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SMSL D1 - ROHM DAC for everyone
VientoB
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I wonder why they made the switch in DAC chip? Cost?
VientoB
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From SU-1 to this. That's what everyone is talking about isnt it?
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"BD34352EKV is 32-bit high sound quality stereo audio D/A converter with ROHM original sound quality design, realizing excellent numerical performance (SNR: 126 dB(Typ), THD+N: -112 dB(Typ)) suitable for high-end audio. Favorite sound is selectable by switching 2 kinds of digital FIR filters (Sharp Roll-Off, Slow Roll-Off)."
What is supposed to be remarkable about this?
What is supposed to be remarkable about this?
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You're misunderstanding something.
The SU-1 is a standalone device with an AKM DAC chip, and it will remain so. Although it's built by SMSL, it's a contract from Shenzhen Audio for its own distribution channel.
Then there's the C100, identical to the SU-1, but with the addition of a display and Bluetooth. This device is also built by SMSL, but is an order from Aoshida for their distribution channel.
An alternative, in the same package, is the CS100 with a CS43131 and HPAmp, built and marketed by SMSL, but not available through all SMSL distribution channels.
The D1 is a completely different DAC with a ROHM DAC chip, built by SMSL and marketed through their own distribution channels.
As an ESS DAC chip alternative, there is the PS200 with a different housing. This device is also built by SMSL, but is another order from Aoshida for their distribution channel.
Hope this makes it a little clearer....
Count Dacula
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Make your own...
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waiting for the comparison.
VientoB
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I'd rather see the measurements than someone's "blind" comparison.
Agree. I have no way to do proper measurements and would love to see someone test it properly.
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Its a hard choice. I either buy the SU-1 or D1. Both costs the exact same on linsoul audio. The D1 excites me a bit more as its a "new" thing, no scamqa and second usb port for power.
Please wait a little while. The D1 will arrive today. I will compare the operation with the SU-1 and Topping E30ll right away.
Please compare. i am also waiting.
I will help me decide between SMSL PS200 or SMSL D1.
JSmith
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What do you mean compare? I gave you the ASR test measurements and manufacturer measurements in the other thread you started.
All that is left to compare for you personally are the functions, connectivity and aesthetics.
JSmith
No two things in the world are exactly same.
If you say that there is no difference between, AKM, ESS, Cirus and BurBrown. I would say that you have not listened enough or you don't have the passion of music.
You are desperately trying to convince me that there is no audible difference between devices [if all measurements are same]. But that's not true when it comes to Hifi.
Every DAC that I have owned has some sort of tonality/sound characteristics that make them apart.
JSmith
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Great, so show us your AB comparison results. Did you notice the S in ASR? Maybe you're on the wrong forum...
Yes... it is.
JSmith
Agreed.
You have passion for mathematics and not for music.
JSmith
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Are you a flat Earther?
You couldn't be more wrong champ. How do you think we compare level matched devices? With music and our ears of course...
How about you stop the trolling now? It's not funny and it's clear you're being disingenuous with your replies... which indicates you enjoy wasting peoples time who were trying to help you.
JSmith
As long as my house is on flat surface.Are you a flat Earther?
JSmith
I would not care about earth being round.
That is exactly what I am talking about.
You just proved me right again
JSmith
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Only in your mind... in which I appear to be living rent free.You just proved me right again
JSmith
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