11 best dacs

Product description

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Specifications



Input: USB / Optical / Coaxial / Bluetooth

Output: RCA /XLR

THD+N: 000090(-121dB)

Dynamic range: XLR/130dB ;RCA/123dB

Output impedance: XLR 207Ω; RCA 142Ω

USB transmission : Asynchronization

USB compatibility: Windows 7+, Mac OSX、Linux

Bit depth: USB 1bit, 16~32bit; Optical/ Coaxial 1bit, 16~ 24bit

Sampling rate: USB PCM 44.1 ~ 768kHz;

DSD 2.8224 ~ 22.5792MHz ; Optical / Coaxial PCM 44.1 ~ 192kHz;

DSD DSD64(DoP)





Bluetooth specification:

UAT: 24bit/192kHz (1 200kbps/900kbps/600kbps)

LDAC: 24bit/96kHz (990kbps/660kbps/330kbps)

aptX-HD: 24bit/48 kHz_ _576kbps

aptX: 16bit/44.1 kHz_ 352kbps

SBC: 16bit/44.1 kHz_ 328kbps

AAC: 16bit/44.1 kHz_ 320kbps

Power Consumption: 5W

Standby power: <0.5W

Size: 187.5*154*40MM(W*H*D)

Weight:

0.79kg



Contents List

SU-9*1

REMOTE*1

USB CABLE*1

POWER CABLE*1

USER GUIDE*1

• Complete support of LDAC,APTX/HD,XBC,AAC, and the exquisite 24bit/192kHz UAT format
• Apart from ES9038 flagship DAC we coupled this DAC with ES9311 power chip designed for ESS DACS to optimize ES9038 performance to its max potential.
• All digital inputs support DSD decoding. DoP64 is supported through coaxial and optic.
• The power source is implemented with shielded low noise conditioner. This improves both sound quality and power efficiency.
• UAT (Ultra Audio Transmission), an audio coding technology self-developed by HiBy with up to 192kHz sampling frequency or up to 1.2Mbps bit rate. There are three available settings: high 1.2Mbps/medium 900 kbps/low 600 kbps.

User questions & answers

Question:	Does anyone know if this works under linux
Answer:	It's a DAC... so of course it does. Not sure about MQA since I don't bother with that... but USB and Optical inputs work fine. Haven't tried BT from Linux, so that might have problems - works fine from Windows however. No drivers needed on either platform.
Question:	No Trigger output to turn on an amp
Answer:	You has to pepare what output you want to use b4 using and setup on output setting on the units
Question:	Can i connect this unit to my android cell phone (lg v30+) using an otg usb cable? i want to use the amazon hd music service via my phone
Answer:	Why use otg? Just use usb c to usb b cable for direct connection. I used a JSAUX 3.0 usb c to b cable.
Question:	Will signal output to both xlr and rca simultaniously, as to run to amp via xlr out and powered sub via rca out and retain preamp functionality
Answer:	It does output both simultaneously. I run in preamp mode outputting the xlr to preamp, and rca to headphone amp. I don't know if you can do what you describe with a sub

• 32-Bit SABRE DAC
• 2.1v Output Drives Almost Any Headphones
• Works With Apple and Android devices when paired with a simple adapter
• Plays everything from MP3s to 24-bit/96kHz high-resolution files
• This versatile DAC improves everything – detail transparency immediacy richness tone
• Connector type: USB Type A

