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Marantz HD-DAC1 - Reference Quality Headphone Amplifier, Digital-Analog-Converter & Stereo Preamp All-in-One | High Resolution Audio Playback | iPod/iPhone Compatible | MusicLink Space Saver Design
Compatible Devices | MP3 Player, PC, Headphone, Cellular Phones, Speaker |
Specific Uses For Product | Amplifier,Tv |
Connector Type | Coaxial |
Color | marantz black |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 10 x 4 x 10 inches |
About this item
- This multi-dimensional premium amplifying device exceeds all your music listening needs as a HIGH-END DIGITAL-TO-ANALOG CONVERTER, A REFERENCE QUALITY HEADPHONE AMP & A STEREO PREAMP to connect audio sources & speakers for a complete home theater system!
- DEDICATED HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER – Borrows powerful technologies from the Reference Series like the HDAM-SA2 circuit with three gain settings (Low/Mid/High) and supports a wider range of headphones, even the most demanding ones (up to 600 ohms with ease)
- VERSATILE CONNECTIONS – Plug in any audio source (CD player, gaming console or music player) or stream music via your Laptop, desktop or smartphone using the provided digital and analog inputs or the 2 USB ports
- ELEGANT, RETRO & TIMELESS – The classy wood-pattern sides & top aluminum panel in black finish looks stunning in your bookshelf, cabinet or TV console! The unit sits on stylish extra rigid feet that further eliminate vibrations
- Marantz’s attention to detail in designing PREMIUM HOME ENTERTAINMENT AUDIO SYSTEMS is evident in the HD-CAD1. It comes with A JITTER REMOVER FOR DETAILED ACOUSTIC ACCURACY, so you get best sound and stereo listening experience ever imagined!
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Product Description
This high-quality dedicated Headphone Amplifier creates amazing sound with Current Feedback amplification technologies from Marantz. With its three-level gain control the HD-DAC1 can drive high-impedance headphones up to 600-ohm. You can also directly connect it to your Hi-Fi integrated amplifier or to a pair of active speakers or power amps. It features a high-current, audiophile DAC and audio clock generators with jitter reduction for high-resolution audio playback as the artist intended. Optical and coaxial digital inputs as well as a USB-B port enable you to stream music directly from your PC or MAC, while iDevices can be connected via the USB port on the front. Also includes an analog input for a smartphone or portable music player with analog output.
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Marantz HD-DAC1 Headphone Amplifier with DAC-mode
This ultra-high quality dedicated Headphone Amplifier creates simply amazing sound because it uses Current Feedback amplification technologies from Marantz’s high-end Premium 11 Series. Headphones have always added extra intensity to music, now with the Marantz HD-DAC1 that intensity reaches new climactic heights. This completely new product category comes with a new design, but as always with the unmistakable Marantz family resemblance.
The powerful HD-DAC1 can drive audiophile high-impedance headphones up to 600 ohm - with complete MODE ease. All thanks to its three-level gain control, Marantz HDAM-SA2 modules, a high current audiophile DAC (CS4398), and its Premium Quality fixed and variable RCA outputs. It is so powerful it not only drives headphones, you can also directly connect it to your Hi-Fi integrated amplifier or to a pair of active speakers or power amps. It’s also highly connectable.
Optical and coaxial digital inputs as well as a USB-B port enable you to stream music directly from your PC or MAC; iDevices can also be connected via the USB port on the front. For even more connectivity we have also included an analog input. The USB-B works in asynchronous mode to support not only 192 kHz / 24bits high-resolution audio but also the DSD 2.8MHz and 5.6MHz for maximized performance and the most direct way to enjoy excellent quality. To safeguard quality when connected to a computer, we built extended isolation around the USB-B input to eliminate the chance of a high frequency noise being generated by the computer when entering the HD-DAC1. We even included a jitter remover and Dual Clock for extreme accuracy. Info on volume, input, resolution, etc. is shown on the stylish Marantz Porthole Display. The solid aluminum front is supported by a double layer bottom plate and retro-style side panels. Pure craftsmanship.
Main Features
- High quality Headphone amplifier with DAC Mode
- 2x optical, coaxial and USB type B digital inputs capable of 192kHz/24bit
- Native DSD2.8 and 5.6 support
- High quality D/A converter CS4398
- Noise isolation for all digital inputs (USB-A, Optical, Coaxial, USB-B)
- Gain control to support wide range of headphones
- Fix and variable RCA output
- iDevice capable front USB input
- Gold plated fix level and variable level RCA output terminals
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 10 x 4 x 10 inches |
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Item Weight | 13 pounds |
Manufacturer | Marantz |
ASIN | B00NTR459S |
Item model number | HDDAC1/N1B |
Batteries | 2 AA batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.0 out of 5 stars |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | November 1, 2014 |
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Customers say the DAC is a great product with a fuller bass and smoother overall sound. They say it is remarkably well made and feels substantial. Customers also mention that it is an excellent value in a DAC.
