Gold Note DS-10
Best high fidelity streamer for discerning audiophiles seeking premium sound.
This is the rare all-in-one that actually delivers high-end fidelity without the clutter of a rack full of components. By combining a streamer, DAC, and headphone amp into one chassis, it sacrifices modular upgrades for a streamlined, elegant footprint that simplifies your digital life without compromising on sound.
$1799.00
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AV Luxury Group
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Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking a streamlined, high-performance digital source solution
- Discerning listeners prioritizing pristine sound reproduction from digital sources
- Users with diverse digital audio sources and a need for flexible integration
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious audiophiles or those new to high-fidelity audio
- Analog enthusiasts or those with multiple legacy analog components
- Beginners to high-fidelity audio systems or less tech-savvy individuals
Performance breakdown
Digital Versatility
Handles virtually every high-resolution format and connection type with ease.
Streaming Integration
Seamlessly bridges network audio and popular services via robust software support.
Build Quality
Machined aluminum chassis offers premium durability and a sophisticated aesthetic.
Headphone Amplification
Capable output stage drives most headphones with clarity and authority.
Conversion Precision
AKM chipset delivers exceptional detail and low distortion for critical listening.
Interface Intuition
User-friendly controls make navigating complex digital sources feel surprisingly simple.
Key Specs
D/A Converter
AKM AK4493 PCM up to 32 bit / 768 kHz & DSD512 native and DoP
Streamer Network Player
PCM & DSD
Frequency response
20 Hz-20 kHz +/-0.1dB
THD – Total Harmonic Distortion
0.001% max
Signal to Noise ratio
-125 dB
Dynamic range
120 dB
Output impedance
50 ohm
Preamp Stage Volume Control
enabled/disabled by remote
Mains supply
100V to 240V, 50/60Hz
Multiple Transformer proprietary power supply
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