{"product_id":"smsl-raw-mda1","title":"SMSL RAW-MDA1 Dual ES9039Q2M Audio DAC \u0026 Headphone Amp | XMOS XU316 \u0026 MQA Support","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ae-pic-a1.aliexpress-media.com\/kf\/S9e9c2ab8cc224640aaecbccc0b2d24e06.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ae-pic-a1.aliexpress-media.com\/kf\/S63de7e3170b74b458d24f91da39b75d0B.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ae-pic-a1.aliexpress-media.com\/kf\/S7ff00015a44e41fb81f534b13fd65bc6f.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ae-pic-a1.aliexpress-media.com\/kf\/S9fb26a64f2fa47b986d920381c57d2b3L.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ae-pic-a1.aliexpress-media.com\/kf\/S5097d14b82bc491cb2b9691ef92aeed5H.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ae-pic-a1.aliexpress-media.com\/kf\/Sa7600198d74c4a678d7ff2de8c39f349T.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ae-pic-a1.aliexpress-media.com\/kf\/S8f425f5e38d84b918ed00798d73ae94bU.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ae-pic-a1.aliexpress-media.com\/kf\/S1baaf240af9542d9aed8c7b00edb9a40g.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ae-pic-a1.aliexpress-media.com\/kf\/Sd0dbcb20d8764a278cd77f9c3725a616v.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ae-pic-a1.aliexpress-media.com\/kf\/S49f6ff6eef5a42289d1086aac65a1a12f.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ae-pic-a1.aliexpress-media.com\/kf\/S276fa98b385f47a5be2d6511e2de1f23v.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ae-pic-a1.aliexpress-media.com\/kf\/Se7e08b02e49e47c1af10e814f48f28e9m.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ae-pic-a1.aliexpress-media.com\/kf\/Sb0727be7cede4a4ab0420f5fad3654976.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ae-pic-a1.aliexpress-media.com\/kf\/S7ff5ca4d914c46f28a26f53091542747j.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ae-pic-a1.aliexpress-media.com\/kf\/S19cc5a4577af484d9489474f265d797eB.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ae-pic-a1.aliexpress-media.com\/kf\/S39e6afd090874803a9f6173c015e5d115.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ae-pic-a1.aliexpress-media.com\/kf\/S8729506256ff461f8c6fc691ec070560m.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSMSL RAW-MDA1 Dual ES9039Q2M Desktop DAC and Headphone Amplifier\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S.M.S.L RAW-MDA1 represents a masterclass in modern digital audio engineering, merging high-performance digital-to-analog conversion with a powerful, versatile headphone amplifier. Designed for audiophiles and desktop enthusiasts who demand pristine sound quality and robust drive capability, it delivers master-grade resolution, ultra-low distortion, and an expansive soundstage that brings every nuance of your music to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003eDual ES9039Q2M DAC Architecture\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-134 citation-end-134\"\u003eAt the heart of the RAW-MDA1 is ESS Technology’s advanced dual-chip architecture, utilizing two ES9039Q2M DAC chips driven by the third-generation XMOS XU-316 processor.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e This meticulously engineered configuration drastically reduces noise interference and digital jitter while ensuring exceptional channel separation. The result is an exceptionally pure, transparent, and lifelike audio reproduction with pinpoint imaging and rich textural detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003eHigh-Performance Headphone Amplifier with OPA1612A Op-Amps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003eEquipped with six high-end OPA1612A dual op-amps and a dedicated headphone amplification stage, the RAW-MDA1 delivers robust output power—up to 2.5W per channel into 16-ohm loads. It effortlessly drives demanding over-ear headphones and sensitive in-ear monitors alike, maintaining tight bass control, pristine vocal clarity, and effortless dynamics across any genre.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003eMQA and High-Resolution Audio Decoding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003eThe RAW-MDA1 provides comprehensive hardware support for the industry's most demanding digital formats. It natively decodes PCM audio up to 32-bit\/768kHz and Direct Stream Digital up to DSD512 via USB. Additionally, full MQA and MQA-CD decoding capabilities allow listeners to stream or play back studio-original master recordings precisely as the artist intended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003eQualcomm Bluetooth 5.1 Wireless Connectivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-131 citation-end-131\"\u003eEquipped with a high-end Qualcomm Bluetooth chipset supporting version 5.1, the RAW-MDA1 enables high-definition wireless streaming protocols including LDAC (24-bit\/96kHz), aptX HD, aptX, SBC, and AAC.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e This ensures that users can enjoy seamless, high-resolution wireless audio from smartphones, tablets, or laptops without sacrificing sonic fidelity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003eVersatile Balanced and Single-Ended Outputs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003eTo integrate effortlessly into any desktop audio system, the RAW-MDA1 features professional-grade analog outputs including balanced XLR line outputs, single-ended RCA outputs, and a front-panel headphone jack. With ultra-low distortion metrics and high dynamic range, it functions seamlessly as a standalone DAC, a preamplifier, or a complete desktop head-fi hub.