Digital Audio Player

DP-X1
DP-X1 Digital Audio Player
A Versatile and Powerful Portable
Audio Player and Streaming Device
Onkyo has blazed a trail for Hi-Res audio, from our amplifiers and speakers for home use, to portable
amps, headphones and smartphone apps, to the OnkyoMusic download service. Onkyo now
introduces its first high resolution digital audio player (DAP), the DP-X1. It is the culmination of our
70 years of designing and engineering audio products, and enables hi-res audio and streaming
wherever you go.

• Top Class DAC and Amp, based on Android™ OS.

• Dual ESS Sabre ES9018K2M DACs and Sabre 9601K Amps
• Standard Balanced (BTL) and Active Control Ground (ACG) modes
• 2.5mm 4-pole and 3.5mm 3-pole output
• Audio circuit board (DAC/amp board) separated and isolated from main circuit board (CPU board)
• Closed loop circuit design to limit noise
• Physical buttons for quick access to music playback control with no need to turn on screen
• Support for 432GB of storage (up to 200GB per micro SD slot and 32GB internal storage)
• Based on Android OS with access to Google Play™ over Wi-Fi 1
• Micro USB-B/OTG digital output 2
• Included accessory: Micro USB cable (1.0m) x1, for power and data transfer.
Volume Knob Power
with 161 steps

Next Track / FF*

Play/Pause

Previous Track / REW *

Dual micro SD card

slots (support for up to
200GB SDXC per slot)
* Function
enabled
via free update

4.7” touch panel display

3.5mm headphone jack

(line out mode) Microphone

2.5mm balanced headphone jack Micro USB-B/OTG output

(line out mode) (Power & Data transfer)
Dual DACs and Amps Drive
Many Hi-Res Audio Formats
Listen to your favorite Hi-Res audio formats in high quality audio-based on solid audio design and
high grade circuitry, driven by a class leading DAC and Amp.

Playback support for a wide range of Hi-Res formats

The DP-X1 was designed to support many high fidelity audio formats. Maxing out at 11.2MHz DSD
support, the DP-X1 also supports up to 384kHz/24-bit audio with support for WAV, FLAC, ALAC, AIFF.
With its 2.5mm 4-pole balanced output, 3.5mm 3-pole headphone jack, micro USB-B/OTG digital
output, and wireless playback options, the DP-X1 offers plenty of ways to enjoy music.

Up to DSD 11.2MHz, PCM 384 kHz/24 bit output

OUTPUT DSD playback Hi-Res playback

2.5 mm out
3.5 mm out PCM 384kHz/24bit
PCM 192kHz /24bit
/ line-out mode 384kHz > 192kHz
11.2 / 5.6 / 2.8MHz > 192kHz /24bit
32 bit integer/float > 24bit

Micro USB-B
Digital out 11.2 / 5.6 / 2.8MHz Native PCM 384kHz /24bit
“DoP” / ”Direct” / “PCM” transfer 32 bit integer/float > 24bit

Industry First Support for MQA

MQA* is a revolutionary end-to-end technology that delivers master quality
audio in a file that’s small enough to stream or download. And because
it’s fully authenticated, you can be sure you’re hearing exactly what
the artist approved in the studio.
*Support for MQA format is via free update.

Expanded Storage for Extended Enjoyment

With 32GB of internal storage and dual micro SDXC card slots,
storage can be expanded up to 432GB. And with up to 16
hours of playback time, you can carry an expansive music
library and listen for extended periods of time.
200 GB x 2
(16 hour playback based on 96kHz/24bit unbalanced output)
Dual Class-Leading DAC and Amp Setup

Two ESS Technology Sabre ES9018K2M DACs and two Sabre 9601K amps allow for
extraordinary power and control from a portable device.

+
x2 SABRE DAC
ES9018K2M
x2 Headphone Amp
SABRE 9601K

Symmetrical Twin DAC and Amp Circuit Design

Optimal component placement of the twin DACs and amps for symmetric circuit
design (short, equal distance) yields greater control over balanced signals.

Twin Amps
X2 BTL Balance Drive

3 Drive Types X2 Active Control GND Balance Drive

X1 Unbalanced Drive (low power)

Twin DACs

Noise Isolating Circuit Design

Similar to the build used in audio receivers, the DAC & amp board is separated from the CPU board
to minimize noise and maximize performance. Within the DAC & amp board, the audio circuitry and
switching power are also separated to reduce noise. The DACs & amps have their own capacitors
to provide a clean audio signal with closed loop design that improves audio signal quality for all
audio formats.
separated to reduce noise
Power and audio circuits

Shield parts removed in photos.

