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ES9018 Reference 32-bit Audio DAC
Datasheet
OVERVIEW
The SABRE32 Re...
Analog Reinvented
CONFIDENTIAL ADVANCE INFORMATION
ES9018 Reference 32-bit Audio DAC
Datasheet
OVERVIEW
The SABRE32 Reference audio DAC series is the world’s highest performance 32-bit audio DAC solution targeted for
consumer applications such as Blu-ray players, audio pre-
amplifiers, A/V receivers and professional applications such as recording systems, mixer consoles and digital audio workstations.
Part Number
ES9018
Description
SABRE32 Reference 8-Channel Audio DAC
Package 64-LQFP
DNR (dB)
135 (mono) 129 (8-Ch)
THD (dB) –120
32-bit DAC
Yes
I2S / DSD Input
Yes
SPDIF
Jitter
Input Reduction
Yes
Yes
With ESS’ patented 32-bit HyperStreamTM DAC architecture and Time Domain Jitter Eliminator, the SABRE32 Reference Stereo DAC delivers an unprecedented DNR of up to 135dB and THD+N of –120dB, the industry’s highest performance level that will satisfy the most demanding audio enthusiasts.
The SABRE32 Reference audio DAC’s 32-bit HyperStreamTM architecture can handle full 32-bit PCM data via I2S input, as well as DSD or SPDIF data. The SABRE32 Reference supports up to 1.536MHz input sampling rates and consumes less than 100mW.
The SABRE32 Reference DACs set the standard for HD audio performance, SABRE SOUNDTM, in a cost-effective, easyto-use form factor for today’s most demanding digital-audio applications.
FEATURE Patented 32-bit HyperStreamTM DAC o Up to 135dB DNR o –120dB THD+N Patented Time Domain Jitter Eliminator 64-bit accumulator and 32-bit processing Univers...