219,077. Also, the SMSLs and Toppings of the world trying to claw their way into the oily, fart-sniffing world of 'high-end' can never work for them. I suspect extra money had gone into making the top curved down but it doesn't do anything for me. Not to mention its display in comparision to the ADI-DAC 2, the Topping is just a toy against it. Replies 28 Views 920. Thread starter amirm; Start date Mar 19, 2020;. IamJF. 13 Next T TonyJZX DACs Topping RD3 Adaboy5 Sep 15, 2023 A Adaboy5 Member Sep 15, 2023 #1 Just received it in the mail today. Reactions: staticV3 and penguin. Plugging either DAC in gets identified as "D10" so clearly the identity of the USB transceiver is copied in the AD10. Replies 242 Views 42K. 1 or 7. D50s Multi-input LDAC&PCM768&DSD512 DAC. What's new. Adaboy4z. Thanks in advance. It competes against the D10S. Replies 242 Views 44K. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. This is a review and detailed measurements of the SMSL D-6 balanced stereo DAC with Bluetooth. Laptop -> Topping E30 DAC -> miniDSP 2x4 -> JBL 308P Mkii Speakers (2-channel) & SVS SB-1000 Pro Subwoofer. Nov 27, 2020. Location. A model capable of offering a rich and precise sound reproduction, combined with smart and practical features, such as Bluetooth, a 12V trigger or an adaptable output level. Nov 24, 2022. Saponetto Active Member. This is a review and detailed measurements of the Mhdt Labs Pagoda R2R DAC with tube buffer. Unless my memory is hazy, the D70 produces the best measured performance of any Topping DAC. Not terrible (postman panther) Votes:. #1. Location. The DM7 is simplicity in itself as you can tell from its rear terminals: USB input is the only one provided which is just fine with me. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. About us. amirm. It is on kind loan from the company. It is so cheap it doesn't even have a name! It is literally called "Digital To Analog Audio Converter. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. This item: Topping D90LE HiFi DAC Bluetooth 5. Immediately after arriving, I checked all the basic operations. com: professional headphone, earphone, amplifier, dac, decoder, hifi player, cable supermarket. com. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. D70 Pro SABRE Fully Balanced DAC. I can't read the branding as it is faded out but the number. Location. Sunday at 2:30 PM. 8dB SINAD in unbalanced mode. Sep 22, 2023. I guess Topping just didn't even glance at their competition before marketing this line as high value, because it's literally anything but that. It was kindly sent to me by the company. 216,210. TOPPING Acrylic Rack. Owner swapped out the fake TDA-1541A for a real one. A. It was sent to me by the company and costs US $229. Poll;The E30 costs 130$, this one 99. As always suggestions, comments, corrections, bad jokes, etc. Linkwitz LXmini speakers with Linkwitz Orion dipole woofers as subwoofers. Replies 242 Views 43K. Poll; Denon DN-200BR Professional Bluetooth Receiver Review. amirm; Nov 1, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 10 11 12. Fair enough, but limiting the units application for many. When one DAC fails, you've got some spares. MEASUREMENTS / REVIEW: Topping D10 Balanced (D10B) DAC. 99 which it is released. A. Laptop -> Topping E30 DAC -> miniDSP 2x4 -> JBL 308P Mkii Speakers (2-channel) & SVS SB-1000 Pro Subwoofer. Compared to other DAC products, the E30 works perfectly and is an excellent DAC. View attachment 36898. Forums. Poll; SMSL D400 Pro Balanced DAC Review. Jul 25, 2019. It is on kind loan from a member and costs (I think) US $1,570 with standard tube. Today we examine the new TOPPING D70 Pro SABRE, which uses the flagship ES9030PRO DAC, and the A70 Pro headphone. Sunday at 2:30 PM. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. Any thoughts by the experts here will be greatly appreaciated. Sep 22, 2023. IamJF. With this main difference, I found that the E30 tends to be a hair more dynamic than the D10s, however the D10s is able to. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. TOPPING RD3 NEW TP Series HIFI audio decoder dual AK4493S chip DAC Bluetooth LDAC DSD512 RCA and XLR balanced output . Other than a small picture and mention on topping's web site, there is no other information on it. crisppacket; Oct 19, 2023;The SMSL M500 and the Topping D90 MQA uses same USB hardware interface (XMOS XU216) - So I guess there's a firmware problem in the Topping side. COM, I think the difference between these two chips is mainly in the heat, the sound is basically the same. I. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. To enter setting mode, press the power / SEL button while simultaneously operating the rear power switch. The DAC-SQ3 is USB powered and comes with a remote control which is unusual in this price bracket:Full Australian. #1. 