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Some info about Topping's incoming DX1 II

Here’s Paul & Emrah of mixphones channel discussing their love for the DX1 ii, seems like they are both rather impressed

 
Do we have volume control on the back outputs? This question is for both SPDIF and analog.

Can we have different EQs on each output?
 
Here’s Paul & Emrah of mixphones channel discussing their love for the DX1 ii, seems like they are both rather impressed

I hope Topping have sent one to Amir.... this is giving me vibes of his reaction to the first JDS Labs Atom amp.
The volume knob also being a button like the DX5 ii?!.... "Where's my wallet?"
 
So, can we gather some tips for 4.4 to TRS adapters for balanced out?
 
I have a friend interested in my DX1 original - it's excellent on my PC.
I'm happy to gift it to him and buy the MK2 version.
Why bother? Well, while I have never been interested in EQ (I hate fiddling, which is what I might do, given my large collection of music, not all of which has a good mix), I might try the EQ features for fun.
 
I have a friend interested in my DX1 original - it's excellent on my PC.
I'm happy to gift it to him and buy the MK2 version.
Why bother? Well, while I have never been interested in EQ (I hate fiddling, which is what I might do, given my large collection of music, not all of which has a good mix), I might try the EQ features for fun.
"Why bother?" is also the question i've been asking myself. I currently use the D10s hooked up to the Atom mk1. Major downside to me? No power button. Power over USB like the DX1, but the PC itself is never turned off (it's more like a server), so to save energy, i'm always removing/plugging in the USB-B cable from the back. I would love a power button for convinience!
Most importantly, I sometimes get random audio stutter at the start of tracks (not grounding related), so something is actually wrong with my D10s, so this DX1 ii looks like an awesome upgrade :)
 
No issues on my 13 yo laptop using my DX1 (mark 1) or if I use it with my cheapo (but fab) Android phone. Rock solid, so long as I don't bump the connectors, with say a guitar or a glass etc!

Sometimes I use a direct USB-A port on the laptop (it's so old, that's all it has, but high current), sometimes via my powered USB strip with individual switches, depending on what demented experiments I'm doing on the day.

If my laptop is on, it's usual that I want audio too, so a power button on USB device is not needed for me.
 
I just ordered mine from Aliexpress. I think it will be my first Topping product! :)

It is now available for order at taobao China. The price is CNY769, approx. USD113.
I paid 120 usd, seems fair.
 
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I just ordered mine from Aliexpress. I think it will be my first Topping product! :)
So far I see nothing in the official shop, did you order from a third party?
 
Yes, just search for DX1 II.

 
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A combination of this Topping DX1 II DAC/Headphone Amp and their Mini 300 amplifier would seem to check a lot of (digital) boxes.

I am hoping Topping Audio and @amirm can soon arrange for a sample DX1 II to be measured at ASR.
 
Out on the official Topping store, a bit cheaper (at least for me) than aliexpress

Black, grey and white available

https://shenzhenaudio.com/ should have it soon too
 
The first batch sold out within five minutes on Taobao China.
There is a warning on the official topping store as well about low stock..
 
A combination of this Topping DX1 II DAC/Headphone Amp and their Mini 300 amplifier would seem to check a lot of (digital) boxes.

I am hoping Topping Audio and @amirm can soon arrange for a sample DX1 II to be measured at ASR.

That’s exactly my plan — I already own the Mini 300 and have purchased a 4.4mm to dual TRS balanced cable. ;)
 
Available here as well, cheapest one yet

If you order, don't choose fastest shipping as that is more likely to lead to extra charges..toll, taxes etc
 
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Amazon USA is currently showing very limited (2 to 5 samples) inventory of the Topping DX1 II for $119 in all three colors


EDIT - 'Topping Audio' is the seller/shipper for this listing.
 
I just bought 2 of them in silver from Shenzhenaudio on Aliexpress. $115 USD for the 1st with a $4 off coupon, then $117 for the 2nd with the $2 off coupon. Gotta couponmax!
Looks like they have 100 available in each color, 98 in silver now. No idea if that's actual stock or preorder though.
 
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