Description
Denafrips Terminator 15th – 15th Anniversary Edition
Flagship-Grade R-2R DAC | Precision Meets Musicality | Built to Transcend Digital
The Denafrips Terminator 15th Anniversary Edition redefines what’s possible in digital audio playback, bringing state-of-the-art engineering and analog-like refinement to a no-compromise R-2R DAC platform. Positioned just below the flagship Terminator Plus, the Terminator 15th shares much of its advanced architecture and philosophy — offering a level of realism, timing accuracy, and emotional connection that firmly places it in the top tier of digital converters.
Built around a fully discrete, true-balanced R-2R ladder DAC topology, the Terminator 15th utilizes meticulously matched resistor networks, dual high-precision OCXO clocks, and proprietary FPGA-controlled signal processing. Native support for PCM up to 1.536MHz and DSD1024 ensures compatibility with today’s highest-resolution formats, while the robust linear power supply and heavy-duty CNC-machined chassis provide a stable, noise-free foundation for pure, uncolored sound reproduction.
Key Features:
- Discrete R-2R DAC design – true balanced topology for ultra-accurate conversion
- Dual OCXO clocks – femtosecond-grade timing for jitter-free playback
- FPGA-based architecture – handles reclocking, oversampling, and decoding internally
- Native DSD1024 / PCM1536 support – future-proof high-resolution audio compatibility
- Heavy CNC aluminum chassis – resonance-controlled, EMI-shielded design
- Multiple inputs – USB, AES/EBU, Coaxial, Optical, I²S (HDMI/LVDS)
- Upgradeable firmware – continual performance enhancements from Denafrips
- Zero digital filter mode – for pure NOS (non-oversampling) playback
The sonic signature of the Terminator 15th is defined by deep spatial layering, natural tonal balance, and microdynamic finesse. It delivers music with commanding authority and subtle emotional depth—resolving complex passages without ever sounding clinical. Whether you’re pairing it with reference-grade amplification or high-efficiency loudspeakers, the Terminator 15th presents digital music as a richly analog, deeply immersive experience.
