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FX Audio DAC-X6 vs Dilvpoetry DAC-X6.
I ordered the two as they are different internally but with almost identical chassis.
So I will do a detailed review on each one. The Dilvpoetry is coming in cheaper at $58.99 with the FX-Audio at $64.99. Supposedly the Dilvpoetry is a newer take on the X6.
FX Audio DAC-X6
DAC chipesets: CS8416,CS4398,OPA213+ FX-Audio branded oscillator
Headphone amplifier chipsets: OP275+TPA6120
Use of 16v capacitors
https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51Nga-mavjL._SL1001_.jpg
https://cdn.head-fi.org/a/8779828.jpg
Dilvpoetry DAC-X6
DAC chipesets: CS8416+AK4452+JRC5532+OPA213
Headphone amplifier chipsets: N5532+TPA6120
Use of 25v capacitors
https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51gCOoz6kNL._SL1200_.jpg
https://ae01.alicdn.com/kf/HTB1NEzG...2-JRC5532-USB-Fiber-Coaxial-Digital-Audio.jpg
I have both but want to keep one as I want my second DAC to be a more premium device.
It also appears the Dilvpoetry is louder than the FX but I understand the FX has high gain jumpers.
So far the Dilvpoetry has what appears like more treble and get's distorted at high volumes but that could be the headphones (DT 770) the FX is a little softer on the ears not as loud and is clear at high volume. I could be imagining things but those who understand the chipsets better might be able to shed some light on it for me.
Based on the chipsets what is better on paper and what would you choose if you had to?
EDIT: Went with the FX-Audio. It sounded more refined and smoother compared to the other which was a little harsher.
I ordered the two as they are different internally but with almost identical chassis.
So I will do a detailed review on each one. The Dilvpoetry is coming in cheaper at $58.99 with the FX-Audio at $64.99. Supposedly the Dilvpoetry is a newer take on the X6.
FX Audio DAC-X6
DAC chipesets: CS8416,CS4398,OPA213+ FX-Audio branded oscillator
Headphone amplifier chipsets: OP275+TPA6120
Use of 16v capacitors
https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51Nga-mavjL._SL1001_.jpg
https://cdn.head-fi.org/a/8779828.jpg
Dilvpoetry DAC-X6
DAC chipesets: CS8416+AK4452+JRC5532+OPA213
Headphone amplifier chipsets: N5532+TPA6120
Use of 25v capacitors
https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51gCOoz6kNL._SL1200_.jpg
https://ae01.alicdn.com/kf/HTB1NEzG...2-JRC5532-USB-Fiber-Coaxial-Digital-Audio.jpg
I have both but want to keep one as I want my second DAC to be a more premium device.
It also appears the Dilvpoetry is louder than the FX but I understand the FX has high gain jumpers.
So far the Dilvpoetry has what appears like more treble and get's distorted at high volumes but that could be the headphones (DT 770) the FX is a little softer on the ears not as loud and is clear at high volume. I could be imagining things but those who understand the chipsets better might be able to shed some light on it for me.
Based on the chipsets what is better on paper and what would you choose if you had to?
EDIT: Went with the FX-Audio. It sounded more refined and smoother compared to the other which was a little harsher.
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