User questions & answers

Question:	I have powered speakers that I plug into my laptop 3mm headphone jack. Can I use this product to get more volume & better audio quality
Answer:	That's what I use the Dragonfly (Black) for. I expected a subtle improvement, but found it to be night and day! The cheapo DAC and output stage circuitry that's built into the laptop was really limiting the sound quality.
Question:	Can you still use inline headphone controls when using the dac with an iPhone
Answer:	No you cannot nor can you use the mic in the headphones for making or recieving calls ...luckily you do get notification ...and you can just pull the lightning connector to answer the call ..using iphone in normal manner ..i had this exact Q after recieving my unit ..
Question:	What's the difference between red and black
Answer:	In performance, both models incorporate the 32-bit ESS Sabre DAC chip, the 9010 in Black and the higher-performance 9016 in Red. While the Black uses the same headphone amp and analog volume control found in previous version, the new Red includes the latest ESS headphone amp and a bit-perfect digital volume control that resides on the 9016 DAC chip itself. In power the Black puts out 1.2 volts: enough power to drive all preamplifier input circuits and a wide range of efficient headphones. The red with its higher 2.1-volt output will be compatible with a wider range of headphones, including power-hungry, low-efficiency model.
Question:	i know these DACs are mainly for high end headphones , but anyone know if it will make a better (or slightly better) audio on $10 -$30 earphones
Answer:	I hesitated to answer this question since it's about 4 years old now, but I'm sure somebody else will be wondering the same thing. I must say it's one of the most illogically comical questions that I've ever read. Let me explain. It's like asking if using jet fuel will improve the grass cutting performance of a lawnmower. Obviously, it won't. You just need a more efficient lawnmower. The DAC + preamp + plus headphone amp merely will make the headphones louder but NOT make them sound better. In fact, most low-cost headphones (in the $10 - $30 range) typically suffer from sibilance (hiss), muffled bass, tinny highs, too dominant mid-range, and distortion at higher volumes due to using low-quality components. Therefore, it's highly probable that the AudioQuest DragonFly will make cheap headphones sound exponentially worse. As the old saying goes: "You can't make a silk purse out of a sow's ear."
Question:	I want to use this for my Audio Technica M50xs. Worth it
Answer:	Let the specs speak for themselves: FiiO E10 Specs Power Supply Standard Micro USB port Output Power 200 mW @ 32 Ω Sample Rate Maximum of 24-bit/96 kHz supported Signal to Noise Ratio ≥108 dB Digital Output 1x Coaxial digital output, stereo PCM format Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz Impedance Recommended Headphone Impedance: 16 to 150 Ω ATH-M50x Headphones Frequency Response 15 Hz to 28 kHz Sensitivity 99 dB Impedance 38 Ohms Maximum Power Handling 1600 mW
Question:	What's the Difference with the E10K & E10? I loved my E10 but it's starting to fail, so I'm looking for a new one
Answer:	I have both E10 and E10K,1) E10 uses a mini USB cable, and E10K uses a micro USB cable (same as Android phone's)2) E10K uses different chips, which makes its output power bigger3) E10K's bass boost is betterIf you are satisfied with E10, I recommend you to buy the new model E10K
Question:	What outputs does it have? I see only one headphone out (small jack). Does it perhaps have RCA in the back
Answer:	there are total three outputs in E10K1. Front: 3.5mm headphone out port - you can use volume control2. Rear- 3.5mm Line Out port - no volume control, you can use 3.5mm stereo to RCA converter cable to connect your RCA devices.3. Rear- Digital Coaxial Audio Output.
Question:	so you plug this in any usb port and voila?, how do you eq
Answer:	If you are on a Windows machine, you'll want to download foobar2000 to use as your dedicated music player. There are many forums online which go into great detail on how to set up foobar2000 as it does appear to be quite complicated at first glance so I won't bore you with any of the specifics here; but once you get the hang of things it does get a bit easier to understand and follow the UI and the possibilities you have with foobar2000. You just have to do your research; Amazon is not the best place for this sort of thing if you ask me. I personally prefer ASIO over WASAPI; FiiO has their own proprietary ASIO driver uniquely designed for the E10K which you can download the firmware for on their website. You will also have to download and install the necessary ASIO support component which is available on foobar2000's website. If you do buy this DAC/AMP and plan on using FiiO's ASIO driver like I do, be aware that you have to close out of all applications using ASIO before disconnecting the E10K, otherwise this may result in a BSOD. They explicitly state this in the owner's manual as well. Lastly, but most importantly you will want to listen to high quality audio sources (READ: Lossless audio). I prefer FLAC encoded music files, but lossless is lossless; it doesn't really matter what codec the files are in. I won't discuss bit depths or sample rates here because that's just another can of worms, but do your best to avoid listening to lossy audio files such as MP3s; you will only be doing yourself a disservice. And of course you want to have some decent headphones :) If you fancy closed back headphones, I can strongly recommend the SRH1540s by Shure. It's what I'm using at the moment. So as you can see, there's just a little more to it than just 'plugging in the E10K and voila' ;) Happy listening!

Product features

Audioquest DragonFly Red v1.0 USB Digital-to-Analog Converter

Combining award-winning performance and exceptional value, DragonFly Red is a portable, plug-and-play USB DAC (digital-to-analog converter), preamp, and headphone amp that connects to laptops, tablets, and smartphones to deliver clean, clear, naturally beautiful sound to headphones, powered speakers, or complete audio systems. While DragonFly can natively decode resolutions up to 24-bit/96kHz, it can play any file type regardless of resolution, from MP3 to MQA and Hi-Res.

• a compact balanced dac that can hang with the big guys — following the success of the massdrop x grace design standard dac, we’re excited to release the much-requested balanced version.
• a standalone balanced dac — designed to complement high-end balanced amplifiers like the drop + thx aaa 789, alex cavalli amps, and more. grace design is known for its incredibly accurate, transparent gear, and this new dac doesn’t disappoint.
• advanced features — the sdac-b is equipped with the akm ak4452 digital-to-analog conversion chip from the same family as the one used in the m9xx dac/amp, our first collaboration with grace design.
• connectivity — on the back panel, you’ll find a balanced output, three-pin xlr outputs, and a coaxial spdif digital input, which will allow the dac to interface with balanced amplifiers and single-ended amplifiers at the same time.
• three-pin xlr — the three-pin xlr outputs also give you the ability to connect to powered speakers and use software volume control.
• Included components: 3.3 ft (1 m) USB-B to USB-A cable

