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  • If you have a trade in, we can collect this from you
  • If you no longer have the boxes, we can wrap it for you
  • If you want to finance the balance, we can defer payments over a year

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HiFi Rose RD160 DAC

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Personalised Service

On this product, we can offer you

  • We can offer you a UK nationawide personalised delivery service
  • We bring the HiFi to your home and install it for you
  • If you have a trade in, we can collect this from you
  • If you no longer have the boxes, we can wrap it for you
  • If you want to finance the balance, we can defer payments over a year

Personalised Collection of Trade-In Items

Personalised Home Installation

HIFI Rose At Fanthorpes

HiFi Rose: Redefining High-Resolution Streaming for the Modern Audiophile

HiFi Rose is one of the fastest-rising names in high-end audio, known for combining world-class sound quality with...

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HiFi Rose RD160 DAC

The HiFi Rose RD160 DAC is available for demonstration in our Hull store by request.

For an expert review and detailed insights, check out the HiFi Rose RD160 DAC review.

Experience unparalleled digital sound clarity with the RD160, a DAC designed to bring every musical detail to life with astonishing precision and purity.

Cutting-Edge Technologies in the RD160 DAC

The RD160 DAC integrates advanced proprietary technologies like ROSE DPC™, ROSE CIM™, and ROSE NRA™. These ensure jitter-free signal accuracy, dual-chip noise isolation, and a flat frequency response that preserves every nuance of your music.

Premium Build Quality and Design

Housed in a sleek metallic chassis, the RD160 features premium components such as J-FET input dual op-amps, OFC and OCC cabling, and three independent reference-level linear power supplies. Its user-friendly interface includes a hidden front display and an IR remote control.

Customizable Audiophile Features

Choose from multiple sampling modes (Bypass, PCM, DSD, Upsampling) and six digital filters to tailor your sound. The DAC supports SFP USB inputs for optical conversion and external clock inputs, enabling seamless integration with high-end systems.

Seamless Integration with HiFi Rose Ecosystem

Designed to complement HiFi Rose streaming products, the RD160 DAC pairs perfectly with the RS130 streaming transport and RA180 amplifier, delivering a cohesive and elegant audio setup.

Enhance Audio with the SFP Connection Kit

Elevate your setup by adding the HiFi Rose SFP Connection Kit. This fiber optic USB solution eliminates electrical interference and jitter, providing an ultra-quiet listening experience with enhanced dynamic range.

Why Choose the HiFi Rose RD160 DAC?

Combining class-leading technology, superior build quality, and user-centric features, the RD160 DAC stands as the ultimate choice for audiophiles seeking pure, faithful digital-to-analogue conversion.

Part Exchange Available

As you would expect from Fanthorpes hifi, we offer a generous part exchange against the HiFi Rose RD160 DAC. If you have any hi-fi equipment you wish to use as part payment then either call us on 01482 223096 or email us at shop@fanthorpes.co.uk, and we will give you a competitive price to trade. This is a hassle-free way to make the HiFi Rose RD160 DAC more affordable.

Finance Available

Fanthorpes hifi can also offer buy now pay later on the HiFi Rose RD160 DAC, allowing you to spread or defer your payments over a year. If you are interested in taking advantage of our payment terms, email shop@fanthorpes.co.uk or call us on 01482 223096, and we will email an application form to you.

HiFi Rose RD160 DAC Specification:

  • DAC Chip: 2 x AK4499EXEQ + 2 x AK4191EQ
  • Signal To Noise Ratio: 124 dB
  • THD + N (Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise): 0.005 %
  • Frequency Response: 10Hz - 20kHz (-0.3dB)
  • Output Level (Balanced): 9 V
  • Output Level (Unbalanced): 4.5 V
  • Output Impedance: 300 Ω
  • Oscillator: High-precision OCXO
  • Master Clock Connection: 50Ω + 75Ω Input (10MHz input frequency)
  • DAC Filters: Sharp, Slow, Short Sharp (Default), Short Slow, Super Slow, Low Short
  • Optical Input(s): 1
  • Coaxial Input(s): 2
  • AES/EBU Input(s): 1
  • USB Digital Input: Yes
  • Fixed Analogue Output(s): 1 x RCA Pair, 1 x XLR Pair
  • Signal Processing Hardware (CPU Specs): RK3128 Quad-Core Cortex A7mp
  • Memory: DDR3 1866MHz 1GB RAM + 8GB eMMc Flash
  • Display: AMOLED
  • Maximum Power Consumption: 30 W
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 430 x 88 x 330 mm
  • Weight: 10 kg