The DS-1000 EVO Line is one of those rare streaming DACs that reminds you why the digital-analog divide ever seemed daunting — then quietly dissolves it. Gold Note's dual-mono AKM architecture, run through a discrete Class A preamp stage built right into the chassis, lends a coherence and body to streamed music that makes the question of format feel beside the point. Whether you're pulling DSD files off a NAS or streaming Qobuz at midnight, there's a warmth to the midrange and a natural decay on trailing notes that speaks to careful Italian engineering rather than spec-sheet optimization. The built-in preamp allows direct connection to your power amp — one fewer box, one fewer compromise, more music.
Condition
NEW
Factory Specs
D/A Converter Chip 2× AKM AK4493 (dual-mono)
Frequency Response 20Hz–20kHz ±0.1dB
THD 0.001% max
Signal to Noise Ratio 125dB
Dynamic Range 120dB
RCA Coaxial 1× PCM up to 24bit/192kHz
AES/EBU Balanced 1× PCM up to 24bit/192kHz
TOS-Link Optical 2× PCM up to 24bit/192kHz
USB-B Asynchronous 1× DSD512 / PCM 32bit/384kHz
USB-A 1× DSD256 / PCM 32bit/384kHz (FAT32/NTFS, max 32GB)
RCA Unbalanced 1×
XLR Balanced 1×
RCA 1× 2Vrms
XLR 1× 2Vrms
RCA Unbalanced 1×
XLR Balanced 1×
Headphone 1× 6.3mm (front panel)
Output Impedance RCA 50Ω / XLR 100Ω
Network LAN / WLAN 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Dual-Band (10/433Mbps)
Bluetooth HD 5.0 (44/16kHz)
Streaming Services Roon Ready, AirPlay, MQA, Qobuz, Deezer, Spotify Connect, Tidal, Tidal Connect, vTuner
Media Servers UPnP, DLNA, Roon
PCM Up to 32bit/384kHz
DSD Up to DSD256 (via network), DSD512 (via USB-B)
File Types DSF, DFF, AIFF, ALAC, WAV, FLAC, MP3, Apple Lossless, OGG, Monkey's Audio
Power Supply 100–240V / 50–60Hz
Power Consumption 30W
Fuse 2A T
Dimensions 16.9″ W × 5.3″ H × 14.8″ D
Weight 22 lbs (net) / 33 lbs (boxed)
Black Black anodised aluminium, brushed finish
Silver Silver anodised aluminium, brushed finish
Gold Gold anodised aluminium, brushed finish
Warranty 2-year limited transferable (registration required within standard 1-year period)
Liner Notes
A flagship digital source engineered for uncompromising performance, the DS-1000 EVO represents the pinnacle of Gold Note's innovation in digital audio. Combining high-end streaming capabilities, premium DAC architecture, and Italian design sophistication, it is an all-in-one solution for audiophiles who demand musicality, detail, and system flexibility.
The LINE variant sets itself apart with a built-in Class-A analog preamplifier stage featuring full volume control, enabling direct connection to power amplifiers or active speakers. It adds both balanced (XLR) and unbalanced (RCA) analog inputs not present on the standard model, and operates in two modes: Preamp Mode for variable output with direct volume control, and DAC Mode for fixed output bypassing the volume stage for traditional DAC usage.
At the heart of the DS-1000 EVO are two AKM AK4493 DAC chips operating in a fully dual-mono configuration, delivering superior channel separation and ultra-low distortion. Compatible with PCM up to 32bit/384kHz and DSD up to DSD512 via USB, with built-in support for Roon Ready, AirPlay, TIDAL, Qobuz, Spotify Connect, and more, the DS-1000 EVO LINE is designed to serve as the central hub of a high-end audio system.
Stock No.
15496408727773
