Aavik Acoustics SD-188 Streamer DAC

• Overview – The Aavik Acoustics SD-188 Streamer DAC, released in 2019, is a solid-state network streamer and digital-to-analogue converter featuring integrated streaming, premium DAC architecture, and fully balanced analogue outputs for high-end audio systems.

• Advanced Digital Architecture – Utilizing a low-noise streaming platform, precision clocking, and balanced analogue output stage, the Aavik Acoustics SD-188 Streamer DAC delivers exceptional timing accuracy, low jitter, and remarkable musical transparency.

Continuum DAC

The Continuum DAC takes a unique approach to digital-to-analog conversion with a fully chipless design. A custom-programmed FPGA converts all digital audio into high-resolution DSD512, a format that closely mimics analog. A specialized digital filter then smooths the signal without any switching, preserving a natural, continuous sound. A simple analog filter completes the path, revealing music with clarity, warmth, and depth. This breakthrough design powers the Aavik SD-x88 series, delivering an exceptionally lifelike listening experience.

Resonant Mode Power Supply

Aavik x88 amplifiers feature a fast, low-noise switching power supply, optimized for class D amplification. Operating in power-factor-corrected resonant mode, it delivers smooth, clean sine wave power. When extra power is needed, the supply adjusts its frequency to increase power density, ensuring high peak currents without distortion. The result is a very low noise floor, low output impedance, and superior control over connected speakers.

Active Tesla coil

Effective noise killer.
The active Tesla coils are power supplied which secures a remarkable lower impedance and thus a better ability to eliminate noise. The active version is about three to four times more efficient than passive Tesla coils.

• Reference Streaming Performance – The Aavik Acoustics SD-188 Streamer DAC supports high-resolution network playback while producing expansive soundstaging, outstanding detail retrieval, and natural tonal balance for discerning audiophiles.