MATRIX X-SABRE Pro
MQA Decoder (Digital-to-Analog Converter）
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$2,299.00
- Matrix Audio in partnership with MQA Ltd. created the MQA Supported X-SABRE PRO audio DAC to let you experience the abundant music details as the artists' recording room. X-SABRE Pro(MQA) is a MQA full decoder DAC which can fully decode the original MQA files without any assistance from the third party player software (MQA Core Decode).
Powerful Hardware Platform
- X-SABRE PRO (MQA) used the ES9038PRO advanced 8-channel D/A chip, and its inner DSP unit and artificial circuit have the high performance and better user experience. The new generation XMOS XU216 USB asynchronous transfer interface and new AK4118 S/PDIF receiver chip, with powerful computing performance and multi-channel processing performance, make X-SABRE Pro (MQA) has excellent digital audio conversion capability.
IIS Port
- X-SABRE Pro (MQA) is equipped with the most complete input ports of this series, in addition to optical, coaxial, AES/EBU, USB ports, we even added a IIS·LVDS input via a HDMI connector to differential transmit IIS signal, maximize the transmission performance of the IIS port, to make the data from the short-distance transmission between the chips into high-speed interconnection between the devices, get rid of the USB transmission or S/PDIF transmission re-encoding, and let the original digital audio stream directly into the D/A chip.
More Sampling Rate Supported
- X-SABRE PRO(MQA) can support the Master Quality Authenticated coding technology developed by UK MQA Limited which can decode the MQA audio stream up to 24 Bit 384kHz. When X-SABRE Pro's display is showing "MQA", it means it is decoding the MQA audio authorized by the artist or publisher (MQA Studio). Meanwhile, X-SABRE Pro also can support DSD512 and PCM audio stream up to 24Bit/768kHz sampling rate.
ASYNCHRONOUS OR SYNCHRONOUS
- X-SABRE Pro (MQA) has the clock configuration circuit unit, can choose to use ES9038PRO synchronous clock source or external ultra-Low phase noise clock source, cooperate with software control to free convert ES9038PRO work mode between synchronous or asynchronous, and greatly improved the playability.
Ultra-Low Phase Noise Oscillator
- Digital audio is the art of time, high-precision clock is to ensure the basis of digital audio playback, X-SABRE Pro build-in three hi-res audio dedicated Crystek ultra-low phase noise oscillators, the phase noise as low as -169 dBc/Hz. Two for sample rate of 44.1kHz, 48kHz, and their multiples, and one for ES9038PRO reference clock, you can hear the accurate sound!
ULTRA-LOW NOISE LDO
- ES9311Q dedicated ultra low noise LDO, with two groups clean power supply as low as 1μVrms noise, respectively provide to the left and right channels analog circuit of ES9038PRO to ensure excellent SNR performance, in additional, X-SABRE Pro also has up to 10 groups of low-noise LDO power supply for each circuit unit.
BUILT-IN PRE-AMP
- The line output of X-SABRE Pro can be configured with a +18dB digital gain. It's not necessary to add an additional pre-amplifier for low-gain active speakers. X-SABRE Pro also can work with power amplifier more conveniently and flexibly.
Touch & Remote
- X-SABRE PRO(MQA) inlaid a piece of black tempered glass in its front panel, and the central round LCD can directly show the input signal channel, digital audio format, sample rate, volume, etc. Without using the remote control, you can operate it by touch the 9 hidden touch-key in the LCD on the front panel.
COMPONENTS & WORKMANSHIP
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X-SABRE Pro (MQA) continued the new chapter for Matrix competitive DAC with its accurate sound field performance, amazing dynamic range, more extensive applicability, more convenient operation, more gorgeous appearance and more consummate skill.
Digital Input
- AES
- PCM 16-24Bit /44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz
- DSD DSD64 (DoP/dCS)
COAXIAL
- PCM 16-24Bit /44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz
- DSD DSD64 (DoP/dCS)
OPTICAL
- PCM 16-24Bit /44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz
- DSD DSD64 (DoP/dCS)
IIS（PS AUDIO Standard）
- PCM 16-32Bit /44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz, 352.8kHz, 384kHz, 705.6kHz, 768kHz
- DSD DSD64/128/256 (DoP/dCS) DSD64/128/256/512/1024(Native DSD)
- NOTE: Please see the X-SABRE Pro (MQA) user manual for the IIS LVDS definition.
