2% 2. L. 0 port the D10 will rapidly cycle between the DAC and the built in audio making for a stuttering sound on both the laptop and DAC. I tried 6 feet length of Monoprice USB 2 gold plated cable, and my computer couldn't even discover the DAC. Nov 1, 2023. Replies 242 Views 44K. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. Seattle Area. Aug 16, 2023. The "eval" indicator on the name though gives me pause as to whether this is a properly licensed product. Forum Donor. The build quality on the outside is very nice and step above bargain basement devices. Its nice that the topping dac seems so good . Adaboy4z. This is a review and detailed measurements of the LA-QXD1 balanced (XLR) USB DAC. D10S also provide. There are small audible differences in the stereo image between the three digital filters. Sep 22, 2023. #1. This is a review and detailed measurements of the Topping D90 Balanced USB DAC with Bluetooth. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog. I have to turn the volume to zero at power up. As promised, today we’re tackling another component of Topping’s 70-series and their L component line which consists of a couple of DACs and a desktop amplifier. Would there be any significant difference in sound quality? 2. 8. Reactions: staticV3 and penguin. Replies 244. Conclusions. Review Index. amirm; Nov 1, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 10 11 12. I removed the XLR to RCA cable and used RCA and the pop sound diminished, its there at power up but much quieter. D90SE Fully Balanced DAC. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. I have a Marantz pm7005 integrated amp with the same DAC chip in the living room hooked to. SMSL M200 comes to mind. Not terrible (postman panther) Votes: 13 5. The D70 costs US $499 although their products frequently go on sale. I. B. Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion . amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. Replies 242 Views 43K. Reactions: Ingenieur. Joined Mar 16, 2018 Messages 3,351. Toslink switch and TosLink/Coaxial SPDIF converter - Review and measurements. 9,095. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. The DAC Topping D70 PRO OCTO features many refinements specific to a high-end audio product. VintageFlanker said: Please, someone send the Totaldac DAC d1-twelve-mk2 (three boxes, 32,500€, most probably: outperformed by this D10S). Sep 22, 2023. The sales person from topping just told me they are now changing components for first-batch products to solve the jitter problem. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. Joined Nov 17, 2018 Messages 162 Likes 129 Location. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. Poll; SMSL D400 Pro Balanced DAC Review. Nov 16, 2022. Oct 21, 2023. From my understanding the higher end DACs with Bluetooth and balanced outputs (Topping d70s) don’t often include this function. 04: Add bandwidth setting in setup menu (B-5) Customized settings from 5 to 15 (default: 5) The larger the number is, the stronger the range to adapt to jitter, and the smaller the number, the better the. Tidal Sound output settings are all enabled for the "Topping USB DAC". Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. This is a review and detailed measurements of the Topping "TP" RD3 balanced stereo USB rackmount DAC with Bluetooth. I purchased it new from Audiophonics for around 100€. Sep 22, 2023. Bit of a weird form factor and comes with a blue LED screen other then that is has the same features of the D30Pro including volume control for pre-out with the extra bonus that the M200 does have Bluetooth. I’m assuming to reduce any noise and have the best signal. My E30 stopped outputting sound after less than a month. 00 $ 799. Sep 22, 2023. Forum Donor. D50s Multi-input LDAC&PCM768&DSD512 DAC. Better to use the power supply. #1. IamJF. 104. D10 Balanced PCM384&DSD256 USB Balanced DAC. 1 or 7. I removed the XLR to RCA cable and used RCA and the pop sound diminished, its there at power up but much quieter. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. shenzhenaudio. Saponetto Active Member. After-sales service. The D10 Balanced as the name implies, comes in my favorite USB DAC package with the same cute orange display: Back panel is where the difference is:. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. Replies 242 Views 44K. i'm sure both devices will be fine, however, i read some review that the Velvet version sounds better specifically with DSD material than it's ESS counterpart. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. RCA left out E50 to RCA left in (low level) SVS PB12 sub #1. Main: Topping E70, Topping pa5 II plus, Guru Audio Junior+ Desktop: Topping MX3s, Topping DX5 Lite, Ino Audio piMx, SoundblasterX AE-5+, Dan Clark Aeon 2 closed, AKG 271 Studio (mostly for gaming). The U-DAC8 embodies simplicity and fitment for function: A USB port in for data and then in the rear, 8 channels of output: And an external adapter double the size of a typical phone charger. The white LED that indicates the selected input is nice but alas, there is some bleed into the other. