Serenade DAC

HIFIMAN GOLDENWAVE SERENADE – R2R DAC & Class A Headphone Amplifier with WiFi

Key Features at a Glance

• Flagship Himalaya Pro R2R DAC with ultra-low distortion
• Pure Class A headphone amplifier for rich, natural sound
• Built-in WiFi streaming (NAS & apps support)
• Fully discrete signal path with no coupling capacitors
• High output power: 4000mW @ 32Ω (balanced)
• Premium FET op-amp + LPF analog circuit
• High-quality 50W toroidal transformer power supply
• Multiple inputs: USB, Optical, Coaxial, RCA

Reference Sound Meets Wireless Convenience

The HIFIMAN Goldenwave Serenade combines flagship R2R DAC performance with modern WiFi streaming, delivering an uncompromising audiophile experience.

Stream music directly from:

• NAS drives
• Music apps
• Network sources

Enjoy high-resolution audio without cable limitations.

Himalaya Pro R2R DAC – Benchmark Performance

At the core of the Serenade is the advanced Himalaya Pro ladder DAC, equivalent to dual PCM1704K configurations.

With:

• 0.01% precision resistors
• Advanced FPGA decoding algorithms
• Ultra-low THD of 0.0012%

You get:

• Exceptional clarity and detail
• Natural, analog-like sound
• Distortion-free high-resolution playback

Pure Class A Amplification – Warm & Musical

The Serenade’s amplifier circuit is based on Class A design with fully discrete transistors, delivering:

• Smooth, natural tonal balance
• High current output
• Rich, musical sound signature

Inspired by flagship designs like the HIFIMAN Goldenwave Prelude, it offers premium performance at a more accessible level.

Fully Discrete Signal Path – Pure Audio Integrity

The Serenade eliminates coupling capacitors, ensuring:

• Zero nonlinear distortion
• Cleaner signal transmission
• Maximum transparency

Combined with a FET op-amp and LPF circuit, it ensures high precision and low noise.

High-Quality Power Supply – Stable & Clean Energy

• 50W toroidal transformer
• 30,000µF capacitor bank
• Multi-stage voltage regulation

Delivering:

• Stable power delivery
• Fast transient response
• Full-range sonic performance

Powerful Output for Any Headphone

Balanced Output

• 4000mW @ 32Ω
• 760mW @ 300Ω

Single-Ended Output

• 2800mW @ 32Ω
• 510mW @ 300Ω

Drive everything from efficient headphones to demanding audiophile models.

Versatile Connectivity Options

Inputs

• USB
• Optical
• Coaxial
• RCA
• WiFi / Network

Outputs

• Balanced headphone output
• Single-ended headphone output
• XLR line output
• RCA line output

Perfect for both headphone and speaker systems.

Reference-Level Audio Performance

• Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz (±0.1dB)
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 110dB
• THD+N: 0.0015%

Enjoy clean, detailed, and distortion-free sound.

Premium Build & Compact Design

• Solid aluminum chassis (2.9kg)
• Dimensions: 330 × 50 × 255 mm
• Built with audiophile-grade components

Experience Modern High-End Audio

The HIFIMAN Goldenwave Serenade delivers flagship R2R DAC performance, Class A amplification, and WiFi streaming in one powerful unit.