Tonewinner AD-1PRE Preamplifier Class A/B DAC ES9038 32bits 768kHz DSD512
The AD-1PRE is a versatile that offers a number of interesting features. In fact, it incorporates quality components such as an ES9038 DAC chip combined with two optical inputs, a CT7601PR USB interface, as well as a combination of no less than 9 AOPs (5x OPA1612, 4x OPA1632, 1x OPA1642) and a MUSES72323 volume controller. These components enable it to decode high-resolution streams up to PCM 32bit 768kHz and DSD up to DSD512, delivering a warm final sound with low noise and distortion over a wide dynamic range. When it comes to connectivity, the Tonewinner AD-1PRE preamplifier is also extremely complete. Inputs include 4 unbalanced RCA inputs, including two phono inputs (for MM and MC cells), one balanced XLR input, two coaxial SPDIF inputs, two Toslink optical inputs and one USB-B input. Outputs include 2 RCA line outputs and 1 XLR balanced line output. Finally, a trigger connector and remote control enhance the user experience.
Tonewinner AD-1PRE : an audiophile amplification stage
As the ToneWinner AD-1PRE is above all a Class A/B preamplifier, the brand has chosen audiophile components for its amplification stage. There are 5 AOP OPA1612, 4 AOP OPA1632 and 1 AOP OPA1642. These components deliver low-noise, low-distortion sound, for a pure, transparent signal at the AD-1PRE 's outputs.
Tonewinner AD-1PRE : ES9038 DAC and CT7601PR USB interface
The AD-1PRE 's optical and digital input interface incorporates an ESS Technology ES9038 32-bit DAC chip and USB interface. This enables this preamplifier to support high-resolution PCM 32bit 768kHz, DSD DoP256 and native DSD streams up to DSD512. In addition, it supports numerous formats such as SACD, ISO, DST and DFF. These features allow you to make the most of your music library, and to link a wide range of devices to the AD-1PRE , from CD/SACD players to network players.
Tonewinner AD-1PRE : Phono-compatible inputs
This preamplifier features two Phono-compatible RCA inputs, one MM-cell-compatible input and one MC-cell-compatible input. A very useful feature for fans of 33 rpm and 45 rpm records, who will be able to use the AD-1PRE directly with their turntable and enjoy their vinyl collection with a high-end Hi-Fi system.
Tonewinner AD-1PRE preamplifier overview
| 1 | 2x RCA stereo line outputs |
| 2 | XLR balanced line output |
| 3 | 2x RCA stereo inputs: MC phono compatible / MM phono compatible |
| 4 | 2x stereo RCA inputs (CD, AUX) |
| 5 | Balanced XLR input |
| 6 | 2x SPDIF Coaxial inputs / 2x Toslink optical inputs |
| 7 | Trigger |
| 8 | USB-B input |
| 9 | GND |
| 10 | IEC power supply |
Technical characteristics
| SPECIFICATIONS | |
|---|---|
| Product type | Preamplificateur / DAC |
| Amplification class | A/B |
| DAC chip | ES9038 |
| OPA | 5x OPA1612 4x OPA1632 1x OPA1642 |
| Volume control | MUSES72323 |
| Inputs | 4x RCA stereo input (Phono MM, Phono MC, CD, AUX) 1x Balanced XLR input 2x SPDIF coaxial input 2x Toslink optical input 1x USB-B input |
| Outputs | 2x RCA stereo output 1x XLR stereo output |
| Supported sample rates | USB: PCM 32bit 768kHz, DSD DoP256, native DSD512 Optical: 24bit 192kHz, DSD DoP64 |
| Supported audio formats | SACD, ALAC, APE, DIFF, DSF, FLAC, OGG, WAV, AAC, MP3, WMA |
| Nominal input impedance | 20 kΩ (analog inputs) |
| THD | ≤ 0.0035% (1kHz) |
| SNR | ≥ 110dB (A-weighted, direct analog) |
| Frequency response | 10Hz-180kHz ( 1/-3dB, direct analog) |
| Crosstalk | ≥ 102dB (1kHz, analog) |
| GENERAL | |
|---|---|
| Alimentation | 110V-115V AC 60Hz, 220V-230V AC 50Hz |
| Dimensions | 444 × 106 × 424mm |
| Net weight | 9.7kg |
| Color | Silver |
| Package | 1x Tonewinner AD-1PRE preamplifier 1x Remote control 1x Power cable |
