{"product_id":"ps-audio-stellargold-dac-1","title":"PS Audio StellarGold DAC","description":"The PS Audio StellarGold DAC features eight ESS Sabre ES9038PRO chips configured in a four-per-channel parallel architecture, supporting PCM up to 768kHz and native DSD256. Serving as an ultra-pure digital front end for high-fidelity audio systems, this component translates digital streams into pristine, lifelike analog signals. It incorporates a direct-coupled, fully balanced Class A JFET and BJT hybrid output stage to preserve dynamic speed and signal clarity. Connectivity includes dual I2S inputs over HDMI, USB, coaxial, and optical ports, alongside a lossless digital volume control for direct amplifier driving.\n\nCritical consensus praises the unit for its transparent, neutral presentation that resolves fine musical details without introducing digital fatigue. Reviewers highlight how the parallel DAC topology effectively averages conversion non-linearities, yielding an expansive soundstage with precise instrument separation. Audio publications applaud its smooth, analog-like realism and dynamic headroom, ranking it among the most compelling digital sources in its class.\n\nIntegrating this digital-to-analog converter into your signal chain removes digital grain and unlocks the full resolution of your music collection. Its uncompromised circuit design allows recordings to unfold with natural warmth, convincing spatial depth, and dynamic contrast. For the discerning listener seeking reference digital playback, it serves as an essential foundation for daily listening.","brand":"The Music Room","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53150101799193,"sku":"99433","price":2249.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/4225\/1545\/files\/99433-3.jpg?v=1789165226","url":"https:\/\/tmraudio.com\/products\/ps-audio-stellargold-dac-1","provider":"The Music Room","version":"1.0","type":"link"}