TANGENT AMPSTER DAC 2

Ampster DAC II by Tangent is an extremely versatile HiFi DAC equipped with a high-end 24-bit Sabre ES9023 D-A converter. It offers the most popular digital inputs including S/PDIF coaxial, Toslink optical and USB, as well as the integrated Bluetooth aptX module to ensure high-quality wireless streaming. It can also be used as a digital preamplifier thanks to the volume control function and as a headphone amplifier.

Description

Ampster DAC 2 is the compact and versatile D-A converter by Tangent

Ampster DAC 2 by Tangent Audio is a digital to analog audio converter designed to offer a very high-quality sound experience at an extremely attractive price. It can handle all the digital sources of the so-called Home Entertainment, such as Streamers, PCs, CD players but also TV and AudioVideo platforms.

The heart of Ampster DAC 2 is the high-end 24-bit Sabre ES9023 D-A converter, which guarantees exceptional precision in audio reproduction. This technology allows you to capture every musical nuance, transforming digital streams into a rich and engaging analog sound.

Ampster DAC 2 can process digital streams with a maximum resolution of 24 bit 192 kHz for PCM and DSD files up to 512x, converting the digital signal into a high quality analog signal, ready to be managed by any integrated amplifier or power amplifier.

In addition to the traditional physical inputs - coaxial S/PDIF, optical Toslink and USB - it allows wireless connection via the integrated Bluetooth aptX receiver.

The volume control function allows you to use it as a digital preamplifier and thanks to the 6.35 mm and 3.5 mm headphone outputs also as a headphone amplifier.

Ampster DAC 2 features the same essential and minimalist design that distinguishes the Tangent electronics range. Its compact and elegant chassis adapts perfectly to any environment, while the robust construction ensures long life and consistent performance over time.

Under the hood

One of the distinguishing features of Ampster DAC 2 is its wide range of connectivity options. Equipped with digital inputs including coaxial S/PDIF, optical Toslink and USB, this electronics adapts to any digital audio source.

The high-resolution aptX Bluetooth module to offer wireless streaming connectivity, i.e. without physical connections, without compromising audio quality. Even if data transmission via Bluetooth involves a small compression of the files, it remains an extremely convenient solution for listening to music and in any case the aptX standard ensures good listening quality.

It will therefore be possible to listen to music from a Streamer, a CD player, a computer, a TV or a smartphone, connecting Ampster DAC 2 to your audio system transforming the digital signal into a memorable audio experience.

You can connect Ampster DAC 2 to your system using the unbalanced RCA or balanced XLR stereo analog outputs; it can be used as a pure DAC or as a digital preamplifier (also taking care of volume control).

Ampster DAC 2 is not only a high-quality converter, but also a digital preamplifier and a headphone amplifier. Its volume control function allows you to precisely adjust the sound level of all digital sources and offers the possibility of directly controlling a power amplifier, such as PowerAmpster 2 from the same line of electronics from the Danish brand.

The headphone amplifier allows you to listen to your favorite music, promoting intimate listening, undisturbed by any noise from nearby environments, with maximum fidelity. It offers two headphone outputs, both for 6.35 mm jack and 3.5 mm minijack, allowing the connection of any type of headphones.

Ampster DAC 2 by Tangent Audio is the definitive choice for audio lovers looking for a versatile, high-quality and feature-rich DAC.

Analogue system? No Problem!

Ampster DAC 2 is the ideal choice for those who own HiFi electronics with traditional analogue inputs: thanks to the numerous digital inputs, it is able to offer complete access to the panorama of digital sources.

This DAC is the best choice for connecting your TV to your HiFi system and enjoying spatial audio even for all content from the most popular platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime or Disney+.

High Resolution Streaming

Connected to a streaming source, such as the compact Elipson WM streamer, it allows you to take full advantage of its resolution so as to manage high-resolution digital streams up to 24 bit 192 kHz. An ideal choice for those who want to listen via high-resolution streaming platforms such as Tidal and Qobuz, but also Amazon Music and Deezer.

Pairings

This compact DAC can be connected to any system, both to provide access to the increasingly popular digital sources and to upgrade your components. The ideal combination is with the Tangent PowerAmpster 2 power amplifier, thanks to the integrated volume control functionality, but it can also be used as a pure DAC.

For the connection, both to a preamplifier and to a power amplifier, you can use unbalanced RCA analog cables or even better balanced XLR cables that offer more effective transmission reducing the risk of interference. In line with the quality of these products, we recommend the signal cables of the Norstone brand.

Access to the world of liquid music is guaranteed by the Elipson WM Streamer, as compact as it is powerful. Alternatively, maintaining the same compact dimensions as the chassis of the Tangent electronics, the Cambridge MXN10 is a high-quality streamer that allows the use of streaming content through a fluid and easy-to-use interface.

To complete the connectivity, Tangent has been making famous electronics of great value for years: from the CD player Tangent CD 2 to the FM Radio and DAB + tuner Tangent Tuner 2.

All the components boast an exceptional form factor, resulting extremely compact and can be stacked on top of each other to facilitate integration even in modern living spaces, avoiding excessive clutter.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Type: DAC

Bluetooth: 5.0 AptX-HD

Digital input: 2 x optical digital toslink, 1 x coaxial, 1 x USB Audio

USB: USB Audio input

Analogue output: RCA & XLR Balanced Stereo Digital output

Digital output: 1 x Optical digital toslink

Headphone output: 1 x 6.35 mm, 1 x 3.5 mm

Remote control: Yes

DAC: Sabre ES9023 24 Bit 192 kHz DSD 64/128/256/512 Stereo Audio DAC

Frequency response: 20 Hz – 50 kHz

Signal/Noise ratio: > 91 dBA

Auto ON (sources): All Sources

Power Supply: Built-in 100 – 240 V

Auto OFF: Yes – 15 min

Stand by consumption: <0.50W (EuP 2013)

Size (without feet): W195 x D194 x H70 mm

Weight: 1,3 kg