Esoteric D-02X
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Esoteric D-02X 36bit Dual Mono D/A Converter
Featuring a total redesign of all its circuit components, the new D-02X compresses the monoblock design concept of Esoteric’s premier Grandioso D1 into a single-unit dual mono D/A converter without compromise. Retaining the D-02’s original configuration of four independent toroidal power supply circuits (for the digital circuitry, clock circuit, and left and right channel analog circuits), all components and patterns in each circuit have been significantly upgraded.
Product Description
0% – 3 Year Financing Available!!
Esoteric D-02X 36bit Dual Mono D/A Converter
Featuring a total redesign of all its circuit components, the new D-02X compresses the monoblock design concept of Esoteric’s premier Grandioso D1 into a single-unit dual mono D/A converter without compromise. Retaining the D-02’s original configuration of four independent toroidal power supply circuits (for the digital circuitry, clock circuit, and left and right channel analog circuits), all components and patterns in each circuit have been significantly upgraded.
Notably, the D/A circuitry that lies at the heart of this advanced unit now boasts 16 differential circuits per channel (32 outputs), double that of its earlier configuration, while maintaining the same grand sense of scale as the D1. Other features include new ES-LINK4 signal inputs, 36-bit D/A processing and the same Esoteric HCLD line buffer technology that has won accolades for the Grandioso C1 preamplifier. Extensive efforts have also been made to provide support for high-resolution playback, including the 11.2MHz DSD file format, for ever more penetrating musical playback capability.
The Features
36-Bit Resolution Accentuates the Most Delicate Sound Textures
The D-02X uses 32 (16 + 16) DAC circuits to achieve its low-noise and phenomenal linearity. Its AK4490 chipsets are produced by Asahi Kasei Microdevices. In addition to directly processing DSD signals, a new 36-bit D/A processing algorithm performs analog conversion of the PCM signal at 36-bit resolution for smooth, delicately detailed high-resolution sound quality.
ESOTERIC-HCLD*: Esoteric’s Exclusive Output Buffer Delivers Powerful Direct Current Transmission
High-speed current transmission capacity is the most important factor in an analog output circuit’s ability to transmit the wide dynamic range of a musical signal without loss. Extensive resources invested in the D-02X’s output buffer amplifier circuitry greatly extend the limits of its performance as a line driver. Featuring high current output capacity, its high-performance elements boast an exceptionally high slew rate of 2,000V/μs as an indicator of its remarkable response speed. The D-02X’s top-tier buffer circuit configuration features four RCA output circuits and two circuits each for the XLR outputs’ hot and cold terminals. By maximizing its capacity to deliver instantaneous current output, the D-02X reproduces the full dynamics of music with breathtaking realism.
Wide-Range D/D Conversion Compatible With Many Sources
In addition to playback at a source’s original sampling frequency, the D-02X also features PCM up-conversion capability (2x, 4x, 8x) and PCM-to-DSD conversion that uses a proprietary algorithm to convert the PCM signal to fixed 11.2MHz DSD, enabling significantly smoother musical reproduction.
Digital Inputs Support High Sampling Rates
The D-02X’s coaxial and optical inputs support PCM signals up to 24-bit/192kHz and 2.8MHz DSD (DoP). Two XLR inputs support 48-bit/192kHz (ES-LINK3), 24-bit/384kHz (Dual AES 8Fs) and 5.6MHz DSD (DoP Dual XLR mode).
USB Input Compatible with PCM, DSD, and Asynchronous Transmission
The D-02X also features a USB input that supports asynchronous transmission, PCM rates up to 32-bit/384kHz, and 2.8/5.6/11.2MHz native DSD. Utilizing Esoteric’s proprietary PC driver software in combination with its free HR Audio Player, the D-02X provides high-resolution playback of even studio master-quality source files.