Product features

A COMPACT BALANCED DAC THAT CAN HANG WITH THE BIG GUYS

Following the success of the Massdrop x Grace Design Standard DAC, we’re excited to release the much-requested balanced version. It’s the least-expensive small standalone balanced DAC on the market, designed to complement high-end balanced amplifiers like the Drop + THX AAA 789, the Massdrop x Alex Cavalli Liquid Carbon X, and more. Grace Design is known for its incredibly accurate, transparent gear, and this new DAC doesn’t disappoint. Based on the single-ended SDAC, it has the same objectivist-minded performance, USB bus-powered design, and simple plug-and-play operation. Plus, it boasts a number of advanced features and supports sample rates up to 384 kHz and DSD256 in USB 2.0 mode.

ADVANCED FEATURES

The SDAC-B is equipped with the AKM AK4452 digital-to-analog conversion chip from the same family as the one used in the m9XX DAC/amp, our first collaboration with Grace Design. On the back panel, you’ll find a balanced output, three-pin XLR outputs, and a coaxial SPDIF digital input, which will allow the DAC to interface with balanced amplifiers and single-ended amplifiers at the same time. The three-pin XLR outputs also give you the ability to connect to powered speakers and use software volume control. On past projects, the community has been vocal about wanting a USB-B connector, so we added one to the SDAC-B, too!

ABOUT GRACE DESIGN

In Lyons, Colorado, near the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Grace Design produces some of the most innovative, highly respected pro audio gear on the market. Brothers Michael and Eben Grace started the company 27 years ago, and today, their products can be found around the world, from home studios to the scoring stage at Skywalker Sound. They’re widely praised for delivering a combination of non-fatiguing performance, extremely detailed sound, and legendary reliability.

SPECIFICATIONS

• If using SPDIF only, requires external USB charger - 5V, 1amp wallwart (not supplied)
• AKM AK4452 DAC chip
• Latest-generation XMOS xCORE-200 USB processor
• 0.5% precision thin metal film resistors in the signal path
• Audiophile components and design throughout
• Coaxial connector for SPDIF (IEC-60958) audio input (transformer coupled and ground isolated)
• SPDIF input decoding and clock recovery is done with AKM 4117 input receiver
• Sample rates up to 192 kHz are supported
• 3.5mm stereo line output jack (2.15VRMS)
• 3-pin XLR balanced line output(4.3VRMS)
• USB 1.0 connectivity: Driverless plug-and-play operation on Mac and Windows PCs, supports sample rates up to 96kHz with 24-bit precision
• USB Audio Class 2 operation via toggle switch: Driverless operation on Mac OS and Windows 10, supports sample rates up to 384 kHz and DSD256
• Dimensions, L x W x H: 3.9 x 4.1 x 1.2 in (100 x 104 x 30 mm)
• Weight: 7.44 oz (210.8 g)

• Easy to set up, no special software, app, or driver to install, a true plug-and-play digital audio adapter
• With USB, optical and coaxial S/PDIF inputs can fit with most home audio system, and RCA output can be connected to amplifier or powered speakers on your desktop; Built-in Hi-Fi headphone amp chip can drive most 16ohm to 200ohm headphones
• 160mW RMS(32 ohms, 20 Hz - 20 KHz, 0.01% THD), with bass and treble control can be used as preamp or volume controller for your PC/MAC/Computer
• Mini Compact D/A converter, stream bit-perfect 24bit/192KHz HD with low jitter, with output protect circuit, safe for your expensive audio system
• Come with 5V USB power supply cable, optical cable, USB type B cable and 18-month warranty; Full metallic shell to ensure high quality

Product features

Product description:

PC-USB supports input sampling rate: 96K/24Bit

High and low sound adjustment range: ±6dB

Fiber/coaxial support input sampling rate: 192K/24Bit

Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz (±3dB)

PC-USB support operating system: XP/W7/W8/W10/MAC/linux

Distortion: 0.01%; SNR: ≥105dB

Amp output maximum power: 100mW 32Ω load

Headphone matching impedance: 16-200Ω

Working voltage: DC5V; RCA output level: 2.3V

Size (L*W*H): 73.5*98*33MM (without knobs and terminals)