Separated and isolated circuit boards

Two Types of Balanced Output
& Realtime DSD Conversion and
Upsampling
Two Types of Balanced Drive
Balanced output via the 2.5mm 4-pole jack supports the more standard balanced (BTL) drive as well
as the more esoteric Active Control Ground (ACG) drive. ACG drive is a different form of balanced
drive where the amp’s cold side actively drives to create an ideally stable GND. Power gains and
increased sound separation increase stability for a clean signal and greater sound clarity, especially
compared to unbalanced drive.
Balance output pin assign
Active Control Ground (ACG) features:
2.5 mm
• Increased S/N ratio, greater spatial dimensionality, and clean sound / 4 pole
• Greater delineation for lower frequencies in HiRes audio
• Overall robust and taut sound

ACG Drive – Increase Stability BTL Drive – Increase Power

Out L (pos) L+ Out L (pos) L+

L ch L ch
SABRE 9610K SABRE 9610K
HP AMP HP AMP

Out L (neg) L0v Out L (neg) L-

Out R (pos) R+ Out R (pos) R+
SABRE 9610K SABRE 9610K
HP AMP HP AMP

R ch R ch
Out R (neg) R0v Out R (neg) R-
Realtime DSD Conversion
Converts all audio (from Hi-Res to compressed) into DSD quality with realtime DSD conversion over
Digital out. The DP-X1 oversamples and pushes bit quantization outside the audible spectrum for
crystal clear signal.

Play Output
DSD 11.2 M DSD 11.2 M
DSD 5.6 M DSD 5.6 M Digital Out
DSD 2.8 M DSD 2.8 M

384 k / 352.8 k 384 k / 352.8 k Digital Out

192 k / 176.4 k 192 k / 176.4 k
96 k / 88.2 k 96 k / 88.2 k Phone Out
48 k / 44.1 k 48 k / 44.1 k on off

Upsampling for Hi-Res Sound Quality

Upsamples up to 384kHz (through Digital out). Enjoy all content upsampled to Hi-Res audio quality.

Play Output
384 k / 352.8 k 384 k / 352.8 k Digital Out

192 k / 176.4 k 192 k / 176.4 k

96 k / 88.2 k 96 k / 88.2 k Phone Out

48 k / 44.1 k 48 k / 44.1 k
*digital output will be multiples of integers

Quick Selection of Playback

Select Balance output, Realtime DSD conversion, and upsampling easily, even during playback.

Player Widget

Balance Drive
Selector

Playback (Music Music Player Line Out

player)
Fine Tuning Controls for a
Supreme Listening Experience
Lock Range Adjust Eliminates Jitter Noise
Adjust the 7-position lock range to limit jitter noise, improving S/N ratio.

Narrowing the lock

range will dampen jitter
noise’s effect on sound.
Normal Narrow Normal

Digital Filters Adjust Sound Characteristics

SHARP, SLOW, SHORT digital filters adjust sound characteristics on the fly.

SHARP SLOW SHORT

Improves linear startup of Improves response, particularly This standard filter keeps the
sound, bringing the sound for stringed instruments, allowing sound characteristic neutral.
forward. for softer resonance and natural
sound.

High Precision EQ-HD Featured EQ

With up to 16,384 discrete bands to adjust and Experience sound presets
the ability to save up to 1,000 EQ profiles, the created by professional
linear-phase FIR equalizer offers high definition musicians.
equalization with zero loss in audio quality.
Stand Alone Mode For a Pure Audio Experience
In Stand Alone Mode, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth® and the display, which are sources that can create digital
noise, are turned off. During Stand Alone Mode, use the physical volume knob and playback buttons
to control your music.

Manage Music Easily with “X-DAP Link”

Manage and transfer your non-DRM protected music to the DP-X1. X-DAP Link searches your
music libraries, including music purchased from other services, and transfers the song and related
metadata to the selected storage location on the DP-X1.
For Windows only

Internal Storage SD Slot 1 SD Slot 2 Internal storage

X-DAP Link supports
Windows 7,8,10 (32 /64 bit)
(as of December 2015)
Intuitive Interface, Wireless Playback
and Limitless Entertainment
Android OS with intuitive GUI design.
Built on Android 5.1.1, with a fast quad core 2.2GHz CPU and 2GB RAM, the DP-X1 easily supports
powerful DSP, the latest apps and is fully customizable.

