Esoteric K-01X

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Esoteric K-01X Super Audio CD/CD Player

Four years after the release of the K-01—the world’s leading all-in-one digital player—the new K-01X debuts as a more compact version of Esoteric’s flagship Grandioso model. Utilizing the same type of highly rigid chassis construction as the Grandioso and a similar four-transformer power supply, it integrates the Grandioso P1’s high-precision VRDS-NEO “VMK-3.5-20S” turntable with two independent monaural DAC units derived from the Grandioso D1 design, each configured with a parallel array of 8 individual converters, which are summed to optimize linearity and minimize noise.

Product Description

0% – 3 Year Financing Available!!

Esoteric K-01X Super Audio CD/CD Player

Four years after the release of the K-01—the world’s leading all-in-one digital player—the new K-01X debuts as a more compact version of Esoteric’s flagship Grandioso model. Utilizing the same type of highly rigid chassis construction as the Grandioso and a similar four-transformer power supply, it integrates the Grandioso P1’s high-precision VRDS-NEO “VMK-3.5-20S” turntable with two independent monaural DAC units derived from the Grandioso D1 design, each configured with a parallel array of 8 individual converters, which are summed to optimize linearity and minimize noise.

Electronic circuitry has also been further improved with the latest technologies, including a new AK4495S DAC IC, an advanced 35-bit D/A processing algorithm, an HCLD buffer amp, a DSD-compatible USB interface, and a large, low phase noise clock, all ensuring the K-01X achieves the absolute pinnacle of sound quality.

The Features

USB Support for 2.5/5.6 MHz DSD, 384 kHz/32-bit PCM, and Asynchronous Transmission

 The USB input supports asynchronous transmission and rates up to 2.8/5.6 MHz DSD and 384 kHz/32-bit PCM. Esoteric’s original PC driver software achieves outstanding playback of even studio-master-quality source files. DoP and ASIO 2.1 are also supported.

VRDS-NEO “VMK-3.5-20S” transport mechanism

 The culmination of Esoteric’s most advanced mechatronics know-how, the VRDS system radically improves the reading precision of Super Audio CD/CD discs by mechanically correcting for surface run-out. The K-01X’s VRDS -NEO VMK-3.5-20S drive also features two sets of specially selected ball bearings supporting a duralumin turntable constructed to micron-level accuracy, and a 20mm-thick steel turntable bridge. The combined mechanical structure weighs an impressive 5.2kg (12kg including the rigid base).
The drive employs proven Esoteric technologies, including a high-flux-density magnet-driven coreless three-phase brushless spindle motor, a thread feed control derived from the thinking behind the P-0, and a shaft-sliding pickup which consistently illuminates the disk with a precisely perpendicular beam of laser light. Additionally, the disc tray features a silent shutter mechanism* that further ensures the ultimate in operating precision.
* This mechanism closes the shutter when the tray is retracted, then mechanically locks it into place in the front panel to ensure a more secure environment that minimizes the effects of extraneous noise and airborne contaminants, etc. on sound quality.

VS-DD* Spindle Servo Driver and Proprietary Toroidal Power Supply.

At the heart of the VRDS-NEO drive is a spindle driven by Esoteric’s proprietary VS-DD servo driver circuit. This uses a discrete three-channel amplifier to optimize the motor drive current, minimize vibration and provide ultra-smooth spindle operation and high-accuracy servo control. The K-01X is also equipped with a proprietary toroidal power supply that greatly enhances noise isolation.
* VS-DD = VRDS Spindle Discrete Driver

Grandioso D1 Lineage Dual Mono D/A Converters with Separate Left and Right Channel Power Supplies.

