- Supports native playback of DSD1024 & PCM1536, and all kinds of formats and compression modes for local and network playback.  

- Supports native playback of various music apps on AMC, such as TIDAL, Qobuz, Roon, Apple Music, Spotify, and more.  

- As an official partner of Diretta, the D1X supports network bridge & core separation based on the Diretta system.  

- Utilizes Hi-END limited-grade materials.  

- Incorporates a quad-channel ±1ppm TCXO low-noise clock system*.

- Integrated with ±1ppm TCXO-synchronized PCIe reference-grade audio network interface cards.

- Features a ±1ppm TCXO-synchronized PCIe reference-grade audio USB interface module.

- Equipped with a ±1ppm TCXO-synchronized reference-grade SATA signal regeneration module.

- Seven years of R&D in industry Hi-END reference design for X86 motherboards.  

- Supports SAW OS 3.0 AMC clean&music systems and Diretta bridge systems.  

- Features a self-developed X86 motherboard with an ATX-like three-channel native power supply system.  

- Includes a 5V, 7A deluxe high-bandwidth, built-in low-noise linear power supply.  

- Supports an external 5V, ≥5A DC standalone power supply.  

- Compatible with LPX 2024 and PA1 15TH power supplies.  

- Includes a separate, customizable ground wire module.  

- Provides audiophile-grade USB audio and network audio interfaces.  

Hi-end-design X86 motherboard

ATX-like three-channels native power supply system

4V, 5V, and 12V (PCIe) separated 3-way DC power supply interface, designed to meet the requirements of full linearity, high current, and low noise input.

Flagship-level Ultra-Low EMI design

DDR memory, HDD driver, and other high-radiation, high-speed communication components are fully surface-mounted and soldered in close proximity. Thick aluminum and multi-layer gold-plated PCBs provide comprehensive shielding. The ultra-low noise and EMI design achieves unprecedented quietness, which has been successfully implemented in Hi-Fi systems.

• The industry's first to achieve deep optimization starting from 1.8V for low internal resistance.

1.8V, 3.3V, and 5V all achieve a resistance of ≤5 micro-ohms(100khz) by utilizing reference-grade low internal resistance materials. This represents an industry benchmark with a ≤5 milliohms low internal resistance solution, ensuring ultra-low noise from I/O and power supply, high-frequency bandwidth, and ultra-fast response.

• Reference level independent power supply design, each voltage level is still independently powered

Starting from 1.8V, each power supply is separated as much as possible, with up to 5 channels for the 3.3V LDO HDMI, hard drives, SD, and others are all powered independently. Each USB has its own filtering and independent power circuitry to minimize external noise input as much as possible. The power supply can be as low as 3 milliohms.

• Reference-level X86 CPU clock

An independent CPU with a ±1ppm TCXO high-precision clock system ensures that controllers such as HDMI, PCIe, USB, and SD receive high-precision clock support. Additionally, a luxurious 5 milliohm independent clock power supply system has been adopted, significantly enhancing sound detail and dynamics.

• Independent USB audio output interface

Adopting a second-order filtering and ≤5 milliohm Ultra-Low internal resistance scheme, with an independent dedicated USB Audio interface. By fixing on the rear panel reinforced design, it greatly increases the robustness of the USB port, supporting audiophile-grade USB HIFI cables.

• Ultra-Low Power, Meeting Reference-Grade Audio Design Requirements

Under conditions where the hard drive is capable of smooth operation with SAW OS3.0 audio-specific and Diretta bridge systems, a fully fixed-frequency ultra-responsive design and a reference-level design with significant margin ensure that during normal DSD512 playback, power consumption is less than 20W. Ultra-Low power consumption and Ultra-Low thermal noise provide the foundation for a reference-level power supply system, which is also a core essential for high-quality sound.

• Multi-layer high-speed redundant gold-plated design, all for high signal quality and low noise

Adopting multi-layer impedance ultra-high speed, increasing the redundancy of gold-plated PCB design, cost is not considered, everything is for excellent signal quality and low noise design.

• Powerful audio expansion interface, a HIFI designed PCIe, 3 USB 2.0 ports, one USB 3.0 port, and a dedicated clock power supply SD storage.

1.8V PCIe controller power supply is deeply optimized, with a ±1ppm TCXO audio clock, providing precise and ultra-low noise audio design for PCIe expansion. The motherboard also supports three USB 2.0 and one USB 3.0 expansion ports, as well as a clock and power optimized HDMI output interface.

• Shut-off WIFI module based on HIFI design

As a supplementary WIFI module, D1X still adopts a HIFI-grade design. It utilizes a CPU with a high-precision ±1ppm TCXO clock, an independent 3.3V LDO low-noise power supply, a fully shielded WIFI module, and an external antenna design. This reduces WIFI interference to the lowest level and supports soft shutdown within the system.

