Ferrum Audio WANDLA 2.0 DAC
Best high-end DAC for audiophiles seeking customizable, pure sound performance.
This DAC prioritizes pure, high-headroom PCM performance by ditching MQA entirely to focus on sophisticated DSP tuning. It’s a bold, fully balanced centerpiece that trades format compatibility for a highly customizable soundstage and the ability to dial in tube-like warmth on demand.
$4790.00
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Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking uncompromising clarity and microscopic detail in their music
- System builders needing flexible integration for complex high-fidelity audio chains
- Design-conscious listeners who value premium build quality and elegant aesthetics
Who should skip it
- Casual listeners restricted by a modest audio equipment budget
- Minimalists wanting peak performance without purchasing additional external power supplies
- Listeners preferring a neutral sound signature over specific custom tuning
Performance breakdown
Transient Accuracy
Exceptional digital headroom ensures flawless reconstruction of complex dynamic peaks.
Soundstage Depth
Proprietary spatial enhancement creates an immersive, expansive, and highly detailed soundscape.
Signal Purity
Removing MQA processing prioritizes raw PCM performance for uncompromising audio fidelity.
Connectivity Versatility
Comprehensive input array handles virtually any digital source with ease.
Sonic Customization
Tube Mode and Impact+ offer meaningful, musical adjustments to the output.
Build Integrity
Premium aluminum construction reflects a robust, high-end professional design philosophy.
Key Specs
DAC Chip
ESS Sabre ES9038PRO
Resolution
768kHz/32bit, DSD 256
Frequency Response
10Hz – 200kHz +/- 0.1dB
Dynamic Range
127dB
THD+N
-115dB
Output Impedance
22Ω unbalanced, 44Ω balanced
Power Consumption
15W max
Hypsos Output Voltage Range
5-30 V
Hypsos Max Continuous Output Power
60 W
Dimensions
217 x 206 x 50 mm
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