DS-1000 MKII Deluxe

DIGITAL AUDIO DAC & STREAMING

DS-1000 is the best D/A Converter we have ever made: a true High-End DAC capable of delivering audiophile sound from digital files that feature Network Player functions to help you enjoy your favorite music always with the greatest audio quality.

The DS-1000 offers high-resolution digital inputs to convert native PCM audio files up to 24bit/192kHz via S/Pdif coaxial and TOS-Optical inputs. It’s also equipped with one USB host input to convert PCM audio files and DSD 64/128/256.

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Besides, DS-1000 also offers Streaming features to use high-resolution online music servers (TIDAL, QOBUZ) and even browse digital radio stations playing via LAN and WiFi and reading audio files directly from USB keys and Hard Disks through the USB-A ports.

MORE TIME FOR MUSIC, LESS TIME TO MAKE IT WORK

A large 3,5” TFT monitor shows all unit information in a clear menu that’s easy to browse, showing all options: digital USB inputs, Radio Stations, Media server.

Thanks to the exclusive SKC – Single Knob Control the unit becomes a friendly plug-and-play source that can be fully controlled even without a remote or the computer and mobile App.

TOTAL CONTROL OVER YOUR SYSTEM

DS-1000 offers a unique modular design exclusively engineered for Gold Note’s 1000 series that allows the system to expand and improve as it can feature an optional internal Preamp Stage Card and even an Analogue Stereo Input, turning the DS-1000 into a complete high-end audio Digital Player that can be connected straight to your power amp or active speakers.

Though DS-1000 comes with digital volume control as a standard, audio enthusiasts will appreciate the optional high-quality Preamp Stage Card powered by a PGA single resistor dual-mono to achieve better performance and audio purity.

The Analogue Balanced Stereo Input is also available as optional and allows DS-1000 to become a really complete Preamp as well.

HI-END DAC FEATURING, NETWORK PLAYER & STREAMER VIA PCM AND DSD

DS-1000 is a D/A Converter with native DSD 64/128/256 and PCM up to 24bit/192kHz compatibility via USB, LAN, and Wi-Fi through a cutting edge Burr-Brown PCM1792A featuring Coax and Optical inputs to guarantee the best native resolution.

IOS & ANDROID APP

DS-1000 DAC features easy setup Apple iOS and Android proprietary software for full control via iPhones and iPads as well as smartphones and tablets.

The App makes it easy to control all the digital inputs displaying all metadata, cover, and information registered on the track as well as real resolution format.

GOLD NOTE TFT DISPLAY & SKC

Our proprietary SKC technology – Single Knob Control – combined with the TFT display makes it easy and quick to conveniently control the DS-1000 using a single knob joggle.
The unit is also fully controlled via App and a Gold Note remote is supplied.

PREAMP AND ANALOG INPUT STAGE

The integrated preamplifier stage and balanced XLR input available on demand will turn DS-1000 into an All-In-One unit able to drive any High-End audio system.
DS-1000 converts audio files from all digital sources with its optical and coaxial inputs and it can also convert computer audio files using the USB port.
With its streaming capabilities, DS-1000 can play from any NAS connected to the local network, browse Internet radios via V-Tuner and even play Hi-Res music via Tidal and Qobuz.

ULTRA VERSATILE DESIGN

DS-1000 converts D/A audio via S/PDIF coaxial and TOS-optical asynchronous PCM24bit/192kHz inputs, one USB Host asynchronous for native and DoP DSD64/128/256 and PCM up to 24bit/192kHz.

It also reads from HardDisk and USB sticks (FAT32) via USB without the need for any built-in storage memory.

GOLD NOTE MODULAR DESIGN

Innovative unique modular design allows a variety of external upgrades, including Class-A Tube Stages, External Inductive PSU, Preamp Card, and Analogue Stereo Input.

TANK MECHANICAL STRUCTURE

DS-1000 features a great mechanical structure made of solid machined steel and thick aluminum panels to guarantee low-frequency resonance, and magnetic inertial field.

FINISHES

CASE
Brushed Aluminium | Black, Silver or Gold

INSERTS
Aluminum | Black, Silver or Gold