Dec 2, 2024 · These specialized DACs can convert your music files into the Direct Stream Digital (DSD) format, offering an even higher level of detail and realism in sound reproduction. In this article, we will present the top 12 best DSD enabled DACs available in the market today.

Feb 11, 2025 · A Chord DAC is not the best example to show when it comes to DSD. Chord DACs convert all DSD to 768kHz PCM before handing the signal over to the D/A upsampling and conversion stage. There are only a few DACs which have a dedicated DSD conversion path and convert DSD without converting to PCM first.

Mar 23, 2023 · DirectStream MK2 is the work of PS Audio's digital audio guru, Ted Smith. Unlike conventional DACs that rely upon off-the-shelf DAC chips, the DirectStream MK2 is hand-written onto a pair of FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array).

The iDSD Valkyrie is for those demanding more than pure power or precision; it’s for those who seek the power to sculpt the feel and emotion of their music. Fusing sonic customisation with cutting-edge technology, the Valkyrie hides thunderous amounts of sonic control, with K2HD Technology, DSD Remastering, six additional digital filters, …

The latest generations of state-of-the-art DAC chips from Cirrus logic, Wolfson, and Ess have the built-in capability to natively support the DSD format. The first DACs to utilize this added capability are from companies whose prime focus has been the pro market: Mytek, Benchmark, and Lynx.

Mar 3, 2025 · From a tiny, affordable, and portable DAC that you can hook up to your cell phone or computer via USB or a USB adapter to a high-resolution DAC that will give you a much richer listening experience in your home, there's something for everybody.

Approximately three years ago, PS Audio launched its entry-level USB DAC, the NuWave, priced under $1,000. Supporting decoding specifications up to 24bit/192kHz, it features an XMOS asynchronous processing chip on the USB side, promoting the slogan “affordable for everyone”.

Mar 26, 2025 · The Diamond runs an AKM AK4493 DAC chip which converts PCM with a resolution of 32-bits and up to 768kHz, DSD is supported at up to four times or DSD256. Unusually this converter incorporates a low pass filter in the analogue output stage which SPL dub SLP 120 (Super Low Pass). The figure refers to the brand’s Voltair technology which ...

Jan 16, 2025 · The Stellar DAC can accept any digital source from PCM to single-and double-rate DSD, with sample rates up to 384 kHz and up to DSD256 native DSD (DSD direct is available via the I2S connection).

Mar 25, 2025 · The DAC also uses DSD Remastering to improve the resolution of DSD files while reducing distortion and increasing detail levels. How about supported formats? The iDSD Valkyrie offers hi-res support up to 32-bit/768kHz and DSD512 files, while aptX Lossless Bluetooth streaming means it should be capable of streaming CD quality losslessly (16-bit ...