Wadia Digimaster X32 DAC - Get the most from your CD's

General:
Vintage DAC from legendary digital maker Wadia. 32X Sampling Rate with 18 Bit Resolution capable of extracting the absolute highest level available from redbook CDs.

Ownership:
Unknown

Amplifier Recommendations:
N/A

Connections:
Inputs: two coaxial S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface Format), one EIAJ optical fiber. RCA outputs.

General Sound:
Accurate to the recording

Cosmetic Condition:
7/10 = Good. One or two minor scratches. Well Maintained.. See our detailed rating description here.

Working Condition:
Working perfectly and tested on our bench with both CD and DVD. XLR and RCA working as they should.

Included:
Just the unit and power cord.

Packing:
Will be packed using our highly developed in-house process and custom packing materials.Reviews:
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Original MSRP:
$1,999.00

Specs:
Decoding software:
DigiMaster

Resampling rate:
32x

Resolution:
18 bits

Power bandwidth (–3dB):
DC – 20kHz

Passband ripple:
None (monotonic)

CPU power:
36-MIPS (Million Instructions Per Second)

Inputs:
2 x Coaxial BNC (S/PDIF)
1 x EIAJ Optical Digital  (TOSLINK)

Input sampling rates supported:
44.1 kHz
48 kHz

Math resolution:
36-bit

Output buffer:
Monolithic "sledgehammer" with 400mA peak output current and 1300V/µs slew rate

Output level:
8 dBV at full modulation.

Channel isolation:
>110 dB at 1 kHz

Interchannel phase error at 10kHz:
<0.5°

Enclosure:
16-gauge steel

Power consumption:
30W standby
45W operation

Dimensions:
17" W by 2.5" H by 13.5" D.

Weight:
15 lbs.

Approximate Age:
1991

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Kimber Kable - RCA Interconnects - Better

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Kimber Kable - Coaxial Digital Interconnect

Kimber Kable - Optical Digital Interconnect

Kimber Kable - Power Cords - Better

The SkyFi Testing Process for DACs:

We start with a visual inspection of all internal components to make sure that there are no signs of heat stress or damage. Capacitors are checked for telltale signs of predictive failure including bulging, shrunken wrappers, or physical leakage. We also inspect resistors and other passive components for signs of overheating.

After the visual inspection we connect the DAC’s RCA outputs to our Sencore PA81 Power Analyzer which simulates a real world input impedance and allows us to monitor the output on an oscilloscope. We are equipped to test optical, coaxial, and USB inputs at Redbook CD Quality. We start with a test signal to verify signal lock and proper output on both channels. If the DAC has balanced outputs these are also tested at this time. If the DAC has multiple Optical and Coaxial inputs they are all checked for proper lock. USB inputs are tested with a Macbook Pro.

After proper function is verified, we set the DAC up for a listening test to evaluate general audio reproduction quality and monitor for clicks, pops, or any other audible signs of issues related to dropped signal lock or failing audio output stages.

We often connect DACs under evaluation to our long term test rig for a long test stint to verify stability under real world operating conditions.