The SABRE32 Reference audio DAC series is the world’s highest performance 32-bit audio DAC solution targeted for consumer applications such as Blu-ray player, audio pre-amplifier, A/V receiver and professional applications such as recording systems, mixer consoles and digital audio workstations.

With ESS patented 32-bit Hyperstream DAC architecture and Time Domain Jitter Eliminator, the SABRE32 Reference Stereo DAC delivers an unprecedented DNR of up to 135dB and THD+N of -120dB,the industry’s highest performance level that will satisfy the most demanding audio enthusiasts.

The SABRE32 Reference audio DAC’s 32-bit Hyperstream architecture can handle full 32-bit PCM data via I2S input, as well as DSD or SPDIF data. The SABRE32 Reference supports up to 200kHz input sampling rates and consumes less than 100mW.

Feature                                                Benefit
Patented 32-bit Hyperstream  DAC            Industry’s highest performance 32-bit audio
o Up to 135dB dynamic range                   DAC with unprecidented dynamic range
o -120dB THD+N                                     and ultra low distortion.
Patented Time Domain Jitter Eliminator.    Unmatched audio clarity free from input
                                                              clock jitter.
Universal digital input for up to 200kHz       Supports SPDIF, PCM (I2S, MSB/LSB
sampling rate.                                        justified 16-32-bit ) or DSD input with
                                                               DVD Audio and SACD compatibility.
Integrated DSP functions.                Click-free soft mute and volume
                                                  control.
                                                  Programmable filter characteristics for
                                                  PCM/DSD.
                                                  Programmable Zero detect.
                                                  De-emphasis for 32,44.1 and 48kHZ
                                                  sampling.
Customizable output configuration     Mono, stereo, 4 or 8-channel output
(SABRE32 DAC 8-Channel Reference only) in current or voltage mode based
                                                   on performance criterion.
Customizable filter characteristics.             User programmable filter allowing custom
                                                               roll-off response.
100mW power consumption.                      Simplifies power supply design.

APPLICATIONS
· Blu-ray / SACD / DVD-Audio player
· Audio preamplifier and receiver
· A/V processor
· Professional audio recording systems and mixing consoles
· Digital audio workstation