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Esoteric Esoteric N-05XD streamer dac preamp
Product information
- Product category
- Streaming transport with integrated DAC
- Manufacturer
- Esoteric
- Function
- flawless
- Age
- 2 years According to distributor
- Usage state
- second-hand
- Appearance
- as good as new
- Accessories
- complete with original box
- Color
- silver
- Original price
- 14,000.00 €
- Price
- 6,100.00 €
- More information
- http://www.esoteric.jp/indexe.html
Description
# Esoteric N-05XD Network DAC / Streamer / Preamplifier
**Esoteric N-05XD — Reference-quality network player, DAC and digital preamplifier**
Offered for sale is my **Esoteric N-05XD**, a highly regarded high-end network DAC and digital preamplifier from Esoteric, Japan.
The N-05XD combines a sophisticated network streamer, Esoteric’s renowned D/A conversion technology, and a high-quality analog preamplifier in a single chassis. It is an excellent choice for anyone looking to build a transparent, refined, and exceptionally resolving digital front end without the complexity of multiple separate components.
### Key Features
* **High-end network streamer** with support for modern streaming services and network playback
* **Esoteric Master Sound Discrete DAC** architecture
* **MQA decoding**
* **USB audio input** for computer and dedicated music-server playback
* **PCM and DSD playback**, including high-resolution formats
* **XLR balanced and RCA analog outputs**
* **Digital volume control / preamplifier functionality**
* **Esoteric’s robust build quality and precision engineering**
* Elegant, substantial chassis with the distinctive Esoteric aesthetic
### Sound Quality
The N-05XD offers the characteristic Esoteric combination of:
* Excellent resolution and low-level detail retrieval
* Precise imaging and a convincing three-dimensional soundstage
* Strong control, clarity, and transient definition
* A refined, neutral-to-natural tonal balance
* Excellent separation and composure, even with complex recordings
It is equally capable with **vocal jazz, acoustic music, chamber music, rock, and large-scale classical recordings**.
The integrated preamplifier section also makes it possible to connect the N-05XD directly to a power amplifier, simplifying the system while retaining a high level of performance.
### Condition
The unit is in **very good condition** and has been carefully used in a dedicated high-end audio system.
**Please see the photographs for the exact cosmetic condition.**
* Fully functional
* No known technical issues
* Comes with the original remote control and accessories
* Original packaging
* Purchased from dealer
* Serial number available to the buyer if required
### Reason for Sale
I am upgrading to a different digital front-end configuration. The N-05XD has been an excellent performer and is being sold only because of this system change.
### Included
* Esoteric N-05XD
* Remote control
* Power cable
* Original accessories and documentation
* Original packaging
### Shipping & Payment
The unit will be carefully packed for safe shipping.
Paypal add 4%
Please contact me if you have any questions or require additional photographs.
**A superb opportunity to acquire a serious high-end network DAC / streamer from Esoteric at a significantly lower price than new.**
**Esoteric N-05XD — Reference-quality network player, DAC and digital preamplifier**
Offered for sale is my **Esoteric N-05XD**, a highly regarded high-end network DAC and digital preamplifier from Esoteric, Japan.
The N-05XD combines a sophisticated network streamer, Esoteric’s renowned D/A conversion technology, and a high-quality analog preamplifier in a single chassis. It is an excellent choice for anyone looking to build a transparent, refined, and exceptionally resolving digital front end without the complexity of multiple separate components.
### Key Features
* **High-end network streamer** with support for modern streaming services and network playback
* **Esoteric Master Sound Discrete DAC** architecture
* **MQA decoding**
* **USB audio input** for computer and dedicated music-server playback
* **PCM and DSD playback**, including high-resolution formats
* **XLR balanced and RCA analog outputs**
* **Digital volume control / preamplifier functionality**
* **Esoteric’s robust build quality and precision engineering**
* Elegant, substantial chassis with the distinctive Esoteric aesthetic
### Sound Quality
The N-05XD offers the characteristic Esoteric combination of:
* Excellent resolution and low-level detail retrieval
* Precise imaging and a convincing three-dimensional soundstage
* Strong control, clarity, and transient definition
* A refined, neutral-to-natural tonal balance
* Excellent separation and composure, even with complex recordings
It is equally capable with **vocal jazz, acoustic music, chamber music, rock, and large-scale classical recordings**.
The integrated preamplifier section also makes it possible to connect the N-05XD directly to a power amplifier, simplifying the system while retaining a high level of performance.
### Condition
The unit is in **very good condition** and has been carefully used in a dedicated high-end audio system.
**Please see the photographs for the exact cosmetic condition.**
* Fully functional
* No known technical issues
* Comes with the original remote control and accessories
* Original packaging
* Purchased from dealer
* Serial number available to the buyer if required
### Reason for Sale
I am upgrading to a different digital front-end configuration. The N-05XD has been an excellent performer and is being sold only because of this system change.
### Included
* Esoteric N-05XD
* Remote control
* Power cable
* Original accessories and documentation
* Original packaging
### Shipping & Payment
The unit will be carefully packed for safe shipping.
Paypal add 4%
Please contact me if you have any questions or require additional photographs.
**A superb opportunity to acquire a serious high-end network DAC / streamer from Esoteric at a significantly lower price than new.**
Seller:
- Shipping from Romania (031183)
- Purchaser pays shipping costs
- EU wide shipping
Payment methods
- Cash upon collection
- Bank transfer
- PayPal
Advert ID
9588781800
Advert time period- Start:
- 14.09.2026 - 17:35
- End:
- 13.11.2026 - 17:35
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