Product description

The hip-dac is an advanced USB / DAC headphone amp for the discerning on the go listener Just connect to the USB port of any smart device using an OTG cable or Apple CKK (sold separately) and enjoy Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music HD, Tidal or similar like never before in one trendy, tuneful package. With a maximum 6-hour battery life, immerse yourself in the spectacular sound of hip-dac on the plane, in the coffee shop or at home. If you have high end or hi fidelity headphones you are going to need a suitable amplifier to drive them to their true performance potential as well as an exceptional external HiFi Digital Analog Converter or DAC to process your music files in high resolution to enhance your experience even further. The DACs in a smartphone, computer, tablet or audio player on the market are not designed for processing high quality sound. iFi audio has developed top of the line products to meet your various needs and preferences whether you are an everyday listener or an experienced audiophile. The hip-dac offers a cutting-edge Burr-Brown digital-to-analogue converter for the ultimate in signal conversion. It plays all high res audio formats including DSD 256, DXD 384, PCM 384 kHz and MQA with native digital to analog conversion so you can listen to any file the way the original recording was intended. A balanced circuit design provides less distortion for cleaner sound. A dual mono headphone amplifier provides up to 400 mW of power to drive a wide range of headphones. A 4.4mm balanced output features balanced wiring all the way to the amplifier to cut crosstalk and distortion. A 3.5mm jack is also featured along with a USB A male input. Low end bass frequencies are no problem thanks to our XBass system which corrects headphone bass frequency to deliver a deep, tight and prodigious bass. The adjustable Power Match feature allows you to adjust the gain to better pair up with your headphone needs. Altogether producing mind blowing music at your fingertips

• PORTABLE DESIGN - Your music will never stop with up to 6 hrs of battery life and a slim, lightweight design perfect for carrying in your pocket wherever life takes you
• HIGH RESOLUTION AUDIO - From Spotify to Tidal MQA to MP3 and beyond, play any high res audio format with native digital to analog conversion so you can listen to any song the way the original recording was intended
• POWERFUL AMPLIFIER - Suited to your style, listen to in ear monitors or drive over the ear headphones with 400 mW max power output from the on-board amplifier
• EASY CONNECTIVITY – Connects directly to your smartphone with the USB Input, and works with balanced 4.4mm or S-Bal 3.5mm headphone plugs for ultimate convenience and versatility
• HIGH TECH – Power Match and XBass offer adjustable analog enhancements to customize your listening experience without compromising the digital conversion

User questions & answers

Question:	When will these be available to purchase
Answer:	It’s available now
Question:	Can it run while charging
Answer:	Yes.
Question:	Hi it’s supports iPod and iPad? thank you
Answer:	For iPad Pros and the latest ipadOS, you can just directly use the usb-c to usb-a that comes with this dac. For iPhones and iPods you do need the camera connection kit. I am using it with my iPad pro 2018 with the included usb-c cable
Question:	can this be used for my car stereo
Answer:	I strongly advise against doing so. I'm assuming your question is "can I plug this into the auxiliary input on my car?" In which case, no. Doing so would be "amping and amp" and that's a no-no in electronics. You run a really high risk of burning up both things when connected in this way. The Hip-Dac is one of the few products in this product category that does not provide a line out or a pre-out. It also does not do bluetooth. Typically I find that a phone's or mp3 player's headphone output is sufficient to plug directly into a car stereo. The road is not a great place for hearing that last 10-20% of fidelity these products provide. However, if you still need the option, the Topping NX4-DSD and the Fiio Q1 mkII are similar products that offer a line-out that you can use to plug into your car stereo.

Product description

Thanks to a Wolfson 24-bit DAC, a 24-bit/96kHz driverless USB Audio 1.0 input and S/PDIF and TosLink digital inputs, the DacMagic 100 takes the sound from your computer, TV and other digital devices and adds detail, depth and added clarity to give you a true audio experience.

• Three Digital Inputs
• Asynchronous USB
• 24-bit/192k Support
• Wolfson DAC
• Dramatically improves sound quality and reduces distortion

User questions & answers

Question:	Does dacmagic 100 wake up automatically upon input signal after it was put to sleep by its "auto power down" feature
Answer:	As it comes from the factory, the DACMagic 100 powers down automatically after 60 minutes and does not turn on until you turn it on. This feature can be defeated. See p.16 of the owner's manual for details.Dick from Spearit Sound
Question:	Does anybody know if this powers off by itself or sleep mode. Is it OK to just leave power on 24/7 ? any harm to just leave it on
Answer:	Hi, No it does not power off automatically. That is the only draw back that I can see. More inputs than most. Sounds great. Good price.
Question:	What chipset are being used
Answer:	Wolfson WM8742 24 bit DAC according to the Cambridge Audio website
Question:	Would I be able to use my android phone as source via my portable Bluetooth receiver
Answer:	Not the right way to think about DAC. This one requires wired input - USB. Not sure if there is a way to covert audio out of Android to USB.

Product features

Revolutionize Digital Audio

Lots of digital devices, like Blu-Ray players, TVs and PCs, have DACs built in, but often they leave much to be desired when it comes to sound quality. DacMagic 100 bypasses these inferior processors and decodes the digital audio itself to deliver a vastly improved sound.

High-Performance DAC

A Wolfson WM8742 DAC is at the heart of the DacMagic 100. This is where the magic happens, accepting playback of up to 24-bit/192kHz high-resolution digital audio files.

