Shenzhenaudio Topping EX5 Review (DAC and Headphone Amplifier)

[Sensation]

Yes. It is just so you can use balanced headphone cable and plug it in. It is in fact the same unbalanced output.

OK

Unbalance is so sad ㅠㅠ

 

[Veri]

Unbalance is so sad ㅠㅠ

Balanced can give extra power if needed. Also some better crosstalk.. but SE crosstalk >= 90dB is already good. None of this is an audible concern. As a matter of fact, 'true' balanced will give double inherent noise because of two mono amplifiers. So it's a trade-off. Balanced amp = not a must.

 

[Sensation]

SMSL SH-9와 토핑 ex5의 비교 차이에 대해 궁금합니다.

SMSL SH-9가 없습니다.

소리는 어떻게 다른가요?

두 제품이 모두 있습니까?

 

[DACslut]

 

[Sensation]

It runs warm not hot. Headphone amp section is always on as it shares supply with DAC section.
The protections are implemented.
Yes overall it's looking normal.

If the power was turned on in a small case, it should have been drilled like this.

If it was perforated, there would be no need to argue over the heat.

 

[JohnYang1997]

If the power was turned on in a small case, it should have been drilled like this.

If it was perforated, there would be no need to argue over the heat.

It will have little help. For even more heat generated, take look at A30pro. That's where it's needed. Much more air flow is needed to make a difference.

 

[Sensation]

It will have little help. For even more heat generated, take look at A30pro. That's where it's needed. Much more air flow is needed to make a difference.

I want to use the topping ex5 for a long time. I want to use it for about 10 years.

We hope that the heat will not cause any problems with the product.

I'm thinking of drilling a hole in the side.

 

[Fenix84]

I want to use the topping ex5 for a long time. I want to use it for about 10 years.

We hope that the heat will not cause any problems with the product.

I'm thinking of drilling a hole in the side.

I'm no expert but maybe you should buy something else if the heat bothers you so much.

 

[JohnYang1997]

I'm no expert but maybe you should buy something else if the heat bothers you so much.

Agreed.

 

[JohnYang1997]

I want to use the topping ex5 for a long time. I want to use it for about 10 years.

We hope that the heat will not cause any problems with the product.

I'm thinking of drilling a hole in the side.

10 years is a bit too optimistic. I couldn't even imagine what would happen to me in 10 years. It'd be difficult enough to find products with 5 year warranty. RME can be your option.

 

[Sensation]

동의하여. [/견적]

I already bought one, do I need to buy another one? If you drilled a hole in the first place, it shouldn't be a problem.

Why doesn't the xlr on the front say in the manual that it's not balanced?

Why didn't the manufacturer state in the manual that there was a fever?

This is something to consider before buying.

This is something to consider before buying.

But are you telling the buyer who bought your product to buy something else?



It's a matter of the manufacturer's mindset.

 

[JohnYang1997]

The temperature is normal. Heat dissipation in the components is engineered to be at an acceptable level. Unless you measure it and it shows 45+ on the chassis.

 

[Sensation]

Temperature is normal. The thermal emission of components is designed to an acceptable level. It shows 45+ on the chassis unless you measure it.

Ok.
I believe the manufacturer's words and will use it well.

It gives you peace of mind that the manufacturer has made the product heat-resistant.

i wanted this

I wanted to hear this!

good!


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[xtiva200]

Heat on the audio gear is no concern... but heat even at standby mode is a concern.. there seems to be no temperature difference between on and standby mode. which means unit is not really in standby... ...

 

[Krisharley]

Has anyone tried to connect the EX5 directly to an iOS device using a USB-B to lightning cable?
Sorry if this has been asked before. Tried to search the forum for an answer, but was unable to find anything on the topic.

 

[Berwhale]

Has anyone tried to connect the EX5 directly to an iOS device using a USB-B to lightning cable?
Sorry if this has been asked before. Tried to search the forum for an answer, but was unable to find anything on the topic.

This implies it should work without issue...

"Drivers for Windows 10 (MAC, IOS, Android needn't a driver)"

From: EX5 user manual and drivers for Windows 10-TOPPING (tpdz.net)

 

[saZi]

Yeah, just tried it here, and it worked flawlessly with the Camera Connection Kit on my iPhone.

 

[Krisharley]

This implies it should work without issue...

"Drivers for Windows 10 (MAC, IOS, Android needn't a driver)"

From: EX5 user manual and drivers for Windows 10-TOPPING (tpdz.net)

This is great news - thank you!

 

[Berwhale]

Yeah, just tried it here, and it worked flawlessly with the Camera Connection Kit on my iPhone.

Is that a brass heatsink on top of the EX5?

 

[saZi]

Is that a brass heatsink on top of the EX5?

Yeah! It also adds some weight to the sound!