D-2 ver.2

The D-2 ver.2 serves as a pivotal bridge between Soulnote’s core range and its reference-grade components. By integrating the optimized New Type-R analogue output stage—a design derived from the flagship E-3 phono equalizer—this converter achieves a standard of dynamic energy and spatial openness previously unseen at this level. Every element is engineered to preserve the original waveform on the time axis, ensuring the music retains its natural, tactile quality. At its core, the D-2 ver.2 utilises four ES9038PRO DAC chips in a fully balanced, dual-monaural configuration. This robust design is supported by a massive 400 VA bifilar-wound toroidal transformer, providing the instantaneous current capacity of a high-power amplifier. By bypassing traditional digital filtering in favour of a selectable non-oversampling mode, the unit eliminates the artificial pre- and post-echoes that often compromise digital timing, resulting in a soundstage that feels remarkably realistic. Sonically, the D-2 ver.2 is characterised by its speed, agility, and refusal to mask the true character of a recording. It avoids the clinical sterility of many modern DACs, opting instead for a vibrant and energetic presentation that brings performers into the room. Whether used in standard stereo or expanded to a true mono configuration, it provides the transparency and emotional weight necessary to satisfy the most demanding digital audiophiles.