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Rotel DX-3 Headphone Amplifier (Black)

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Rotel DX-3 Headphone Amplifier (Black)

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Product Information

Model: DX-3BLK | UPC: 672563294112

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What's In The Box

Product Information

Model: DX-3BLK | UPC: 672563294112

The ultimate personal audio companion packaged in exquisite industrial design with the sophistication of a premium, fully balanced Headphone Amplifier. The ESS Sabre ES9028PRO DAC renders music via PC-USB input (32-bit/384kHz), Coaxial/Optical (24-bit/192kHz), aptX™ HD Wireless Bluetooth and legacy audio equipment via an AUX RCA input. The DX-3 is ideal for audiophiles seeking to enjoy music with a perfect blend of high performance and stylish design.

Features

  • Certified Roon Tested
  • ESS Premium 32-bit DAC
  • Bluetooth aptX HD and AAC
  • Fully Balanced Differential XLR Outputs
  • Remote Included

Precision Digital Conversion

At its core, the DX-3 is driven by an ESS Sabre ES9028PRO 8-channel DAC, ensuring exceptional digital-to-analog conversion and rendering music with ultimate resolution across an immersive soundstage.

Powerful Headphone Amplifier

The internal headphone amplifier is powered by a custom, in-house manufactured, shielded toroidal transformer with high-current drivers, delivering outstanding dynamics and ultra-low distortion of < 0.004%.

Flexible Headphone Connectivity

Variable user-selectable gain levels—High, Medium, and Low—provide optimal support for both low- and high-impedance headphones. Convenient front panel connections include a 4.4mm balanced and a 6.35mm single-ended headphone output. Volume control is handled by an audiophile-grade NJW1195A analog attenuator, offering precise 0.5dB adjustment steps.

Versatile DAC and Preamplifier Functionality

The DX-3 also operates as a standalone DAC and fully functional preamplifier via XLR balanced and RCA outputs, allowing direct connection to external amplifiers, powered speakers, or integration into existing audio systems.

Intuitive Display and Control

A full-color front panel display provides clear feedback and simplifies navigation through an extensive range of setup options. The aluminum extruded remote control allows effortless access to all runtime and configuration functions.

Designed for the Discerning Listener

Whether used as a high-performance headphone amplifier, a feature-rich preamplifier, or a precision DAC, the DX-3 redefines personal audio with exceptional performance, versatility, and refined craftsmanship—ideal for discerning audiophiles.

Specifications

  • Headphone Output
    • Power Output (THD+N <1%):
    • Single-ended (6.35mm): 765mW @16Ω / 383mW @32Ω / 41mW @300Ω
    • Balanced (4.4mm): 2.8W @16Ω / 1.4W @32Ω / 150mW @300Ω
    • Total Harmonic Distortion (32Ω, 1kHz):
    • Single-ended: <0.008% @ output = 70mW
    • Balanced: <0.004% @ output = 270mW
    • Intermodulation Distortion (60Hz:7kHz, 4:1):
    • Single-ended: <0.01%
    • Balanced: <0.006%
    • Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz (+0dB, –0.2dB)
    • Output Impedance: Single-ended <0.3Ω, Balanced <0.6Ω
    • Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-weighted): Single-ended >100dB, Balanced >110dB
    • Gain Settings: 0dB @ High, –6dB @ Medium, –12dB @ Low
    • Recommended Headphone Impedance: 16Ω–300Ω
  • Analog (Line Outputs)
    • THD (20Hz–20kHz): Unbalanced (RCA) <0.006%, Balanced (XLR) <0.003%
    • Intermodulation Distortion (60Hz:7kHz, 4:1): <0.001%
    • Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz (+0dB, –0.4dB)
    • Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-weighted): >107dB
    • Line Output Level/Impedance: Unbalanced (RCA) 1Vrms / 100Ω; Balanced (XLR) 2Vrms / 200Ω
  • General / Mechanical
    • Dimensions (W × H × D): 8½" × 2¾" × 9¾"
    • Power Requirements: 120V ~ 60Hz (USA) / 230V ~ 50Hz (EU)
    • Power Consumption: 30W
    • Standby Power Consumption: <0.5W
    • Net Weight: 7.1 lbs.

What's In The Box

  • DX-3 Headphone Amplifier
  • Power Cord
  • Remote
  • Manual
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