SABRE Audiophile DACs 
Widely recognized as the gold standard in audio digital-to-analog converter (DAC) technology, ESS PRO SABRE DACs set a new standard for a truly immersive, high-resolution audio experience. With readily available high-resolution, users are looking for equipment that fulfills the promise of a sound experience matching the artist’s original performance. PRO SABRE DACs deliver on that promise enabling the highest quality sound possible, regardless of file format or device.
SABRE DACs have consistently been selected for award-winning devices from the world’s leading audiophile system providers. ESS SABRE PRO DACs are designed for premium home theater equipment including Blu-ray players, preamplifiers, all-in-one A/V receivers, and more. Studio environments can also leverage the ES9039PRO SABRE DAC’s industry-leading performance for professional audio workstations and other equipment.
SABRE Two-Channel DACs are designed specifically for low-power applications that still demand audiophile performance. They are recognized for providing unprecedented levels of performance with ultra-low power consumption making them ideal for products such as high-resolution digital music players. SABRE Two-Channel DACs end the need to sacrifice a high-quality listening experience for portability and convenience.
8 Channel DAC Recommendation for New Designs
Highest Performance: ES9039PRO/39MPRO, ES9027PRO
Medium/High Performance: ES9081, ES9082, ES9017
SMART Devices (w/ASP2): ES9082
ESS SABRE 8-channel DACs
| Product Name | Product Status | Newer Product Version | Datasheet/ Product Brief | DNR per Channel | DNR in Stereo Mode | THD+N | Package | Modulator | DAC Output Resistance | Hardware Mode | TDM Mode | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ES9081 |  | Datasheet | 120dB | 127dB | -108dB | 40-QFN | Hyperstream IV | NA | NO | YES | Pin Compatible to ES9080Q. True DNR, 2Vrms w/ Line Drivers | |
| ES9082 | | Datasheet | 120dB | 127dB | -108dB | 48-QFN | Hyperstream IV | NA | YES | YES | ASP2 and SIS tool algorithm customization | |
| ES9017 | Active | Datasheet | 120dB | 124dB | -110dB | 48-LQFP/ QFN | Hyperstream IV | 1563Ω | YES | YES | Pin/footprint compatible ES9027PRO | |
| ES9080 | Active | ES9081 | Datasheet | 120dB | 124dB | -108dB | 40-QFN | Hyperstream II | NA | NO | YES | 2Vrms output with 8Ch line drivers |
| ES9018 | Legacy | ES9039PRO | Datasheet | 129dB | 133dB | -120dB | 64-LQFP | Hyperstream | - | NO | NO | |
| SABRE9006A | Legacy | ES9017 | Datasheet | 120dB | - | -102dB | 48-LQFP | NA | - | NO | NO | |
| ES9039PRO | Active | Datasheet | 132dB | 138dB | -122dB | 64-TQFP | Quad, Hyperstream IV | 195Ω | YES | YES | MQA renderer option | |
| ES9038PRO | Active | ES9039PRO | Datasheet | 132dB | 138dB | -122dB | 64-TQFP | Hyperstream II | 202Ω | NO | NO | |
| ES9028PRO | Active | ES9039PRO | Datasheet | 129dB | 133dB | -120dB | 64-TQFP | Hyperstream II | 806Ω | NO | NO | |
| ES9027PRO | Active | Datasheet | 124dB | 128dB | -114dB | 48-TQFP/ QFN | Dual, Hyperstream IV | 760Ω | YES | YES | Pin/footprint compatible ES9017 | |
| ES9026PRO | Legacy | ES9027PRO | Datasheet | 124dB | - | -113dB | 48-LQFP | Hyperstream II | 806Ω | NO | NO |
2 Channel DAC Recommendation for New Designs
Highest Performance: ES9039Q2M, ES9069
Medium/High Performance: ES9020, ES9033
ESS SABRE 2-Channel DACs
| Product Name | Part Status | New Product Version | Datasheet/ Product Brief | DNR per Channel | DNR in Stereo Mode | THD+N | Package | Modulator | DAC Output Resistance | Hardware Mode | TDM Mode | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ES9020 | | Datasheet | 122dB | 122dB | -110dB | 28-QFN | Hyperstream IV | 1050Ω | YES | YES | APLL | |
| ES9039Q2M | Active | Datasheet | 130dB | 130dB | -120dB | 32-QFN | Hyperstream IV | 390Ω | YES | YES | ||
| ES9038Q2M | Active | ES9039Q2M | Datasheet | 129dB | 129dB | -120dB | 30-QFN | Hyperstream II | 774Ω | NO | NO | |
| ES9028Q2M | Legacy | ES9039Q2M | Datasheet | 129dB | 129dB | -120dB | 32-QFN | Hyperstream | 403Ω | NO | NO | |
| ES9018K2M | Legacy | ES9039Q2M / ES9020 | Datasheet | 127dB | 127dB | -120dB | 28-QFN | Hyperstream | 806Ω | NO | NO | |
| ES9016K2M | Legacy | ES9020 | Datasheet | 122dB | 122dB | -110dB | 28-QFN | Hyperstream | 806Ω | NO | NO | |
| ES9010K2M | Legacy | ES9020 | Datasheet | 116dB | 116dB | -106dB | 28-QFN | Hyperstream | 806Ω | NO | NO | |
| ES9069 | Active | Datasheet | 130dB | 130dB | -120dB | 32-QFN | Hyperstream IV | 390Ω | YES | YES | MQA Renderer | |
| ES9068AS | Legacy | ES9069 | Product Brief | 129dB | 129dB | -120dB | 64-LQFP | Hyperstream II | 781Ω | NO | NO | With Mic ADC & MQA Renderer |
| ES9033Q | Active | Datasheet | 122dB | 122dB | -108dB | 28-QFN | Hyperstream II | NA | YES | YES | 2Vrms output with line drivers | |
| ES9023P | Legacy | ES9033 | Datasheet | 112dB | 112dB | -94dB | 16-SOP | Hyperstream | NA | NO | NO | 2Vrms output with line drivers |