Audiolab D9 DAC/Headphone Amp

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.