[BenF]

Will this cable work?

https://aliexpress.ru/item/10050015...03649846&spm=a2g0s.8937460.0.0.58722e0eespgdz

Or is it better to use this one?

https://aliexpress.ru/item/1005002077614689.html?spm=a2g0s.8937460.0.0.58722e0eespgdz

Please see here:
Using Pro 82 with a balanced cable

More useful links in the 2nd and 3rd posts in this thread.

 

[LittleAndy]

I read these messages for a long time. I was interested in the opinion specifically about the options I proposed.

 

[BenF]

I read these messages for a long time. I was interested in the opinion specifically about the options I proposed.

One of these options (the first one) is meantioned in my post - it's the one I recommend.

 

[LittleAndy]

I understand correctly that, although structurally it belongs to a different model, it works without problems with Takstar?

 

[BenF]

I understand correctly that, although structurally it belongs to a different model, it works without problems with Takstar?

Correct.

 

[BenF]

Unbelievable deal: Sabaj DA2 (aka SMSL Idea) for 40$ only (Idea was selling for 85$) - using coupon code "BA334DFUUB6L" for 20% off the 50$ price: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32825193760.html

It sounds incredible with Pro 82 (especially as part of a synergy combo with O2), and supports highest imaginable standards - PCM up to 768kHz, DSD up to DSD512.

This is the last place to get DA2/Idea, they are sold out everywhere. Once this store goes out of stock - you won't be able to get them anymore!
This coupon will likely be discontinued at 11.11 in favor of a 2.5$ discount - so hurry now!

 

[BenF]

The beast deal of Cyber Monday - Sabaj DA2 (aka SMSL Idea) is at 40$ again!
It can play up to 32bit/768kHz and DSD512, and drives Pro 82 beautifully (although it is better as part of a synergy combo with O2).
It can be had for only 40$ during the BF/CM sale on Ali: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32825193760.html
Even at the original price of 85$ for SMSL Idea it was a steal, now it's just basically free.
I already own 4 of these, but couldn't resist the price and bought another one

This is the last place to get DA2/Idea, they are sold out everywhere. Once this store goes out of stock - you won't be able to get them anymore!

 

[Cosita]

Does it work as a sound card for PC?

Thanks

 

[BenF]

Does it work as a sound card for PC?

Thanks

SABAJ DA2? Yes, it's an amp/DAC, so it's basically an external sound card.
It doesn't support a microphone though, only supports a headphone output.

 

[Hefring]

Hello, somebody checked Pro 80 with xduoo mt-601/ mt-602, it is better / worse of Little Bear P10? Which one has more synergy?
My source now is Fiio m3k player, and I looking for non DAC amplifier, and maybe option preamp for my stationary audio system.

 

[BenF]

Hello, somebody checked Pro 80 with xduoo mt-601/ mt-602, it is better / worse of Little Bear P10? Which one has more synergy?
My source now is Fiio m3k player, and I looking for non DAC amplifier, and maybe option preamp for my stationary audio system.

I have MT603 - it is much less transparent than P10, doesn't have the same tube-y sound.

 

[Hefring]

I have MT603 - it is much less transparent than P10, doesn't have the same tube-y sound.

Thank you! Do You have some recommendation of tubes for P10, or a standard Chinese tube is enough?
In Web I find a lot of good reviews about soviet 6N23P, but no experience on T10.

 

[BenF]

Thank you! Do You have some recommendation of tubes for P10, or a standard Chinese tube is enough?
In Web I find a lot of good reviews about soviet 6N23P, but no experience on T10.

I bought some replacement tubes, but never used them.
The preinstalled tube sounds very good.

 

[Hefring]

I bought some replacement tubes, but never used them.
The preinstalled tube sounds very good.

Thank you!

 

[BenF]

Thank you!

You are welcome!

If you want synergy, don't forget to buy the EL-D01: https://www.aliexpress.com/wholesale?catId=0&SearchText=ELE+EL-D01
It should be a better match than your FIIO.
Review is here: https://www.head-fi.org/threads/tak...scussion-thread.849965/page-141#post-14373423