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Atom DAC+

Name: Atom DAC+
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)

$109

In Stock

Covered by our 2-year transferable warranty

ATOM, STACKED

Atom DAC+ is built to pair with the enormously popular JDS Labs Atom Amp, now with even higher performance, both USB and TOSLINK inputs, and our latest upgradeable XMOS based firmware with UAC2 support and UAC1 fallback*. Atom DAC+'s subtle light ring glows when in use, automatically powers down during inactivity, and wakes up instantly and silently. A dedicated transformer ensures mains isolation. Stack Atom DAC+ with your Atom Amp and enjoy!

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Features

MEMS OSCILLATOR

Atom DAC+ is clocked by 45/49MHz MEMS oscillators with ±25ppm frequency stability, delivering minimal jitter.

UPGRADEABLE FIRMWARE

Atom DAC+'s XMOS based firmware configures and manages all functionality, with DFU support for future updates.

UAC2 AND UAC1

Atom DAC+ supports up to 32/384kHz PCM over a custom XMOS XU208 based UAC2 engine. While we claim no measurable superiority of high sampling rates, UAC2 and ASIO support satisfy your pursuit of bitperfect listening. UAC1 mode is activated when using a UAC1 Fallback Cable.

EXTERNALLY POWERED

Atom DAC+ is powered by a perfected supply network, with an external AC transformer and 10 regulators that ensure consistent rail voltage and super low ripple.

AUTOMATIC STANDBY

Atom DAC+ automatically enters standby after 5 minutes of USB inactivity, powering down its light ring and D/A circuitry, and audio wakes up silently and instantly.

DIFFERENTIAL SUMMING I/V OUTPUT

Differential output of an ES9018K2M DAC is paired with our unique, DC coupled, precision tuned I/V converter with three stages per channel, or six NJM opamps in total.

Customer Reviews

Oct 16, 2024

Killer Dac

Excellent service excellent Dac in conjunction with Atom

James B.

Verified Buyer

Aug 28, 2024

Atom DAC+ for PS5

Easy to use, great quality. I had a little trouble with initial setup bc manual was not detailed enough. Customer suppoer, however, was responsive and immediately able to answer my question. I have been using for 8 months with zero issues.

Jonathan O.

Verified Buyer

Aug 28, 2024

Money well spent

I love it, sounds great, and does everything I need from it. My only complaint is that it is not in a metal enclosure, but I knew that going in. The light weight is noticeable however, but it is not enough of an issue that I would not recommend his amp/dac combo to others.

Shayne L.

Verified Buyer

Oct 4, 2023

Very pleased. Wondering why it took me so long, lol. Hearing nuance and details I hadn’t heard before. I’d recommend your gear to everyone.

Paul

Verified Buyer

Sep 14, 2022

Holy explative, what a noticeable difference! My little PSBs were capable of so much more, and your DAC just brought it out. I think your tag line should be "you don't have to be an audiophile to hear the difference a great DAC makes".

Mannie

Verified Buyer

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Specifications

DAC Performance

Frequency Response, 20Hz-20kHz +/- 0.12dB
SINAD @ 1kHz, 20-22.4kHz 112 dB
THD+N, 20Hz-20kHz < 0.0004%
SNR, 20Hz-20kHz > 117 dB
IMD CCIF, 19/20 kHz -6 dBFS -111 dB
Noise, A-Weighted -109 dBu
Dynamic Range, AES17, A-Weighted > 120 dB
Linearity Error -90 dBFS -0.01 dB
Crosstalk, 1kHz, 100k Input -104 dB
USB Jitter Components @ 12kHz -131 dB
Maximum DAC Line-Output, 100K 2 VRMS
PCB Stackup 4 Layers

Dimensions

Case Dimensions 5.0 x 5.3 x 1.4 in
Weight (Standard) 8 oz
Weight (HEVI) 14 oz

Data Support

Audio Formats (USB) 16/44.1kHz thru 32/384kHz PCM, DSD64-DSD128
Audio Formats (TOSLINK) 16/44.1k thru 24/192k PCM
USB Interface UAC2 with UAC1 Fallback ^1.
USB Driver OS Support Windows 7/8/10/11, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, PS4/PS5, Nintendo Switch ^2.

Connectivity

Digital Inputs USB and TOSLINK
Line Output RCA

^1. UAC1 supported by UAC1 Fallback Cable, sold separately
^2. Appropriate cables are required for Android, iOS, and PS5, and Win 7/8

Packaged Items

Atom DAC+
15VAC Power Adapter
3ft USB Type A to Type B Cable w/Ferrite
Rocker Power Switch

Drivers

XMOS Driver v5.72 for Win 10/11
XMOS driver v5.70 supports Windows 10/11 under x86/x64/arm64 and is optional. No drivers are required for macOS, Linux, or Windows 10/11.

This driver enables ASIO support, provides the ability to view and adjust Buffer Settings (latency), supports 16/24/32-bitrates, and adds full DSD64-128 support to Atom DAC+, Atom DAC 2, EL DAC II+, and Element III (MK2).

