Esoteric Unveils New 32 Bit DAC with Super Audio CD / CD Transport

Sept. 17, 2007 - PRLog -- In honor of their 20th anniversary, ESOTERIC introduces the P-05/D-05 components which incorporate a completely new VRDS-NEO mechanism (called VMK-5), optimized for high speed rotational requirements of Super Audio CD. The new digital to analog converter model D-05, introduces the world's first 32-bit D/A converter technology. The P-05/D-05 can output native and up-converted digital audio signals and a high precision crystal clock oscillator reduces jitter within the signal path. For CD playback the up-convert function offers fs 88.2 kHz (x2) and fs 176.4 kHz (x4). In DSD mode a 1-bit 64 fs signal for Super Audio CD is directly transmitted without up-conversion. The D-05 is the world's first D/A converter to incorporate the AK4397 Delta-Sigma DAC device from AKM Semiconductor. ESOTERIC implements their designs in a dual-mono configuration for both the digital and analog signal paths. The D-05 has 32-bit processing capability and "combines the best properties of a 1-bit and multi-bit device." PCM audio signals can be up-converted to 176.4 kHz and PCM audio can also be converted to full DSD standard. The P-05 (MSRP $7000), and D-05 ($7000), are available now through ESOTERIC's dealer network of audio specialists.

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Esoteric has been delivering the finest audio video components to the most discerning users for over 20 years. Esoteric manufacturers the VRDS-NEO (Vibration Free Rigid Disc Clamping System), VOSP (Vertically Aligned Optical Stability Platform), D/A converters, master clocks, SACD/CD players, universal DVD players, and other electronics. In the USA, Esoteric products are distributed by TEAC America; Inc. TEAC Corporation of Japan is Esoteric’s parent company and was established in 1953.

Website: www.teac.com/esoteric/