Denafrips - Pontus 15th
Desktop R-2R Digital to Analog Converter (DAC)
₹ 229,999
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Unparalleled Digital-To-Analog Conversion For Audiophiles - The Denafrips Pontus 15th
The Denafrips Pontus 15TH redefines audio quality, delivering an incredibly nuanced and layered sound experience. Signal fed to the DAC remain in its native sampling rate without additional processing. This DAC transcends traditional audio perceptions, providing music enthusiasts with an unmatched auditory experience through cutting-edge audio enhancement technologies.
Advanced R-2R Ladder Network Design For Coherent Audio
The Pontus 15TH features a genuine balanced R-2R ladder network array design, with each channel equipped with an independent high-speed CPLD. Utilising four sets of 0.005% R-2R networks, it ensures exceptionally low distortion and background noise, making every note resonate vividly. All digital inputs are FIFO buffered and reclocked by the on-board LPNO crystal oscillators, ensuring minimal reliance on the source equipment's clock quality and providing exceptional jitter suppression.
Innovative Power Supply And Design For Enhanced Performance
The innovative box-in-box design isolates the DAC motherboard from the linear power supply unit, preventing external interference and enhancing audio purity and stability. The dedicated linear power supply unit, encased in a 1.5mm thick metal alloy enclosure, features beefy dual O-Core transformers for digital and analog sections, ultra-low ESR capacitors, and a multi-stage super linear power supply, ensuring precise and low-ripple power supply.
Upgraded Components For Superior Sound Quality
The Pontus 15TH incorporates a low phase noise oscillator, a true balanced R-2R ladder network with hand-picked tight tolerance resistors, and optimised circuit systems. Additionally, it features major upgrades in capacitors, fine-tuned PSU components, and pure silver cables for power transfer. The Long endurance reservoir capacitors stabilise power delivery and the fine tuning of the PSU enhance the AC/DC rectifiers and DC regulators. This meticulous attention to detail transforms consumer-grade audio sources into high-end sound quality, making the Pontus 15TH a standout in the high-end audio market.
All You Need To Know About The Denafrips Pontus 15th
Digital Input
Coax 1 via RCA Coax 2 via BNC 75 Ω TOSLink x 1 AES EBU x 2 USB2.0 Type B I²S via HDMI LVDS
Analog Output
RCA at 2.0Vrms, 625 Ω XLR at 4.0Vrms, 1250 Ω
R-2R DAC
Proprietary R2R + DSD Architecture True Balanced 26BIT R2R + 6BIT DSD (32 Steps FIR Filters) Low Thermal Effect, High Precision Hand-Matched 0.005% Resistors
Highlight
Encapsulated Ultra Low Noise Power Supply Temperature Compensated Crystal Oscillator TCXO Adaptive FIFO Buffer and Reclocking DSD1024, PCM1536 Supports On USB & I²S Input Proprietary USB Audio Solution via STM32F446 Advanced AMR Based MCU Licensed Thesycon USB Driver For Windows Platform Driverless On Mac & Linux Dual AES/EBU Input Supports Sharp/Slow Filters Option I²S Pinout Configuration I²S DSD Channel Swap Configuration
DSD
DSD64 / 2.8224MHz (DoP) on Coax/AES/Opt Input DSD1024 / 45.1584MHz * On USB & I²S Input Only
PCM
24bits / 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192KHz On All Input 1536kHz* On USB & I²S Input NOTE* USB Firmware V3.4.1 - PCM1536 / DSD1024 Supports Disabled For Compatibility With MacOS
Sampling Mode
Non-Oversampling NOS Oversampling OS
AC Power Requirement
100-240VAC, 50/60Hz (Worldwide Voltage)
Power Consumption
≤20W
Frequency Response
20-70KHz -3dB
THD+N
0.001%
S/N Ratio
120dB
Dynamic Range
>121dB
Stereo Crosstalk
-110dB
Dimension
320 x 330 x 80 mm
Weight
8.5 Kg
Color
Silver / Black
Box Contents
1. Denafrips Pontus 15th
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What is the warranty period on the Denafrips Pontus 15th and how do I claim warranty?
The warranty period on Denafrips Pontus 15th is for 1 year. To read more information click here.
What makes the Denafrips Pontus 15th different from other DACs?
The Denafrips Pontus 15th stands out due to its true balanced R-2R ladder network design, precision-engineered components, and isolation-focused box-in-box construction. It delivers unmatched audio clarity, depth, and detail with minimal distortion and jitter.
Is the Denafrips Pontus 15th compatible with all digital sources?
Yes. It supports a wide range of digital inputs including USB, AES/EBU, Coaxial, and Optical. All inputs are FIFO buffered and reclocked using onboard LPNO crystal oscillators, reducing dependence on the source's clock quality.
Does it support native playback without upsampling?
Absolutely. The Denafrips Pontus 15th maintains the native sampling rate of incoming digital signals without applying additional processing or upsampling, ensuring a pure and uncolored sound.
How does the power supply design improve performance?
Its linear power supply is physically isolated from the DAC motherboard, minimizing electrical interference. With dual O-Core transformers and ultra-low ESR capacitors, it delivers clean, stable power for optimal audio performance.
Does the Denafrips Pontus 15th support balanced output?
Yes. It offers both single-ended (RCA) and true balanced (XLR) outputs, allowing seamless integration into various high-end audio setups.
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