• K-03XD SACD/CD Player/DAC
      • K-03XD SACD/CD Player/DAC
      • K-03XD SACD/CD Player/DAC

      Esoteric

      Esoteric K-03XD SACD/CD Player/DAC

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        In Store Only! Esoteric’s own, in-house designed Master Sound Discrete DAC. Two innovative technologies, originally developed for their flagship Grandioso models. For Pricing & Availability, please call us at (702) 910-4913.

        Product description

        New Dual Mono D/A Converter

        The D/A converter section was created based on the latest platform used in the Grandioso K1, with the very finest premium materials and circuit technology added to take it to the highest level of sound quality. The AK4497 32-bit premium DAC device from Asahi Kasei Electronics is combined with a high-quality operational amplifier ( MUSES 02 in the K-01Xs and MUSES 8820 in the K-03Xs ). The K-01Xs has 8 circuits per channel while the K-03Xs has a 4-circuit parallel/differential circuit structure for powerful linearity with minimal distortion. The circuit patterns of the DAC’ s power section have been further improved, with independent left and right power transformers in the K-01Xs to achieve a clean and highly stable power supply. Both the digital and analogue circuits have more thorough isolation than previous models, achieving true-to-life playback with outstanding purity and superb sound stage depth.

        Wide Range of D/D Conversion According to Source

        In addition to the original Fs playback, this series has a function for up-conversion of PCM digital signals by 2 ×, 4 ×, 8 × or 16 × ( maximum 768kHz ). It also features a PCM > DSD conversion function using a proprietary algorithm. DSD is up-converted to 22.5MHz. The unit also features a DSD digital filter that can be turned on or off as desired. 

        Digital Inputs

        Three digital inputs ( USB, coaxial, and optical ) enable connection to a wide range of systems. Coaxial and optical inputs support DSD 2.8 MHz ( DoP ) input and PCM of up to 192 kHz/24-bit. USB Audio Interface Compatible with DSD22.5MHz, PCM768kHz/32bit and Asynchronous Transmission The unit is equipped with a USB port enabling connection to a computer. The driver and playback software ( Esoteric HR Audio Player ) can be downloaded from the Esoteric website. The unit supports asynchronous transmission and a high sampling playback of DSD22.5MHz and PCM768kHz/32bit, and even enables high-quality playback of studio master quality sources. In addition to conventional asynchronous transmission methods, it supports the new Bulk Pet method for an even wider range of tone selection.

        High-Precision VCXO Clock

        The clock circuit supplies a high-accuracy reference clock signal to the digital circuitry. The Grandioso Custom VCXO ( voltage-controlled crystal oscillator ) is a high-precision custom clock that utilizes a large crystal element to ensure exceptional sound quality with excellent center accuracy ( ±0.5ppm ) and extremely low levels of phase noise.

        Clock Sync Function for Synchronization with External Devices

        Connecting the K-01Xs ( K-03Xs ) to a high-precision master clock generator such as the G-01X or the G-02X allows synchronization of the unit's operation with an external clock signal, thereby enabling the quality of the system to be further upgraded. Synchronization with an external clock is also available when USB input is used.

        Output Modes

        The analogue audio output can be switched between ES-LINK Analog, RCA, and XLR. Hot 2 or Hot 3 XLR pin assignments can also be selected. Loss in audio quality is eliminated with a non-contact system by performing phase inversion in the digital domain.

        Support for Future System Upgrades

        RCA ( S/PDIF ) or XLR ( AES/EBU ) digital outputs are provided. These allow the player's performance to be upgraded by the addition of a top-end Esoteric D/A converter.

        *This circuit can be turned off when digital output is not in use.*

        Chassis Construction and Parts Layout

        The VRDS-NEO transport mechanism is positioned in the center of the unit, directly attached to the 5 mm-thick steel chassis bottom, and is supported at three points by Esoteric's proprietary pinpoint feet ( Patent No. 4075477 and 3778108 ) to effectively suppress vibration. The chassis interior features a double-deck construction. The audio boards are located on the upper layer of the chassis, being isolated from the power supply components on the lower layer, and the power supply wiring has been made as short as possible. The K-01Xs features four large toroidal transformers: one for each of the two built-in monaural D/A converters, one for the audio circuitry, and one for the VS-DD spindle servo driver. The K-03Xs is equipped with two large toroidal transformers: one for the analogue circuitry and the other for the digital/mechanism drive circuitry. This design provides ideal power supply capability to all circuit blocks without interference.

        Esoteric K-03XD User's Manual

        Specifications

        Playable Disc Types

        Super Audio CD, CD ( including CD-R & CD-RW )

        Analog Audio Outputs

         

        XLR/ESL-A

        1 pair ( L / R )

        Output Impedance

        114 Ω

        Maximum Output Level

        5.0 Vrms ( 1k Hz, 10k Ω loaded )

        RCA

        1 pair ( L / R )

        Output Impedance

        34 Ω

        Maximum Output Level

        2.5 Vrms ( 1k Hz, 10k Ω loaded )

        XLR

        1

        Output Impedance

        3 Vp-p ( 110 Ω loaded )

        Output Signal Formats

        Linear PCM ( AES / EBU ) 44.1k Hz, 16-bit( CD )

        RCA

        1

        Output Impedance

        0.5 Vp-p ( 75 Ω loaded )

        Output Signal Formats

        Linear PCM ( IEC 60958 ) 44.1k Hz, 16-bit( CD )

        Digital Audio Inputs

         

        RCA

        1

        Input Signal Formats

         

        Linear PCM

        32k to 192k Hz, 16 / 24-bit ( IEC 60958 )

        DSD

        2.8M Hz ( DoP )

        Optical

        1

        Input Signal Formats

         

        Linear PCM

        32k to 192k Hz, 16 / 24-bit ( IEC 60958 )

        DSD

        2.8M Hz ( DoP )

        USB B

        1 ( USB 2.0 supported )

        Input Signal Formats

         

        Linear PCM

        44.1k to 384k Hz, 16 / 24 / 32-bit ( IEC 60958 )

        DSD

        2.8M Hz, 5.6M Hz, 11.2M Hz, 22.5M Hz

        Clock Input

         

        BNC

        1

        Input Impedance

        50 Ω

        Frequencies Input

        10M Hz

        Input Level

        0.5 to 1.0 Vrms ( Sine wave )

        External Control Interface

         

        RS-232C

        Trigger

        1 x 3.5 mm Monaural mini jack

        General

         

        Power Supply Options

         

        Model for US/Canada

        AC 120 Volt, 60 Hz

        Power Consumption

        25 Watt

        External Dimensions 

        ( W ) 17 ⅝" × ( H ) 6 ½" × ( D ) 17 ¼"

        Weight

        61 ¾ lbs

        Included Accessories

        Power cord set × 1
        Remote control ( RC-1333 ) × 1
        AAA batteries × 2
        Felt pads × 3
        Owner's manual × 1
        Warranty card × 1

        Audio Performance:

         

        Frequency Response

        5 Hz to 70k Hz 

        Signal to Noise Ratio

        113 dB 

        Distortions

        0.0007%

        Shipping Weight & Dimensions: 85.5 lbs, 27" x 27" x 16"

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