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  1. Questyle

    Questyle CMA18 Master — Official Thread

    Questyle CMA18 Master: The Pinnacle of Flagship Audio Performance Although the CMA18 Master has been available for some time, it continues to hold an irreplaceable position in Questyle's product lineup. It stands as a true reflection of our ongoing commitment to pushing the boundaries of...
  2. HeadAmpTeam

    iFi Audio iDSD Valkryie Now @ HeadAmp

    The iDSD Valkyrie from iFi Audio is for those demanding more than pure power or precision; it's for those who seek the power to sculpt the feel and emotion of their music. Fusing sonic customization with cutting-edge technology, the Valkyrie hides thunderous power & pro-audio levels of sonic...
  3. HiBy R6 III 2025

    HiBy R6 III 2025

    CS43198 *4 Switchable class A / AB amplification Dedicated audio crystal oscillators 4+64GB storage System-wide bit-perfect audio
  4. NoHarshSounds

    SMSL M20 DAC & Headphone Amplifier

    SMSL has just release this DAC & amplifier. Not 100% sure but I think it is a march/2025 release. The only info that I found on web was it's product page on SMSL official store on AliExpress. Current price is: 110.49 dollars. SMSL M20 Audio DAC & Headphone Amplifier Hi-Res Audio CERTIFIED by...
  5. Questyle

    Questyle M18i - Lossless Audio in Your Pocket?

    Content excerpted from Audio Masterclass's review. Thanks to David from Audio Masterclass for his in-depth review of the M18i! David provides a detailed breakdown of the device’s features, connectivity options, and audio performance. Watch the full review here: Questyle M18i - Lossless Audio...
  6. K

    What DAC, amp and headphone for the following 5 attributes

    Hello all, Just stepping into the hi-fi space. I am now at the research phase :) The main key attributes I want my headphone system to excel at are: • Detail retrieval • Instrument separation - like clarity between distinct sounds, which doesn't feel muddied at all. I think this...
  7. DDHiFi TC35M2

    DDHiFi TC35M2

    TC35M2 Full-Featured USB-C to 3.5mm DAC AMP Adapter 2nd gen A good partner for wired earphones The TC35M2 is designed to bring convenience to wired earphones users. Compared with the previous generation, this 2nd generation upgraded the shell craftsmanship, and improved the strength of the...
    • suicideup
    • Head Gear item
    • dac dac amp ddhifi usb dac
    • Reviews: 1
    • Category: DACs
  8. Fosi Audio K7 Gaming HiFi DAC Headphone Amp

    Fosi Audio K7 Gaming HiFi DAC Headphone Amp

    The K7 is a versatile gaming HiFi DAC/headphone amplifier, developed based on in-depth feedback from over a hundred HiFi and gaming enthusiasts. It supports mainstream digital inputs like USB, optical, and coaxial, and is equipped with aptX HD/LL lossless Bluetooth codecs. The K7 also features a...
    • Fosi Audio
    • Head Gear item
    • dac dac amp desktop dac/amp fosiaudio fosik7 gaming dac/amp headphone dac/amp
    • Comments: 3
    • Reviews: 19
    • Category: Amp/DACs
  9. zlayde

    What's a GREAT DAC/Amp stack or single unit?

    Hi everyone - I'd love some thoughts/advice/recommendations. Here's my profile: I pretty much use IEMs exclusively. I own a few high-end IEMs that benefit greatly from an excellent source chain. I've got some portable gear (see my signature) but I do spend a good amount of time at my desk. My...
  10. SMSL D10

    SMSL D10

    • marcelzxc
    • Head Gear item
    • dac amp dongle smsl smsl d10
    • Reviews: 2
    • Category: Amp/DACs
  11. W

    FiiO K9 AKM vs SMSL DO400 (LOXJIE D60)

    Hi, I'm trying to decide between the FiiO K9 AKM and the SMSL DO400 (or the LOXJIE D60, which seems to be basically the same thing as the DO400, with a different display). The FiiO's has less power, and I've been hearing that the AKM's chips are a little bit smoother. The SMSL has a new ESS...
  12. iFi audio GO link Max

    iFi audio GO link Max

    Small Size, Big Difference. Hi-Res music is more accessible than ever, with a growing number of streaming services bringing high quality audio to the masses. More and more music lovers are discovering the benefits of higher quality streaming, while seasoned audiophiles are eager to explore the...
    • pradiptacr7
    • Head Gear item
    • amplifer dac dac amp dongle dongle dac/amp ifi audio ifi audio go link max portable amp/dac
    • Reviews: 10
    • Category: DACs
  13. OmegaAlpha

    Pls help me decide: HiFiMAN Serenade vs AUNE S9C Pro vs Topping stack (A70 + D70 pro)

    HELP: I'm pretty early on in my audiophile journey here, and am trying to decide how to best spend my money to updgrade my current set-up with a mid- to high- tier DAC / amp combo to drive HiFiMAN Arya Organics (plus occasionally some IEMs). Budget: $500-1000. These are the options I've...
  14. N

    What DAC/AMP should I get?

