dCS officially announces its top-of-the-line flagship streaming system ‘Varèse’!

british high-end audio brand dCShas officially announced Varèse, its most advanced streaming system to date. in keeping with dCS’ tradition, Varèse is a flagship streaming DAC system named after composer Edgard Varèse and consists of five independent components: a core, user interface, master clock, and two mono DACs.

varèse System Key Components and Features

• core – The heart of the system and digital hub, responsible for all signal processing, including USB/Ethernet inputs, upsampling, noise shaping, filtering, etc
• user Interface – full-color touchscreen with intuitive album art, track information and settings, and Bluetooth LE-based remote control integration
• master Clock – patented Tomix clock technology for ultra-precise synchronization and minimal jitter
• two Mono DACs – Dedicated chassis for left and right channels, with next-generation differential Ring DACs for ultra-low distortion, ultra-low noise and crosstalk suppression
• ACTUS interface – dCS proprietary specification that connects audio, control, and timing signals to each unit with a single cable. simplifies installation and maximizes signal purity
• dedicated remote control & Mosaic ACTUS app – CNC aluminum, capacitive hotkeys, USB-C charging, and app (iOS/Android) integration for a seamless control experience

innovative Technologies and Differences

• Tomix clock – perfect synchronization between master clock and DAC, minimizing jitter and timing errors
• next generation differential ring DAC – 2x current sources, new operating modes, largest architectural change in dCS history
• ACTUS protocol – simultaneous transmission of audio, control and clock signals over six twisted pairs, maximizing scalability and ease of installation
• modular scalability – dedicated CD/SACD transport to be added in 2025, supports a wide range of I/O modules
• Streaming support for UPnP, Qobuz, Spotify, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready and more
• independent IEC power connections for each unit – each unit is powered separately, not by an integrated power supply

user Experience & Design

• full color touchscreen UI, customizable information display, dark mode support
• bluetooth LE remote control (center dial, hotkeys, USB-C charging)
• Integrated control and streaming via Mosaic ACTUS app (iOS/Android)
• premium aluminum chassis, luxurious design and large system presence

bottom line

the dCS Varez is the most advanced streaming system in dCS history, surpassing the original Vivaldi APEX by incorporating unique innovations such as the ACTUS interface, Tomix clock, and next-generation ring DAC. it will be in limited production and shipping in late 2024, with a dedicated CD/SACD transport to follow in 2025.
setting a new benchmark in high-end audio, dCS Varese delivers the ultimate digital playback experience for audiophiles and music lovers alike.