All XMOS based JDS Labs DACs are supported, including:
- Element III (MK2)
- Atom DAC 2
- Atom DAC(+)
- EL DAC II(+)
- Element II
This driver is developed and maintained by Thesycon, and licensed to JDS Labs. Please find the full change log at TUSBAudio_history.txt.
Optional - XMOS Firmware Update Utility (DFU) for Win 10/11
This optional application for Windows 10/11 allows you to install firmware updates to XMOS based JDS Labs DACS, including:
- Element III
- Element II
- EL DAC II(+)
- Atom DAC(+)
- Atom DAC 2
To use, unzip the folder and follow instructions in the article How to Install an XMOS Firmware Update.

Firmware

Atom DAC+ | Firmware v2.1.2 - Default

WINDOWS 10/11 INSTALLATION
Please install the latest XMOS Driver, then use the Optional XMOS Driver and XMOS Firmware Update Utility (DFU).

MAC OR LINUX INSTALLATION
Please refer to: https://github.com/jdslabs/xmos_dfu

Please refer to included README.txt for further information. Detailed installation guidance for all operating systems can also be found in the article, How to Install an XMOS Firmware Update

CHANGELOG

v2.1.2 (Released Nov 09, 2022)
* Mute output when USB audio is inactive, to prevent unexpected sounds from Linux or Android systems

v2.1.0 (Released Feb 23, 2022)
* Updated core XUD, USB, and I2C libraries
* Move to RAM based-settings developed for Element III
* Enforce de-emphasis OFF in USB mode, and Auto de-emphasis in S/PDIF mode
* Improved error handling when USB Host is in standby
* Instant mode switching between USB & S/PDIF: Eliminated LED toggling and 2s delay
* Changed auto standby timeout from 15min to 5min
* Changed default DPLL from 5 to 7 to improve general compatibility with 4k TVs
* Improved UAC1 Descriptors to support Nintendo Switch
* Disable operating system volume controls by default: Support PS4/PS5
Atom DAC+ | Firmware v2.1.2 - No Standby

WINDOWS 10/11 INSTALLATION
Please install the latest XMOS Driver, then use the Optional XMOS Driver and XMOS Firmware Update Utility (DFU).

MAC OR LINUX INSTALLATION
Please refer to: https://github.com/jdslabs/xmos_dfu

Please refer to included README.txt for further information. Detailed installation guidance for all operating systems can also be found in the article, How to Install an XMOS Firmware Update

CHANGELOG

v2.1.2 (Released Nov 09, 2022)
* Mute output when USB audio is inactive, to prevent unexpected sounds from Linux or Android systems

v2.1.0 (Released Feb 23, 2022)
* Updated core XUD, USB, and I2C libraries
* Move to RAM based-settings developed for Element III
* Enforce de-emphasis OFF in USB mode, and Auto de-emphasis in S/PDIF mode
* Improved error handling when USB Host is in standby
* Instant mode switching between USB & S/PDIF: Eliminated LED toggling and 2s delay
* Changed auto standby timeout from 15min to 5min
* Changed default DPLL from 5 to 7 to improve general compatibility with 4k TVs
* Improved UAC1 Descriptors to support Nintendo Switch
* Disable operating system volume controls by default: Support PS4/PS5
Atom DAC+ | Firmware v2.1.3 - Enable OS Volume

WINDOWS 10/11 INSTALLATION
Please install the latest XMOS Driver, then use the Optional XMOS Driver and XMOS Firmware Update Utility (DFU).

MAC OR LINUX INSTALLATION
Please refer to: https://github.com/jdslabs/xmos_dfu

Please refer to included README.txt for further information. Detailed installation guidance for all operating systems can also be found in the article, How to Install an XMOS Firmware Update

CHANGELOG

v2.1.3 (Released Jan 12, 2023)
* Enabled OS Volume Controls; otherwise identical to v2.1.2

v2.1.2 (Released Nov 09, 2022)
* Mute output when USB audio is inactive, to prevent unexpected sounds from Linux or Android systems

v2.1.0 (Released Feb 23, 2022)
* Updated core XUD, USB, and I2C libraries
* Move to RAM based-settings developed for Element III
* Enforce de-emphasis OFF in USB mode, and Auto de-emphasis in S/PDIF mode
* Improved error handling when USB Host is in standby
* Instant mode switching between USB & S/PDIF: Eliminated LED toggling and 2s delay
* Changed auto standby timeout from 15min to 5min
* Changed default DPLL from 5 to 7 to improve general compatibility with 4k TVs
* Improved UAC1 Descriptors to support Nintendo Switch
* Disable operating system volume controls by default: Support PS4/PS5

Atom DAC+

ATOM, STACKED

Gallery

Features

MEMS OSCILLATOR

UPGRADEABLE FIRMWARE

UAC2 AND UAC1

EXTERNALLY POWERED

AUTOMATIC STANDBY

DIFFERENTIAL SUMMING I/V OUTPUT

Customer Reviews

Killer Dac

Atom DAC+ for PS5

Money well spent

Specifications

DAC Performance

Dimensions

Data Support

Connectivity

Packaged Items

Drivers

Firmware

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