| Model | ES9038Q2M |
| PCM | 32Bit/768kHz |
| DSD | DSD128 |
| MQA | YES |
| USB Bridge | |
| Recommended | [Mixed]
PRO hyper tiny form factor, good headphone required, breathtaking audio results with PCM funny code of LED colors CON 24 Bit output NOT 32 Bit DSD128 max in DOP, DSD Native not working properly on Linux, audible pops and clicks during PCM<>DSD change, poor heat dissipation |
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Hi-Res Audio Certified
Hi-Res Audio certification is a design proposed and defined by Sony and recognized by JAS (Japanese Audio Association) and CEA (Consumer Electronics Association), requires the capability of audio devices to handle the digital resolution more than 24-bit/96kHz, for the purpose of performance extreme music quality and original sound reproduction.
ESS9038Q2M DAC
Clean yet transparent. Excellent bass with fairly good sufficient depth, mids sounds full, and the smooth sparkly treble feels lively. Obviously S9 Pro is the master when compared with S9.
PCM Supports Up to 32bit/768kHz
With the up to 32bit/768kHz PCM, Hidizs S9 Pro DAC amplifier is ideal for a high-resolution audio source playback. Get yourself a S9 Pro, and experience unbeatable sound.
Native DSD Supports Up to 512
Make Your Mobile Phone a HiFi Music Player Via S9 Pro. The improvement of mobile phone audio quality will surprise you – Enjoy the music like never before!
3.5mm + 2.5mm Output
As a portable but powerful DAC dongle, S9 Pro has both single-ended and balanced outputs, which means greater power, detailed resolution, more functional, and user friendly. It can even powerfully drive all full-size headphones.
Sampling Rate Indicator Light
LED indicator lights up in different colors, synchronized with the sample rate of the music being played.
Yellow: DSD64/128
Purple: DSD256/512
Blue: PCM176.4/192(Khz)
Red: PCM 352.8/384(Khz)
White: PCM 705.6/768(Khz)
Green: PCM 44.1/48/88.2/96(Khz)
Power is Everything
100mW@32Ω 3.5mm SE / 200mW@32Ω 2.5mm Balanced. Strongly drive ability in S9 Pro portable DAC AMP delivers outstanding desktop-class performance. Come on! Don’t miss it!
Cute but Puts Out a Nice High-End Vibe
Items manufactured by CNC integrated molding technology can be called works of art due to the difficulty and high time costs, showing the fine workmanship, stable structure, and pleasing appearance which is incomparable to welded or split products.
Considerate Items for You
Coming with a USB – A adapter, a 10cm Type-C to Type-C cable and a clear detachable back clip.
S9 Pro Specifications
| Parameters | Dimensions | 18 x 59 x 8mm |
| DAC Chip | ES9038Q2M | |
| DSD | Native DSD64/128/256/512 | |
| PCM | Support up to 768kHz/32Bit | |
| Build Quality | Aluminum-alloy CNC integration (Black, Silver) | |
| Transmission Interface | Type-C | |
| Net Weight | 11g |
| Output Option | Compatible with Single Ended 3.5mm and Balanced 2.5mm headphones. |
| Compatible with earphone with a mic. |
| Power | No need to charge. Plug and Play. |
| System Function | Support: Windows, Mac OS, iPad OS, Android, iOS. Please note: For iOS users, the Lightning OTG cable has to be purchased separately. |
| Performance Specifications |
| Single-Ended Headphone Output | Rated Output Power | L&R 100mW@32Ω |
| Frequency Response | 20-50kHz | |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) | 120dB (@32Ω) | |
| Channel Separation | 80dB (@32Ω) | |
| Total Harmonic Distortion+Noise | 0.0012% (@32Ω) | |
| Balanced Headphone Output | Rated Output Power | L&R 200mW@32Ω |
| Frequency Response | 20-50kHz | |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) | 119dB (@32Ω) | |
| Channel Separation | 118dB (@32Ω) | |
| Total Harmonic Distortion+Noise | 0.0006% (@32Ω) |
| Recommended Headphone Impedance Range | 8-300Ω |
| Metal & Color | Black, Silver |
| What’s in the box | Type-C to Type-C×1 Type-C to USB-A adapter×1 Rear clip×1 User manual×1 Warranty card×1 |