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exaSound s88 Mark II 8-Channel Roon and HQP Ready Streaming DAC and UPnP Server Featuring a reference-grade 32-bit digital-to-analog converter and Roon Ready streamer with HQPlayer NAA in stylish full-size mono-block enclosure, the s88 delights with its ergonomic simplicity and sonic perfection. With refinements like autonomous balanced and unbalanced I/V stages and exaSound?s unique three-way galvanic isolation, ultimate resolution volume control and high-performance headphone amplifier, the s88 Mark II Eight-Channel Streaming DAC will uncover every detail in your high-resolution files, allowing you to hear the music just as it was recorded. s88 Mark II features proprietary asynchronous USB streaming, Windows ASIO drivers and FPGA core to achieve 32bit, low-jitter, bit-perfect signal path. s88 Mark II will play natively DSD encoded files up to 8-channels DSD256, DXD 352.8 kHz and PCM up to 384 kHz. In stereo mode s88 Mark II supports DSD playback of DSD512 files and streams. Tidal Connect support allows the Tidal apps on iOS, Android, Mac OS and Windows to stream directly to the S88 Mark II. Audio Optimization Settings allow manual selection of PCM reconstruction filters and roll-off filters. Settings for SPDIF and Optical TOSLINK inputs allow compatibility with consumer-grade devices that exhibit high jitter, while maintaining sonic purity. Bluetooth Audio Streaming support makes s88 Mark II easily accessible in casual listening settings. Advanced Settings refine the transition playback states from track to track. Sabre ES9038PRO DAC chip increases 4 times the paralleled DAC channels to bring more presence in the mid-range Sophisticated reference voltage sources and master clock power circuits deliver more precise 3D imaging and more natural portrayal of transients Each channel has autonomous balanced and unbalanced analogue output stages that can be used simultaneously. Components with superb linearity and enhanced power lines offer lower noise and distortion levels, fine micro dynamics and natural base reproduction Octo-mono output stage topology offers reduced EM interference and reduced channel crosstalk, resulting in better detail and resolution Future-proof design allows for upgrades of the output stages, the streamer module CPU, RAM and SSD storage ZeroJitter ? a unique true asynchronous USB interface with error correction assures accurate data reception ZeroResolutionLoss ? an exclusive volume control with four?way volume synchronization brings convenience and dynamic range comparable to the best analogue volume controls GalvanicInfinity ? affords complete galvanic isolation for ultimate external noise reduction FemtoMaster ? quad-clock architecture, with 82 femtosecond master clock and 3 auxiliary stream-control clocks, minimizes jitter for maximum timing accuracy, image development and bass extension Balanced internal design - yields the lowest analog noise and lowest distortion Roon offers engaging, enjoyable way to browse your music. Via intelligent automatic cloud service library management, Roon delivers metadata for the user?s library and frees the user from the complexities of music library management. s88 Mark II is a Roon Ready streamer and Roon Tested DAC. It has been profiled and tested by both Roon Labs and exaSound for maximum compatibility with Roon. Roon identifies exaSound devices and sends them audio optimized for their capabilities. Together, Roon and exaSound deliver the power, flexibility, and performance benefits of digital audio, with the easiest setup and highest reliability available. Streaming Options The s88 Streaming DAC offers master-quality Tidal and Qobuz streaming with Roon and Airplay. It delivers seamless, top-quality sound over wired or wireless connections, accessing high-resolution streaming services and local files. s88 can be used with the Roon Nucleus and with PC and Mac-based audio servers. FEATURES DSD64: 2.8224 and 3.072 MHz DSD128: 5.6448 and 6.144 MHz DSD256: 11.2896 and12.288 MHz DSD512: 22.5792 and 24.576 MHz (Stereo Only) PCM/DXD: 44.1kHz to 384kHz at 32 bits Converter Core: ESS Technologies ES9038PRO reference monolithic 8 channel DAC USB Input: Proprietary ZeroJitter? asynchronous USB interface with error correction on classic B?Type connector, USB cable included USB Host Support: Custom, high performance Windows ASIO drivers. LAN Input: Wired Gigabit Ethernet and wireless Wi Fi 802.11ac supporting Roon RAAT, Signalyst NAA, UPnP, Bluetooth and Airplay audio streaming. Server Support: Roon, HQPlayer, UPnP, Bluetooth and Airplay. Built-in multichannel UPnP server with DSD512 support. Clock: FemtoMaster? super?low jitter quad-clock architecture, with 82 femtosecond master clock and 3 