DS-1000 EVO Line
A flagship digital source engineered for uncompromising performance, the DS‑1000 EVO represents the pinnacle of Gold Note’s innovation in digital audio. Combining high-end streaming capabilities, premium DAC architecture, and Italian design sophistication, it’s an all-in-one solution for audiophiles who demand musicality, detail, and system flexibility.
Key Features:
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Dual-Mono DAC Architecture
At the heart of the DS‑1000 EVO are two premium DAC chips operating in a fully dual-mono configuration, delivering superior channel separation and ultra-low distortion. This design ensures optimal sound fidelity across all formats. -
High-Resolution Audio Support
Compatible with PCM up to 32-bit/384kHz and DSD up to DSD512 via USB, and DSD256 via network, the DS‑1000 EVO is ready for the highest-resolution audio files available. -
Comprehensive Streaming Platform
With built-in support for major streaming services like TIDAL, Qobuz, Spotify, and internet radio, as well as protocols including Roon Ready, AirPlay, and UPnP/DLNA, the unit offers seamless access to music from any source. -
Pure Class A Analog Output Stage
The DS‑1000 EVO features a discrete Class A analog output section, providing a rich, warm sound signature that enhances the musical experience. -
Volume Control and Preamp (LINE Version)
The LINE model includes a high-quality analog volume control and preamplifier stage, allowing it to serve as the control center of a hi-fi system. -
Extensive Connectivity
Equipped with a broad range of inputs and outputs, including USB, AES/EBU, coaxial, optical, RCA, XLR, and headphone outputs, the DS‑1000 EVO integrates effortlessly into any high-end system. -
User-Friendly Interface
A high-resolution display and multifunction control knob offer easy access to settings and filters. Remote control and a dedicated mobile app provide full control from anywhere in the room.
Sound Quality:
The DS‑1000 EVO is engineered not just to reproduce music, but to deliver it with depth, emotion, and realism. Its sonic profile is the result of meticulous analog design combined with cutting-edge digital processing.
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Natural Tonal Balance
The analog Class A stage imparts a smooth, organic quality to the sound, bringing warmth and fullness without sacrificing clarity. -
Exceptional Detail Retrieval
The dual-mono design and precision clocking system allow for outstanding micro-detail and transient reproduction, revealing layers of texture and nuance in every track. -
Expansive Soundstage
Music unfolds in a three-dimensional space, with lifelike imaging and immersive spatial cues that place instruments and vocals precisely within the listening environment. -
Dynamic Control
From delicate acoustic passages to full-scale orchestral peaks, the DS‑1000 EVO handles dynamic swings with ease, delivering a sense of rhythm and impact that draws the listener in. -
Customizable Sound Tuning
Adjustable digital filters and user-selectable playback parameters give listeners the ability to fine-tune the sound to suit their system or musical preferences.
Expandability:
Designed with future-proofing in mind, the DS‑1000 EVO is part of a modular ecosystem that allows for significant performance upgrades.
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External Power Supply Compatibility
For even greater sonic refinement, the unit can be paired with external power supplies to improve stability and reduce electrical noise. -
Optional Tube Output Stage
Add a touch of analog warmth with Gold Note’s proprietary tube modules, offering a lush, harmonically rich presentation while maintaining the DAC’s precision. -
Analog Input Support (LINE Version)
The LINE variant includes balanced and unbalanced analog inputs, enabling the integration of additional analog sources and enhancing system versatility. -
Firmware Updates
Continuous software improvements ensure that the DS‑1000 EVO evolves with technology, adding new features and enhancing performance over time. -
Stackable Modular Design
Available as part of the Gold Note TRIO configuration, the DS‑1000 EVO can be combined with matching external components in a unified chassis design for both aesthetic harmony and technical isolation.