SMSL VMV D3 Advanced R-2R DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter)

SMSL Goes R2R SMSL continues to roll out its high-end VMV desktop audio lineup with the VMV D3 R2R DAC. 4 Discontinued Texas Instruments R2R chips The SMSL VMV D3 uses four discontinued PCM1704U-J Texas Instrument R2R chips for digital-to-analog conversion.

Featuring two chips per channel in a fully balanced design, the D3 uses a series of resistor ladders totally unlike the modern-day delta sigma chips found in most DACs. Top-of-the-line NPC SM5847 digital filter chip An NPC SM5847 digital filter chip works in tandem with the R2R chips for a truly high-performance audio experience.

16-core USB processor The VMV D3 implements the XMOS XU216 chip. This 16-core flagship chip enables bit-perfect audio from multiple inputs at sampling rates up to 32-bit/768kHz PCM and DSD512.

Isolated power supply The D3’s power supply is isolated in a partially partitioned chassis of its own. 2 ultra-low phase noise crystal oscillators The D3 uses two Accusilicon ultra-low phase noise crystal oscillators.

7 Texas Instruments OPA1612 op amps Seven dual bipolar-input Texas Instruments op amps help the D3 achieve low noise density with extremely low distortion. 001%.

All-aluminum remote control The SMSL VMV D3’s fully functional remote lets you sit back, relax, and have full control over the DAC’s functionality. Buttons for menu, input selection, bluetooth mode, and more let you operate the DAC with the style and convenience of an all-aluminum remote.

96kg What’s included SMSL VMV D3 DAC USB cable Power cord User manual Remote control