PS Audio Stellar GainCell DAC (Silver)
Pre Amp/DAC
£1,800
”The PS Audio Stellar Gain Cell DAC/Preamplifier: Sheer Audio Perfection!”’Positive Feedback’.
A top quality pre-amp and DAC, combined
If you’re looking to give your digital sources a boost but still require a top quality analogue pre-amp for your other music sources, then the PS Audio Stellar GainCell DAC has got you covered. Combining a GainCell, analogue pre-amp with a 32-bit ESS Sabre DAC, gives you the best of all worlds.
GainCell, analogue pre-amp
At the heart of this versatile pre-amp is PS Audio’s exclusive GainCell technology. This uses a unique method of volume control that doesn’t require additional components in the signal path. Fewer components mean a cleaner, more focused sound. The Hybrid Class A design delivers the perfect blend of refinement and dynamic punch, bringing your music to live.
Hyperstream DAC for the highest resolution
Based on the ESS Sabre Hyperstream architecture, the built-in DAC decodes a wide range of file types and offers superb resolution. Whether you’re using a transport only device, such as a CD transport, or upgrading the sound from an older digital device, you’ll find that the DAC’s extended bandwidth and unique Class-A output complement the pre-amp’s sound to perfection. Smooth, expansive and with an inky dark background, the sound quality draws you into the music.
Fully balanced design – from input to output
Balanced inputs and outputs ensure studio quality connectivity and the lowest signal loss possible. More than this, however, the GainCell DAC uses fully balanced circuitry throughout. A fully balanced circuit resists both electromagnetic and radio frequency interference, helping to improve the music’s clarity and precision.
Wide range of digital inputs
With its I2S port (HDMI), you can connect digital components and stream at the highest quality (384kHz). The GainCell DAC caters for many other digital inputs, too. For a laptop or PC you’ll find a USB-B connection. Other audio sources are accommodated via the optical and twin coaxial inputs.
Analogue inputs
For the highest quality analogue input, use the balanced XLR sockets. For all your other sources, there are three RCA, line level inputs. Outputting the pre-amp to your power amp or active speakers is via RCA phono or balanced XLR.
Class A headphone amp
Featuring a dedicated, Class A, headphone amplifier, the GainCell DAC also makes the most of your headphones. The 6.35mm headphone jack suits high-end headphones and there’s plenty of current on hand to drive them to their full extent.
Get the best from all sources, with the PS Audio Stellar GainCell DAC.
A top quality pre-amp and DAC, combined
If you’re looking to give your digital sources a boost but still require a top quality analogue pre-amp for your other music sources, then the PS Audio Stellar GainCell DAC has got you covered. Combining a GainCell, analogue pre-amp with a 32-bit ESS Sabre DAC, gives you the best of all worlds.
GainCell, analogue pre-amp
At the heart of this versatile pre-amp is PS Audio’s exclusive GainCell technology. This uses a unique method of volume control that doesn’t require additional components in the signal path. Fewer components mean a cleaner, more focused sound. The Hybrid Class A design delivers the perfect blend of refinement and dynamic punch, bringing your music to live.
Hyperstream DAC for the highest resolution
Based on the ESS Sabre Hyperstream architecture, the built-in DAC decodes a wide range of file types and offers superb resolution. Whether you’re using a transport only device, such as a CD transport, or upgrading the sound from an older digital device, you’ll find that the DAC’s extended bandwidth and unique Class-A output complement the pre-amp’s sound to perfection. Smooth, expansive and with an inky dark background, the sound quality draws you into the music.
Fully balanced design – from input to output
Balanced inputs and outputs ensure studio quality connectivity and the lowest signal loss possible. More than this, however, the GainCell DAC uses fully balanced circuitry throughout. A fully balanced circuit resists both electromagnetic and radio frequency interference, helping to improve the music’s clarity and precision.
Wide range of digital inputs
With its I2S port (HDMI), you can connect digital components and stream at the highest quality (384kHz). The GainCell DAC caters for many other digital inputs, too. For a laptop or PC you’ll find a USB-B connection. Other audio sources are accommodated via the optical and twin coaxial inputs.
Analogue inputs
For the highest quality analogue input, use the balanced XLR sockets. For all your other sources, there are three RCA, line level inputs. Outputting the pre-amp to your power amp or active speakers is via RCA phono or balanced XLR.
Class A headphone amp
Featuring a dedicated, Class A, headphone amplifier, the GainCell DAC also makes the most of your headphones. The 6.35mm headphone jack suits high-end headphones and there’s plenty of current on hand to drive them to their full extent.
Get the best from all sources, with the PS Audio Stellar GainCell DAC.
Overview
Amplifier Type
Pre-Amplifier
Pre-amplifier
Yes
Connectivity
Analogue RCA Inputs
3
Coaxial Inputs
2
Headphone Output
Yes
Optical Digital Inputs
1
Pre Output
Yes - XLR and RCA Phono
Sub Output
Yes
USB Input
1 x USB-B
XLR Balanced Outputs
Yes
XLR Balanced Outputs
Yes
XLR Inputs
Yes
Audio
Frequency Response (Hz)
10 - 100,000
Dimensions
Dimensions WxHxD (mm)
430 x 76 x 300
Weight
Weight (KG)
6.1
Accessories
Remote Control
Yes
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