DS-1000 EVO Streaming DAC

The DS-1000 EVO is a top-of-the-line digital source component that functions as a high-resolution streamer, digital-to-analog converter (DAC), preamplifier, and headphone amplifier. Precision-engineered in Italy, it showcases Gold Note’s signature blend of state-of-the-art audio technology and elegant industrial design—making it a central hub for any serious audiophile system.

Dual-Mono AKM DACs

• Equipped with two AKM AK4493 DAC chips in a fully dual-mono layout, offering ultra-low noise and channel separation for crystal-clear playback.
• Supports PCM up to 32-bit/38 kHz (and up to 768 kHz via streaming) and native DSD512 through USB input.

Pure Class-A Output Stage

• Features a discrete Class-A analog output stage designed for a smooth, dynamic, and musically engaging sound signature.
• The DS-10000 EVO LINE version includes a built-in analog preamplifier with both RCA and XLR outputs and a high-quality analog volume control.

Headphone Amplifier

• Integrated 1/4-inch (6.3 mm) headphone output on the front panel with selectable gain levels, capable of powering both sensitive and demanding headphones with ease.

Full Streaming Capabilities

• Fully compatible with major streaming services like TIDAL Connect, Qobuz, Spotify Connect, Deezer, and internet radio.
• Certified Roon Ready and also supports AirPlay and MQA decoding.
• Offers both dual-band Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity, plus Bluetooth 5.0 HD for wireless audio.

Extensive Connectivity

• USB-B for direct computer connection, USB-A for local storage, and digital inputs including AES/EBU, coaxial (S/PDIF), and optical (TOSLINK).
• Analog outputs via RCA and balanced XLR.

Custom DAC Tuning (Chameleon Mode)

• Offers adjustable digital filter settings, de-emphasis curves, and DSD filter options, all accessible via the color display, remote, or smartphone app.

Intelligent Control

• A high-resolution 2.8-inch color TFT display and multi-function control knob make navigation intuitive.
• Can be controlled remotely using Gold Note’s GN Control App for iOS and Android.

Sound Quality

• The DS-10000 EVO delivers a sound that is both revealing and emotionally engaging—rich in detail, wide in soundstage, and natural in tonal balance. It excels at capturing nuance while maintaining a strong musical flow, offering a compelling listening experience across all genres.

Expandability

• The unit is upgradeable with Gold Note’s external power supplies (PSU-1000 or PSU-1250).

MAIN FEATURES

• D/A CONVERTER CHIP:  2× AKM AK4493
• FREQUENCY RESPONSE:  20Hz–20kHz ±0.1dB
• THD (Total Harmonic Distortion):  0.001% max
• SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO:  125dB
• DYNAMIC RANGE:  120dB
• PREAMP STAGE VOLUME CONTROL:  *Available only on DS-1000 EVO LINE*
• NETWORK CONNECTIVITY:  LAN/WLAN (WiFi) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Dual Band (10/433Mbps), Bluetooth HD 5.0 (44/16)
• HIGH QUALITY STREAMING:  Roon Ready, AirPlay, MQA, Qobuz, Deezer, Spotify Connect, Tidal, Tidal Connect, vTuner
• SUPPORTED AUDIO FORMATS:  PCM up to 32bit/384kHz, DSD up to DSD256 (DSF, DFF), AIFF (.aif, .aiff, .aifc), ALAC, WAV (.wav) packed/unpacked, FLAC, MP3, Apple Lossless, OGG, Monkey’s
• SUPPORTED MEDIA SERVERS:  UPnP*, DLNA, Roon *UPnP server must support DSD streaming to play DSD files*

INPUTS AND OUTPUTS

• DIGITAL INPUTS: 
  • 1× RCA coaxial PCM up to 24bit/192kHz
  • 1× AES/EBU balanced PCM up to 24bit/192kHz
  • 2× TOS-Link PCM up to 24bit/192kHz
  • 1× USB-B asynchronous up to DSD512 and PCM up to 32bit/384kHz
  • 1× USB-A (DSD256 & PCM up to 32bit/384kHz, FAT32/NTFS, max 32GB pen drives)
• ANALOG INPUTS:  *DS-1000 EVO LINE ONLY*
  • 1× RCA unbalanced, 1× XLR balanced
• AUDIO OUTPUTS DAC:  1× RCA 2Vrms, 1× XLR 2Vrms
• AUDIO OUTPUTS PREAMP:  1× RCA unbalanced, 1× XLR balanced, 1× 6.3mm headphone jack (front panel)
• OUTPUT IMPEDANCE:  RCA 50Ω, XLR 100Ω

POWER

• POWER SUPPLY:  100–240V / 50–60Hz
• POWER CONSUMPTION:  30W
• FUSE:  2A T

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT

• DIMENSIONS:  16.9″ W | 5.3″ H | 14.8″ D
• WEIGHT:  22 lbs – net, 33 lbs – boxed

FINISHES

• Black anodised aluminium with a traditional brushed finish.
• Silver anodised aluminum with a traditional brushed finish.
• Gold anodised aluminum with a traditional brushed finish.

DS-1000 EVO

• DAC:  Dual/Mono AKM AK4493
• Resolution:  Up to DSD512 and PCM 32bit/384kHz
• Digital Inputs:  Ethernet, USB-A, USB-B, AES/EBU, COAX, TOS

DS-1000 EVO LINE

• DAC:  Dual/Mono AKM AK4493
• Resolution:  Up to DSD512 and PCM 32bit/384kHz
• Digital Inputs:  Ethernet, USB-A, USB-B, AES/EBU, COAX, TOS
• Analog Inputs:  XLR balanced, RCA unbalanced
• Preamplifier:  Class A preamp stage with discrete components

The ideal companion for the 1000 series

PSU-1250 and PSU-1000 are the super inductive external power supplies dedicated to the 1000 Gold Note series, such as CD-1000 MkII, P-1000 MkII and PH-1000. Both PSU-1250 and PSU-1000 are the result of a sophisticated design with an inductive filter on the analog stage and power supply via a double inductor for the positive and negative stage. PSU-1250 has a configuration of 7 transformers, of which 4 are dedicated exclusively to the power stage, with a transformer for the galvanic isolation of the audio stage and 3 to the Dual Choke inductive filter.

PSU-1000 is instead powered by a 5 transformer configuration, 4 for power and galvanic isolation and one for the Dual Choke inductive filter. These external power supplies perfectly filter the electrical signal eliminating possible interference and disturbances so as to allow the electronics to express the sonic characteristics at their best. PSU-1250 and PSU-1000 provide ultra-clean power and all the necessary power without generating Electro Magnetic Interference or Radio-Frequency Interference that could affect the audio signal. All this translates into greater dynamics, better resolution, precise details and maximum realism.