mqa

  1. fjlabs

    MQA over Coax Compatible DAC's?

    I just got the Bluesound Node 2i and it can only output digital via Coax/TOSLink. Most MQA compatible DAC's are only able to do the three MQA unfolds through the USB input and just completely skip that functionality over Coax. Are there any DAC's that are able to unfold MQA all three times over...
  2. Hidizs DH80/DH80S

    Hidizs DH80/DH80S

    DH80 Unique Portable DAC & AMP Made for AP80/AP80Pro with perfect unity. DH80S Unique Portable DAC & AMP Not only made for AP80/AP80 Pro, but also for mobile phone, PC, iPad, wired earphones, desktop speaker, etc. How to use the DH80S Portable Balanced DAC & AMP, is up to you. Support MQA...
    • cqtek
    • Head Gear item
    • 3.5mm se 4.4mm balanced dh80 dh80s es9281c hidizs mqa rt6863c sabre
    • Reviews: 3
    • Category: Amp/DACs
  3. soufiaj

    ALO Audio Pilot vs. __________ discussion

    What’s up fellas! This is my first posting. Sorry for my english as it is not my first language. *wink* As a mobile phone user, I am curious in trying out this little headphone/IEM dongle from ALO Audio. However, it is not yet available for testing in my country where I currently residing. On...
  4. Hiby FC3

    Hiby FC3

    Hiby's first Dongle DAC, featuring an ES9281PRO Chip, supports MQA, HiBy Music app, HiRes certified, 70mW high power / low battery consumption, RGB indicator light, DSD128, 3.5mm headphone jack, USB-C port, all metal body, leather case
  5. KHADAS

    Khadas Tone2 Pro: Mini Desktop DAC with built-in Headphone Amplifier

    Hi Head-Fiers, Tone2 Pro is our second generation Tone Board from Khadas that incorporates a variety of user feedback from our first-gen product, the Tone1. ESS ES9038Q2M DAC has been paired with four powerful OPA1612 operational amplifiers, and three buffer amplifiers. This 3-stage...
  6. X

    Portable USB DAC/AMP with Bluetooth for CA Andromeda.

    I am looking for a decent portable DAC/AMP that can be used as a USB DAC or Bluetooth DAC with my Campfire Andromeda IEMs. Currently, I am using Dragonfly Cobalt with IEMatch which is quite good for in-home use but is extremely annoying on-the-go when I attach everything to my Android...
  7. Miraboy

    What would you change to improve my setup?

    Whilst I'm in no way unhappy with my set up, well, you all know how it is... I've been away from this world for a few years so would really appreciate some opinions on what component you would change to improve my set up. I run a PC via Kimber Ag Silver USB into and HRT Streamer II DAC. This...
  8. Paul Sheridan

    Best Sub 500-600 DAC

    to give you a little background on the system i listen to on a daily basis: musical fidelity V-DAC Sugden Bijou Headmaster ATH-W1000 Headphones Source(s) Lossless FLAC files on PC /Tidal hifi subscription I am looking to get an upgrade on the Musical Fidelity v-dac which i currently use to...
  9. C

    worthy portable upgrade from c5d dac/amp

    Hi, my current OTG is jds c5d + aeon flow 2 closed / he400i + ipad11"/macbook pro 16" + tidal masters/foobar I love my c5d but it's been awhile and it's battery sucks, and bass boost distorts the AF2C bad. It's discontinued and im sure there are newer better portable dac/amps now.. Im looking...
  10. Pro-Ject Pre Box S2 Digital DAC/PREAMP

    Pro-Ject Pre Box S2 Digital DAC/PREAMP

    Pre Box S2 Digital marks a new era for our S-series components. For the very first time we are using a dual mono configuration with the highest class D/A converters of ESS Sabre. Their flagship DAC-chip ensures highest class audio in a small and affordable package. This DAC is capable of high...
    • Dobrescu George
    • Head Gear item
    • amplifier dac dsd headphone lcd mqa preamp roon small tidal
    • Reviews: 1
    • Category: DACs
  11. OscSop

    File Format - FLAC 24/192 vs DSD64 vs MQA

    Apologies if this has been asked before. I have been reading so much about this and have basically come full circle and still have no idea as to an answer. There may not be an answer and may be down to personal preference, but even so, I'm going to ask! I have been listening to some FLAC...
  12. S

    MQA

    Hello. I recently subscribed to Tidal HiFi(currently free trial) and I saw some songs actually are offered in their masters quality (MQA). However what do I need to hear the difference between normal high 320kbps quality and the master one? How do I actually enjoy the full quality? I currently...
  13. sunshine83