USB
- PCM 16-24Bit /44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz, 352.8kHz, 384kHz, 705.6kHz, 768kHz
- MQA 16-24Bit /44.1kHz、48kHz、88.2kHz、96kHz、176.4kHz、192kHz、352.8kHz、384kHz MQA Studio or MQA stream
- DSD DSD64/128/256 (DoP/dCS) DSD64/128/256/512 (ASIO Native)
- NOTE: Due to the technical specifications of MQA technology, the input bit depth of X-SABRE Pro (MQA)
- is limited in 24Bit currently.
System Support
- Windows7/8/8.1/10 systems need to install the supplied drivers.
- Mac OS X10.6.4 and above version without installing drivers.
- Most Android devices can be connected via OTG cable.
- The iOS devices can be used via the Apple Camera Connection Kit.
Analog Output
- XLR
- SNR : > -134dB 20Hz-20kHz A-Weighting
- THD+N : <0.00012% at 1kHz A-Weighting
- <0.00015% at 20Hz-20kHz A-Weighting
- Frequency Response : 20Hz-20kHz (+0.01dB/-0.02dB)
- Crosstalk : > -151dB @1kHz
- XLR Output : 4.5Vrms Fixed at 0 dBFS DAC MODE
- 0-4.5Vrms Adjustable at 0 dBFS PRE MODE
RCA
- SNR : >-129dB 20Hz-20kHz A-Weighting
- THD+N : <0.00018% at 1kHz A-Weighting
- <0.00030% at 20Hz-20kHz A-Weighting
- Frequency Response : 20Hz-20kHz (+0.01dB/-0.02dB)
- Crosstalk : >-143dB @1kHz
- RCA Output : 2.25Vrms Fixed at 0 dBFS DAC MODE
- 0-2.25Vrms Adjustable at 0 dBFS PRE MODE
Power
- Power Voltage : 230V position is fit for AC220V-240V 50/60Hz
- 115V position is fit for AC100V-120V 50/60Hz
- Power Consumption : <10W
- Others
- Dimension : 300×218×45mm（L×W×H, including the protruding part）
- Weight : 3.7KG
Accessory
- RM2 Remote Control× 1
- Power Cord× 1
- USB Cable× 1
World-Wide Shipping
Shipping FAQ
Which countries do you ship to?
- We are generally able to ship to most countries via Express Shipping, and many countries via Standard Shipping.
- You may clarify this with our team to check whether Standard Shipping is available to your country.
- We cannot ship to addresses that are "PO boxes or APO/FPO".
- *Note: Generally, we can only do Selected Shipping to India and Russia. We can only do Express Shipping to Africa, Argentina, Hawaii, Kuwait, Mauritius, Montenegro and Sri Lanka, to name a few.
- This may be subjected to changes due to unpredictable issues such as Covid, war, and etc.
How much does shipping cost?
- We have two shipping methods - Standard Shipping and Express Shipping.
- Standard Shipping is free for most countries, while Express Shipping is 20-32USD depending on your country. If your order is over 250USD, Express Shipping is free*.
- *This applies for most countries. However, large items such as headphones and desktop DAC/AMPs are excluded.
- Shipping fees exclude import taxes or processing fees that may be applicable for your country.
- Graveaudio is not responsible for such fees. Should you refuse to pay the tax/customs fees, shipping fees will still be deducted from the amount paid for the two-way freight charges.
- The cost of the freight charges may be more than the amount reflected on your order due to tax and other miscellaneous fees.
- Some parcels claimed to be “returned to the seller” may be destroyed by the post office or customs officers when buyers refuse to accept their parcels or fail to pay for their taxes.
- No refund will be processed for such cases.
- Standard Shipping via YunExpress is a tax-inclusive option for some countries. However,
- Graveaudio will not be responsible for additional administrative or handling fees charged by your local courier company or customs. Please kindly check this with your local customs.
- For certain remote areas, there may be additional charges via Express Shipping. We will contact you if there is a need to make additional payments.
