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Esoteric N-05XD-Network DAC / Preamplifier - Suncoast Audio

Esoteric N-05XD-Network DAC / Preamplifier

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Reproducing the full sound quality of the original masters.

The N-05XD represents a new frontier in network DAC/preamps.

As Esoteric’s first-ever network DAC/preamp, the N-05XD was specifically designed to deliver superior sound quality from the smallest system configurations combining your favorite power amplifier, speakers, and headphones. Integrating fully balanced circuitry directly derived from Esoteric’s flagship series, the N-05XD’s network engine is equipped with a pure, dedicated linear power supply and an in-house designed discrete DAC that ensures that its preamplifier and headphone amplifier are capable of clearly reproducing the full sound of a recording’s original master.

Seamless integration of the most Esoteric-like essences, the N-05XD has been thoroughly refined under the guiding principles of ultimate sound quality. Just a touch of its volume knob clearly reveals this quality in its most exquisite form and promises the fullest and most satisfying enjoyment of Esoteric’s pure signature sound. No longer must superior sound quality be sacrificed in the pursuit of a simplified high-end audio system.

Preamplifier functions

The ESOTERIC-QVCS attenuator system achieves operability and sound quality

The ESOTERIC-QVCS attenuator system establishes L/R and positive/negative independence refined by ESOTERIC's successive preamplifiers and integrated amplifiers while expressing the passion for music regardless of volume level.

The ESOTERIC-HCLD buffer circuit delivers every single allurement of music

Employing the ESOTERIC-HCLD circuit as an output buffer circuit that pursues the current transmission capacity and speed, crucial for analog output circuits. These high-speed elements with 2,000V/μs of response speed in through rate achieve the dynamism of music with breathtaking reality.

Balanced Headphone outputs

A 4-pin XLR connector for balanced headphones

Accommodating an L/R independent and fully balanced headphone amplifier with an exclusive ESOTERIC-HCLD buffer circuit that firmly grips high-end headphones with 600Ω impedance.

External Clock sync function

Allowing the N-05XD to synchronize with high precision 10MHz Master Clock.

Large capacity power supply units build the ESOTERIC sound

Accommodating dedicated toroidal-core power transformers including 4-inch diameter one employed on the N-01XD for Network section and DAC/Audio section. And, an extra power supply for the Control/Display sections consolidates independence from audio processing.

Robust and flexible chassis construction that manages vibrations

Semi-floating top panel

Slits processed on the bottom chassis

ESOTERIC pin-point feet

Complimentary network audio app with look-and-feel user interface, the ESOTERIC Sound Stream (for iOS/Android)

Built-in Bluetooth^® receiver

Digital inputs: XLR × 1, RCA × 2, Optical × 2, USB audio, ETHERNET, USB port for flash drive × 2, Bluetooth®
Analog inputs: XLR × 1 pair, RCA × 1 pair
Analog outputs: XLR/ES-LINK Analog × 1 pair, ES-LINK Analog pre-out × 1 pair, RCA × 1 pair
Clock input: BNC × 1 (10MHz)
Overall dimensions: 445 × 131 × 377mm (W×H×D, including protruding)

Spec description

Digital audio inputs:

XLR- 1

Input Level- 5.0Vp-p

Input Impedance- 110Ω

Input signal formats

Linear PCM- 32k to 192kHz, 16bit / 24bit (AES/EBU format)

DSD- 2.8MHz (ES-LINK1, ES-LINK2, DoP format)

RCA- 2

Input Level- 0.5Vp-p

Input Impedance- 75Ω

Input signal formats

Linear PCM- 32k to 192kHz, 16bit / 24bit (IEC60958 format)

DSD- 2.8MHz (DoP format)

Optical- 2

Input Level- -24.0 to -14.5dBm peak

Input signal formats

Linear PCM- 32k to 192kHz, 16bit / 24bit (EI60959 format)

DSD- 2.8MHz (DoP format)

USB- 1 (USB B connector)-

Input signal formats-

Linear PCM- 44.1k to 384kHz, 16bit / 24bit / 32bit

DSD- 2.8MHz, 5.6MHz, 11.2 MHz, 22.5MHz

Ethernet:

Input Signal formats

Linear PCM- 44.1k to 384kHz, 16bit / 24bit / 32bit (stereo)

Only integer format file supported

DSD- 2.8MHz, 5.6MHz, 11.2MHz (stereo)

Supported file formats

PCM Lossless- FLAC, Apple Lossless (ALAC), WAV, AIFF, MQA

DSD Lossless- DSF, DSDIFF (DFF), DoP

Compressed audio- MP3, AAC (m4a container)

USB Drive: 2 (Front, Rear)

Supported file system- FAT32, exFAT, NTFS, Single partition, USB2.0 or later recommended

Maximum power supply- 0.5A

Input signal formats

Linear PCM- 44.1k to 384kHz, 16bit / 24bit / 32bit (stereo)

Only integer format file supported at 32bit

DSD- 2.8MHz, 5.6MHz, 11.2MHz, 22.5MHz (stereo)

Supported file formats

PCM Lossless- FLAC, Apple Lossless (ALAC), WAV, AIFF< MQA

DSD Lossless- DSF, DSDIFF (DFF), DoP

Compressed audio- MP3, AAC (m4a container)

Analog audio inputs:

XLR- 1 pair (L/R)

Input Impedance- 50kΩ

Maximum Input Voltage- 8Vrms

RCA- 1 pair (L/R)

Input Impedance- 25kΩ

Maximum Input Voltage- 4Vrms

Analog audio outputs

XLR/ESL-A- 1 pair (L/R)

Output Impedance- 220Ω

Maximum Output Level- 5.0Vrms (PCM Full-scale signal input, Analog output level setting: FIX)

ESL-A PRE-OUT- 1 pair (L/R)

RCA- 1 pair (L/R)

Output Impedance- 60Ω

Maximum Output Level- 2.5Vrms (PCM Full-scale signal input, Analog output level setting: FIX)

Bluetooth sections:

Version 4.0

Supported profile- A2DP, AVRCP

Supported A2DP codec- LDAC, LHDC, aptX HD audio, aptX audio, AAC< SBC

Headphone out section:

Balanced- 4-pin XLR x 1

Output Power- 1500mW+1500mW (at 32Ω load)

Compatible Impedance- 16 to 600Ω

Unbalanced- 1/4" (6.3mm) Standard Phone jack x 1

Output Power- 750mW + 750mW (at 32Ω load)

Compatible Impedance- 16 to 600Ω

Clock sync section:

Clock Input- BNC x 1

Input frequency- 10MHz(10±ppm)

Input impedance- 50Ω

Input level

Rectangular wave- TTL level or equivalent

Sine wave- 0.5 to 1.0 Vrms

External control section

RS-232C- x 1

Trigger In- 1/8" (3.5mm) Monaural mini jack x 1

Input level

Trigger Out- 1/8" (3.5mm) Monaural mini jack x 1

Output level

General

Power-

AC 120V, 60Hz

AC 220-240V, 50Hz

Power consumption- 38W

Overall Dimensions (WxHxD)- 445 x 131 x 377mm / 17 5/8" x 5 1/4" x 14 7/8" (including protrusions)

Weight- 13.8kg / 30.5 lb.

Included accessories-

Power cord x1

Remote control unit (RC-1334) x1

AA batteries x2

Felt mats x3

Owner's manual x1

Audio Performance

Frequency response 5Hz to 75kHz (-3dB)

S/N ratio- 105dB

Distortion- 0.0015% (1kHz)

Esoteric N-05XD-Network DAC / Preamplifier

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