Audiolab D9 DAC

Audiolab D9 – Flagship Digital-to-Analog Converter with Class-Leading Performance and Connectivity

Building on the legacy of the acclaimed M-DAC series, the Audiolab D9 is a state-of-the-art DAC that redefines what’s possible in high-end digital-to-analog conversion. From its reference-grade ESS Sabre ES9038PRO chipset to its broad range of digital inputs, headphone amp, and elegant display interface, the D9 sets a new benchmark for precision, versatility, and musicality in a modern hi-fi system.

🔹 Reference-Class DAC Architecture

• ESS Sabre32 ES9038PRO DAC – Audiolab’s finest DAC implementation yet, featuring HyperStream® II architecture and Time Domain Jitter Eliminator for ultra-low noise, wide dynamic range, and exceptional detail retrieval.

• Full MQA Decoding – Offers authentic studio-quality playback from MQA files via PC USB, Coaxial, and Optical inputs, perfect for TIDAL and local high-res libraries.

• Selectable Filters & Upsampling – Choose from five DAC filter settings and enable upsampling to 352.8kHz or 384kHz for even more refined playback across system configurations.

🔹 High-Resolution Format Support

• PCM up to 768kHz / 32-bit and DSD64, DSD128, DSD256, DSD512

• USB HDD playback supporting MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC, APE at up to 96kHz

• Optical/Coax inputs support up to 192kHz

🔹 Versatile Inputs & Outputs

• Digital Inputs (7 Total):

  • 2 x Optical

  • 2 x Coaxial

  • 1 x AES3/EBU

  • 1 x USB Type-B (PC USB)

  • 1 x USB Type-A (USB HDD)

  • 1 x Bluetooth 5.1 (aptX, aptX HD, LDAC)

• Digital Outputs:

  • 1 x Optical

  • 1 x Coaxial

• Analog Outputs:

  • 1 x XLR Balanced

  • 1 x RCA Unbalanced

  • 1 x 1/4" Headphone Out

  • 2 x 12V Trigger

🔹 Audiophile Headphone Amplifier

• Dedicated Current-Feedback Headphone Stage – Delivers fast transient response, wide bandwidth, and low distortion, optimized for all headphone types, including high-impedance models.

🔹 Modern Design & Display Features

• 2.8" IPS Full-Color LCD – High-resolution screen displays VU meters (digital or analog), source info, sample rate, file format, and menu navigation.

• Sleek Aluminum Chassis – Provides a durable, RF-resistant enclosure that complements modern hi-fi systems.

• USB Firmware Upgradeable – Keeps the D9 future-ready with ongoing performance and compatibility enhancements.

🔹 Performance Specifications

• Output Level: 2.05Vrms (RCA), 4.1Vrms (XLR)

• THD (1kHz, 0dBFS): < 0.001%

• Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz (+/-0.1dB)

• Max Sampling Rates:

  • USB: 768kHz PCM / DSD512

  • Optical/Coaxial: 192kHz

  • USB HDD: 96kHz

The Audiolab D9 is a fully featured digital centerpiece with true reference-grade performance, offering incredible value in a component that bridges the gap between digital precision and analog soul. Whether used as a dedicated DAC, streamer interface, or headphone hub, the D9 offers pure fidelity, flexible integration, and timeless design.