{"product_id":"hegel-d50-the-raven-reference-dac","title":"Hegel D50 (The Raven) Reference DAC","description":"\u003c!-- ======================================================\n     Hegel D50 (The Raven) Reference DAC — AL (bh-*) HTML\n     Uses your saved default formatting\/classes exactly\n     Sources: Hegel official D50 specs (inputs\/formats\/outputs\/performance) \n     ====================================================== --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .bh-wrap{max-width:1100px;margin:0 auto;padding:1rem 1.25rem;line-height:1.6}\n  .bh-eyebrow{letter-spacing:.08em;text-transform:uppercase;font-size:.8rem;opacity:.7}\n  .bh-title{font-size:3rem;margin:.25rem 0 1rem}\n  .bh-sub{font-style:italic;margin:0 0 1.25rem}\n  .bh-grid{display:grid;gap:1.25rem}\n  @media(min-width:900px){.bh-grid{grid-template-columns:1.3fr .7fr;align-items:start}}\n  .bh-section{margin:2rem 0}\n  .bh-bullets{list-style:disc;padding-left:1.25rem;margin:.5rem 0 0}\n  .bh-specs{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse}\n  .bh-specs th,.bh-specs td{border:1px solid #e5e7eb;padding:.65rem;vertical-align:top}\n  .bh-specs th{width:42%;background:#f8fafc;text-align:left}\n  .bh-badge{display:inline-block;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:999px;padding:.2rem .6rem;margin:.15rem .3rem 0 0;font-size:.85rem}\n  .bh-badges{margin-top:.5rem}\n  .bh-faq details{border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:.5rem;padding:0.75rem 1rem;margin:.5rem 0;background:#fafafa}\n  .bh-faq summary{font-weight:600;cursor:pointer}\n  .bh-note{font-size:.95rem;opacity:.9}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bh-wrap\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"bh-title\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eHegel D50 “The Raven” Reference DAC\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bh-sub\"\u003ePurist fixed-output DAC • USB 32\/384 • DSD256 (DoP) • MQA 8× • AES\/EBU + Coax + Optical\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bh-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- LEFT COLUMN --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!-- Overview --\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"overview\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeet the D50 “The Raven”\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"description\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHegel D50\u003c\/strong\u003e is a dedicated, no-compromise digital-to-analog converter built around a simple idea: \u003cstrong\u003edo one job exceptionally well\u003c\/strong\u003e. There’s no network streaming platform, no preamp stage, and no variable output— just a quiet, high-precision conversion path designed to pull out detail, space, and timing without adding edge or glare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bh-note\"\u003e“The Raven” name nods to its focus on clarity and insight—turning digital data into a natural, engaging musical presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- Highlights --\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"highlights\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHighlights \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurist DAC design\u003c\/strong\u003e — fixed line-level outputs for the cleanest signal path (pair with an integrated amp or preamp).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete digital connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e — AES\/EBU, coax (BNC + RCA), 2× optical, and USB for computers\/servers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-resolution support\u003c\/strong\u003e — USB handles up to \u003cstrong\u003e32-bit\/384 kHz\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eDSD256 (DoP)\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eMQA 8×\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUltra-low noise performance\u003c\/strong\u003e — engineered for black backgrounds and effortless low-level detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced or single-ended integration\u003c\/strong\u003e — fixed \u003cstrong\u003eXLR\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eRCA\u003c\/strong\u003e outputs for any two-channel system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- Technology \u0026 Design --\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"technology\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnology \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocused conversion, nothing extra\u003c\/strong\u003e — The D50 is built as a dedicated DAC (no streaming module or volume-controlled preamp section), keeping the internal architecture optimized for conversion and noise control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput-specific capability\u003c\/strong\u003e — AES\/EBU and coaxial S\/PDIF support up to \u003cstrong\u003e24\/192\u003c\/strong\u003e (plus \u003cstrong\u003eDSD64 (DoP)\u003c\/strong\u003e on AES\/EBU and coax), while optical S\/PDIF supports up to \u003cstrong\u003e24\/96\u003c\/strong\u003e. USB unlocks the full capability up to \u003cstrong\u003e32\/384\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eDSD256 (DoP)\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eMQA 8×\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem-friendly fixed outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — Choose either the balanced XLR or unbalanced RCA fixed line-level outputs (both specified at \u003cstrong\u003e2.5 V\u003c\/strong\u003e) to match your amplifier\/preamp input preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"faq\" class=\"bh-section bh-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ — D50 “The Raven”\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the D50 a streamer?