. \u003cstrong\u003eHonestly:\u003c\/strong\u003e if you want to manage a huge local music library with tens of thousands of albums directly on the device, look instead at the bigger sibling, the Munich MU, with more processing power and internal storage. For classic streaming, the M1 is a safe bet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small all-rounder with grown-up sound and a low entry hurdle. If you want to get into audiophile streaming without complexity, this is exactly right. If you want to get the most out of it, treat it to the linear Forester F1, which audibly gives it more spatial depth. Which sources and speakers fit best, we'll discuss at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutputs: stereo RCA, digital (AES\/EBU, I2S, coaxial), 6.35 mm headphone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterfaces: Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 for storage media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormats: DSD, WAV, FLAC, ALAC, AAC and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoon: Roon Ready certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousing: compact, shielding metal housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 155 × 50.4 × 110 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: approx. 1 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScope of delivery: Munich M1, plug-in power supply (DC), network cable, quick guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I operate the Munich M1 without an app?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDay-to-day control runs through the VitOS Orbiter app on smartphone or tablet. This keeps the device front tidy and allows convenient control from the sofa. Basic functions are available on the device itself, full comfort comes via the app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Munich M1 compatible with Roon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the M1 is Roon Ready certified and integrates seamlessly into an existing Roon ecosystem, where it delivers the best possible audio quality. A Roon subscription is an option, not a requirement, since Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify and internet radio also run directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect active speakers directly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Thanks to adjustable volume, you can run active speakers directly from the M1 and skip a separate preamp. This keeps the signal path short and the setup lean, ideal for a compact, high-quality streaming system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Munich M1 at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the right combination of streamer, speakers and power supply decides the sound. We set up the M1 for you in our Wädenswil store, show you the app and tune the system to your room, with our own technician for support and service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M1 pairs with active speakers or an integrated amplifier. 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After that, the signal path splits into two completely independent, fully balanced output stages: one with two 12AU7 tubes, one in transistor technology. A switch lets you decide which one is playing. Via USB, the DAC-700 accepts files up to 32-bit \/ 384 kHz and DSD up to DSD512; via optical and coaxial up to 24-bit \/ 192 kHz. A total of six digital inputs are on offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaximum flexibility. Two sound worlds in one device, plus a dedicated headphone amplifier with its own 6.3 mm output and level control on the front. Output to your system runs via RCA or balanced XLR. From a PC (USB) through a CD transport (optical\/coaxial) to studio gear (AES\/EBU), practically any digital source finds a connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the DAC-700 suited for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who wants to cleanly bundle many digital sources, likes choosing between tube and transistor sound, and also wants proper headphone listening. \u003cstrong\u003eHonestly:\u003c\/strong\u003e the DAC-700 has no Bluetooth and no volume control for the line outputs (only the headphone section has a level control) – it's a converter, not a preamplifier. It doesn't bring its own streaming services; those come via a streamer fed into it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DAC-700 is the Swiss Army knife among Vincent converters: two switchable output stages, a genuine headphone amp and resolution up to DSD512 over USB. If you value flexibility and headphone use, there's a lot of device here for the money. Specialist magazines such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fairaudio.de\/test\/vincent-dac-700-d-a-wandler\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003efairaudio\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.i-fidelity.net\/testberichte\/high-end\/vincent-dac-700\/test.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ei-fidelity.net\u003c\/a\u003e have tested it in depth. Not sure whether it suits your chain? Call us on 044 680 22 00, write on WhatsApp to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or drop by in Wädenswil – we're happy to advise you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: D\/A converter with switchable tube\/transistor output stage and headphone amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConverter chip: ESS Sabre ES9038Q2M\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTube complement: 2 × 12AU7, 1 × 6Z4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSample rate USB: PCM up to 32-bit \/ 384 kHz, DSD up to DSD512\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSample rate optical\/coaxial: PCM up to 24-bit \/ 192 kHz, DSD64\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayable formats: MP3, WMA, AAC, AAC+, ALAC, FLAC, APE, WAV, DSD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal harmonic distortion: below 0.004%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: above 95 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic range: above 100 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannel separation: above 90 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudio output voltage: 2.5 V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput impedance: 600 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital inputs: 1 × USB, 2 × optical, 2 × coaxial, 1 × AES\/EBU, 1 × power control (3.5 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutputs: 1 × stereo RCA, 1 × stereo XLR (balanced), 1 × headphone 6.3 mm, 1 × power control (3.5 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax. power consumption: 35 watts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 430 × 95 × 360 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 6.9 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat's included: Vincent DAC-700, remote control, power cable, RCA cable, USB cable, Toslink cable, trigger cable, user manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I choose between tube and transistor on the DAC-700?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The DAC-700 has two independent output stages – one with two 12AU7 tubes, one in transistor technology – and you switch between them with a button. That lets you choose warmer tube sound or more neutral transistor precision depending on the recording and your mood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat resolution does the Vincent DAC-700 handle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVia USB up to 32-bit \/ 384 kHz plus DSD up to DSD512; via optical and coaxial up to 24-bit \/ 192 kHz. That lets you play high-resolution files and DSD albums in full quality, regardless of whether the source is a computer, streamer or CD transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the DAC-700 have a headphone output?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, with its own amplifier section. A 6.3 mm output with its own level control sits on the front, so you can listen with focus and headroom even without the big system. That makes the DAC-700 a full-fledged headphone hub as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the DAC-700 have Bluetooth?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The DAC-700 accepts digital signals via USB, twice optical, twice coaxial and AES\/EBU – wired and low in interference. For wireless streaming, feed it from a source such as a network streamer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy buy the Vincent DAC-700 from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause we show you how to really use its versatility – from choosing the output stage to headphone and amplifier integration. As an experienced team, we've known Vincent for many years, and our own technician takes care of service and installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnected to your system, the DAC-700 pairs with a matching \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/vincent\"\u003eVincent amplifier\u003c\/a\u003e, ideally cabled in balanced mode. For headphone use, you'll find the right match in our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kopfhorer\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e, and the right \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kabel\"\u003eCables\u003c\/a\u003e come right along with it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vincent","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989577494864,"sku":null,"price":2290.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/vincent-dac-700-roehren-dac-schwarz-frontansicht.jpg?v=1787061239"},{"product_id":"vincentdac700si","title":"Vincent DAC-700 Tube DAC Silver","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Vincent DAC-700 is a high-end D\/A converter with a switchable tube and transistor output stage and its own headphone amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the flagship of the Vincent converter range – and the only one where you choose the sound character at the push of a button: warm tube glow or precise transistor strength, depending on mood and recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the DAC-700?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt its core is an ESS Sabre ES9038Q2M converter. After that, the signal path splits into two completely independent, fully balanced output stages: one with two 12AU7 tubes, one in transistor technology. A switch lets you decide which one is playing. Via USB, the DAC-700 accepts files up to 32-bit \/ 384 kHz and DSD up to DSD512; via optical and coaxial up to 24-bit \/ 192 kHz. A total of six digital inputs are on offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaximum flexibility. Two sound worlds in one device, plus a dedicated headphone amplifier with its own 6.3 mm output and level control on the front. Output to your system runs via RCA or balanced XLR. From a PC (USB) through a CD transport (optical\/coaxial) to studio gear (AES\/EBU), practically any digital source finds a connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the DAC-700 suited for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who wants to cleanly bundle many digital sources, likes choosing between tube and transistor sound, and also wants proper headphone listening. \u003cstrong\u003eHonestly:\u003c\/strong\u003e the DAC-700 has no Bluetooth and no volume control for the line outputs (only the headphone section has a level control) – it's a converter, not a preamplifier. It doesn't bring its own streaming services; those come via a streamer fed into it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DAC-700 is the Swiss Army knife among Vincent converters: two switchable output stages, a genuine headphone amp and resolution up to DSD512 over USB. If you value flexibility and headphone use, there's a lot of device here for the money. Specialist magazines such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fairaudio.de\/test\/vincent-dac-700-d-a-wandler\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003efairaudio\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.i-fidelity.net\/testberichte\/high-end\/vincent-dac-700\/test.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ei-fidelity.net\u003c\/a\u003e have tested it in depth. Not sure whether it suits your chain? Call us on 044 680 22 00, write on WhatsApp to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or drop by in Wädenswil – we're happy to advise you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: D\/A converter with switchable tube\/transistor output stage and headphone amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConverter chip: ESS Sabre ES9038Q2M\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTube complement: 2 × 12AU7, 1 × 6Z4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSample rate USB: PCM up to 32-bit \/ 384 kHz, DSD up to DSD512\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSample rate optical\/coaxial: PCM up to 24-bit \/ 192 kHz, DSD64\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayable formats: MP3, WMA, AAC, AAC+, ALAC, FLAC, APE, WAV, DSD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal harmonic distortion: below 0.004%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: above 95 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic range: above 100 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannel separation: above 90 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudio output voltage: 2.5 V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput impedance: 600 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital inputs: 1 × USB, 2 × optical, 2 × coaxial, 1 × AES\/EBU, 1 × power control (3.5 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutputs: 1 × stereo RCA, 1 × stereo XLR (balanced), 1 × headphone 6.3 mm, 1 × power control (3.5 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax. power consumption: 35 watts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 430 × 95 × 360 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 6.9 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat's included: Vincent DAC-700, remote control, power cable, RCA cable, USB cable, Toslink cable, trigger cable, user manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I choose between tube and transistor on the DAC-700?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The DAC-700 has two independent output stages – one with two 12AU7 tubes, one in transistor technology – and you switch between them with a button. That lets you choose warmer tube sound or more neutral transistor precision depending on the recording and your mood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat resolution does the Vincent DAC-700 handle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVia USB up to 32-bit \/ 384 kHz plus DSD up to DSD512; via optical and coaxial up to 24-bit \/ 192 kHz. That lets you play high-resolution files and DSD albums in full quality, regardless of whether the source is a computer, streamer or CD transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the DAC-700 have a headphone output?