Esoteric N-03T Network Audio Transport Made In Japan

Network Audio Transport

N-03T

A separate type network audio transport

To the Future of Musical Reproduction

Massive, super high quality modular systems are the key philosophy that Esoteric has followed since we were first established. We are now bringing this same philosophy to network playback systems with the N-03T network digital audio transport system. Your favorite D/A converter or Super Audio CD player can be digitally connected by USB, enabling you to build just the right system to enjoy playing files or streaming content your way.
Esoteric takes digital transport to a new level with endless options and even more possibilities for audio playback.

支援各種系統規劃的實用性

追求極致品質的分體式思維，是ESOTERIC創社以來所培育的哲學，因此網路播放器也在新潮流中孕育而生，也就是強化數位輸出的網路傳輸器N-03T，能透過USB的數位連接與自己喜歡的分體式數位類比轉換器或SACD播放器接駁，藉由自己喜歡的DAC來享受音樂檔案和串流播放，打造自由度很高的音響系統。其網路模組內建革新的高性能處理器，加上廣受好評的應用程式，讓使用更加簡單上手。

在無止盡地探索音樂重播的本質，並反應更多的可能性後，新世代的數位傳輸器便在此誕生。

Network Audio

The N-03T fulfills every music lover's dream: to access music freely from your living room chair and enjoy the very best audio quality. The DSD master audio source provides a crystal-clear audio experience, your CD collection is arranged in a library for easy access, and streaming services put new music at your fingertips. The N-03T is a network audio transport system specially designed to connect with an external DAC or a Super Audio CD player's built-in DAC via USB connection. Other than your audio system, all you need is a home LAN (Wi-Fi router, etc.), a tablet or smartphone and a NAS (music server) to store your music library. That's all you need for an easy, comfortable music experience where you don't have to compromise on quality.

網路音樂
坐在聆聽位上，自在地選取音樂，享受出色的高音質重播，能夠實現如此奢侈夢想的就是N-03T。體驗強烈鮮明的DSD母帶訊源音樂，把收藏的CD變成媒體庫輕鬆選取，透過串流服務，主動邂逅新音樂。只要利用屋內的網路環境就能讓自己與音樂的關係變親密。N-03T是數位輸出專用的網路傳輸器，可以使用USB接駁數位類比轉換器和具備數位輸入的SACD播放器，除了音響器材之外，需要的就只有家裡的LAN（Wi-Fi路由器等）和平板／智慧型手機，以及儲存音樂庫的NAS（音樂伺服器）。只要準備這些，就能簡單聆聽毫無妥協的音樂品質，展開輕鬆的音樂生活。

Compatible with a Wide Range of Audio Sources

Care has been taken with every detail to achieve audio quality suitable for high-end network playback. The N-03T is compatible with a vast range of formats (DSF, DSDIFF, FLAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, AIFF, MP3 and AAC) and supports playback up to DSD 22.5MHz and PCM 768kHz/32-bit by USB output. Gapless playback is also supported for all lossless formats for uninterrupted playback of live or opera recordings.

支援各種訊源
澈底講究網路串流重播時的Hi – End 音質， 支援多種格式（DSF、DSDIFF、FLAC 、Apple Lossless 、WAV、AIFF、MP3、AAC），USB輸出時，最高可支援DSD 11.2MHz、PCM 384kHz / 32 bit重播。而且支援全部無損格式的不間斷重播，在播放LIVE演唱會和歌劇的訊源時，曲目之間可以無縫接軌。

ESOTERIC Sound Stream

Esoteric Sound Stream is an Apple iOS and a Google Android network playback app for tablets and smartphones designed with an emphasis on intuitive operability. Simply select music tracks by using your tablet or smartphone to create a customized playlist and then play the playlist. All screens are intuitively designed for easy operation and access to playlists and libraries, making it easy for anyone to use. It also has a wide range of advanced features that meet the demands of even the most experienced users.
A key feature is the excellent search and retrieval function that fully utilizes tag information. Images are also stored in the app, enabling you to instantly scroll through album artwork and libraries according to categories such as artist, year of recording, composer or category.

操作方便性也是澈底講究。ESOTERIC Sound Stream是網路串流時用來操控的iPad/iPhone應用程式。透過平板／智慧型手機選曲，可以憑自己的喜好建立播放清單，完成基本的播放操作。操作鍵、播放清單以及音樂庫的配置全都一目了然，就算是第一次使用也能毫無壓力地直覺操控。同時為了回應進階使用者的高度期許，在完整利用標籤資訊下，具備高度的檢索功能。因為應用程式有圖片的暫存功能，所以在滑動時就能快速顯示專輯封面，而錄音年代、作曲者以及音樂類別等的排列顯示也能輕易改變。不同格式的同名樂曲，只要使用標籤資訊，也能在畫面上簡單辨別。

High-Sampling Digital Output

The N-03T has a USB port enabling digital output up to DSD 22.5MHz and PCM 768kHz/32-bit. This allows the N-03T to be connected to a USB DAC or a disc player with a USB port.
Two other digital output systems (XLRx1 and RCAx1) are also included, supporting PCM up to 192kHz/24-bit and DSD2.8MHz (DoP).

支援高取樣頻率的數位輸出
具備一組USB端子，數位輸出最高可支援DSD 11.2MHz、PCM 384kHz/32bit，可以連接USB DAC或具備USB端子的唱盤。在USB之外還具備二組數位輸出（XLR × 1 、RCA ×1），可以支援高達192kHz/24bit的PCM或DSD 2.8MHz（DoP）輸出。

Music Server Function

The N-03T can also be used as a simplified music server in which a player and a library can be integrated by connecting large-capacity storage devices to two USB ports on the front and rear of the unit.

