Rotel DX-3 Desktop Headphone Amplifier/DAC/Preamp with Built-in Bluetooth

Rotel DX-3 Desktop Headphone Amplifier/DAC/Preamp with Built-in Bluetooth

The DX-3 is a high-performance personal audio solution crafted for discerning listeners. Housed in a sleek, industrial-grade chassis, it features a fully balanced headphone amplifier paired with the renowned ESS Sabre ES9028PRO DAC for precise and transparent audio reproduction. With support for high-resolution formats via PC-USB (up to 32-bit/384kHz), Coaxial/Optical (24-bit/192kHz), aptX™ HD Bluetooth, and legacy sources through AUX RCA, the DX-3 delivers versatile connectivity without compromising fidelity. This unit is designed for audiophiles who demand both sophisticated sound and refined aesthetics.

Product Highlights:

• High-performance desktop headphone amp with built-in digital-to-analog converter
  • Class A amplification
  • Recommended headphone impedance: 16 to 300 ohms
• Bluetooth with aptX™ HD and AAC
• Front panel features large volume knob, source selection button, and full-color TFT display
• THD: less than 0.004% at 32 ohms (balanced)
• Frequency response (headphones): 20-20,000 Hz (-0.2dB)

Audio features:

• Compact all-aluminum chassis and panels minimize vibration for clean playback
• custom high-current toroidal transformer
• balanced circuitry throughout reduces noise and distortion
• Premium ESS ES9038PRO 32-bit DAC for detailed, dynamic sound
• Asynchronous crystal oscillators help minimize timing jitter
• Plays PCM digital audio files up to 32-bit/384kHz and DSD files up to 11.2MHz
  • Coaxial and Toslink optical inputs support up to 24-bit/192kHz resolution for PCM
• 3-stage gain switch to help match the impedance and sensitivity of your headphones

Inputs:

• USB (Type-B) input for connecting a computer
• Digital audio inputs: one optical (Toslink) and one coaxial
• 1 pair unbalanced RCA inputs

Outputs:

• 1 balanced 4.4mm headphone output
• 1 unbalanced 1/4" headphone jack
• 1 pair balanced 3-pin XLR and 1 pair unbalanced RCA preamp outputs
  • for connection to a separate amplifier or compatible audio component

Other Info:

• Detachable AC power cord
• Includes remote control
• 8-1/2"W x 3"H x 9-3/4"D
• Weight: 7.1 lbs.
• Warranty: 5 years
• Our 30-day money back guarantee
• Black MFR # FR01294
• Silver MFR # FR01794

What's In The Box:

• Headphone amplifier (black)
• Remote control (RR-DX1)
• 2 "AAA" batteries
• 4' AC power cord (IEC C-13 3-prong)
• 5' USB cable (USB-B on one end and USB-A on other end)
• Battery compartment opening tool
• USB flash drive containing Owner's Manuals and driver
• Warranty and Registration card
• Important Safety Instructions