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Customers like the sound quality of the adapter. For example, they mention it has great sound, fuller bass, and smoother overall sound. Some say that it's more quiet than the DAC1 and perfect for non-critical listening.
"...top end was smooth as silk and mids were even lusher with the improved soundstage. Ultimate 3-dimensionality!..." Read more
"...Liked: Dynamics are very very good. Perfect for non critical listening (video games, rock, hip hop.) Forget about jazz, classical, movie soundtracks...." Read more
"...my ciem's, ue 18+ pro, or my paradigm towers, and to my ears, it sounds sublime; and for me it is 95% as enjoyable as the gorgeous ones that cost 5..." Read more
"Good lord this DAC/Amp sounds beautiful. I bought this unit as an upgrade for the Aune X1s paired with the legendary Emotiva a-100 basX amp...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the adapter. They mention that it is a very good DAC, with better midrange and highs. They also say that it's a great headphone amp and a superb piece of equipment.
"...Liked: Bass is done very well, piano is pretty good.Disliked: cymbals, trumpets, upper register of saxes, sounds are a shadow of reality...." Read more
"This DAC is OK. At $799.00 the Marantz competes with other DACs in the price range between $500-800...." Read more
"...Don’t get me wrong, I still think the X1s is a very good DAC and the a100 can drive any headphone ever...." Read more
"...DA-300USB is bad, DAC1 is $799 and 300USB is $499, 300USB is a very capable amp just a different of feel, it's more quiet and dead silent compare to..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the adapter. They mention that it is a good looking unit, a gorgeous piece of hardware, and well built. They also appreciate the functional and elegant design. Overall, customers are happy with the performance and functionality of the product.
"...in my AKG cans -- the hotter top end was smooth as silk and mids were even lusher with the improved soundstage. Ultimate 3-dimensionality!..." Read more
"...Bass that was great now is almost perfect. Low mids are just luscious. Cymbals a LOT LESS DIGITIZED. Phantom Menace actually gave me goose bumps...." Read more
"...a beautiful preamp stage with all the inputs and outputs i needed and more, and a remote, which is super awesome to have;..." Read more
"...Its such a good looking unit." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the build quality of the adapter. They mention that it is remarkably well made, and feels substantial. They also appreciate the luxury materials used.
"...a hefty, gorgeous piece of hardware that feels substantial and well built and high end;..." Read more
"...The build quality on the Marantz is top notch, it looks and feels like a high quality product...." Read more
"...Was a bit unsure about the pricepoint but this is a substantial well built product - right down to the remote...." Read more
"...I have only had this a few days but the quality and weight of the Dac is impressive and I have had a good experience so far." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the adapter. They say it's an excellent value in a DAC, and one of the best values in headphone electronics. Customers also mention that it'd be a great addition to any high-end system.
"...At $800, it's one of the best values in headphone electronics!" Read more
"...a hefty, gorgeous piece of hardware that feels substantial and well built and high end;..." Read more
"...As with most of these things it was pricey but I think worth the money." Read more
"...it's still very much a "new" product........and it's on sale at a great price" Read more
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Cutting to the chase, right out of the box, my HD-800S & AKG K812 sounded as lush, as full and smooth as the Bryston -- with a discernable improvement in the soundstage. Assuming it was the novelty of a new piece of gear, I decided to listen to the Marantz for at least a week without any back&forth switching with the Brystons.
The most evident improvement was in my AKG cans -- the hotter top end was smooth as silk and mids were even lusher with the improved soundstage. Ultimate 3-dimensionality! And the Senn HD800 that's been (justifiably) criticized for a certain artificial sense of depth was pin-point perfect. To state the old hackneyed description, I was rediscovering my classical music collection (hi-res flacs, DSD files). My source is a FiiO X5 second gen connected via coax to the Marantz. Nothing in between. And as bonus, my two iPod Classics at 160GB each, plug directly into the DAC1, extending the capacity for my music. Wow!
Back to my Brystons after a week-long audition of the DAC1, I found a sense of artificial 'detail' and 'presence' that causes listening fatigue after about an hour...with either of my headphones -- something I didn't experience with the Marantz. It becomes 'invisible', allowing me to glory, from massive symphonies to the intimacy of string quartets and everything in between.
As a disclaimer, my musical tastes are almost strictly classical...with a small percentage of early bop. Rock isn't on my radar...but I can see why the Brystons would be more suited to it with its hard-edged sound and faux punchiness. Bottom line, I sold them for a handsome profit and haven't looked back...happy and loving it with the DAC1. At $800, it's one of the best values in headphone electronics!
