You are using it in USB or optical? In my opinion the optical output now is very good and yes, your and my impression are the same. No way for me to try the coaxial output, did you tried it?@Lasker the MKiii playing all day now, agree 100% in what you said, the differences are subtle, but in every aspect.
The IIII is slightly more open, but still with the nice bottom end that I love
I am using usb. don't have any optical options, but will try the coaxial cd player'sYou are using it in USB or optical? In my opinion the optical output now is very good and yes, your and my impression are the same. No way for me to try the coaxial output, did you tried it?
Yup, those are Type-C ports:Hi there! The MkIII seems to have USB-C ports. Is that right?
Seems fine, don't be surprised if your better coax cable changes ansolutely nothingAnyway I have a normal cable of 20$. Lately I like to listen my old cd, will buy a better coax cable.
I just purchased both the SMSL Sanskrit 10th Mk-3 and Topping E30 Mk-2, to test and choose. So far, listened to two tracks and somehow, my first impression is that E30 is more ... analogue, dry, piercing and the Sanskrit Mk-3 more ... full bodied, warm, pleasant (pardon my amateur vocab). I had a similar impression when listening to KEF Q350 vs ELAC DBR-62. I much prefer the look of the Topping, but so far ... sounds like SMSL is better ...I use the Mk3 with Adam t5v, the couple is simply magnific.
How did you volume-match the two DACs?So far, listened to two tracks and somehow, my first impression is that E30 is more ...
Yes, using a sufficiently transparent ADC like the APx555, ADI-2 Pro, or Cosmos ADC.Can one somehow test the multitone at home?
As far as I can tell, there are no Multitone measurements of the Sanskrit MKIII online. I expect it to perform the same as the E30 II though.Not sure what it is, but remember the argument was that E30 Mk-2 has better multitone vs Sanskrit, but Mk-2, not 3.
Using a switch box like the MC103 with a multimeter for volume matching, and with the help of a friend for actual double blind testing.What's a good way to compare two DACs?
I set the amp in one volume position (just above 25%) and then, while listening, just adjusted the DACs' volume to nice listening level.How did you volume-match the two DACs?
Unfortunately, I'm just a music enthusiast and not really advanced with any equipment, etc, so might not be able to follow those advice :/Yes, using a sufficiently transparent ADC like the APx555, ADI-2 Pro, or Cosmos ADC.
The same with the switch. Unfortunately, I have to manually reconnect the coaxial output cables between the DACs. Luckily, my MacBook has two USB outputs.Using a switch box like the MC103 with a multimeter for volume matching, and with the help of a friend for actual double blind testing.
Any other methods are susceptibility to false results due to placebo.
OK, just had a more focused listening session and chose the E30, as it has more detail, clarity and highs. Makes music much more exciting.So far, listened to two tracks and somehow, my first impression is that E30 is more ... analogue, dry, piercing and the Sanskrit Mk-3 more ... full bodied, warm, pleasant (pardon my amateur vocab). I had a similar impression when listening to KEF Q350 vs ELAC DBR-62. I much prefer the look of the Topping, but so far ... sounds like SMSL is better ...
it was already the case when I blind A/B'ed the e30 v sk10iimy first impression is that E30 is more ... analogue, dry, piercing and the Sanskrit Mk-3 more ... full bodied, warm, pleasant (pardon my amateur vocab).
How do I verify that the unit is in standby status? Is there an indication on the screen?I don't have either the Sanskrit 10th MkII or the E30, but do use an RPi4 with D50s and D10s. I'm afraid that I can't give an exact answer to your question, but can advise that you may need to find a work-around solution. There are lots of variables when using an RPi and you won't know how things work with your chosen DAC until you play around with it.
If the DAC won't go into standby you can do one of the following:
1. Leave the thing on 24/7.
2. Switch to a different input and see if that activates standby.
3. Use a USB switch to manually sever the RPi-DAC connection.
4. Get an on/off switch for the RPi and, at the end of the day/listening session, turn the RPi off.
I manually switch my D50s off and that works fine. The D10s is powered by the USB connection to the RPi and so I employ option 4. There'll be a solution, but you might have to work it out for yourself.
The power light should turn from blue to red when in standby (assuming it's the same as the older sanskrit)How do I verify that the unit is in standby status? Is there an indication on the screen?
With my mkII version, i don't notice any difference between with and without external supply. So, I don't use an external power supply.Considering the mkiii for my modest desktop setup (planning to hook it up to the USB port on my PC). Will an auxiliary power supply make a big difference compared to the standard USB port at the bottom? Is it possible to use both? Which power supply can you guys recommend?