iBasso DC-Elite

iBasso DC-Elite is an ultimate-level flagship USB DAC/AMP, the brand calls it a miniature DX320MAX. iBasso has designed the DAC with flagship ROHM BD34301EKV DAC chipset that provides exceptional THD+N, SNR, and DNR performance promising ultimate level performance in a simple and compact form factor. It has been designed with a reliable power supply to ensure consistent performance. The DC-Elite benefits from a complete flagship-level player design with a dedicated FPGA, I/V Conversion circuit, LPF module, etc.

The latest DC-Elite is designed based on the exclusive architecture and design of the DX320 Max, the flagship music player. It features ROHM’s MUS-IC series flagship BD34301EKV DAC chipset along with a dedicated FPGA architecture, I/V Conversion circuit, LPF circuit, AMP module, etc delivering an exclusive performance.

iBasso DC-Elite revamps the traditional 24-position, 4-section stepped attenuator, by compressing the volume to one-tenth of the size of the original attenuator. It ensures we get consistent performance with proper balance between the left and right channels. The attenuator design is also identical to the one that was specially crafted for the flagship DX320 Max.

iBasso DC-Elite adopts an in-house developed FPGA algorithm. It utilizes independent NDK Femtosecond oscillators that provide exceptionally low jitter leading to minimal distortion.

iBasso DC-Elite features an advanced power supply design with a synchronous DC-DC converter and ultra-low noise LDOs from linear technology. This design architecture is similar to flagship audio players in the past. The noise level is as low as 0.8uV, ensuring an ultra-clean output with no audible noise floor even with sensitive IEMs.

iBasso DC-Elite is crafted with aerospace-grade titanium alloy material. The device has a luxurious finish paired with tempered glass panels on the top and the bottom. The DC-Elite has an exquisite finish. Titanium alloy provides the device with a lightweight and robust build structure.

iBasso DC-Elite features dual headphone output ports. This includes a 4.4mm pentaconn balanced output and a 3.5mm single-ended output. The device has a maximum output of up to 280mW from the 4.4mm output and up to 162mW from the 3.5mm output. The DC-Elite also has coaxial output support from the 3.5mm port.

Features

• Ultimate Flagship-level DAC/AMP.
• Miniaturized DX320 Max in Portable DAC form.
• Flagship ROHM BD34301EKV DAC Chipset.
• Current Output DAC Architecture./
• CNC-Machined Titanium Shell.
• 24-Position 4-Section Stepped Attenuator.
• Complete Flagship Player Structure Design.
• In-house developed FPGA Architecture With NDK Femtosecond Oscillators.
• Clean & Reliable Performance.
• 4.4mm+3.5mm Dual Headphone Output.
• 3.5mm Coaxial Output Support.
• Multi-color LED Indicator Light.
• VGP Gold Award Winner.
• Integrates Well With iBasso UAC App.
• Maximum Output: 280mW@32Ω, 70mW@300Ω(4.4mm), 162mW@32Ω(3.5mm).
• DNR: 118dB(4.4mm), 115dB(3.5mm).
• SNR: 121dB(4.4mm), 117dB(3.5mm).
• Decoding Support: PCM up to 32-bit/768kHz, Native DSD512.
• Weight: 60.5 grams.
• Size: 64x35x14.5mm.
• Price: $499