Rotel DX-3 Headphone Amplifier Black

DX-3 Headphone Amplifier with DAC – Fully balanced performance and high-resolution audio

The DX-3 is an advanced headphone amplifier with an integrated DAC, designed for audiophiles seeking maximum sound quality in both headphones and speaker systems. With a fully balanced design, powerful Class A amplification, and support for high-resolution audio formats, it delivers a precise and dynamic listening experience.

Key Features

Fully balanced headphone amplifier (Class A)
ESS Sabre ES9028PRO DAC (32-bit/768 kHz)
PC-USB up to 32-bit/384 kHz
Coaxial/optical input up to 24-bit/192 kHz
Bluetooth with aptX HD and AAC
Roon Tested certified
XLR outputs (balanced)
AUX RCA input

Power and Performance

Single-ended (6.35 mm):
765 mW (16 Ω)
383 mW (32 Ω)
41 mW (300 Ω)

Balanced (4.4 mm):
2.8 W (16 Ω)
1.4 W (32 Ω)
150 mW (300 Ω)

Total harmonic distortion:
Single-ended: < 0.008%
Balanced: < 0.004%

Signal-to-noise ratio:
Single-ended: > 100 dB
Balanced: > 110 dB
Digital: > 112 dB
Analog: > 107 dB

Frequency response:
Headphones: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0 / -0.2 dB)
Digital: 10 Hz – 20 kHz (+0 / -0.5 dB)
Analog: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0 / -0.4 dB)

Advanced Construction

Fully balanced circuit design
Low-noise toroidal transformer
Discrete components in analog filtering
High-quality capacitors

Connections and Compatibility

PC-USB (USB Audio Class 2)
Coaxial and optical digital inputs
Bluetooth wireless connection
AUX RCA input
Balanced XLR outputs
Support for DSD up to 11.2 M and DoP up to 5.6 M

Headphone Adaptation

Recommended impedance: 16–300 Ω
Gain modes: 0 dB, -6 dB, -12 dB
Output impedance:
Single-ended: < 0.3 Ω
Balanced: < 0.6 Ω

Design and use

Full-color graphic display
Front panel with intuitive controls
Aluminum remote control

Dimensions and weight

Width: 215 mm
Height: 73 mm
Depth: 247 mm
Weight: 3.2 kg

Power and consumption

Power supply: 230 V, 50 Hz
Power consumption: 30 W
Standby: < 0.5 W

A complete solution for a personalized audio experience

The DX-3 combines a high-resolution DAC, powerful headphone amplification, and flexible connectivity in an elegant and compact design—perfect for both private listening and integration with active speakers.