2% 2. Replies 242 Views 43K. amirm; Wednesday at 7:05 AM; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 7 8 9. Alas, the price is higher for DX7s retailing for a list price of $499. NYC. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. I also think it sounds great with the Topping, but to be honest, other than being able to go. #1. usern Senior Member. DACs Topping RD3 Adaboy5 Sep 15, 2023 A Adaboy5 Member Sep 15, 2023 #1 Just received it in the mail today. M. i'm sure both devices will be fine, however, i read some review that the Velvet version sounds better specifically with DSD material than it's ESS counterpart. Seattle Area. The EL DAC II enclosure is made out of metal and looks slick: The front control both powers the unit and cycles through the three separate inputs. 1. To be honest, one could almost mistake the DAC and the amp except for the visual cue and. This is a review and detailed measurements of the SMSL M400 balanced and unbalanced DAC. #82. 0 ES9038PRO DSD512 PCM32bit/768kHz USB/Coax/Opt/AES/IIS Desktop Audio Preamp Decoder (Black) $799. grapengrainmix said: I suspect that Topping products are so inexpensive because I guess they are payed by Denon, Marantz, Pioneer, Yamaha and NAD for not making normal integrated amp in normal. Replies 242 Views 44K. amirm. This is very nice when listening from. Seattle Area. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. #1. Joined Jul 2, 2018 Messages 234 Likes 161. Carbon Engineering has licensed their DAC and AIR TO FUELS TM technology to Huron Clean Energy to build, own, and operate commercial plants that will. #1. The latter translates into US $13,816. 8% 3. 1 kHz material sounds best in my opinion. Shenzhenaudio Topping EX5 Review (DAC and Headphone Amplifier) This is a review and detailed measurements of the Topping EX5 produced exclusively for Shenzhenaudio. A. Specifications Dimensions (W x H x D)Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. The D70 has a similar look and feel to other Topping products which is to say feels quite solid: The display is now white OLED. It's probably set to 16 bit, 44100Hz. The 2 DAC’s from Topping utilized 2 different, but very capable DAC chips, namely the AK4493 for the E30, and the ES9038Q2M for the D10s. Ask me questions. Topping DX7 Pro (Pre-Amp with Burson Vivid v. Seattle Area. #62. The hissing sound is much better, but it is still audible. It costs US $199 and is already shipping in small quantities (I am told they will have a lot for sale in a week or two). It was kindly sent to me by the company. com. Main: Topping E70, Topping pa5 II plus, Guru Audio Junior+ Desktop: Topping MX3s, Topping DX5 Lite, Ino Audio piMx, SoundblasterX AE-5+, Dan Clark Aeon 2 closed, AKG 271 Studio (mostly for gaming). Upsampled to: Displayed frequency on the DAC: DSD 64: 2. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. D90SE Fully Balanced DAC. If you'd use the D70 as preamp you'd lose the balanced connection to the A70. A. 00 (3 used & new offers)My measurement is not far from the Topping RD3 TP Amir reviewed, which uses the same DAC chip, with its measured 116. 1 has a more narrow stereoimage with a slightly more pronounced perceived bass. Poll; SMSL. For example, after power down (of the mains), the E50 sometime starts as 'on' and othertimes in standby. Reactions: MidnightCarouselRider. The Amp is 2x overpriced for pro use, underpowered, and takes up a ton of space, doesn't have pro audio features (speakon/pheonix). Poor (headless panther) Votes: 5 2. Oct 5, 2023. 0 driver and D90 MQA 1. Driver and Installation Guide folder). Topping Audio Store. 4 5 6. #57. The Topping D10 is a delightful audio DAC. #1. HDMI makes most sense if you are also doing video. It was sent to me by the company and costs US $699. BKDad. This is a review and detailed measurements of the new Topping E50 balanced USB DAC. 0 and LDAC transmission, while. shenzhenaudio. " Actually, it is also available under many other names on various sites (Amazon, Ebay, AliExpress, etc. Yesterday at 10:08 PM. This is a review and detailed measurements of the FX Audio DAC-SQ3. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. If you want a desktop DAC, then there's the SMSL D-6 for $170 or the Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd gen for $120. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. This is one of the cheapest DACs with SPDIF inputs, level control and remote. Spend a few more dollars and get the Topping D30 which remains my recommended DAC at these low price ranges. Seattle Area. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. D3 can input RCA coaxial, BNC coaxial, fiber optic signal, supports a wide 16bit-24bit, 32kHz-192kHz. Aug 10, 2023. Replies 242 Views. Sold by HIFI College and ships from Amazon Fulfillment. You could get an RCA to 3. Update. It costs US $3,299. Sunday at 2:30 PM. Replies 165 Views 44K. