Which DAC measurements do you like to see next?

[Shoaibexpert]

+1 for Denafrips Ares I/II and M500

 

[amirm]

The M500 was just shipped. No one has offered the Denafrips.

 

[Luyil]

BGVP T01, another new Type-C Dongle, going at around $27-30, manufacturer spec claimed DNR>123dB, THD+N < 0.0003%, but might just be the Qualcomm chip itself.
https://penonaudio.com/bgvp-t01-type-c-to-3.5mm.html

Btw any update on the iBasso DC02 review? Thank you!

 

[PCM63Y]

I have finished measuring the following DACs:

1. Schiit Yggdrasil DAC with Gen V USB board but old analog board
2. Schiit Yggdrasil DAC with Gen V USB board and new analog board
3. Berkeley Alpha DAC (original version)
4. Chord Hugo 2 DAC

I have to capture the graphs, add text, etc. so can't do all of them at once. Right now I am ready to go with #1 but if you all are anxious for others, I can put that aside and do the others.

Could be nice to see a review of the Denafrips ARES II and its bigger sieblings Pontus II and Venus II. all are in release this month.
Speaking DAC's - my preferred listening DAC(s) still remains a 4x1702 dual red dot implementation / PCM63Y / PCM 1704 that is so mucical to anything else I have tried.

And this BB technology have roots all the way back to 1985 when BB developed their fundamental Signed Magniture R2R technology.

This Mark 6 edition of 4xPCM/63/1702/1704/1865 etc has just been released in this week, as these chip are still available for the retro audiophile listener who want the best....

Just for reference i would be happy to see also a review of this 4xPCM1702.....
/Kurt

 

[Veri]

Just for reference i would be happy to see also a review of this 4xPCM1702.....

What DAC exactly?

 

[pcdinh]

Just looked again and everyone is saying the Zen DAC is Burr Brown. The Zen DAC Blue is ESS.

iFi ZEN Dac: DSD1793
iFi ZEN Blue: ESS9023

 

[pcdinh]

I am very interested in iFi ZEN DAC too. Topping, SMSL, Fiio ... and many China products are reported to many quality issues. I don't want to buy a product that can stop working in a few months.

 

[Bliman]

Just as a question. Is it known or is there a list which DAC's or products will get measured and reviewed in the coming time?
Just in case if I missed it.

 

[Rem]

Where is it on Amazon? I can't find it there, nor any of the places in US ifi links to.

Apparently it just recently started shipping to the suppliers. I talked to the Amazon rep for iFi and they don't have a good date for when it will be listed on there. I'm assuming it might be maybe 1-2 weeks.
headphones.com has it available on October 31.

 

[Veri]

Where is it on Amazon? I can't find it there, nor any of the places in US ifi links to.

It's up now, looks like
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07YZK5MDS/

 

[amirm]

It's up now, looks like

https://www.amazon.com/IFI-Zen-DAC-Converter-Unbalanced/dp/B07YZK5MDS/

It is a third-party seller wanting twice as much for it!

 

[Veri]

It is a third-party seller wanting twice as much for it!

Ooh never mind then no reliable sellers on amazon so far. You can purchase it in the US for 'normal price' at resellers via pre-order it appears:
https://audio46.com/products/ifi-zen-dac-hi-resolution-dac-amp

 

[MZKM]

+1 for Denafrips Ares I/II and M500

The Ares II states THD+N of 0.004%, aka ~88dB SINAD. In terms of being solely a digital to analog convertor, it does a poor job for ~$950. Keep in mind the $90 Topping D10 has a 106dB SINAD, almost 20dB better.

 

[Veri]

Looking forward to see the first AK4499 DAC measured! Aliexpress now has one image that
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000283726493.html

+1 for Denafrips Ares I/II and M500

Denafrips Terminator doesn't look too impressive for one

 

[VintageFlanker]

Looking forward to see the first AK4499 DAC measured! Aliexpress now has one image that
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000283726493.html

Hum. As far as I'm concerned, I prefer to wait for a proper implementation (Topping D90?) instead of this no-name thing.

 

[Veri]

Hum. As far as I'm concerned, I prefer to wait for a proper implementation (Topping D90?) instead of this no-name thing.

Haha yeah it doesn't look like it'll perform ;p

 

[heyagod]

Yeah you can preorder iFi Zen DAC from this site and other retailers now:
https://audio46.com/products/ifi-zen-dac-hi-resolution-dac-amp

Ships in 3-5 working days

 

[amirm]

Well, one of you can order from those sites and send it to me. I will wait for Amazon.

 

[Rem]

Well, one of you can order from those sites and send it to me. I will wait for Amazon.

I just received this message. So Amazon will take a bit longer than expected.

"Hello,

We have Zen DAC inventory on the way to the Amazon Fulfillment Center. They have it available for purchase now with an estimated availability as November 15th. With the holiday season coming up it takes longer than usual for them to receive incoming inventory. I hope this helps. Please let me know if there is anything else I can help you with."

 

[shadowframe]

++1 can't wait for the test

Bought the headphone amplifier.
QMA support and audio quality works well with headphones. Cinch output too, but the limit is my amplifier and the Dali Zensor.