Changeable XLR Output Pin Assignment
As phase can be digitally inverted in a contactless system, either Hot 2 or Hot 3 can be selected with no deterioration in sound quality.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Analog Audio Outputs | Terminals | XLR | x2 (L:1/R:1) | ||||||||||||
| RCA | x2 (L:1/R:1) | ||||||||||||||
| Output Impedance | XLR | 140Ω | |||||||||||||
| RCA | 60Ω | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Output Level (1kHz, full-scale, into 10kΩ) | XLR | 5.0Vrms | |||||||||||||
| RCA | 2.5Vrms | ||||||||||||||
| Frequency Response (192kHz PCM signal input) | 5Hz – 65kHz (-3dB) | ||||||||||||||
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N) | 121dB (DSD 5.6MHz, 1kHz) | ||||||||||||||
| Total Harmonic Distortion | 0.0007% (1kHz) | ||||||||||||||
| Digital Audio Inputs | ES-LINK Terminals | x2 (L:1/R:1) | |||||||||||||
| Input Signal Format | 352.8kHz/384kHz, 48-bit Linear PCM (ES-LINK4 format) | ||||||||||||||
| DSD (ES-LINK4 format) | |||||||||||||||
| XLR Terminals | x2 | ||||||||||||||
| Input Level | 5.0Vp-p | ||||||||||||||
| Input Impedance | 110Ω | ||||||||||||||
| Dual Connection Input Signal Format | 32 – 384kHz, 16 – 24-bit Linear PCM (DUAL AES format) | ||||||||||||||
| 32 – 192kHz, 48-bit Linear PCM (ES-LINK3 format) | |||||||||||||||
| DSD (ES-LINK1, ES-LINK2 format) | |||||||||||||||
| Single Connection Input Signal Format | 32 – 192kHz, 16 – 24-bit Linear PCM (AES/EBU format) | ||||||||||||||
| DSD (ES-LINK1, ES-LINK2 format) | |||||||||||||||
| RCA Terminals | x2 | ||||||||||||||
| Input Level | 0.5Vp-p | ||||||||||||||
| Input Impedance | 75Ω | ||||||||||||||
| Input Signal Format | 32 – 192kHz, 16 – 24-bit Linear PCM (IEC60958 format) | ||||||||||||||
| Optical Digital Terminal | x1 | ||||||||||||||
| Input Level | -24.0 – -14.5dBm peak | ||||||||||||||
| Input Signal Format | 32 – 192kHz, 16 – 24-bit Linear PCM (IEC60958 format) | ||||||||||||||
| USB Port (B Connector) | x1 | ||||||||||||||
| Input Signal Format | 44.1 – 384kHz, 16 – 32-bit, Linear PCM | ||||||||||||||
| 2.8MHz, 5.6MHz, 11.2MHz DSD | |||||||||||||||
| Clock Output | Terminal | BNC x1 | |||||||||||||
| Output Level | Equal to TTL level (into 75Ω load) | ||||||||||||||
| Output Frequency | 44.1kHz, 88.2kHz, 176.4kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz, 192kHz, 22.5792MHz, 24.576MHz Same frequency as input (when output set to thru) | ||||||||||||||
| Output Frequency Precision | ±0.5 ppm (when shipped new) | ||||||||||||||
| Clock Inputs | Terminal | BNC x2 (WORD IN, 10MHz IN) | |||||||||||||
| Input Impedance | CLOCK IN | 75Ω | |||||||||||||
| 10MHz IN | 50Ω | ||||||||||||||
| Input Frequency Compatibility | CLOCK IN | 44.1kHz, 88.2kHz, 176.4kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz, 192kHz 22.5792MHz, 24.576MHz (±10 ppm) | |||||||||||||
| 10MHz IN | 10MHz (±10ppm) | ||||||||||||||
| Input Level | CLOCK IN | Equal to TTL level | |||||||||||||
| 10MHz IN | Sine wave: 0.5 – 1.0Vrms | ||||||||||||||
| General | AC Power Supply | 230V, 50Hz; 120V, 60Hz; 220V, 60Hz | |||||||||||||
| Power Consumption | 24W | ||||||||||||||
