Gato SDA-1 DAC & Headphone Amp  
 
The all new SDA-1 is the culmination of years of feedback from users of Gato Audio equipment all over the world. We have combined the very best and most sophisticated D/A converter technology with our unique analogue circuits and a balanced headphone amplifier, creating perhaps the most versatile Gato product for years. Enjoy the latest formats from your favorite hardware source, external streamer or from the optional built-in streaming board, directly into your hi-fi setup... or a pair of quality headphones.

Expected delivery on new orders: March 2023

We offer bespoke top covers for your SDA-1. Have it matched to your decor or super car. It could be special painted covers or covers made from solid wood.
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SDA-1 - DAC with a headphone amplifier
The all new SDA-1 is the culmination of years of feedback from users of Gato Audio equipment all over the world. We have combined the very best and most sophisticated D/A converter technology with our unique analogue circuits and a balanced headphone amplifier, creating perhaps the most versatile Gato product for years. Enjoy the latest formats from your favorite hardware source, external streamer or from the optional built-in streaming board, directly into your hi-fi setup... or a pair of quality headphones.

SABRE DAC
We have chosen the ESS9038PRO chip for this new DAC, as it has become the industry standard for the very best and most expensive DAC's and CD players on the market - and for good reason. With a careful implementation utilizing a super precise femto clock, seven low noise voltage regulators and refined analog circuits, we managed to obtain a sonic performance that is unbelievably detailed and yet musical and smooth - like warm Lurpak butter.

Formats
Both via the USB port and through the optional streaming module, the SDA-1 offers all the best of the current available formats such as DSD256, MQA, and up to 32bit /384kHz PCM. Optical and Coaxial inputs accept up to 24bit/192kHz.

MOSFET headphone amp
The SDA-1 features both balanced and unbalanced headphone amplifiers, directly accessible from the front panel. It even features an analog input for connecting analog sources like turntables, phono stages, or for simply bypassing the built-in DAC. The fully balanced analog volume attenuation is not only leagues ahead of what you'd normally find on most cheaper DACs with "volume control", but also easy to operate directly on the front panel or via the remote. This makes the SDA-1 very convenient to use as a preamp for your power amplifier(s).
 
Optional streaming
Our new, more powerful streaming board offers a variety of lossless streaming services such as Tidal Connect and Spotify Connect without the need of a third party app. This of course goes hand in hand with a Roon Ready certification, support for Qobuz, internet radio and more. A high quality Bluetooth receiver is added to further enhance the daily usability.
 
Bespoke Cover
As standard we offer top covers in high gloss black, white and real walnut veneer to match the finish of our loudspeakers. But what if you prefer to have your SDA-1 match another brand of speakers or a piece of furniture or the color of your Lamborghini? Gato Audio offer to make bespoke top covers for you. It could be special painted covers or covers made from solid wood. Contact us at info@eliteaudiouk.com and tell us what you have in mind.