Super Audio CD/CD Player

K-01XD SE

The ESOTERIC K-01XD SE combines a precision VRDS-ATLAS transport mechanism with the proprietary Master Sound Discrete DAC, delivering exceptional digital playback performance through advanced engineering and meticulous craftsmanship.

VRDS-ATLAS (ATLAS 01) Transport Mechanism

Featuring a robust 20 mm turntable bridge, the VRDS-ATLAS mechanism is engineered to minimize disc vibration and enhance reading accuracy for stable, high-quality SACD and CD playback.

Master Sound Discrete DAC

ESOTERIC’s fully in-house-developed DAC employs proprietary FPGA algorithms and a 64-bit/512Fs Delta-Sigma modulator, delivering detailed musical reproduction with outstanding dynamics and expressive power.

Master Sound Discrete Clock

The proprietary Master Sound Discrete Clock for Digital Player offers exceptional frequency precision and stability, with support for synchronization to an external 10 MHz master clock generator.

Upgraded Analog Circuitry

The SE edition features an enhanced DAC board with premium components, including the IDM-01 SE amplifier module, refined to deliver greater musical presence, improved dynamics, and more natural tonal textures.

Advanced Power Supply Design

Four independent toroidal transformers, discrete DC regulators, and 71 EDLC supercapacitors with a combined capacitance of 1.85 F provide carefully optimized power delivery for critical circuits.

High-Performance Analog Output

The Esoteric-HCLD high-current line driver and proprietary ES-LINK Analog current transmission system support fast, precise signal delivery when connected to compatible audio components.

High-Resolution Digital Processing

With PCM upsampling up to 768 kHz, PCM-to-DSD conversion up to 22.5 MHz, and USB-B input supporting high-resolution DSD playback, the K-01XD SE offers versatile digital audio capabilities.