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, with its own amplifier section. A 6.3 mm output with its own level control sits on the front, so you can listen with focus and headroom even without the big system. That makes the DAC-700 a full-fledged headphone hub as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the DAC-700 have Bluetooth?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The DAC-700 accepts digital signals via USB, twice optical, twice coaxial and AES\/EBU – wired and low in interference. For wireless streaming, feed it from a source such as a network streamer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy buy the Vincent DAC-700 from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause we show you how to really use its versatility – from choosing the output stage to headphone and amplifier integration. As an experienced team, we've known Vincent for many years, and our own technician takes care of service and installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnected to your system, the DAC-700 pairs with a matching \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/vincent\"\u003eVincent amplifier\u003c\/a\u003e, ideally cabled in balanced mode. For headphone use, you'll find the right match in our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kopfhorer\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e, and the right \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kabel\"\u003eCables\u003c\/a\u003e come right along with it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vincent","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989577527632,"sku":null,"price":2290.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/vincent-dac-700-roehren-dac-silber-frontansicht.jpg?v=1787061295"},{"product_id":"vincentkhv200bl","title":"Vincent KHV-200 Hybrid Headphone Amplifier Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Vincent KHV-200 is a hybrid headphone amplifier from the tubeLine range, combining tube and transistor technology in a single housing and driving almost any headphone via 6.3 mm jack as well as balanced 4-pin XLR.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt was developed by Frank Blöhbaum – the tube specialist behind Vincent devices such as the SA-T7 MK and the SV-237 MK. The result is a headphone amplifier that combines the warmth of a real tube with the control of a transistor output stage. Through the viewing window you can watch the tube glow; the orange lighting can be switched through three levels or turned off entirely – a matter of taste, not a must.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy the KHV-200?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeadphones are a law unto themselves: impedance ranges from 16 to over 600 ohms, and the headphone output on an amplifier or DAC often delivers only a fraction of what good headphones are capable of. The KHV-200 is built exactly for this range. Using the gain switch on the rear, you adjust the amplification – sensitive in-ears or high-impedance studio headphones both get the level that suits them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hybrid concept is no marketing label: an ECC82 double triode and two E180F pentodes handle the voltage amplification, while transistors provide current and stability. The result is the often-cited tube warmth, without the bass turning woolly or the treble becoming fatiguing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo headphone outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e a classic 6.3 mm jack plus balanced 4-pin XLR for high-end headphones that make the difference audible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal tube, real control:\u003c\/strong\u003e ECC82 and two E180F pentodes in a hybrid circuit – warmth with backbone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwitchable gain stages:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low and High Gain, so sensitive and high-impedance headphones alike run with ease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual function:\u003c\/strong\u003e via the adjustable pre-out you can also drive active speakers or a power amplifier – the KHV-200 doubles as a preamp on the side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalance and volume controls:\u003c\/strong\u003e a balance control on a headphone amplifier is rare – here it's part of the standard equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is the KHV-200 for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who owns a good pair of headphones and notices there's still headroom left at the jack output of their phone or integrated amplifier. If you switch between several headphones – high-impedance, low-impedance, balanced-wired – you get a device here that can handle them all.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHonestly: if you only listen via Bluetooth headphones, you don't need it – the KHV-200 is an analogue amplifier without its own DAC and without wireless. And if you're expecting a remote control: there isn't one, everything is adjusted on the unit itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe KHV-200 is one of the more accessible routes to real tube headphone sound that still brings power and control. Balanced output, gain switching and the dual pre-out function make it more flexible than its price would suggest. Specialist press such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fairaudio.de\/test\/vincent-khv-200-kopfhoererverstaerker-hybridtechnik-roehre\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003efairaudio\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.likehifi.de\/test\/test-vincent-khv-200-hybrid-kopfhoererverstaerker-tubeline\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003elikehifi\u003c\/a\u003e credit it with a spacious, detailed reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe'd love to work out which headphones suit you and the KHV-200 in a conversation: call us on +41 44 680 22 00, message us on WhatsApp at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or drop by HD Zürisee in Wädenswil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e hybrid headphone amplifier (tube + transistor), tubeLine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTubes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × E180F\/6SCH9P, 1 × ECC82\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 Hz – 20 kHz (± 0.1 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal harmonic distortion:\u003c\/strong\u003e below 0.01% (1 kHz; 0.1 W; 32 ohms)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e above 95 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33 kOhms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax. input voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 Vrms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone output gain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low Gain −2.66 dB, High Gain 13.64 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-out gain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low Gain −11.06 dB, High Gain 5.13 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRec-out gain:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × stereo RCA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 × headphone 6.3 mm jack, 1 × headphone 4-pin XLR, 1 × pre-out (RCA), 1 × rec-out (RCA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W × H × D):\u003c\/strong\u003e 210 × 85 × 277 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.6 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in the box:\u003c\/strong\u003e KHV-200, RCA cable, power cable, instruction manual, warranty card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the KHV-200 a tube or a transistor amplifier?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth – it's a hybrid. An ECC82 tube and two E180F pentodes handle the voltage amplification, while transistors provide current and stability. This gives you the typical tube warmth combined with the control and load capacity of a transistor stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich headphones can the KHV-200 drive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlmost all common models from around 16 to 600 ohms. Using the gain switch you adjust the amplification: Low Gain for sensitive, low-impedance headphones, High Gain for high-impedance studio and high-end headphones. You connect balanced headphones via the 4-pin XLR.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the KHV-200 have a built-in DAC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The KHV-200 is a purely analogue headphone amplifier with two RCA inputs. You convert a digital signal beforehand with a DAC – for example the Vincent DAC-700. That's exactly where we're happy to advise you on the right combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I also use the KHV-200 as a preamplifier?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Via the adjustable pre-out you can drive active speakers or a power amplifier. This makes it more than just a headphone amplifier and a good fit for compact setups where one device takes on several tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy buy the KHV-200 at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause we've been listening to headphones and amplifiers together for decades and know which pairing really holds up in everyday use. We help you find the right headphones for the KHV-200, take care of warranty and service through our own technician – and are personally there for you in Wädenswil on Lake Zurich.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou'll find the right headphones in our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kopfhorer\"\u003eheadphones\u003c\/a\u003e selection, and the right source among our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/dac\"\u003eD\/A converters\u003c\/a\u003e. More from the brand is available in the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/vincent\"\u003eVincent\u003c\/a\u003e overview, and we're happy to add the right \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kabel\"\u003ecable\u003c\/a\u003e too.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vincent","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989577560400,"sku":null,"price":1240.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/vincent-khv-200-hybrid-kopfhoererverstaerker-schwarz-frontansicht.jpg?v=1787061372"},{"product_id":"vincentkhv200si","title":"Vincent KHV-200 Hybrid Headphone Amplifier Silver","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Vincent KHV-200 is a hybrid headphone amplifier from the tubeLine range, combining tube and transistor technology in a single housing and driving almost any headphone via 6.3 mm jack as well as balanced 4-pin XLR.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt was developed by Frank Blöhbaum – the tube specialist behind Vincent devices such as the SA-T7 MK and the SV-237 MK. The result is a headphone amplifier that combines the warmth of a real tube with the control of a transistor output stage. Through the viewing window you can watch the tube glow; the orange lighting can be switched through three levels or turned off entirely – a matter of taste, not a must.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy the KHV-200?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeadphones are a law unto themselves: impedance ranges from 16 to over 600 ohms, and the headphone output on an amplifier or DAC often delivers only a fraction of what good headphones are capable of. The KHV-200 is built exactly for this range. Using the gain switch on the rear, you adjust the amplification – sensitive in-ears or high-impedance studio headphones both get the level that suits them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hybrid concept is no marketing label: an ECC82 double triode and two E180F pentodes handle the voltage amplification, while transistors provide current and stability. The result is the often-cited tube warmth, without the bass turning woolly or the treble becoming fatiguing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo headphone outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e a classic 6.3 mm jack plus balanced 4-pin XLR for high-end headphones that make the difference audible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal tube, real control:\u003c\/strong\u003e ECC82 and two E180F pentodes in a hybrid circuit – warmth with backbone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwitchable gain stages:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low and High Gain, so sensitive and high-impedance headphones alike run with ease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual function:\u003c\/strong\u003e via the adjustable pre-out you can also drive active speakers or a power amplifier – the KHV-200 doubles as a preamp on the side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalance and volume controls:\u003c\/strong\u003e a balance control on a headphone amplifier is rare – here it's part of the standard equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is the KHV-200 for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who owns a good pair of headphones and notices there's still headroom left at the jack output of their phone or integrated amplifier. If you switch between several headphones – high-impedance, low-impedance, balanced-wired – you get a device here that can handle them all.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHonestly: if you only listen via Bluetooth headphones, you don't need it – the KHV-200 is an analogue amplifier without its own DAC and without wireless. And if you're expecting a remote control: there isn't one, everything is adjusted on the unit itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe KHV-200 is one of the more accessible routes to real tube headphone sound that still brings power and control. Balanced output, gain switching and the dual pre-out function make it more flexible than its price would suggest. Specialist press such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fairaudio.de\/test\/vincent-khv-200-kopfhoererverstaerker-hybridtechnik-roehre\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003efairaudio\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.likehifi.de\/test\/test-vincent-khv-200-hybrid-kopfhoererverstaerker-tubeline\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003elikehifi\u003c\/a\u003e credit it with a spacious, detailed reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe'd love to work out which headphones suit you and the KHV-200 in a conversation: call us on +41 44 680 22 00, message us on WhatsApp at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or drop by HD Zürisee in Wädenswil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e hybrid headphone amplifier (tube + transistor), tubeLine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTubes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × E180F\/6SCH9P, 1 × ECC82\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 Hz – 20 kHz (± 0.1 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal harmonic distortion:\u003c\/strong\u003e below 0.01% (1 kHz; 0.1 W; 32 ohms)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e above 95 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33 kOhms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax. input voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 Vrms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone output gain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low Gain −2.66 dB, High Gain 13.64 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-out gain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low Gain −11.06 dB, High Gain 5.13 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRec-out gain:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × stereo RCA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 × headphone 6.3 mm jack, 1 × headphone 4-pin XLR, 1 × pre-out (RCA), 1 × rec-out (RCA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W × H × D):\u003c\/strong\u003e 210 × 85 × 277 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.6 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in the box:\u003c\/strong\u003e KHV-200, RCA cable, power cable, instruction manual, warranty card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the KHV-200 a tube or a transistor amplifier?