A. The Objective DAC sells for $129 which is the same price as Topping D30. But topping is a lot more feature rich with Toslink and S/PDIF inputs. Fine (happy panther) Votes: 88 39. Its is an usual Thesycon XMOS driver - not developed by Topping, used by almost all new DACs. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. #65. Adaboy4z. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. Replies 245 Views 46K. Dec 23, 2019. When one DAC fails, you've got some spares. #421. To be honest, one could almost mistake the DAC and the amp except for the visual cue and. Main: Topping E70, Topping pa5 II plus, Guru Audio Junior+ Desktop: Topping MX3s, Topping DX5 Lite, Ino Audio piMx,. Replies 242 Views. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. More Buying Choices $99. Sep 22, 2023. This is a review and detailed measurements of the Topping "TP" RD3 balanced stereo USB rackmount DAC with Bluetooth. Seattle Area. Location. In terms of measurements, the dac8 Stereo may in fact measure better. The version I have has the optional Raspberry Pi 4 module for streaming which costs an extra $89. 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:. It was kindly sent to me by the company. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. The DM7 is simplicity in itself as you can tell from its rear terminals: USB input is the only one provided which is just fine with me. 218,811. Poll; SMSL. Try another USB port or buy something like the topping P50 (Linear Power Supply). Nov 1, 2023. 1% 4. 82. Replies 288 Views 98K. Location. R. DACs Topping RD3 Adaboy5 Sep 15, 2023 A Adaboy5 Member Sep 15, 2023 #1 Just received it in the mail today. Newbie here, so if I come off as ill-informed, please excuse my ignorance. About this item. ZolaIII. Laptop -> Topping E30 DAC -> miniDSP 2x4 -> JBL 308P Mkii Speakers (2-channel) & SVS SB-1000 Pro Subwoofer. shenzhenaudio. This is a review and detailed measurements of the SMSL D-6s balanced stereo DAC with Bluetooth support. shenzhenaudio. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. Adaboy4z. TOPPING RD3 NEW TP Series HIFI audio decoder dual AK4493S chip DAC Bluetooth LDAC DSD512 RCA and XLR balanced output. I guess Topping just didn't even glance at their competition before marketing this line as high value, because it's literally anything but that. Replies 242 Views. A. This is a review and detailed measurements of the new Topping D70 balanced audio DAC. Saturday at. Anyway taking power from DAPs drain its battery faster. Musician and DIY builder. As always suggestions, comments, corrections, bad jokes, etc. This is an unusual DAC in that it goes to extremes to implement everything on its own including digital filters for the DAC using a combo of ARM and Analog devices DSP. Oct 21, 2023. Replies 242 Views 42K. A. 108 on the other so very excellent (0. Adaboy4z. S. IamJF. This is the review and measurements of the secretive Topping D50 DAC. Adaboy4z. The EL DAC II costs US $299. This thing is $229 and can't even beat the $79 SU1. This is a review and detailed measurements of the LA-QXD1 balanced (XLR) USB DAC. This is a review and detailed measurements and comparison of Musical Fidelity V90-DAC against Topping D50. This is a review and detailed measurements of the Schiit Modi+ stereo USB DAC. Review and Measurements of Topping DX3Pro DAC and Headphone Amp. The factory has a couple of buttons) Last edited: Jun 5, 2020. This is a review and detailed measurements of the Gustard X26Pro USB balanced DAC. I can't read the branding as it is faded out but the number. D50s Multi-input LDAC&PCM768&DSD512 DAC. I usually. It's purely a marketing exercise, get as much out the door as possible to keep up with SMSL and the SMSL subsidiaries. Award Score. I cannot justify upgrading my Okto, Benchmark and Gustard DACs, but I imagine the joy for those who will move upward to this Topping D70 Pro Sabre, especially if their DAC is more than a few years old. D70 Pro SABRE Fully Balanced DAC. This is one of the cheapest DACs with SPDIF inputs, level control and remote. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. Location. Adaboy4z. The box is solid and has fair bit of heft to it, likely due to power supply transformer. Aug 30, 2023. 100% secure. There is just so much of dac topping to discover, so take advantage of the deals and buy your dac. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11. Some users consider the extremely small click noise that occurs when switching songs to be a problem, but I think it works perfectly. I imagine this is almost entirely a product for the home rack. S. Jul 30, 2022. The distortion profile (H3 then H2 and H5) is also very similar. A. Seattle Area. Deleted member 58865. And another with Toslink optical input pushing the price a whopping $40 more to $139. Adaboy4z. First, I bet Topping D90SE has better analog output section than Mytek. Aug 16, 2023. I would like to get one for the studio but it would be nice to read more comments about it first. 