Ferrum ERCO Gen 2 DAC/AMP
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Ferrum ERCO Gen 2 DAC/AMP

4.7

Best balanced DAC/AMP for audiophiles seeking flagship-level transparency and immersion.

This is the closest you can get to flagship-level transparency without committing to a dedicated stack. By borrowing the advanced filtering and processing from their top-tier models, it delivers a remarkably immersive, balanced sound that prioritizes musicality over clinical precision, though you will need to add a separate power supply to truly unlock its potential.

$1795.00

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Bliss Hifi

Who it's for

  • Audiophiles seeking pristine sound clarity and wide stereo imaging
  • Owners of power-hungry planar magnetic or high-impedance headphones
  • Listeners wanting a clear upgrade path for future performance gains

Who should skip it

  • Budget-conscious buyers looking for entry-level or mid-range audio solutions
  • Shoppers wanting peak performance without additional hardware investments
  • Travelers needing a compact or battery-powered mobile audio setup

Performance breakdown

Drive Capability

Massive power output effortlessly handles even the most demanding planar headphones.

Excellent

Signal Transparency

Advanced I/V stage delivers an exceptionally clean and fatigue-free listening experience.

Excellent

Format Versatility

Comprehensive support for high-res PCM, DSD512, and full MQA decoding capabilities.

Excellent

System Synergy

Ferrum Power Link integration elevates performance when paired with the HYPSOS unit.

Excellent

Build Integrity

Robust desktop construction ensures long-term reliability and minimal signal interference.

Excellent

Connectivity Options

Balanced and unbalanced outputs provide flexible integration for any audiophile setup.

Excellent

Key Specs

DAC Chip

ESS Sabre ES9028PRO

Maximum Resolution

PCM 768kHz / DSD512

Dimensions

21.7 cm x 20.6 cm x 5 cm

Weight

1.8 kg

Balanced Output Power

1.2 W into 300 Ω; 6.1 W into 50 Ω

THD (Balanced)

<0.00018% / -115 dB

THD (Unbalanced)

<0.00032% / -110 dB

Digital Inputs

USB-C, Coaxial S/PDIF, Optical S/PDIF

Frequency Response

10 Hz – 30 kHz (+/- 0.05 dB)

Output Interface Types

6.35mm Jack, 4.4mm Balanced, XLR Balanced

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