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Nuprime Audio Evolution DAC-2
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The Evolution DAC-2 is a digital-to-analogue converter from NuPrime, sitting above the DAC-9X with extraordinary DSD512 format support and substantial output level. The Evolution DAC-2 brings NuPrime's most accomplished current engineering to standalone digital conversion.
Key specs that matter
DSD compatibility reaches an extraordinary DSD512, with PCM support up to 32-bit/768kHz - exceptional format support exceeding the DAC-9X. Output level reaches a substantial 8V balanced or 4V single-ended - strong figures providing considerable headroom. Output impedance is 50 ohms on both connections. Signal-to-noise ratio exceeds 110dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise under an exceptionally low 0.0005%. At 57 x 430 x 375mm and 5.2kg, the Evolution DAC-2 represents NuPrime's most substantial current digital source commitment.
Sound and use context
Expect exceptionally clean, detailed conversion reflecting the strong over-110dB signal-to-noise figure, combined with the substantial 8V balanced output providing genuine headroom well beyond most conventional DACs.
Pairing
The substantial 8V balanced output gives genuine signal strength for driving a downstream amplifier directly, and NuPrime's own AMG One power amplifier shares the brand's coherent engineering philosophy.
Alternatives
NuPrime's own DAC-9X offers a more compact, more accessible alternative within the same broader digital source catalogue.
Key specs that matter
DSD compatibility reaches an extraordinary DSD512, with PCM support up to 32-bit/768kHz - exceptional format support exceeding the DAC-9X. Output level reaches a substantial 8V balanced or 4V single-ended - strong figures providing considerable headroom. Output impedance is 50 ohms on both connections. Signal-to-noise ratio exceeds 110dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise under an exceptionally low 0.0005%. At 57 x 430 x 375mm and 5.2kg, the Evolution DAC-2 represents NuPrime's most substantial current digital source commitment.
Sound and use context
Expect exceptionally clean, detailed conversion reflecting the strong over-110dB signal-to-noise figure, combined with the substantial 8V balanced output providing genuine headroom well beyond most conventional DACs.
Pairing
The substantial 8V balanced output gives genuine signal strength for driving a downstream amplifier directly, and NuPrime's own AMG One power amplifier shares the brand's coherent engineering philosophy.
Alternatives
NuPrime's own DAC-9X offers a more compact, more accessible alternative within the same broader digital source catalogue.
Specifications
Model name
Evolution DAC-2
Conversion type
N/A
Engine
N/A
DSD compatability
Yes
Parameters
up to 32 bit / 768KHz and DSD 512
Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)
20
Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)
20 000
Gain (dBu)
N/A
Output Level (balanced) (V)
8
Output Level (single-ended) (V)
4
Input Impedance (balanced) (Ω)
N/A
Input Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
N/A
Output Impedance (balanced) (Ω)
50
Output Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
50
Analog outputs
N/A
Signal to Noise Ratio (dB)
>110
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (% at 22 kHz)
< 0.0005
Dimensions (mm)
57 x 430 x 375
Weight (kg)
5.2
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