Connect Up to Four Devices Simultaneously

DacMagic 100 features 2x coaxial inputs, 1x optical input and 1x USB Audio input. Controls on the front panel let you switch between sources, so once you’ve connected up to four devices, you won’t have to worry about cables again.

TECH SPECS

• DIGITAL TO ANALOGUE CONVERTER Wolfson WM8742 24-bit DAC
• FREQUENCY RESPONSE 20Hz to 20kHz (±0.1dB)
• THD @ 1KHZ 0DBFS <0.0025% 24-bit
• THD @ 1KHZ -10DBFS <0.0025% 24-bit
• THD @ 20KHZ 0DBFS <0.0025%
• SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO -113dBr
• TOTAL CORRELATED JITTER <130pS
• CROSSTALK @ 1KHZ < -130dB
• CROSSTALK @ 20KHZ < -112dB

Product description

PROZOR Digital to Analog Audio Converter converts coaxial or toslink digital PCM audio signals to analog L/R RCA and 3.5mm Jack audio.

It also can be used for PS3, XBox, Blue-ray player, HD DVD, etc. which have no RCA(L/R) outputs or 3.5mm Jack output.



Features:

Converts coaxial or toslink digital PCM audio signals to analog L/R RCA and 3.5mm Jack audio simultaneously ( not capable of being reversed)

Available for connection to an external device such as an amplifier via standard RCA jacks or a headphone via 3.5mm jack cable

Supports uncompressed 2-channel LPCM digital audio signal output

Supports sampling rate at32KHz, 44.1KHz, 48KHz and 96KHz;

24-bitS/ PDIF incoming bit stream on left and right channels

Provides electromagnetic-noise-free transmission

Easy to install and simple to operate

Compact size and easy to carry

Certificated by FCC RoHS



Specifications:

Color: Black

Housing: Full Metal

Weight: approx 90g

Input audio connector: 1 x Toslink, 1 x RCA (Coaxial)

Output audio connector: 2 x RCA(R/L), 1 x 3.5mm Jack

Powered by 5.5mm USB power cable

Consumption: 0.5W (max)

Dimension: 73 x 55 x 22 mm

Package List:

1* PROZOR digital to analog audio converter

1* Toslink cable (Optical cable)

1* USB power cable

1* User manual Note:



Do Not Use Other Plugs, It Can Only Use 5V 1A Plug



Please set your TV audio output to PCM / LPCM: Device homepage--system setting--image and sound---voice setting--digital audio output--PCM/LPCM.



If Panasonic TV, please set TV audio output to SPDIF output.



If Samsung TV, please turn on its external speakers : menu - sound - speaker settings - external speakers - on.



This DAC may have some compatibility problem with Youtube or Netflix.



Warranty:

This PROZOR Digital to Analog Audio Converter Provides 18 Months Warranty.

• PROZOR 192KHz Digital to Analog Audio Converter: Converts coaxial or toslink digital PCM audio signals to analog L/R RCA and 3.5mm Jack audio simultaneously ( not capable of being reversed)
• Input Audio Connector: 1 x Toslink, 1 x RCA (Coaxial); Output Audio Connector: 2 x RCA(R/L), 1 x 3.5mm Jack; Powered by 5.5mm USB Power Cable (Power Adapter is NOT Included); Do Not Use Other Plugs, It Can Only Use 5V 1A Plug
• Supports Sampling Rate at 32KHz, 44.1KHz, 48KHz, 96KHz, 192KHz; 24bit S/ PDIF Incoming Bit Stream on Left and Right Channels
• Supports Uncompressed 2 channel LPCM or PCM Digital Audio Signal Output; Provides Electromagnetic-noise-free Transmission(5.1 channel is incompatible, please set the audio output to PCM or LPCM）
• Easy to Install and Simple to Operate; Can be Used for PS3, PS4, Blu-ray Player, HD DVD, Home Cinema Systems, AV Amps, Etc

Product features

192kHz 24bit CS8416 Chipset

Supports sampling rate at 32KHz, 44.1KHz, 48KHz, 96KHz and 192KHz.

24-bit SPDIF incoming bit stream on left and right channels.

Size:

Easy to install and simple to operate.

Compact size and easy to carry.

Coaxial or toslink PCM 2.0 signals to analog L/R RCA and 3.5mm Jack audio.

