dap

  1. SteveBA

    Tube DAPs

    Hi all, I'm looking to get a tube or "warmer" DAP to use both at home and on the go. I currently use a Woo WA7 as my desktop amp for my headphones and IEMs. All of my music is on Apple Music, either streaming, purchased or iTunes Match. So I really want a DAP with Apple Music possible. I do...
  2. TEMPOTEC V3 BLAZE

    TEMPOTEC V3 BLAZE

    What does this hifi digital audio player has and supports: Stream media App: TIDAL, Qobuz Size: 10cm* 6.5cm *1.7cm DAC chip: 2*AK4493SEQ Wireless: Two-way Bluetooth 5.1, 2.4GHz WiFi, HIBYLINK, AirPlay, DLNA Bluetooth: LDAC, UAT, APTX, AAC, SBC Audio sources: Micro SD Audio, LDAC&AAC APTX-HD...
  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. JasonNYC

    Astell&Kern PD10 DAP with Docking Cradle - Coming Soon

    Astell&Kern launches a new Digital Audio Player, the PD10 with docking cradle. The PS10 will make its global debut at CanJam Singapore this weekend, April 5 – 6. A few key highlights of the new PD10 DAP: World’s first use of the new AKM AK4498EX chips in a DAP Impedance-Adaptive Dual...
  5. K

    Best DAP with stream in 2025?

    I'm looking to buy my first DAP with streaming feature. I like listening to vocals/instruments, gentle and occasional fun/exciting rhythm genres: pop/ballad/RnB. I was recommended Sony WM1AM2, and after researching I think it's gonna suit my taste. However, it was released 3 years ago. I'm...
  6. F.Audio FA5

    F.Audio FA5

    Description FA5 took two years to polish after FA4, and the software used a brand new system, The architecture has optimized the existing functions and system operation speed. The hardware is equipped with an es9039sproDAC decoding chip, and a self-developed analog circuit is available in total...
  7. HiBy R6 Pro Max

    HiBy R6 Pro Max

  8. Vitor Valeri

    FiiO portable player launch plan for 2025

    Comment from James Chung (CEO and founder of FiiO): I. Pure Audio Series The ECHO MINI marked the long-awaited return of FiiO’s pure audio players—and it was an instant success. In 2025, we will continue launching several pure audio players, including: ECHO NANO A more compact and...
  9. XDUOO X5

    XDUOO X5

    xDuoo unveiled their latest portable high-resolution audio player, the xDuoo X5. xDuoo is a well-known and highly- established HiFi audio brand from Shenzhen, China. PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS: ● Portable Hi-Res Player. ● 10-Band EQ Functionality. ● Dual Cirrus Logic CS43131 DAC chips ● Decoding...
  10. JasonNYC

    Astell&Kern SP3000M Copper Nickel Limited Edition - Coming Soon

    Astell&Kern Launches A&ultima SP3000M Copper Nickel Limited Edition Player Astell&Kern, a global leader in high-resolution audio products and accessories, announces a new, limited edition digital audio player (DAP), the A&ultima SP3000M Copper Nickel. Shipping late February in Asta and March...
  11. D

    New Member, New Audiophile

    Hi all, elder statesman here so still learning in this digital music age. LOL. Currently utilize an iPhone 14 with lightning connection and stream music from Apps like Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon etc. Started off by purchasing a Naim Mu-so Gen 1 connected to phone by BT to stream openly...
  12. W

    New to the world of DAPs - recently bought an SR25 and cracks mysteriously appeared under screen!

    I recently got into the world of DAPs like the title mentions. Bought a used SR25 off ebay and it was perfect when it arrived - still with box (the box was opened, no sort of plastic wrap around the outside), quick start manual, screen protectors, even the little cover thing for the microusb...
  13. ngen52

    On-the-Go with Larger DAPS vs. DAC Dongles

    How does everyone go about taking their larger DAPs (like Like Kann Ultra/Fiio M17) with them from place to place? In places like the grocery store or gym, do you guys utilize a dongle DAC to your phone and leave the big boy at home? I have been using a small sling bag to transport my Kann...
  14. HIBY R1

    HIBY R1

  15. N

    DAP or Phone with DAC?

