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PS Audio Stellar DAC
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Specifications
Model name
Stellar DAC
Conversion type
N/A
Engine
ES9018K2M
DSD compatability
Yes
Parameters
up to PCM 32/384 and DSD252
Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)
10
Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)
55000
Gain (dBu)
N/A
Output Level (balanced) (V)
4
Output Level (single-ended) (V)
2
Input Impedance (balanced) (Ω)
N/A
Input Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
N/A
Output Impedance (balanced) (Ω)
200
Output Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
100
Analog outputs
Variable
Signal to Noise Ratio (dB)
110
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (% at 22 kHz)
0.003
Dimensions (mm)
431.8 x 76.2 x 304.8
Weight (kg)
11.8
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