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth – it's a hybrid. An ECC82 tube and two E180F pentodes handle the voltage amplification, while transistors provide current and stability. This gives you the typical tube warmth combined with the control and load capacity of a transistor stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich headphones can the KHV-200 drive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlmost all common models from around 16 to 600 ohms. Using the gain switch you adjust the amplification: Low Gain for sensitive, low-impedance headphones, High Gain for high-impedance studio and high-end headphones. You connect balanced headphones via the 4-pin XLR.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the KHV-200 have a built-in DAC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The KHV-200 is a purely analogue headphone amplifier with two RCA inputs. You convert a digital signal beforehand with a DAC – for example the Vincent DAC-700. That's exactly where we're happy to advise you on the right combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I also use the KHV-200 as a preamplifier?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Via the adjustable pre-out you can drive active speakers or a power amplifier. This makes it more than just a headphone amplifier and a good fit for compact setups where one device takes on several tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy buy the KHV-200 at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause we've been listening to headphones and amplifiers together for decades and know which pairing really holds up in everyday use. We help you find the right headphones for the KHV-200, take care of warranty and service through our own technician – and are personally there for you in Wädenswil on Lake Zurich.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou'll find the right headphones in our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kopfhorer\"\u003eheadphones\u003c\/a\u003e selection, and the right source among our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/dac\"\u003eD\/A converters\u003c\/a\u003e. More from the brand is available in the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/vincent\"\u003eVincent\u003c\/a\u003e overview, and we're happy to add the right \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kabel\"\u003ecable\u003c\/a\u003e too.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vincent","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989577593168,"sku":null,"price":1240.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/vincent-khv-200-hybrid-kopfhoererverstaerker-silber-frontansicht.jpg?v=1787061441"},{"product_id":"moon-491-network-player-vorverstarker","title":"MOON 491 Streaming Preamplifier Compass, Silver","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe MOON 491 is a streaming preamplifier from the Compass Collection that combines network player, DAC, MM\/MC phono stage, preamplifier and headphone amplifier in one enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the MOON 491?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe streaming heart is MOON's own MiND 2 module: Roon Ready, UPnP, AirPlay, Bluetooth as well as Qobuz, TIDAL, Deezer and Spotify are built in – including Qobuz Connect, TIDAL Connect and Spotify Connect for direct streaming without a detour via an app. Conversion is handled by two ESS 9039Q2M chips in dual-mono mode with a precision clock, which delivers very low noise and a fine, uncluttered resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe phono stage understands MM and MC cartridges and can be adjusted directly in the on-screen menu – termination resistance, capacitance, gain. Added to that are analogue line inputs (RCA and balanced XLR), an HDMI ARC connection for the TV and its own headphone amplifier. Power is supplied by MOON's MHP technology (MOON Hybrid Power), which consistently keeps sensitive circuits free of interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA complete preamp that replaces half the stack of gear: streamer, converter, phono, preamplifier and headphone output in one box, controlled via app, remote control or the large colour display with album cover. Fewer cables, fewer sockets, fewer compromises – and still the option to fully expand later with a matching power amplifier such as the MOON 461.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the 491 for – and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for anyone who wants a high-end source and preamp in one elegant device and values streaming, vinyl and headphones equally. Anyone who already owns an external streamer, DAC and phono stage and just wants a pure, bare preamp, on the other hand, is paying here for talents they don't actually need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 491 is the logical heart of a Compass system: an all-in-one that never sounds like a compromise at any single point. In silver it looks open and modern, and technically it's packed to the brim. We at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil show you how it plays together with your sources, your turntable and the right power amplifier – and tell you honestly whether you're really making the most of its wealth of features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput sensitivity: 0.3 V – 5 V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput impedance: 22 kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGain: 10 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 10 Hz – 200 kHz (+0.5 \/ −3.0 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTHD + noise: 0.0004%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntermodulation distortion: 0.0004%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: 120 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrosstalk: −120 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower consumption (operation \/ standby \/ eco): 16 W \/ 14 W \/ 6 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDAC converters: 2× ESS 9039Q2M in dual-mono mode with precision clock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming: MiND 2, Roon Ready, AirPlay, Bluetooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming services: Qobuz, TIDAL, Deezer, Spotify (incl. 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It bundles together five components that would otherwise sit separately in the rack – wired, tuned and operable via one display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich streaming services does the 491 support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQobuz, TIDAL, Deezer and Spotify are built in, plus Roon Ready, AirPlay and Bluetooth. Via Qobuz Connect, TIDAL Connect and Spotify Connect you stream directly from the respective app, without a detour via a separate control app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the 491 support a turntable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The built-in phono stage works with MM and MC cartridges and can be finely adjusted in the menu. A separate phono preamplifier is therefore not needed – you connect your turntable directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich power amplifier suits the MOON 491?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MOON 461 from the same Compass Collection is an excellent match – tuned to it both visually and technically. Which speakers and which power amplifier make the most sense for your room, we're happy to discuss with you in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the MOON 491 at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we don't leave you alone with data sheets: we set up the 491 with your streaming services and your turntable, combine it with the right power amplifier and cabling, and offer you five years of warranty plus service directly with us in Wädenswil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find the matching power amplifier in the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/moon\"\u003eMOON Collection\u003c\/a\u003e – such as the MOON 461 stereo power amplifier. 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It combines a high-quality DAC, Yamaha's patented Floating and Balanced Power Amplifier technology, and a massive, low-vibration construction in a single housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDAC \u0026amp; digital section\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt its centre sits the ESS ES9038PRO – an 8-channel converter that bundles four channels per side to maximise dynamic range and signal-to-noise ratio. A dedicated master clock with a particularly low-noise crystal oscillator ensures precise D\/A conversion. Via USB-B, coaxial and optical you can connect DAPs, a PC or a CD player; PCM runs up to 384 kHz\/32-bit, DSD natively up to 11.2 MHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmplifier\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe patented Floating and Balanced circuit lets four output stages \"float\" independently of ground – symmetrical push-pull operation for both balanced and unbalanced headphones, without switching configuration. The volume IC used is the particularly low-distortion, low-noise MUSES72323. Two toroidal transformers cleanly separate the preamp and output stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConnections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadphone outputs: 6.3 mm, 4.4 mm balanced (Pentaconn), XLR4 balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInputs: USB-B, coaxial, optical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-\/line out: XLR (balanced) + RCA – usable as a DAC or preamp with an external power amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 sound field modes + Pure Direct bypass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOLED display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStraight talk\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HA-L7A is a pure desktop amplifier with digital inputs – if you want to connect an analogue source directly, plan for that beforehand. In return you get an exceptionally quiet, powerful stage that confidently drives everything from sensitive in-ears to demanding high-end headphones – and, thanks to the pre-out, also fits into an existing system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes the HA-L7A have a DAC?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, an ESS ES9038PRO. Via USB-B, coaxial and optical it handles PCM up to 384 kHz\/32-bit and DSD natively up to 11.2 MHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I use it as a preamp or DAC in my system?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Via the XLR and RCA pre-\/line outs it serves as a D\/A converter or preamp for an external power amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat headphone outputs does it have?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThree on the front: 6.3 mm unbalanced, 4.4 mm balanced (Pentaconn) and XLR4 balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhy buy the HA-L7A from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause we'll tell you honestly whether your headphones can even exploit the HA-L7A's potential – with sensitive in-ears, often less is needed. Our technician Mauri advises on the right source and on using it as a preamp, with years of experience at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Yamaha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53093181620560,"sku":null,"price":3799.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/yamaha-ha-l7a-kopfhoererverstaerker-frontansicht.png?v=1787213975"},{"product_id":"moon-ace-all-in-one-black","title":"MOON Ace All-in-One Streaming Amplifier, Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe MOON Ace is an all-in-one streaming amplifier that combines streamer, DAC, MM phono stage, headphone amplifier and a 50-watt integrated amplifier in a single enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou connect a pair of speakers, connect to the network – and the system is ready. And yet the Ace still sounds like MOON: fast, clean, with the brand's typical transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the MOON Ace?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it condenses a complete high-end chain into a single device – while keeping the fast, transparent MOON signature. MiND 2 brings modern streaming, the DAC converts up to DSD256, and the built-in MM phono stage brings the turntable on board too. All matched, all from a single source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's inside\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiND 2 streaming: Qobuz, Tidal, Spotify Connect, Deezer, HighResAudio, Tune-In, Roon Ready, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth aptX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDAC up to 32-bit \/ 384 kHz, DSD256 and MQA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMM phono stage for your turntable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscrete headphone amplifier with 6.3 mm jack on the front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome theatre bypass, OLED display, SimLink, RS-232, 12 V trigger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInputs: 1× USB, 2× TOSLink, 2× SPDIF, 1× MM phono, 3× RCA, 1× mini-jack; 1× RCA pre-out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA surprisingly mature sound for such a compact device: clear, precise highs, a clean midrange and bass that's entirely sufficient for normal living rooms. The Ace never sounds strained – it plays music calmly and properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStraight talk: who it's for – and who it isn't\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 2× 50 watts at 8 ohms, the Ace is made for normal living rooms and efficient speakers (such as the MOON Voice 22). Anyone wanting to really drive large, power-hungry floorstanding speakers loud in a big room is better off with separate components. For everyone else, the Ace is the most elegant way to condense a fully-grown high-end system into a single device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ace is the most elegant way to condense a full-fledged high-end system into a single device – ideal if you love music but don't want a tower of gear. In black it looks particularly understated. We at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil tell you honestly whether its 50 watts suit your speakers and your room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the trade press says:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"MOON's all-in-one system offers gripping sound and plenty of flexibility … here MOON has a real ace up its sleeve.