With this modernized version of the X-Sabre PRO, Matrix offers a 32bit DAC based on a ES9038PRO chip. This new release adds support for the Master Quality Authenticated technology (MQA) to the already impressive technical capabilities of the X-Sabre PRO.

This 32 bit DAC is able to decode digital DSD stream & PCM (including MQA), making it an extremely complete high-fidelity device.

Test and measurement by Audio Science Review

That beauty runs deep when it comes to performance as Matrix Audio X-Sabre Pro MQA unseats its own brother to take the crown of the best DAC I have ever measured. Considering that the list now includes nearly 160 DACs, this is an incredible achievement.

Advanced electronic circuit

In order to fit in all types of audiophiles installations, Matrix Audio's X-Sabre PRO has a clock configuration function that can select between 9038PRO reference clock and its own ultra-low noise internal clock. A dedicated software controls this setting to significantly enhance the decoding of the audio stream.

All clocks are built with high frequency Crystek audio oscillators. They enjoy an extremely low phase noise of -169dB and provide clock signals with pinpoint accuracy. Two oscillators brings sample rates 44.1kHz & 48kHz with their multiple and the third is the reference clock of the ES9038PRO chip.

No fewer than 10 power-supply groups ensure the proper functioning of each unit of the circuit. A dedicated LDO ultra low noise regulator ES9311 with two internal power supply groups (noise 1μVrms) powers the left & right channels of the analog circuit.

Interfaces XMOS XU216 & AK4118

To make the most of the excellent capabilities of ES9038PRO decoder, the X-Sabre PRO USB interface embeds XMOS XU216 (asynchronous) and a S / PDIF interface AK4118.

These very performance components allow the DAC to work in the best conditions to enjoy an excellent computing power and multi-channel processing capability.