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. Replies 245 Views 45K. Description: TOPPING. Joined Aug 25, 2020 Messages 845 Likes. Replies 242 Views 44K. I’m assuming to reduce any noise and have the best signal. To adjust volume to match a recording some 12dB are quite enough. TCT1-25/75/125, 25/75/125cm TRS balanced cable. Reactions: MidnightCarouselRider. The sloping down section of the curve is normally noise dominated. This is a review and detailed measurements of the "Finished Philips hifi forum tenth anniversary TDA1541 DAC Coaxial input L17-53. At 12 Kg/26 pounds, this is one of the heaviest DACs I have tested. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. Reactions: MaxBuck and Rover. Oct 10, 2020. IEM: TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero. 0 Audio Isolator. Sep 22, 2023. . View attachment 36898. Both are XLR via short cables into the Topping Pre90/Ext90, so the load should be identical. Poll; Rega DAC-R DAC Review. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review amirm Aug 16, 2023 Rate this DAC: 1. Poor (headless panther) Votes: 5 2. #1. B. The factory has a couple of buttons) Last edited: Jun 5, 2020. Its is an usual Thesycon XMOS driver - not developed by Topping, used by almost all new DACs. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. Topping D3 TP-D3 Decoder USB/Optical/Coaxial/BNC DAC Black Brand: TOPPING 3. So I had to install an infra red extender, not very nice. Nkam Active Member. A. Oct 19, 2023. It is on a kind loan from forum member. R. Location. Features & Specs. The point is it is Aimpire who is misbehaving and it is Amazon who is not stopping them. Joined Jul 2, 2018 Messages 234 Likes 161. Today at 2:30. Topping D30 Pro . TCR2-25/75/125, 25/75/125cm RCA cable. #1. 00. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. Seattle Area. Topping D3 TP-D3 Decoder USB/Optical/Coaxial/BNC DAC Black Brand: TOPPING 3. Search. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. The main FR and FL. Included volume control lets you bypass a pre-amp and. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. C. Replies 310 Views 41K. This is a review and detailed measurements of the Topping D70 Pro Sabre edition balanced stereo DAC with Bluetooth. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11. There are three inputs and are nicely stepped through using the momentary switch. Poll; Topping E30 II Lite DAC review and measurements. Jul 4, 2021. Location. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. Seattle Area. Few people need HDMI for 2-ch audio - hardly any sources that only provide HDMI out for music. This firmware release brings 32-bit support to the D90 MQA in its USB input (it previously maxed out at 24-bits). 1. I've not seen tracks on Tidal MQA Masters jumping through 44. Specifications Dimensions (W x H x D)Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. 88. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. amirm. Sunday at 2:30 PM. 316. This item: Topping D90LE HiFi DAC Bluetooth 5. It competes against the D10S. Get up to 42% off TOPPING products from Nov 23-29, 2023. My E30 and my E30II were the first DACs to lack this accessory, so to speak. TCX1-25/75/125, 25/75/125cm XLR balanced cable. 926. 0線TOPPING. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. Initial thoughts on Topping DX3 Pro+. 100% secure. A. Oct 11, 2021. The D10s has a retail cost of US $99. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and. A. This is a review and detailed measurements of the SMSL D-6s balanced stereo DAC with Bluetooth support. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. The quality of the power supply was also discussed several times at this ASR forum, but the conclusion was that no special power supply was needed. 219,251. I was closing in on +0db volume level, so i tried using it in DAC only mode to the THX AAA 789 and that made a big difference for me. Sep 22, 2023. Walter Addicted to Fun and Learning. Replies 242 Views. 1 has a more narrow stereoimage with a slightly more pronounced perceived bass. Cause for this is the way AKM chips process DSD different than ESS, at least according to. It costs €1 089 from the company ($1,240 as of this writing). D90SE Fully Balanced DAC. It kind of manages to look "high-end" while obviously being priced lower. It is dominated by noise and who knows what else (in red). Sep 22, 2023. I have to use an adapter but the usb connector only use the data portion of usb hence the need of power. Sep 22, 2023. US $229. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. 这个网站是原微软负责数字媒体的副总裁Amir Majidimehr创建的，这个人之前曾经在sony、Pinnacle （后来被AVID，也就是注明的音频工作站protools的母公司收购），总之算是比较专业的人士。. two miniDSP 2x4HD units for speaker crossover and EQ. Sunday at 2:30 PM. This DAC has features that I was looking for - Excellent review and measurements at ASR, LDAC codec, volume control with remote, selection of inputs, no. It retails for USD $199 but right now they are on sale for $180 including free shipping to US and Canada. Soon will have the matching Topping A50 headphone amplifier. Sep 22, 2023. 