SMSL SU-6 DAC and SH-6 Headphone Amplifier/Preamp Review (1) – Bargain…
Much more than a beginner’s setup…
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DAC/AMP
All our reviews of “digital analog converters” (dac) and “amplifiers” (amp).
Xumee USB-C DAC Dongle Review – A View From The Cheap Seats
The $13 Xumee immediately registers as a real find…
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iFi GO Blu Review – Sorprendentemente Bene
The main thing about GO Blu is that, quite simply, it sounds surprisingly good…
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Burson V6 Classic Opamp Review – Carnegie Hall
The Burson V6 Classic opamps are a valid alternative to the V6 Vivid opamps for those who prefer a leaner, wider, and better resolving sound…
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iFi hip-dac2 Review (2) – Still The Best
Hip-dac2 is quite evidently the best sub-200$ battery powered DAC/-amp on the market…
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EarMen Tradutto DAC Testbericht aus Kanada
The EarMen Tradutto is a natural sounding DAC that distinguishes itself from the competition through its minimalistic, artsy design and streamlined functionality…
Read More EarMen Tradutto DAC Review – It’s Only Natural
The EarMen Tradutto is a natural sounding DAC that distinguishes itself from the competition through its minimalistic, artsy design and streamlined functionality…
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Helm Bolt vs Shanling UA1 USB Dongle DAC/Amps Review – Freedom of Choice
These two single-chip dongles (Bolt: ESS9281 Pro, UA1: ESS9218 Pro) are superficially similar but quite different sounding…
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iFi Audio Hip-DAC2 Review (1) – Subtle Improvements
Holistically, the iFi Hip DAC 2 is a minor improvement over the original…
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The 1/8 Rule And The Apogee Groove – A Tech Discussion
A discussion of the 1/8 rule, generally and applied to the Apogee Groove.
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EarMen Sparrow Dongle DAC/Amp – Brief Second Opinion
Overall, I’m impressed with the EarMen Sparrow…
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Astell & Kern PEE51 USB-C Dual DAC Cable Review – Articulation
The Astell & Kern PEE51 is a dual-chip dongle dac that excels through its articulation, but its high current drain limits its portability.
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TRI TK-2 DAC/Amp Review– NICE “TRI”!
TRI Audio and KAEI have done a fantastic job producing this desktop-caliber powerhouse…
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