\" – hifitest 4\/2020.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: 2× 50 W at 8 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDAC: 32-bit \/ 384 kHz, DSD256, MQA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming: MiND 2, Roon Ready, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth aptX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhono: built-in MM phono stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadphones: discrete amplifier, 6.3 mm jack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay: OLED\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 429 × 89 × 366 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 11 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty (MOON Switzerland): 5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need any other devices with the MOON Ace?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Apart from speakers and an internet connection, you need nothing else – streamer, DAC, phono stage, headphone amplifier and power amplifier are all built in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect a turntable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the Ace has a built-in MM phono stage for cartridges with a moving-magnet system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich speakers suit the MOON Ace?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEfficient bookshelf and compact floorstanding speakers. The MOON Voice 22 is the ideal partner; for very large, hard-to-drive speakers we recommend separate components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the MOON Ace Roon Ready?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It also supports Qobuz, Tidal, Spotify Connect, Deezer, AirPlay 2 and Bluetooth aptX.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the MOON Ace at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause an all-in-one only convinces if the speakers fit: we tune the Ace to your room, set up streaming and turntable for you, and as an authorised MOON dealer in Wädenswil we're there for you for warranty and service – with our own technician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ideal partner is the MOON Voice 22 from the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/moon\"\u003eMOON Collection\u003c\/a\u003e. More models can be found under \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/streaming-verstarker\"\u003eStreaming amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003eSpeakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"MOON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53097325166928,"sku":"MOON-ACE-BLACK","price":2980.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/moon-ace-all-in-one-streaming-verstaerker-schwarz-frontansicht-solo.jpg?v=1786535159"},{"product_id":"moon-ace-all-in-one-silver-black","title":"MOON Ace All-in-One Streaming Amplifier, Silver\/Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe MOON Ace is an all-in-one streaming amplifier that combines streamer, DAC, MM phono stage, headphone amplifier and a 50-watt integrated amplifier in a single enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou connect a pair of speakers, connect to the network – and the system is ready. And yet the Ace still sounds like MOON: fast, clean, with the brand's typical transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the MOON Ace?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it condenses a complete high-end chain into a single device – while keeping the fast, transparent MOON signature. MiND 2 brings modern streaming, the DAC converts up to DSD256, and the built-in MM phono stage brings the turntable on board too. All matched, all from a single source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's inside\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiND 2 streaming: Qobuz, Tidal, Spotify Connect, Deezer, HighResAudio, Tune-In, Roon Ready, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth aptX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDAC up to 32-bit \/ 384 kHz, DSD256 and MQA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMM phono stage for your turntable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscrete headphone amplifier with 6.3 mm jack on the front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome theatre bypass, OLED display, SimLink, RS-232, 12 V trigger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInputs: 1× USB, 2× TOSLink, 2× SPDIF, 1× MM phono, 3× RCA, 1× mini-jack; 1× RCA pre-out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA surprisingly mature sound for such a compact device: clear, precise highs, a clean midrange and bass that's entirely sufficient for normal living rooms. The Ace never sounds strained – it plays music calmly and properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStraight talk: who it's for – and who it isn't\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 2× 50 watts at 8 ohms, the Ace is made for normal living rooms and efficient speakers (such as the MOON Voice 22). Anyone wanting to really drive large, power-hungry floorstanding speakers loud in a big room is better off with separate components. For everyone else, the Ace is the most elegant way to condense a fully-grown high-end system into a single device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ace is the most elegant way to condense a full-fledged high-end system into a single device – ideal if you love music but don't want a tower of gear. In silver\/black it sets a fine, bright accent. We at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil tell you honestly whether its 50 watts suit your speakers and your room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the trade press says:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"MOON's all-in-one system offers gripping sound and plenty of flexibility … here MOON has a real ace up its sleeve.\" – hifitest 4\/2020.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: 2× 50 W at 8 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDAC: 32-bit \/ 384 kHz, DSD256, MQA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming: MiND 2, Roon Ready, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth aptX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhono: built-in MM phono stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadphones: discrete amplifier, 6.3 mm jack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay: OLED\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 429 × 89 × 366 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 11 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Silver\/Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty (MOON Switzerland): 5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need any other devices with the MOON Ace?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Apart from speakers and an internet connection, you need nothing else – streamer, DAC, phono stage, headphone amplifier and power amplifier are all built in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect a turntable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the Ace has a built-in MM phono stage for cartridges with a moving-magnet system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich speakers suit the MOON Ace?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEfficient bookshelf and compact floorstanding speakers. The MOON Voice 22 is the ideal partner; for very large, hard-to-drive speakers we recommend separate components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the MOON Ace Roon Ready?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It also supports Qobuz, Tidal, Spotify Connect, Deezer, AirPlay 2 and Bluetooth aptX.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the MOON Ace at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause an all-in-one only convinces if the speakers fit: we tune the Ace to your room, set up streaming and turntable for you, and as an authorised MOON dealer in Wädenswil we're there for you for warranty and service – with our own technician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ideal partner is the MOON Voice 22 from the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/moon\"\u003eMOON Collection\u003c\/a\u003e. More models can be found under \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/streaming-verstarker\"\u003eStreaming amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003eSpeakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"MOON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53097325199696,"sku":"MOON-ACE-SILVER","price":2980.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/moon-ace-all-in-one-streaming-verstaerker-silber-schwarz-frontansicht-solo.png?v=1786535160"},{"product_id":"moon-491-network-player-vorverstaerker-schwarz","title":"MOON 491 Compass Streaming Preamplifier, Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe MOON 491 in Black is a network preamplifier from the MOON Compass Collection that combines streamer, DAC, phono stage, preamplifier and headphone amplifier in one chassis – in an all-black finish with a black chassis and black aluminium side panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically it's identical to the silver-trimmed variant. So you only need to decide whether your rack prefers the contrast or the all-dark look – sonically, the two give away nothing to each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the MOON 491?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe streaming heart beats with MOON's MiND 2 module: Roon Ready, UPnP, AirPlay, Bluetooth, plus Qobuz, TIDAL, Deezer and Spotify with their respective Connect protocols. It's operated via the MOON app, the front buttons or the aluminium CRM-4 remote control. The large colour display shows volume and album art – and does look rather good in the living room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, two ESS 9039Q2M DACs convert in dual-mono mode, backed by a precision clock. The fully configurable phono stage understands MM and MC cartridges; you set loading resistance, capacitance and gain directly in the on-screen menu. Add to that analogue inputs (RCA + balanced XLR), HDMI ARC for TV, and its own headphone amplifier on the 6.35mm output. The MHP power supply keeps sensitive circuitry clean – low noise, wide dynamics, more music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA complete preamp that replaces half a stack of components: streamer, converter, phono, preamplifier and headphone output in one box, controlled by app, remote or the large colour display with album art. Fewer cables, fewer sockets – and still the option to fully expand later with a matching power amp like the MOON 461.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the MOON 491 be used without a streaming subscription?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Internet radio, music from your own network (UPnP), vinyl via the phono stage, a CD player, or TV via HDMI ARC all work entirely without a paid subscription. Streaming services are an option, not a requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the 491 for – and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for anyone who wants to bundle digital and analogue sources in one high-quality device – turntable and headphones included. If you only listen to the occasional Bluetooth stream on the side, you'll barely tap into its potential; it would almost be a waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black 491 is a complete preamp for years to come: streamer, DAC, phono and headphone amplifier that you no longer have to piece together separately. Paired with the MOON 461 power amplifier, it becomes a matched high-end system. We're happy to talk through in person at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil which sources, speakers and cables suit it best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunctions: network player, preamplifier, DAC, phono stage, headphone amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming: MiND 2, Roon Ready, AirPlay, Bluetooth, UPnP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming services: Qobuz, TIDAL, Deezer, Spotify (incl. Connect protocols)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDAC converters: 2× ESS 9039Q2M in dual-mono mode with precision clock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDAC formats: DSD, DXD, MQA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital inputs: HDMI ARC, optical, AES-EBU, S\/PDIF, USB host\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalogue inputs: RCA, XLR (balanced), phono (MM + MC, configurable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutputs: variable XLR (balanced), variable RCA, fixed RCA, 6.35mm headphone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 10 Hz – 200 kHz (+0.5 \/ −3.0 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal harmonic distortion + noise: 0.0004%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: 120 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrosstalk: −120 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower consumption (operation \/ standby \/ eco): 16 W \/ 14 W \/ 6 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 42.9 × 8.7 × 35.7 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 9 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: all-black (chassis and side panels)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty (MOON Switzerland): 5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the black 491 differ from the silver version?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly in looks: black instead of silver aluminium side panels, the chassis is black on both. Functions, connections and sound are identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the MOON 491 have a built-in phono input?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 491 has a fully configurable phono stage for MM and MC cartridges. You set loading resistance, capacitance and gain directly in the menu – a separate phono preamp isn't needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich power amp suits the MOON 491?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MOON 461 power amplifier from the same Compass Collection is ideal – matched in look and sound. In principle, though, the 491 can be paired with any high-quality power amp or active speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the MOON 491 at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a device with so many talents deserves proper advice: we set up streaming, the phono stage and sources for you, find the right speakers and cables, and as an authorised dealer in Wädenswil we take care of warranty and service – with our own in-house technician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find the right power amp in the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/moon\"\u003eMOON Collection\u003c\/a\u003e – for example the MOON 461 stereo power amplifier. You'll find more models under \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/endstufen\"\u003ePower Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/vorverstarker\"\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"MOON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53125449843024,"sku":"MOON-491-SCHWARZ","price":5980.