| External Dimensions (W x H x D, including protrusions) | 445mm x 162mm x 437mm (17 5/8″ x 6 1/2″ x 17 1/4″) | ||||||||||||||
| Weight | 27kg (59 5/8 lb) | ||||||||||||||
| Included Accessories | HDMI cable x 2 Power cord set x 1 Felt pads x 4 Owner’s manual x 1 Warranty card x 1 | ||||||||||||||
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SPECIFICATIONS
Esoteric D-02X 36 Bit Dual Mono D/A Converter
ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT
Terminals:
XLR x2 (L:1/R:1)
RCA x2 (L:1/R:1)
Output Impedance:
XLR = 140Ω
RCA = 60Ω
Maximum Output Level (1kHz, full-scale, into 10kΩ)
XLR = 5.0Vrms
RCA = 2.5Vrms
Frequency Response (192kHz PCM signal input) = 5Hz – 65kHz (-3dB)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N) = 121dB (DSD 5.6MHz, 1kHz)
Total Harmonic Distortion = 0.0007% (1kHz)
DIGITAL AUDIO INPUTS
ES-LINK Terminals x2 (L:1/R:1)
Input Signal Format =352.8kHz/384kHz, 48-bit
Linear PCM (ES-LINK4 format)
DSD (ES-LINK4 format)
XLR Terminals x2
Input Level = 5.0Vp-p
Input Impedance = 110Ω
Dual Connection
Input Signal Format
32 – 384kHz, 16 – 24-bit / Linear PCM (DUAL AES format)
32 – 192kHz, 48-bit / Linear PCM (ES-LINK3 format)
DSD (ES-LINK1, ES-LINK2 format)
Single Connection Input Signal Format
= 32 – 192kHz, 16 – 24-bit / Linear PCM (AES/EBU format)
= DSD (ES-LINK1, ES-LINK2 format)
RCA Terminals x2
Input Level = 0.5Vp-p
Input Impedance = 75Ω
Input Signal Format = 32 – 192kHz, 16 – 24-bit
Linear PCM (IEC60958 format)
Optical Digital Terminal x1
Input Level -24.0 – -14.5dBm peak
Input Signal Format 32 – 192kHz, 16 – 24-bit
Linear PCM (IEC60958 format)
USB Port (B Connector) x1
Input Signal Format
= 44.1 – 384kHz, 16 – 32-bit, Linear PCM
= 2.8MHz, 5.6MHz, 11.2MHz DSD
CLOCK OUTPUT
Terminal = BNC x1
Output Level = Equal to TTL level (into 75Ω load)
Output Frequency = 44.1kHz, 88.2kHz, 176.4kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz, 192kHz, 22.5792MHz, 24.576MHz
Same frequency as input (when output set to thru)
Output Frequency Precision = ±0.5 ppm (when shipped new)
CLOCK INPUT
Terminal = BNC x2 (WORD IN, 10MHz IN)
Input Impedance CLOCK IN = 75Ω / 10MHz IN = 50Ω
Input Frequency Compatibility
CLOCK IN = 44.1kHz, 88.2kHz, 176.4kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz, 192kHz
22.5792MHz, 24.576MHz (±10 ppm)
10MHz IN = 10MHz (±10ppm)
Input Level
CLOCK IN = Equal to TTL level
10MHz IN = Sine wave: 0.5 – 1.0Vrms
GENERAL
AC Power Supply = 230V, 50Hz; 120V, 60Hz; 220V, 60Hz
Power Consumption = 24W
External Dimensions (W x H x D, including protrusions) = 445mm x 162mm x 437mm (17 5/8″ x 6 1/2″ x 17 1/4″)
Weight = 27kg (59 5/8 lb)
ACCESSORIES HDMI cable x 2
Power cord set x 1
Felt pads x 4
Owner’s manual x 1
Warranty card x 1
– These products are made available in three different power supply variations, as shown in the chart above.
Make sure that the voltage shown on the rear panel matches the AC line voltage in your area.
– The shape of the AC inlet and plug of the supplied power cord depends on the voltage rating and destination country.
– Specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.
– Weight and dimensions are approximate.
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