Experience reference-grade sound with the new Topping DX9 Discrete, a flagship desktop DAC and headphone amplifier featuring a 1-bit PSRM DAC, six-channel NFCA amp delivering 7W per channel, 131 dB SNR, and premium dual-display Aurora UI design. More
PS Audio’s new PMG Signature 512 DAC transforms all digital signals into native DSD512, delivering unmatched clarity, depth, and realism in high-end audio. More
British hi-fi manufacturer Exposure Hifi has announced the Exposure DAC, a digital-to-analog converter featuring a 99-step digital volume control and a high output signal. The Exposure DAC can therefore be connected directly to a power amplifier. Exposure DAC The new DAC from UK-based Exposure Electronics (or Exposure Hifi) is, according to the manufacturer, designed for […] More
Unitra has launched its first standalone DAC, the Unitra DSH-805. According to its designers, the DSH-805 is a reference-class DAC. The model designation seems to refer to the WSH-805, an integrated amplifier with purely analog circuitry. The DSH-805 appears to be the digital extension of the WSH-805. Unitra DSH-805: power supply, construction and development The Unitra DSH-805 is […] More
The portable DAC and headphone amplifier market has grown fast in recent years, largely because so many flagship smartphones have ditched the 3.5 mm headphone jack. Music lovers who still want the freedom of wired headphones — without carrying a dongle tethered to their phone — now turn to compact Bluetooth DAC/amps. For me, the […] More
The SMSL D200 is a newly released DAC and preamplifier designed for desktop audio systems, merging exceptional measurement performance with user-friendly functionality for daily use. This device utilizes the ROHM BD34352EKV DAC, operating alongside the proprietary CK-03 circuit to minimize jitter, and features a balanced preamplifier stage that incorporates two NJU72315 chips. This configuration achieves […] More
iFi GO blu Air is a new portable DAC and headphone amplifier with Bluetooth, created for those who want to maintain the sound quality of wired models, but get rid of unnecessary cables. The device is easily attached with a magnetic clip to a belt, clothes or bag, turning any headphones into wireless ones. At the […] More
The FiiO K13 R2R is a newly released desktop DAC and headphone amplifier that features a fully balanced architecture utilizing proprietary 24-bit R2R resistor matrices. This device merges the functionalities of the traditional NOS/OS mode, Bluetooth compatibility with the LDAC codec, a robust balanced output, and sophisticated settings. The end-to-end balanced circuit—from the DAC to […] More
The Gustard R30 is an innovative DAC designed using a discrete R-2R architecture, crafted by the company’s engineers to deliver the most authentic analog sound. This device utilizes a resistor matrix that directly converts the digital signal, bypassing conventional delta-sigma chips. Such a method ensures that the essence of the audio remains as true to […] More
Aune has introduced the N7 DAC Edition, a universal audio device that seamlessly combines three core functions: a high-performance DAC, a powerful balanced Class A headphone amplifier, and a preamplifier. Built for audiophiles who demand flexibility without compromise, the N7 DAC Edition brings together advanced digital conversion, refined analog design, and user-friendly operation. High-Resolution DAC […] More
Denafrips Terminator PLUS 12Th is a high-performance, balanced R2R NOS DAC capable of producing incredibly clear, rich sound. It features an uncompromising design conceived to provide the best possible music experience! In addition to the subtle changes made to the front panel of its legendary DAC, Denafrips brings us an evolution of the Terminator, not only […] More