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/moon-491-streaming-vorverstaerker-compass-schwarz-frontansicht.png?v=1786531994"},{"product_id":"audio-analogue-aadac-d-a-wandler-silber","title":"Audio Analogue AADac D\/A Converter, Silver","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Audio Analogue AADac is a D\/A converter with a switchable preamp stage that converts digital sources into an analog signal and, if you choose, controls the volume as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat lets a single device cover two roles: a pure converter feeding a preamp or integrated amplifier – or converter and preamp in one, going straight to a power amp. A headphone output up front is also on board, and an aptX Bluetooth module is available as an option. The silver finish shows off the brushed aluminum of the Pure-AA series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the AADac?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause inside the AADac sits a Sabre ES9038, which Audio Analogue pairs with seven selectable digital filters and separate power supplies for the digital and analog sections. Over USB it accepts up to 32 bit\/384 kHz and native DSD512, over AES\/EBU and the two coaxial inputs up to 24 bit\/192 kHz. The output stage is fully balanced, built from discrete components, and delivers 3.35 volts at both XLR and RCA. Anyone who plays with the filters quickly notices: this isn't a marketing dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe calm, unhurried character Audio Analogue has been known for over decades – digital, without sounding digital. Dynamic range is 124 dB, distortion is –108 dB; in practice that means a black background and plenty of room for details that get lost in the noise floor with simpler converters. This shows up especially clearly on the headphone output, because nothing stands between you and the signal there anymore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the AADac for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone with a predominantly digital chain: streamer, computer, CD transport. It gets especially interesting if you listen through a power amp – in preamp mode it takes over the volume too, saving you a device plus a pair of cables. Straight talk: anyone running analog sources like a turntable or tuner won't get by with it, since the AADac has no high-level inputs. And anyone who already owns an integrated amplifier with a good internal converter should honestly weigh whether the upgrade is worth the effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA converter that can do more than its name suggests – and precisely for that reason wants to be set up properly. One warning we'd rather give once too often: in DAC mode, the output sits fixed at maximum. Switch first, then turn up the volume. Whether preamp mode makes sense for your system is something we're happy to work out with you – HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, +41 44 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDevice type:\u003c\/strong\u003e D\/A converter with switchable preamp, Pure-AA series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConverter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sabre ES9038, 7 selectable digital filters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigital inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB-B (up to 32 bit\/384 kHz, native DSD512), 2 × coaxial S\/PDIF (up to 24 bit\/192 kHz), Toslink (up to 24 bit\/96 kHz), AES\/EBU (up to 24 bit\/192 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth:\u003c\/strong\u003e optional aptX module (up to 16 bit\/48 kHz), 2.4 GHz antenna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnalog outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e balanced XLR, unbalanced RCA (usable simultaneously)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput level:\u003c\/strong\u003e switchable – DAC mode fixed at 3.35 V RMS, preamp mode adjustable including channel balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone output:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes, 6.35 mm jack on the front (unbalanced)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNetwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e not available (no LAN, no Wi-Fi)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDynamic range (A-weighted):\u003c\/strong\u003e 124 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal harmonic distortion (THD+N):\u003c\/strong\u003e –108 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput noise (A-weighted):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.1 µV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChannels:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 5 years (Audio Analogue)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W×H×D):\u003c\/strong\u003e 220 × 100 × 390 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e AADac, aluminum remote control with batteries, power cable, USB cable, 2.4 GHz antenna, user manual with warranty card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does a D\/A converter like the AADac do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt converts digital music signals from a streamer, computer or CD transport into an analog signal your amplifier can reproduce. A dedicated, high-quality converter usually extracts more calm and resolution from digital sources than a simple DAC running somewhere inside an amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the AADac connect directly to a power amp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, in preamp mode. You switch the AADac from pure converter to preamp, and it then controls volume and channel balance itself, going straight to the power amp – no separate preamp needed. In DAC mode, on the other hand, the output stays fixed at 3.35 volts; there, an amplifier absolutely has to follow it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the AADac have a headphone output?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, a 6.35 mm jack with its own headphone amplifier sits on the front. As soon as you plug in headphones, volume control activates automatically – even when the AADac is otherwise running in fixed DAC mode. The stage has enough power for most demanding headphones; there's no balanced headphone jack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the optional Bluetooth module offer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the optional aptX module, you stream directly from your smartphone or tablet to the AADac, without cables and without extra equipment. It transmits up to 16 bit\/48 kHz, making it suited to a quick song on the side. For critical listening, a wired source clearly remains the better choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the AADac from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we tell you honestly whether a separate converter actually helps your chain, whether you really need the Bluetooth module, and whether preamp mode is the shorter path for you. Our team in Wädenswil puts together the right combination, and our own technician stays your contact afterward too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AADac needs sources and power: digital sources sit under \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/streamer\"\u003eStreamers \u0026amp; Network Players\u003c\/a\u003e and in \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/alle-quellen\"\u003eAll Sources\u003c\/a\u003e, matching amplification among the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/endstufen\"\u003ePower Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e. For the headphone output, take a look at the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kopfhorer\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e, and the rest of the range sits in the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/audio-analogue\"\u003eAudio Analogue world\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Audio Analogue","offers":[{"title":"ohne","offer_id":53180518203728,"sku":"6600A","price":4750.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"mit","offer_id":53180518236496,"sku":"6600A-BT","price":5000.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/audio-analogue-aadac-d-a-wandler-silber-schraegansicht.jpg?v=1785427711"},{"product_id":"audio-analogue-aadac-d-a-wandler-schwarz","title":"Audio Analogue AADac D\/A Converter, Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Audio Analogue AADac is a D\/A converter with a switchable preamp stage that converts digital signals into analog signals and, if you like, handles the volume itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo operating modes, one enclosure: either it delivers a fixed level to your amplifier, or it regulates the level itself and goes straight to the power amp. A full-featured headphone output sits up front, and space for the optional Bluetooth module waits at the back. The black finish keeps a visibly low profile in a rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the AADac?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe heart is a Sabre ES9038 with seven selectable digital filters – from the linear-phase classic to brickwall, switchable during operation. The digital and analog sections have their own power supplies, the output stage is fully balanced and built from discrete components, delivering 3.35 volts on both XLR and RCA. On the input side, the USB port accepts up to 32 bit\/384 kHz and native DSD512, AES\/EBU and the two coaxial inputs up to 24 bit\/192 kHz, Toslink up to 24 bit\/96 kHz. Hardly anyone needs more connection options than that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTuscan restraint instead of digital harshness. 124 dB of dynamic range and –108 dB of distortion are, at first, just numbers; audibly, they become a deep black background from which details emerge that weren't there before. Spaces gain depth, voices gain body. And when you switch back and forth between the filters, you genuinely hear differences – small, but there. Anyone who thinks that's just imagination probably hasn't taken the time to switch calmly and listen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the AADac for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor digital chains where the converter plays the lead role – and especially for setups with a separate power amp, because in preamp mode the AADac handles the preamp duties too. Anyone who listens a lot over headphones is also well served here. Straight talk: it can't do analog sources, high-level inputs are completely absent. A turntable, tuner or cassette deck still needs an amplifier with matching inputs. And it doesn't do network streaming – Bluetooth is a convenience, not a streamer replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore versatile than \"D\/A converter\" suggests, and precisely for that reason worth a moment's setup. Important: in DAC mode the output sits fixed at maximum – connect it to a power amp without switching first, and you're in for an unintentionally loud surprise. Switch first, then turn up the volume. Which operating mode suits your system is something we're happy to discuss: HD Zürisee, Wädenswil – +41 44 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls), shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDevice type:\u003c\/strong\u003e D\/A converter with switchable preamp, Pure-AA series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConverter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sabre ES9038, 7 selectable digital filters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigital inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB-B (up to 32 bit\/384 kHz, native DSD512), 2 × coaxial S\/PDIF (up to 24 bit\/192 kHz), Toslink (up to 24 bit\/96 kHz), AES\/EBU (up to 24 bit\/192 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth:\u003c\/strong\u003e optional aptX module (up to 16 bit\/48 kHz), 2.4 GHz antenna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnalog outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e balanced XLR, unbalanced RCA (usable simultaneously)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput level:\u003c\/strong\u003e switchable – DAC mode fixed at 3.35 V RMS, preamp mode adjustable including channel balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone output:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes, 6.35 mm jack on the front (unbalanced)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNetwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e not available (no LAN, no Wi-Fi)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDynamic range (A-weighted):\u003c\/strong\u003e 124 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal harmonic distortion (THD+N):\u003c\/strong\u003e –108 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput noise (A-weighted):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.1 µV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChannels:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 5 years (Audio Analogue)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W×H×D):\u003c\/strong\u003e 220 × 100 × 390 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e AADac, aluminum remote control with batteries, power cable, USB cable, 2.4 GHz antenna, user manual with warranty card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy use a separate D\/A converter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause converting digital to analog is the most sonically delicate step in a digital chain. A dedicated converter with its own power supply and its own enclosure operates with less interference than a chip sitting somewhere between the transformer and the power stage inside an amplifier. That's audible especially in quiet passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between DAC mode and preamp mode?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn DAC mode, the AADac outputs a fixed level of 3.35 volts – your preamp or integrated amplifier then handles the volume. In preamp mode, it controls volume and channel balance itself and can drive a power amp directly. You switch between modes via the SET button or the remote control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect headphones to the AADac?