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We haven't seen one of those for at least two decades. Maybe more.A mains voltage output to power an amp, perhaps?
We haven't seen one of those for at least two decades. Maybe more.A mains voltage output to power an amp, perhaps?
I know...I missed them a lot.We haven't seen one of those for at least two decades. Maybe more.
There should be no doubt that this DAC will sound great - just like all other low distortion, low noise, high resolution, high-fidelity DACs.While the X18 measures great, does it sound great too?
Actually, I could be confusing Topping Tripath amps with Dayton Tripath amps. If so, then I don’t know how long Topping has been around.I am not exactly sure what you mean by “stability,” but if you mean longevity of the company (ie, will they be around next year or are they a just a flash in the pan), Topping has been in existence for quite a while. I remember Parts Express selling Topping amps based on the Tripath chips when they were all the rage 10-15 years ago.
It’s kind of like edge enhancement in digital photos—some people think it makes a photo look clearer and more detailed, but it’s only an illusion and is in actuality distortion of the image data. Likewise, if a DAC has audible distortion in the high frequencies, some people might think the DAC has added detail, shimmer, air, etc. If there is distortion in the upper bass, some people might think it sounds warm, sweet, syrupy, etc. If there is distortion in the lower bass, some people might hear that as thick, powerful, deep, etc.There should be no doubt that this DAC will sound great - just like all other low distortion, low noise, high resolution, high-fidelity DACs.
But if you are looking for a particular level and type of distortion that you think "sounds great", this Gustard will not be an ideal choice.
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pro level balanced outs . . .more consumer DACs that do the 'pro' levels on balanced outputs would be nice!What high voltage output?
Do you have mobile device ready?Lovely, but my next DAC should have Lossless Bluetooth.
It would...pro level balanced outs . . .more consumer DACs that do the 'pro' levels on balanced outputs would be nice!
And thanks for the work. I'm always impressed by the sheer volume of reviews you do.Yes. So it is better to not quote it. . Just type in a new blank replay box unless you want to reference something in the review in which case, first select it with the mouse and then hit Reply. Then it will only quote that part.
The question is whether X18 will be able to update without having to open the device?You are right bro, there's no 'perfect software', but we are always trying to do the best in development. Big bugs were killed before batch production.
Once new bugs noticed by users, we will keep tracking and solve it as soon as possible. All the firmware updates would be released and stored on Internet. This issue of X18 is noticed before batch productions' delivery, so everyone of you can buy the fixed one.
The support will last at least one year after production stopped.
and 4 dedicated remoterI think they will, soon.
Yes, and every other logo. I like the clean look.Also nice that they hid the MQA logo around the back where you can ignore it.
Two levels of analog attenuators reduced loss of traditional digital volume. However, if you want a better sound, a good preamplifier will be a choice.Does this mean that the X18 can be used to drive a power amplifier without significant performance loss? Or is it recommended to use an analogue preamplifier?
Actually, the question is how good the X18 is as a preamplifier.
As @X_=& mentioned the probability is high that stock items might be affected.
Is this the same case with the X16? I was a pre-order, early shipment. Were they all shipped out with whatever bug existed corrected? I only read there was an issue in this thread and am concerned.