Luxman DA-07X - USB Digital to Analogue Converter

The Luxman DA-07X USB Digital to Analogue Converter (DAC) is fully compatible with today’s diversifying digital music ecosystem. In order to competently handle current digital sources, LUXMAN has combined cutting-edge digital circuitry with their advanced analogue audio technology know how. The DA-07X is a core component that breathes musicality and new life into digital audio reproduction and serves as a command center for modern audio systems as we move further into a new era.

Core components that match your modern audio environment

Nowadays there are many high-quality streaming services that are attracting attention as next generation virtual sources that surpass the audio quality and convenience of CDs. As these modern digital sources become more diverse, D/A converters are expected to become fundamental universal audio components, as important as amplifiers and speakers for audio systems that connect the past, present and future.

The DA-07X is a new D/A converter from LUXMAN, realised by removing the disc playback functions from their highly acclaimed D-07X high-performance SACD/CD player and thoroughly brushing up functionality, connectivity and sound quality performance as a standalone DAC device.

This model accepts the digital outputs of all current audio devices, from network transports such as our NT-07, PCs and Macs, smartphones, TVs, game consoles, and even existing CD players, and maximizes the sound quality of audio signals withadvanced digital signal processing systems and LUXMAN’s highly respected analogue audio circuit technology.

The latest digital technology and carefully designed analogue circuitry combine to realise the ideal

The DAC block, which is the heart of the digital circuitry, relies on top-of-the range BD34301EKV DAC chips from ROHM’s “MUS-IC” series in a dual mono configuration. The USB input supports rates of up to 192kHz/24bit for PCM data and 2.8MHz for DSD (DoP). All inputs support full decoding of the MQA high-quality audio format.

A new bypass function has also been included, making use of built-in digital filtering. The reference clocking system has two ultra-low phase noise clock modules with high precision and low jitter, reducing noise near the oscillation frequency to a minimum. To achieve even lower jitter, asynchronous communication by a dedicated DSP is used for the USB input and a built-in, high precision DAIR clock is used for S/PDIF signals.

Large capacity power supplies placed close to each circuit

The DA-07X features LUXMAN’s traditional, highly regulated power supplies to provide stable energy, with three separate OI core type transformers, regulation systems and bespoke filter capacitors for individual block. Such a high-quality power supply delivers powerful musical expression and a tranquil playback space.

High-definition OLED display

The DA-07X’s front panel is centered on a large, high-definition OLED display with a four-stage dimmer (with automatic shut-off function) that is easy to see from the listening position, displaying various information about signals and devices, such as input switching position, sampling frequency and bit depth.

Stable AC inlet

The AC inlet’s structure has been improved to support the weight of heavy power cables by reversing the mounting, suppressing any movement of the power cable while maintaining a stable grip.

Abundant input/output terminals to suit a variety of systems

The DA-07X is equipped with a variety of digital inputs including USB, two coaxial systems, two optical systems and AES/EBU (XLR) and also has wide-pitch RCA and XLR analogue output terminals. A digital output off function that shuts down unnecessary signal paths to conserve processing bandwidth and a DD converter function that allows digital signals to be bussed through the unit unprocessed.

There is also an output phase switching function (switchable on the front panel) for connections to particular next stage components.

LUXMAN’s original playback software

LUXMAN has also developed our own high-quality “LUXMAN Audio Player” music playback software for Windows/Mac, which supports four modes of Bulk Pet transfer that optimise the processor load between the source and the D-07X for improved transparency.

Technical Specifications

Further Information

Luxman DA-07X - User Manual (PDF)