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, via the 6.35 mm jack on the front. Behind it sits its own headphone amplifier that can also drive more demanding models. Plug in headphones, and the AADac activates the volume control automatically, setting it to zero for safety. It doesn't offer a balanced headphone jack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the AADac a streamer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The AADac has neither a LAN nor a Wi-Fi connection and can't access music services or network shares on its own. It always needs a source feeding it data – a streamer, a computer or a CD transport. The optional Bluetooth module does stream from your phone, but it doesn't replace a network player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the AADac from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause there's a gap between a spec sheet and your living room worth discussing: which source, which amplification, which mode. Our experienced team in Wädenswil has been doing exactly that for decades, we're an authorized dealer, and our own technician takes care of installation and service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven the best converter stays silent without a source: matching sources sit among the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/streamer\"\u003eStreamers \u0026amp; Network Players\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/cd-player\"\u003eCD Players \u0026amp; CD Transports\u003c\/a\u003e, the power behind it among the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/endstufen\"\u003ePower Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e. For headphone listening, take a look at the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kopfhorer\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e, and for the rest of the range visit the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/audio-analogue\"\u003eAudio Analogue world\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Audio Analogue","offers":[{"title":"ohne","offer_id":53180518269264,"sku":"6600B","price":4750.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"mit","offer_id":53180518302032,"sku":"6600B-BT","price":5000.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/audio-analogue-aadac-d-a-wandler-schwarz-schraegansicht.jpg?v=1785427697"},{"product_id":"gatoaudiosda1bl","title":"Gato Audio SDA-1 DAC \u0026 Headphone Amplifier, Black High Gloss","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Gato Audio SDA-1 is a D\/A converter with a balanced headphone amplifier and preamplifier from the Danish manufacturer Gato Audio.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt accepts virtually any digital source, converts it to analogue via an ESS9038PRO Sabre chip – and outputs it to your system, directly to a power amplifier, or to headphones, as you choose. One unit, three jobs: DAC, headphone amplifier and preamplifier in a single chassis. And if you want to stream later, you can add the optional NPM-2 module. Supplied as a single unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Gato Audio SDA-1?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause it takes conversion seriously while still staying flexible. At its heart is the ESS9038PRO – the same Sabre chip found in the most expensive DACs and CD players. Gato pairs it with a highly precise femto clock, seven low-noise voltage regulators and separate power supplies for the analogue and digital sections, so logic and music don't get in each other's way. The output is fully balanced and built with discrete circuitry, with volume controlled in the analogue domain – either fixed (as a pure source) or variable, in which case the SDA-1 drives a power amplifier directly, with no separate preamp needed. Seven PCM filters and an analogue input for a phono stage or another analogue source round off the picture. Designed and built in Copenhagen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat you'll hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA wealth of detail without harshness – the signature of a well-executed Sabre DAC. The SDA-1 resolves finely, keeps the background quiet (117 dB signal-to-noise ratio, 0.002 % distortion) and stays musical rather than analytical. Through headphones it gets intimate: the balanced output delivers up to 3 W at 33 Ω, driving even demanding over-ears with ease, while the unbalanced 6.3 mm output covers everyday listening. Whether through your system or straight to your ears, the soundstage stays clean and voices remain tangible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is the SDA-1 for – and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStraight talk: the SDA-1 is for anyone who wants a first-class digital source and also listens seriously through headphones – and who'd like the preamp taken care of as well. If you already own a high-quality preamp, simply use the SDA-1 with a fixed level as a pure DAC. If you want to stream from day one, go straight for the SDA-1 NPM with its built-in network module – adding the module to the base SDA-1 later is possible, but it's the detour. And if you listen exclusively to vinyl, you don't need it: the SDA-1 is the digital hub, not the analogue one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I turn the SDA-1 into a network player?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The optional NPM-2 module turns the SDA-1 into a Roon Ready streamer with Tidal and Spotify Connect, Qobuz, internet radio and LDAC Bluetooth – over Wi-Fi or LAN. Whether adding the module makes sense, or the SDA-1 NPM is the smarter choice from the start, is something we're happy to discuss with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA versatile Danish Sabre DAC that combines headphone seriousness with preamp convenience in a very quiet chassis – and becomes a streamer with the NPM-2 module when needed. Want to know whether the SDA-1 fits your chain? 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If you want to run it as a pure source into an existing preamp, simply set the output to a fixed level.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I upgrade the SDA-1 to a network player later?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The optional NPM-2 module makes it Roon Ready and brings Tidal and Spotify Connect, Qobuz, internet radio and LDAC Bluetooth over Wi-Fi or LAN. If you want to stream from the start, go straight for the SDA-1 NPM with the module built in at the factory. Without the module, the SDA-1 plays over USB, optical, coaxial and the analogue input.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich formats does the SDA-1 play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOver USB it handles PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz, DSD up to DSD256 and MQA. The optical and coaxial inputs accept PCM up to 24-bit\/192 kHz. Seven selectable PCM filters and four DSD filters let you fine-tune the sound to your taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the headphone amplifier drive demanding headphones too?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The balanced output delivers up to 3 W at 33 Ω, and still 850 mW at 300 Ω – enough for the vast majority of hi-fi headphones, including many planar magnetics. Output impedance is a low 1 Ω, and each output has its own discrete MOSFET amplifier with analogue volume control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finishes is the SDA-1 available in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Black, White and Walnut (real wood veneer), each with a high-gloss lid, and on request in an individual custom colour finish. That way it matches your other components or your living space. Gato produces the custom colour finish to order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Gato Audio SDA-1 at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause a DAC in this class only really comes into its own in the right setup – fixed or variable, a matching power amplifier or active speakers, the right headphones. 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Designed and built in Copenhagen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat you'll hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA wealth of detail without harshness – the signature of a well-executed Sabre DAC. The SDA-1 resolves finely, keeps the background quiet (117 dB signal-to-noise ratio, 0.002 % distortion) and stays musical rather than analytical. Through headphones it gets intimate: the balanced output delivers up to 3 W at 33 Ω, driving even demanding over-ears with ease, while the unbalanced 6.3 mm output covers everyday listening. Whether through your system or straight to your ears, the soundstage stays clean and voices remain tangible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is the SDA-1 for – and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStraight talk: the SDA-1 is for anyone who wants a first-class digital source and also listens seriously through headphones – and who'd like the preamp taken care of as well. If you already own a high-quality preamp, simply use the SDA-1 with a fixed level as a pure DAC. If you want to stream from day one, go straight for the SDA-1 NPM with its built-in network module – adding the module to the base SDA-1 later is possible, but it's the detour. And if you listen exclusively to vinyl, you don't need it: the SDA-1 is the digital hub, not the analogue one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I turn the SDA-1 into a network player?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The optional NPM-2 module turns the SDA-1 into a Roon Ready streamer with Tidal and Spotify Connect, Qobuz, internet radio and LDAC Bluetooth – over Wi-Fi or LAN. 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If you already own a high-quality preamp, simply use the SDA-1 with a fixed level as a pure DAC. If you want to stream from day one, go straight for the SDA-1 NPM with its built-in network module – adding the module to the base SDA-1 later is possible, but it's the detour. And if you listen exclusively to vinyl, you don't need it: the SDA-1 is the digital hub, not the analogue one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I turn the SDA-1 into a network player?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The optional NPM-2 module turns the SDA-1 into a Roon Ready streamer with Tidal and Spotify Connect, Qobuz, internet radio and LDAC Bluetooth – over Wi-Fi or LAN. 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If you want to run it as a pure source into an existing preamp, simply set the output to a fixed level.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I upgrade the SDA-1 to a network player later?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The optional NPM-2 module makes it Roon Ready and brings Tidal and Spotify Connect, Qobuz, internet radio and LDAC Bluetooth over Wi-Fi or LAN. If you want to stream from the start, go straight for the SDA-1 NPM with the module built in at the factory. Without the module, the SDA-1 plays over USB, optical, coaxial and the analogue input.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich formats does the SDA-1 play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOver USB it handles PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz, DSD up to DSD256 and MQA. The optical and coaxial inputs accept PCM up to 24-bit\/192 kHz. Seven selectable PCM filters and four DSD filters let you fine-tune the sound to your taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the headphone amplifier drive demanding headphones too?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The balanced output delivers up to 3 W at 33 Ω, and still 850 mW at 300 Ω – enough for the vast majority of hi-fi headphones, including many planar magnetics. Output impedance is a low 1 Ω, and each output has its own discrete MOSFET amplifier with analogue volume control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finishes is the SDA-1 available in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Black, White and Walnut (real wood veneer), each with a high-gloss lid, and on request in an individual custom colour finish. That way it matches your other components or your living space. Gato produces the custom colour finish to order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Gato Audio SDA-1 at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause a DAC in this class only really comes into its own in the right setup – fixed or variable, a matching power amplifier or active speakers, the right headphones. 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One unit, three jobs: DAC, headphone amplifier and preamplifier in a single chassis. And if you want to stream later, you can add the optional NPM-2 module. Supplied as a single unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Gato Audio SDA-1?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause it takes conversion seriously while still staying flexible. At its heart is the ESS9038PRO – the same Sabre chip found in the most expensive DACs and CD players. Gato pairs it with a highly precise femto clock, seven low-noise voltage regulators and separate power supplies for the analogue and digital sections, so logic and music don't get in each other's way. The output is fully balanced and built with discrete circuitry, with volume controlled in the analogue domain – either fixed (as a pure source) or variable, in which case the SDA-1 drives a power amplifier directly, with no separate preamp needed. Seven PCM filters and an analogue input for a phono stage or another analogue source round off the picture. Designed and built in Copenhagen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat you'll hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA wealth of detail without harshness – the signature of a well-executed Sabre DAC. The SDA-1 resolves finely, keeps the background quiet (117 dB signal-to-noise ratio, 0.002 % distortion) and stays musical rather than analytical. Through headphones it gets intimate: the balanced output delivers up to 3 W at 33 Ω, driving even demanding over-ears with ease, while the unbalanced 6.3 mm output covers everyday listening. Whether through your system or straight to your ears, the soundstage stays clean and voices remain tangible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is the SDA-1 for – and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStraight talk: the SDA-1 is for anyone who wants a first-class digital source and also listens seriously through headphones – and who'd like the preamp taken care of as well. If you already own a high-quality preamp, simply use the SDA-1 with a fixed level as a pure DAC. If you want to stream from day one, go straight for the SDA-1 NPM with its built-in network module – adding the module to the base SDA-1 later is possible, but it's the detour. And if you listen exclusively to vinyl, you don't need it: the SDA-1 is the digital hub, not the analogue one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I turn the SDA-1 into a network player?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The optional NPM-2 module turns the SDA-1 into a Roon Ready streamer with Tidal and Spotify Connect, Qobuz, internet radio and LDAC Bluetooth – over Wi-Fi or LAN. 