5MM AUX for PS5/PC/MAC/ComputerThe latest node has usb output for a dac. I hope that they have better quality control over the product. com. To adjust volume to match a recording some 12dB are quite enough. yanm said: A question on the auto standby feature of the E50: it seems not to work as I expected. I. #381. It is on kind loan from the company. The white LED that indicates the selected input is nice but alas, there is some bleed into the other. Tangband. Sabaj A20d - Big problems with the setup. Hmmm, as a proud owner of the Topping D10S DAC, I always liked the idea of the E30, and now the E30ii is out!? Wonder if the new(er) revision will be a better choice than the original E30. D3 can input RCA coaxial, BNC coaxial, fiber optic signal, supports a wide 16bit-24bit, 32kHz-192kHz. Adaboy4z. Add to. #488. Seattle Area. I currently have a Topping BC3 (Bluetooth dac) and it allows me to adjust the Bluetooth volume from iPad or iPhone. Replies 242 Views 44K. #1. #732. Jun 12, 2021. Location. The company was kind enough to send me a sample for review. (影音消費經驗分享 . This is a review and detailed measurements of the Ladder Schumann "FPGA" (R2R) balanced DAC. The d1-six costs 13,500 euros including VAT in Europe and $12,400 for export. Their genius is selling excellence for less, not audio jewelry for more. A touch button turns on the unit (takes it out of standby) and also lets you select inputs. If I put the E50 in standby via the "power button" of the remote, the E50 does not come out. DAC Upgrade Advice. This is very nice when listening from. D3 can connect the computer to become a good external USB sound card, USB supported range of up to 24bit/96kHz, through the drive can support ASIO. raif71 said: some DAPs fail to act as a power supply. #1. Sep 22, 2023. #1. It was sent to me by the company and costs US $149. I think after completing the installation it is good to turn the DAC off and on again. It was sent to me by the company and costs US $139. Fine (happy panther) Votes: 88 39. Update. Adaboy4z. 1. DM7 and other TOPPING products use the same driver. The latter translates into US $13,816. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. windfr Member. Topping Audio Store. Samsung S6 is actually another great power source - OTG adapter and Topping USb cable. Here at the onset of clipping, Topping produces a very clean output of 0. The M400 costs US $810 from prices I see online. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. I'm hoping someone might know how well the smsl d6s would work with the optical output of a TV. I was pleasantly surprised with the new industrial design which while minimalistic, manages to impress with its modern style. 104. 6 watts at just 0. I. It is on kind loan from a member and costs US $999 from their dealers. View attachment 306076 The unit sports a gorgeous, white segmented display with highly responsive control. Reactions: XpanD. View attachment 36898. Replies 242 Views 44K. It was a bonus after I asked to buy the Topping DX7s. The Topping D50 is one of the most attractive DACs I have. The new version brings Bluetooth, remote control and better performance (see measurements below). G. (In this particular D90, it has the modified keypad with a knob. I. 134. I just reviewed its companion headphone amplifier, the Topping L50. Seattle Area. It competes against the D10S. R. Adaboy4z. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. The sound of the E50 is excellent, I do not want to buy another DAC from another brand. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. Only 1 left in stock - order soon. TCR2-25/75/125, 25/75/125cm RCA cable. The company kindly sent me a pre-production unit. Joined Aug 29, 2020. Replies 245 Views 46K. I also think it sounds great with the Topping, but to be honest, other than being able to go. This is review and detailed measurements of the Topping E30 II DAC. This is a review and detailed measurements of the SMSL D400 Pro balanced stereo DAC with Bluetooth support. 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. Topping D30 Pro . It was sent to me by their seller, Shenzhenaudio and costs US $749. Oct 20, 2023. Joined Aug 25, 2020 Messages 845 Likes. I like the rack look and big display. The measured performance of the digital volume control in the D70 wil be rivalling or outperforming any. Seattle Area. Poll;The E30 costs 130$, this one 99. The EL DAC II costs US $299. amirm; Nov 1, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 10 11 12. D. May 31, 2020. First I played MQA file through BS Node with attached E50 with optical cable. This is a review and detailed measurements of the Topping E70 stereo USB DAC with Bluetooth. R. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. Sold by HIFI College and ships from Amazon Fulfillment. Replies 242 Views 44K. RCA right out E50 to RCA right in (low level) SVS PB12 sub #2. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. Adaboy4z. Replies 242 Views. Apr 17, 2023. Last edited: Mar 7, 2020. Unless my memory is hazy, the D70 produces the best measured performance of any Topping DAC. Sep 22,. It was sent to me by the company and costs US $199. . #1. #82. Let me start by confessing that the original D10 was one of my favorites with its cute orange display, and very reasonable cost. NOTE: Given some recent comments that manufactures. Then pick up a Topping DX3 Pro. Feb 21, 2018. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. Replies 245 Views 45K. Sep 22, 2023. A. Poll; SMSL D400 Pro Balanced DAC Review. In turn they try to resynch which results in pauses and other sound discontinuities. 