The Gold Note DS-1000 MKII is one of the best digital-to-analog converter ever made: a true high-end DAC capable of delivering audiophile sounds from digital files with network player features that help you always enjoy your favorite music in the highest sound quality .
The Gold Note DS-1000 MKII offers high-resolution digital inputs for converting native PCM audio files up to 24-bit/192kHz via coaxial S/PDIF and TOS optical inputs. It also features one USB host input for converting PCM and DSD 64/128/256 audio files. It also reads data from HDD and USB flash drives (FAT32) via USB without the need for onboard memory. The DS-1000 converts audio files from all digital sources using optical and coaxial inputs, and can also convert computer audio files using the USB port.
In addition, the DS-1000 also offers streaming functions for using high-resolution online music servers (Tidal and Qobuz.) and even watching digital radio stations playing over LAN and Wi-Fi, and reading audio files directly from USB drives and hard drives via USB-A ports. The large 3.5-inch TFT monitor displays all device information in a clear menu that is easy to browse, showing all options: digital USB inputs, radio stations, media server. Thanks to the exclusive SKC – Single Knob Control, the device becomes a friendly plug-in source that can be fully controlled even without a remote control or a computer and a mobile application.
The Gold Note DS-1000 MKII offers a unique modular design specifically designed for the Gold Note 1000 series, which allows the system to expand and improve as it can be equipped with an optional internal pre-amp board and even an analog stereo input, turning the DS-1000 into a complete high-performance digital audio player. which can be connected directly to a power amplifier or active speakers.
While the Gold Note DS-1000 MKII comes standard with a digital volume control, audio enthusiasts will appreciate the optional high-quality PGA-powered preamp card with one resistor and two mono for better performance and audio clarity. An analog balanced stereo input is also available as an option and allows the DS-1000 to become a truly complete preamplifier.
The Gold Note DS-1000 MKII features easy setup with proprietary Apple iOS and Android software for full control via iPhone and iPad, as well as smartphones and tablets. The app allows you to easily manage all digital inputs, displaying all metadata, artwork and information registered on the track, as well as the real resolution format.
An integrated preamp stage and optional balanced XLR input make the Gold Note DS-1000 MKII an all-in-one device capable of driving any high-end audio system.
The innovative, unique modular design allows for a variety of external upgrades, including Class A tube stages, external inductive power supply, preamp board and analog stereo input. The DS-1000 has an excellent mechanical design, made from solid machined steel and thick aluminum panels to ensure low frequency resonance and magnetic inertial field.
Specifications Gold Note DS-1000 MKII
Own PC/D2 converter up to 24 bit/192 kHz and DSD 64/128/256 and via DoP
Network Player and Streamer PCM and DSD64
Frequency response: 5 Hz-200 kHz +/- 0.3 dB
THD – total harmonic distortion: max.
Signal 0.001% SNR: -125 dB
Dynamic Response: 129 dB
Output Impedance: 50 ohms
Digital Filter: Gold Note Zero-Clock™ circuit including three different digital volume controls Master Clock: remote on/off
Dimensions (w x d ): 430 mm | 135 mm | 375 mm
Weight: 11 kg
Audio inputs
Digital input: one coaxial RCA S/PDIF and one TOS optical asynchronous 24 bit/192 kHz
USB: native asynchronous and DoP DSD64/128/256 and PCM up to 24 bit/192 kHz
USB: two USB-A port to power USB flash memory and hard drive Playback in FAT32 format only with native playback and DoP DSD64/128/256 and PCM up to 24bit/192kHz.
Audio Outputs
Line Out Level (fixed): Stereo RCA @ 2 Volts and Balanced XLR @ 4 Volts
Digital Output: S/PDIF, 75 Ohm RCA 24 bits LAN/WLAN
Connections
WiFi: 802.11b/g via RJ45 10/100 Mbps with and antenna reproducing native and DoP DSD64/128/256 and PCM up to 24bit/192kHz
Infrared remote: RC5 native code
Supported audio formats
AIFF (.aif, .aiff, .aifc), ALAC, WAV (.wav), FLAC, WmA Windows Media Audio 9, WAX Windows Media, ASX Advanced Stream Redirector (.asx), MP3
