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GameDAC Certified Hi-Res DAC and amp for gaming

  • Transforms any PC or PS4 into a high fidelity audio system
  • Includes the legendary ESS Sabre DAC for unsurpassed audio quality
  • Gaming’s first certified Hi-Res Audio DAC with support for 96 kHz / 24-bit audio
  • Works with all headphones and headsets with a universal 3.5mm jack
  • Next-generation DTS Headphone:X v2.0 surround sound
  • Transforms any PC or PS4 into a high fidelity audio system
  • Includes the legendary ESS Sabre DAC for unsurpassed audio quality
  • Gaming’s first certified Hi-Res Audio DAC with support for 96 kHz / 24-bit audio
  • Works with all headphones and headsets with a universal 3.5mm jack
  • Next-generation DTS Headphone:X v2.0 surround sound
price US$149.99
price US$149.99

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Specifications

PC

  • USB

PlayStation

  • Original and Pro
  • -Optical
  • -USB
  • PS4 Slim:
  • -Optical(via TV, AVR, or HDMI adapter)
  • -USB

Frequency Response

5 - 40,000 Hz

Audio Formats

44.1 - 96 kHz, 16 - 24 bit

THD+N

< 0.0032%

Signal to Noise Ratio

109 dB

Output Power

49 mW into 32 Ohms

Recommended Headphone Impedance

16 - 80 Ohms

GameDAC

USB Audio Cable

Optical Audio Cable

3.5mm Universal Headset Adapter

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the GameDAC work with the Arctis 3 and Arctis 5?

Yes, in fact all Arctis headsets are compatible with the GameDAC and will receive a boost to sound quality when connected to it thanks to the GameDAC’s high fidelity audio components.

I have a pair of audiophile headphones I want to use for gaming. Can I hook these up to the GameDAC?

Yes, the GameDAC includes a 3.5mm adapter that allows you to connect any headset or pair of headphones (recommended headphone impedance is 16 - 80 Ohms).

What makes the GameDAC sound better than a standard soundcard?

It’s all about the DAC! The GameDAC includes the ESS Sabre, a component found in numerous high-end audiophile components. This provides a much cleaner transition from digital to analog, and ultimately makes your audio fuller, richer, and more detailed.

Does the GameDAC work with Xbox ONE?

You can receive audio from the Xbox over the optical connection, and can even use the DTS Headphone:X surround sound. But chat is not available directly.

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