auxiliary stream-control clocks Power Conditioning: 15 linear power filtering stages, optional dedicated linear power supply for the DAC subsystem Host Noise Rejection: GalvanicInfinity? - Galvanic isolation between the USB subsystem, streamer module and the DAC circuitry eliminates ground loop noise and blocks computer?generated interference Headphone Output: Third generation headphone amplifier, capable of driving low impedance and low sensitivity headphones Additional Stereo Digital Inputs: SPDIF and TOSLINK inputs with customizable jitter control offer superb D/A conversion when used with CD transports Analog Outputs: Simultaneously driven autonomous balanced and unbalanced output stages. Gold?plated balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA line outputs. Power Management: 12V Trigger output Remote Control: Included 7 button remote, s88 can be configured to work with most IR remotes Remote Support, Remote Diagnostics, Remote Updates Power Supply Options The s88 Streaming DAC supports two power supply configurations. Single Power Supply Configuration The exaSound s88 Streaming DAC is offered with a desktop style 12V switching power supply. The s88 uses 15 internal linear power conditioning stages in cascaded configuration. Every subsystem is powered by dedicated power source. This sophisticated power conditioning makes the s88 very insensitive to the quality of the external power supply. Using Additional Linear Power Supply for the DAC Analogue Stages To achieve the lowest possible noise level, a third-party 12V linear power supply can be used for the DAC analogue circuits and IV stages. SPECIFICATIONS D/A Converter IC: ESS Technology ES9038PRO 32-bit, 8-channel PRO series PCM Sampling Rates - USB, Network Streaming: 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz, 352.8kHz, 384kHz DSD Sampling Rates via USB - Windows ASIO or LAN - Network streaming: DSD64: 2.8224MHz; 3.072MHz DSD128: 5.6448MHz; 6.144MHz DSD256: 11.2896MHz; 12.288MHz DSD512: 22.5792MHz; 24.576MHz Note: ASIO Compatible player like Roon,JRiver and HQplayer is required on Windows. PCM Sampling Rates-SPDIF Coaxial IN 1, Stereo: 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz PCM Sampling Rates-Optical (TOSLINK) IN 2, Stereo: 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise: 0.00021% @ 1kHz, 0dBFS Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.00014% @ 1kHz, 0dBFS Intermodulation Distortion: -128db 0.00004% @ 19kHz + 20kHz 0 dBFS 2nd order IMD Signal-to-Noise Ratio Balanced: 123.8 dB, A-weighted, 4.6 Vrms Signal-to-Noise Ratio Unbalanced: 123.5 dB, A-weighted, 2.0 Vrms DAC Master Clock Jitter: 0.082ps (82fsec) rms Frequency Response: 0Hz - 20kHz (-0.15dB) @ 44.1kHz / 48kHz sampling rates; 0Hz - 30kHz (-0.15dB) @ sampling rates 88.2kHz and higher Phase: Non-inverting Channel Separation, typical: 133dB @ 1kHz Digital Inputs: LAN, USB, SPDIF Coaxial, SPDIF TOSLINK (optical), USB storage Line Outputs: Balanced (XLR), Unbalanced (RCA), gold-plated contacts Line Output Level Balanced: 4.6 Vrms Line Output Level Unbalanced: 2 Vrms Line Output Impedance Balanced: 400 ohms Line Output Impedance Unbalanced: 200 ohms Line Output Offset: < 5mV Headphone Amp Current Output: 250mA peak Headphone Amp Output Impedance: 1 Ohm, 20Hz-20kHz Headphone Amp Output Voltage: 0-6Vrms Headphone Amp THD+N, typical: 0.0012% , 1Vrms into 60ohms Headphone Amp Intermodulation Distortion, 1Vrms into 60ohms, 19kHz + 20kHz 2nd order IMD, typical: -120dB 0.0001% Headphone Jack: ¼-inch TRS, SE Volume Control: Four-way volume synchronization, Volume bypass, Channel trimming, Mute ZeroResolutionLoss volume control provides all-time 0dB Full-Scale streaming. Acceleration-sensing volume knob. Volume Control Step: 0.5 dB Volume Matching Between Channels: Better than 0.1 dB Operating System Requirements: Windows 11 x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 8 x86, Windows 8 x64, Windows 7, Windows XP ASIO compatible player required for all Windows platforms USB Ports: Type A: 2x USB 3.0, 2xUSB 2.0 ; Type B: USB 2.0 Ethernet Interface: Gigabit Ethernet Wi-Fi Interface: Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7260 , 802.11 ac/n , 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz Compliance PCI, CISP, FIPS, FISMA IP Setup: IP4, DHCP, manual configuration Wireless Security Mode: WPA-PSK2 AES (Home) External Main Power Supply: Input: 10-240V AC, 1.4A, 50-60Hz , Output: 12V DC, 5.4A Power Consumption: < 64W Power Jack Diameter: Internal: 2.5mm , External : 5.5mm Enclosure: Premium machined and anodized aluminium mono-block in Black Dimensions (W x H x D): 445 x 70 x 245 mm Weight: 5.2Kg Package dimensions (W x H x D): 525 x 209 x 423 mm Package Weight: 6.9Kg
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