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  1. chrisyak

    Help me pick an Amp and DAC (under $1000) for demanding headphones

    Help me pick an Amp and DAC (under $1000) for demanding headphones I'm new to the audiophile scene but jumped in with some serious headphones: Sennheiser 802S, HIFIMAN Arya Stealth, and Focal Clear. I'm after a desktop amp/DAC setup (separate components) for my home office where I spend hours...
  2. Questyle

    Performance versus Portability? Seeking Both Without Compromise: Review of the Questyle CMA18 Portable by DC

    This review piece is published by EARPHONE AESTHETICS, a Chinese media platform specializing in headphones, and is written by an author known as DC. "In recent years, the size of high-end portable players has noticeably increased, a trend that's easily explained. Solutions like Ultraportable...
  3. EPZ TP50

    EPZ TP50

    EPZ TP50 dongle DAC/AMP
  4. henry9731

    The Holo battle: Cyan 2 vs Spring 2 KTE

    The test is conducted via coaxial input from a Philips Cd624 and is tested via a pair of vintage Ls3/5a speakers. Note: I will be referring the Cyan 2 and Spring 2 KTE as just “Cyan” and “Spring.” Excuse me for the lack of descriptive words. I am not a professional reviewer, and English isn't...
  5. C

    Android phone calls to USB DAC

    I just bought an Android 13 car head unit and I connected a USB DAC to one of its USB ports. All audio goes out the USB DAC except for phone calls and AV-IN audio (from my externally connected TV tuner via phono plugs yellow/red/white). (phonecalls are conducted by connecting my phone to the...
  6. AFUL SnowyNight

    AFUL SnowyNight

    AFUL SnowyNight
  7. henry9731

    Holo Cyan 2 - A super brief review

    So. The Cyan 2. (Excuse the mess, I have been messing around the PC area lately, and will be using the Cyan 2 in a vertical position for the time being) Headphone: Sony Mv1 Earphones: Apple Earpods (no really, even the earpods can tell the difference) Amp: Holo Bliss KTE DAC: Holo Cyan 2 vs...
  8. HIFIMAN SERENADE

    HIFIMAN SERENADE

    HIFIMAN SERENADE is a DAC/AMP all-in-one device. It is equipped with HIFIMAN's Hymalaya pro R2R DAC and can support streaming media
  9. Found Sound Davio

    Found Sound Davio

    Found Sound Audio Davio is a tube DACs from the R2R family. It has two versions: one solid state rectified and one tube rectified. The tubes are 1x 6SN7GT for the buffer and 1x 6C5S for rectification. It is designed to provide natural sound. Digital Inputs USB type B PCM max. 24bit / 96kHz...
    • bpiotrow13
    • Head Gear item
    • dac found sound audio non oversampling nos dac r2r tube dac
    • Comments: 5
    • Reviews: 1
    • Category: DACs
  10. J

    [Buying Advice] Desktop BT DAC/AMP for AA The Composer (max. USD 1.000)

    Hi, I will need a USB Desktop DAC/AMP to pair with a Austrian Audio The Composer soon. For now I got a Grado RS2e running on my Asus Xonar Essence STX II. The problem however is that my GPU induces hiss under load which I cannot get rid of (both cards are two PCIe slots apart). My plan is to...
  11. username643827

    Best DAC or AMP for HD600

    Hello everybody :) I will appreciate your advice about which amps and dacs would be best for my Sennheiser HD600. I was thinking about the FiiO E10K, around a 100 euros for me. My budget is around 200 euros.
  12. Apos Audio

    Introducing the New SMSL SU-X MQA Desktop DAC - Now Available on Apos Audio

    Hi all, Happy New Year! We’re thrilled to introduce the SMSL SU-X MQA Desktop DAC. This advanced DAC features dual ESS ES9039MSPRO chips, offering unmatched sound clarity and precision. Packed with top-shelf components like an XMOS XU-316 USB controller, MQA-CD decoding, and a Qualcomm...
  13. HiFiWar

    The Drinking Fountain - Full-Size Headphone Discussion

    Welcome to the Drinking Fountain! The Watercooler is a very well known thread for IEM discussion started by @Rockwell75, but there is nothing similar for full-size headphone enthusiasts. Therefor, on this day, the 4th of January, 2024, the Drinking Fountain has been created for just such a...
    • HiFiWar
    • Thread
    • advice amp dac desktop discussion drinking fountain electrostatic full-size headphones planar
    • Replies: 565
    • Forum: Headphones (full-size)
  14. Paul Sheridan

