Hi everyone,
I'm Emanuele from Rome, Italy. This is my first post here, so please bear with me
I'm seeking some advice on a potential DAC change/upgrade. My current setup is as follows:
The M3si amplifier is powerful and refined, offering a detailed, dynamic, and slightly warm sound with excellent control and musicality.
I've been happily using the Topping D50 III with my M3si, powered by the Weiliang LPS. My digital sources are a Sony TV connected via optical cable and a Raspberry Pi 3b+ (with Allo DigiOne and running Volumio) connected via coaxial cable. I'm therefore not using the USB input of the Topping.
Recently, I've encountered an issue with the coaxial input on my Topping D50 III, and Amazon has approved a return and refund. Now I'm torn between simply getting another D50 III or considering other options.
After doing some digging, I'm thinking the SMSL C200 might be a good fit. Plus, it has a headphone jack, which is something neither the D50 III nor my amp offers.
I'm aware that if I switch to the C200, I won't be able to use the Weiliang power supply and will need to plug it directly into a wall socket. It's a minor inconvenience, but I'm okay with that.
To be honest, I've generally been happy with the Topping's performance, but I sometimes find it a bit too analytical, though I can't rule out that it might be my own bias. So, in addition to the headphone output, I'm wondering if the C200 might offer a more musical presentation and perhaps integrate even better with my system.
I'd love to get your recommendations.
What would you choose considering my current system and needs?
Additionally, are there other DACs within a 300 euro budget that you think I should consider?
Thanks in advance for your help! I hope I haven't broken any rules and that this post is in the correct section.
I'm Emanuele from Rome, Italy. This is my first post here, so please bear with me
I'm seeking some advice on a potential DAC change/upgrade. My current setup is as follows:
- Speakers: Q Acoustics 3050i
- Amplifier: Musical Fidelity M3si
- DAC: Topping D50 III
- Linear Power Supply: Weiliang Audio 25W (https://it.aliexpress.com/item/4000206654932.html)
The M3si amplifier is powerful and refined, offering a detailed, dynamic, and slightly warm sound with excellent control and musicality.
I've been happily using the Topping D50 III with my M3si, powered by the Weiliang LPS. My digital sources are a Sony TV connected via optical cable and a Raspberry Pi 3b+ (with Allo DigiOne and running Volumio) connected via coaxial cable. I'm therefore not using the USB input of the Topping.
Recently, I've encountered an issue with the coaxial input on my Topping D50 III, and Amazon has approved a return and refund. Now I'm torn between simply getting another D50 III or considering other options.
After doing some digging, I'm thinking the SMSL C200 might be a good fit. Plus, it has a headphone jack, which is something neither the D50 III nor my amp offers.
I'm aware that if I switch to the C200, I won't be able to use the Weiliang power supply and will need to plug it directly into a wall socket. It's a minor inconvenience, but I'm okay with that.
To be honest, I've generally been happy with the Topping's performance, but I sometimes find it a bit too analytical, though I can't rule out that it might be my own bias. So, in addition to the headphone output, I'm wondering if the C200 might offer a more musical presentation and perhaps integrate even better with my system.
I'd love to get your recommendations.
What would you choose considering my current system and needs?
Additionally, are there other DACs within a 300 euro budget that you think I should consider?
Thanks in advance for your help! I hope I haven't broken any rules and that this post is in the correct section.