HiFi Rose RD160 DAC 和前級擴大機：漂亮（且昂貴）的新型數位類比轉換器

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If you're looking for the best possible hi-res audio experience from your collection of hi-fi separates, then you'll want to take a closer look at the HiFi Rose RD160 DAC and pre-amp. It's not cheap, but it's packed with cutting-edge technology and boasts an exquisite build quality that's sure to impress even the most discerning audiophiles.

如果您正在從您的高保真分離器系列中尋找最佳的高解析度音訊體驗，那麼您將需要仔細研究 HiFi Rose RD160 DAC 和前級擴大機。它並不便宜，但它配備了尖端技術，並擁有精緻的製作質量，即使是最挑剔的發燒友也一定會留下深刻的印象。

The RD160 uses several new and proprietary HiFi Rose technological acronyms, including ROSE DPC, ROSE NRA, and ROSE CIM. Let's quickly break those down:

RD160 使用多個新的專有 HiFi Rose 技術縮寫，包括 ROSE DPC、ROSE NRA 和 ROSE CIM。讓我們快速分解一下：

ROSE DPC (Digital Processing Core) Module guarantees signal accuracy and precision regardless of the source thanks to using an OCXO clock, says the company.

該公司表示，ROSE DPC（數位處理核心）模組透過使用 OCXO 時鐘，可以確保訊號的準確性和精度，無論訊號源如何。

ROSE CIM (Completely Isolated Module) architecture uses a two-chip solution. Yes, this is a fully balanced, dual-mono DAC design with complete mechanical separation between channels.

ROSE CIM（完全隔離模組）架構採用兩晶片解決方案。是的，這是一個完全平衡的雙單聲道 DAC 設計，通道之間具有完全的機械分離。

ROSE NRA (Noise Reduction Analog) filter achieves, says the hi-fi specialist, a "flat frequency response, even in the very low-frequency range". Impressive.

這位高保真音響專家表示，ROSE NRA（降噪類比）濾波器可實現「平坦的頻率響應，即使在極低的頻率範圍內也是如此」。感人的。

Three customized reference-level linear power supplies drive the two channels and the main digital processing board independently, in a bid to reduce interference and crosstalk, HiFi Rose tells me. Again, RD160 uses two DAC chips per channel; the Asahi Kasei AK4191 handling digital filtering and initial delta-sigma modulation stages and the AK4499EX handling the final digital-to-analog conversion.

HiFi Rose 告訴我，三個客製化的參考級線性電源獨立驅動兩個通道和主數位處理板，以減少干擾和串擾。同樣，RD160 每個通道使用兩個 DAC 晶片； Asahi Kasei AK4191 處理數位濾波和初始 delta-sigma 調變階段，AK4499EX 處理最終的數位類比轉換。

Alongside the usual connectivity options, the RD160 also features an SFP USB input, which supports optical USB conversion, and for further compatibility with a wider high-end system, the RD160 also offers 50Ω and 75Ω external clock inputs.

除了常見的連接選項外，RD160 還具有 SFP USB 輸入，支援光纖 USB 轉換，為了進一步相容於更廣泛的高階系統，RD160 還提供 50Ω 和 75Ω 外部時脈輸入。

HiFi Rose's RD160 also features an output level setting option, allowing you to select from fixed output levels between 1V and 9V. Why is that good? It allows you to connect to a wide range of amplifiers and avoid either low output or too much gain and clipping.

HiFi Rose 的 RD160 還具有輸出電平設定選項，可讓您從 1V 到 9V 之間的固定輸出電平進行選擇。為什麼這樣好呢？它允許您連接到各種放大器，並避免低輸出或過多的增益和削波。

Lastly, we need to talk about that solid aluminum chassis. It's a full-width HiFi Rose product (which means it can be part of your hi-fi 'stack', although you really do need to invest in a proper hi-fi rack at this level) and you get an IR remote control in the box. There's also something the company's calling a "hidden screen" front panel, to relay all key playback information, plus some front-panel buttons and a reassuring hi-fi knob to help you control things.

最後，我們需要談談堅固的鋁製底盤。它是一款全寬HiFi Rose 產品（這意味著它可以成為您的hi-fi“堆疊”的一部分，儘管您確實需要在這個級別投資一個合適的hi-fi 機架）並且您可以在其中獲得紅外線遙控器盒子。還有一個該公司稱之為“隱藏螢幕”的前面板，用於轉發所有關鍵的播放訊息，再加上一些前面板按鈕和一個令人放心的高保真旋鈕來幫助您控制事物。

Through that front screen, you can access four sampling options (Bypass, PCM, DSD, and Upsampling) and six digital filters to find the sound that suits your tastes. And when sat back in your listening position, your multiple screen display options include a live soundwave of each channel, so you can see what you're hearing too.

透過該前螢幕，您可以存取四個取樣選項（旁路、PCM、DSD 和上取樣）和六個數位濾波器，以找到適合您口味的聲音。當坐在您的聆聽位置時，您的多個螢幕顯示選項包括每個通道的即時聲波，因此您也可以看到您所聽到的內容。

It's so elegant, no? It comes in black or silver and will arrive in November 2024. And now the delicate topic of coin: HiFi Rose RD160 is officially £4,699 in the UK, which means it'll come in at around $6,180 or a cool AU$9,000.

太優雅了，不是嗎？它有黑色或銀色兩種顏色，將於2024 年11 月上市。澳元。

If you're after something a little more portable but still have a bit of cash to burn, then be sure to check out the iFi xDSD Gryphon. You won't regret it.

如果您想要更便攜的東西，但仍然需要花點錢，那麼一定要看看 iFi xDSD Gryphon。你不會後悔的。