LADDER Brahms Player digital interface DDC

Ladder Brahms DDC 

The Ladder Brahms Player is a refined mid-range digital audio source that brings together advanced technology, premium components, and meticulous engineering to deliver music with clarity, depth, and musicality. Designed for enthusiasts who demand more than entry-level players but don’t need to stretch to flagship extremes, the Brahms offers an excellent balance of performance, versatility, and value.

Key Features

• High-Precision Crystal Oscillator – Ensures ultra-low jitter and accurate timing for smooth, natural playback.

• Toroidal Power Supply – A 65W toroidal transformer paired with American ERSE capacitors provides stable, noise-free power to all circuits.

• Versatile Analog Outputs – Two sets of unbalanced (RCA) outputs plus one set of balanced (XLR) outputs for maximum system compatibility.

• Comprehensive Digital Outputs – Coaxial, optical, and AES/EBU outputs alongside DSD support for flexible integration with external DACs.

• Differential Amplification – Output stage built with ON Semiconductor FETs for clean signal transfer and improved channel separation.

• Robust Construction – Solid aluminium alloy chassis provides vibration resistance and durability.

Functional Overview

• Audio Format Support: Wide compatibility with common high-resolution audio formats.

• Analog Outputs: Dual RCA + single XLR.

• Digital Outputs: Coaxial, optical, AES/EBU, plus DSD support.

• Compliance: Meets GB8898-2011 safety standard and electromagnetic compatibility requirements (GB17625.1-2012 / GB13837-2012).

Specifications

• Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz (+0/-1dB)

• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: ≥108 dB (A-weighted)

• THD: ≤0.005% @ 1kHz

• Crosstalk: ≥105 dB @ 1kHz

• Output Level: 2V ±1dB @ 1kHz

• Channel Imbalance: ≤1dB @ 1kHz

• Power Consumption: <20W

• Dimensions: 290 × 280 × 80 mm (L × D × H)

• Weight: 8.7kg net (12kg packaged)

• Power Supply: 230V (184–253V) or 115V (92–138V), 50/60Hz

What’s Included

• Ladder Brahms Player ×1

• Power Cord ×1

• Quick Start Guide ×1

• Warranty Card ×1