All items tagged with ESS Technology (93)
ESS Technology Introduces New Stereo High Performance CODEC
January 24, 2024 by audioXpress Staff

ESS Technology Introduces New Stereo High Performance CODEC

With market demand for encoder/decoder solutions on the rise, ESS Technology introduced a new SABRE CODEC that integrates its newest generation high performance stereo analog and digital channels in a single chip. The new ESS ES9290 is a synchronous CODEC incorporating both stereo ADCs and DACs that provide ultra-low noise conversion with a dynamic range (DNR) of +116dB/+116dB, and with THD+N rated at -108dB/-110dB (ADC/DAC respectively) per channel.
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WiiM Announces WiiM Amp Integrated Streaming Amplifier and Multiroom Audio Streamer
November 22, 2023 by Joao Martins

WiiM Announces WiiM Amp Integrated Streaming Amplifier and Multiroom Audio Streamer

From audio streamers, WiiM has now evolved to a complete integrated amplifier design that is able to power any classic passive speakers, and effortlessly stream any source wirelessly to the whole home. The new WiiM Amp merges a streamer with a TI 3255 Class-D audio amplifier and ESS Sabre premium 32-bit DAC. It offers a range of analog and digital inputs, including HDMI ARC and USB, supporting up to 24-bit/192kHz playback. The new WiiM Amp will be available in silver and space gray for $299 on Amazon.
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Three Integrated Amplifiers, CD Player, and High-Resolution Music Streamer Developed to Stay True to ARCAM's Heritage
October 4, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Three Integrated Amplifiers, CD Player, and High-Resolution Music Streamer Developed to Stay True to ARCAM's Heritage

British brand ARCAM, now part of the Harman Luxury Audio Group, announced the launch of the ARCAM Radia Series of audio products consisting of the ARCAM A5, A15 and A25 integrated amplifiers, the ARCAM CD5 CD player, and the ARCAM ST5 high-resolution streamer. Not exactly "old skool" audio components, the new ARCAM designs are a welcome refresh for the brand with a unique combination of modern, bold aesthetics, and modern audio technology.
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Origin Acoustics and WiiM Partner to Create and Distribute Professional Smart Audio Solutions
August 30, 2023 by Joao Martins

Origin Acoustics and WiiM Partner to Create and Distribute Professional Smart Audio Solutions

Origin Acoustics, the dynamic and fast-growing architectural audio and electronic solutions manufacturer and distributor, announced a strategic partnership with WiiM, the streaming audio technology brand created by Linkplay to provide high-quality smart home experiences through accessible AI-connected products. Origin Acoustics and WiiM have joined forces to co-develop cutting-edge WiiM Professional CI Series products, designed to cater to both residential and commercial custom installations.
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Bluesound Launches NODE X Premium High-Resolution Wireless Multiroom Music Streamer
May 12, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Bluesound Launches NODE X Premium High-Resolution Wireless Multiroom Music Streamer

Bluesound announced the launch of a special limited-run Anniversary Edition NODE X streamer created in celebration of its 10th anniversary. The NODE X, in a unique silver finish, takes the brand’s iconic NODE hi-res multiroom player and adds the venerable ESS 9028Q2M Sabre DAC, plus a truly high-end headphone amplifier driven by cutting edge THX AAA (Achromatic Audio Amplifier) technology with patented feed-forward error correction. The NODE X retails at USD $749 / EUR €799 and is now available.
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NAD Announces Masters M66 BluOS Streaming DAC-Preamplifier
May 11, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

NAD Announces Masters M66 BluOS Streaming DAC-Preamplifier

Ahead of the High End Munich show in Germany (May 18-21) and of its retail launch, NAD Electronics announced the Masters M66 BluOS Streaming DAC-Preamplifier, a new no-compromise flagship component, so advanced, it represents an entirely new category of hi-fi separates. The M66 offers leading-edge capabilities like BluOS high-resolution music streaming, Dirac Live Room Correction, Dirac Live Bass Control and four independent subwoofer outputs, a first for a two-channel pre-amp.
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Audioengine Launches 2nd Generation Hi-Res 32-bit D1 Portable Headphone Amplifier and DAC
May 8, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Audioengine Launches 2nd Generation Hi-Res 32-bit D1 Portable Headphone Amplifier and DAC

Audioengine, an innovative brand of affordable home audio products is now shipping its 2nd Generation Hi-Res 32-bit D1 Portable Headphone Amplifier and DAC. Engineered for music lovers on the go, the compact D1 is equipped with both USB-C and optical (SPDIF) inputs. The DAC is equipped with an ESS ES9018 DAC and an optical receiver ESS9018, offering a full-scale output of 2.0V RMS with an output impedance of 4.7 ohm, working with the most demanding headphones.
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HEM Introduces New Ferrum WANDLA Flagship DAC/Preamp
April 25, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

HEM Introduces New Ferrum WANDLA Flagship DAC/Preamp

Polish audio manufacturer HEM continues to introduce new high-end audio products under its brand Ferrum. First it launched the HYPSOS hybrid power system, followed by the OOR headphone amplifier, and the ERCO USB-C DAC with headphone preamp, establishing a new reference in quality and price for a desktop high end design. Now, the company introduced the new WANDLA, a flagship DA converter that can also be powered by the HYPSOS.
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ESS Technology Releases New 2 Channel High Performance Audio ES9826 SABRE ADC With Integrated PGA
April 14, 2023 by Cristina Costa

ESS Technology Releases New 2 Channel High Performance Audio ES9826 SABRE ADC With Integrated PGA

ESS Technology released its new 2 channel ES9826 SABRE Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC). The new device combines effectively two integrated ADC circuits which use ESS’ patented Hyperstream IV ADC architecture, and a front-end PGA. Together, the new SABRE ADC device delivers high quality audio with a DNR of +123dB and a THD+N of -105dB, setting another industry benchmark for the company in terms of audio performance, features, and cost effectiveness.
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ESS Technology Introduces ES9069Q & ES9039Q2M 2-Channel Digital-to-Analog Converters
March 21, 2023 by Joao Martins

ESS Technology Introduces ES9069Q & ES9039Q2M 2-Channel Digital-to-Analog Converters

ESS Technology introduced two new SABRE Series high performance Digital-to-Analog 2-channel converters targeting applications that require outstanding stereo performance. According to the semiconductor company, the new ES9069Q and ES9039Q2M SABRE DACs continue to set the benchmark in ultra-low noise digital conversion with a dynamic range (DNR) of +130dB and -120dB THD+N per channel.
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