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GAIA 15th DDC
Flagship - Level Product
Compatible with a wide range of DAC brands and models. It can be integrated into your system, allowing you to experience a significant improvement in sound quality.
The 15th Anniversary
Flagship Product
DENAFRIPS flagship Digital To Digital Converter is named GAIA15th. The refinement of its development spanned three years, during which we meticulously perfected its design.
GAIA15th incorporates the technologies present in DENAFRIPS highly acclaimed DAC, including exclusive FPGA DSP Processing, FIFO Buffer & Reclocking, and an exceptional USB Audio Interface Solution through the utilisation of the advanced STM32F466 AMR-based MCU.
In celebration of DENAFRIPS's 15 years of exceptional digital audio expertise, the GAIA 15th Anniversary Edition incorporates highly sought-after sound quality the original GAIA had, and performance enhancements.
WHAT IS A 'DDC'?
GAIA 15th Returning Digital to Its Purest Form
A DDC, which stands for Digital-to-Digital Converter, functions as a device that transforms a digital audio signal from one format or interface to another within the digital domain. Its primary purpose revolves around facilitating harmony between distinct audio systems, particularly when confronted with diverse digital interfaces.
The Denafrips digital-to-digital converter (DDC) represents a device meticulously crafted to accept a digital audio signal in a specific digital connection, for example, USB, and subsequently convert it into an alternative digital audio output. This conversion process not only enhances the audio quality but also involves the application of advanced processing techniques.
The Denafrips DDC is equipped with a built-in First-In-First-Out (FIFO) buffer, which stores and manages the input digital signals. Simultaneously, the device incorporates a high-performance oven-controlled crystal oscillator (OCXO) that optimises and re-clocks the buffered signals, ensuring precise timing and stable synchronisation. Additionally, the DDC features an electrical isolation module, which effectively prevents electrical interference and safeguards signal integrity throughout the conversion process.
The Denafrips GAIA DDC offers versatile connectivity options, enabling it to accept various input formats including USB, Coaxial, Optical, and AES. Additionally, it supports multiple output formats including SPDIF Coaxial, Optical, AES, and i2s. This wide array of input and output options enhances its adaptability and compatibility with different audio setups.
Denafrips has earned a reputation for producing DDCs that excel in audio performance, driven by the integration of cutting-edge technologies to ensure precision during signal conversion, preserving the authenticity of audio data with enhancement. These DDCs serve as a crucial link in connecting disparate digital audio setups, fostering compatibility among varied audio components that might employ differing digital interfaces or possess distinct sampling rates.
15th Anniversary Flagship - Level Product
Equipped with an ultra-low-noise precision linear regulated power supply and paired with an oversized O-core transformer, it efficiently delivers pure power to the digital circuitry.
Back Panel Interface Display
GAIA 15th DDC Offers Abundant Connection Options.
It supports various input formats, including USB, Coaxial, Optical, and AES. In addition, it also provides multiple output formats, such as SPDIF Coaxial, Optical, AES, and I2S.The rich input and output options enhance its adaptability and compatibility with different audio setups.
Added an 80W O-Type Transformer to infuse the system with pure stable power
Featuring a high-purity O-core and precision winding technology, this design is equipped with dual 80W O-type transformers to reduce electromagnetic interference and stabilise voltage output. It effortlessly handles sudden high-current demands, delivering more robust and cleaner power to the audio system for more accurate signal transmission and a "blacker" background noise floor.
GAIA 15th Front and Rear Panel Display
Product Detail Showcase
It employs a dual-process brushed texture finish and anodising treatment, achieving exceptionally high precision in cutting and drilling. The edges are seamlessly smooth without any burrs. The weight of the top cover alone is enough to reflect the sincerity in material selection, making it a benchmark of craftsmanship and quality in its price range.
Product Dimensions
Specifications
D/D Converter
Proprietary FPGA DSP Processing Architecture
FIFO Buffer and Reclock with Internal Crystal
Precision Oven Controlled Crystal Oscillator OCXO
Optical Isolated All Digital Input Interfaces
Proprietary USB Audio Solution via STM32F446 Advanced AMR Based MCU
Licensed Thesycon USB Driver for Windows Platform
Driverless On Mac & Linux
Dual AES/EBU Output Supported
External Clocks Input Supported
80VA UPOCC Copper O-Core Transformer
DSD
DSD64 / 2.8224MHz (DoP) on Coax/AES/Opt Input & Output
Up to DSD512 / 22.5792MHz On USB Input & I²S Output
PCM
24bits / 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192KHz On All Input & Output
Up to 768KHz On USB Input & Up to 384KHz on I²S Output
Digital Input
Coax SPDIF via RCA
TOSLink x 1
AES/EBU x 1
USB2.0 Type B
External Clock Input
45.1548MHz
49.152Mhz
Digital Output
Coax SPDIF via RCA
TOSLink x 1
AES/EBU x 2
I²S HDMI LVDS Standard
I²S RJ45 LVCMOS Standard
AC Power Requirement: 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz (Worldwide Voltage)
Power Consumption: ≤20W
Dimension: 328×380×65 mm
Weight: 5.83 Kg
