DMP-A1

Integrating superlative digital music playback and file management as well as network streaming functionality, the DMP-A1 boasts lossless playback up to 32-bit/768kHz and supports FLAC, WAV, APE and MQA decoding, as well as DSD files up to DSD512 (native) including DSF, DFF, SACD ISO and DST. To broaden listening options, the DMP-A1 also integrates popular streaming services, including Tidal, Spotify, Qobuz, Amazon & Highresaudio, whilst also supporting Roon Ready, Tidal Connect, AirPlay, DLNA, and Bluetooth for network music streaming. Boasting an elegant, user-friendly interface, the DMP-A1 offers effortless control and supports a wide range of lossless music formats. Through its diverse input and output options, it caters to both personal listening and home audio setups, ensuring a deeply satisfying user experience.

Flagship Performance with ESS ES9039SPro DAC

The DMP-A1 is equipped with the ESS flagship ES9039SPro chip, an industry benchmark DAC. Combined with a high-precision, low-jitter dual clock, it produces remarkably low distortion and noise, resulting in crystal-clear audio and an exceptional high-fidelity music experience. It also features the powerful third-generation XMOS XU316 audio processor, which provides outstanding processing speed and high USB bandwidth, ensuring smooth handling of high-resolution audio data. The processor offers lossless playback for PCM 768kHz/32-bit, DSD512 (native), and full MQA decoding.

A wide variety of input connections are featured on the DMP-A1, including optical, coaxial, asynchronous USB, Bluetooth (Qualcomm QCC5181) and ARC, whilst the device can also serve double duty as a high-fidelity preamp and outstanding headphone amplifier. Its fully balanced analogue circuitry, including the DAC to analogue output pathways, are processed by a fully balanced differential amplifier circuit. By eliminating the crosstalk of a common ground loop, marked improvements are made to the channel separation and better noise resistance achieved, delivering a clearer, more defined audio. The fully balanced pre-amp circuit supports accurate volume adjustment, allowing for direct connection to a power amplifier or active speakers.

High-Fidelity Dual Power Supply

The DMP-A1 utilises a dual power supply system to optimise audio quality. dp’s dedicated high-performance linear power supply, featuring a custom-designed Hi-Fi toroidal transformer, provides clean and stable power to the audio circuits. Meanwhile, a separate low noise switching power supply powers the digital circuitry. This approach not only ensures optimal performance but also allows the DMP-A1 to automatically adapt to different mains voltage standards worldwide, eliminating the need to manually match the input voltage.

Balanced Headphone Amplifier

For headphone enthusiasts, the DMP-A1 features a dedicated headphone amplifier circuit with both 6.35mm and balanced 4.4mm outputs. It delivers ample power to drive a wide range of high-end headphones, from low to high impedance (16-300 ohms), making it ideal for listeners who demand exceptional sound quality for both loudspeakers and headphones.

Storage Hub for all Digital Music Files

The DMP-A1 offers versatile storage options. It supports a variety of USB drives and network storage devices, whilst also boasting a built-in slot for a high-speed M.2 NVME 3.0 2280 SSD, providing ample storage space for up to 4TB of music files. When used with other compatible audio devices, the handy 12V trigger input and output allows for a whole system to be turned on or off directly from the DMP-A1 with a single click.

Premium Build & Materials

Featuring a timeless design with modern flourishes, the DMP-A1 features a sleek exterior finish consisting of a thick, precision-machined aluminium chassis with a stunning frosted metal finish. A smooth volume dial with a customisable LED light ring adds visual flair, whilst the large, five-inch high-definition LCD touchscreen delivers intuitive operation.

Intuitive Control

The DMP-A1 runs a customised FunplayUI operating system based on Android 12. This user-friendly interface provides easy access to music playback, system settings, and file management functions like browsing, music data syncing, and more. Additionally, you can control the DMP-A1 using the dedicated mobile app – dp SmartController – for your phone or tablet (available for both Apple and Android devices), offering a convenient and professional music playback experience.