The SMSL D200 is a newly released DAC and preamplifier designed for desktop audio systems, merging exceptional measurement performance with user-friendly functionality for daily use. This device utilizes the ROHM BD34352EKV DAC, operating alongside the proprietary CK-03 circuit to minimize jitter, and features a balanced preamplifier stage that incorporates two NJU72315 chips. This configuration achieves a remarkably low distortion level of 0.00019% and a high SINAD of up to 115.9 dB.
Additionally, the D200 offers Bluetooth playback capabilities through advanced LDAC and aptX HD codecs, and it can showcase track details and lyrics on its integrated display. The display is constructed from tempered glass with a laminated design, enhancing its durability and readability. For accurate synchronization, an external clock input is available, allowing the use of a standard 10 MHz signal or an atomic clock.
SMSL D200 – DAC and preamplifier on BD34352EKV
The device supports MQA and MQA-CD decoding, allowing you to play files in studio quality, and also works with PCM up to 32 bit / 768 kHz and DSD512. On board – USB, optical and coaxial inputs, as well as Bluetooth. The outputs are represented by balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA with a signal amplitude of 5 V and 2.5 V, respectively.
SMSL D200 organically complements other devices of the brand – CD transport PL200 and amplifier PA200. Together they form a complete system, where each component performs its own task – reading a digital signal, decoding and amplifying – with synchronization by a common clock.
SMSL D200 inputs and outputs
The device menu allows you to select PCM and DSD filters, change the sound character, use the D200 as a pure DAC or preamplifier with volume control. Control is possible both from the panel and from the remote control.
SMSL D200 specifications:
- Inputs: USB / Optical / Coaxial / Bluetooth
- Outputs: RCA / XLR
- Output Amplitude: XLR 5 Vrms / RCA 2.5 Vrms
- THD+N: 0.00019% (-114 dB)
- Dynamic range: XLR 123 dB / RCA 121 dB
- SNR: XLR 123 dB / RCA 121 dB
- USB transfer mode: USB 2.0 asynchronous
- Compatibility: Windows 7-11 (with driver) / Mac OSX 10.6+ / Android / iOS / Linux (without driver)
- MQA decoding: USB / optical / coaxial
- PCM Support: USB 44.1-768kHz (32bit) / Optical/Coaxial 44.1-192kHz (24bit)
- DSD support: USB DSD64–DSD512 (native) / Optical/coaxial DoP DSD64
- Bluetooth: SBC/AAC/aptX/aptX HD/LDAC
- Power consumption: <10W
- Standby power consumption: <0.5W
- Dimensions: 200×47.9×197.9 mm
- Weight: 1.2kg
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