HiFiMAN Goldenwave SERENADE WiFi Desktop Streaming DAC/Amp
HiFiMAN Goldenwave SERENADE WiFi Desktop Streaming DAC/Amp
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The HIFIMAN GoldenWave Serenade WiFi is a reference-grade, desktop Class-A headphone amplifier, R2R DAC, and network streamer. Engineered around HIFIMAN's proprietary HYMALAYA PRO R2R DAC array and an FPGA architecture, the Serenade WiFi delivers smooth, ultra-linear decoding up to PCM 768kHz and native DSD512.
Its fully discrete, capacitor-free Class-A amplification stage is powered by a high-purity 50W toroidal transformer and a 30,000 µF filter capacitor array, ensuring massive current reserves with virtually zero power line noise. Delivering up to 4000mW at 32Ω in balanced output, the Serenade WiFi effortlessly drives demanding planar magnetic headphones while integrating Wi-Fi and LAN network streaming for lossless wireless listening.
KEY FEATURES & PROPRIETARY TECHNOLOGIES
- HYMALAYA PRO R2R DAC Architecture: Built with 0.01% precision resistors and FPGA algorithms to eliminate zero-crossing distortion, delivering organic tonality with ultra-low THD (0.0015%).
- High-Power Class-A Discrete Amp Stage: Fully discrete transistor amplifier topology derived from HIFIMAN's flagship Prelude amplifier for rich, dynamic sound with massive driving authority.
- Capacitor-Free Signal Path: Eliminates coupling capacitors in the audio path, removing non-linear distortion caused by electrolytic components for pure, full-range transparency.
- Integrated Wi-Fi & LAN Streaming: Network streamer supporting local NAS drives, wireless streaming apps, AirPlay, and high-bitrate streaming over LAN/Wi-Fi up to PCM 768kHz and DSD512.
- 50W Toroidal Power Architecture: Oxygen-free copper wire toroidal transformer paired with a 30,000 µF capacitor bank and multi-stage voltage regulators for ultra-clean DC power.
- Versatile Front & Rear I/O: Features 4.4mm balanced, 4-pin XLR balanced, and 6.35mm single-ended headphone jacks alongside rear XLR and RCA pre-out/line-out connections.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Category | Desktop Streaming R2R DAC / Class-A Headphone Amplifier |
| Brand / Series | HIFIMAN GoldenWave Series |
| Model Name | Serenade WiFi |
| DAC Architecture | HYMALAYA PRO Ladder R2R DAC (FPGA-driven with 0.01% precision resistors) |
| Amplifier Circuit Topology | Fully Discrete Class-A Transistor Amplifier |
| Power Supply System | 50W Toroidal Transformer with ~30,000 µF Filter Capacitors |
| Headphone Outputs | 1 x 4.4mm Balanced, 1 x 4-Pin XLR Balanced, 1 x 6.35mm (1/4") Single-Ended |
| Rear Line Outputs | 1 x L/R Stereo XLR 3-Pin Balanced, 1 x L/R Stereo RCA Single-Ended |
| Analog Inputs | 1 x L/R Stereo RCA Analog Input |
| Digital Inputs | Coaxial S/PDIF, TOSLink Optical, USB-B, LAN Ethernet / Wi-Fi |
| Digital Format Support |
Coaxial / Optical: PCM up to 32-bit/192kHz, DSD DoP64 USB-B: PCM up to 32-bit/384kHz, DSD64–DSD256 LAN / Wi-Fi: PCM 44.1kHz–768kHz, Native DSD64–DSD512 |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.1 dB) |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD+N) | 0.0015% (-3 dBFS @ 1 kHz) |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) | -110 dB (0 dBFS @ 1 kHz) |
| Channel Separation | -120 dB (0 dBFS @ 1 kHz) |
| DAC Output Level | 4.5 Vrms (XLR Balanced) | 2.2 Vrms (RCA Single-Ended) @ 0 dBFS |
| Balanced Headphone Output Power | 4000 mW @ 32 Ω | 760 mW @ 300 Ω (THD+N < 0.07% @ 1 kHz) |
| Single-Ended Headphone Output Power | 2800 mW @ 32 Ω | 510 mW @ 300 Ω (THD+N < 0.07% @ 1 kHz) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 11.8" x 2.0" x 10.0" (300 x 50 x 255 mm) |
| Weight | 8.6 lbs (3.9 kg) |
| Package Contents | Serenade WiFi DAC/Amp Unit, AC Power Cable, USB-B Cable, Wi-Fi Antenna, User Manual |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 1 Year HIFIMAN Factory Warranty |
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