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. Poll; VMV D1se2 Stereo DAC Review. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. Then you must run the file "ASIOProxyInstall-0. D70 Pro SABRE Fully Balanced DAC. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. The E70 is another meticulously engineered DAC from Topping at a reasonable price. Joined Feb 5, 2019 Messages 3,332 Likes. Seattle Area. This is a review and detailed measurements of the Geshelli Labs JNOG2 (J2) balanced stereo DAC. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. alvigg Member. #1. 0 High Performance AUDIO ISOLATOR High compatibility Low latency Isolation Withstands up to 1500VDC,TOPPING E30 II 2 x AK4493S DAC XMOS XU208 RCA output support up to DSD512 native & PCM 32bit 768kHz Touch operation and more. Replies 245 Views 45K. The Amp is 2x overpriced for pro use, underpowered, and takes up a ton of space, doesn't have pro audio features (speakon/pheonix). D10 Balanced PCM384&DSD256 USB Balanced DAC. Seattle Area. This passes the bar of being good enough, with balanced outs and a reasonable spread of features. Topping D10B - Shuoer D12 - FX-Audio DAC X6 - Apple Dongle EU. Topping D3 TP-D3 Decoder USB/Optical/Coaxial/BNC DAC Black Brand: TOPPING 3. Replies 245 Views 45K. me) but 88. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and. View attachment 220677 The single "SEL" button powers on the unit (touch sensitive) and selects input. Just on the edge, the MPD in linux is probably the only software that allows my 3 audio output - 2 x DAC + Realtek SPDIF to play simultaneously, of course bitperfect. Replies 242 Views 44K. Seattle Area. I am attaching a screenshot of the email reply from Topping. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. Newbie here, so if I come off as ill-informed, please excuse my ignorance. Explore Canada's #1 Classifieds. Award Score. Would there be any significant difference in sound quality? 2. amirm. Seattle Area. The hissing sound is much better, but it is still audible. It was sent to me by the company and sells from US $86 to $100 (latter on Amazon with Prime shipping). Would there be any significant difference in sound quality? 2. W. Replies 242 Views 43K. Depends also on the budget available. 00. 104. A. Replies 165 Views 46K. Lots of clean driving power. US $ 149. USA. The scalloped front together with the high resolution and bright display make this one of the most beautiful products SMSL has. #1. Jul 26, 2022. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. Currently I’m quite happy with a $100 Topping DAC into a NAD 1700 with a miniDSP through the tape loop. Blake Klondike. Location. I connected the DAC to a SMSL amplifier using RCA and the hiss was still audible. Replies 242 Views 43K. From my understanding the higher end DACs with Bluetooth and balanced outputs (Topping d70s) don’t often include this function. I like the compact enclosure even though there is a built-in power supply and balanced outputs. Replies 242 Views 44K. The Airist R2R costs US $350. Laptop -> Topping E30 DAC -> miniDSP 2x4 -> JBL 308P Mkii Speakers (2-channel) & SVS SB-1000 Pro Subwoofer. Forum Donor. As you see style is very much the same as other Gustard products. A. A. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. The white LED that indicates the selected input is nice but alas, there is some bleed into the other. Adaboy4z. 5 watts of output power. Cause for this is the way AKM chips process DSD different than ESS, at least according to. It was sent to me by Shenzhenaudio and costs US $1,399. The measured performance of the digital volume control in the D70 wil be rivalling or outperforming any. This is a review and detailed measurements of the "Finished Philips hifi forum tenth anniversary TDA1541 DAC Coaxial input L17-53. There are three inputs and are nicely stepped through using the momentary switch. I think Topping and SMSL may start loading features in, but their upper end devices are. Seattle Area. From my understanding the higher end DACs with Bluetooth and balanced outputs (Topping d70s) don’t often include this function. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. The D10 Balanced as the name implies, comes in my favorite USB DAC package with the same cute orange display: Back panel is where the difference is:. I hope it measures at least as well as JDS labs Atom. U90 USB Bridge. Topping E30 II DAC Preamp Audio Decoder- 2xAK4493S Hi-Res XMOS XU208 DAC 32Bit/768kHz DSD512 DSD Direct Mode for USB/Coax/Opt Inputs RCA HiFi Stereo Digital Audio Decoder(Black) 4. It costs US $210. Then I turned off and on the dac again and it worked fine again. It was sent to me by the company and costs US $269. This product makes no sense at all, just like the RA3 made no sense. Location. 