Large, Easy-to-Use Touch Screen

The DP-X1 features a 4.7” (1280 x 720) screen size many smartphone users
have become accustomed to. The capacitive touch display allows
for intuitive use of flicks, taps and scrolling gestures. All icons, physical
buttons and knobs are positioned with one handed operation in mind.
Playback control in the music player supports flick gestures for track
advancing, and tapping the progress circle allows for direct control of
track positioning.

Organize Home Screens Access to Google Play

Just like a typical Go beyond just a music player. Shop Google
smartphone, arranging Play to add your favorite streaming apps such
home screens and icons as Tidal or Pandora, video services, games,
to your preference is as and more. More than a music player, the DP-
simple as drag and drop. X1 is a limitless entertainment player.
Direct Download From OnkyoMusic
OnkyoMusic download service offers the latest music releases and remastered albums in hi-res for
beyond-CD quality audio. Install the OnkyoMusic app to purchase and download directly within
the player over Wi-Fi – no need to sync with a home computer.

Access OnkyoMusic Purchase music directly Download songs

via “useful apps” from OnkyoMusic from within the app

Stream Audio to Another System

Wi-Fi Direct (Play Thru, via free update) enables the DP-X1 to stream audio wirelessly to other devices.
The Onkyo Remote App facilitates wireless streaming to an Onkyo system, and allows you to use the
DP-X1 as a remote controller, too. In addition to streaming over Wi-Fi, aptX makes high quality audio
possible over Bluetooth.
 Model number DP-X1
OS Android 5.1.1
Display 4.7 inch/11.94 cm (1280 x 720) capacitive touch screen
Internal memory 32GB (including system area)
Expansion memory MicroSD (SDXC) slot x2 (200GB Max per slot)
Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (Wi-Fi Direct/WPS)
Bluetooth® Profiles: A2DP/AVRCP/HSP/OPP/HID/PAN
Codecs: SBC/aptX
Supported audio formats DSD (DSF/DSDIFF)/FLAC/ALAC/WAV/AIFF/Ogg-Vorbis/MP3/AAC/MQA (via free update)
Sampling Frequency and bit rate 44.1 kHz/48 kHz/88.2 kHz/96 kHz/176.4 kHz/192 kHz/352.8 kHz/384 kHz 16 bit/24 bit
(32 bit float/integer will convert to 24 bit)
2.8 MHz/5.6 MHz/11.2 MHz (1 bit) PCM conversion
Supported playlist formats M3U/PLS/WPL
Supported video formats H.263/H.264 AVC/H.265 HEVC/MPEG-4 SP/VP8/VP9
Supported picture formats JPEG/GIF/PNG/BMP/WebP
Max. output power 75 mW + 75 mW (Unbalanced/ 32 Ω)
150 mW + 150 mW (Balanced/ 32 Ω)
THD Less than 0.006%
Sensitivity Greater than 115dB
Frequency Response 20 Hz - 80,000 Hz
Impedance Unbalanced: 16 - 300 Ω/Balanced: 32 - 600 Ω
Input terminal 2.5 mm 4 pole headphone output (pin assign from tip R- R+/L+ L-)
3.5 mm headphone output (w/LINE OUT mode)
Micro USB-B/OTG output (Power & Data transfer)
Gain setting Low/Normal/High
Playback Approx 16 hours (96 kHz/24 bit,FLAC Unbalanced playback)
Dimensions (H×W×D) mm 129.0 × 75.9 × 12.7 mm
weight 203g
1
Wi-Fi access required for data transmission.
2
On The Go operation requires a separately sold micro USB cable.
Due to a policy of continuous product improvement, Onkyo reserves the right to change specifications and appearance without notice.
All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective holders.
Apps that require GPS, Camera, Gyroscope sensors may not operate properly | Android, Google Play, YouTube are registered trademarks
of Google, Inc. | ESS SABRE is a registered trademark of ESS Technology, Inc. | Bluetooth® wordmark and logo are registered trademarks of
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. | aptX® mark and logo are registered trademarks of CSR, plc. | DSD, Direct Stream Digital and DSD logo are registered
trademarks of Sony Corporation. | MQA, Master Quality Authenticated is a registered trademark of MQA Limited. | Other Trademarks and
trade names are the property of their respective owners | On screen graphics are images. Specifications and actual images may change

The product with this logo has been designed to maximize the sound performance of High Resolution Audio.*
*High-resolution audio generally refers to music data with a volume of information exceeding that of CDs.

For more information, please visit: www.eu.onkyo.com