    Home Office Amp/DAC Recommendations

    Currently using a pair of Sonos speakers (ones) for my home office... I am looking at replacing these with the PMC prodigy1 speakers as these take up a relatively low footprint, really good at nearfield (owing to PMC's origins in the studio market) and produce pretty decent bass. However, I...
  15. Moondrop Dawn Pro

    Moondrop Dawn Pro

    Features:- >High-Performance Dual DAC Chipset. >Dual CS43131 DAC Chips. >Supports High-Res PCM & Native DSD Decoding. >32-Bit/384kHz PCM & Native DSD256 Audio Decoding. >Clean Power With Independent Power Chips. >Ultra-Low Clean Output WIth Low Noise-Floor & Distortion Ratings...
    • Kindlefirehditaly
    • Head Gear item
    • 3.5mm 4.4mm 43131 cirrus dac dawn dongle logic moondrop pro
    • Comments: 5
    • Reviews: 3
    • Category: Amp/DACs
  16. FiiO K9 AKM

    FiiO K9 AKM

    • littlenezt
    • Head Gear item
    • akm amp amplifier dac fiio fiio k9 k9 akm thx
    • Reviews: 3
    • Category: Amp/DACs
  17. shenzhenaudio

    A master DAC killer, SMSL SU-X

    From entry-level to high-end, SMSL ensures every music lover can afford a well-performing DAC. Mentioning several successful series, the SU line should be put forward. Today, follow their popular SU-10, another detail-oriented DAC comes out at US$999, the SU-X! Thanks to careful design, SU-X...
  18. Alexsan

    Tempotec V3 DAP - small, powerful, functional with Hiby OS

    Hiya, this is a general purpose thread for any thoughts, comments or to interact with fellow admirers and users of the Tempotec V3 I originally started this thread to find out more about this DAP. I have already ordered it and am waiting for delivery! 🙂 Feel free to take part in the...
  19. Hikarii

    WA2 OTL Tube Amplifier Loud 'Hiss/electrical noise"

    Hello everyone! I hope you are well. I purchased this amplifier used, have demoed it at the person's house who sold it to me, they connected it in this way. HD800S -> Amp -> DAC (Chord Qutest) -> computer, which made it have zero noise whatsoever. Regardless of me changing the volume rapidly...
  20. cpu235

    DAC upgrade

    Hi, I am currently looking for a DAC to match with my Liquid Platinum, my previous DAC was an SMSL SU-9 but I thought it sounded a bit too harsh, now I am using my Cayin RU7 temporarily, and I want to find a better desktop DAC solution. I prefer AKM or R2R sound. My budget is $1000 USD (the...
  21. W

    DAC/Amp recommendations for the Hifiman HE-R9 or The House That Bass Built

    Hello everyone, I'm new to the forum as well as audio in general and had a few questions. First and foremost thank you for taking the time to read this. Secondly I listen to a good 95% Hip Hop, so I need that bass from outer space, the kinda bass that inspired simulation theory, the kinda bass...
  22. d00mhammers

    Need help with amp/dac for Ananda v3 Stealth

    Intro: I have been a lurker on these forums for quite some time, and I want to thank everyone for the great time I had here, and I decided to ask you guys for advice regarding upgrading my gear. Topic: I currently own Byerdynamic DT770 pro 80ohm and I use KGus K3 amp/dac. I decided to purchase...
  23. AkLIAM AK4493SEQ

    AkLIAM AK4493SEQ

    Features: ▶ Audio Bridge Controller: CT7601 ▶ DAC chip: AK4493SEQ ▶ RGB indicator: Yes ▶ Ouput Interface: 4.4mm balanced,3.5mm unbalanced ▶ PCM: 16/24/32 Bit,44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192/352.8/384/705.6/768 KHz ▶ DSD: Dop/Native DSD64/DSD128/DSD256/DSD512 ▶ Support: Win7/8/10/11,Andriod,iOS.win7/8...
  24. theguynextdoor

    Dac, headphone amp, passive preamp, headphone & studio monitor recommendation

    Hey guys This is my first thread on this amazing forum I listen to prog rock 60s 70s 80s metal classical jazz fusion ost. My archive consist of vinyl rips dsd 5.6 mhz flac 24 bit /96 khz flac 24 bit /192 khz, sacd & 24 bit/ 48 khz mqa hi-res music I enjoy neutral sound with high detail &...
  25. AkLIAM PD4 Plus Portable DAC AMP

    AkLIAM PD4 Plus Portable DAC AMP

    PRODUCT DETAILS: Please NOTE: ▶ On the basis of retaining the advantages of PD4. PD4 Plus added 64-Level independent volume control. Increased output power to 2*310mW@32Ohm.Modify the appearance to be visible inside. ▶ This product has the function of automatically powering on when connecting...
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