Product description

Why do you need a Digital to Analog Converter (DAC)? The DACs in a smartphone, computer, tablet or audio player on the market are not designed for processing high quality sound. You are going to need an exceptional external HiFi Digital to Analog Converter (DAC) to process your music files in high resolution to enhance your audio experience. iFi audio has developed top of the line products to meet the various needs and preferences whether you are an everyday listener or an experienced audiophile. iFi ZEN DAC The ZEN DAC by iFi audio is a compact home audio digital to analog converter or DAC designed with cutting-edge technology to bring audiophile grade sound to your existing home audio system. It is perfect for all audiophiles and music lovers to upgrade their home or professional audio setup. Use with a desktop computer, laptop, or home audio system to add high-fidelity audio. Connect the ZEN DAC via USB then stream from your favorite music app such as Amazon Music Spotify, Tidal or Qobuz or play stored files from your device. This will seriously ramp up your enjoyment as the hi-res audio will now be on par with the 4K picture quality. The Tech The ZEN DAC offers a Burr Brown True Native chipset for playback of files up to Quad DSD 256 and PCM 384kHz as well as MQA rendering for high resolution audio. With 6.3mm Unbalanced and 4.4mm Balanced outputs use with your favorite headphones. The 4.4mm balanced output also connects to a BAT amplifier, or use 4.4mm > XLR to hook up to pro level active speakers. Connect via analog RCA output to your amp or active speakers. Choose between dedicated digital and analog stages with a switch located on the back. With a sturdy military grade aluminum chassis that boasts smooth curves and a tranquil design, upgrading your system could not be easier or more stylish. Turn the volume up, relax, and learn to enjoy the music again!

• UPGRADE YOUR SYSTEM - With this state of the art compact Digital Analogue Converter for home audio, office, or desktop use, you will hear a difference and clarity in your audio system whether you use speakers or headphones
• EASY CONNECTIVITY - Connect via USB3.0 (USB2.0 compatible) input from your USB source such as a computer or Digital Audio Player (DAP). Output to headphones, active speakers, or amplifier with 6.3mm Unbalanced / 4.4mm Balanced / RCA connections
• HIGH RESOLUTION AUDIO - Hear familiar songs in a whole new light with rich detail and warm natural tones created by the Burr Brown True Native digital to analogue converter which can process any hi-res audio format up to PCM 24/384, DSD256, DXD 384kHz, and renders MQA all without additional conversion so you can listen exactly as the artist intended. Also perfect for upgrading the sound for streaming services such as Spotify, Tidal, Qobuz, and Amazon Music
• TECH PACKED - With technology like: Variable analogue volume control, PowerMatch adjustment for iEMs/On & Over Ears, and TrueBass to add bass to iEMs, you can listen to your music with smoother, cleaner, playback
• STYLISH AND SMART DESIGN - Military Grade Aluminum makes up a sturdy and sleek exterior. The smooth curves and edges will bring a sense of peace and tranquility to your home or office

User questions & answers

Question:	Does it really work with usb2.0 without external power? i don't have 3.0 in my 2009 macbook pro, did anyone tried it
Answer:	Yes, it will work on both USB2.0 and 3.0. As long as the input voltage is 5V, which is standard for USB, the device will operate as intended.
Question:	Will it power the dt 990 pro 250ohm to max volume with usb connection
Answer:	Yes it will no problem, I've used it with 300 ohm headphones like the hd600 before
Question:	The case for this is so ugly and impracticle. Are there plans to design a better stackable case
Answer:	What exactly isn’t stackable about this case? It’s flat now n bottom and on top.
Question:	Does this include the power adapter? Thanks
Answer:	It doesn't come with one unless you buy the bundle that I've noticed on here. I didn't buy one with it and although it runs on USB power I was experiencing some crackles and pops. Just got a cheapo power supply for it (Belker 36W Universal 3V 4.5V 5V 6V 7.5V 9V 12V AC DC Adapter Power Supply) no more crackles and pops 👍👍

Product description

DAC-X6 Optical/Coaxial/USB Decoder USB DAC AMP Audio Headphone Amplifier

SPECIFICATIONS

Digital input :PC USB / Coaxial / Optical(with toggle switch)

Output: 6.35mm headphone out / 2ch stereo power amp

Line level output: RMS 1.8V

Frequency response: ±3dB(20Hz-20khz）

Headphones Impedance:32Ω-600Ω

Headphone power output : 520mW@16Ω，450mW@32Ω，250mW@64Ω，165mW@120Ω

SNR: -94dB

THD: 0.001%

Sampling rate :

