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xDuoo XD-05 Basic2 DAC/Amp

Sale price$299.00 USD

Portable power. Flexible formats. Plug in and play anywhere.

The xDuoo XD05 Basic2 is a compact, do-it-all DAC and headphone amp for listeners who split their time between home, work, and everywhere in between. It’s made for people who want the flexibility to run wired or wireless, desktop or portable, without sacrificing sound quality. With 750mW of output power, Bluetooth 5.4, digital volume, and user-swappable op-amps, it gives you the tools to drive demanding headphones, tweak the tuning, and travel light.

Desktop or backpack? Both.

The XD05 Basic2 runs on battery or DC power, making it just as capable on your desk as in your bag. Plug it into the wall for extended listening and stronger drive power—or go wireless when you’re on the move. 

750 milliwatts per channel with low distortion

With up to 750mW of output per channel and high/low gain settings, the Basic2 handles everything from IEMs to full-size headphones. 

PCM, DSD, and MQA support

The Basic2 handles PCM at 384kHz, DSD256, and fully unfolded MQA files. The internal CS43131 DAC chip is capable of decoding up to 32-bit audio while preserving subtle detail, clarity, and dynamics.

LE Audio Bluetooth 5.4

The latest generation of Bluetooth—LE Audio 5.4—means faster transmission, lower latency, and improved sound. It supports both new and traditional formats like LC3, LDAC, aptX Lossless, and more.

124dB SNR

With a signal-to-noise ratio of 124dB, the Basic2 gives you a pitch black background. Musical details stand out clearly, with no hum, hiss, or noise.

Digital volume done right

Digital volume control eliminates the common issue of channel imbalance at low volumes. With 99 levels to dial in, you can get the exact right volume for sensitive IEMs or demanding full-size headphones without channel mismatch.

Onboard EQ and bass boost

Need more impact during movies or bass-forward tracks? Flip on the +6dB bass boost to give your headphones extra low-end energy. It’s easy to toggle in the settings and just as easy to turn off when you don’t need it.

Swap the op-amp

The op-amp chip is socketed and replaceable—no soldering required. Try different op-amps to tune the sound to your liking.

Portable, compact, and road-ready

Roughly the size of a paperback and weighing under 1lb, the XD05 Basic2 fits into most bags and backpacks with ease. Use it at home, at work, on a plane, or in a hotel room.

Product highlights

  • 750mW per channel output power
  • Supports PCM 32bit/384kHz, DSD256, and MQA 8x
  • Bluetooth 5.4 LE Audio with LC3, aptX, LDAC, and more
  • 124dB SNR and THD+N as low as 0.0006%
  • Runs on battery or DC power
  • Replaceable op-amp chip
  • High/low gain toggle
  • Digital volume with 99-step precision
  • Selectable bass boost (+6dB)
  • Nichicon and ELNA audio-grade capacitors
  • Compatible with Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, and iOS

Specs

  • Battery
    • 3.7V / 3000mAh
    • Battery life: 11 hours (USB In), 15 hours (Bluetooth In)
    • Charging time: 3 hours (fast), 5 hours (slow)
  • DAC & formats
    • DAC chip: CS43131
    • PCM: 16–32bit / 44.1kHz–384kHz
    • DSD: DSD64–256
    • MQA: 8x unfolding
  • Bluetooth
    • LE Audio: LC3, aptX Lite, aptX_AD
    • Classic: SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX_HD, aptX_Adaptive, aptX_Lossless, LDAC
  • Outputs
    • Headphone out: 750mW @ 32Ω, THD+N 0.0006% @1kHz, SNR 124dB, Crosstalk ≥74dB
    • AUX out: 2.0Vrms, THD+N 0.0003% @1kHz, SNR 124dB, Crosstalk ≥107dB
  • Other
    • Gain: +0dB / +6dB
    • Bass: 0dB / +6dB
    • Frequency response (USB/BT): 20Hz–20kHz (±0.5dB)
    • Frequency response (Amp): 10Hz–80kHz (±0.5dB)
    • OLED screen: 0.91"
    • Dimensions: 5.5" x 2.95" x 0.9" (13.9 x 7.5 x 2.3cm)
    • Weight: 0.66lbs (0.30kg) 

XD05 Basic2 vs. XD05 Basic

See how the Basic2 compares to the original model:

  • DAC Chip
    • Basic2: Cirrus Logic CS43131 (better THD, higher SNR)
    • Basic: ESS ES9018K2M
  • Output Power
    • Basic2: 750mW @ 32Ω
    • Basic: 500mW @ 32Ω
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR)
    • Basic2: 124dB
    • Basic: 115dB
  • THD+N
    • Basic2: 0.0006%
    • Basic: 0.0025% (USB)
  • Bluetooth Support
    • Basic2: Yes — Bluetooth 5.4 LE Audio, aptX, LDAC, LC3, etc.
    • Basic: No Bluetooth support
  • Op-amp Swappability
    • Basic2: Yes — tool-free op-amp replacement
    • Basic: Fixed op-amp (non-user-swappable)
  • Digital Volume Control
    • Basic2: Yes — 99-step digital volume for improved balance
    • Basic: Analog volume control (subject to channel imbalance at low volume)
  • Bass Boost
    • Basic2: Yes — menu-selectable +6dB
    • Basic: Yes — front panel switch +6dB
  • Gain Levels
    • Basic2: +0dB / +6dB
    • Basic: +6dB / +9dB / +16dB
  • Power Supply
    • Basic2: Battery or DC external power (desktop/portable switch)
    • Basic: Battery-powered only
  • Battery Capacity
    • Basic2: 3000mAh
    • Basic: 4000mAh
  • Battery Life
    • Basic2: 11H (USB), 15H (BT)
    • Basic: Up to 16H (AUX)
  • Weight
    • Basic2: 0.66lbs (0.30kg)
    • Basic: 0.59lbs (0.268kg)
  • Inputs
    • Basic2: USB-C, Bluetooth
    • Basic: USB-C, optical, coaxial, AUX
  • Materials
    • Basic2: Audio-grade components from Nichicon and ELNA
    • Basic: Not specified

What’s included

  • xDuoo XD05 Basic2
  • USB-C to USB-C cable
  • USB-C to USB-A adapter
  • 3.5mm to 3.5mm AUX cable
  • Rubber feet
  • Instruction manual
  • Warranty card
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xDuoo XD-05 Basic2 DAC/Amp Sale price$299.00 USD

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