Description

Ferrum ERCO Gen 2 DAC & Headphone Amplifier

High-End Desktop DAC and Headphone Amplifier in One Compact Design

The Ferrum ERCO Gen 2 is a premium all-in-one DAC, headphone amplifier, and preamplifier designed for audiophiles who want reference-quality performance without the complexity of multiple separate components. Combining advanced digital conversion, powerful balanced amplification, and versatile connectivity, ERCO Gen 2 serves as the centerpiece of a high-end desktop audio system while maintaining Ferrum's signature compact design. The second-generation model introduces upgraded DSP processing, improved analog circuitry, and higher-resolution audio support for even greater sonic performance.

Advanced ESS Sabre Digital Conversion

At the heart of ERCO Gen 2 is the renowned ESS Sabre ES9028PRO DAC, capable of decoding PCM audio up to 768 kHz / 32-bit and DSD512. Ferrum has redesigned the internal DSP engine and optimized the I/V conversion stage, allowing the DAC to deliver exceptional transparency, precise imaging, and remarkable musical detail with extremely low distortion. The upgraded HQ Apodizing digital filter further enhances playback accuracy for a smoother and more natural listening experience.

Powerful Fully Balanced Headphone Amplifier

Drawing inspiration from Ferrum's flagship OOR headphone amplifier, ERCO Gen 2 incorporates a fully balanced amplifier section capable of driving everything from sensitive in-ear monitors to demanding planar magnetic headphones. The amplifier provides excellent control, wide dynamic range, and outstanding channel separation, producing clean, detailed, and engaging sound across every genre of music.

Whether you're enjoying late-night listening sessions or critical studio monitoring, ERCO Gen 2 delivers effortless performance with impressive authority.

Flexible Desktop Connectivity

ERCO Gen 2 is designed to integrate seamlessly into modern audio systems. Digital inputs include USB-C, Coaxial, and Optical connections for computers, music streamers, and digital transports, while an analog RCA input allows external analog sources to bypass the internal DAC. Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA line outputs make it easy to connect powered speakers or external amplifiers, while both balanced 4.4 mm and single-ended 6.35 mm headphone outputs accommodate a wide variety of premium headphones.

Upgradeable with Ferrum HYPSOS

For listeners seeking even greater performance, ERCO Gen 2 is fully compatible with the optional Ferrum HYPSOS hybrid power system via the proprietary Ferrum Power Link (FPL). Adding HYPSOS provides cleaner, more stable power delivery, helping reveal additional detail, improved dynamics, and an even quieter background.

Premium Engineering for Everyday Listening

Manufactured in Europe, ERCO Gen 2 combines precision engineering with a durable aluminum enclosure and intuitive controls. Its compact footprint fits perfectly on a desktop while delivering performance that rivals much larger and more expensive separates.

Whether used as a complete desktop DAC/amp solution or as the digital hub of a larger Hi-Fi system, ERCO Gen 2 offers exceptional versatility and long-term upgrade potential.

Key Features

• All-in-one DAC, headphone amplifier, and preamplifier

• ESS Sabre ES9028PRO DAC architecture

• Supports PCM up to 768 kHz / 32-bit and DSD512

• Fully balanced headphone amplifier design

• Improved DSP engine and HQ Apodizing digital filter

• Enhanced analog circuitry for greater transparency

• USB-C, Optical, Coaxial, and analog RCA inputs

• Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA line outputs

• Balanced 4.4 mm and 6.35 mm headphone outputs

• Compatible with Ferrum HYPSOS via Ferrum Power Link (FPL)

• Compact premium aluminum chassis

• Designed and manufactured in Europe

Experience Reference-Level Desktop Audio

The Ferrum ERCO Gen 2 combines advanced digital conversion, powerful balanced headphone amplification, and premium European craftsmanship in a single elegant component. With exceptional resolution, flexible connectivity, and upgrade compatibility with HYPSOS, it offers an outstanding solution for music enthusiasts seeking true high-end performance from a compact desktop audio system.