GOLD NOTE DS-10 EVO DAC, Headphone Amplifier and Preamplifier
hi-fi+ Review
A versatile and innovative Streaming DAC. Equipped with a state-of-the-art D/A converter, a line preamplifier and a headphone amplifier. The DS-10 EVO LINE has an Analogue input.
In addition to its numerous connectivity options, you can also access all the functions of DS-10 using your smartphone and tablet, even the analogue controls.
The DS-10 EVO supports high-resolution files, such as MQA and DSD (up to DSD512), to provide an unparalleled digital music listening experience. The DS-10 EVO’s technology is housed in a compact aluminium chassis, making this unit the perfect addition to any modern High-End audio system.
With the DS-10 EVO, you can stream music via Roon, Airplay, Tidal, MQA, Qobuz, Spotify, vTuner and Deezer, access a collection of digital music stored locally on a NAS or USB flash drive, or from a smartphone or tablet, via the GN Control app (available for free on iOS and Android) and directly from the Tidal application thanks to the implementation of Tidal Connect. Furthermore, the DS-10 EVO is Roon Ready and compatible with all UPnP/DLNA and Airplay 2.0 services. It can be connected to the network using Wi-Fi or Ethernet port and, at the same time, to a power amplifier or active speakers to explore the limitless possibilities of high-resolution music.
The DS-10 EVO features a unique function that sets it apart from any other DAC, making it extremely flexible: it is possible to modify the DAC profile to adapt it to the music being played, without degrading the audio signal and maintaining the highest quality, by acting on the de-emphasis parameters, on the low-pass digital filters and the DSD filter. These parameters can be adjusted in real-time during playback, quickly and intuitively thanks to the dedicated menu and the TFT display.
On the 2.8″ TFT display, it is possible to quickly view all the available functions and manage them via the SKC (Single Knob Control) knob located on the front panel, the Gold Note remote control or the dedicated GN Control App.
GN Control shows on a smartphone or tablet all the information regarding the track being played, such as the format and resolution, while the user experience is super intuitive thanks to a cutting-edge interface and the possibility of performing firmware updates directly from the internet.
Roon Ready devices have integrated Roon streaming technology and are certified by Roon Labs to provide the highest level of quality and performance in high-resolution streaming.
ROON READY
Being Roon Ready means that Gold Note uses Roon streaming technology, for an incredible user interface, simple setup, rock-solid daily reliability, and the highest levels of audio performance, without compromise.
TIDAL CONNECT
With Tidal Connect you can stream music to your DS-1000 EVO directly from the Tidal app (available on iOS and Android).
AUDIRVĀNA
Plays with Audirvāna products are certified to play music from Audirvāna over USB or network with the best level of integration and audio performance.
EXTERNAL POWER SUPPLY
The PSU-10 EVO is the dedicated external power supply for DS-10, DS-10 PLUS, DS-10 EVO, and DS-10 EVO LINE.