82: DSD 128: 5. Sep 22, 2023. MEASUREMENTS / REVIEW: Topping D10 Balanced (D10B) DAC. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. 82DSD" will be switched to "Error" for a moment. I. #1. In "DAC mode", if the audio is disconnected, the display of "2. Location. Morph9683; Oct 1, 2023; General Audio Discussions; 2. Both are XLR via short cables into the Topping Pre90/Ext90, so the load should be identical. Replies 247 Views 38K. RCA left out E50 to RCA left in (low level) SVS PB12 sub #1. Description: TOPPING D10S is a USB DAC with Line out, Optical and Coaxial output. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. Jul 26, 2022. Measured output voltage was 2. NOTE: Given some recent comments that manufactures. my sound system is in a closed cupboard and invisible. Seattle Area. It kind of manages to look "high-end" while obviously being priced lower. The 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. I just did one experiment, I took a usb tester and turned it on between the dac and the smartphone and it turns out both smartphones give the same 170mA and 5V. amirm. There’s something else happening here. Thursday at 3:28 PM. #1. The Gustard had minor clicks during soft passages on DSD until I updated the MCU firmware (fixed on new X16 DACs). 93. I usually buy my Topping products unless they are not available in the market as was the case here. 0 ES9038PRO DSD512 PCM32bit/768kHz USB/Coax/Opt/AES/IIS Desktop Audio Preamp Decoder (Black) $799. Using digital volume is recommended to avoid clipping. D70 Pro OCTO Fully Balanced DAC. 021 dB difference). amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. Add SPDIF to Topping. This is a review and detailed measurements of the Mhdt Labs Pagoda R2R DAC with tube buffer. Because the Topping D50s DAC measurements were obviously carried out incorrectly, but no one is in a hurry to admit this and change the conditions of the experiment. Also, my old Belkin 10 feet USB 1 cable definitely didn't work. Add to wishlist Quick view Add to wishlist. This is a review and detailed measurements of the FX Audio DAC-SQ3. A. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. amirm; Aug 16, 2023;. Seattle Area. Sep 22, 2023. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. I use the E30 in DAC mode. Rja4000. I emailed Topping for some more info and how it compares to the D2. Forum Donor. Adaboy4z. Topping hugely steps up the look of their DACs with inclusion of a high resolution, high contrast LCD that can show different UI (I have selected VU meter). Replies 242 Views 43K. Review Index. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. TOPPING. Mar 11, 2019. Views. Replies 235 Views 32K. Sep 22, 2023. Adaboy4z. payments. Seattle Area. Seattle Area. Location. A. Seattle Area. Thread starter amirm; Start date Mar 19, 2020;. The M400 costs US $810 from prices I see online. 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. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. A. #1. usern Senior Member. Poll; Rega DAC-R DAC Review. The Airist R2R costs US $350. 45 and can be. Then you have two huge plain black rackmount boxes (non-removable ears, too lol) with basic white segmented displays straight out of a VCR from 2001, making a whopping 57w at @8R. It was sent to me by the company and costs US $349. #1. #821. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. Soon will have the matching Topping A50 headphone amplifier. The bright and large display is great to read from far, making the DAC just as suitable for general 2-channel system as well as desktop. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. The latter translates into US $13,816. So in summary, the Topping D30 continues to outperform. Seattle Area. 1khz on the way to a final rate at all. Topping E70 Stereo DAC Review. It was kindly sent to me by the company and costs US $720 on Amazon with free shipping. TCX1. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. 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. PC Setup: SoundblasterX G6 DAC -> JDS Labs Atom Headphone Amp -> Sennheiser HD560s & AKG K702 & Hifiman HE4XX & NAD HP50 & Sennheiser HD600 all EQ'd to Harman Curve. Optical: 16 – 24 bit/32 – 192 kHz. D. Location. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. Adaboy4z. Jul 26, 2022. It was sent to me by the company and sells from US $86 to $100 (latter on Amazon with Prime shipping). The sloping down section of the curve is normally noise dominated. Replies 164 Views 38K. (eg. Sep 22, 2023. AndyLu Active Member. It is a joy to use. Sep 22, 2023. The proposed project will start with one DAC plant that captures 500 kilotonnes of atmospheric CO 2 per year and is expected to expand to include multiple. The EL DAC II enclosure is made out of metal and looks slick: The front control both powers the unit and cycles through the three separate inputs. The DAC also displays the upsampled frequencies correctly. Its nice that the topping dac seems so good . Replies 104 Views. 1 has a more narrow stereoimage with a slightly more pronounced perceived bass. Behold the E50:. K. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. #1. Not terrible (postman panther) Votes:. 1. 12 minutes ago.