Denafrips Ares 15th DAC

$2,149.00

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Description

Denafrips Ares 15th – 15th Anniversary Edition

R-2R DAC Redefined | High-Resolution Entry | Analog Soul in a Digital World

The Denafrips Ares 15th Anniversary Edition marks a significant evolution of Denafrips’ beloved entry-level R-2R DAC, bringing performance and refinement that punch well above its class. Designed to celebrate 15 years of digital innovation, this special edition introduces a host of meaningful upgrades, including improved power regulation, enhanced clock architecture, and a newly refined analog output stage—all while maintaining the brand’s core ethos of natural, fatigue-free sound.

At the heart of the Ares 15th is a fully discrete, true balanced R-2R ladder DAC topology, offering native support for PCM 1.536MHz and DSD1024 via USB. It features proprietary FPGA processing and FIFO buffering, ensuring ultra-precise signal handling with reduced jitter and distortion. The result is a rich, analog-like presentation with excellent tonal balance, a deep and layered soundstage, and exceptional clarity that reveals the nuance and emotion in every recording.

Key Features:

  • Fully discrete R-2R DAC with balanced signal path
  • Native PCM1536 / DSD1024 support via USB
  • Proprietary FPGA with FIFO buffer & reclocking
  • Linear power supply with precision regulation
  • Robust aluminum chassis with anti-resonance design
  • Multiple digital inputs: USB, I²S, Optical, Coaxial, AES/EBU
  • Upgradeable firmware for future refinements

Whether you’re stepping into the world of high-end digital audio or seeking a musical yet accurate DAC for your reference system, the Ares 15th delivers a level of sonic integrity rarely seen at this price point. It’s not just a gateway to the Denafrips sound—it’s a full expression of it, meticulously refined.

Additional information

Weight 3.5 kg
Dimensions 37.5 × 33.0 × 11.5 cm
Color

Black, Silver

Specifications

ARES 15TH Anniversary Edition

  • I²S Input
  • True NOS R-2R DAC
  • Enhanced Power Supply
  • Anodised Aluminium Chassis Silver/Black

 

Technical Highlights

  • Proprietary R2R + DSD Architecture
  • True balanced 24BIT R2R + 6BIT DSD (32 steps FIR Filters)
  • Low Thermal Effect, High Precision Hand-Matched 0.01% Resistors
  • LPNO Crystal 45.1548MHz, 49.152Mhz
  • Low Noise Power Supply
  • FIFO Buffer
  • Digital Signal Processing via FPGA
  • DSD1024, PCM1536 Supports On USB Input
  • Proprietary USB Audio Solution via STM32F446 Advanced AMR Based MCU
  • Licensed Thesycon USB Driver For Windows Platform
  • Driverless On Mac & Linux

 

DSD  

  • DSD64-DoP On All Input
  • DSD1024* On USB Input Only

PCM  

  • 24bits / 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192KHz On All Input
  • 1536kHz* On USB Input

 

Sampling Mode: Oversampling OS / Non-Oversampling NOS

 

Digital Input  

  • Coax x 1
  • OPT x 1
  • I2S x 1
  • USB2.0 Type B

 

Analog Output

  • RCA at 2.0Vrms, 625 Ω
  • XLR at 4.0Vrms, 1250 Ω

 

Frequency Response: 20-70KHz -3dB

THD+N: 0.004%

S/N Ratio: 115dB

Dynamic Range: >119dB

Stereo Crosstalk: -124dB

 

AC Power Requirement: 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz (Worldwide Voltage, Manual Selector)

Fuse: T2A/250VAC. 5x20mm 2A Slow Blow

Power Consumption: ≤20W

Dimension: 215W x 221D x 44H mm (Feet +18mm)

Package Dim: 375 x 330 x 115 mm

Package Content: DAC & Power Cord. No remote control.

Weight: 3.5 Kg

Color: Black / Silver

 

Warranty: 12 Months