Woo Audio WDS 1 Digital-to-Analog Converter

"It Kind of Blew My Mind"

The Woo Audio WDS-1 Digital-to-Analog Converter is a superior digital audio playback component designed for serious music lovers. It is the perfect companion for any computer audio system, as well as for Woo Audio's own state of the art WTP-1 Red Book CD Transport.

"In a word, I was stunned," notes Issue #61 of Positive Feedback. "I thought it would sound good, but I had no idea how good it would sound, and it kind of blew my mind."

"If you still have a large collection of CDs, check out Woo Audio's new WTP-1 CD transport and WDS-1 digital-to-analog converter combination," notes Steve Guttenberg in his CNET.com review for April 11, 2012. "The Woo components have a neutral sound quality, with excellent resolution of fine detail. I listened to a wide variety of music on CD, and the Woos' clarity and resolution were top-rate."

"The WDS-1 sounds amazing! I am hearing things that I have never heard before in my tracks," said Audio Advisor customer Robert. "My Sennheiser HD800s have never sounded better."

No Upsampling or Oversampling

Neither upsampling nor oversampling is used. The WDS-1 maintains pure data integrity, transmitting it via a standard high speed USB 2.0 interface operating in asynchronous mode.

The WDS-1 supports 24-Bit/192 kHz high resolution playback from all inputs. The ultra-low jitter USB 2.0 circuitry runs in Asynchronous mode. The S/PDIF interfaces consists of optical, coaxial, and AES/EBU via XLR connection. An input switching button lets you access all digital inputs, and there's a selectable digital filter in Sharp and Slow modes. The VFD display shows inputs, sampling rate, filter, and volume.

High Quality Construction

The high quality construction features include an all-aluminum chassis with no screws visible from any viewing angles, individual power supplies for both digital and analog circuitries, a custom built toroidal power transformer, multi-layer military grade PCBs, and an optional premium aluminum remote control. Individual power supplies are provided for both digital and analog circuitries. All of the above are the result of Woo Audio's extensive focus on vigorous product development and improvements.

The WDS-1 incorporates a digital volume control, which allows for direct connection to any power amplifier, negating the need for a preamplifier. Maximum output can be set at either two or four volts to suit different amplifier/speaker combinations.

The Woo WDS-1 includes a customized driver for Windows Vista/XP/7. USB Audio Class 2.0 is natively supported by Apple OS X version 10.6.4 and above.

Handcrafted and Made in the USA

Woo Audio takes great pride in every component that the company designs and manufactures. All products are handcrafted, and they're made in the USA.

Note: AC power cord and interconnect cables are not included with this model.

Product Features

24-Bit, 192kHz high resolution playback
Ultra-low jitter USB 2.0 runs on Asynchronous mode
S/PDIF interfaces through Optical and Coaxial, and AES/EBU through XLR connection
Inputs: Asynchronous USB2.0, Optical, AES/EBU, Coaxial
Outputs: 1 RCA unbalanced, 1 XLR balanced
Digital volume control allows for direct connection to any power amplifier
VFD monitor display for inputs, sampling rate, filter, and volume
Input switching button for all digital inputs
Selectable digital filter in Sharp and Slow modes
All-aluminum chassis with no screws visible from any viewing angles
Individual power supplies for both digital and analog circuitries
Multi-layer military grade PCBs
Customized driver for Windows Vista/XP/7
USB Audio Class 2.0 is natively supported by Apple OS X version 10.6.4 and above
Hand-crafted in USA

Note: AC power cord and interconnect cables are not included with this model.

Product Specs

Chipset: PCM1795 D/A
Sampling rate: up to 24-Bit, 192 kHz for all inputs
Max output: 2.2vRMS@RCA, 4.4vRMS@XLR
Frequency response: 10Hz to 20kHz, +/-0.5dB
Distortion: <0.002%
S/N: 120dB
Mains supply: 100-120V, 220-240V, 50/60Hz, factory configurable
Finish: Anodized aluminum
Dimension: 9" wide, 3.3" high, 12.6" deep
Weight: 9 lbs.

Product Warranty

Parts & Labor

1 Year

Woo Audio Warranty Information

Product Manual

	Woo Audio WDS1 (DAC) Manual (PDF Format)

"If you still have a large collection of CDs, check out Woo Audio's new WTP-1 CD transport and WDS-1 digital-to-analog converter combination."

"The Woo components have a neutral sound quality, with excellent resolution of fine detail. I listened to a wide variety of music on CD, and the Woos' clarity and resolution were top-rate."

- Steve Guttenberg, CNET.com, April 11, 2012

"I believe that Woo Audio's first attempt at a solid-state DAC offers a beautiful analog-type presentation and allows you to really relax and connect with the music in a very natural way. I don't want to give the impression that the WDS-1 DAC is just euphonic or pleasant to listen to; it also offers excellent resolution/details with dynamics and kick. However, unlike many solid-state DACs at this price point, it also offers rich natural tonality/timbres and image density."

"The WDS-1 DAC alone is a wonderful-sounding DAC that you can drive with your computer. If you still spin Red Book CDs, the addition of the WTP-1 Transport will allow you to enjoy your total music collection at a very high level of sonic performance. I highly recommend you put both the WDS-1 DAC and the WTP-1 Transport on your audition list if you are looking for a new digital front end."

- Terry London, HomeTheaterReview.com, November 13, 2013

"In a word, I was stunned. I thought it would sound good, but I had no idea how good it would sound and it kind of blew my mind."

- Positive Feedback, Issue #61