USB:24bit / 96kHz;  16bit / 192kHz

Optical / Coaxial : 24bit / 192kHz

Adapter Voltage: 100-240ACV

Machine power / adapter output voltage: Dc12V 1A above

Size: 5.7 x 3.9 x1.4 in

Weight:1.1lb

PRODUCT LIST

*DAC-X6 ×1

*Use guide×1

*Power adapter(12V1A)×1

*Certificate of conformity×1

*6.5 to 3.5 joint ×1

*USB Cable×1

• Unique Design: Compact and adaptable, connect to active speakers via RCA to improve sound quality, or for use as a powerful headphone amp.NOTICE:DAC-X6 volume adjustment only works on headphones. Headphone and RCA output will emit sound at the same time when the DAC-X6 is working. You can turn off your active speakers or amplifiers according to your needs
• A variety of input and output modes: The amps can be PC-USB, optical fiber, coaxial three inputs, can be connected to TV set-top box, DVD, DCD; output mode has RAC, 6.35mm headphone port 2, can be connected to power amplifier, tube vacuum amp, active speaker
• Chipset: The mini amps chip uses OPA2134PA+6120A2+CS4398+SA9023+OP275G to provide strong guarantee for tone input and output.
• Efficient protection and long life: The audio decoder uses OPA2134 and NE5532P two special op amps specially designed for audio. The op amp can be freely replaced and upgraded. At the same time, a relay protectors may protect the headphones and speakers.
• Perfect for Music : When you use it for music, it can bring you fantastic music enjoyment.DAC-X6 also is really good for FPS gaming.Can use it with dolby atmos and the directional sounds perfectly

User questions & answers

Question:	What's the output impedance
Answer:	The Recommend headphones for this device is between 32- 600 ohms. Some reviewers suggest 600 ohms, As for the RCA output I'm not sure but it has enough gain to drive my Denon amp
Question:	What recommended to do? plugging the dac with usb or dc power? what will be the best option
Answer:	Hi. As far as I know, this DAC can be connected only with the power cable. No USB charge available.
Question:	I have a pair if beyerdynamic dt900! will this amp improve sound quilty and volume? using headphone for playing while drumming
Answer:	It will depend the impedance of the headphone itself, because of the fact that the amp is relatively low power, but I can’t say if it will be an improvement if I don’t know what you are comparing it to. But compared to a phone or a laptop, it is a significant improvement
Question:	Is there any line noise or pooping sound when taking in optical audio output from a computer? Any popping when music stops playing
Answer:	I’ve never had any line noise or popping using optical. That is via a TV not computer but can’t imagine it would be different. The only popping I’ve ever had was if the power was pulled from the unit and then plugged back in while the volume was up but you shouldn’t ever need to unplug it, it doesn’t run hot or draw power when the switch is off.

• AK4493 DAC chips for the ultimate in decoding performance, supporting up to 768kHz/32bit and native DSD
• Equipped with XMOS XUF208 USB receiver chip+AKM AK4493 DAC+ Op-amps OPA1642 + flagship TI TPA6120
• Extremely powerful headphone amplification for a total power output of up to 1.5 W under a 32Ω load, and up to 20Vpp at 300Ω
• Multiple interfaces- headphone jacks(6.35mm) /RCA outputs+ USB Coaxial, Optical, and Line-in inputs
• More accurate ADC volume control +Gain and bass switches

User questions & answers

Question:	Do I need drivers for this to work properly
Answer:	If you have Windows 10, your computer will automatically download and install driver once you plug in the K5 Pro (and turn it on). However, I think this will limit to 24 bit and 192K. To get 32 bit and 768K, you will need to down load Fiio's own driver. Google "Fiio's Support" to find the driver.
Question:	Will this improve the quality of music streamed from Spotify? I currently have my sound card setting to 24bit 192khz
Answer:	No. Music streamed from Spotify will always be compressed. To really notice this Fiio DAC you will need a FLAC audio file and a good pair of headphones.
Question:	Would this would be an upgrade from the creative sound blasterx g
Answer:	That depends, the G6 is a clean sounding dac/amp, surprisingly good for a "gamer" oriented device, people think creative, gamer type device and think its junk without trying it, its actually very good. Its has a high quality dac and amp. If you're using the k5 pro or g6 for gaming, the g6 wins. The k5 has no mic input so that is a major issue especially on console, pain on PC. Also the G6 can easily drive headphones up to 300 ohm, i mean really push em hard. For music both are good, the k5 pro has more power so if youre only using it for music and you have 600 ohm headphones Then k5 pro all the way. I have both. I was using my k5 daily until I got my schiit hel, now i use the hel as its much simpler to keep it hooked to my PC for gaming and music. My G6 is hooked to my ps4. The difference in sound quality isnt big at all, and software for the g6 is really good, you can do so much with it and tweak the sound to your liking. With the k5 you're stuck with no software, you cant save different sound profiles to it. Even if creative SB stops support for G6, we still have the current software which is good and theres been zero need to update it. Unless you have high ohm cans, you will likely be disappointed going G6 to k5. If its just music or you don't need a mic, k5 pro is very good
Question:	What cables doni need to connect this to my PC
Answer:	To connect to your PC you only need the included USB-B cable (looks like a printer cable). You will also obviously need a power cable (also included).

Product features

AKM AK4493EQ DAC chips

The K5 Pro is equipped with AKM’s AK4493EQ DAC chips - known for its smooth, pleasant yet detailed sound due to its high signal-to-noise ratio and low distortion. Audio up to 768kHz/32 bit sampling rates and bit-depths are supported as well as native DSD

XMOS USB Audio

We elected to use the XMOS XUF208 microcontroller for its stability, powerful functionality, and its proven reliability.