0 High Performance AUDIO ISOLATOR High compatibility Low latency Isolation Withstands up to 1500VDC,TOPPING E30 II 2 x AK4493S DAC XMOS XU208 RCA output support. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. USB now supports 24bit/96kHz (D2 was only. Views. Sep. Seattle Area. Sunday at 2:30 PM. Sep 22, 2023. I've always had an issue with some interference when the DX3 is connected via USB, its always there as long as the USB is plugged in, even when in optical mode. Features are not intuitively operable. $349. 3% Positive Feedback. I recently received the Focal Clear, and I think it sounds great. difference in using the D70 vs the A70 as a preamp is that the D70 has a digital volume control, and the A70 has (a very good) analog volume control. Reactions: Veri and MadMaxx. This is a detailed review and measurements of Schiit Yggdrasil with upgraded "Gen 5 USB" interface and "Analog 2" DAC+analog board. . Replies 242 Views 44K. The rear of the unit shows the typical connectors: The usual large, AC. Seattle Area. exe" (it is in the 3. The D90 costs US $699 with free shipping from Amazon. Yes, this is a new revision of one of our favorite DACs, the D50. Location. AndreaT Addicted to Fun and Learning. Joined Dec 21, 2018. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. I would like to get one for the studio but it would be nice to read more comments about it first. And the dac is absurdly overpriced (the M300se is $100 cheaper, and wipes the floor with the RD3 in every metric), and also completely useless in pro audio settings (no aes, no word clock, no dante, no ADAT, no >4v. #1,903. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. Main difference seems to be in customer service, but hard to justify the high price tag though. It was a bonus after I asked to buy the Topping DX7s. Replies 242 Views. Seattle Area. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. A. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. The JDS Labs OL DAC comes with USB-input variant at $99 which is what I purchased. Samsung S6 is actually another great power source - OTG adapter and Topping USb cable. Adaboy4z. What's new. Replies 242 Views. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. 1 kHz is enough for most (incl. #82. amirm; Oct 21, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 15 16 17. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. Aug 16, 2023. About us. Sep 22, 2023. Oct 19, 2023. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. As soon as the Topping E50 I ordered arrived, I performed the operation test, so I will report the result. In a nutshell, the Topping D50 has its own power supply and inside its solid aluminium case there's a good D/A converter (very well engineered with the D/A IC's well implemented with the associated circuitry) and only a D/A converter. #1. Adaboy4z. amirm; May 26, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 7 8 9. amirm; Nov 1, 2023;Laptop -> Topping E30 DAC -> miniDSP 2x4 -> JBL 308P Mkii Speakers (2-channel) & SVS SB-1000 Pro Subwoofer. amirm; Oct 21, 2023;DAC/amp Fiio K5 Pro, DAC Topping D30 Pro, Amp Topping A30 Pro Headphones: Hifiman Ananda, Dan Clark Aeon 2 Noire. Location. Replies 245 Views 46K. Location. R. 99$ and will be available with various retailers all over the globe really soon. Here you see it on top of the gorgeous Topping A70 Pro, to give an idea of its size. Nov 24, 2022. Adaboy4z. #1. #1. The more DACs I see, especially the never ending flood from SMSL and Topping, the LESS I care about DACs. . Listening Tests Since I could not get the USB interface working without drivers on Audio-gd NFB-27. crisppacket; Oct 19, 2023;The SMSL M500 and the Topping D90 MQA uses same USB hardware interface (XMOS XU216) - So I guess there's a firmware problem in the Topping side. 0 speakers. Regarding volume control, would you rather volume bypass the amp and attentuate the DAC output or set the amp to say ten o‘clock and run the DAC between 90 to 100 percent „full volume“? I know a preamp inbetween might be the best solution, but. The E70 is another meticulously engineered DAC from Topping at a reasonable price. It was kindly sent to me by the company for review. This is a review and detailed measurements of the Musetec Audio (LKS Audio) MH-DA005 ES9038 based stereo DAC. Replies 245 Views 45K. D10s PCM384&DSD256 USB DAC. #1. Location. Here at the onset of clipping, Topping produces a very clean output of 0. R. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. Poll;Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. my sound system is in a closed cupboard and invisible. . 