--- product_id: 1168113 title: "Wadia 121 Decoding Computer Digital to Analog Converter" brand: "wadia" price: "€ 1957.47" currency: EUR in_stock: false reviews_count: 6 url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/1168113-wadia-121-decoding-computer-digital-to-analog-converter store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # Wadia 121 Decoding Computer Digital to Analog Converter **Brand:** wadia **Price:** € 1957.47 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Wadia 121 Decoding Computer Digital to Analog Converter by wadia - **How much does it cost?** € 1957.47 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/1168113-wadia-121-decoding-computer-digital-to-analog-converter) ## Best For - wadia enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted wadia brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Wadia's newest digital statementThe Wadia 121 decoding computer is a high performance DAC/digital preamplifier with a complete set of digital inputs, balanced analog outputs, digital volume control, and a headphone output section. Just connect your iTransport, Computer, Streaming Audio source, or any other digital source and experience exceptional audiophile quality sound.Audio signals are processed using Wadia's DigiMaster patented up sampling and filtering technology. The Wadia 121decoding computer also features a clock linked asynchronous USB input for jitter free playback of music from your computer. All inputs including USB accept up to 24-bit/192kHz input data rates. The Wadia 121decoding computer provides true balanced and single ended analog outputs. An exceptional headphone amplifier section delivers an unsurpassed personal listening experience.Features32-bit/1.4MHz up sampling using Wadia's proprietary DigiMaster algorithm and filtering technologyAll inputs accept up to 24-bit/192kHz input data ratesAsynchronous USB inputWadia DirectConnect analog output with 32-bit Digital Volume ControlDigital Inputs: AES/EBU (XLR), Coaxial (RCA & BNC), Toslink Optical, USB BAnalog Outputs: one pair balanced (XLR), one pair unbalanced (RCA)Analog output levels are fully adjustable to match system sensitivitySingle ended and balanced analog outputs can be used simultaneouslyHeadphone output stage utilizes SwiftCurrent technology and dedicated output amplifiers to drive almost any headphoneFull featured aluminum IR remote control Tags: WADIA,121 DECODING COMPUTER, DAC Review: Lovely DAC! - During the past year I've had several DAC's in my system. This includes an HRT Streamer II. The Moon Audio 100 and 300 and the REGA DAC. With the WADIA recently introduced into my system I've had more listening pleasure than any time in recent memory. I'm using it as a DAC/Preamp. The well made, substantial feeling remote offers great convenience, including volume control, mute, mode and input switching. Well recorded high resolution digital music sounds fabulous with the WADIA. Excellent soundstage, resolution and highly musical. No harshness at all. If you are in the market for a new DAC in this price range do yourself a favor and audition the Wadia. The Wadia supports up to 24/192 on all inputs with no driver required on recent Mac OSx releases. I'm using the USB input in accordance with WADIA recommendations. My system flow; Netgear READYNAS SAN (Music Library, FLAC & AIFF) > Mac Mini (Music Server) > Wadia 121 (DAC) > Classe DR10 (Amp) > Focal 1007BE (Speakers). The music player in use is Audirvana Beta in integer mode. Update: 7/27/2012 Although I very much enjoyed the sound and performance of this DAC I returned it because I never received a response from Wadia either from several emails to differing departments and a phone call. Abysmal customer support. I will not have a relationship with a company that ignores their customers inquiries. Unfortunate because it really is a lovely, full featured DAC. Review: Just The Upgrade I Needed - Very good product at a great price. This product replaced a line drive (passive preamp), and a Wadia CD player at my vacation home. It's connected to an amp, with inputs -- Apple TV (works nicely with iTunes Match) and Directv. Very nice clicker that controls inputs / volume. Sound quality and functionality is excellent at a reasonable price -- particularly for Wadia. Wadia makes good stuff -- have one of their processors in my primary home that's 25 years old, and working great. Price of this functionality has come down dramatically. Sold my old components on eBay -- very quickly at great prices. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B007QUVFM4 | | Brand | Wadia | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (6) | | Date First Available | April 2, 2012 | | Interface Type | Coaxial, USB | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 4.9 pounds | | Item model number | 121Decoding Computer | | Manufacturer | Wadia | | Material | Copper | | Mounting Type | Usb | | Package Dimensions | 12.6 x 9.9 x 3.2 inches | | UPC | 610373692087 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Wadia - **Interface Type:** Coaxial, USB - **Material:** Copper - **Mounting Type:** Usb - **UPC:** 610373692087 ## Images ![Wadia 121 Decoding Computer Digital to Analog Converter - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/212fHiE6N5L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Was the problem measured by Stereophile corrected? Via inputs except AES/EBU, there's abnormal distortion and noise with 24 bit source. See Fig 4, 5.** A: I don't know specifically about the issue Stereophile reported, but I have this Wadia 121 DAC, using exclusively the USB input, and it's performed flawlessly. Absolutely nothing resembling any kind of distortion. I bought it April 2013I'm using the Wadia 121 DAC with Bryston B-135 SST amp and KEF R300 speakers. **Q: Hi there i am looking for 2 dac ( wadia - 121 and ps audio nuwave ). which one is better dac for beyerdynamic t1 headphone? thanks** A: Try headfi.org. There is tons of info there. **Q: Is it iPhone compatible?** A: If you have a device that can access the digital output of the iphone. Wadia had a Apple docking device, you might find one around new or used. **Q: Can it be used with Windows 8.1 usb port ?** A: You have to run it in windows 7 compatibility mode while installing. Post that everything works fine. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lovely DAC! *by M***O on July 3, 2012* During the past year I've had several DAC's in my system. This includes an HRT Streamer II. The Moon Audio 100 and 300 and the REGA DAC. With the WADIA recently introduced into my system I've had more listening pleasure than any time in recent memory. I'm using it as a DAC/Preamp. The well made, substantial feeling remote offers great convenience, including volume control, mute, mode and input switching. Well recorded high resolution digital music sounds fabulous with the WADIA. Excellent soundstage, resolution and highly musical. No harshness at all. If you are in the market for a new DAC in this price range do yourself a favor and audition the Wadia. The Wadia supports up to 24/192 on all inputs with no driver required on recent Mac OSx releases. I'm using the USB input in accordance with WADIA recommendations. My system flow; Netgear READYNAS SAN (Music Library, FLAC & AIFF) > Mac Mini (Music Server) > Wadia 121 (DAC) > Classe DR10 (Amp) > Focal 1007BE (Speakers). The music player in use is Audirvana Beta in integer mode. Update: 7/27/2012 Although I very much enjoyed the sound and performance of this DAC I returned it because I never received a response from Wadia either from several emails to differing departments and a phone call. Abysmal customer support. I will not have a relationship with a company that ignores their customers inquiries. Unfortunate because it really is a lovely, full featured DAC. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Just The Upgrade I Needed *by G***H on February 27, 2015* Very good product at a great price. This product replaced a line drive (passive preamp), and a Wadia CD player at my vacation home. It's connected to an amp, with inputs -- Apple TV (works nicely with iTunes Match) and Directv. Very nice clicker that controls inputs / volume. Sound quality and functionality is excellent at a reasonable price -- particularly for Wadia. Wadia makes good stuff -- have one of their processors in my primary home that's 25 years old, and working great. Price of this functionality has come down dramatically. Sold my old components on eBay -- very quickly at great prices. ### ⭐⭐⭐ Wadia 121 Sounds Great but does not have a USB Windows 8 driver *by A***R on May 7, 2013* This DAC has great sound and I would have rated it a five star if only Wadia had included a Windows 8 USB driver for it. They don't have one but conveniently do not tell the customers of that flaw until after you have purchased it and try to use the USB input with a computer that has Windows 8 installed. They simply state that they are working on the driver and expect to release it soon. I returned mine since I could not use it with my Windows 8 computer. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/1168113-wadia-121-decoding-computer-digital-to-analog-converter](https://www.desertcart.be/products/1168113-wadia-121-decoding-computer-digital-to-analog-converter) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-05-18*