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Esoteric N-01XE
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The N-01XE is a digital-to-analogue converter from Esoteric, built with extraordinary DSD and PCM format support and exceptionally clean measured performance. The N-01XE brings Esoteric's most accomplished current engineering to standalone digital conversion.
Key specs that matter
DSD compatibility reaches an extraordinary DSD 22.5MHz, with PCM support up to 32-bit/768kHz - exceptional format support. Frequency response spans a wide 5Hz to 30,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Input impedance is 110 ohms balanced or 75 ohms single-ended, with output impedance at 60 ohms balanced or 20 ohms single-ended. Signal-to-noise ratio reaches 113dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise at an exceptionally low 0.001% at 22kHz. At 445 x 161.5 x 437mm and 25.7kg, the N-01XE represents a substantial flagship-tier digital source commitment.
Sound and use context
Expect exceptionally clean, detailed conversion reflecting the strong 113dB signal-to-noise and near-immeasurable 0.001% distortion figures, combined with the extraordinary DSD/PCM format support representing Esoteric's most accomplished current engineering.
Pairing
Esoteric's own S-05 power amplifier and Grandioso electronics catalogue offer natural, brand-coherent pairings for this DAC.
Alternatives
Esoteric's own K-01XD SE offers a disc-based digital source alternative within the same broader flagship catalogue.
Key specs that matter
DSD compatibility reaches an extraordinary DSD 22.5MHz, with PCM support up to 32-bit/768kHz - exceptional format support. Frequency response spans a wide 5Hz to 30,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Input impedance is 110 ohms balanced or 75 ohms single-ended, with output impedance at 60 ohms balanced or 20 ohms single-ended. Signal-to-noise ratio reaches 113dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise at an exceptionally low 0.001% at 22kHz. At 445 x 161.5 x 437mm and 25.7kg, the N-01XE represents a substantial flagship-tier digital source commitment.
Sound and use context
Expect exceptionally clean, detailed conversion reflecting the strong 113dB signal-to-noise and near-immeasurable 0.001% distortion figures, combined with the extraordinary DSD/PCM format support representing Esoteric's most accomplished current engineering.
Pairing
Esoteric's own S-05 power amplifier and Grandioso electronics catalogue offer natural, brand-coherent pairings for this DAC.
Alternatives
Esoteric's own K-01XD SE offers a disc-based digital source alternative within the same broader flagship catalogue.
Specifications
Model name
N-01XE
Conversion type
N/A
Engine
N/A
DSD compatability
Yes
Parameters
up to 32 bit / 768 kHz and DSD 22.5MHz
Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)
5
Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)
30 000
Gain (dBu)
N/A
Output Level (balanced) (V)
N/A
Output Level (single-ended) (V)
N/A
Input Impedance (balanced) (Ω)
110
Input Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
75
Output Impedance (balanced) (Ω)
60
Output Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
20
Analog outputs
N/A
Signal to Noise Ratio (dB)
113
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (% at 22 kHz)
0.001
Dimensions (mm)
445 × 161.5 × 437
Weight (kg)
25.7
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