38, I used a Topping D10 DAC as the USB to S/PDIF bridge. Replies 245 Views 46K. I hope that they have better quality control over the product. It was sent to me by their seller, Shenzhenaudio and costs US $749. I may be wrong, but it is known from the Topping D90, DAC mode definitely have better quality than running in the pre amp mode due to the same reason mentioned above. So yes, given the right software and computer configuration you can do it, but your focus should really be on how to do that on the computer and not on aspects of the DAC itself. You are sitting on sofa, listening to nice music at 10 pm with D30 Pro in "PRE mode", and its output volume now is relatively low, just say about -37 dBFS. Topping E30 DAC Review. D10 Balanced PCM384&DSD256 USB Balanced DAC. The limiting factor is real DAC resolution which is about 20 bits these days. This is very nice when listening from. #57. Replies 242 Views 44K. It was kindly purchased new and drop shipped to me. Running a DAC with no attenuation and using a downstream analog volume control potentially has a noise benefit over digital volume control (whether in DSP or DAC) as it will attenuate noise from the DAC at lower volume levels. Seattle Area. Adaboy4z. The single "SEL" button powers on the unit (touch sensitive) and selects input. This is a review and detailed measurements of the SMSL D400 Pro balanced stereo DAC with Bluetooth support. We are happy to assist. Got it all connected to a Yamaha MX-460. In terms of measurements, the dac8 Stereo may in fact measure better. This is a review and detailed measurements of the brand new, Topping D50 s. Dac-man said: Just got an E50 from Amazon. I think after completing the installation it is good to turn the DAC off and on again. It was sent to me by Shenzhenaudio and costs US $1,399. It was kindly sent to me by the company and costs US $720 on Amazon with free shipping. I. In conclusion, for the price I paid (230$+30$ shipping), the Topping D3 is a very nice looking, quality feeling, slick DAC/AMP. Poll; SMSL. Here's the amplitude response for the seven different Topping filters: View attachment 155337. Sep 22, 2023. Laptop -> Topping E30 DAC -> miniDSP 2x4 -> JBL 308P Mkii Speakers (2-channel) & SVS SB-1000 Pro Subwoofer. Click on 'Device properties' and then 'Additional device properties'. Seattle Area. This is a review and detailed measurements of the FX Audio DAC-SQ3. D10 Balanced PCM384&DSD256 USB Balanced DAC. I definitely did not expect it to sound leaps and bounds better than. P. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12. Drop's website says 931 are sold so it seems like a popular DAC. U90 USB Bridge. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. amirm; May 11, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 13 14 15. Adaboy4z. Aug 10, 2023. 5mm轉3. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. May 18, 2023. I also think it sounds great with the Topping, but to be honest, other than being able to go. Seattle Area. Yesterday at 2:30 PM. 99! This is a bit of a new look for Topping DAC, borrowing from DX3 Pro but with dual color display: It looks better in person than my low-contrast image above. Fine (happy panther) Votes: 88 39. The Topping design uses all 4 channels and sums pairs. Specifically, tv optical outputs seem to generate noise nd other artifacts that many dacs see as jitter problems. A. It is a joy to use. Replies 242 Views 43K. The OriGen G2 is refreshingly different from the typical DAC and headphone. Seeing how a better DAC costs less than. The version I have has the optional Raspberry Pi 4 module for streaming which costs an extra $89. If you'd use the D70 as preamp you'd lose the balanced connection to the A70. A touch button turns on the unit (takes it out of standby) and also lets you select inputs. R. 65 $249. RC22 remote control (Compatible with all TOPPING DAC products that support remote control) TCR2-10, 10cm RCA cable. It is on kind loan from a member and costs (I think) US $1,570 with standard tube. D70 Pro OCTO Fully Balanced DAC. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. The JDS Labs OL DAC comes with USB-input variant at $99 which is what I purchased. Topping D10 connected to Fire 7 via powered OTG cable, downstream to Monoprice Liquid Spark. Forums. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. With this main difference, I found that the E30 tends to be a hair more dynamic than the D10s, however the D10s is able to. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. ). Adaboy4z. Jul 12, 2022. The DAC-SQ3 is USB powered and comes with a remote control which is unusual in this price bracket: Full Australian. #1. 88. Would there be any significant difference in sound quality? 2. Here is the inside for anyone that might be interested! This is a review and detailed measurements of the Topping "TP" RD3 balanced stereo USB rackmount DAC with Bluetooth. This is a review and detailed measurements of the "Finished Philips hifi forum tenth anniversary TDA1541 DAC Coaxial input L17-53. Features: ES9038Q2M Chip DAC, with 125dB Dynamic Range at 1kHz. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review amirm Aug 16, 2023 Rate this DAC: 1. Get it as soon as Wednesday, Nov 1. 2. Nov 27, 2020. Laptop -> Topping E30 DAC -> miniDSP 2x4 -> JBL 308P Mkii Speakers (2-channel) & SVS SB-1000 Pro Subwoofer. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13.