Primare DM36 Digital-to-Analog Converter Module

The DM36 is a completely redesigned digital-to-analog converter (DAC) that features an advanced ESS ES9068A chipset, offering a resolution of up to PCM 384 and DSD 256. This upgrade significantly enhances overall performance compared to its predecessor, the DM35, delivering a sound that is richer in detail and more lifelike, with improved three-dimensionality and an expanded soundstage. The DM36 replaces the former DM35 DAC in our modular lineup, and the new model's name reflects the integration of this updated DAC module, as detailed below: I25 DAC DM36 I25 PRISMA DM36 I35 DAC DM36 I35 PRISMA DM36 PRE35 DAC DM36 PRE35 PRISMA DM36

HiFi Rose RD160 DAC

The RD160 elevates the digital sound experience to a whole new level. HiFi Rose's precise and innovative technologies come together in the RD160 to create a DAC that sets new standards in appearance, audio quality, and functionality. With the RD160, listeners can immerse themselves in a pure, noise-free sound reproduction that is truly captivating. Boasting new HiFi Rose technologies such as ROSE DPC™, ROSE NRA™, and ROSE CIM™, the RD160 maintains the perfect balance that fans of HiFi Rose have come to expect. This new DAC is a delight to experience, offering exceptional sound, groundbreaking innovation, user-friendly design, and aesthetic appeal. Key Features: Rose DPC™ module guarantees signal accuracy and precision thanks to its utilisation of an OCXO clock. Rose CIM™ architecture uses a two-chip solution for unrivalled noise reduction Rose NRA™ filter achieves a flat frequency response for a true-to-the-original sound performance Three reference-level linear power supply units independently drive different stage of the DAC 2 x Coax inputs, 1 x AES/EBU input, 1 x Optical input, 1 x I2S input, 1 x USB input, 1 x SPF input, 2 x External clock inputs. Intuitive user interface with IR remote control included

Primare SC15 MKII Prisma Preamplifier Network Player

The new SC15 Prisma MK2 enhances every performance parameter of the original. It is a full-featured network player and DAC with pre-amplification functionality, automatic and manual speaker EQ, WiSA high-resolution wireless speaker connection technology, advanced digital to analog conversion, and the Prisma bundle of control and connectivity technology. Key Features: Network Player and DAC preamp PCM Support up to 384khz Wireless Connectivity via AirPlay 2, Chromecast, Bluetooth, Roon Ready, Spotify Connect. Automatic room EQ through Prisma app.  

HiFi Rose RS250A Streaming DAC Preamplifier

The RS250A is a high-performance network streamer, DAC, and pre-amplifier with an output stage optimised for true audiophile performance. Thanks to the coveted Rose OS operating system, intuitive touch-screen control and its extensive list of features, the RS250A opens up a wide world of high-quality digital music.  Key Features: 8.8” wide multi-touch touchscreen  Support for digital audio playback up-to 32-bit / 768KHz (PCM) and DSD512 (Native DSD)  New ES9028 PRO DAC chip and 100MHz Femto oscillator  New HiFi Rose Discrete OPAMP-based output stage  Stream music from your network or attached devices through the built-in Rose OS MUSIC app  Airplay, Roon Ready and Spotify Connect streaming included  Integrated apps for Qobuz, Apple Music and Tidal services  MQA certified device (full decoding)  Bespoke Rose OS apps give access to video services, podcasts, and radio playback  Playback or rip CDs from external optical drives, connected by USB (drive not included)  Manually adjust output settings to suit the RS250A to your needs  Special linear power supply configuration minimises electrical noise  HDMI output for 4K video output to a connected TV (via Tidal, Rose Tube or Video apps)  Wi-Fi, ethernet and Bluetooth 4.0 (AD2DP SINK, AVRCP v1.3) connectivity  Bluetooth remote control included, and free "Rose One" control apps available

ATC CDA2 CD Player DAC Preamplifier

Please Note: This item cannot be ordered online. If you are interested, please click on the 'Enquire' button above. Combining very high performance and versatility, the CDA2 combines a CD player, pre-amplifier and high-resolution DAC within a compact and elegant chassis.  Acting as the source or combined with a streamer and/or external phono stage, it can partner with active speakers to form an exceptional system with minimal ‘box-count’. Alternatively, the CDA2 can combine with a power amplifier such as the ATC P2 to drive passive loudspeakers with stunning results.  Key Features: All-discrete class-A pre-amplifier with balanced and unbalanced outputs. Two analogue inputs via RCA/phono and one via 3.5mm mini-jack. High performance CD Player. Premium AKM 32-bit DAC. USB digital input supporting up to 384kHz PCM data and native DSD256.* Headphone amp featuring discrete output stage. Roon Tested Certification Handmade in England. 6 year warranty.** *DSD256 support via PC only (up to DSD128 via Mac).** TWO years on CD mechanism.

