Cayin Audio iDAC-8 Dual Timbre Digital Analog Converter

Cayin Audio iDAC-8 Dual Timbre Digital Analog Converter

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iDAC-8
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Cayin Audio iDAC-8 Dual Timbre Digital Analog Converter

Features

  • Featuring an L-shaped aluminium cover plate
  • precision mould extrusion
  • CNC precision machining
  • fine sandblasting
  • Anodized surface treatment
  • The DAC has a uniform and delicate texture, making it durable over time.
  • Single-ended Analog Output (RCA)
  • Balanced Analog Output (XLR)
  • AES/EBU Digital Input (XLR)
  • Optical Digital Input (Toslink)
  • I2S Digital Input (HDMI)
  • Coaxial Digital Input (RCA)
  • Coaxial Digital Input (BNC)
  • USB Audio Digital Input
  • Fuse Holder
  • AC Power Socket

Specifications

IDAC-8 Digital Inputs
I2S
Connector HDMI Type A (The device transmits I2S signal with HDMI connector, it is not compatible with standard HDMI device)
PCM Input 16Bit to 32Bit, 44.1kHz to 768kHz
DSD Input DSD-64 to DSD512 (22.6MHz)
USB DAC Input
Connector USB Type-B
PCM Input 16Bit to 32Bit, 44.1kHz to 768kHz
DSD Input DSD-64 to DSD512 (22.6MHz) Native; DoP256 (11.2MHz)
Compatibility Windows 10/11, macOS, Android, iOS*
Mode of Operation Asynchronous USB Audio 2.0 Class
AES/EBU
Connector XLR3 Male
PCM Input 16Bit to 24Bit, 44.1kHz to 192kHz
DSD Input DoP64 (DSD over PCM 2.82MHz)
Impedance 1100
Coaxial
Connector RCA, BNC
PCM Input 16Bit to 24Bit, 44.1kHz to 192kHz
DSD Input DoP64 (DSD over PCM 2.82MHz)
Impedance 75Ω
Optical
Connector TOSLINK
PCM Input 16Bit to 24Bit, 44.1kHz to 176.4kHz
DSD Input DoP64 (DSD over PCM 2.82MHz)
¡DAC-8 Product Information
DAC AK4191 Digital ΔΣ Modulator 2x AK4499EX (Mono Mode)
Volume Control NJW1195AV 4-channel electronic controlled analog volume
Display 3.12″ 256 x 64 OLED Dot-matrix
Digital Inputs I2S, USB Audio, Coaxial (RCA), Coaxial (BNC), AES/EBU, Optical,
Analog Outputs Balanced|| XLR x2, Single-ended|| RCA x2
Weight ~4.6kg
Vacuum Tube RCA|| 6H6b-B x2,  XLR|| 6H6b-B x2
Output Modes Fixed level||Line Out, Variable level||Pre Amp Out
Power Supply 45W toroidal transformer
Power Management 29,200uF Nichicon filtering capacitors + LDO + Regulators
Physical Control Power On/Off, Source, Timbre, Line/Pre, Menu/Volume Knob
Dimension 270x215x70 (mm) (L×W×H)

Description

Cayin Audio iDAC-8

Dual Timbre Digital Analog Converter



High Power High Current Headphone Amplifier



Pre-Amp Output | Line Level Output Dual Analog Outputs with Flexible Connectivity

You can select the desired output mode to match your amplifiers at the push of a button. Pre Out: variable output (with volume control) suitable with power amplifier and active speakers. Line Out: fixed level output (bypassing volume control) suitable with integrated amplifiers.

Fully Balanced AK4191+ Dual AK4499EX DAC Circuit AKM’s new flagship AK4191+AK4499EX chipset was employed to handle the digital-to-analogue conversion function. With two AK4499EX, one for each channel, the DAC will always operate in MONO mode, delivering the full potential of the chipset in a fully balanced circuit.



Architecture

  • Main Filter Capacitor: 6 x 3300uF and 2 x 4700uF Nichicon specialized audio grade power filtering aluminium electrolytic capacitors.
  • Main Filter of 6H6b-B Anode Power Supply: 2x Nichicon 250V220uF specialized aluminium electrolytic capacitors.
  • Op-Amp Power Supply: Servo stabilizing circuit via a pair of +ve/-ve linear voltage regulators, excellent voltage stabilization performance, low noise, low ripple, and reliability.
  • DAC Power Supply: cascaded CLC enhanced filtering power supply with ultra-low noise LDOs from TI and Analog Devices, providing clean and high-quality power to the critical components.
  • DAC Output Stage: ultra-low noise, ultra-low THD dual-stage audio grade Op-Amp. The IV conversion is handled by a set of 4 Op-Amp and LPF is handled by a set of 2 Op-Amp.
  • Analog Output: one piece of ultra-low noise, ultra-low THD dual-stage audio grade Op-Amp handles the balanced to single-ended conversion on Line output and output driving circuit.


Vacuum Tube Timbre: 6H6b-B Dual Triode

Single-ended: 2x 6H6b-B, one per channel. The first stage of the timber circuit consists of two triodes operating in parallel inside the 6H6b-B tube as a cathode follower. This will enhance current drive capability and reduce noise. A fast switching on-resistance MOSFET from Vishay is connected in series as a second-stage voltage follower. Balanced: 2x 6H6b-B, one per channel. The two triode tubes inside the 6H6b-B cathode follower are responsible for the current amplification and driving of the positive and negative phases of the same channel respectively.

Solid-state Timbre: utilitarian Op-Amp

High-performance dual-channel, low-noise, audio-grade operational amplifiers from Texas Instruments are used in the solid-state timbre circuit. The single-ended circuit requires one Op-Amp only while the balanced circuit involves two pieces.

The iDAC-8 is a new member of the Cayin i-series products, it shares a unified design language with the iDAP-8 digital streamer and the iHA-8 headphone amplifier. Each product can be used individually or can be combined to form a set.



A Dear Connection to Music High Precision Volume Controller

Volume control plays an important role when Preamp mode is engaged. On top of providing a precise adjustment, it is the key to transparent and accurate playback.

The NJW1195AV volume controller in iDAP- 8 adjusts volume via a 4-channel low noise, low distortion resistance ladder circuit that offers good inter-channel consistency and a highly accurate audio experience.

While controlled electronically, the volume is adjusted purely in the analogue domain.



Exquisite, Compact and Blend

Featuring an L-shaped aluminium cover plate, precision mould extrusion, CNC precision machining, fine sandblasting, and anodized surface treatment, the DAC has a uniform and delicate texture, making it durable over time.

The left and right side panels are designed as ridged heat sinks. The extra surface area enhances heat exchanges and improves heat dissipation capacity. The optimized operation condition allows the DAC to deliver its best performance.



Connectivity Meets Every Need

  • Single-ended Analog Output (RCA)
  • Balanced Analog Output (XLR)
  • AES/EBU Digital Input (XLR)
  • Optical Digital Input (Toslink) 
  • I2S Digital Input (HDMI) 
  • Coaxial Digital Input (RCA) 
  • Coaxial Digital Input (BNC) 
  • USB Audio Digital Input 
  • Fuse Holder
  • AC Power Socket


Additional information

Colour

Black

Warranty

Backed with a 1-year Cayin Audio warranty

 

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Delivery Information

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