Gold Note DS-1000 EVO Streaming DAC & Headphone Amplifier

Gold Note DS-1000 EVO Streaming DAC & Headphone Amplifier

The Gold Note DS-1000 EVO Streaming DAC & Headphone Amplifier is the ultimate choice for anyone seeking the best in digital audio. With its advanced technology solutions and unique Italian sound, this device offers unrivalled sound quality and an unparalleled listening experience.

One of the standout features of the DS-1000 EVO is its Dual-Mono D/A converter design, powered by two AKM AK4493 converters. This ensures that the audio is converted with the highest fidelity and virtually zero crosstalk, resulting in crystal-clear sound. The device also supports a wide range of audio formats, including MQA, PCM, and DSD, allowing you to enjoy your favourite music in ultra-high resolution.

Streaming with the DS-1000 EVO is incredibly easy, thanks to its compatibility with popular streaming platforms such as Tidal, Spotify, Roon, and Airplay. It also has a dedicated app, GN Control, which allows you to manage your music and streaming services effortlessly. Additionally, the device is Roon Ready, meaning it offers a user-friendly interface, simple setup, and high-quality audio performance.

But the DS-1000 EVO is not just a streaming DAC, it also boasts a professional 6.3mm headphone output and a Class A preamp stage, making it a versatile device for both headphones and speakers. The headphone output has two sensitivity levels, ensuring optimal performance for a wide range of headphones. The preamp stage also allows you to control the volume directly in the analogue domain, adding an extra layer of control to your audio setup.

The pinnacle in digital audio

The DS-1000 EVO is the most advanced streaming DAC we have ever designed, combining advanced technology solutions applied to the digital-to-analogue domain with our unique know-how in delivering compelling sound quality, or, as we call it, the Italian Sound.
The core of the DS-1000 EVO is the Dual-Mono D/A converter design, powered by two AKM AK4493 converters to ensure the highest fidelity is always preserved during the conversion stage, with virtually zero crosstalk. Streaming is as easy as pressing play on Tidal thanks to Tidal Connect, or simply connecting your computer with a USB cable – no audio file will be a problem, supporting MQA, PCM (up to 32bit/384kHz) and DSD (up to DSD512).

Completing the design, the output stage in Class A features audio-grade discrete components selected to deliver our unique Italian sound.

STREAMING IN ULTRA-HIGH RESOLUTION

With the DS-1000 EVO, you can stream through Roon, Airplay, Tidal, MQA, Qobuz, vTuner, and Deezer. With Tidal Connect and Spotify Connect, streaming is even easier directly from within their apps.

To access your collection of digital music, stored locally on a NAS or computer, you can use any UPnP/DLNA software from your smartphone or tablet. Or simply download our app GN Control (free for iOS and Android) to control all the features and functions of the DS-1000 EVO, as well as managing your music and streaming services.

HEADPHONES AMP AND LINE PREAMPLIFIER

The DS-1000 EVO models feature a professional 6.3mm headphones output with two sensitivity levels (High/Low), a proprietary technology we developed to get the best out of your headphones. The DS-1000 EVO LINE is also equipped with a Class A preamp stage to control the volume directly in the analogue domain, which can be bypassed when the unit is set to DAC mode.

Specification

• D/A CONVERTER CHIP: 2x AKM AK4493
• FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 20Hz-20kHz +/-0.1dB
• THD (Total Harmonic Distortion): 0.001% max
• SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO: 125dB
• DYNAMIC RANGE: 120dB
• PREAMP STAGE VOLUME CONTROL: Available only on DS-1000 EVO LINE
• NETWORK CONNECTIVITY
  
  • LAN/WLAN (WiFi) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Dual Band (10/433Mbps) Bluetooth: High Definition 5.0 (44/16)
• HIGH QUALITY STREAMING
  
  • Roon Ready, Airplay, MQA, Qobuz, Deezer, Spotify Connect, Tidal, Tidal Connect, vTuner
• SUPPORTED AUDIO FORMATS
  