音樂伺服器功能
總共二組專門連接大容量USB 儲存裝置的「USB DRIVE」端子，前面一組，後面一組，可以當作簡易的音樂伺服器使用，對於第一次架設NAS的人也能輕易上手，同時還能當作第二或第三個音樂伺服器使用。

Compatible with a Wide Range of Streaming Services and Audio Codecs

Esoteric has partnerships with a wide range of streaming service and audio codec providers, and preparations are underway for compatibility with new services.*
*Information on newly supported services will be released on the Esoteric website. However, regional restrictions may be implemented on some services.

支援各種串流服務
預定跟各家串流服務供應商建立合作關係，一旦準備完成就會依序支援。
* 可用的服務可以隨時於官網獲取資訊，但目前限定可用區域，所以國內有些服務還沒開通。

TIDAL
Begin your encounters with new music through TIDAL, a high-end music streaming service that has officially partnered with ESOTERIC. TIDAL's lossless music distribution service operates on a fixed rate basis. Offering instant access to its enormous sound library, TIDAL enables users to enjoy their favorite music online with excellent sound quality.
Learn more here: TIDAL

qobuz
ESOTERIC is an official partner of Qobuz, the leading Hi-Res music streaming and download service in Europe. Benefit from 1 month Free Qobuz Hi-Fi trial (worth = £19,99€)
Learn more here: qobuz

Roon Ready*
Roon is the most engaging, enjoyable way to browse your music. Being Roon Ready means that Esoteric network players transparently discover and connect to Roon, with no network configuration, with bitperfect delivery of audio to your dac. Together, Roon and Esoteric deliver the power, flexibility, and performance benefits of networked audio, with the easiest setup and highest reliability available.
Learn more here: Roon labs

* As of October 2020, Roon Ready is supported with firmware V1.04. For more details please see download page.

Spotify
Spotify is an on-line music streaming service delivering over 40 million music. Two types of services are provided, a basic service called "Spotify Free" for free, and on-demand and high-quality sound subscription serive called "Spotify Premium" at flat rate.
Learn more here: Spotify

MQA
MQA is an award-winning technology that delivers master quality audio in a file that's small enough to stream or download. Using pioneering scientific research into how people hear, MQA captures and authenticates the sound of the original studio performance.
Learn more here:MQA
The N-03T decodes MQA 44.1k/48kHz data to 88.2k/96kHz which are compatible with conventional PCM D/A converters.

MQA (Master Quality Authenticated)
MQA是一項屢獲殊榮的技術，在非常小的檔案中可以傳輸或下載高質量的音頻。通過對人們聽到的方式進行開創性的科學研究，MQA捕獲並證實了原始錄音室的音質。

Equipped with Two Powerful Independent Power Supplies

The N-03T is equipped with two large independent toroidal transformers, one for the internal network module and one for the other digital circuits, enabling the ideal supply of power to each circuit block. Unlike a standard switching power supply, these large linear power supplies are made with high quality components such as large filter capacitors and Schottky barrier diodes. The dedicated power supply for the network module also has an EDLC (Electric Double-layer Capacitor), a super-capacitor that has 1F (1,000,000μF) capacitance. These provide a dramatic improvement in audio quality.

內建二個強大的獨立電源
內建的網路模組與其他數位電路共採用了二顆大容量的獨立環形變壓器，能為各個電路區塊提供理想的電源。跟一般的交換式電源不同，大容量的濾波電容、蕭特基二極體以及在網路模組裝上1F（1,000,000μF）超級電容器EDLC（Electric Double-layer Capacitor）的專用電源等，這些奢侈的元件打造了大容量的線性電源，對於提昇音質發揮了畫龍點睛的效果。

High-Rigidity Chassis Construction

The bottom chassis used to secure the circuit components has a dual layer structure with two steel plates (5mm and 2mm). The power supply transformer and other components are arranged three-dimensionally on the two layers to prevent interference between components, and laser-cut slits are applied to each layer for effective controlling of vibration. And a thick, heavyweight aluminum panel enclosure and Esoteric's unique pinpoint feet (patents no. JP4075477 and JP3778108) provide thorough mechanical grounding against vibration.

高剛性的箱體結構
用來固定各電路元件的箱體底板採用二片鋼板（5mm/2mm）形成雙層結構。電源變壓器和其他元件分別配置在不同層板，防止元件之間相互干擾，而且各層板都是用雷射車削加工而成，可以有效抑振。加上重量級厚度的鋁合金面板箱體，以及ESOTERIC獨家的腳墊（專利第4075477號、第3778108號），能澈底達到振動的機械接地。

Versatile Range of System Plans

Ever since we were first established, Esoteric's philosophy has centered on modular audio systems, breaking audio down into separate devices and refining each one to achieve maximum audio quality. The N-03T network audio transport system can be combined with Esoteric's range of D/A converters (D series) and Super Audio CD players (K series) to build your system just the way you want it.

支援各種系統規劃的實用性
依功能類別將音響發展到最尖端，像這樣追求最極致品質的分體式思維，是ESOTERIC創社以來所培育的哲學。ESOTERIC強化數位輸出的D系列、K系列等網路傳輸器，能搭配各種分體式數位類比轉換器和SACD播放器，來打造出極度自由的系統組合。

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