Portable DAC Headphone Amplifier ESS9039Q2M Dual Chip DSD256

Upgrade your headphone listening with a compact DAC amplifier designed to deliver detailed, high-resolution audio from compatible USB devices. With dual ESS SABRE processing, native DSD256 support and both 3.5mm and 4.4mm outputs, it provides a versatile audio solution for discerning listeners.

Key Features

• Flagship ESS DAC: Features an ESS ES9039Q2M DAC chip for detailed, clean and refined high-resolution audio.
• Dual ESS SABRE Driver: Advanced dual-chip architecture helps deliver precise sound reproduction with improved clarity and separation.
• Hi-Res Audio Support: Hardware decoding supports PCM up to 384kHz/32-bit and native DSD64, DSD128 and DSD256.
• Dual Headphone Outputs: Includes 3.5mm single-ended and 4.4mm balanced outputs for flexible headphone connectivity.
• Powerful Balanced Output: Delivers up to 300mW at 32Ω through the balanced output, suitable for a wide range of compatible headphones.
• Wide Headphone Compatibility: Designed to drive headphones and in-ear monitors across a broad impedance range.
• High Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Up to 120dB SNR helps maintain a clean and detailed listening experience.
• 130dB Dynamic Range: Provides greater separation between quiet and loud passages for an immersive presentation.
• Low Distortion: Approximately 0.0005% THD+N at 1kHz helps preserve audio detail with minimal distortion.
• Low Noise Floor: Balanced output noise floor below 1µV helps create a clean background for critical listening.
• USB Audio Input: Connect compatible smartphones, tablets, computers and other digital audio sources via USB.
• Compact Metal Body: Durable metal construction provides a premium feel while keeping the amplifier highly portable.
• No Internal Battery: Designed for USB-powered operation without requiring a separate battery to recharge.
• Ideal for HiFi Listening: A practical upgrade for music enthusiasts seeking higher-quality audio from compatible digital sources.

Specifications

• Product Type: Portable DAC Headphone Amplifier
• DAC Chip: ESS ES9039Q2M
• Operational Amplifier: Dual ESS SABRE Driver
• Input: USB
• Output: 3.5mm Single-Ended / 4.4mm Balanced
• PCM Support: Up to 384kHz / 32-bit
• DSD Support: DSD64 / DSD128 / DSD256
• Balanced Output Power: Up to 300mW @ 32Ω
• Recommended Headphone Impedance: 32–50Ω
• SNR: Up to 120dB
• Dynamic Range: Up to 130dB
• THD+N: Approximately 0.0005% @ 1kHz
• Balanced Noise Floor: Below 1µV
• Bluetooth: No
• WiFi: NoBody Material: Metal
• Dimensions: 14.3 × 11.1 × 5.9
• Type: Mini Amplifier

Package Contents

• 1 × Portable DAC Headphone Amplifier (LILA)
• 1 × USB Cable
• 1 × User Manual

What Makes This a Smart Buy:

With support for PCM 384kHz/32-bit and native DSD256, this compact DAC amp is built for listeners who want more from their digital music. Its dual output design and powerful balanced performance make it a versatile upgrade for compatible IEMs and headphones.