  • PCM up to 32bit/384kHz
  • DSD up to DSD256 (DSF, DFF)
  • AIFF (.aif, .aiff, .aifc)
  • ALAC
  • WAV (.wav) packed/unpacked
  • FLAC
  • MP3
  • Apple Lossless
  • OGG
  • Monkey’s
• SUPPORTED MEDIA SERVERS
  
  • UPnP*
  • DLNA
  • Roon
  • *UPnP server must support DSD streaming to play DSD files
• DIGITAL INPUTS
  
  • 1x RCA coaxial PCM up to 24bit/192kHz
  • 1x AES/EBU balanced PCM up to 24bit/192kHz
  • 2x TOS-Link PCM up to 24bit/192kHz
  • 1x USB-B asynchronous up to DSD512 and PCM up to 32bit/384kHz
  • 1x USB-A port DSD256 and PCM up to 32bit/384kHz, formatted in FAT32/NTFS (32Gb max for pen drives)
• ANALOGUE INPUTS
  
  • DS-1000 EVO LINE ONLY
  • 1x RCA unbalanced
  • 1x XLR balanced
• AUDIO OUTPUTS DAC
  
  • 1x RCA 2Vrms
  • 1x XLR 2Vrms
• AUDIO OUTPUTS PREAMP
  
  • 1x RCA unbalanced
  • 1x XLR balanced
  • 1x headphone 6,3mm jack on front panel
• OUTPUT IMPEDANCE
  
  • RCA 50Ω
  • XLR 100Ω
• POWER SUPPLY: 100-240V / 50-60Hz
• POWER CONSUMPTION: 30W
• FUSE: 2A T
• DIMENSIONS: 430mm W | 135mm H | 375mm D
• WEIGHT
  
  • Kg. 10 – net
  • Kg. 15 – boxed
• MODELS
• DS-1000 EVO
  • DAC: Dual/Mono AKM AK4493
  • Resolution: up to DSD512 and PCM 32bit/384kHz
  • Digital inputs: Ethernet, USB-A, USB-B, AES/EBU, COAX, TOS
• DS-1000 EVO LINE
  • DAC: Dual/Mono AKM AK4493
  • Resolution: up to DSD512 and PCM 32bit/384kHz
  • Digital inputs: Ethernet, USB-A, USB-B, AES/EBU, COAX, TOS
  • Analogue inputs: XLR balanced, RCA unbalanced
  • Preamplifier: Class A preamp stage with discrete components

About Gold Note

Gold Note, the leading Italian manufacturer in the High-End audio industry, was founded in Firenze in 2012 by Maurizio Aterini, who serves as the CEO and driving force behind the brand. With a focus on Italian craftsmanship, Gold Note offers a complete line of digital and analogue equipment catering to audiophiles worldwide.

Gold Note's story combines tradition and innovation, inspired by the rich history, art, and technology of Firenze. The brand values creativity, technical expertise, and a sense of beauty, which are reflected in every product they create.

The mission of Gold Note is to deliver the full experience of music, capturing the emotion of listening. They strive to achieve perfect musicality through innovative technology, exquisite materials, and Italian design. The result is a full-bodied sound with impeccable imaging, dynamics, and precise placement of instruments and voices.
Gold Note's sound is distinctively Italian, characterised by vivid realism, precise imaging, accurate instrument separation, speed, and clarity of detail. They aim to provide a natural and balanced sound that combines analytical and sentimental qualities, resulting in a unique Italian Sound.

The philosophy of Gold Note revolves around systems thinking, emphasising the synergy created by the components and the entire audio chain. They focus on the holistic approach to design, considering the sum of the parts rather than individual constituents. This approach allows them to craft a complete audio chain that delivers true Italian Sound.
As a contemporary High-End audio brand, Gold Note combines innovation and tradition to meet the needs of the modern audiophile. They embrace engineering, functional design, and manufacturing challenges, striving for excellence while representing the essence of "Made in Italy." Gold Note carefully selects suppliers known for their exceptional quality, often located in Tuscany, near their headquarters.

Quality control is of utmost importance to Gold Note. Each product undergoes thorough individual testing, ensuring the highest level of quality. The lean production system is followed, with each product assembled by a single technician.

Gold Note's commitment to delivering the ultimate musical experience and their dedication to craftsmanship has established them as a renowned brand in the High-End audio industry.