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A Truly Musical Preamp, DAC, and Headphone Amp
The NuPrime DAC-10H combines leading-edge technology
that offers PCM 384K and DSD256 decoding with a high-power balanced
headphone amplifier.
The DAC-10H distinguishes itself from the stacks of
high performance DACs that are currently cluttering the marketplace.
NuPrime recognizes that merely supporting standard sampling rates and
hi-res music formats using state-of-the-art chips or proprietary digital
signal processing is not sufficient.
To satisfy the most discerning audiophiles, the
NuPrime DAC-10H does three things exceptionally well. First, it will
drive any headphones with ease. Second, it delivers the utmost detail
during a symphony’s quietest passages or a soundtrack’s heart-pounding
explosion. Finally, it accomplishes all of this in the most natural
sound. It is a truly musical device.
High-end Preamp Section
To meet the requirement of audiophiles who want to
eliminate extra components in their system, the DAC-10H incorporates a
high-end preamp capable of driving the power amplifier directly. The
DAC-10H includes features borrowed from the Reference class P-20 preamp,
including an advanced, thin-film switched-resistor ladder network for
controlling volume, which provides a single resistor in the signal path
at any volume setting. It also has individually adjustable volume on
each input for precise source level matching and volume adjustment in 99
precise, 0.5dB increments.
The Heart of the System
As the heart of an audio system, the DAC-10H supports
an extensive number of inputs and formats. Utilizing the world’s best
performing 32-bit audio DAC is only a first step for designing the
ultimate DAC. The experience and proprietary know-how in designing many
"Editor’s Choice" and "Product of the Year" award-winning products
elevate the NuPrime DAC-10H above the competition.
Notable features include five digital inputs and two
stereo inputs for system flexibility. Inputs consist of one USB digital,
two coaxial digital S/PDIF, two optical digital S/PDIF, and two analog
stereo RCA. Outputs consist of optical digital (up to 24 bit/192 kHz),
unbalanced stereo RCA line out, balanced stereo XLR pre-out, balanced
headphone out (XLR-4 jack), and unbalanced headphone amplifier out (1/4"
jack).
On the output side, it offers unique dual gain
settings for RCA with 2V or 4V outputs, XLR with 4V or 8V outputs. Each
of the balanced and unbalanced headphone outputs have four different
high power output settings.
World's Best 32-bit Audio DAC
The SABRE32 Reference ES9018 from ESS Technology is
the world’s best-performing 32-bit audio DAC solution for high-end
consumer applications and professional studio equipment. With ESS’s
32-bit Hyperstream™ DAC architecture and Time Domain Jitter Eliminator,
the SABRE32 Reference DAC delivers an unprecedented dynamic range of up
to 135 dB and THD+N (Total Harmonic Distortion plus Noise) of -120dB,
all of which put the DAC-10H at the industry’s cutting edge.
Symmetrical signal processing with exact signal
transmission over the entire frequency spectrum and extremely low
harmonic distortion ensures an unadulterated musical presentation.
Asynchronous transfer mode delivers extremely low levels of jitter.
Ultra-low-noise JFETs in the input stage offer the lowest possible noise
level.
The DAC-10H supports DSD native playback by ASIO2.1
(up to 11.2MHz) and DoP (up to 5.6MHz) method and sample rates of 44.1,
48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192, 352.8, 384 kHz and DSD64 to DSD256.
Top Quality Headphone Amplifier
Today’s best headphones can cost as much as a
high-end DAC. Their owners demand a headphone amp that fully exploits
their potential. Key features of the DAC-10H headphone amp include a
four-pin balanced and a standard 1/4" stereo headphone amplifier
outputs. The output circuitry is designed for use with up to two dynamic
headphones. Consistent wiring and the use of XLR-4 sockets ensure
excellent channel separation. A convenient gain switch offers best
performance with in-ear, on-ear and over-ear headphones.
Other features include a linear power supply with a
multi-rail toroidal transformer, independent left/right channel power
supplies, a 12V trigger output, and full microprocessor control with
memory retention. A wireless remote is included. The DAC-10H is offered
in stylish black or silver anodized aluminum finish. Overview
High-resolution DAC, premium preamp, powerful headphone amp
Five digital and two stereo inputs for system flexibility.
