HiFi Rose RD160 Absolute True Fidelity DAC

The HiFi Rose RD160 redefines high-fidelity digital audio with a perfect harmony of advanced technology and refined design. Engineered for audiophiles who demand both precision and versatility, the RD160 combines a groundbreaking DAC architecture with meticulous craftsmanship, delivering a transformative listening experience that preserves the true character of each track.

Revolutionary ROSE CIM™ Architecture

HiFi Rose takes audio fidelity to new heights with the RD160’s ROSE CIM™ (Completely Isolated Module) architecture. By structurally separating digital and analog stages, this unique design minimizes cross-talk and interference, allowing each signal to remain pure and isolated. Featuring the AK4191 and AK4499EX DAC modules, the RD160 processes digital signals with extreme precision, achieving ultra-high signal-to-noise ratios and stunning analog characteristics that bring out the most delicate details in your music. This architecture is designed to keep every frequency clean and true to the original recording, delivering a listening experience that’s both immersive and accurate.

Advanced Analog Output with Balanced Design

Built with a balanced dual-channel DAC structure, the RD160’s analog output stage preserves the depth and spatial clarity of every recording. By isolating left and right channels, the RD160’s output design enhances stereo imaging, achieving an impressive dynamic range that captures the subtlety and emotion of your favorite tracks. This design not only blocks noise between channels but also allows for a richly detailed soundstage that rivals live performance.

Customised Triple Linear Power Supply for Purity and Power

At the core of the RD160’s unmatched performance is its triple linear power supply, custom-designed for optimized power delivery to each section. HiFi Rose’s proprietary ULTRA LOW NOISE chipsets support three dedicated power units: one for the digital input stage and one each for the left and right analog output stages. By isolating power delivery, the RD160 minimizes interference, enabling pristine sound quality with exceptional dynamics, free from digital noise. This results in a listening experience that’s as close to the original sound as possible, with clarity and power that resonate.

ROSE NRA™ Filter for Consistent Frequency Response

The analog stage of the RD160 is equipped with the innovative ROSE NRA™ (Noise Reduction Analog) filter, engineered to maintain a flat and consistent frequency response across the entire spectrum even at the lowest frequencies. This ensures that every note, from deep, resonant bass to delicate treble details, is reproduced with exceptional fidelity. With its advanced frequency-handling capabilities, the RD160 effortlessly processes high-resolution audio files, preserving the character and energy of each recording to deliver an experience that feels truly alive.

Precision Display and Intuitive Control

The RD160 elevates user interaction through its elegant hidden front display, which remains invisible until activated. Once lit, it presents dynamic visualisations such as sound waves, volume curves, and essential playback information, adding a layer of visual sophistication to your listening sessions. Every button press and control movement responds instantly, offering a tactile, analog-like experience that feels both refined and satisfying making daily operation a genuine pleasure.

The HiFi Rose RD160 sets a new benchmark in digital audio performance by combining cutting-edge engineering with a deep commitment to audio purity. With its isolated DAC architecture, precision analog output, and advanced filtering technologies, it enriches every listening moment with depth, realism, and authenticity.

RD160 at a Glance – Absolute True Fidelity DAC

The RD160 is engineered for pure, uncompromising fidelity, combining cutting-edge digital technology with premium analog craftsmanship. Its dual AKM DAC architecture featuring the AK4191 for advanced digital processing and the AK4499EX for high-precision digital-to-analog conversion ensures exceptionally accurate, lifelike sound reproduction. With three dedicated custom power supplies, each channel and digital section operates independently, dramatically reducing interference and preserving sonic purity.

To further enhance performance, the RD160 incorporates MUSES J-FET dual op-amps, delivering wide dynamic range and vanishingly low distortion. HiFi ROSE’s NRA™ filtering guarantees linear, smooth sound across the entire frequency spectrum. A unique hidden display presents essential information such as source selection, filters, upsampling, and volume integrated seamlessly into the design for a clean and modern aesthetic. The solid aluminum chassis, paired with heat-sink side panels, minimizes vibrations and maintains optimal temperatures for stable long-term performance.

Internally, oxygen-free copper wiring supports clean and accurate signal flow, while a high-precision OCXO clock reduces timing errors for detailed, fluid sonic imaging. The RD160 gives listeners full control over their sound with 4 upsampling modes and 6 filter options, allowing fine-tuning for various recordings and personal preferences. With ROSE CIM™ isolation, each module is acoustically and electrically isolated to maintain maximum clarity resulting in a DAC that delivers truly absolute, true fidelity.

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