    Edifier S880DB and LG V30+

    Hi everyone, first of all, sorry for my novice question. My logic says yes you're right but I still can't be sure, so decided to ask away here :) I just bought Edifier S880DB bookshelf speakers, they support hi-res audio through optical, coaxial and usb inputs. It also has two more RCA and aux...
  14. Astell&Kern A&ultima SP2000

    Astell&Kern A&ultima SP2000

    Introducing the A&ultima SP2000, the third player in the A&ultima lineup. The SP2000 features newly developed audio circuitry and amplifier design taking your music to a whole new level. AK Flagship AKM AK4499EQ Dual DACs Quad-Core CPU 5.0" 720x1280 HD Touchscreen 32bit/768kHz, Native DSD512...
  15. DarKu

    SMSL M500

    ☆Supports MQA decoding; ☆Using the high-end ES9038PRO D/A chip of ESS ; ☆USB uses XMOS XU-216, true 32bit USB solution, supports DoP and native DSD PCM up to 768kHz, support to DSD512; ☆All input ports support DSD transmission, coaxial, fiber support DoP64; ☆ discrete components high power and...
    • DarKu
    • Head Gear item
    • dac dac amp mqa smsl smsl m500
    • Comments: 1
    • Reviews: 1
    • Category: DACs
  16. peter123

    Zorloo Ztella USB C DAC impressions thread

    This thread is for discussions regarding the soon to be released Zorloo Ztella USB-DAC. As a sucker for DAC/Amps in general and portable ones specifically I'm hyped about this new offering from Zorloo...
  17. Mytek Brooklyn DAC+

    Mytek Brooklyn DAC+

    Brooklyn DAC+ is primarily reference USB2 DAC, but also line and phono analog preamplifier and a reference headphone amplifier. It integrates digital and vinyl hi-res playback for reference listening on headphones and speakers. All integrated functions are of the premium grade. Both phono...
    • Dobrescu George
    • Head Gear item
    • amp dac flagship headphone amplifier high-end mqa roon tidal
    • Comments: 1
    • Reviews: 1
    • Category: Amp/DACs
  18. sunshine83

    Affordable Network Streamer Recommendations with MQA?

    Hi guys, first of all I'm sorry if this is not the right place to ask this. I'm looking for a network streamer with MQA unfolding capabilities. I've found iFi Pro iDSD but it's very expensive :( Ideally I'd like to stream music from my iPhone via Airplay, then play MQA and hi-res flac and dsd...
  19. Lumin D2

    Lumin D2

    The Lumin D2 is a Roon ready media streamer, with native DSD 128 and DSD64 DAC using Wolfson dual-mono WM8741 DAC with SPDIF output (using BNC)
  20. kp297

    Unfiltered and straight from the source with Apogee (Kishore Patel, Bharat Patel)

    Preface Hi folks, it’s good to be back! Last time you saw us was when we toured the Audeze factory, and sat down with Sankar Thiagasamudram to discuss the development of high performance planar magnetic headphones. If you haven’t already seen it, please check it out (https://bit.ly/2yLcHHb). We...
  21. GiBGUN

    Great DAC for Desktop MQA?

    Hi, I'm looking for a great DAC to use on my desktop, solely for USB to my PC, although the ability to control tidal directly from the DAC would be a big plus. - Good pairing for Audeze LCD-XC - Full hardware MQA decoding - Sexy looking! :P (not essential) I was veering towards the Pro-Ject...
  22. sunshine83

    - I Need Your Help Guys! (about MQA) -

    Hi everyone! I'm not that expert in audio but I can still distiguish the difference between CD audio and Hi-Res audio :) I gues this is a good thing :) Currently I discovered MQA files from Tidal and I really liked their sound. They sound like hi-res tracks but the size of the file is...
    • sunshine83
    • Thread
    • dac - tidal - mqa dlna hi-res hi-res audio hi-res player mqa steamer
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Computer Audio
  23. P

    1st Post - Help with Onyko HF ios Player and MQA

    I purchased 3 MQA albums from the Onkyo Music site. The following playback chain works: MQA Album on PC>Audirvana Plus (I get blue MQA dot)>ifi Nano idsd Black Label(purple=MQA)>speakers (powered) - everything seems fine (blue and purple dots). However, when I copy an album to the iphone Onkyo...
  24. Onkyo DP-S1 Rubato

    Onkyo DP-S1 Rubato

    Built for Love of Music High quality mobile audio should not be outrageously expensive or difficult to use. While there are now many DAPs around to choose from, the DP-S1 delivers the best balance of immersive high-fidelity reproduction and everyday practicality. Lightweight, compact, and...
  25. Navodar

    ifi iDSD nano BL - firmware/MQA issues

    I have purchased the ifi nano BL and I am very pleased with the sound it produces as well as the MQA reproduction from Tidal, however there are some serious issues I am facing with it. One should have been told the device does not ship with an MQA compatible firmware and you have to upgrade it...
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