X86 platform, with superior system support, boasts a robust ecosystem for music apps

In addition to the audio-dedicated SAW OS 3.0 system and custom Diretta built into the official SOUNDAWARE products, the official version supports some Audio Linux and the upcoming Win11 LTSC IOT.

Diretta network bridge system

SOUNDAWARE has become an official partner of Diretta, and the entire D1X series products support the Diretta Bridge System, bringing out better performance of D1X hardware in bridge or host mode.

A PCIe network card that adopts reference-level design and materials

D1X adopts a high-performance PCIe Gigabit network chip, an independent high-speed, low-jitter network isolation transformer, and a Neutrik high-performance network socket. It utilizes a 7μV ultra-low noise power supply and performs 5 milliohm ultra-low noise internal resistance processing for each power supply of the network card chip, such as 1V, 1.8V, and 3.3V. It employs a ±1ppm TCXO high-precision, low-noise clock system and uses the same limited-edition reference materials as the DAM1 15TH, such as MKP capacitors and silver film capacitors.

7A Class High Current Built-in Full Linear Low Noise Main Power Supply

33uv level ultra-low noise power supply

The enhanced power supply, equipped with the LPX 2024 linear 7A charging module and high-performance filters, delivers a wider frequency range and improved performance in sound. Additionally, the 4V power supply features a low-noise, high-current design at the LT 33μV level, providing an independent power system for the CPU and I/O. It also extensively utilizes film capacitors, MKP capacitors, 5 milliohm capacitors, and other reference-grade materials identical to those used in the limited-edition DAM1 15TH.

Supports external input power of 5V ≥5A for higher performance

The sound quality reaches a new level

Supports external high-end reference-level power inputs such as the LPX 2024 or PA1 15TH, which can elevate the sound quality to a higher level, offering better detail, dynamics, and improved density. It also allows for completely different sound styles  through various DC cables.

Customized built-in reference-grade PA2 SATA regeneration module

SATA hard drive system with an independent power supply

*Customized edition

The custom version is primarily designed for local and streaming playback users, featuring an integrated SATA signal regeneration PA2 function with reference-grade materials. It utilizes a high-frequency, high-response power system with reference-grade WIMA 10μF MKS4 capacitors and 5 milliohm components, along with a TCXO ±1ppm high-performance PA2 signal regeneration clock system, all on par with the reference-grade materials used in the DAM1 15TH. Additionally, it undergoes targeted tuning and optimization to achieve benchmark-level sound quality with the built-in hard drive.

*Customized edition

Add a reference-grade USB AUDIO module for PCIe expansion.

By enhancing the PCIe expansion capabilities, USB AUDIO directly outputs from PCIe, utilizing a high-performance, low-noise clock with ±1ppm precision and a power system fully optimized to 5 milliohms, making the USB AUDIO performance more comprehensive.

Second-generation fully laminated design

10-year maintenance-free silent X86 cooling system

To address the X86 design lifespan of up to 10 years, conventional thermal conductivity solutions typically last only around 5 years, which cannot meet the requirement for 10 years of maintenance-free operation. Extensive applications have been implemented on AM3 and the new D2, making a 10-year maintenance-free silent cooling system achievable. Through a high-performance thermally conductive system with adhesive properties, there is a significant improvement over the industry's general solutions in all aspects.

Independent grounding system with built-in high-performance filter:

Reference-level luxury materials

The D1X adopts the same grounding system and amorphous alloy high-performance filter as the D1. The transformer features a custom-wound A-core made of high-purity OFC, with a fully encapsulated and fully shielded reference-grade toroidal solution. Additionally, the internal key wiring utilizes custom 5U silver-plated wires. The D1X also incorporates a series of reference-grade optimization solutions, including the same custom isolated vibration-damping feet system as the DAM1 15TH.

The interfaces and features of D1X

D1X standard edition

1. Optimized for HIFI requirements WIFI
2. HDMI
3. USB2.0
4. USB3.0
5. SD card slot
6. USB Audio output
7. Reference-level PCIe expansion network card
8. 5V ≥5A DC input
9. External grounding interface (top), independent grounding switch (bottom)
10. Power socket, fuse and switch

D1X customized edition

1. Optimized for HIFI requirements WIFI
2. HDMI
3. USB2.0
4. USB3.0
5. SD card slot
6. USB Audio output
7. Reference-level PCIe expansion network card
8. 5V ≥5A DC input
9. External grounding interface (top), independent grounding switch (bottom)
10. Power socket, fuse and switch
11. Reference-level USB Audio output for PCIe expansion

Differences between the versions of D1X

How to use D1X

Used as a Host:

Used as a Bridge:

Product Specifications

- Weight: ~5 kg

- Dimensions: 320 x 220 x 60 mm

- Voltage: AC 220V/110V （The corresponding voltage version can be selected according to personal needs during purchase.）