Gold Note DS-10 Plus: An Italian Masterpiece

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0:00 Intro
0:37 Two things that won't be addressed
3:57 Features and Functions
9:37 Sound
14:10 Conclusion

#goldnote #streaming #dac

[johanekelof]

Loving mine DS-10 Plus. Just added a PSU-10 Evo for it and it really transformed the DS-10 to something better. Nice review!

[CommanderGinyu]

The Ds-10 evo has Tidal connect. The normal one and the plus don't. That's why I had to go with the EVO

[keastcw]

I hope you get the change to review the external power supply (PSU-10 Evo) and you let us know you're impressions.

[audio_acoustic_engineering]

Very cool and congratulations on a new purchase. 🎉

[HiFiTurtle]

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One thing I forgot to mention is that the DS-10 is Roon Certified. Those with Roon I would imagine will not have issues with the interface I did when using Roon vs. The native app.

[charlesdesmond]

I have to come over and hear this, since you are buying one. Wonder how it compares to my Terminator 2, from your description it sounds like they are very similar sonically. Great review.

[ryanschipp]

What exactly don't you like about it as a DAC/PRE versus just a DAC?

[firebladeclements]

A further note on info I I've learned about the 3 different models. The ds10 was the original model, the + was the next, the evo the last model over 5 to 6 period. The original model does not connect to their app anymore, or receive updates. It has to connect to mcconnect for the streamer to function. The newer models do function through their app I'm guessing as of this point, but they could stop function at any time at their choosing. As they did with the original model.

Moral, get the latest version if possible!

I purchased a used ds-1000 model, which also does not work through their native app unfortunately anymore. On the bright side, it's a lifetime piece for me! Regardless if it's through a third party app. If you can land a ds-1000 used, GET IT!

Just this old farts 2 cents.

[xeniavader]

Need to spend time explaining why it beats the Benchmark DAC3
need to compare to Holo Audio and Denafrips

[RedSinter]

They now as I understand it a PH-10 which I believe is right around $1k. They are noted for their pursuit of lower $, Audiophile products by virtue of passing down their High $ products. In fact their president and developer said recently that has always been their goal and more so now than ever.

[CercaTrova]

Hi, thanks for this review, I am very interested in gold note devices right now.
I don’t understand one thing. If i use ds10 as roon ready streamer I dont use it as a DAC? What did u mean in the video by dividing streaming and DAC functions? 15:35

[gocc]

I just ordered DS10+ and then realised it doesn't support Tidal connect. Could the 2.2.9 firmware from EVO be installed on Plus model?

[keastcw]

Hi Turtle, I just watched your review of the HiFi Rose RS150b. Having heard both the Rosa and the Gold Note, which would you say has the better sonics (looks, build quality, and functionality aside)?

[xeniavader]

I want one!!!! how does it compare to the other high end dacs. Need to elaborate?? Is the Bartok still top?

[CercaTrova]

I can’t decide what is better to buy DS10 evo or Gold note is1000?
In first case I will have opportunity to switch between different amps, in second I get very good sound all in one box, but what is better for Focal Electra 1028be?

[rockmusicvideoreviewer]

Sounds Excellent! just the same as any DAC the past 35 years.