Chord Electronics Mojo 2 4.4 Portable DAC Headphone Amplifier

Product of the year - What HiFi Awards 2025 The latest revision of the British-engineered Chord Mojo 2 brings significant upgrades focused on connectivity and user experience. A crucial change sees one of the original 3.5 mm outputs replaced by a 4.4 mm Pentaconn socket. This key improvement greatly expands compatibility with a wider range of high-performance headphones, while still retaining a convenient 3.5 mm connection for standard use. For added convenience, both the 3.5 mm and 4.4 mm outputs now feature independent volume memory. This allows users to precisely set and recall optimal output levels for different pairs of headphones. Responding directly to customer feedback, Chord Electronics has further upgraded the device with switchable USB-C charging. This simplifies the charging operation, as the existing USB-C input is now enabled for both data and charging. Key Features: New 4.4 mm Pentaconn Headphone Output: Unlock the full potential of a far wider range of high-performance headphones. Simplified USB-C Charging: The existing USB-C port now handles both data and charging, streamlining your power operation. 3.5 mm and 4.4 mm outputs now feature independent volume/DSP memory for perfect level-setting, no matter which port you use. Unrivalled digital audio processing; powerful 'FPGA' technology: more resolution, power and efficiency Fully transparent 'Ultra HD' digital signal processing EQ, tailoring the sound to you Take Mojo 2 wireless when adding the Poly streamer/server (1 TB+) Improved battery over the original Mojo: FPGA-controlled management plus improved capacity New menu function 'UHD' DSP: advanced EQ adjustment for headphones, file formats and personal taste Improved WTA filtering: 40 DSP cores for better transparency and lower noise

Esoteric N-05XD Network DAC Preamplifier

Starting new audio style with network, with the Master Sound Discrete DAC that invites you to a new digital audio world, an attenuator system that maximizes potential of your speakers and power amplifier, digital and analog inputs, and preamplifier that settles in the middle of the system. Accommodating a linear-power driven network circuit that employed on the N-01XD, expressing more musical detail on network sources with natural power supply regulated by dedicated power transformers, supporting various Internet streaming services.

Graham Slee Majestic DAC

Graham Slee has put every bit of his famous analogue audio technology into this DAC to make your music sound natural - not digital. That is what real high fidelity is all about. Hand made by true craftsmen in our Yorkshire workshops, the beautifully compact Majestic pre DAC is perfectly engineered to sit unobtrusively in your home and deliver great music on demand. What really sets the Majestic apart from similar pre-DACs is the lack of harshness in its sound. This is what makes it sound so naturally musical: Its digital chipset is run 2dB below full-scale to prevent the harsh sound of "clipping"; and its analogue filters work differently to other DACs.

Graham Slee Bitzie USB DAC

The palm size "bus-powered" Bitzie hi-fi USB DAC will easily match the sound of much bigger DACs. It will drive a power amplifier, active loudspeakers, and as a hi-fi USB headphone amp — headphones. And at the same time it will convert USB to transformer-driven coax or optical S/PDIF and send to other devices — it's a hi-fi USB to optical converter and a hi-fi USB to coax converter. And now with its optional "power wire" (available separately), it can grab its power from other 5V sources including Virgin Atlantic USB "in-seat power" or a phone charger, as well as being made to sound even better.

Esoteric Grandioso D1X D/A Converter

The Greek god Atlas held the skies on his shoulders as he stood at the center of the heavens. This peerless new Esoteric system has been designed from the ground up to showcase two unique innovations; a completely new VRDS-ATLAS transport. This unparalleled flagship product, the latest to carry the 'Grandioso' name, now stands at the centre of future exaltation in the audio experience

Bryston BDA-3.14 External DAC/Streamer

Please Note: This item cannot be ordered online. If you are interested, please click on the 'Enquire' button above. Since Bryston began developing products for digital playback enthusiasts, one thing has been constant - separate components for streaming and D to A. That changes with their new BDA-3.14. Bryston have merged their BDP and BDA platforms into this one new product that starts with the BDA-3 and adds a high quality streamer internally connected with I²S - the most accurate digital interconnection method currently available. Additionally, 10 other inputs are available to make the BDA-3.14 your high resolution digital hub.

