Rotel DX-3 Headphone Amplifier

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$2,249.00

The Rotel DX-3 is the ultimate audio companion combining the sophistication of an ESS Sabre DAC with an integrated Headphone Amplifier packaged in an elegant, size-efficient chassis. Audio is rendered with precision and performance supporting an array of both modern and legacy source inputs including PC-USB (32- bit / 384kHz) with DSD 4X support, Coaxial and Optical (24-bit / 192kHz), wireless aptX^TMHD Bluetooth and an RCA analog connection.

At its core the DX-3 is driven by an ESS Sabre ES9028PRO 8-channel DAC ensuring exceptional digital-to-analog conversion rendering music with ultimate resolution maximized on an immersive soundstage. The internal headphone amplifier is powered by a custom in-house manufactured, shielded toroidal transformer with high current drivers to deliver dynamics with an ultra-low distortion of < 0.004%.

Variable user selectable headphone gain levels of High, Medium and Low ensures support for low and high impedance headphones through convenient front panel 4.4mm balanced and 6.35mm single ended headphone connectors. Volume attenuation is controlled by an audiophile grade NJW1195A analog controller delivering precise steps as refined as 0.5dB.

The DX-3 also functions as a standalone DAC and fully functional Preamplifier via XLR Balanced and RCA outputs. This extends the flexibility of installation to directly drive external amplifiers, powered speakers or feeding an existing audio system.

A full-color front panel display provides all user feedback and simplifies a powerful array of setup options with ease. The included aluminum extruded remote control puts the power of the DX-3 in your hands providing access to all runtime and setup functions.

Whether used as a high-performance Headphone Amplifier, feature laden Preamplifier or high-performance DAC, the DX-3 redefines the personal audio space with performance, features and value exquisitely packaged; ideal for discerning audiophiles.

Price includes shipping to most areas of Canada

Headphone Section

Headphone Power Output (THD+N < 1%) - Single-Ended (6.35mm)	765mW - 16 Ohms 383mW - 32 Ohms 41mW - 300 Hms
Headphone Power Output (THD+N < 1%) - Balanced (4.4mm)	2.8W - 16 Ohms 1.4W - 32 Ohms 150mW - 300 Ohms
Total Harmonic Distortion (32 Ohms, 1kHz)	Single-ended - <0.008% @ 70mW Balanced - <0.004% @ 270mW
Intermodulation Distortion (60 Hz : 7k Hz, 4:1)	Single-ended - <0.01% Balanced - <0.006%
Frequency Response	20Hz - 20kHz (+0dB, -0.2dB)
Output Impedance	Single-ended - <0.3 Ohms <0.6 Ohms
Signal to Noise Ratio (IHF "A" weighted)	Single-ended - >100dB Balanced - >110dB
Gain	0dB @ Gain = H -6dB @ Gain = M -12dB @ Gain = L
Recommended Headphone Impedance	16Ohms - 300Ohms

Analog Section

Total Harmonic Distortion (20hz-20kHz)	Unbalanced (RCA) - <0.006% Balanced (XLR) - <0.003%
Intermodulation Distortion (60 Hz : 7k Hz, 4:1)	<0.001%
Frequency Response	20Hz-20kHz (+0dB, -0.4dB)
Signal to Noise Ratio (IHF "A" weighted)	>107dB
Line Output Level / Impedance	Unbalanced (RCA) - 1 Vrms / 100 Ohms Balanced (XLR) - 2 Vrms / 200 Ohms
Input Sensitivity / Impedance	1.2V/10k Ohms
Input Overload	5V
Channel Separation	>86dB @ 10kHz

Digital Section

Total Harmonic Distortion (20Hz-20kHz)	Unbalanced (RCA) - <0.005% Balanced (XLR) - <0.003%
Line Output Level	Unbalanced (RCA) - 1.6 Vrms Balanced (XLR) - 3.5 Vrms
Frequency Response	10Hz-20kHz (+0dB, -0.5dB)
Signal to Noise Ratio (IHF "A" weighted)	>112dB
Input Sensitivity / Impedance	0dBFS / 75 Ohms
Digital Inputs	1x Coaxial (RCA, up to 24-bit 192kHz) 1x Optical (Toslink, up to 24-bit 192kHz) 1x USB-B (up to 32-bit 384kHz Bluetooth
PC-USB	USB Class 2.0 (up to 32-bit, 384kHz) Support DSD (up to 11.2MHz) Support DoP (up to 5.6MHz) Roon Tested

General

Dimensions (WxHxD)	8 1/2" (215mm) x 3" (76mm) x 9 3/4" (247mm)
Front Panel Height	2 3/4" (70mm)
Weight	7.1lbs (3.2kg)
Finish	Black and Silver