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The balanced output delivers up to 3 W at 33 Ω, and still 850 mW at 300 Ω – enough for the vast majority of hi-fi headphones, including many planar magnetics. Output impedance is a low 1 Ω, and each output has its own discrete MOSFET amplifier with analogue volume control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finishes is the SDA-1 available in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Black, White and Walnut (real wood veneer), each with a high-gloss lid, and on request in an individual custom colour finish. That way it matches your other components or your living space. Gato produces the custom colour finish to order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Gato Audio SDA-1 at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause a DAC in this class only really comes into its own in the right setup – fixed or variable, a matching power amplifier or active speakers, the right headphones. 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That makes it a complete digital hub: it streams from your network, converts to analogue via an ESS9038PRO Sabre chip and outputs to your system, directly to a power amplifier, or to headphones. Four jobs in one chassis: network player, DAC, headphone amplifier and preamplifier. Supplied as a single unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Gato Audio SDA-1 NPM?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause it brings streaming and conversion together at the same high level. The built-in NPM-2 module makes it Roon Ready and brings Tidal and Spotify Connect, Qobuz, internet radio and LDAC Bluetooth – over Wi-Fi or LAN, with no extra device needed. At the heart of the conversion is the ESS9038PRO, the same Sabre chip found in the most expensive DACs, paired with a highly precise femto clock, seven low-noise voltage regulators and separate power supplies for the analogue and digital sections. The output is fully balanced and built with discrete circuitry, with volume controlled in the analogue domain – either fixed (as a pure source) or variable, in which case the SDA-1 NPM drives a power amplifier directly, with no separate preamp needed. Designed and built in Copenhagen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat you'll hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA wealth of detail without harshness – the signature of a well-executed Sabre DAC, whether the music comes from the network, the USB input or the optical connection. The SDA-1 NPM resolves finely, keeps the background quiet (117 dB signal-to-noise ratio, 0.002 % distortion) and stays musical rather than analytical. Through headphones it gets intimate: the balanced output delivers up to 3 W at 33 Ω, driving even demanding over-ears with ease, while the unbalanced 6.3 mm output covers everyday listening. Whether through your system or straight to your ears, the soundstage stays clean and voices remain tangible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is the SDA-1 NPM for – and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStraight talk: the SDA-1 NPM is for anyone who wants to stream from day one and also wants a first-class digital source with a serious headphone output – with the preamp taken care of too. One unit that replaces the network player, the DAC and the preamp. If you're certain you'll never stream and already own a high-quality preamp, the cheaper base SDA-1 is enough. And if you listen exclusively to vinyl, you don't need it: the SDA-1 NPM is the digital hub, not the analogue one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich streaming services does the SDA-1 NPM support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's Roon Ready and plays Tidal and Spotify Connect, Qobuz and internet radio; via Bluetooth with LDAC, your phone joins in at high quality too. The connection runs over Wi-Fi or wired LAN. We're happy to discuss with you which platform best suits your library.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA versatile Danish Sabre streamer that combines a network player, reference DAC, headphone seriousness and preamp convenience in a very quiet chassis. Want to know whether the SDA-1 NPM fits your chain? 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The base SDA-1 only plays over USB, optical, coaxial and the analogue input, and can be upgraded later. If you want to stream from the start, the NPM is cheaper and simpler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich streaming services and formats does it support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's Roon Ready and brings Tidal and Spotify Connect, Qobuz, internet radio and LDAC Bluetooth over Wi-Fi or LAN. Over USB it handles PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz, DSD up to DSD256 and MQA; the optical and coaxial inputs accept PCM up to 24-bit\/192 kHz. Seven selectable PCM filters and four DSD filters fine-tune the sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a separate preamplifier for the SDA-1 NPM?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It has a fully balanced, analogue-controlled volume and, with variable output, can drive a power amplifier directly – the preamplifier is built in. If you want to run it as a pure source into an existing preamp, simply set the output to a fixed level.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the headphone amplifier drive demanding headphones too?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The balanced output delivers up to 3 W at 33 Ω, and still 850 mW at 300 Ω – enough for the vast majority of hi-fi headphones, including many planar magnetics. Output impedance is a low 1 Ω, and each output has its own discrete MOSFET amplifier with analogue volume control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finishes is the SDA-1 NPM available in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Black, White and Walnut (real wood veneer), each with a high-gloss lid, and on request in an individual custom colour finish. That way it matches your other components or your living space. Gato produces the custom colour finish to order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Gato Audio SDA-1 NPM at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause a streaming DAC in this class only really comes into its own in the right setup – properly integrated into your network, configured fixed or variable, with a matching power amplifier or active speakers and the right headphones. 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That makes it a complete digital hub: it streams from your network, converts to analogue via an ESS9038PRO Sabre chip and outputs to your system, directly to a power amplifier, or to headphones. Four jobs in one chassis: network player, DAC, headphone amplifier and preamplifier. Supplied as a single unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Gato Audio SDA-1 NPM?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause it brings streaming and conversion together at the same high level. The built-in NPM-2 module makes it Roon Ready and brings Tidal and Spotify Connect, Qobuz, internet radio and LDAC Bluetooth – over Wi-Fi or LAN, with no extra device needed. At the heart of the conversion is the ESS9038PRO, the same Sabre chip found in the most expensive DACs, paired with a highly precise femto clock, seven low-noise voltage regulators and separate power supplies for the analogue and digital sections. The output is fully balanced and built with discrete circuitry, with volume controlled in the analogue domain – either fixed (as a pure source) or variable, in which case the SDA-1 NPM drives a power amplifier directly, with no separate preamp needed. Designed and built in Copenhagen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat you'll hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA wealth of detail without harshness – the signature of a well-executed Sabre DAC, whether the music comes from the network, the USB input or the optical connection. The SDA-1 NPM resolves finely, keeps the background quiet (117 dB signal-to-noise ratio, 0.002 % distortion) and stays musical rather than analytical. Through headphones it gets intimate: the balanced output delivers up to 3 W at 33 Ω, driving even demanding over-ears with ease, while the unbalanced 6.3 mm output covers everyday listening. Whether through your system or straight to your ears, the soundstage stays clean and voices remain tangible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is the SDA-1 NPM for – and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStraight talk: the SDA-1 NPM is for anyone who wants to stream from day one and also wants a first-class digital source with a serious headphone output – with the preamp taken care of too. One unit that replaces the network player, the DAC and the preamp. If you're certain you'll never stream and already own a high-quality preamp, the cheaper base SDA-1 is enough. And if you listen exclusively to vinyl, you don't need it: the SDA-1 NPM is the digital hub, not the analogue one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich streaming services does the SDA-1 NPM support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's Roon Ready and plays Tidal and Spotify Connect, Qobuz and internet radio; via Bluetooth with LDAC, your phone joins in at high quality too. The connection runs over Wi-Fi or wired LAN. 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Tell us which sources, headphones and power amplifiers you're running – we at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil will advise you on configuration (fixed or variable, filter choice, network setup) and set it up properly during installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data – Gato Audio SDA-1 NPM\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e D\/A converter with network player, headphone amplifier \u0026amp; preamplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStreaming:\u003c\/strong\u003e NPM-2 module (factory-fitted) – Roon Ready, Tidal\/Spotify Connect, Qobuz, internet radio, LDAC Bluetooth, Wi-Fi\/LAN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDAC chip:\u003c\/strong\u003e ESS9038PRO (SABRE), femto clock, 7 low-noise voltage regulators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupported formats:\u003c\/strong\u003e PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz, DSD up to DSD256, MQA (USB); optical\/coaxial up to 24-bit\/192 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput level (0 dB, digital source):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.2 V unbalanced \/ 4.4 V balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax. output level (analogue source):\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 V unbalanced \/ 11 V balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLine output:\u003c\/strong\u003e fixed or variable (variable drives a power amplifier directly)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 Hz – 20 kHz (−0.3 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal harmonic distortion (THD+N):\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.002 %\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e 117 dB (A-weighted)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigital filters:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 selectable PCM oversampling filters, 4 DSD IIR filters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput gain:\u003c\/strong\u003e −10 to +10 dB per input, in 0.5 dB steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigital inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1× USB-B, 2× optical (Toslink), 2× coaxial (S\/PDIF, gold-plated RCA), 1× network (RJ45) for streaming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnalogue input:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1× RCA pair (line, gold-plated), max. 8 V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnalogue outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1× RCA pair + 1× XLR pair (Neutrik), gold-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.3 mm jack (unbalanced) + 4-pin XLR (balanced), each with volume control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone output impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone power (unbalanced):\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 W @ 33 Ω, 600 mW @ 50 Ω, 420 mW @ 100 Ω, 200 mW @ 300 Ω, 120 mW @ 600 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone power (balanced):\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 W @ 33 Ω, 2.8 W @ 50 Ω, 1.9 W @ 100 Ω, 850 mW @ 300 Ω, 460 mW @ 600 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrigger:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 V in + out (mini-jack)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRemote control:\u003c\/strong\u003e RC-7 (infrared)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e 115\/230 VAC, 50\/60 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e standby \u0026lt; 1 W, idle 30 W, max. 60 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W×H×D):\u003c\/strong\u003e 32.5 × 10.5 × 39.6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e White High Gloss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e designed and built in Copenhagen, Denmark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScope of delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e SDA-1 NPM, power cable, RC-7 remote control, CR2032 battery, manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between the SDA-1 NPM and the standard SDA-1?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SDA-1 NPM has the NPM-2 network streaming module already built in at the factory – so it's a fully-fledged network player. The base SDA-1 only plays over USB, optical, coaxial and the analogue input, and can be upgraded later. If you want to stream from the start, the NPM is cheaper and simpler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich streaming services and formats does it support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's Roon Ready and brings Tidal and Spotify Connect, Qobuz, internet radio and LDAC Bluetooth over Wi-Fi or LAN. Over USB it handles PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz, DSD up to DSD256 and MQA; the optical and coaxial inputs accept PCM up to 24-bit\/192 kHz. Seven selectable PCM filters and four DSD filters fine-tune the sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a separate preamplifier for the SDA-1 NPM?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It has a fully balanced, analogue-controlled volume and, with variable output, can drive a power amplifier directly – the preamplifier is built in. If you want to run it as a pure source into an existing preamp, simply set the output to a fixed level.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the headphone amplifier drive demanding headphones too?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The balanced output delivers up to 3 W at 33 Ω, and still 850 mW at 300 Ω – enough for the vast majority of hi-fi headphones, including many planar magnetics. Output impedance is a low 1 Ω, and each output has its own discrete MOSFET amplifier with analogue volume control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finishes is the SDA-1 NPM available in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Black, White and Walnut (real wood veneer), each with a high-gloss lid, and on request in an individual custom colour finish. That way it matches your other components or your living space. Gato produces the custom colour finish to order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Gato Audio SDA-1 NPM at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause a streaming DAC in this class only really comes into its own in the right setup – properly integrated into your network, configured fixed or variable, with a matching power amplifier or active speakers and the right headphones. 