The XDP-300R supports many high res audio formats including DSD (up to 11.2MHz) and FLAC/WAV (24bit/384kHz) files. Featuring technology usually reserved for high-end audio products, Pioneer say the XDP-300R best audio player they could build. Like the existing XDP-100R, this model is one of the first products in the world to support the new MQA format. The XDP-300R builds on the credentials of the XDP-100R by adding dual ESS DACs alongside a fully balanced pre-amp circuit. Taking further advantage of these added capabilities, a dedicated balanced headphone output has also been added to ensure the “finest performance possible with suitably equipped headphones”.

XDP-300R features:

• Freedom of Google Play
• Access to Google Play opens the capabilities of XDP-300R beyond what’s built in, like streaming music, video, and games. (Deezer, Spotify, TIDAL are included among “Useful Apps” tab)
• Multiple connectivity methods with high quality audio outputs and wireless functionality
• Digital output through Micro USB/OTG support allows for both high quality output via the headphone jack and peripheral connections.
• 3.5mm stereo mini output (w/Line out mode)
• 2.5mm balanced headphone output
• Micro USB/OTG digital output supports up to DSD 11.2MHz and 24bit/384kHz (DoP/Direct Transfer/PCM conversion)
• Wireless high res audio with Apt-X support via Bluetooth
• “Play Thru” function supports WiFi, WiFi Direct playback up to 24bit/192kHz (via free update)
• Playback support of up to DSD 11.2MHz, 24bit/384kHz bit FLAC/WAV files
• Industry first support of MQA lossless format
• Support for over 500GB (32GB internal + dual microSD)
• Direct download of music from OnkyoMusic service without the need of a PC
• 6 built in sound adjustment (Lock range adjust, digital filter, up sampling to 384kHz, Realtime DSD conversion to 5.6MHz, High Precision EQ, Club Sound Boost)
• Innovative new GUI with quick access to frequently used playlists and EQ setting directly above and below the play screen accessible with the flick of a finger and physical buttons for all transport controls for ‘no look’ operation.
• Easy music file transfers from your PC to the player via X-DAP link or drag and drop
• Volume knob with 161 step positions for fine granular control
• Rigid machined aluminium body design

Available in late October, the Pioneer XDP-300R is available in black or silver with a UK SRP of £599.99