The TOPPING D90 III Sabre is a fully balanced flagship desktop DAC that carries forward TOPPING's classic D90 legacy into a new era. Featuring dual ES9039S PRO chips in a true dual-mono configuration, MQA full decoding, an XMOS XU316 USB processor, and LDAC Bluetooth 5.1, the D90 III Sabre achieves a vanishingly low THD+N of <0.000045% — authentic, transparent sound reproduction at the highest level.
Dual ES9039S PRO
MQA Full Decode
XMOS XU316
THD+N <0.000045%
LDAC / aptX Adaptive
PCM 768kHz / 32bit
DSD512 Native
Preamplifier Mode
CPLD Jitter Rejection -160dB
12V Trigger I/O
XLR 4V / 5V + RCA 2V / 2.5V
Black / Silver
Key Features
Dual ES9039S PRO — True Dual-Mono Fully Balanced Architecture
Each audio channel independently utilizes a dedicated ES9039S PRO chip, providing superior channel separation, higher SNR, greater dynamic range, and lower distortion compared to the previous D90SE — setting a new benchmark in its class.
CPLD Clock Processing — Jitter as Low as -160dB
The D90 III Sabre uses a CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device) to process and optimize the clock signal, achieving incredible jitter rejection of -160dB across all inputs — USB, optical, coaxial, and AES — for a pitch-black noise floor.
MQA Full Decoding — Renderer, MQA & MQA Studio
MQA decoding is not limited to USB — it is supported on coaxial, optical, and AES inputs as well. All three MQA decoding modes are supported: Renderer, MQA, and MQA Studio, giving you full flexibility with your streaming and file playback setup.
Brand New I/V Conversion Circuit — Pushing Physics to the Limit
A completely redesigned I/V conversion circuit delivers lower distortion and lower noise while occupying less space. This circuit is engineered to extract the absolute maximum performance from the ES9039S PRO chips.
THD+N <0.000045% — Authentic Transparent Reproduction
With a total harmonic distortion figure of just <0.000045%, the D90 III Sabre reproduces music with extraordinary clarity and precision. Every micro-detail, every breath, every texture flows through without coloration.
LDAC Bluetooth 5.1 — Wireless Beyond CD Quality
Equipped with QCC5125 and Bluetooth 5.1, the D90 III Sabre supports LDAC / aptX Adaptive / aptX HD / AAC / SBC — transmitting audio at up to 96kHz/24bit wirelessly, delivering a listening experience that surpasses CD resolution without a cable in sight.
Preamplifier Mode — Connect Directly to Power Amplifier or Active Speakers
In addition to a fixed-output DAC mode, the D90 III Sabre features a fully functional preamplifier mode with volume control, allowing direct connection to a power amplifier or active speakers for a cleaner, more streamlined system.
Flexible Output Levels — XLR 4V / 5V & RCA 2V / 2.5V
Choose between standard output levels (XLR 4V / RCA 2V) for maximum device compatibility, or push to higher output levels (XLR 5V / RCA 2.5V) to extract the last drop of performance from your amplifier chain.
IIS Ultra-High Specification Input — Full Compatibility
The D90 III Sabre supports IIS mode selection including DSD FLAG 15/14, IIS DSDR LRCLK, IIS DSDR DATA, IIS PHASE STD/REV — compatible with most digital interfaces on the market.
12V Trigger I/O — Smart System Integration
The built-in 12V Trigger input and output allows the D90 III Sabre to be triggered by other devices or to actively trigger other components to power on and off synchronously — perfect for an integrated hi-fi system.
Plug and Play — Wide OS Compatibility
Compatible with Windows 10/11, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android. USB audio is based on the industrial-grade XMOS XU316 + Thesycon driver (Windows ASIO). All other systems work driver-free.
In the Box
D90 III Sabre × 1 / Bluetooth Remote Control × 1 / USB Cable × 1 / AC Cable × 1 / Bluetooth Antenna × 1 / Product Information Card × 1
Specifications
| DAC Chip |
Dual ES9039S PRO (True Dual-Mono) |
| USB Processor |
XMOS XU316 + Thesycon Driver |
| MQA |
Full Decoder (Renderer / MQA / MQA Studio) |
| Jitter Rejection |
-160dB (CPLD Clock Processing) |
| THD+N |
<0.000045% |
| USB PCM |
Up to 768kHz / 32bit |
| USB DSD |
DSD512 (Native) |
| Digital Inputs |
USB / Optical / Coaxial / AES / IIS |
| Analog Output |
XLR Balanced (4V / 5V) + RCA (2V / 2.5V) |
| Bluetooth |
5.1 — LDAC / aptX Adaptive / aptX HD / AAC / SBC |
| Bluetooth Max Resolution |
96kHz / 24bit |
| Preamplifier Mode |
Yes (Volume Control) |
| 12V Trigger |
Input + Output |
| OS Compatibility |
Windows 10/11 / macOS / Linux / iOS / Android |
| Color Options |
Black / Silver |
| Price |
$899.00 USD |