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Highest-Performance, No-Compromise, Hi-Res Network Audio PlayerYou won't believe the power, performance, features, and capabilities of the Cocktail Audio X45Pro. The X45 does so much, it was tough to top. And yet the X45Pro does just that with amazing firepower that brings out the best in your digital music files from any source. The X45Pro is the Cocktail Audio's highest performance multi-purpose music player. It combines the functions the functions of a DAC, CD ripper, network streamer, music recorder, and much more for the most discerning audiophile. The X45Pro is equipped with SABRE PRO Flagship ES9038PRO DAC chip supporting up to PCM 768 kHz sample rate and native DSD512, delivering an unprecedented dynamic range, and relying on a premium OPA627BP precision high-speed operational amplifier. To minimize electrical noise and idle noise, the power supply for the digital and analog circuitry are isolated and the toroidal transformer and SMPS are completely shielded with aluminum. The X45Pro's entire enclosure is precisely crafted from beautiful glass-sanded aluminum fabricated by precision CNC machine. The impressive functionality offered by Cocktail Audio's custom-designed software has been developed by an in-house R&D team and completes the X45Pro as the ultimate digital file music player for audiophiles. Impressive FunctionalityThe X45Pro fully supports MQA, along with DSD (64 / 128 / 256), DXD (24-Bit / 352.8 kHz), PCM signals up to 32-Bit / 768 kHz, including 24-Bit / 192 kHz WAV/FLAC and full range hi-res audio file formats. You can connect a turntable directly to the X45Pro to play and record an LP via the MM moving magnet input with built-in MM phono stage. Record other analog sources, like a cassette deck, and also record from the built-in DAB+/FM radio, Internet radio to via recording function with hi-res sampling rate up to 192 kHz. You can also play hi-res files (like MQA, DSD, etc.) in your PC directly through the X45Pro via its advanced USB DAC functionality. High Connectivity and ControlThe X45Pro features a GigaFast Ethernet LAN for a wired network connection. It provides versatile network functions, including major music streaming services (TIDAL, TIDAL MQA, Deezer, Qobuz, Napster) and Internet Radio (Airable). It is 'Roon Ready', accommodating the famous music player for music lovers and uses the customized remote control app, NOVATRON MusicX, for iOS and Android. A customized WebInterface (WebUI) also provides remote control and MusicDB management via PC. You can also connect wirelessly to the X45Pro using the optional Cocktail Audio USB Wi-fi Dongle (sold separately) that plugs into one of the USB ports. With the wireless function, you can greatly increase the control options and flexibility of this great component! You can control the X45Pro remotely using mobile devices including an iPhone, iPad, or iPod or using Android smartphones and tablets by downloading free UPnP apps. Play songs from iOS devices on the Cocktail Audio X45Pro wireless with the 'Share-play' function (Cocktail Audio 's own version of Apple AirPlay). High-speed Optical Drive for Ripping CDsFor fast CD ripping, the X45Pro uses a front-loading optical disc drive (ODD) with 24x high speed. It can rip a CD with a 60-minute playing time CD in less than 10 minutes. Once it's done ripping, the X40 will catalog your CD collection by album, artist, genre, and year, and will also store all ripped CDs into the music database in FLAC, ALAC, WAV, or MP3 file formats. The CD ripping CD is augmented by professional CD metadata and album cover art provided by Gracenote. Multiple Digital Inputs and OutputsThe X45Pro offers a variety of digital audio inputs and outputs for connection to other audio devices. The three digital outputs consist of Toslink optical, coaxial, and AES/EBU XLR, which support up to 24-bit/192 kHz. This means the X45Pro can be used as an audio server and source device if you wish to use an existing external amplifier and/or DAC. For quick data transfer, the X45Pro offers two high speed USB3.0 host ports. A USB Audio Class 2.0 output lets you connect an external USB DAC. The HDMI output lets you connect an external screen like a TV to use as the X45Pro's GUI screen or audio signal out. That's wired connectivity. What about wireless? You can play songs from iOS devices and music from Spotify wirelessly, too. Balanced and Unbalanced Analog OutsIn addition to its digital connections, the X45Pro gives you high quality analog pre-outs for playback through your AV gear. The unbalanced RCA outputs offer a dynamic range of 137dB (Max 6.5Vrms, stereo) THD +N: 0.0003%. The balanced AES/EBU XLR outputs provide a dynamic range of 137dB (Max 2Vrms, stereo) THD +N: 0.0003%. For an intimate listening experience, the high quality headphone out with 1/4” jack provides sensitivity of 100mW+100mW@1Khz, 600ohm, 0.1% THD. Intuitive Front Panel Controls and LCD ScreenIntuitive front panel controls provide quick access to basic functions and menu keys for the large 7-inch TFT LCD (1024 x 600 pixels) screen for intuitive GUI. Using its HDMI output, you can use an external big screen, such as a monitor or TV, as its GUI screen. You can also view a photo slideshow while you're listening to music. The X45Pro supports various picture file formats like JPEG, PNG, GIF, TIFF and BMP. Add Your Own Hard Drive for Digital File StorageFor storing digital music files, the X45Pro supports a 3.5” SATA hard disk or a 2.5” SATA hard disk or solid state drive (SSD) as storage. A customized storage drive bay drawer allows quick and easy installation. Currently, the X45Pro support up to 8TB of storage using a 3.5"/2.5" hard disk or SSD. Glass Sanded Aluminum CaseworkThe X45Pro's casework enclosure is precisely crafted with beautiful glass sanded aluminum, which is fabricated by a precision CNC machine. Advanced Hardware and Engineering
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