Gold Note DS-1000 EVO Line Streaming DAC

Pinnacle of streaming DAC performance

The Gold Note DS-1000 EVO represents Italian digital audio excellence with dual-mono AKM AK4493 converters, ultra-high-res streaming (DSD512/PCM 32/384), and professional headphone amplification. Perfect digital hub for our complete analog ecosystem.

Dual-mono AK4493 conversion excellence

Two AKM AK4493 DAC chips in true dual-mono configuration deliver 20Hz-20kHz ±0.1dB, 0.001% THD, 125dB S/N ratio, 120dB dynamic range. Zero crosstalk preserves ultimate fidelity across all formats.

Complete streaming ecosystem

Roon Ready, Tidal Connect, Spotify Connect, Qobuz, AirPlay, Deezer, vTuner. PCM 32bit/384kHz, DSD512 native, MQA full unfolding. WiFi 802.11ac Dual Band, Bluetooth HD 5.0, UPnP/DLNA media server support.

Reference connectivity matrix

Digital inputs: USB-B async (DSD512), USB-A (32GB FAT32/NTFS), AES/EBU, Coax, 2× TOS optical. LINE model adds RCA/XLR analog inputs + Class A preamp stage. 6.3mm headphone output with High/Low sensitivity.

DS-1000 EVO LINE preamplifier

Exclusive Class A discrete preamp with analog volume control (bypassable in DAC mode). RCA (50Ω) + XLR balanced (100Ω) outputs at 2Vrms. GN Control app (iOS/Android) manages all streaming services.

1000 Series Italian craftsmanship

430×135×375mm aluminum chassis (10kg net). Modular upgrades: PSU-1250/1000 external power supplies. Available in Black/Silver/Gold finishes. Perfect match for CD-1000 series and our vinyl ecosystem.

Technical Specifications

Ultimate digital source for hybrid systems

Integrates perfectly with PH-1000 phono stages, CD players, and our complete analog chain. Contact Vinyl Sound Buffalo for streaming/vinyl optimization.