Take your music to the next level

Say hey to the SMSL RAW-DAC 1, a high-performance DAC that brings out the best in your digital library. With features like MQA support and top-of-the-line AKM DAC chips, it's built for audiophiles who want exceptional sound without too much complexity. User-friendly interfaces, a sleek LCD screen, and Bluetooth 5.1 make it a breeze to use—whether you're streaming high-res audio or playing your favorite CDs.

MQA and MQA-CD ready

The RAW-DAC 1 lets you dive into studio-quality sound with full support for MQA and MQA-CD. Whether you're connecting via USB, optical, or coaxial inputs, it's all set to handle your high-res audio files effortlessly.

Premium AKM DAC chips onboard

At its core, the RAW-DAC 1 uses AKM's AK4191 and AK449EX DAC chips. This powerful duo delivers crisp, detailed audio that uncovers nuances you might have missed before. With ultra-low distortion of just 0.00006% (-124dB), your music sounds clean and authentic. 

Smooth 32-bit USB audio

Equipped with the XMOS XU-316 USB processor, the RAW-DAC 1 supports both DOP and Native DSD. It handles PCM rates up to 768kHz and DSD up to DSD512, so your high-res files play smoothly and sound fantastic.

Precision timing with CK-03 Clock Processing

Timing is everything in digital audio, and the CK-03 Clock Processing Unit keeps things perfectly synced. By reducing jitter, it ensures that every note and beat is delivered accurately.

Wireless freedom with Bluetooth 5.1

The RAW-DAC 1 features Bluetooth 5.1 with support for high-quality codecs like LDAC, aptX/HD, SBC, and AAC. That means you can enjoy great sound quality even when you're streaming wirelessly.

Easy control and customization

With a full-function remote control and dual UI design, adjusting settings is straightforward. Whether you're switching inputs or tweaking the sound to your liking, everything's just a click away.

Durable and stylish display

The tempered glass display panel not only looks sleek but is built to last. The fully-fitted LCD screen offers high visibility, making it easy to see what’s playing.

Product highlights

• Supports MQA and MQA-CD via USB, optical, and coaxial inputs

• AK4191 + AK449EX DAC chips for precise sound

• 32-bit USB XMOS XU-316 processor for DOP and Native DSD

• CK-03 Clock Processing Unit for jitter reduction

• Bluetooth 5.1 with LDAC, aptX/HD, SBC, and AAC support

• Distortion as low as 0.00006% (-124dB)

• Dynamic range of 132dB

• Tempered glass display panel

• Full-function remote control

• Dual UI design

Specs

• Inputs: USB, Optical 1, Optical 2, Coaxial 1, Coaxial 2, IIS, Bluetooth

• Output:

  • XLR

  • RCA

• Output Amplitude:

  • XLR: 5 Vrms

  • RCA: 2.5 Vrms

• THD+N: 0.000006% (-124dB) (UN-WTD)

• Dynamic Range:

  • XLR: 132 dB

  • RCA: 127 dB

• SNR:

  • XLR: 132 dB

  • RCA: 127 dB

• USB Transmission: USB 2.0 (Asynchronization)

• USB Compatibility:

  • Windows 7/8/8.1/10/11 (Needs Driver)

  • Mac OSX 10.6 or above

  • Linux (Driverless)

• MQA Decoder:

  • USB

  • Optical

  • Coaxial

• Sampling Rate & Bit Width:

• USB:

  • PCM: 44.1 ~ 768 kHz (32 bit)

  • DSD: 2.8224 ~ 22.5792 MHz (1 bit)

  • DoP: 2.8224 ~ 11.2896 MHz (1 bit)

• Optical/Coaxial:

  • PCM: 44.1 ~ 192 kHz (24 bit)

  • DoP: 2.8224 MHz (1 bit)

• Bluetooth Specification:

• Version 5.1 (Supports SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC)

• Power Consumption:

• <10W

• Standby Power:

• <0.5W

• Size: 219 x 180 x 45 mm (WxHxD)

• Weight: 1.33 kg / 2.93 lbs