Benchmark DAC1 HDR

The UltraLock system is designed to eliminate jitter, which is essentially timing error in digital audio. By removing this jitter, the DAC1 HDR ensures that your digital files are converted to analog with maximum accuracy, preserving the clarity and detail of the original recording.

Yes, absolutely. With its motorized volume control and both balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA outputs, it functions perfectly as a high-quality preamp for active monitors or a power amplifier.

The onboard HPA2 headphone amplifier is a high-current design specifically engineered to drive a wide range of headphones, including demanding high-impedance models, with very low distortion and a near-zero output impedance.

The DAC1 HDR is limited to a maximum sample rate of 96 kHz and a bit depth of 24 bits. While this covers standard high-resolution formats, it does not support ultra-high-resolution files like 192 kHz or DSD.

The DAC1 HDR is designed to be plug-and-play with most modern operating systems, including Windows, Mac, Linux, and Android, so you generally will not need to install proprietary drivers to get it running.

The motorized Alps potentiometer allows you to adjust the volume remotely while maintaining a high-quality analog signal path. This ensures you get the convenience of a remote control without compromising the dynamic range or audio fidelity that can sometimes occur with digital volume attenuation.