    I'm not an audiophile but I would like to improve my sound quality. I currently have a Logitech G935. I was thinking about buying new headphones and decided on the Sennheiser HD 599, but I can't decide which dac/amp to buy. I'm on a pretty tight budget, so I went looking for dac/amps around...
  15. abheybir

    Help to design space for desktop setup!

    Hello, Please share your ideas/setups for the desktop. I plan to design a space for a bedsite setup consisting of EF400 & Phi DecaDAC with Violectric V280, bottlehead 3.0 SEX, and darkvoice 336SE along with headphone display storage.
  16. Questyle

    Apple MFi Certified! Improved Sound Quality Over Previous Generation - Discussing the Questyle M12i/M15i DAC and Headphone Amp

    The following review article is from Chinese media — Panda Wandering. Newly Upgraded Questyle has recently released upgraded versions of the M12/M15: the M12i/M15i. Compared to the previous generation, the M12i/M15i have obtained Apple MFi certification, providing perfect support for...
  17. Y

    DAC AMP Buzzing/Humming sound

    I've 2 dac amp, the EPZ TP30 and VE Abigail Pro 4.4mm. I use them with my planar Hidizs MP145 and BQEYZ Wind with 4.4mm cables. My devices are Lenovo Thinkpad, Lenovo Ideapad, and Samsung S23. In the beginning, they worked perfectly fine on all of my devices. Shortly afterwards, they started...
  18. LETSHUOER DT03

    LETSHUOER DT03

    LETSHUOER DT03 dongle DAC/AMP Dual ESS SABRE ES9219C DAC chips and a dedicated high-precision clock crystal oscillator module, which lowers jitter significantly. Mode switch between low and high gain, dedicated volume controls on the unit. DT03 supports PCM up to 32bit/384Khz and DSD up to...
  19. D

    Finding the right DAC AMP

    I hope this is the right place to post this. After a long struggle to find a headphone that fit my ears, I ended up splurging and buying a Meze Empyrean 2. Currently I am running them off a Soundblasterx g6, 3.5mm to USB-C dongle into phone, and straight into my pc. It sounds great with all...
  20. Hiby FC4

    Hiby FC4

    The HiBy FC4 is a portable USB DAC/headphone amp, with high driving power and MQA support. Can be connected to smartphones / computers etc. for use as audio out! High driving power, detailed and energetic sound make the FC4 stand out from the crowd.
    • thaslaya
    • Head Gear item
    • dac amp hiby portable
    • Reviews: 1
    • Category: Amp/DACs
  21. KIWI EARS Allegro

    KIWI EARS Allegro

    High-Fidelity DAC Chip: Allegro utilizes the ES9028Q2M DAC chip, renowned for its high signal-to-noise ratio and low distortion, ensuring unmatched audio clarity and lifelike sound reproduction. Versatile Output Options: With both 3.5mm single-ended and 4.4mm balanced outputs, Allegro offers...
  22. Dethonray Listening M1

    Dethonray Listening M1

    • pradiptacr7
    • Head Gear item
    • akm ak4499 dac amp desktop amp/dac dethonray
    • Comments: 3
    • Category: Amp/DACs
  23. pradiptacr7

    Dethonray Listening M1 - Compact desktop DAC/Amp Discussion + Impression thread

    Starting a thread for the new Dethonray's Listening M1. It's a compact desktop DAC/headphone amp! Just slightly larger than a CD case but powerful enough to drive any planar magnetic headphones. Welcome Head-Fiers.
  24. L

    Any alternatives Fiio K7 under 200$ for Dt770Pro?

    Hi guys, I choose something for my Dt 770 Pro 80 Ohm, but for this price there doesn't seem to be much choice. At first I noticed Fiio K7, everyone praised it very much, but there were a couple of oddities. There is a delay when adjusting the volume, non-linear volume increase, as well as a...
  25. Questyle

    【Earside Review】A Standalone Advanced DAC/Amp: Unveiling the World-Class CMA18 Portable

    This review piece is published by EARSIDE REVIEW, and republished here for convenience. Introduction This review may come a bit late to the party. In fact, when Questyle unveiled the CMA18 Portable (referred to as "CMA18P" hereafter) earlier this year at the Beijing exhibition, I, as a...
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