Isoteric N-05XE Network DAC Preamplifier

The N-05XE network DAC preamplifier
features next-generation discrete DAC
and network engine technologies for even higher sound quality

Designed to deliver the highest sound quality in the smallest possible system configuration, the N-05XE features an optical network-compatible G4 network engine and a next-generation G2 discrete DAC. It also has a dual balanced preamplifier derived directly from the Grandioso models along with a high-quality built-in headphone amplifier.
The "XE" model retains its acclaimed functionality while meticulously refining every circuit component through a newly optimized design. Enjoy the refined Esoteric signature sound to your heart's content.

Spec description
Network Section
 
Supported File Formats
 
PCM Lossless
FLAC, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, MQA
DSD Lossless
DSF, DSDIFF (DFF) , DoP
Compressed Audio
MP3, AAC
Ethernet Port
1 (1000BASE-T)
SFP Port
1 (1000BASE-T/-LX (Single Mode), 1000BASE-SX (Multi Mode) )
USB Drive Port
1 (Type-A)
1 (Type-C)
* USB2.0 or higher recommended
Supported File System
FAT32, exFAT, NTFS, Single Partation
Maximum Current Supply
0.5A Each
Supported Sampling Frequencies
 
PCM
44.1 to 768kHz, 16bit / 24bit / 32bit
DSD
2.8MHz, 5.6MHz, 11.2MHz, 22.5MHz
Bluetooth Section
 
Bluetooth Version
4.2
Output Class
Class2 (Range: Approx. 10m)
* The communication range is approximate, and it varies depending on the surrounding environment and wave conditions.
Supported Profile
A2DP, AVRCP
Supported A2DP Codec
LDAC, LHDC, Qualcomm®aptX ™ HD audio, Qualcomm®aptX ™ audio, AAC, SBC
A2DP Contents Protection
SCMS-T
Number of Pairing Memory
Max. 8
Number of Multipoint Connection
Max. 2
Digital Audio Inputs
 
XLR
1
Input Level
5.0Vp-p
Input Impedance
110Ω
Input Signal Formats
 
Linear PCM
32 to 192kHz, 16bit / 24bit (AES/EBU Format)
DSD
2.8MHz (ES-Link1, ES-Link2, DoP Format)
RCA
2
Input Level
0.5Vp-p
Input Impedance
75Ω
Input Signal Formats
 
Linear PCM
32 to 192kHz, 16bit / 24bit (IEC60958 Format)
DSD
2.8MHz (DoP Format)
Optical
2
Input Level
–24.0 to –14.5 dBm peak
Input Signal Formats
 
Linear PCM
32 to 192kHz, 16bit / 24bit (IEC60958 Format)
DSD
2.8MHz (DoP Format)
USB
2 (Type-B, Type-C) , USB 2.0 Compliant
Input Signal Formats
 
Linear PCM
44.1 to 384kHz, 16bit / 24bit / 32bit
DSD
2.8MHz, 5.6MHz, 11.2MHz, 22.5MHz (DoP Format)
Analog Audio Inputs
 
XLR/ES-Link Analog
1 (L/R)
Input Impedance
16kΩ (XLR)
Input Voltage
5Vrms (XLR)
Maximum Input Voltage
11Vrms (XLR, 1kHz, THD 0.1％)
RCA
1 (L/R)
Input Impedance
10kΩ
Input Voltage
2.5Vrms
Maximum Input Voltage
5.5Vrms (1kHz, THD 0.1％)
Analog Audio Outputs
 
XLR/ES-Link Analog
1 (L/R)
Output Impedance
40Ω (XLR)
Rated Output Voltage
5Vrms (XLR, at 0.0dB Volume, PCM Digital Input, Full Scale Signal)
Maximum Output Voltage
12Vrms (XLR, 1kHz, THD 1％)
RCA
1 (L/R)
Output Impedance
15Ω
Rated Output Voltage
2.5Vrms (at 0.0dB Volume, PCM Digital Input, Full Scale Signal)
Maximum Output Voltage
6Vrms (1kHz, THD 1％)
ES-Link Analog Pre-Out
1 (L/R)
DAC Audio Performance
 
Frequency Response
5Hz to 30kHz (–3dB, DSD 2.8MHz 0dB, DSDF=8SFT, XLR Output)
S/N Ratio
109dB (A-Weight, DSD 2.8MHz 0dB, DSDF=8SFT, XLR Output)
Distortion
0.001％ (1kHz, DSD 2.8MHz 0dB, DSDF=8SFT, XLR Output)
Headphone Outputs
 
¼ (6.3mm) Stereo Phone Jack
1
4-Pin XLR
1
Maximum Output Power
1,200mW + 1,200ｍW (32Ω Load)
Compatible Impedance
16 to 600Ω
Clock Input
 
BNC
1
Input Frequency
10MHz (±10ppm)
Input Impedance
50Ω
Input Level
 
Rectangular Wave
TTL Level or Equivalent
Sine Wave
0.5 to 1.0Vrms
External Control
 
Trigger In
1 (3.5mm Monaural Mini Jack)
Input Level
12V, 1mA
Trigger Out
1 (3.5mm Monaural Mini Jack)
Output Level
12V, 100mA Max
General
 
Power Supply
AC 220-240V 50/60Hz (Europe)
AC 120V, 60Hz (US/Canada)
AC 220V, 60Hz (Korea)
AC 230V, 50Hz (Hong Kong)
Power Consumption
30W (Standby: 0.3W)
External Dimensions (W×H×D)
445 × 131 × 377mm (Including Protrusions)
Weight
13.6kg
Included Accessories
Power Cord × 1
Remote Control (RC-1339) × 1
AA Batteries × 2
Owner’s Manual × 1
Warranty Card × 1