SABRE32 Reference ES9018 from ESS Technology with 32-bit Hyperstream™ DAC architecture and Time Domain Jitter Eliminator
Symmetrical signal processing with exact signal transmission over the entire frequency spectrum
Asynchronous transfer mode
Ultra-low-noise JFETs in the input stage
Supports DSD native playback by ASIO2.1 (up to 11.2MHz) and DoP (up to 5.6MHz) method
Sample Rate Display – 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192, 352.8, 384 kHz and DSD64 to DSD256
Unique dual gain settings for RCA with 2V or 4V outputs, XLR
with 4V or 8V outputs; and each of the balanced and unbalanced headphone
outputs with four different high power output settings.
Exclusive driver software for Windows
Standard driver software for Mac
Linear power supply with multi-rail toroidal transformer
Independent left/right channel power supplies
12V trigger output
Full microprocessor control with memory retention
Included remote control for full convenience
Available in stylish black or silver anodized aluminum finish
Preamp
Advanced, thin-film switched-resistor ladder network for controlling volume
Individually adjustable volume on each input for precise source level matching
Volume adjustment in 99 precise, 0.5dB increments
Inputs
1 x USB Digital
2 x Coaxial Digital S/PDIF
2 x Optical Digital S/PDIF
2 x Analog Stereo RCA
Outputs
Optical (up to 24 bit/192 kHz)
Stereo RCA (Line out). Output impedance < 100 Ohms.
Stereo Balanced (XLR-3 socket pre-out ). Output impedance < 100 Ohms.
Balanced headphone amplifier (XLR-4 jack)
Unbalanced headphone amplifier (6.3 mm jack)
USB Sampling Rates: 44.1KHz, 48KHz, 88.2KHz, 96KHz, 176.4KHz,
192KHz, 352.8KHz, 384KHz and DSD 2.8MHz (DSD64) , 5.6MHz (DSD128)
11.2MHz (DSD256)
S/PDIF Sampling Rates: 44.1KHz, 48KHz, 88.2KHz, 96, 176.4KHz, 192KHz
Maximum Sampling Rate: 24-bits
Bit Resolution: 16-24-bits
Frequency Response: 10Hz to 80kHz
Max. output power: 680 mW @ 1 kHz and 600 ohm load at the XLR-4 output
Frequency response: < 10 Hz to > 100 kHz
Crosstalk attenuation: min. 93 dB @ 1 kHz
THD+N: < 0.0003%
Dynamic range: > 115 dB @ 600 ohm load (A-weighted)
Worldwide AC voltage: (90VAC~130VAC // 210VAC~ 250VAC) With Voltage Select Switch
AC Fuse: Slow-blow,T2.5A, 250VAC
Dimensions: 8.5" wide, 2.3" high, 15" deep
Weight: 10.5 lbs.
Generating expert take…
NuPrime Audio is a California-born hi-fi brand founded in 2014 by Jason Lim, the co-founder of NuForce’s high-end division. After NuForce’s premium assets were acquired, NuPrime was established to carry that engineering lineage forward, keeping a strong link to the earlier company’s reputation for compact, high-performance electronics. The brand is now managed by Nuoem Pte. Ltd., reflecting an international business structure even as its identity remains rooted in U.S. audio design.
NuPrime is best known for amplification and digital electronics: integrated amplifiers, stereo and mono power amps, preamps, DACs, streamers, phono stages, and related components. Its catalogue leans heavily toward Class D and hybrid designs, often paired with proprietary input stages and compact chassis aimed at high efficiency and low distortion. It is not primarily a speaker, turntable, headphone, or cable brand.
In the market, NuPrime sits in the serious enthusiast and upper-mid to high-end niche. It appeals to buyers who value technical innovation, small-footprint components, and a clean, modern presentation over nostalgia or luxury styling. The brand has a strong reputation among detail-oriented hi-fi listeners, especially those looking for ambitious electronics at prices below the ultra-exotic summit-fi level.
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