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That turns it into a complete digital hub: it streams from your network, converts to analog via an ESS9038PRO Sabre chip, and feeds your system, a power amp directly, or your headphones. Four jobs in one chassis: network player, DAC, headphone amplifier and preamp. Supplied as a single unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Gato Audio SDA-1 NPM?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause it brings streaming and conversion together at the same high level. The built-in NPM-2 module makes it Roon Ready and adds Tidal and Spotify Connect, Qobuz, internet radio and LDAC Bluetooth – over Wi-Fi or LAN, with no extra box needed. At the heart of the conversion sits the ESS9038PRO, the same Sabre chip found in the most expensive DACs, flanked by a highly precise femto clock, seven low-noise voltage regulators and separate power supplies for the analog and digital sections. The output is fully balanced and discrete, with the volume controlled in the analog domain – either fixed (as a pure source) or variable, in which case the SDA-1 NPM drives a power amp directly, with no separate preamp needed. Designed and built in Copenhagen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat you'll hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRich detail without harshness – the signature of a well-implemented Sabre DAC, whether the music comes from the network, the USB input or the optical connection. The SDA-1 NPM resolves finely, keeps the background quiet (117 dB signal-to-noise ratio, 0.002% distortion), and stays musical rather than analytical. Things get intimate on headphones: the balanced output delivers up to 3 W into 33 Ω, handling even demanding over-ears, while the unbalanced 6.3 mm output covers everyday use. Whether through your system or straight to your ears, the soundstage stays clean and voices stay tangible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is the SDA-1 NPM for – and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlainly put: the SDA-1 NPM is for anyone who wants to stream from day one while also getting a first-class digital source with a serious headphone output – with the preamp taken care of too. One device that replaces the network player, the DAC and the preamp. If you'll definitely never stream and already own a high-quality preamp, the cheaper base SDA-1 will do. And if you listen exclusively to vinyl, you don't need it: the SDA-1 NPM is the digital hub, not the analog one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich streaming services does the SDA-1 NPM support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's Roon Ready and plays Tidal and Spotify Connect, Qobuz and internet radio; via Bluetooth with LDAC, your phone joins in at high quality too. The connection runs over Wi-Fi or wired LAN. 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The base SDA-1 only plays via USB, optical, coaxial and the analog input, and can be upgraded later. If you want to stream from day one, the NPM works out cheaper and simpler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich streaming services and formats does it support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's Roon Ready and brings Tidal and Spotify Connect, Qobuz, internet radio and LDAC Bluetooth over Wi-Fi or LAN. Via USB it handles PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz, DSD up to DSD256 and MQA; the optical and coaxial inputs accept PCM up to 24-bit\/192 kHz. Seven selectable PCM filters and four DSD filters fine-tune the sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a separate preamp for the SDA-1 NPM?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It has a fully balanced, analog volume control and can drive a power amp directly with its variable output – the preamp is built in. If you want to run it as a pure source into an existing preamp, just set the output to a fixed level.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan the headphone amplifier drive demanding headphones too?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The balanced output delivers up to 3 W into 33 Ω, and still 850 mW into 300 Ω – enough for the vast majority of hi-fi headphones, including many planar magnetics. The output impedance is a low 1 Ω, and each output has its own discrete MOSFET amplifier with analog volume control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finishes is the SDA-1 NPM available in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Black, White and Walnut (real wood veneer), each with a high-gloss lid, plus a custom paint finish (Wunschfarbe) on request – so it fits your other components or your living space. 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That turns it into a complete digital hub: it streams from your network, converts to analog via an ESS9038PRO Sabre chip, and feeds your system, a power amp directly, or your headphones. Four jobs in one chassis: network player, DAC, headphone amplifier and preamp. Supplied as a single unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Gato Audio SDA-1 NPM?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause it brings streaming and conversion together at the same high level. The built-in NPM-2 module makes it Roon Ready and adds Tidal and Spotify Connect, Qobuz, internet radio and LDAC Bluetooth – over Wi-Fi or LAN, with no extra box needed. At the heart of the conversion sits the ESS9038PRO, the same Sabre chip found in the most expensive DACs, flanked by a highly precise femto clock, seven low-noise voltage regulators and separate power supplies for the analog and digital sections. The output is fully balanced and discrete, with the volume controlled in the analog domain – either fixed (as a pure source) or variable, in which case the SDA-1 NPM drives a power amp directly, with no separate preamp needed. Designed and built in Copenhagen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat you'll hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRich detail without harshness – the signature of a well-implemented Sabre DAC, whether the music comes from the network, the USB input or the optical connection. The SDA-1 NPM resolves finely, keeps the background quiet (117 dB signal-to-noise ratio, 0.002% distortion), and stays musical rather than analytical. Things get intimate on headphones: the balanced output delivers up to 3 W into 33 Ω, handling even demanding over-ears, while the unbalanced 6.3 mm output covers everyday use. Whether through your system or straight to your ears, the soundstage stays clean and voices stay tangible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is the SDA-1 NPM for – and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlainly put: the SDA-1 NPM is for anyone who wants to stream from day one while also getting a first-class digital source with a serious headphone output – with the preamp taken care of too. One device that replaces the network player, the DAC and the preamp. If you'll definitely never stream and already own a high-quality preamp, the cheaper base SDA-1 will do. And if you listen exclusively to vinyl, you don't need it: the SDA-1 NPM is the digital hub, not the analog one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich streaming services does the SDA-1 NPM support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's Roon Ready and plays Tidal and Spotify Connect, Qobuz and internet radio; via Bluetooth with LDAC, your phone joins in at high quality too. The connection runs over Wi-Fi or wired LAN. 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Tell us which sources, headphones and power amps you're running – we at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil will advise you on configuration (fixed or variable, filter choice, network setup) and set it up properly during installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data – Gato Audio SDA-1 NPM\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e D\/A converter with network player, headphone amplifier \u0026amp; preamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreaming:\u003c\/strong\u003e NPM-2 module (factory-fitted) – Roon Ready, Tidal\/Spotify Connect, Qobuz, internet radio, LDAC Bluetooth, Wi-Fi\/LAN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC chip:\u003c\/strong\u003e ESS9038PRO (SABRE), femto clock, 7 low-noise voltage regulators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupported formats:\u003c\/strong\u003e PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz, DSD up to DSD256, MQA (USB); optical\/coaxial up to 24-bit\/192 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput level (0 dB, digital source):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.2 V unbalanced \/ 4.4 V balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax. output level (analog source):\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 V unbalanced \/ 11 V balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLine output:\u003c\/strong\u003e fixed or variable (variable drives a power amp directly)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 Hz – 20 kHz (−0.3 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal harmonic distortion (THD+N):\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.002%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e 117 dB (A-weighted)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital filters:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 selectable PCM oversampling filters, 4 DSD IIR filters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput gain:\u003c\/strong\u003e −10 to +10 dB per input, in 0.5 dB steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1× USB-B, 2× optical (Toslink), 2× coaxial (S\/PDIF, gold-plated RCA), 1× network (RJ45) for streaming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnalog input:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1× RCA pair (line, gold-plated), max. 8 V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnalog outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1× RCA pair + 1× XLR pair (Neutrik), gold-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.3 mm jack (unbalanced) + 4-pin XLR (balanced), each with volume control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone output impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone power (unbalanced):\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 W @ 33 Ω, 600 mW @ 50 Ω, 420 mW @ 100 Ω, 200 mW @ 300 Ω, 120 mW @ 600 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone power (balanced):\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 W @ 33 Ω, 2.8 W @ 50 Ω, 1.9 W @ 100 Ω, 850 mW @ 300 Ω, 460 mW @ 600 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrigger:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 V on + off (mini-jack)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemote control:\u003c\/strong\u003e RC-7 (infrared)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e 115\/230 VAC, 50\/60 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e standby \u0026lt; 1 W, idle 30 W, max. 60 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W×H×D):\u003c\/strong\u003e 32.5 × 10.5 × 39.6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Custom color (individual high-gloss paint finish)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e designed and built in Copenhagen, Denmark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included:\u003c\/strong\u003e SDA-1 NPM, power cable, RC-7 remote control, CR2032 battery, manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between the SDA-1 NPM and the standard SDA-1?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SDA-1 NPM already has the NPM-2 network streaming module built in from the factory – so it's a fully-fledged network player. 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(and who isn't it for)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor headphone listeners who occasionally also want to switch to compact bookshelf speakers. Let's be direct: with high-impedance studio headphones or inefficient speakers, the small output power hits its limits — for most audiophile headphones, it's more than enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA charming tube hybrid between headphone amplifier and mini integrated amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCircuit principle: tube amplifier, single-ended, Class A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput power: 2× 3 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTube complement: 2× 12AX7, 2× EL84\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 10 Hz – 50 kHz (-1.5 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTHD: 1% (1 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: 87 dB (A-weighted)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput sensitivity: 210 mV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput impedance: 100 kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadphone output: yes, 3.5 mm jack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeaker outputs: 4 Ω \/ 8 Ω via screw terminals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInputs: 1× RCA (stereo pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W×H×D): 175 × 123 × 190 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4.5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I also connect speakers to the LM-MINI 84IA?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, efficient bookshelf speakers can be driven directly via the front switch and the screw terminals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich headphone impedance suits it best?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeadphones with low to medium impedance and good efficiency are best suited — for very high-impedance studio headphones, it's worth checking with us first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow heavy is the LM-MINI 84IA?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4.5 kg — it fits comfortably on any desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need a break-in period?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, like any tube amplifier, the sound settles in over the first hours of operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the LM-MINI 84IA at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe advise you on which headphones and which compact speakers best suit this small tube amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find the right headphones in our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kopfhorer\"\u003eheadphone collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Line Magnetic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53543723172176,"sku":null,"price":890.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/line-magnetic-lm-mini-84ia-kopfhoererverstaerker-frontansicht.jpg?v=1788527632"}],"url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en-ch\/collections\/kopfhorerverstarker.oembed","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}