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SOtM sDP-1000EX
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The sDP-1000EX is a digital-to-analogue converter from SOtM, a South Korean manufacturer known for considered digital audio engineering, built with substantial output level. The sDP-1000EX brings SOtM's considered engineering to standalone digital conversion.
Key specs that matter
DSD compatibility reaches DSD128, with PCM support up to 32-bit/384kHz. Frequency response spans 20Hz to 20,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Output level reaches a substantial 3.8V on both balanced and single-ended connections. Input impedance is 10k ohms on both connections, with output impedance at 47 ohms on both connections. Total harmonic distortion plus noise is under 0.003% at 22kHz. At 360 x 68 x 245mm and 4kg, the sDP-1000EX maintains a manageable chassis consistent with SOtM's considered engineering standards.
Sound and use context
Expect clean, detailed conversion reflecting the low sub-0.003% distortion figure, combined with the substantial 3.8V output providing genuine signal strength for driving a downstream amplifier directly.
Pairing
SOtM's own sMS-1000SQ server and sMS-200ultra streamer share matching chassis dimensions for a visually coherent stack.
Alternatives
SOtM's broader digital source catalogue offers alternatives for buyers wanting a different balance of features.
Key specs that matter
DSD compatibility reaches DSD128, with PCM support up to 32-bit/384kHz. Frequency response spans 20Hz to 20,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Output level reaches a substantial 3.8V on both balanced and single-ended connections. Input impedance is 10k ohms on both connections, with output impedance at 47 ohms on both connections. Total harmonic distortion plus noise is under 0.003% at 22kHz. At 360 x 68 x 245mm and 4kg, the sDP-1000EX maintains a manageable chassis consistent with SOtM's considered engineering standards.
Sound and use context
Expect clean, detailed conversion reflecting the low sub-0.003% distortion figure, combined with the substantial 3.8V output providing genuine signal strength for driving a downstream amplifier directly.
Pairing
SOtM's own sMS-1000SQ server and sMS-200ultra streamer share matching chassis dimensions for a visually coherent stack.
Alternatives
SOtM's broader digital source catalogue offers alternatives for buyers wanting a different balance of features.
Specifications
Model name
sDP-1000EX
Conversion type
N/A
Engine
N/A
DSD compatability
Yes
Parameters
up to 32 bit/384KHz and DSD128
Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)
20
Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)
20 000
Gain (dBu)
N/A
Output Level (balanced) (V)
3.8
Output Level (single-ended) (V)
3.8
Input Impedance (balanced) (Ω)
10 000
Input Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
10 000
Output Impedance (balanced) (Ω)
47
Output Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
47
Analog outputs
N/A
Signal to Noise Ratio (dB)
N/A
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (% at 22 kHz)
< 0.003
Dimensions (mm)
360 x 68 x 245
Weight (kg)
4
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