B.dac one EX

DAC / STREAMER / SERVER

Taking full advantage of all digital formats, the B.dac one EX uses the main technological refinements introduced in the reference series to deliver a natural and dynamic sound, rich in micro-information.

The B.dac one EX includes a network input giving access to streaming functionalities, as well as a USB slot for direct connection of storage media. Additionally, a DSP-based acoustic correction feature offers a wide range of possibilities for adjusting to the listening environment.

Technology

Streaming inputs are optimally interfaced with B.audio’s patented Source Jitter Removal (SJR) technology – a process that effectively eliminates 100% of the source jitter. Enabling the conversion circuitry to work optimally, the SJR provides unmatched digital-to-analog conversion quality regardless of the audio format used.

Network functionalities

The available features include:
– access to streaming services (Qobuz, Tidal, Spotify …) via compatible iOS and Android applications
– compatibility with protocols UPnP, MPD, LMS, NAA, Roon, Airplay, Spotify
– playback of various formats: PCM up to 384kHz / DXD / DoP / native DSD up to DSD 256
– integrated UPnP server (makes data stored on USB media accessible over the network)

Acoustic correction

The onboard DSP features parametric acoustic correction to help make the most of the room and speakers. In-house developed, this functionality is based on a 64-bit architecture. The overall gain is determined automatically without user intervention, which guarantees the absence of saturation regardless of the parameters used. These specific features preserve the signal quality, thereby ensuring an optimal result.

Remote control

Each B.dac one EX comes with a custom-made remote control made of massive aluminium.


SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL
Power supply Factory set : 220-230V or 100-115V, 50-60Hz
Dimensions 450x375x91mm
Weight 6,9kg
TECHNICAL
Power stage total capacity > 45 000µF
Power stage regulation multiple, linear
Conversion type multibit sigma-delta
Clock management patented SJR technology
STREAMER / SERVER
Connectors 1x RJ45, 1x USB DATA
Streaming protocols UPnP, MPD, LMS, NAA, Roon, Airplay
access to streaming services (Qobuz, Tidal, Spotify, …) via compatible iOS and Android applications
Supported formats PCM up to 384kHz / DXD / DoP / native DSD up to DSD 256
gapless playback with compatible control applications
Integrated music server UPnP / Openhome compliant
ACOUSTIC CORRECTION
Architecture 64-bit DSP
Specifications 8x parametric filters with automatic gain adjustment
DIGITAL IN
Connectors 2x SPDIF, 2x Toslink, 1x AES/EBU, 1x USB (type B)
USB (type B)
operating mode asynchronous
Supported format PCM (incl. DXD), DSD, DSD over PCM (DoP)
Sample rate (PCM) 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz, 352.8kHz (DXD), 384kHz
Word length (PCM) 16, 24, 32 bits
Data rate (DSD) 2.8224MHz (DSD64), 5.7648MHz (DSD128), 11.2896MHz (DSD256)
Data rate (DSD over PCM) 2.8224MHz (DSD64), 5.7648MHz (DSD128)
SPDIF and AES/EBU
Supported format PCM
Sample rate (PCM) 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz
Word length (PCM) 16, 24 bits
Toslink
Supported format PCM
Sample rate (PCM) 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz
Word length (PCM) 16, 24 bits
ANALOG OUT
Balanced
Connectors XLR
Output impedance: 100 Ohms
Unbalanced
Connectors RCA
Output impedance: 75 Ohms