- Please contact us before placing an order, should you have any queries regarding shipping.
How long does it take to receive a package after I place an order?
- For in-stock products, your order will be shipped within 3 working days. You may check with our staff regarding the in-stock status of any products.
- Customized items will take a longer time. Please contact our staff for more information.
On normal non-sale days, once your parcel has been shipped out:
- For Standard Shipping, it takes about 2-4 weeks for items to be delivered after shipping out. For some countries, it might take up to 2-3 months,
- depending on your country, its customs and other factors.*
- The duration for transit is something beyond our control. Graveaudio will not be making refunds for such cases. Please consider an upgrade to Express Shipping or keep the waiting time in mind.
- For Express Shipping, it takes about 3-7 days for items to be delivered after shipping out.
- *Note: Timings might be affected due to festive seasons or other unforeseen circumstances
What happens if the parcel has been shipped but not delivered?
- 1.First, kindly contact your local courier using the local tracking number.
- If your parcel were to be in transit for at least 3 months, it may have been lost in transit.
- For orders below $50USD, you may either opt for a one-time reshipment of parcel OR a full refund of the amount paid in cash via PayPal/Credit/Debit card.
- For orders above $50USD, we will only process a 50% refund of your order paid in cash via PayPal/Credit/Debit card. Should there be any concern about Standard Shipping,
you are encouraged to opt for DHL Express Shipping instead.
- 2.Customers are to bear the consequences and fees incurred, if the parcel was undelivered due to any of the following situation:
- Wrong address or phone number provided by recipient
- Recipient was uncontactable when courier company contacted
- Refusal to sign for the package by recipient
- Lost or damaged parcel because recipient opted for “no-signature delivery”
- Refusal to pay for the local tax/processing fee by recipient
- Refusal to provide supporting documents for custom clearance by recipient
Who will pay for the import tax/custom fees
- The buyer is responsible for any kind of customs/import/handling fees applicable to your package.
- Should you be unwilling to pay for the fees and reject the delivery of the parcel, you will still have to pay for the shipping cost.
- Graveaudio will only refund the amount of your order after deducting the two-way shipping fees incurred.
How do I get help for my order?
- Cancellation or/and modification of orders can only be done manually via our staff, provided that our Warehouse Team has not processed your order.
- As our Support Team might not be available during non-working days and weekends, please place your order wisely.
- Should you really need to cancel or/and modify your order after purchase,
- please contact us via our support email (Support@graveaudio.com) or website chat. We will help you with the changes if that could be done.
- In general, upon receiving your parcel, please confirm the contents of the package and ensure that the package is in good condition before signing for it.
- All customers are strongly advised to take an unboxing video of their parcel and packaging when opening their parcels and products.
- For faulty/missing items, please send an email to support@graveaudio.com for after-sale services. The following details are required.
- 1) Send an email to support@graveaudio.com with an appropriate Subject Title
- 2) Provide your order number and state the issue clearly
- 3) Attach photos and videos to show that your product is faulty/missing. Shipping details on the parcel packaging have to be clearly visible.
- If the photos/videos provided are insufficient to prove the stated issue, we will enquire more.
- Once the issue has been confirmed, we will arrange for a replacement, partial refund or a full refund (where applicable).
- For incorrect products, Graveaudio reserves all rights in deciding whether you need to return the incorrect item or not.
- Please kindly contact us via email first. Our team aims to review your email within 3 working days.
- GraveAudio will not be responsible for parcels that have been damaged during the transit process.
Do I get tracking details for my order?
- After placing an order, you will receive the order confirmation email. After your order has been shipped out, you will also receive a tracking email.
- You can track your order via the tracking number online. Should you not have received the emails or face any difficulties tracking your order, please kindly contact us for support.
- For more than 1 orders placed under the same account and shipping address, Graveaudio will automatically combine the orders and ship them out via one tracking number.
- Should you have special requests to have the orders shipped separately,
- please kindly contact us via Discord or our website's chat. We will do our best to help.
What shipping companies do you use?
- We collaborate with these courier companies:
- Standard Shipping: 4PX, UBI, yangwen,
- Express Shipping: DHL Express, FedEx and SF Express
- Last updated: 25 November 2023