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The D50 is a \u003cstrong\u003estandalone DAC\u003c\/strong\u003e only. You’ll connect a streamer, transport, TV, or computer via its digital inputs, then feed your amplifier or preamp from the D50’s fixed analog outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes it have volume control?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe D50’s analog outputs are \u003cstrong\u003efixed\u003c\/strong\u003e. Use your integrated amplifier, preamp, or active speakers to control volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat’s the best input to use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re using a music server\/computer, \u003cstrong\u003eUSB\u003c\/strong\u003e provides the highest supported resolution. For transports\/streamers, \u003cstrong\u003eAES\/EBU\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003ecoaxial\u003c\/strong\u003e are excellent choices; optical can be ideal when electrical isolation is helpful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWill it work with my system?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe D50 offers both \u003cstrong\u003ebalanced XLR\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eRCA\u003c\/strong\u003e fixed outputs, so it integrates easily with most two-channel amps and preamps. If you want help choosing the right connection method for your source and cable run length, we can guide you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- Why Buy From Us --\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"why-buy\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Us\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthorized Hegel Dealer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSystem Design \u0026amp; Component Matching Expertise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreamer\/TV\/Transport Integration Support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifetime Technical Support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- RIGHT COLUMN --\u003e\n\u003caside\u003e\u003c!-- Specs --\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"specs\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eD50 Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"bh-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandalone digital-to-analog converter (fixed-output DAC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDigital Inputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 × AES\/EBU\u003c\/strong\u003e (S\/PDIF) — up to 24\/192, DSD64 (DoP), MQA 8×\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 × Coax (BNC)\u003c\/strong\u003e (S\/PDIF) — up to 24\/192, DSD64 (DoP), MQA 8×\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 × Coax (RCA)\u003c\/strong\u003e (S\/PDIF) — up to 24\/192, DSD64 (DoP), MQA 8×\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 × Optical\u003c\/strong\u003e (S\/PDIF) — up to 24\/96, MQA 8×\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 × USB\u003c\/strong\u003e — up to 32\/384, DSD256 (DoP), MQA 8×\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLine Level Outputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 × Unbalanced fixed (RCA), 2.5 V\u003cbr\u003e1 × Balanced fixed (XLR), 2.5 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAnalog Bandwidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMore than 0 Hz – 100 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSignal-to-Noise Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMore than 100 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNoise Floor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypically −150 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistortion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLess than 0.0002 %\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower Use (Standby)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLess than 0.5 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower Use (On)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLess than 20 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions (W × D × H)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17 × 12 × 3.9 in (43 × 30.5 × 9.9 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.55 lb (6.6 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSold As\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle DAC unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- What's in the Box --\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"whats-in-the-box\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHegel D50 “The Raven” Reference DAC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAC power cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser manual \u0026amp; documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- Optional note --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bh-note\"\u003eTip: For maximum performance, use your streamer’s best digital output (AES\/EBU or coax where available), and keep power and signal cables separated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/aside\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta itemprop=\"brand\" content=\"Hegel\"\u003e \u003cmeta itemprop=\"category\" content=\"Digital-to-Analog Converters, DACs\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- (Optional) Add Product\/FAQ JSON-LD here if desired --\u003e","brand":"Hegel","offers":[{"title":"Local Area Delivery","offer_id":53187257991534,"sku":"HEGD50","price":4900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Store Pick-up","offer_id":53187258024302,"sku":"HEGD51","price":4900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/1537\/4703\/files\/hegel-d50-dac.jpg?v=1767980310","url":"https:\/\/audiolab.com\/products\/hegel-d50-the-raven-reference-dac","provider":"Audiolab","version":"1.0","type":"link"}