    Dear guys, as a complete beginner I’d like to have your help. I have a budget of 600 USD and I can’t decide how could I upgrade my “system”. I usually stream music at home from Spotify with a Sennheiser HD560S headphone and a Fiio KA1 LT DAC on my iPhone. Overall, I am satisfied with the sound...
  16. Promee

    Pi in the Sky - HQPlayer portable RPi transport - let’s build it

    It’s 2025, people, and the world needs a plug and play, headless, “it just works,” Raspberry Pi running HQPlayer Embedded locally. I know, HQPlayer is supposed to need a small nuclear reactor to crank DSD 2048 with unspeakably complex filters and noise shapers, and I am 100% for that at home...
    • Promee
    • Thread
    • dap dongle hqplayer portable raspberry pi
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Computer Audio
  17. Shanling

    Introducing Shanling M8T - New Flagship Portable Android Player with Tubes

    Shanling M8T represents one of our most impactful releases in recent memory, as it brings alongside many aspects of the Shanling’s heritage, while taking a significant step towards the future of our Android Portable Players. Starting with the most obvious, M8T is our first portable player...
  18. N

    Cheap(ish) DAP

    Hello, I'm looking for a relatively cheap DAP, within the range of $300-400. I've never owned one before but would like to at some point switch to a flip phone and currently my music is stored on my smart phone.
  19. S

    Looking for a discontinued portable DAP that will at least match my 2016 iPhone SE headphone out

    I am more of a consumer-grade audio user than an enthusiast. I really enjoy the headphone out on my iPhone SE 1st gen and have headphones that are well-matched to it. I would like to find a pocketable, non-touch screen DAP. It can be discontinued and pretty old. I have a few questions on my...
  20. taeyeong

    closed

    Any recommendations at this point would be helpful
  21. FiiO JM21

    FiiO JM21

    General Specifications Name/Model JM21 Hardware solution Main controller: Qualcomm Snapdragon 680; DAC: CS43198*2; Amp: SGM8262*2 Working mode Android mode/Pure music mode/USB DAC mode/Bluetooth receiving mode Color Sky blue Weight About 156g Dimensions About 120.7x68x13mm Volume...
  22. kesobie

    HiBy R1 $85 CS43131 DAP Released!

    CONGRATS TO HIBY ON THE RELEASE OF THE R1 As it happens, I also got my R1 today and have been spending quite some time with it! First impressions is that this is just crazy small. The entire DAP fits in the screen of the R3 II, and that’s already an impressively small DAP! Also, HiBy...
  23. Sulbh

    FiiO x Jade Audio JM21

    Fiio x Jade Audio JM21 Digital Audio Player to be released soon under $200 Processor: 8-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 (6nm process) • DAC: Dual Cirrus Logic CS43198 DACs • Amplification: 700mW + 700mW output power • Screen: 4.7-inch high-resolution display • Battery Life: 12-hour playback...
  24. JasonNYC

    Astell&Kern A&ultima SP3000M - Coming Soon

    Astell&Kern Expands Its Flagship Player Line With the A&ultima SP3000M The SP3000M Features the Same Superior Audio Circuitry and Sound Quality of the SP3000 While Offering Enhanced Portability Astell&Kern, a global leader in high-resolution audio products and accessories, announces the...
  25. D

    A DAP that balances size and quality

    Hello everyone, I am new to the forum. My dear Shanling M6 (not the Ultra, from 2021) is slowly dying and I want to get a new DAP. I loved everything about the M6, except for its size and weight which meant I couldn't use it anytime and anywhere. Which is why I am looking for a more compact...
Back
Top