Utterly precise volume control

When the NJRC NW1195A analog volume adjustment chip is paired with the combination of the flagship TI TPA6120 op-amp and the OPA1642 JEFT op-amp,the K5 Pro provides wonderfully smooth,yet high resolution sound.

ADC volume control

The use of ADC volume control can not only eliminate channel volume imbalances, but also allows the user to smoothly adjust the volume to a more accurate and finer degree to boost headphones of all kinds of sensitivity for a variety of listening needs.

All-aluminum black body

The all-aluminum black body has been painstakingly CNC-machined, anodized, and sandblasted to ensure that the K5 Pro feels robust yet perfectly textured for a great feel in your hands.

Gain switches

With the K5 Pro, you can switch between low ,medium and high gain levels (depending on how much driving power your headphone needs) .

Unique RGB status lights

With the K5 Pro,the RGB light indicator that surrounds the volume knob lights up with different colors,you can quickly identify the current sample rate.

48kHz and Below:Blue light flashing

48kHz and above: Yellow light flashing

DSD: Green light flashing

Getting precise with toggle switches

Both the input selection(USB DAC/SPDIF IN/LINE IN) and gain(Low 0db/Medium+6db/High+10db)so that it's easily for you to control your music

Versatility from multiple interfaces

Different connection options for different scenarios: Coaxial/Optical/RCA line-in +6.34mm(1/4 in.) headphone outputs/RCA line-out

Extremely Powerful headphone amplification

With the K5 Pro we have redesigned and further optimized the audio circuit to squeeze out every last drop of potential from the TPA6120, for a total power output of up to 1.5W under a 32ohm load,and up to 20Vpp at 300ohm.

Safe,Secure,and robust external power supply

The K5 Pro uses a DC 15V power supply designed to specifically minimize noise.This effectively suppresse power supply ripple and minimizes power supply crosstal betweek the two major sections of the sircuit,for a more stable and less noisy power that is crucial for outstanding sound for such a precisely-designed high preformance audio architecture.

• 10GBase-CU, 2 Meter
• 2-pair differential twinax cable, Passive, EEPROM I2C
• Compatible with Cisco SFP-H10GB-CU2M, Ubiquiti and more
• 10Gtek's automatic assembly line, assures the consistency of manufacture under the process of laser cutting, aluminum shielding stripping, isolator stripping, automatic reshaping, automatic soldering and ultraviolet ray curing. Each DAC cables take the TDR & VNA measurement, guaranteeing passing the signal integrity test.
• We are a professional manufacturer and accept customized orders. If necessary, please contact us for customized SKU to meet your needs. Products will be shipped from China.

User questions & answers

Question:	are these cables suitable for tp-link t1700g-28tq and mellanox connectx-2 (mnpa19-xtr-10gb
Answer:	Yes, I've used them on that TP-Link
Question:	Does this work with Fortinet Fortigate's
Answer:	In our experience, Fortinet Fortigate's doesn't need special coding. We suggest that you can purchase a sample for testing first. If it doesn't work, we will provide you with 30 Days Free-returned. If any questions, please contact us at the following link and we'll work offer you the best solution, https://www.amazon.com/hz/help/contact/AE2OZG2NN3099?marketplaceID=ATVPDKIKX0DER&ref_=v_sp_contact_seller&sellerID=AE2OZG2NN3099&_encoding=UTF8&
Question:	Anyone know if these are compatible with the unifi 48-port switches (with sfp+ ports
Answer:	Yes. I'm using several of the 5 meter cables to route through the CMA on each of my servers to a couple Unifi 16-Port Aggregation switches. I've also used them on my 48 port 750w switches' SFP+ ports before. It's a different model variation, however I'm still pretty certain it will work for yours. Also, I'd like to add, I'm using a bunch of different SFP+ cables for my Unifi equipment. I'm yet to run into an SFP+ compatibility issue across the different variations I've used. Including cables made for Cisco, Mellanox, Intel and brands from 10Gtek, Cable Matters, Wiitek, ipolex, QSFPTEK, to Ubiquiti's own SFP+ transceivers/DAC's. TL;DR, honestly, Ubiquiti SFP+ ports seem to be compatible with just about every cable on the market. If it fits, it should work. Also, if it for some reason doesn't, you should be able to return the cable and get a refund.
Question:	Does this cable work with Dell switches? Specifically, a X
Answer:	This cable is Cisco compatible, so it will not work the Dell X1052 switch. For Dell X1052, we would recommend that you purchase this Dell compatible DAC cable, please visit by https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088FNB7MR?ref=myi_title_dp If any questions, please contact us at the following link and we'll work offer you the best solution, https://www.amazon.com/hz/help/contact/AE2OZG2NN3099?marketplaceID=ATVPDKIKX0DER&ref_=v_sp_contact_seller&sellerID=AE2OZG2NN3099&_encoding=UTF8&