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PS Audio GainCell DAC
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The foundation of the PS Audio Stellar Gain Cell DAC is the stunning digital-to-analog converter developed by Bob Stadter. Based on the industry-leading Sabre 32 bit Hyperstream architecture. The Stellar DAC features a fully balanced Class A analog output stage with multiple power supplies, independent inputs with reduced jitter, DSD, I2S, and asynchronous USB.

Specifications

  • Model name

    GainCell DAC

  • Conversion type

    N/A

  • Engine

    N/A

  • DSD compatability

    Yes

  • Parameters

    up to 32 bit / 384 kHz and DSD128

  • Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)

    10

  • Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)

    100 000

  • Gain (dBu)

    12

  • Output Level (balanced) (V)

    N/A

  • Output Level (single-ended) (V)

    N/A

  • Input Impedance (balanced) (Ω)

    100 000

  • Input Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)

    47 000

  • Output Impedance (balanced) (Ω)

    200

  • Output Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)

    100

  • Analog outputs

    N/A

  • Signal to Noise Ratio (dB)

    >110

  • Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (% at 22 kHz)

    <0.05

  • Dimensions (mm)

    432 × 76 × 305

  • Weight (kg)

    6.1

  • Official link

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