Soulnote D-2 v2 D/A Converter

£7,700.00

The Soulnote D-2 v2 DAC is a refined high-end D/A converter designed to bridge the gap between Soulnote’s core range and its reference 3 Series. By integrating an optimised New Type-R analogue output stage, enhanced clock connectivity, and comprehensive internal refinements, it delivers digital playback with exceptional openness, energy, and musical presence. The result is a DAC that combines precision with emotional depth, revealing the true character of recordings without sounding clinical.

Category DAC
Country Japan
Manufacturer Soulnote

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The Soulnote D-2 v2 DAC is a refined high-end D/A converter designed to bridge the gap between Soulnote’s core range and its reference 3 Series. By integrating an optimised New Type-R analogue output stage, enhanced clock connectivity, and comprehensive internal refinements, it delivers digital playback with exceptional openness, energy, and musical presence. The result is a DAC that combines precision with emotional depth, revealing the true character of recordings without sounding clinical.

Category DAC
Country Japan
Manufacturer Soulnote

 
  • Input Formats

    • USB

    • Coaxial (S/PDIF)

    • AES/EBU

    Supported Sampling Frequencies

    • USB:

      • PCM up to 768 kHz

      • DSD up to 22.6 MHz

    • Coaxial / AES-EBU:

      • PCM up to 192 kHz

      • DSD64 (2.8 MHz, DoP v1.1)

    PCM Bit Depth

    • USB: 16 / 24 / 32-bit

    • Coaxial / AES-EBU: 16 / 24-bit

    Digital Inputs

    • USB Type-B

    • 2 × Coaxial (S/PDIF)

    • 1 × AES/EBU

    External Clock Input

    • 10 MHz (SMA, 50 Ω)

    Analog Outputs

    • 1 × Balanced (XLR)

    • 1 × Unbalanced (RCA)

    Analog Output Level

    • Balanced: 6.2 Vrms

    • Unbalanced: 3.1 Vrms

    Frequency Response

    • 2 Hz – 20 kHz (+0 / −1 dB)

    Signal-to-Noise Ratio

    • 110 dB

    Total Harmonic Distortion

    • 0.04% (NOS, 44.1 kHz)

    Analog Filter

    • 1st-order passive

    Power Supply

    • 115 V AC, 60 Hz

    Power Consumption

    • 32 W

    Dimensions (W × H × D)

    • 430 × 160 × 405 mm

    Weight

    • Approx. 17 kg

    Included Accessories

    • Spikes

    • Power cable

    • Free Delivery within Mainland UK.

    • 30-Day Money-back Guarantee

    • Returns Policy

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Soulnote D-2 v2 D/A Converter

  • Optimised New Type-R Analogue Circuit
    Fully balanced, non-feedback analogue stage derived from the flagship E-3, delivering clarity and dynamic expression approaching the 3 Series.

  • Enhanced External Clock Connectivity
    Newly developed SMA clock input offers superior high-frequency performance and direct compatibility with the Soulnote X-3 Clock Generator.

  • Improved Musical Refinement with External Clocking
    When paired with the X-3, tonal density, focus and refinement are enhanced across the entire frequency range.

  • 3 Series-Inspired Refinements
    Digital circuitry, power supply and chassis design benefit from Soulnote’s reference models, improving openness and musical flow.

  • High-Resolution Digital Support
    Handles ultra-high-resolution PCM and DSD formats with ease across USB, coaxial and AES/EBU inputs.