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  • Sonnet Pasithea - Black - New, Unsealed (Full Warranty)
  • Sonnet Pasithea - Silver - Ex Demo, Like New
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  • Sonnet Pasithea - Black
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Sonnet Pasithea

Flagship balanced NOS DAC and preamp

  • Unique non-oversampling DAC
  • Fully differential circuit
  • 8x SDA-3 DAC modules
  • 5 digital inputs
  • Analogue XLR and RCA outputs
  • Zero digital filters
  • 10dB noise attenuation option
  • Great channel separation
  • Energy efficient design
  • Very low noise floor
  • Made in the Netherlands
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Silver - Ex Demo, Like New
Regular price $8,052.00
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Sonnet Pasithea

Sonnet Pasithea

Neutral but natural flagship DAC

Because of the enormously energy-efficient electronics, there was room to add even more high-end technology within the dimensions of our standard enclosure. 8 DAC modules were used to take various specifications to greater heights. Better linearity, lower distortion even at extremely low levels, and a noise floor 10 dB lower than the Morpheus. The 8x SDA-3 DAC modules developed for this design collectively have a very low output impedance so that any load can be driven. Flexibility has also been increased and inputs such as I2S and USB are standard without having to swap modules.

To drive very sensitive amplifiers, it is possible to attenuate the signal by 10dB from the menu, in addition to the physical attenuator which can realise a 10 dB attenuation as well. And all this with an extremely low output impedance (XLR output) so that any amplifier with whatever sensitivity can be driven.

 

Box Contents:

  • Pasithea
  • IEC power cable
  • USB type A to B data cable
  • Aluminium 6 button remote control


Technical specifications

Dimensions
H 70mm, W 250mm, D 290mm
DAC design
8x SDA-3 modules, non-oversampling
Maximum bit rate
Up to 24-bit
Maximum sample rate
Up to 384kHz
Digital inputs
USB type B, coaxial RCA, I2S (RJ45 type), optical TosLink, AES/EBU XLR
Analogue outputs
XLR, RCA
Output impedance
RCA 100 ohms, XLR 16 ohms, physical -10dB setting 8 ohms
Noise floor
160dB related to 4 Volt RMS
Distortion
0.001% THD
Channel separation
125dB
Weight
3.5KG
Chassis material
Aluminium

Shipping and Returns

RETURNS

Elise Audio has a standard 14-day return / exchange policy for electronic products (DAC/DAP):

  • Must be returned in like-new factory condition 
  • Must include all original packaging and accessories
Please note that the return shipping cost is to be paid by the customer.

Read our full Returns, Warranty & Terms of service by clicking here

SHIPPING

We offer a range of delivery options to suit your purchasing needs. The options are presented to you at the checkout, in an easy to understand way.

Most orders for In-Stock items are shipped within 1 to 3 business days (Monday to Friday, except bank holidays), subject to stock availability and security checks. Please ensure you provide a valid phone number for us to contact you should verification of your identity be required.

For More information about our Shipping Policy please click here

Warranty

Products purchased from Elise Audio are supplied with a manufacturer warranty that is specified on the product page on our website. Most products come with a 1Y manufacturer warranty (or 3 months for B-grade, open box, refurbished, ex-demo and second hand items). The manufacturer's warranties are limited to physical defects in the materials, parts and workmanship used in making the product. Abnormal conditions, deliberate abuse and damage due to accidents, operator's error, or unauthorized service attempts are excluded from any warranty claims. Faulty goods returned under the manufacturers warranty are to be returned to Elise Audio at the cost of the customer. Elise Audio will cover the cost of shipping the repaired or replacement product back to the customer.

Neutral but natural flagship DAC

Because of the enormously energy-efficient electronics, there was room to add even more high-end technology within the dimensions of our standard enclosure. 8 DAC modules were used to take various specifications to greater heights. Better linearity, lower distortion even at extremely low levels, and a noise floor 10 dB lower than the Morpheus. The 8x SDA-3 DAC modules developed for this design collectively have a very low output impedance so that any load can be driven. Flexibility has also been increased and inputs such as I2S and USB are standard without having to swap modules.

To drive very sensitive amplifiers, it is possible to attenuate the signal by 10dB from the menu, in addition to the physical attenuator which can realise a 10 dB attenuation as well. And all this with an extremely low output impedance (XLR output) so that any amplifier with whatever sensitivity can be driven.

 

Box Contents:

  • Pasithea
  • IEC power cable
  • USB type A to B data cable
  • Aluminium 6 button remote control


Dimensions
H 70mm, W 250mm, D 290mm
DAC design
8x SDA-3 modules, non-oversampling
Maximum bit rate
Up to 24-bit
Maximum sample rate
Up to 384kHz
Digital inputs
USB type B, coaxial RCA, I2S (RJ45 type), optical TosLink, AES/EBU XLR
Analogue outputs
XLR, RCA
Output impedance
RCA 100 ohms, XLR 16 ohms, physical -10dB setting 8 ohms
Noise floor
160dB related to 4 Volt RMS
Distortion
0.001% THD
Channel separation
125dB
Weight
3.5KG
Chassis material
Aluminium
RETURNS

Elise Audio has a standard 14-day return / exchange policy for electronic products (DAC/DAP):

  • Must be returned in like-new factory condition 
  • Must include all original packaging and accessories
Please note that the return shipping cost is to be paid by the customer.

Read our full Returns, Warranty & Terms of service by clicking here

SHIPPING

We offer a range of delivery options to suit your purchasing needs. The options are presented to you at the checkout, in an easy to understand way.

Most orders for In-Stock items are shipped within 1 to 3 business days (Monday to Friday, except bank holidays), subject to stock availability and security checks. Please ensure you provide a valid phone number for us to contact you should verification of your identity be required.

For More information about our Shipping Policy please click here

Products purchased from Elise Audio are supplied with a manufacturer warranty that is specified on the product page on our website. Most products come with a 1Y manufacturer warranty (or 3 months for B-grade, open box, refurbished, ex-demo and second hand items). The manufacturer's warranties are limited to physical defects in the materials, parts and workmanship used in making the product. Abnormal conditions, deliberate abuse and damage due to accidents, operator's error, or unauthorized service attempts are excluded from any warranty claims. Faulty goods returned under the manufacturers warranty are to be returned to Elise Audio at the cost of the customer. Elise Audio will cover the cost of shipping the repaired or replacement product back to the customer.

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