Truth in Sound — The Reference DSH-805 DAC

The Unitra Audio DSH-805 DAC is a reference-class digital-to-analog converter engineered for listeners who demand nothing less than the truth. At its core sits the latest ESS SABRE® architecture, renowned for its ultra-low noise floor and extraordinary detail retrieval, wrapped in Unitra's own proprietary refinements. From the subtlest microdynamic to the sharpest transient, the DSH-805 renders every detail with natural clarity and effortless musicality: a soundstage that feels alive, bass with authority, and highs that shimmer without a trace of harshness.

An Internal Master Clock That Tames Jitter

Every digital input is re-clocked by the DSH-805's internal master clock, which dynamically selects the optimal frequency for each transmission. This minimizes jitter and holds timing accuracy constant regardless of the source, so the digital path always operates under perfectly controlled conditions. The payoff is natural dynamics and pristine sonic clarity that don't waver from track to track or source to source.

Galvanic Isolation and a Linear Power Supply

Both USB inputs feature galvanic isolation, blocking the electrical interference that computers and phones inject into an audio system — making USB the recommended, highest-quality way to feed the DAC. Underpinning it all is a linear power supply built around a transformer designed and wound in-house, the stable foundation on which the DSH-805's clean, dynamic sound is built. A front-panel LED matrix keeps you informed, displaying the active source, selected filter, sampling rate, format, and MQA or DSD status.

Why You'll Love the DSH-805

• Latest ESS SABRE® conversion architecture with Unitra's proprietary refinements
• Internal master clock re-clocks all inputs to minimize jitter
• Galvanically isolated dual USB inputs for interference-free digital audio
• In-house linear power supply for a stable, quiet foundation
• Informative front-panel LED matrix (source, filter, sample rate, format, MQA/DSD)

Frequently Asked Questions

Which DAC chip does the DSH-805 use?

It's built on the latest ESS SABRE® architecture, enhanced with Unitra's own proprietary circuit solutions for performance beyond a conventional implementation.

Why are the USB inputs galvanically isolated?

Isolation blocks electrical noise from computers and mobile devices before it can reach the audio path, which is why USB is the recommended connection for the cleanest, most stable signal.

Does it show format and sample-rate information?

Yes. A front-panel LED matrix displays the active source, selected digital filter, sampling rate, format, and MQA/DSD status.

DSH-805 Technical Specifications