Esoteric Audio SZ-1 Main features:
Players equipped with CIRRUS LOGIC CS4398 D/A converter for decoding both Pulse Code Modulation (PCM), and Direct Stream Digital (DSD), formats.
The Esoteric SZ-1 features direct mode decoding for native DSD signal processing. DSD signals are directly converted to analog signals and led to the final output stage without passing through any other processing circuits such as volume controls or PCM conversion. This results in native DSD decoding for SACD encoded material. Furthermore, PCM encoded material such as native CD is also decoded in its original format and automatically upconverted by the Cirrus logic chip set.
ESOTERIC’S high performance sliding shaft structure and vertical laser pick-up system.
The Esoteric SZ-1 features many high-end audio technologies developed exclusively by ESOTERIC. Most disc players allow for “off axis,” vertical tracking which requires a need for extensive error correction. Esoteric’s tracking ability greatly reduces the need to error correct embedded data. The sliding shaft structure in the SZ-1 is designed to prevent laser pick-up, off axis tilting during movement of the lens. This structure ensures stable motion of the pick-up and much more precise reading of all embedded material within the disc. This technology evolved from ESOTERIC’S flagship models P-01 and P-03.
Precise vertical alignment to the disc, with proper clamping and isolation from vibration, without any off axis movement by the lens, minimizes the need for error correction and/or interpolation of audio video data. These exclusive design implementations are why ESOTERIC players provide exceptional audio and video reproduction.
I.Link terminal (AUDIO S400)
In addition to offering coax digital and optical outputs (TosLink), all formats of digital audio can also be output from the included iLink terminal. ESOTERIC’S flow-rate-control technology used with the iLink connections contribute to even higher-grade signal transmissions.
WORD SYNC IN terminal
The Esoteric SZ-1 features WORD SYNC input terminals. This input allows you to synchronize operations from external components such as master clock generators including ESOTERIC’S G-0s, G25U, or the AZ-1 digital amplifier. Synchronizing WORD SYNC signals between these devices improves sound quality providing greater transparency, staging, imaging and separation.
Wild West Electronics is proud to be an Authorized ESOTERIC Dealer:
- Please call toll-free 1 (800) 785-0399 for more information.
- In our area? ESOTERIC SZ-1 SACD / CD Player is Available for Audition by Appointment
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