Très bon petit dac au look sympa avec un rendu precis sans être trop froid .
Il fonctionne aussi bien avec mon pc windows 10 et ma invidia shield .
" Pour les petits budgets qui veulent quand même de la qualité" c'est le bon choix !
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To operate the remote control with Sanskrit, it is necessary to press the "C" key on the remote control.
DAC XMOS, AK4493 DSD512 PCM768kHz
This is the MKII version of SMSL Sanskrit 10th anniversary edition: an original and aesthetic device with extremely comprehensive features for a very affordable price. It works with a conversion chip AKM AK4493, a USB interface XMOS and its construction follows proven circuits in high fidelity audio.
It has a rotating screen (like a smartphone) that allows it to be installed on both sides (Length / Width) without losing legibility. A second novelty lays in its power supply since the device has two USB inputs, so as to separate the power supply from data and gain in sound clarity.
SMSL SANSKRIT 10Th MKII
SMSL SANSKRIT 10Th standard
DAC
AK4493
AK4490
THD+N
0.0002%
0.0005%
SNR
120dB
118dB
Sampling Rate
PCM : 768kHz / DSD512
PCM : 384kHz / DSD256
Definitely designed for the high-quality sound, Sanskrit is able to decode DSD formats (DSD512 max) and PCM (768kHz).
It has all the necessary inputs to meet a complex installation and can simultaneously connect a digital audio source (computer, smartphone OTG, media center), a TV and a gaming station thanks to USB / Coaxial and Optics ports.
To facilitate installation in any type of environment, Sanskrit can be placed either on its edge or along its length. Best of all, the device has an integrated sensor allowing it to automatically orient the screen in your reading direction.
The digital / analog decoding is made possible by a chip AK4493 AKM. This advanced audio component preserves transparency, finesse and details in the sound reproduction.
The AK4490 operates together with a XMOS asynchronous USB interface thant is famous for its native support of DSD streams. These chips are integrated in Sanskrit with a procession of proven electronic components from the power-supply units to NDK ultra low phase noise clocks.
With this choice of ambitious components (especially in this price range), DAC Sanskrit delivers crystal clear sound with extremely low distortion (THD + N 0.0002%), wide dynamic range of 119dB and comfortable SNR of 120dB.
Finally, Sanskrit has two features that are found usually in larger, more complex and more expensive devices:
- A hardware volume control (does not damage the resolution in digital audio stream). This feature allows to connect Sanskrit directly to a power amplifier without necessarily having to go through a volume controller preamplifier.
- A remote control support. Every function can be driven remotely such as : raise / lower the volume, alternate sources ...
Sanskrit is USB-powered via a Micro-USB input on its back cover.
To isolate the audio signal from the noise coming along the power supply, two USB entries are present: one dedicated to data only and the other dedicated exclusively to the power supply. Thanks to this configuration, the audio source is not in charge of powering the DAC - which is generally poor in this function - and it is quite possible to connect this USB input to a real regulated linear power supply that meets the audiophile standards to maximize your listening experience.
These mini "pocket" DACs are changing the game with their excellent performance and budget prices. There is really no excuse to use sub-par DACs or spend orders of magnitude for boutique DACs with far worse performance.
"S.M.S.L offers a visually beautiful digital to analog converter with superb sound performance, among the moste beautiful sounds we heard."
1 - I/R Receiver
2 - Display (auto pitch)
3 - Power / selection button
4 - Analog Out RCA Stereo
5 - Coaxial Input
6 - Optical Input
7 - USB input (DATA)
8 - USB input (Power)
Specifications | |
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Type | DAC |
Volume Control | Yes |
Output Level | 2.2Vrms |
THD + N | 0.0002% |
Dynamic range | 119dB |
Signal / N ratio | 120dB |
USB compatibility | Windows 7/8 / 8.1 / 10 Mac OS X10.6 and higher Linux |
BIT Depth | USB: 1-32bit Coaxial / Optical: 1-24bit |
Sample rate | USB PCM: 44.1 - 768kHz USB DSD: DSD512 Optical / Coaxial: 32-192kHz |
Power supply | Micro-USB 5VDC (Not Included) |
Power consumption | 1.5W |
Quiescent current | Less than 0.1W |
Dimensions | 75 x 45 x 144mm (width / height / depth) |
Weight | 300g |
Package Contents | |
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1x | DAC Sanskrit 10th anniversary MKII |
1x | Remote control (Press "C" to activate the remote control) |
1x | USB-A to Micro-USB cable 1.1m |
8x | silicone feet |
Input | SPDIF |
Input | USB |
Input | Optical |
Output | RCA |
DAC / ADC Chip | AK4493EQ |
Max sampling rate | 768kHz |
Color | Other |
Networking | No |
Remote Control | Yes |
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