 The D/A converter uses the same design philosophy as our Grandioso D1. Incorporating Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation’ s 32-bit AK4495S DAC IC and MUSES 02 operational amplifier,* this exceptional DAC uses 8 parallel/differential circuits with 16 outputs driving each channel to achieve outstanding linearity and low distortion.
Like the Grandioso D1, this D/A converter also features fully independent power transformers and power supply circuits for each channel to create a true dual mono configuration. The generous power supply capacity and total channel separation enabled by this arrangement provides excellent dynamics, with realistic stereo imaging and exceptional resolution of fine detail.
AK4495S is a branded product of Audio4pro™ and designed for professional studio and digital audio applications.
MUSES 02 is a trademark of New Japan Radio Co., Ltd.

 

 SPECIFICATIONS

Compatible disc typesSuper Audio CD, CD (CD-R/CD-RW compatible)
Analog audio outputJacksXLR jacks (2 channel) x 1
RCA jacks (2 channel) x 1
Output impedanceXLR: 40Ω
RCA: 10Ω
Maximum output leve
(1 kHz, full scale, 10 k ohms)
XLR (Gain: 0 dB): XLR: 4.8Vrms
RCA: 2.4Vrms
Frequency response5Hz to 40kHz (-3dB))
Signal-to-noise ratio (S/N)117dB
Total harmonic distortion0.0006% (1kHz)
Digital audio outputCoaxial RCA jack x 10.5 Vp-p/75 ohms
Digital audio inputCoaxial RCA connector x 1(input impedance 75 ohms)
Optical digital connector x 1-24.0 to -14.5 dBm peak
USB port B connectorUSB 2.0 / 192 kHz-24 bit async.
Clock synchronization input formatJackBNC
Input impedance75 ohms
Input levelRectangle wave: equivalent to TTL levels
Sine wave: 0.5 to 1.0 Vrms/50 to 75 ohms
GENERAL
Power supplyPower supplyEUROPE AC 230 V, 50 Hz
USA/CANADA AC 120 V, 60 Hz
KOREA AC 220 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption27 W
External dimensions
(W x H x D)
445 x 162 x 438 mm (17 1/4″ x 6″ 3/8 x 13 1/4″) (including protrusions)
Weight31 kg (68 3/8 lbs)
AccessoriesRemote control unit (RC-1315) x 1
Batteries (AA) x 2
Power cord set x 1
Felt pads x 3
Owner’s manual x 1
Warranty card x 1
– This product is available in three different power supply variations 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.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Esoteric K-01X Super Audio CD Player

COMPATIBLE DISC TYPES Super Audio CD, CD (CD-R/CD-RW compatible)
ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT Jacks XLR jacks (2 channel) x 1 / RCA jacks (2 channel) x 1
 
Output impedance XLR: 40Ω / RCA:10Ω
Maximum output level (1 kHz, full scale, 10 k ohms)
XLR (Gain: 0 dB): XLR: 4.8Vrms / RCA: 2.4Vrms

Frequency response 5Hz to 40kHz (-3dB))
Signal-to-noise ratio (S/N) 117dB
Total harmonic distortion 0.0006% (1kHz)

DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT
Coaxial RCA jack x 1 0.5 Vp-p/75 ohms

DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT
Coaxial RCA connector x 1 (input impedance 75 ohms)
Optical digital connector x 1 -24.0 to -14.5 dBm peak
USB port B connector USB 2.0 / 192 kHz-24 bit async.

CLOCK SYNCRONIZATION INPUT FORMAT Jack BNC
Input impedance 75 ohms
Input level Rectangle wave: equivalent to TTL levels / Sine wave: 0.5 to 1.0 Vrms/50 to 75 ohms
 
GENERAL
Power supply: EUROPE AC 230 V, 50 Hz – USA/CANADA AC 120 V, 60 Hz -KOREA AC 220 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption: 27 W
External dimensions:
(W x H x D) 445 x 162 x 438 mm (17 1/4″ x 6″ 3/8 x 13 1/4″) (including protrusions)
Weight: 31 kg (68 3/8 lbs)

ACCESSSORIES
Remote control unit (RC-1315) x 1
Batteries (AA) x 2
Power cord set x 1
Felt pads x 3
Owner’s manual x 1
Warranty card x 1

– This product is available in three different power supply variations 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.