P5 DSP Ultra Technical Specs
DSP ChipADAU1463 x 3PCS
DAC Chip2 x ESS9083Pro w/ 7 DAC Filter Settings
ADC Chip2 x AK5558VN
OpampProprietary
CapacitorsHigh Temperature for High Reliability to 105°C electrolytics and WIMA film Caps
Music FormatsHiRes: DFF / DSF / DSD Up to 256 Hi Res Uncompressed: WAV / FLAC / APE / AIFF / AIF Compressed: MP3 / AAC / OGG / WMA
Music InputsUSB Host x 3 1 x USB-DAC (to 192/32bit) Opt. and Coax (to 192/24bit BT 5.0 aptX HD/AAC/SBC
Control InputsBT Wireless Remote Wi-Fi Mobile App Wired IPS Panel Controller included
PC ConnectionUSB B
Processing Functions (See delay below)Crossover Frequency: 20Hz ~ 20kHz @ 1dB steps, Master Gain: 0 ~ 60dB, Channel gains: -20dB ~ +5dB Polarity: Phase Reversal 0 or 180, EQ filters Q 0.5 ~ 15 @ 0.1 steps, Input Mixer, Three Linking Functions: Volume Linking- Absolute or Relative, EQ Linking – Relative or Absolute, Crossover Linking – With EQ link on, Freq Link button will link crossovers
Delay0 ~ 20ms / 0.005ms Steps
Output EQEQ bands: All Channels 31 @ ± 15dB in 0.1dB Steps, Filter Functions: Peak / High Shelf / Low Shelf / 1st order All Pass/ 2nd Order All Pass
CrossoverButterworth & Bessel: 6, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42, 48dB / Linkwitz: 12, 24, 36dB
XO Phase RotationVariable Phase shift at HP and LP filters from 0° ~ 359°
Inputs16 x Hi / 2 x RCA/Opt./Coax/USB-DAC
Input EQEQ bands: All Channels 5 bands @ ± 15dB in 0.1dB Steps Filter Functions: Peak / High Shelf / Low Shelf / 1st order All Pass/ 2nd Order All Pass Input Delay: 0 ~ 10ms in 0.02 Steps
Frequency Resp:10Hz ~ 80kHz
Operating Voltage11v-16v
Input Sens (V) RCA
Input Sens (V) Hi
RCA Out Voltage16 x 6V
RCA Out SpecsTHD+Noise 0.00018 S/N >125
Amp Outputs | THD+Noise 100dBN/A
Dimensions (mm)303 x 231 x 50
Start-Stop readyYes
EPS (Intelligent High-Level Input-Error Protection System)Yes
FinishBalck Anodized Aluminum
Auto Turn On via DC Offset or Signal SensingYes
Remote Turn on OutputYes
Clipping LED’sNo
Built in BluetoothaptX HD
Built In WifiYes
THD+Noise RCA0.00018%
S/N ratio RCA>125dB
THD+Noise AmplifierN/A
S/N ratio AmplifierN/A
Fuse Rating10A
Input impedance: No Impedance adaptor needed6 Ohm High Level
ControllerBT Wireless Player Remote, Optional Wired Panel controller w/IPS Display Screen, Wi-Fi Mobile App control
Input MixerYes
Presets8
Software InterfacePC 32bit Windows 7 and up
All Pass filters at input and output EQsBoth 1st Order and 2nd Order
Navigation Mode w/ Input PriorityYes
Automatic Mode Switching MixerYes
Password AvailableYes
Analog Noise GateYes
Variable Power Off DelayYes
Seven DAC rolloff choices for ESS 9038Yes

The P5 DSP Ultra from Goldhorn represents the apex of audio technology, offering an extraordinary listening experience. Outfitted with two ESS flagship DAC chips, ES9038Pro, and a potent triple-core DSP processor, it achieves a floating-point operation speed of up to 3.6 billion calculations per second. This enables the device to handle high-resolution audio formats like DFF, DSF, WAV, FLAC, and more, up to DSD 256, with a sampling rate of up to 192KHz, ensuring high fidelity playback.

Construction with high-end components marks the P5 DSP Ultra as a leader in sound quality. It features the exclusive Goldhorn GHA2000 chip, a three femtosecond clock system for precise timing, and durable electrolytic capacitors designed to operate reliably at high temperatures. The integrated DSP offers extensive control over the sound with a 30-band EQ, adjustable crossover frequencies, and individual channel time alignment. Connectivity is comprehensive, including multiple high-level inputs and outputs, USB DAC support, and wireless streaming via Bluetooth 5.0 and WiFi. Control is made easy with an IPS display, a digital remote, and app functionality. The P5 DSP Ultra is designed for those who demand the best in their audio equipment, offering advanced technology for top-tier sound quality.