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Recently my SMSL SU9N has started making this awful static noise. It doesn't matter if I use my NC252 or a headphone amp, as long as it's on XLR it makes that awful noise. -Tried different power cord -Tried with and without UPS/surge protector -Tried different interconnects -Tried using both...

So I found this DAC available on Shenzhen Audio website. But I couldn't find any comments on its performance or use: https://shenzhenaudio.com/products/smsl-d-6-dac-dual-ak4493s-bluetooth-5-1-pcm-768khz-32-bit-dsd512-decoder-with-remote-control It seem to offer an interesting mix of features...

Hello, I am building an inexpensive system for listening to music from a PC. The question is what is better to take as a DAC. Right now I'm using the ifi Zen DAC, but it's too weak as an amplifier, and also produces a small but still noticeable noise at high volume when connected to an...

I just happended to stumble upon THD+N data @ 4 Ω for the AO200, published by Aoshida. SMSL isn't even displaying this data themselves on their AO200 page. They only show results for 8 Ω. Obviously, I can't check whether the data is correct and actually belongs to the AO200. But I thought I'd...

Hi, I'm pretty new to the forum but I'm following Amir on Youtube from quite a few months and I really appreciate the work he's doing bringing facts to us people. Looking at the reviews of some DACs on this forum, I was wondering if buying the SMSL SU-9 (or the 9n version) would be an upgrade...

You've read Amir's review of this DAC, measures in the top 4 of all that he's tested to date, so I won't wax poetic. It's in excellent, barely used condition, with factory packaging and everything as originally sold, including mic, manual, set up guides, etc. I bought this to stick my toe into...

Despite weeks of research I can’t seem to find an amplifier that majority of people agree is a worthy unit. I am looking for sound quality mainly, and will use Elac B5.2 along with a Dayton sub1200. I currently have a (2011) Denon AVR 591 home theater receiver. This was their base model amp back...

I assume many people will say "we know!" but I wanted to add my story as a warning of poor support from SMSL. I have been using the SA300 and SP200 for around a year and a half now, both products have always been great for me. Recently I re-organized my desk and in the process of it the SA300...

Hi friends, a few days ago I received my first quality headphones - 6xx. I am considering purchasing Asgard 3 + Modius but want to ask if Modi 3 will do the job too? The headphones are currently connected to the Asus TUF X570 GAMING motherboard with the Realtek A1200, and it sounds pretty...

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...

My subjective Impressions of SMSL AO200, I bought this after reading generally positive impressions on this and the DA-9 amplifier; (youtube and in the forum here). Lots of reviews comparing it to A/B amps up to £1000-£1500 from a few years ago. This was to be a replacement for a Rotel RA 1060...

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...

Hello Gurus and Seniors, It has been a bit overwhelming for me staking to get one best solution of SMSL boxes for my existing floor-standers. Could you please help and advise what i should pick up for the stack? TIA Here is my objectives; 1. I need a streamer/player to play back my DSD library...

I'm looking for better built iec cable for my su-9 and found this one on Amazon. The stock cable says 10A 125v~ and the back of the unit shows ~100 - 200v. This new cable shows 10A 250v~ / 15A 125v~, would this be okay to use or could it harm the unit? I just want a nicer looking cable so any...

I am looking into DAC’s to upgrade my Node 2i. I like a smooth top end and punchy bass. Options that I have considered are Schiit Bifrost 2, SMSL, Aries 2, to name a few. Capability to decode MQA would be great, but not necessary. My hearing is extremely sensitive to harsh or forward treble...

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...

All I wanted from the SD-9 was to be able to stream bit-perfect music from TIDAL (over Ethernet) with control similar to what I have enjoyed via TIDAL Connect, BUT NOT using WiFi or Airplay2! I ordered this unit from APOS Audio because I could not find it on Amazon at the time I knew the units...

Hello i currently have my Q acoustics 3030i hooked up with Toping E30 + SMSL AD18. Want to update the amp to something like Marantz pm5005/SMSl-DA9/Sabaj-20a etc. Which one will be the best to pair with my existing E30 and 3030i ?Any suggestion for anything else? Thanks !!!

Hi guys, I've just got the SMSL Su-8s and I'm struggling to get MQA playback on Tidal working properly as it seems to only want to play 44.1khz I have downloaded the drivers from Shenzen audio "https://download.shenzhenaudio.com/#su8s/1" and installed them but when playing a Master track on...

Venerated Audiophiles - I come seeking wisdom. Always loved music - but since WFH - have gotten back into it and have been on a fun audio journey to setup the perfect WFH desktop setup. Right now - trying to solve for smoothness & listening fatigue I tried a few speakers - Klipsch (headache)...