*NEW* Esoteric N-05XD

Mike

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As Esoteric’s first-ever Network DAC/preamp, the N05XD is specifically designed to deliver superior sound quality from the smallest system configurations combining your favorite power amplifier, speakers, and headphones. Integrating fully balanced circuitry directly derived from Esoteric’s flagship series, the N05XD network engine is equipped with a pure, dedicated linear power supply and an in-house designed discrete DAC that ensures that its preamplifier and headphone amplifier are capable of clearly reproducing the full sound of a recording’s original master.

A seamless integration of the most Esoteric-like essences, the N05XD has been thoroughly refined under the guiding principles of ultimate sound quality. Just a touch of its volume knob clearly reveals this quality in its most exquisite form and promises the fullest and most satisfying enjoyment of Esoteric’s pure signature sound. No longer will superior sound quality need to be sacrificed in the pursuit of a simplified high-end audio system.

This beautiful new component consists of a Network Audio Player, Esoteric’s proprietary Master Sound Discrete DAC with 64-bit processing, balanced headphone amplifier, and line stage preamplifier; all in one chassis and available in either silver or black. All at an MSRP/MAP of $11,000 USD.

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Impressive feature set from a top brand. I'll be surprised if you don't sell a ton of these, Mike.

Agreed. This and the new Boulder 812 will be defining products in a new product category.


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If there is a Grandioso version of the N-05XD in the Esoteric pipeline it would be compelling.

No. With the Boulder 812 and N-05XD, we have some exciting new product categories. Hoping to see both next month!
 
As a Grandioso owner, if five Grandioso boxes could be reduced to just one without sacrificing too much performance would be very appealing to me.
 
As a Grandioso owner, if five Grandioso boxes could be reduced to just one without sacrificing too much performance would be very appealing to me.

Wishful thinking I am afraid. I am big on Integrated Amps and one-box solution, but I realize there are trade offs.

Besides, Mike as a dealer, I would venture to guess, has a much better understanding of market trends and demands than you and I as customers
 
Customers are the ones who form the market trends, and this customer would like a Grandioso version of N-05XD.
 
can't wait to hear the report after you have run it in!

wonder if the SQ is higher for the black version? ;):D
 
First impressions? Absolutely awesome. Smooooooooth. Big sound. Has sweetness.


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