[Apos Audio]

Hi all,

Happy New Year!

We’re thrilled to introduce the SMSL SU-X MQA Desktop DAC. This advanced DAC features dual ESS ES9039MSPRO chips, offering unmatched sound clarity and precision. Packed with top-shelf components like an XMOS XU-316 USB controller, MQA-CD decoding, and a Qualcomm Bluetooth 5.1 chip, it offers unparalleled sound quality for audiophiles who appreciate the finer details in sound.

Product highlights 

• Dual ESS ES9039MSPRO DAC chips
• MQA and MQA-CD decoding
• XMOS XU-316 USB chip for true 32-bit audio
• CK-03 clock processing circuit for reduced jitter
• Separate linear power supplies for digital and analog circuits
• Supports PCM up to 768kHz and DSD up to DSD512
• Gold-plated I/O interfaces
• Qualcomm aptX and LDAC Bluetooth support
• Full-fit color IPS display with tempered glass
• High-quality aluminum alloy housing

 

[LXMc]

At the very least I quite like the aesthetic on this one - at first glance thought it was a new Matrix Audio unit.

 

[VandyMan]

SMSL SU-X is going to be pronounced SMSL SUCKS by most Americans. Might want to rethink that name.

 

[Uncle00Jesse]

Can’t wait to try my Aful Performers on the SU-X!

 

[Khronos]

Can’t wait to try my Aful Performers on the SU-X!

Still needs an amp. I'd get my schiit figured out.

Then you can say your gear is "Aful, sux schiit."

 

[OhmsClaw]

SMSL SU-X is going to be pronounced SMSL SUCKS by most Americans. Might want to rethink that name.

The SMSL GR-8

 

[paulwasabii]

Reminded me of this for the Robocop fans

 

[PenguinHeadphoner]

Hi,

I currently own a product that also sports the ESS9039 Pro DAC.
All I can say is that this DAC is about the best thing I have ever heard.
It litterally squeezes every last drop of music juice out of your tracks...

So I can tell that this is probably going to be a must-have device

Regards.

 

[drummerman1]

Horizontal fins may look nice when clean but they are dust traps, especially for desktop applications. I always wondered why amplifier manufacturers, especially those of serious heat generating Class A designs do them instead of vertical ones.

Are they really needed for a DAC?

Doubt it. A design follie.

 

[Rhamnetin]

Horizontal fins may look nice when clean but they are dust traps, especially for desktop applications. I always wondered why amplifier manufacturers, especially those of serious heat generating Class A designs do them instead of vertical ones.

Are they really needed for a DAC?

Doubt it. A design follie.

It's just for looks. There probably isn't anything on the fins, since their electronics are always PCB mounted.

 

[Audiowood]

SMSL SU-X is going to be pronounced SMSL SUCKS by most Americans. Might want to rethink that name.

Now that you mention it, I can't erase it in my head anymore.

 

[VandyMan]

Now that you mention it, I can't erase it in my head anymore.

Sorry about that.

 

[psy472]

So how will this sound on testing? Any reviewers willing to take the “SU-X” challenge?