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The Hegel D50, affectionately known as "The Raven," is a high-end digital-to-analog converter (DAC) crafted for audiophiles seeking impeccable sound quality. Its minimalist black design houses advanced technology that decodes digital audio with remarkable precision, delivering a pure and detailed listening experience. By focusing solely on digital-to-analog conversion, the D50 ensures that every musical nuance is faithfully reproduced, allowing you to enjoy your favorite tracks as the artists intended.

Key Features

  • Precision Engineering: Utilizes the latest DAC chip, meticulously implemented to extract maximum performance, ensuring accurate sound reproduction.
  • Advanced Clocking System: Employs three dedicated master clocks to eliminate jitter and timing errors, resulting in a clear and stable audio signal.
  • Isolated Power Supply: Features dual low-noise toroidal transformers, separately powering digital and analog components to minimize electrical noise.
  • Comprehensive Connectivity: Offers a variety of digital inputs, including AES/EBU, coaxial, optical, and USB, accommodating diverse audio sources.
  • High-Resolution Support: Capable of processing high-resolution audio formats up to 32-bit/384kHz PCM and DSD256, ensuring compatibility with premium audio files.

Why Buy

Investing in the Hegel D50 means committing to unparalleled audio fidelity. Its dedicated design focuses solely on converting digital signals to analog, ensuring that no detail is lost in translation. Whether you're rediscovering classic albums or exploring new genres, the D50 provides a listening experience that is both authentic and emotionally engaging.

  • Uncompromised Sound Quality: Experience music exactly as it was recorded, with every detail meticulously preserved.
  • Robust Build and Design: The minimalist aesthetic complements any audio setup while housing sophisticated internal components.
  • Versatile Compatibility: With multiple input options and support for various high-resolution formats, the D50 integrates seamlessly into diverse audio systems.

Product Specifications

Specification Details
Digital Inputs
  • 1 x AES/EBU S/PDIF: 24-bit/192kHz, DSD64 (DoP), MQA 8x
  • 1 x Coaxial (BNC) S/PDIF: 24-bit/192kHz, DSD64 (DoP), MQA 8x
  • 1 x Coaxial (RCA) S/PDIF: 24-bit/192kHz, DSD64 (DoP), MQA 8x
  • 2 x Optical S/PDIF: 24-bit/96kHz, MQA 8x
  • 1 x USB: 32-bit/384kHz, DSD256 (DoP), MQA 8x
Line Level Outputs
  • 1 x Unbalanced (RCA): 2.5V
  • 1 x Balanced (XLR): 2.5V
Analog Bandwidth 0Hz – 100kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio Over 100dB
Noise Floor Typically -150dB
Distortion Less than 0.0002%
Power Consumption
  • Standby: Less than 0.5W
  • On: Less than 20W
Dimensions (WxDxH) 43 x 30.5 x 9.9 cm
Weight 6.6 kg

Hegel D50 DAC FAQs

When will the Hegel D50 be available for purchase?

The Hegel D50 is scheduled to begin shipping in May 2025.

What digital inputs are available on the Hegel D50?

The D50 offers various digital inputs, including AES/EBU, coaxial (BNC and RCA), optical, and USB, accommodating diverse audio sources.

Which audio formats does the Hegel D50 support?

Yes, the D50 features both balanced (XLR) and unbalanced (RCA) fixed line-level outputs, providing flexibility in connecting to different audio systems.

Does the Hegel D50 have balanced outputs?

Yes, the D50 features both balanced (XLR) and unbalanced (RCA) fixed line-level outputs, providing flexibility in connecting to different audio systems.