DSD-AR is a new product added to APL’s HiFi Systems As with all other APL converters, this DAC automatically converts all inputs to DSD signals. The device accepts all PCM and DSD audio formats and converts all these input signals to analog after amplifying them to 128 or 256DSD.

DSD-AR, a completely handmade, boutique product, was designed and produced with the aim of providing the best possible sound quality at its price level. DAC-AR, which may be considered the end of the road for many audio enthusiasts who are looking for smooth sound such as natural and analog, is a device that those looking for a DAC should definitely listen to.

With its 4 times DSD processing capacity, transformer-matched Class A output stage and affordable price, DSD-AR is one of the rare products that manages to combine high-level technological refinement with musicality.

At a more than reasonable cost, the DSD-AR is my new reference in the “still attainable” class. CHRISTIAAN PUNTER HiFi Advice

For DSD-AR review in HiFi-Advice please click here.

• S/PDIF and AES/EBU digital inputs (192kHz/24bit PCM compatible)
• USB input (384kHz/32bit PCM, DSD128 and NativeDSD in DoP, compatible up to DSD256)
• Both 44.1kHz and 48kHz base frequencies supported for DSD

• Single ended RCA outputs : 2.4V RMS.
• Balanced XLR outputs: 1.2V + 1.2V RMS.
• Not: XLR and RCA outputs are selectable by rear switch
• Output impedance: around 200 Ohm

• IEC power input with integrated fuse
• 0.5A special ceramic fuse
• 120V or 230V / 50-60Hz set at factory

• W 432 x H 80 x D 260 mm
• 4.6kg unpacked

• Infrared remote controller
• User manual
• certificate of authenticity
• Power cable