The Pioneer N-70A is a high-end network audio player and external DAC, designed specifically for audiophiles seeking the very best quality in the playback of digital music and high-resolution files (Hi-Res Audio).
This streamer stands out for its monumental internal construction, weighing in at a substantial 11.5 kg, characterised by a rigid aluminium chassis divided into three isolated chambers. This design clearly separates the power supply, the digital section and the analogue section to eliminate any internal interference or vibration.
Key Technical Specifications
• Premium DAC: Features two ESS Sabre32 Ultra ES9016S chips (one per channel with 8-channel parallel processing) and 32-bit Hi-Bit processing.
• Format Support: Plays PCM files up to 32-bit / 384 kHz and DSD files up to 5.6 MHz. Compatible formats include FLAC, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, AAC, MP3 and WMA.
• Network Connectivity: Connects via Ethernet or Wi-Fi (using an optional adapter) for streaming from a PC, Mac or NAS via the DLNA protocol.
• Services and Protocols: Native support for Spotify Connect, internet radio via vTuner and direct streaming from Apple devices via Apple AirPlay.
• External Asynchronous DAC: Can be used as a high-quality sound card by connecting a computer to the rear asynchronous USB-B port.
• Professional Outputs: In addition to the classic gold-plated RCA outputs, it offers balanced XLR outputs for noise-free signal transmission. It also includes a dedicated headphone amplifier on the front panel with a 6.3 mm jack