AKG 712 schiit magni and topping D10(not)S looking to upgrade

[saelwen01]

I have AKG712 and want to upgrade from topping d10(not S) and schiit magni and i was wondering if the SMSL DL200 or the shanling eh1 was a better pick both cost about the same for me.

 

[JW001]

There will be no noticeable improvement in sound quality. What is the reason you look for another DAC/amplifier? If you are not happy with how the AKG712 sound, try equalization software, for example APO, if your signal source is a laptop. See amirm's review https://www.audiosciencereview.com/forum/index.php?threads/akg-k712-pro-review-headphone.28244/

 

[saelwen01]

There will be no noticeable improvement in sound quality. What is the reason you look for another DAC/amplifier? If you are not happy with how the AKG712 sound, try equalization software, for example APO, if your signal source is a laptop. See amirm's review https://www.audiosciencereview.com/forum/index.php?threads/akg-k712-pro-review-headphone.28244/

My topping D10 is starting to randomily cut out and then back not sure if its because of age or what and the magni is around 10 years old at this point , the knob on it came off after my cat knocked it off the floor and i cant seem to reattach it not sure if its worth trying to repair or just get one of the ones i mentioned above

 

[JW001]

My topping D10 is starting to randomily cut out and then back not sure if its because of age or what and the magni is around 10 years old at this point , the knob on it came off after my cat knocked it off the floor and i cant seem to reattach it not sure if its worth trying to repair or just get one of the ones i mentioned above

I would choose components reviewed here so that you know what you are paying for. Both DAC and the amplifier are transparent to the sound, if they are designed properly, which should be reflected in the measurements. From those select the ones with features and esthetics that suit your needs.