[XERO1]

With UA5, we will be adding some brand-new elements into our UA line of small portable DAC/AMPs. Here are first three big changes:


- Switching to combination of 3.5mm SE and 4.4mm Balanced. With its growing popularity and more robust construction, we are glad to implement the 4.4mm output into UA model. Putting it in line with our Bluetooth amplifiers, portable and desktop players.


- Adding a volume wheel for direct volume control. You no longer need to rely on the volume control of your smartphone or computer, UA5 provides more precise volume setting and many will appreciate the “analog experience”.


- Monochromatic OLED Display. Allowing for settings adjustments directly on the DAC/AMP, without any need for additional apps. And keeping you clearly informed about current sampling rate, volume level, gain setting and battery level.


We will bring you more details about the UA5 over next few days.

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[claud W]

Other than Bluetooth, What are the differences between UA5 and UP5 ?

 

[Shanling]

Other than Bluetooth, What are the differences between UA5 and UP5 ?

Completely different audio circuit.
SPDIF output on UA5
UA5 can be fully powered by USB, making it much better for use as USB/DAC in long term.

UP5 of course has things like microphone and playback controls for use over Bluetooth.

 

[Shanling]

First post updated with more information.

UA5 will be available from our international distributors in March.

MSRP 235 USD/Euro

 

[XERO1]

Day one, baby!!

I absolutely love my UA2, and the UA5 looks like it will take things to the next level.

 

[ruffandruff]

you guys just made the best dongle dac!
dual dac and dual amp
fully balanced
unique hybrid power system
Hardware volume control with a volume wheel!!!!

very interesting stuff from Shanling.
Please add PEQ @Shanling.....that would make it perfect.

 

[theory_87]

The SPDIF is coax out and not optical out right?

 

[ruffandruff]

Also can the UA5 operate even in case of a battery failure?

 

[claud W]

What about MQA support?

Most important factor - Price?

$ 235.00 See earlier post on this page.

 

[claud W]

Does this dongle support MQA ? ?/X unfolding?

 

[Watchdog]

I was considering an iFi Hip-DAC2 - this would seem to be an obvious competitor. This is a whole lot smaller and more portable and I like that hybrid power feature, but the DAC2 is available now and it will be a couple of months at least before the UA5 is available to me. Hmmmm……

 

[Shanling]

The SPDIF is coax out and not optical out right?

Yes, coax.

Also can the UA5 operate even in case of a battery failure?

Yes, at default it runs completely powered by USB.

Does this dongle support MQA ? ?/X unfolding?

No MQA support.

 

[ClieOS]

At this price point, please make sure it is measured well under an Audio Precision audio analyzer..

 

[musicday]

What's the power consumption? Nice to see more companies getting involved in production of high end dongles.

 

[Udaya Chaithanya]

No MQA support.

That could potentially be a deal-breaker for ppl who likes to stream music on the go