The STAX SRM-D10 is a portable, battery-powered headphone amplifier designed to meet the demands of audiophiles and professionals. It incorporates advanced features, meticulously selected components, all housed in an aluminum casing, delivering an optimal listening experience for audiophiles and professionals.
Enhanced decoder chip: Integration of AKM’s AK4493 decoder chip, providing improved audio processing and superior sound quality compared to the previous ESS9018 chip.
Native DSD support: Native support for hardware DSD decoding via USB input allows direct playback of DSD audio streams, unlike the previous version which only supported DSD over PCM (DOP).
Extended PCM support: Extension of PCM support up to 384 kHz/32-bit via USB, offering higher sound resolution compared to the previous limit of 192 kHz/24-bit.
Upgraded components: Replacement of many resistors and capacitors with higher-quality Samsung components, enhancing sound quality and overall listening experience.
Increased clarity and brightness: Resolution of the sound attenuation issue encountered in the previous version, resulting in a clearer and brighter sound profile, ensuring consistently vibrant audio output.
The SRM-D10 II stands out for its ability to deliver unparalleled sound quality. It utilizes hardware decoding and top-quality audio capacitors to ensure crisp, accurate sound reproduction. The choice of the AKM 4493 DAC demonstrates its performance in processing audio signals.
The SRM-D10 II supports DSD sampling rates up to DSD256 and PCM sampling rates up to 384kHz/32-bit. This capability allows it to faithfully reproduce high-resolution audio formats, preserving the artist’s original vision.
The SRM-D10 II features a high-quality power amplifier that delivers exceptional performance and remarkable power. This ensures that users can experience music in its purest form, with a 580V DC bias enhancing the amplifier’s output for a more dynamic and powerful soundstage.
The SRM-D10 II boasts a robust aluminum alloy shell, which not only gives it an elegant and modern appearance but also ensures durability and resistance to corrosion. This design choice reflects STAX’s attention to both aesthetics and longevity, ensuring that the amplifier is not just a device, but a piece of lasting technology.
The SRM-D10 II offers versatile connectivity options, supporting both USB digital and 3.5mm analog audio inputs. This flexibility allows users to connect the amplifier to a wide range of devices, from smartphones and tablets to computers and high-end audio systems. Moreover, the SRM-D10 II is designed to complement all STAX PRO-type headphones, ensuring that users can fully realize the potential of their Earspeakers.
Sylvain
Excellent, compact, and portable. Consumes up to ~10W when charging and in use. Decent battery life, though slightly modest. I love it with my SR007 mk2 😻.
Comment from November 25, 2024 — Experience from November 14, 2024
