{"product_id":"ferrum-wandla-2-0-goldensound-edition-dac-preamplifier-open","title":"Ferrum WANDLA 2.0 GoldenSound Edition DAC\/Preamplifier (OPEN)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eFerrum WANDLA 2.0 GoldenSound Edition DAC\/Preamplifier\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA balanced sigma-delta DAC with proprietary filters, high-res touch screen, and ARC, I2S ports. Now with Ferrum Streaming Control Technology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFerrum brings in-depth digital know-how and its in-house analog audio and electrical technology together in this game-changing digital-to-analog convertor. The WANDLA uses an ESS Sabre ES9038PRO with Ferrum’s advanced new current-to-voltage (I\/V) converter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the 2.0.0 version, you can control track playback on a laptop connected via USB, and the DAC will also display track and album information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ferrum WANDLA GoldenSound Edition builds on the original WANDLA platform with a suite of advanced DSP tools and hardware refinements developed in collaboration with reviewer GoldenSound, giving you more control over staging, tone, and system matching while preserving the DAC’s core transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures of GoldenSound Edition\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGoldenSound–tuned DSP modes including Spatial Enhancement, Tube Mode, and Impact+ for adjustable soundstage width, harmonic character, and perceived punch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefined digital filter and increased headroom to better handle intersample peaks and modern “hot” masters without clipping or harshness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelectable balanced output level (approx. 10 Vrms or 4 Vrms) via hardware switch for easier gain matching with a wider range of amplifiers.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll enhancements implemented while retaining the original WANDLA’s DAC architecture, I\/O flexibility, and system integration options.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures of 2.0.0\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFSCT: convenient control of your streaming content at your fingertips for Windows, MacOS, and Volumio OS. More to be added\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume Synchronisation: control DAC built-in preamp volume from your computer and vice versa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved user experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI2S compatibility: support for more devices connectable via I2S input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFavorites input: choose frequently used inputs and select between them easier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn optimized ARM chip offers the shortest signal path possible, making five chips redundant. It includes an MQA decoder\/renderer and digital filter selection. The whole design is focused on a balanced and very transparent sound signature, making listening fatigue something of the past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDynamic Digital Filtering\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWandla has three ESS digital filters to choose as standard and, as a world first, two digital filters created for Ferrum by renowned filter-maker Signalyst, known for its HQPlayer app. More filters will follow after interacting with Wandla users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wandla has a range of optimized digital inputs: Specially programmed USB, and tuned coaxial and optical S\/PDIF, ARC (TV) and I2S ports. The signal path stays truly balanced using the XLR inputs and becomes truly balanced inside the DAC when using the RCA inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmplification is proprietary, using a fully balanced modified IC pre-amplifier. A newly developed high-res touch screen accesses an intuitive UX that is a dream to operate. There is also a remote control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMade for Hypsos\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWANDLA performs beautifully right out of the box, but you can take its performance above and beyond when pairing it with the Ferrum Hypsos amp. Using the proprietary Ferrum Power Link (FPL) connection with 4TSD voltage sensing, both components will perform to their absolute maximum, unleashing unheard-of musicality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FPL has two wires delivering the power and two wires providing feedback to ensure there's flat voltage at every moment. This eliminates the harmful effects of the cable's resistance and effectively improves transient response. The current delivery speed at the powered device's input is significantly improved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProprietary fully balanced modified IC pre-amplifier, fine tuned for WANDLA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecially programmed USB, and tuned coaxial and optical S\/PDIF, ARC and I2S ports, optimized for audio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProprietary optimized ARM chip offers the shortest signal path possible, making 5 chips redundant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes MQA® decoder\/renderer and digital filter selection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProprietary Signalyst filters (two included at launch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProprietary 4-pin Ferrum connector for HYPSOS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced XLR and unbalanced RCA line outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital and Analogue volume control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEES Sabre ES9038PRO with three filter settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote control included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDAC Chip:\u003c\/strong\u003e ESS Sabre ES9038PRO\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDAC Resolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e 768 kHz\/32-bit, DSD 256 \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e AES\/EBU, optical, coax SPDIF, USB, ARC, I2S\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnalog Input:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stereo RCA \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnalog Input Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 47 kΩ \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e balanced XLR, unbalanced RCA \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolume Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Analog with bypass option \/ digital for DAC operation only\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Consumption (Idle, Max):\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 W, 15 W\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (WDH):\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.6\" x 8.1\" x 2\" (21.7 x 20.6 x 5 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.97 lb. 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