82DSD" will be switched to "Error" for a moment. Replies 242 Views 44K. Oct 25, 2018. Seattle Area. Sep 22, 2023. D90) v_1. escalibur Active Member. Topping Audio Store has All Kinds of TOPPING E2x2 professional audio interface computer phone singing live streaming sound card recording mixing 2in 2out,TOPPING HS02 USB2. The Topping supplied cable for the DX3pro is fine, but too short after I moved equipment. Adaboy4z. This is a review and detailed measurements of the SMSL D400 Pro balanced stereo DAC with Bluetooth support. A. my wish for already excellent topping dac‘s: bluetooth remote instead of the infrared. A. Here you see it on top of the gorgeous Topping A70 Pro, to give an idea of its size. amirm; Aug 16, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 11 12 13. BogdanR said: That doesn’t explain the Amazon France listing where Aimpire AD10 is shown as an SMSL, not a Topping. Sep 22, 2023. Topping D10 connected to Fire 7 via powered OTG cable, downstream to Monoprice Liquid Spark. litguy Member. Replies 245 Views 46K. In the simplest form all HDMI audio extractors provide a 7. A. 58 -117. Aug 16, 2023. MacBook Pro -> Topping DM7 8-Channel DAC Balanced -> Hypex NC252MP (Buckey AMP) Kef R11 with 2xSubs Dirac Live with Bass Control (active crossover L+R+2Subs) C. Replies 245 Views 46K. Authorized SellersTOPPING BC3 is a compact Bluetooth decoder that supports Bluetooth 5. This item: Topping D90LE HiFi DAC Bluetooth 5. Anyway taking power from DAPs drain its battery faster. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. Review Index. #1. It is on kind loan from a member and costs (I think) US $1,570 with standard tube. Poor (headless panther) Votes: 5 2. The EL DAC II enclosure is made out of metal and looks slick: The front control both powers the unit and cycles through the three separate inputs. #1. I definitely did not expect it to sound leaps and bounds better than. Poll; SMSL D400 Pro Balanced DAC Review. DAC/amp Fiio K5 Pro, DAC Topping D30 Pro, Amp Topping A30 Pro Headphones: Hifiman Ananda, Dan Clark Aeon 2 Noire. Replies 244. shenzhenaudio. 219,531. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. Click on the advanced tab and set your desired sample rate and bit depth windows should use in shared mode. Replies 117 Views 13K. #381. This is a review and detailed measurements of the Rega DAC-R stereo DAC. May 11, 2023. Sep. The unit sports a gorgeous, white segmented display with highly responsive control. IamJF. A. Sunday at 2:06 AM. Add SPDIF to Topping. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. It was sent to me by the company and costs US $269. This is a review and detailed measurements of the new Topping E50 balanced USB DAC. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. The new version brings Bluetooth, remote control and better performance (see measurements below). Slovakia. View attachment 306076 The unit sports a gorgeous, white segmented display with highly responsive control. . Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. difference in using the D70 vs the A70 as a preamp is that the D70 has a digital volume control, and the A70 has (a very good) analog volume control. you will find good price here. TOPPING. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. Reboot your computer after uninstallation and then install it again. Yes, but the question really has nothing to do with the DM7. #1. They are rack mount, but the RA3 is only 50ish wpc at 8 ohms before the knee, which is no where near enough power for public space applications. Topping D10 continually clicks and disconnects (SOLVED). The OriGen G2 is refreshingly different from the typical DAC and headphone. A. The distortion profile (H3 then H2 and H5) is also very similar. 1% 4. It was kindly purchased new and drop shipped to me. #1. Poll; Topping D70 Pro Sabre DAC Review. Adaboy4z. It was kindly purchased new and drop shipped to me. Joined Aug 29, 2019 Messages. Its engineering performance is near ideal with no notable audible issues. 82. Seattle Area. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. It was sent to me by the company and costs US $149. We already have headphone amplifier A50 and linear power supply P50. Replies 242 Views. Dec 19, 2020. It's purely a marketing exercise, get as much out the door as possible to keep up with SMSL and the SMSL subsidiaries. The Airist DAC employs the attractive design. Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Topping D3 TP-D3 Decoder USB/Optical/Coaxial/BNC DAC Black at Amazon. A touch button turns on the unit (takes it out of standby) and also lets you select inputs. Review and Measurements of Topping DX3Pro DAC and Headphone Amp. 5 19 ratings | 10 answered questions About this item D3 can input RCA coaxial, BNC coaxial, fiber optic signal, supports a wide 16bit-24bit, 32kHz-192kHz Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review amirm Aug 16, 2023 Rate this DAC: 1. Forums. Topping RD3 TP Balanced DAC Review. be intresting to test the dac plus amp?. #1.