Chord Electronics Qutest DAC

Qutest is Chord's ‘pure’ DAC (it does not contain headphone amplification or rechargeable batteries like some of its range stablemates) and is designed to improve sound quality in the home. It is the latest evolution of their most affordable standalone DAC, the multi-award-winning 2Qute, which it directly replaces.

Chord Electronics 2yu Digital Interface

2yu is an advanced designed-for-2go digital interface enabling 2go as a fully-fledged standalone streamer, ready to be used with external DACs and devices, including the 768-kHz upscaling Hugo M Scaler. 2yu connects directly to 2go to add TOSLINK optical S/PDIF, coaxial and BNC (both 75 ohms) digital outputs, plus a cleverly integrated USB-A output.

Leema Acoustics Elements DAC

Digital to analogue conversion is a discipline that, on the face of it, looks to be a simple number crunching exercise. Yet, as in all things audio, the devil is in the detail. Chief among the gremlins is time, which if not precisely regulated, causes temporal distortion (jitter) in the digital signal and ultimately manifests itself as actual noise and distortion in the resulting musical signal.

Leema Acoustics Libra DAC

Decades of experience in digital audio for professional studios worldwide, crystallises in the fabulous new Leema Libra DAC. Digital audio never sounded so good.Includes preamplifier built-in.

Bryston BDA-3 External DAC

Please Note: This item cannot be ordered online. If you are interested, please click on the 'Enquire' button above. Audiophiles often seek 'giant killer' components. The BDA-3 is one of these rare specimens. An extraordinarily well engineered DAC, the BDA-3 is compatible with virtually any digital source component and features measured performance that is very near the theoretical limit of the digital audio streams it can decode. Such a well executed DAC can resolve the finest details in your digital recording with aplomb. Besides it's superb measured performance, it's a total joy to use and listen to. It is operationally easy to understand and sounds better than anyone could expect. Regardless of your digital audio budget, this should be on your short list.

Chord Electronics HUGO TT 2 DAC/Preamp/Headphone Amplifier

Please Note: This item cannot be ordered online. If you are interested, please click on the 'Enquire' button above. Hugo TT 2 has been radically redesigned from the ground up, not only with beautiful new casework by Chief Designer, John Franks, but with 5x the processing power of the original Hugo TT and double that of the multi-award-winning Hugo 2. Hugo TT 2 distils over 20 years of digital development by Rob Watts and takes advantage of the very latest technology.

Chord Electronics Hugo 2 Portable DAC/Headphone Amplifier

Hugo 2 can be used both at home and on-the-go, either with headphones or within a conventional audio system. Its line-level output and full-function remote control adds real flexibility in full-size and desktop systems. The device offers four digital inputs (optical, coaxial and HD USB) plus extended-range Bluetooth, with high-resolution file playback up to 768kHz and up to DSD512 (Octa DSD), via its HD USB input. Analogue outputs include 2x RCA, plus 3.5mm and 6.35mm headphone outputs.

Sugden Masterclass DAC-4 24/96 Converter

This item cannot be ordered online. If you are interested please click on the Ask a Question button below.   The DAC-4 offers a well judged alternative to the plethora of other DAC's available in the current market. With sound quality top of the list, Sugden watchword 'Rescuing music from technology' could not be more appropriate.

Chord Electronics Dave DAC/Preamp/Headphone Amplifier

Please Note: This item cannot be ordered online. If you are interested, please click on the 'Enquire' button above. DAVE is the most advanced DAC Chord have ever made. It features the very best conversion technology available, using proprietary techniques never seen before, making DAVE the most advanced DAC/preamp amplifier in the world. DAVE stands for 'Digital to Analogue Veritas in Extremis', a moniker that best reflects the product's capability; a device so advanced and with so few compromises, that it is absolutely truthful in the extreme - a standard that all other DACs on the market simply cannot hope to match.