{"product_id":"musician-delphinus","title":"Musician DELPHINUS R2R DAC — Entry-Level R2R with DSD1024 \u0026 5 Inputs","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMusician DELPHINUS — True R2R Sound, Unbeatable Value\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Musician DELPHINUS redefines what an entry-level R2R DAC can be. Built around a genuine R-2R resistor ladder network with ultra-high-precision 0.005% resistors, the DELPHINUS strips away algorithmic shortcuts to deliver music the way it was meant to sound — natural, dynamic, and effortlessly musical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoused in a sturdy iron shell, the DELPHINUS maintains the core R2R experience and specification that audiophiles demand, at a price point that makes high-end digital audio accessible to everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrue R2R Architecture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo delta-sigma shortcuts. The DELPHINUS uses a pure R-2R resistor ladder network with 0.005% high-precision resistors, combined with a dual R2R+DSD architecture. The result is a natural, analogue-like presentation with exceptional dynamic range and a wide, immersive soundstage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVersatile Connectivity — 5 Digital Inputs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect virtually any source with ease:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI2S (with 8 adjustable compatibility modes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoaxial (COAX)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptical (OPT)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAES\/EBU\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalanced XLR and RCA analogue outputs are both included. For best performance, use the XLR output — as a fully balanced DAC, the DELPHINUS shines brightest in balanced mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHigh-Resolution Playback\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePCM up to 32-bit \/ 1536 kHz (USB \u0026amp; I2S)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDSD up to DSD1024 (USB \u0026amp; I2S)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll inputs support DSD64 via DoP and 24-bit\/192 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNOS (Non-Oversampling) and OS (Oversampling) modes selectable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e8-Mode I2S Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DELPHINUS features 8 adjustable I2S modes, making it compatible with the vast majority of I2S-capable devices on the market. The unit automatically assigns the appropriate mode based on the connected device — no manual pin configuration required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExtensive Sound Customisation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFILTER:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast \/ Slow filter adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOS\/NOS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oversampling on\/off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePHASE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Phase inversion adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSWAP:\u003c\/strong\u003e DSD left\/right channel swap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRemote Control Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperate the DELPHINUS from across the room with the included remote control — ideal for living room or home office listening setups. \u003cem\u003eNote: Remote ships without batteries (CR2032 required). Use a 2mm Allen wrench to access the battery compartment.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePremium Internal Components\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMain control chip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Altera FPGA for superior resolution and dynamic range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransformer:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80W toroidal transformer in a shielded metal enclosure for ultra-low noise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacitors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Individually selected and positioned for stable, pure signal transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoldering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precision soldering standards with anti-interference circuit layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBurn-In Recommendation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DELPHINUS benefits from approximately 300 hours of burn-in. We recommend keeping the unit in standby or powered on continuously for the first week after receiving it to achieve optimal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnalog Output Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRCA: 2.0 Vrms | XLR: 4 Vrms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRCA: 625Ω | XLR: 1250Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 Hz – 75 kHz (+1 \/ -3 dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTHD+N\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt;0.002% (A-weighted)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSNR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt;120 dB (A-weighted)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDynamic Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt;121 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStereo Crosstalk\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≥110 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAC Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e115V\/60Hz or 230V\/50Hz (factory-set, not user-adjustable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≤20W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCM Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 32-bit\/1536 kHz (USB \u0026amp; I2S); up to 24-bit\/192 kHz (all inputs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDSD Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDSD1024 (USB \u0026amp; I2S); DSD64 DoP (all inputs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 × 195 × 45 mm (60 mm with base)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.35 kg (2.8 kg with packaging)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusician DELPHINUS R2R DAC × 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote Control × 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAC Power Cord × 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstruction Manual × 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty Card × 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The DELPHINUS is available in 115V and 230V versions. Voltage is factory-set and cannot be manually adjusted — please select the correct version for your region at checkout. We do not recommend connecting both RCA and XLR outputs simultaneously, as this may degrade sound quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/2004\/1455\/files\/b8726fc5d9c2b77275b53a5a5f360bb6_8691c02e-eec4-4288-bc0c-1cf4491de839.jpg?v=1782457175\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MUSICIAN","offers":[{"title":"DELPHINUS","offer_id":49984650510575,"sku":"1005002758465357-Draco III Silver","price":599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/2004\/1455\/files\/1_329a8725-9533-4b77-9da7-2b9fe69c18ab.jpg?v=1782457064","url":"https:\/\/thehificat.com\/products\/musician-delphinus","provider":"The HiFi Cat","version":"1.0","type":"link"}