Disliked: It sounds digitized. It should sound like music. It sounds like digitized music. Very good but digitized.
Liked: Looks sharp. Good weight. Well designed for a lot of inputs.
Disliked: It can’t reproduce dense music like John Williams E.T. soundtrack or Joe Lovano Sinatra tribute One for My Baby
Liked: Bass is done very well, piano is pretty good.
Disliked: cymbals, trumpets, upper register of saxes, sounds are a shadow of reality. It will hurt your ears after an hour.
Liked: Dynamics are very very good. Perfect for non critical listening (video games, rock, hip hop.) Forget about jazz, classical, movie soundtracks. You’ll be left wanting.
It’s definitely not more musical than my Halide dac I bought used more than 5 years ago. I tested this using Focal Clear headphones. My old 2013 Halide Dac sounds better by a significant margin. Much less edgy and more musical; closer to vinyl and actual sounds of vocals and instruments.
I’m gonna burn this in for a few days and update this review. This is a decent 1rst Dac for a music lover who can’t afford anything in this price range and doesn’t want to spend for used equipment. I’ll pass. If you like vinyl you will too. It does lower register stuff very well. It’s dynamic in loads. After that it’s digital edgy music. 50% there unfortunately guys. Keep going Marantz. Hope you make it better next release.
2-11-20
After 36 hour burn in I’m truly surprised how less digitized and edgy the top end has become. It was awful before now it's tolerable but still digitized, but a lot less. Bottom end has become more musical and realistic. I used the medium gain setting for more dynamics and this dac really cooks in 1st gear. Bass is perfect ride in 2nd gear. Low mids are graceful then it gets stuck. Snare sounds shadowy, cymbals sound less fake than before but still fake. I’m buying a Wireworld USB cable to isolate the power and let this thing burn in more. Focal Clears are handling anything this can give out. Will update in a few days. Was a weak 3 stars now a strong 3 stars.
2-14-2020
NOW WE ARE COOKING 72 hour burn in and replaced stock USB with Wireworld USB cable. Now the bass is almost perfect. Midrange 90% better. Highs 75% better. Sound is more musical and locked in. Still can tell its digitized music but much less so. As long as you stick to small combo music jazz and classical you can live with this. I can't, so my search will continue but I am very impressed what this can do for small groups. Orchestral or large ensembles. Forget it. No way this unit can do it. But if your music needs are simple, or all electronic, then get this DAC. If you need a DAC that can do large dense works, keep looking. If realistic cymbals and wood blocks and bells are what you need. Keep looking. If you need vocals that are real. Keep looking. This DAC is 80% of what you really are looking for. If you listen to rock and hip hop or play games; this is the perfect dac for you.
March 03, 2020
Somehow I thought I'd try one more thing before I sent this DAC back. Instead of using the on board amplifier I would feed it into another better headphone amplifier. I have a very old Pioneer VSX-D912 here and let me tell you. GOOD LORD. It is almost not even the same DAC. I can't believe it. Bass that was great now is almost perfect. Low mids are just luscious. Cymbals a LOT LESS DIGITIZED. Phantom Menace actually gave me goose bumps. Immoculation from Schindler's list just sung like an angel. Oh man. Now we have a winner. Why marantz? Why do I have to change out your stock USB cord and use another amplifier? Can't you just make a product that kills without hassles? It kills but after 50 hours of twiddling. Hey guys. Pretty confident this is a 4 star DAC now. Even dense music has seperation in the vocals, french horns, etc... I'm shocked. With caveats and 100 hour burn in you can get 4 star sound here.
a hefty, gorgeous piece of hardware that feels substantial and well built and high end;
a beautiful preamp stage with all the inputs and outputs i needed and more, and a remote, which is super awesome to have;
as far as the DAC goes, i pair it with either my ciem's, ue 18+ pro, or my paradigm towers, and to my ears, it sounds sublime; and for me it is 95% as enjoyable as the gorgeous ones that cost 5 g's or more
how lucky are we to be able to own something like this; it must be a dream
oh yeah, there are drivers for win 10 on the marantz website; yes, they actually work; install the driver and then turn on the dac
remember to use variable outputs if going straight into an amp, which of course does not have a preamp
oh man, do i love the front panel with the central round lcd cutout
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Warm, detailed, open, lush .... essentially it sounds analog without the tubes. Also have a Dragontail Red and by comparison the Dragontail sounds analytical, that is, digital.
Each to their own but my preference is the Marantz big time. It is smooth sounding. Could be the huge power supply, maybe the dual anti jitter clocks, dont know but do know it is exactly what I wanted to hear. Brings me back to the days of reel to reel without any hiss or background noise whatsoever.
Feels extremely well built, including controls.