Gold Note DS-1000 Evo // New / Streaming DAC/Preamp

The DS-1000 EVO is one of those rare Italian-designed streaming DACs that makes the digital-to-analogue handoff feel genuinely organic. Its dual-mono AKM AK4493 architecture — a dedicated converter per channel — carves a soundstage with clean channel separation and vanishingly low crosstalk, so a well-recorded jazz trio occupies three distinct spaces in the room. The Class A discrete output stage adds enough body to tighten the mid-bass without dulling leading edges; transients arrive fast and instruments decay naturally into silence. With Roon, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, and AirPlay all onboard, it slots effortlessly into any modern digital setup — but it's the unmistakable warmth and Italian craftsmanship beneath the streaming convenience that earns it a permanent place in the rack.

Condition

NEW

Factory Specs

D/A Converter Chip 2x AKM AK4493 (Dual-Mono)

Frequency Response 20Hz–20kHz ±0.1dB

THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) 0.001% max

Signal to Noise Ratio 125dB

Dynamic Range 120dB

1x RCA Coaxial PCM up to 24bit/192kHz

1x AES/EBU Balanced PCM up to 24bit/192kHz

2x TOS-Link PCM up to 24bit/192kHz

1x USB-B Asynchronous DSD512 and PCM up to 32bit/384kHz

1x USB-A Port DSD256 and PCM up to 32bit/384kHz (FAT32/NTFS, 32GB max for pen drives)

RCA Output 2Vrms

XLR Output 2Vrms

Output Impedance RCA 50Ω

Output Impedance XLR 100Ω

LAN/WLAN 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Dual Band (10/433Mbps)

Bluetooth 5.0 High Definition (44.1kHz/16bit)

PCM up to 32bit/384kHz

DSD up to DSD256 via network; DSD512 via USB-B (DSF, DFF)

Formats AIFF, ALAC, WAV (packed/unpacked), FLAC, MP3, Apple Lossless, OGG, Monkey's Audio

Power Supply 100–240V / 50–60Hz

Power Consumption 30W

Fuse 2A T

Width 16.93 in (430mm)

Height 5.31 in (135mm)

Depth 14.76 in (375mm)

Net 22.0 lbs (10 kg)

Boxed 33.1 lbs (15 kg)

Warranty 2-year limited warranty upon product registration (transferable); 1-year without registration

Documentation

Gold Note DS-1000 EVO Owner's Manual

Liner Notes

The DS-1000 EVO is the most advanced streaming DAC we have ever designed, combining advanced technology solutions applied to the digital-to-analogue domain with our unique know-how in delivering compelling sound quality, or, as we call it, the Italian Sound. The core of the DS-1000 EVO is the Dual-Mono D/A converter design, powered by two AKM AK4493 converters to ensure the highest fidelity is always preserved during the conversion stage, with virtually zero crosstalk. Streaming is as easy as pressing play on Tidal thanks to Tidal Connect, or simply connecting your computer with a USB cable – no audio file will be a problem, supporting MQA, PCM (up to 32bit/384kHz) and DSD (up to DSD512). Completing the design, the output stage in Class A features audio-grade discrete components selected to deliver our unique Italian sound.

With the DS-1000 EVO, you can stream through Roon, Airplay, Tidal, MQA, Qobuz, vTuner, and Deezer. With Tidal Connect and Spotify Connect, streaming is even easier directly from within their apps. To access your collection of digital music, stored locally on a NAS or computer, you can use any UPnP/DLNA software from your smartphone or tablet. Or simply download our app GN Control (free for iOS and Android) to control all the features and functions of the DS-1000 EVO, as well as managing your music and streaming services.

Stock No.

15496411021533