General informations
The Aune S6 Pro DAC is the MKII version of the S6 series, with which Aune offers a DAC/headphone amplifier based on AKM's excellent AK4497 converter chip . The device has connectivity of great completeness and quality for perfect integration into your audio system.
A 32-bit DAC allows access to very high resolution files . The USB input supports high resolution file formats up to 768kHz and native DSD512 . Coaxial input supports 384kHz / 24-bit and DSD128 (DOP) . The 192kHz / 24-bit optical input. Finally, the AES handles PCM DSD DOP128 and 384kHz / 24-bit.
Each channel (stereo) has the advantage of having its own pre-amp circuit. This system ensures excellent signal stability on the balanced and unbalanced output with a well-defined sound stage . The device , on the test bench, shows a -132dB crosstalk with harmonic distortion ( THD ) @ 1kHz 0.0005% and a dynamic range up to 119dB (118dB SNR).
Aune S6 Pro headphone amplifier
The Aune S6 Pro combines one of the most efficient DAC models with an amplifier circuit built around a proven headphone preamplifier. The front amplifier stage of the headphones has a 6.35mm output jack and a balanced XLR analog output.
The balanced XLR output delivers up to 405mW into a 300O load while the unbalanced 1/4" jack output can deliver 120mW into an equivalent load.
The connections of the Aune S6 Pro
With an impressive array of connectivity, the S6 Pro features an AES/EBU digital input , a coaxial port, and an optical input.
The USB-B port can connect the S6 Pro to a computer or even an OTG compatible smartphone/tablet without sacrificing audio quality.
As an output , the S6 Pro offers the option of unbalanced RCA stereo XLR unbalanced stereo balanced stereo . It can very well be connected to various types of audio devices.