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Is Upgrading from the D30 to the D50s worth it (is the difference audible)?

HeadphoneFan

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Hello ASR peoples! I hope you are doing well.

I currently own a Topping D30, Hifiman HE 400i, as well as a Topping NX3s. I have a number of CDs that I listen to on a regular basis. I have considered trying to sell my D30 for ~ $100 and getting a Topping D50s, but I'm not sure if the difference would be discernable. I know the D30 has some issues where linearity (15 db linearity according to Amir's measurements if I recall correctly) and intermodulation distortion is concerned. Would the D50s be an audible improvement?

Thanks in advance for any relevant comments you provide.
 

M00ndancer

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Probably not. You will mostly get the D50 for additional features.
 
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