Topping dx5 II click sound

[Tripitzzz]

Hi everyone,


I recently noticed a strange but consistent behavior with my Topping DX5 II, and I’m wondering if this is a known trait of this unit.


System Setup:


• DAC: Topping DX5 II


• Headphones: Audio-Technica ATH-MSR7b


• OS: Windows 11


• Playback Software: MusicBee (WASAPI Exclusive mode) & YouTube (Chrome/Edge)


• Connection: USB directly to motherboard (no hub)


The Behavior:


• A very small “click” or “tick” sound occurs when seeking (dragging the progress bar) during audio/video playback.


• It occurs about 50% of the time when seeking.


• The sound is very subtle, like a light electronic "tick," but noticeable through my MSR7b.


• It does NOT happen when:


• Pausing / Resuming playback.


• Switching tracks normally.


• Using my wireless headset (Logitech G733).


What I’ve tried:


• Switching MusicBee output modes (WASAPI Exclusive vs. Shared).


• Adjusting buffer settings.


• Trying different USB ports.


• Updating/reinstalling drivers.


My Questions:


1. Has anyone else experienced this with the DX5 II or other ESS-based DACs?


2. Is this considered expected behavior when the audio stream is interrupted and re-locked during seeking, or could it indicate a USB communication/driver issue?


3. Since the MSR7b is quite sensitive, I’m trying to determine if this is just a hardware characteristic (like the Mute circuit engaging) rather than a defect.


Would appreciate it if anyone with the same DAC or a similar setup can share their experience. Is this normal?


Thanks!


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[luxethereal]

It only clicks for me when I pause audio but I am on Linux (different driver).

 

[ThrillSeekerZ]

It clicks if I pause/resume, next track on youtube
It doesnt click when playing on foobar (dsd or 16b flacs)
So I guess its windows driver stuff, no big deal.

 

[Redacted]

Try a few other media players with everything else the same. They vary, in terms of producing noise.
Try FB2K - I've no idea if it's silent on your PC, but is on mine.

 

[Captain Thunderpants]

Sounds like a sound buffer issue, mostly software or driver related. I'm no specialist but I have it too but it's subtle and I don't care. It's a $300 product made for home use, not a $30000 professional device. If you have access try different buffer size and check your frequencies, maybe use 48khz instead of 44.1 for video.