【Masterpiece】SOULNOTE DC1.0 D/A Converter

This is the D/A converter DC1.0 from soulnote.
Currently designed by Mr. Satoshi Suzuki, representative of Fundamental. As soulnote's memorable first product, this DAC was highly talked about at the time of its release.
I have been using it with great satisfaction, but I am listing it due to a system change.

[Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price: ¥252,000 (tax included)]

[Contents]
dc1.0 main unit
Genuine power cable

[Condition]
There are some scratches on the top panel (two small paint chips, photos 6 and 7).
No operational issues.
Storage environment: Non-smoking, pet-free environment.

[About the product]
The fullness of sound and warmth of music that are often lost in recent measurement-focused DACs (deep NFB with op-amps) are expressed directly without correction by a 400VA high-capacity transformer and a non-feedback balanced amplifier, after the memory buffer, which supports up to 44.1kHz*, eliminates jitter.
*Does not support high-resolution signals of 96kHz or higher.

[Sound characteristics]
The main characteristic is that the sound is thick. The strong push in the mid-low frequencies realistically reproduces the presence of vocals and the vibration of the double bass with a sense of warmth.
This is my impression when used in balanced connection with the company's ma1.0: the sound gains thickness, density, and momentum. It produces a deeply carved, powerful sound, making it ideal for improving thinness or lightness.

[Supplement]
This product is no longer in production and cannot be purchased new. However, I believe you can still consult with Fundamental regarding repairs or updates with the designer, Mr. Satoshi Suzuki (this is also stated on their website).