Description
Accuphase DC-1000 50th Anniversary Digital Processor
Flagship Digital Fidelity
In celebration of 50 years of audio excellence, Accuphase presents the DC-1000—its ultimate digital processor. Crafted with precision and emotion at its core, the DC-1000 is engineered to achieve unprecedented clarity and resolution across all digital sources. At its heart is the ES9038 PRO from ESS Technologies, operating in an 8MDSD (for DSD) and 8MDS++ (for PCM) parallel configuration, pushing digital performance far beyond traditional D/A converters. This architecture unlocks deeper realism and musicality, delivering an emotive listening experience that lives up to the Accuphase legacy.
Signal Purity from Start to Finish
Designed to preserve the purity of digital signal paths, the DC-1000 employs completely separate analog and digital power supplies—each powered by its own toroidal transformer—to reduce interference and maintain ultra-low noise. The unit also features Dual Direct Balanced Filters, separating balanced and unbalanced outputs for uncompromised performance. Combined with ANCC (Accuphase Noise and Distortion Cancelling Circuit) and discrete power circuit layout, this digital processor ensures stunning dynamics and tonal balance across all playback scenarios.
Craftsmanship Meets Versatility
Whether connected via USB, optical, coaxial, or Accuphase’s proprietary HS-LINK, the DC-1000 accommodates a wide range of digital inputs for seamless integration into any system. The output section includes both balanced and unbalanced analog outputs, with adjustable levels and phase control for tailored system matching. Housed in a beautifully finished natural grain wood chassis with an 8mm machined aluminum base and high-carbon cast iron insulators, the DC-1000 blends world-class engineering with artisanal craftsmanship—both sonically and aesthetically unrivalled.
Key Features
- 8-channel ES9038 PRO DAC in parallel MDSD/MDS++ configuration
- ANCC (Accuphase Noise and Distortion Cancelling Circuit) for ultra-low noise
- Dual Direct Balanced Filter design with fully independent line and balanced outputs
- Separate toroidal transformers and power supply circuits for analog and digital paths
- Display showing sampling frequency and quantization bit depth
- Output level adjustments for matched playback with other sources
- Compatible with Accuphase Voicing Equalizer via digital interface
- Wide array of digital inputs: HS-LINK, USB, 2x Optical, 3x Coaxial, Balanced
- Digital outputs for digital recording: Optical and Coaxial
- 2 analog outputs: Balanced and Line
- Balanced output phase selector
- Active filter amplifiers use low-loss glass cloth fluorocarbon resin substrate
- Natural grain wood cabinet with artisan mirror finish
- 8 mm thick machined aluminum bottom plate
- Advanced high-carbon cast iron insulators
- Includes high-quality Accuphase ASL-10B audio cable
