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Measurements vs. listening experience. I recently purchased the Topping D70 Pro based on the ASR results The DAC produces squeaky clean sound out of my KEF LS150 and Totem Forrest, exactly as the measurements suggest. What it doesn't do is create a sonically enjoyable listening experience for...

I can't speak for audio manufacturers but for PC OEMs's the devices are pre-tested and if needed fine-tuned (some have dedicated 'experience labs' for that) before being sent to large/popular reviewers. So, I wouldn't discount the possibility.