[gen G]

Anybody here has any experience with this DAC from Xindak? Can't seem to find any detail review on SQ.

From photo, the build quality looks amzing for $300 (Cattylink) http://www.xindak.com/english/produc...ail.asp?id=230

I'm contemplating between Stello DA100 & Lite DAC68, but this looks tempting - much cheaper.

 

[nelda]

I own this and it sounds good for my ear.
If you do search, you will find my post.

I can't give review as this is the only dac i own. On the other thread, i mentioned that the high is not enough but I was wrong. the problem is in my amp. now i'm a happy chap. i would say go ahead. we need other dac in headfi than zhaolu

 

[gen G]

Thanks, I'll look up your review.

I tend to use my hardware for years & unlikely to mod, so tend to prefer something by more established companies like Cayin, Shanling & Xindak etc if i'm going for Chinese made audio products.

They'll likely to have some form of QC to maintain consistency & reliability.

 

[nelda]

I think that is a very wise course indeed.

 

[Headphony]

I have this DAC and am extremely happy with it. I can only compare it to my Silverstone EB01, which the Xindak is miles ahead of. The Xindak has great detail and air and sounds quite neutral to me.

 

[gen G]

Glad to hear positive feedback for the Xindak. I was initially looking for the Stello DA100 - mainly due to positive reviews plus solid & compact build.

As I've just tried a friend's tube DAC with positive results, swaying a little to tube like LiteDAC 68 & the Xindak. The Xindak's fabrication looks great inside out - like the Stello.

However, Xindak cost less than LiteDAC, so I'm also wondering if the cost savings is due to economy of mass production or inferior component.

By the way, I'm using a 880(2006) thru a HA-01 (rolled with Mullard4004). The DAC I tried out is from Japan, ICL Model 2. http://www.icl.co.jp/audio/english/m2-1.htm

Except for the slightly suppressed extreme high freq & low bass output, the setup has really captivating & natural SQ. Highs were clear without frying my ears & mid is pure liquid - with good recording.

 

[nelda]

I was in your position too 3 months ago.
I go for Xindak for the look. the Lite series don't look professional, if you asked me. As I mentioned I don't have much money lying around to buy different dac and live in New Zealand don't help either.

 

[gen G]

The Litedac has performance credibility as they are specialized in DAC though. Too bad I have no way to audition them, as none of these models are sold where I live.

I'm still pondering between a tubed or solid state like the Stello. The lack of bass slam on typical tubed design is the only thing holding me back.

I've also considered upgrading to a 990 to get more bass too.

 

[Black Stuart]

gen G,
I have been looking at the Xindak DAC. Also their Pre-amp looks very good as well.
This old chestnut about valved/tubed gear not having bass is complete bollocks. I have a SET h/amp the WAD MK1 which uses the Mullard ECL83 valve, coupled with Senn. HD600's/Cardas cable set this has real bass slam.

Headphony - it would be good for you to write a review on this DAC.

Stuart

 

[gen G]

My friend which loaned me the tube DAC and silver i/c just mentioned that his silver i/c is bass light, so that may have contributed partially to it.

His DAC also tend to emphasis the mids - so running these thru my SET amp may not be the best option.

Of course, I'm not sure if my 880 headphone is good with bass to begin with. Not sure if changing to 990 helps.

Will be great if I can get a setup with the lucious mids I'm getting with a bit more air on top and a solid bass - may have to pay a lot more though.