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Please recommend a DAC for Neumann KH120

chrisyu

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Hello everyone,

I'm using B&W MM-1 with my desktop PC now, I'm new to PC HiFi or active speakers, but I want to upgrade my speakers for better and correct sound.
So forgive me if I ask wrong questions.

I did some research and like to buy a pair of Neumann KH120, I think they could be a clear update to MM-1.

But I have trouble to find a USB DAC for KH120.

My budget is about 300-400$ , of course less is better, if sound quality is not comprised too much.
I think I need XLR output for KH120, and I need bluetooth apt/LDAC for phone, volume control, and not too big for desktop.
Also I use Linux as my desktop OS, so I don't need MQA.

My choice is Topping DX5, because it has good review, and sames everything I want.

But I'm not sure if there are better choices, please give your opinions.
I will verify Linux compatibility later, so feel free to recommend.

Thanks very much.

Chris
 

HarmonicTHD

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Hello everyone,

I'm using B&W MM-1 with my desktop PC now, I'm new to PC HiFi or active speakers, but I want to upgrade my speakers for better and correct sound.
So forgive me if I ask wrong questions.

I did some research and like to buy a pair of Neumann KH120, I think they could be a clear update to MM-1.

But I have trouble to find a USB DAC for KH120.

My budget is about 300-400$ , of course less is better, if sound quality is not comprised too much.
I think I need XLR output for KH120, and I need bluetooth apt/LDAC for phone, volume control, and not too big for desktop.
Also I use Linux as my desktop OS, so I don't need MQA.

My choice is Topping DX5, because it has good review, and sames everything I want.

But I'm not sure if there are better choices, please give your opinions.
I will verify Linux compatibility later, so feel free to recommend.

Thanks very much.

Chris
I think you are on the right track.
 
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