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003eTempered Glass Full-Laminated Color IPS Display\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003eThe chassis is designed with a sleek, modern aesthetic and features a fully laminated tempered glass color IPS display. This vibrant screen provides clear visibility of playback status, volume level, sampling rates, and menu settings, while offering intuitive control alongside the included remote control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-130 citation-end-130\"\u003eAbout SMSL\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-130 citation-end-130\"\u003eFoshan ShuangMuSanLin Electronics Co., Ltd. (SMSL) is an established manufacturer in high-fidelity desktop audio. \u003cspan class=\"citation-129 citation-end-129\"\u003eSpecializing in digital-to-analog converters, balanced headphone amplifiers, and power amps, SMSL has built a global reputation for combining rigorous bench performance, clean industrial design, and practical feature sets across various price tiers.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-130 citation-end-130\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-129 citation-end-129\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-128 citation-end-128\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-130 citation-end-130\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-129 citation-end-129\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-128 citation-end-128\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-127 citation-end-127\"\u003eInput: USB, Optical x2, Coaxial x2, Bluetooth\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-130 citation-end-130\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-129 citation-end-129\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-128 citation-end-128\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-126 citation-end-126\"\u003eOutput: XLR, RCA, Headphone Jack\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-130 citation-end-130\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-129 citation-end-129\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-128 citation-end-128\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-125 citation-end-125\"\u003eTHD+N: 0.00005% (-124.5dB, non-weighting)\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-130 citation-end-130\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-129 citation-end-129\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-128 citation-end-128\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-124 citation-end-124\"\u003eDynamic Range \u0026amp; SNR: XLR 132dB, RCA 127dB, HP 122dB\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-130 citation-end-130\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-129 citation-end-129\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-128 citation-end-128\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-123 citation-end-123\"\u003eHeadphone Output Power: 2.5W x2 (16Ω), 1.7W x2 (32Ω)\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-130 citation-end-130\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-129 citation-end-129\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-128 citation-end-128\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-122 citation-end-122\"\u003eUSB Compatibility: Windows 7\/8\/8.1\/10\/11, Mac OS X, Linux\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-130 citation-end-130\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-129 citation-end-129\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-128 citation-end-128\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-121 citation-end-121\"\u003eBluetooth Specification: 5.1 (Supports LDAC, aptX HD, aptX, SBC, AAC)\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-130 citation-end-130\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-129 citation-end-129\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-128 citation-end-128\"\u003eSampling Rate (USB): PCM up to 32-bit\/768kHz, DSD up to DSD512 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-130 citation-end-130\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-129 citation-end-129\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-128 citation-end-128\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-120 citation-end-120\"\u003eMQA Decoder: USB, Optical, Coaxial\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-130 citation-end-130\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-129 citation-end-129\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-128 citation-end-128\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-119 citation-end-119\"\u003eSize: 189 x 45 x 179 mm\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-135 citation-end-135\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-130 citation-end-130\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-129 citation-end-129\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-128 citation-end-128\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-118 citation-end-118\"\u003eWeight: 1.02 kg\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SMSL","offers":[{"title":"SMSL-RAW-MDA1-black","offer_id":67801251283248,"sku":"SMSL-RAW-MDA1-black","price":376.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0915\/6712\/8880\/files\/S7f450507cce54a7288fccb13a728b23ed_png_960x960_png.avif?v=1789629297","url":"https:\/\/aehifi.com\/products\/smsl-raw-mda1","provider":"AEHIFI SHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}