dac & amp combo

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    DAC/AMP with digital out

    I'm searching for DAC/Headphone AMP combo which would have: 1. Multiple source inputs - 3x digital inputs. (USB, TOS and COAX in) 2. 1x digital out to adapt to AES Active Monitors (Genelec) 3. Headphone AMP - Single-ended analog output. 4. Optional: Balance XLR out The idea behind it is to...
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    Looking for Recommendations for a Gaming/Music Stationary Laptop DAC/AMP Stack 500-800 Range

    I'm really new to the audiophile scene and have been trying to research different setups/products to purchase for my new laptop upgrade. I am looking at purchasing the Hifiman Ananda wired headphones and looking for a DAC/AMP stack to pair with the headsets for my 70% gaming 30% music. I was...
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    dac/amp comb for hd660s and r200

    Hey guys I have purchased hd660s recently and I’m going to buy Polk r200 or focal 806 in a month. Actually I have no Dac/amp at all and I just have few questions. 1. Is balanced dac and 4.4mm out make any sense regardless of power. 2. Is pro-I mini3 great enough or any other cheaper options...
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    Help to choose a DAC/Amp

    Hello everyone, I'm trying to create my full audio setup and I've already decided on most of the parts, but after pulling my hair off on trying to understand how one should choose his DAC/Amp, I've decided that the best option should be to ask peoples that know how it works. So, my gear would...
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    Question about Dac/Class D Amp Combo.

    Hey guys, Im new as a member i suppose but ive been reading reviews and posts on here for months! some of the content on here is second to none as well as the reviews by amirm! but now i have a question of my own from someone recently brought into the never stop purchasing better stuff audio...
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    Help me choose a DAC/AMP under 200 USD

    Hi! I'm looking for a future proof DAC/AMP under 200$ (I'm in the EU). My headphones: 6XX, 560s, 770 80 Ohm. And I have a Fiio e10k, which is my temporary solution. And I don't know if the Dac chip inside is good enough to pair with the Schiit or atom. Option: Fiio K5 PRO (200$) Option: JDS...
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    Looking for a suitable amp recommendation, and maybe a DAC?

    Hello everyone! I've read a few of amir's reviews for DACs and amps but this will be the first time I'm participating in the forums. So basically I've been hanging around the periphery of the whole audio hobby for a few years but never tried to delve too deep. I'm currently a college student...
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    I have a budget of $700 - 800 for a DAC/Amplifier combo. Which one do you recommend?

    I have a pair of Audio-Technica ATH-R70x (470 ohms) headphones and I'm looking for a good DAC / Amp combo. My budget is 700 - 800 USD. Thank you very much for your suggestions.
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    Advice for Headphone + dac/amp

    Hello everyone! I would like to buy a pair of headphones and a dac/amp. I thought of buying a pair of DT990 Pros and a dac/amp but i read that they're not that good as i knew so i'm here asking for your advice. I would like to spend 300€ (maybe 30€-50 extra if it helps to get something much...
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    What amp/DAC do you recommend for my Audio-Technica ATH-R70x headphones?

    Hey there! I was recently given a pair of Audio-Technica ATH-R70x (470 ohms) headphones and I was wondering which amp / DAC you recommend to get the most out of it. I have a budget of 400 to 500 dollars. Thank you very much for your help.
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    Khadas Tea - New smartphone dac and amplifier

    Not a lot of information yet. But might be a bit interesting: https://www.khadas.com/tea
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    VMV SMSL A2 - DAC CHIP INSIDE

    Hi. I would like to know what is the DAC chip used in the VMV SMSL A2 (class D) amp. I see the amp has an UBS type B input, so I assume I could use it as as an external dac, connecting it directly to my PC with the XMOS driver. I own the DAC SMSL SU-9. I am very happy with that DAC and I...
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    Hidizs S9 Pro bit-perfect working with Tidal Android application?

    Hello, I was looking for a portable DAC/AMP to power my Moondrop Aria and Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro (80 ohm variant). I use Tidal on android to stream lossless tracks, and they added an update in July which allows bit-perfect playback in the stock app(no UAPP needed). It works with a few DACs...
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    Topping E30 volume control from the player and the dac itself

    I just bought a Topping E30. It sounds great. I am very happy. My use case is to play Apple Music hi-res from iPad Pro via USB-C to E30 (Preamp mode), and then to Bryston Amp (with no preamp). You can change volume at two places: 1) iPad Pro Music App and 2) E30 remote control. I would like to...
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    Suggestions for configuration hi res / vinyl

    Hey. Probably a stupid question but... Wanted some suggestions for devices to setup my main sources for music listening. I own a pro-ject E turntable connected to a pro-ject phono box MM/MC. For now it's connected to my AV receiver, which o hate the sound from it. The other device I have is a...
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    Suitable solution for PC38X (and the rest of my setup)?

    Hello, I recently ordered the Sennheiser PC38X headset from DROP and I'd like an AMP/DAC combo to accompany it. This whole setup is 70% for gaming on Windows 10 and 30% for everything else on the same OS, so please keep that in mind. Quick backstory: Although the headset is only 28 Ω, I still...
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    Given how expensive Chromecast Audio has become in the used market, has anyone succesfully used a Chromecast Video to stream to "old" amplifiers?

    Is the sound quality degraded or about the same? I just read a lengthy post on this forum where they analyzed all they could on Chromecast Audio: https://www.audiosciencereview.com/forum/index.php?threads/review-and-measurements-of-chromecast-audio-digital-output.4544/ Is there one for...
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    Recommendations Please: DAC/AMP (with Optical €100~ )

    Hi Guys! I have been following ASR forums for a while now, posting here for the first time! :) I am fairly new to the Hifi scene, I am looking to buy an AMP or DAC with Amp capabilities. Headphone: Want to drive DT990 (250ohms, I know not the best starter per Amirm's review) Usage: I usually...
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    Looking for a good dac Amp combo/stack @$500

    Hello everyone, I have just created an account here but been following the site for over 2 months in helping myself get a good pair of headphones, amp and dac as I'm starting my journey in audio I respect @amirm for his constant efforts in bringing us the best quality audio equipment. I...
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    Looking for a pre-amp one stop to go with March audio Power (252 probably)

    Hi all, I've had an Electrocompaniet ECI-3, a Rotel RCD-991 and Dynaudio Contour 1.3 MKii speakers since 2000 and it's all worked pretty well for what I've listened to (mostly progressive house, rock and singer-songwriter). However, I've always found that perhaps the amp had a little too little...
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