Topping d90 vs d90se forum The Setup The Benchmark DAC3 and Topping D90LE are connected to the ARX RS-1 automatic switch using a Wi-Fi enabled Shelly1 relay. Mar 22, 2022 #1 Forum Donor. D90 - Dec 23, 2019 (no MQA support) D90 MGA - May 15, 2020 (MQA support) D90SE - Jun 15, 2021 (MQA support) D90LE - released at the same time as the SE (no MQA support) Id assume the D90SE/LE are considered the D90 II. Best. Joined Nov 11, 2020 Messages 3,050 Likes 2,705 Location Nashville. Jun 28, 2021 Macbook Pro -> JRiver with Dirac Live -> Topping D90SE -> SMSL DA-9 and Topping L50 -> Markaudio A person reviewing a Topping D90 with a Auralic G2. From the Review: Home Office: MacBook Pro, Airport Express, Toslink, Topping D90 MQA, Nobsound passive volume control, Musical Fidelity A3. I'll be using it with newer MacBook Air into some KEF LS50 Wireless speakers. SMSL SU-10 + SMSL VMV P1 vs TOPPING D90SE + TOPPING A90 DISCRETE. Joined Feb 7, 2021 Messages 1,490 Likes I also use as a daily driver the A90 with the SMSL DL200 which is a 5 volt DAC and sounds as flawless as the D90's here but for under $200. If the cost is not a concern and you are buying a new DAC, might as well opt for D90 III. I think if I wanted seriously to upgrade from my E30 that I would take a very hard look at the D90se. Jan 28, 2024 That's why I don't like the worse jitter performance of D90 III compared to D90SE. Lets get to the nitty-gritty. We spent 3 hours switching back and forth and playing the exact same 5 TOPPING has introduced an array of highly-regarded DACs, ranging from budget-friendly options to top-of-the-line models. I am happy to recommend the TOPPING D90 III Sabre. 99 (non-MQA) Photos (shoot me, I like silver): A18 Front Topping D90 SE: Amir's review. The "OLD" D90 would sonically and significantly surpass the new DAC (or even higher end dacs) with poor quality jitter source. That DAC is warmer and slightly less detailed. The Node 2i sounded like someone put a cloth on top of my speakers compared to Topping D90 and Denarips Ares II. We did our best to level match everything between inputs. When the D90SE was grouped via Roon’s grouping feature with a Gustard X-16, the D90SE would emit an occasional low-level “burp. Is there any reason for me to upgrade? Last edited: Jul 14, 2023. Mar 22, 2022 #2 conman said: Equipment Forums. We had a Schiit Yggdrasil, a Schiit Gungnir multibit, a Schiit Bifrost, a Topping D30, and D50, and an RME Babyface. The RME exhibits those traits and then ups the game considerably for a few hundred dollars more, with incredible features = bass/treble controls, a loudness setting, and even a 5-band parametric equalizer. I liked the Schiit sound more. This tech does sound impressive but ofc it is expensive. Id assume the D90SE/LE are considered the D90 II. -Freya+, Eversolo DMP-A6, Bluesound Node 2i, VTV Purifi, Buckeye 3 channel Purifi, Buckeye 2 channel NC252 MP, Emotiva PA-1 monoblocs, Onkyo RZ50, Topping D90SE, Revel F208, Infinity RC263, Kef surrounds, Monoprice M-10 V2, Infinity Sub R-12, LG C3 evo. I’ve been thinking about putting together another system. Top. Serious problem in preamp mode Topping D90SE and D90LE. Köztük az ízlésbéli különbségek döntenek, For the more adventurous folks with Oppo players looking to interface it with the Topping, check out the website below. It was kindly sent to me by the company. The various Topping D90's differ in that they use different DAC chip sets -- the original used the AKM 4499, the later ones, after the AKM factory fire, use ESS chips and different Since D90 has been sold out, many people are wondering when will the latest version be ready for the market. The entire reason for buying the Topping D90 is because it is a top-end DAC*. TOPPING D90 III Sabre DAC Review. The Topping D90SE is a clear, better then topping d90 mqa dac IMO ,good dacs if you can’t afford over a grand . The D90se also includes the option of either 4 or 5 volt XLR output (I prefer 5 with the Pro iCAN Signature), while the D90 is capped at 4. Jan 20, 2024 VTV Purifi, Buckeye 3 channel Purifi, Buckeye 2 channel NC252 MP, Emotiva PA-1 monoblocs, Onkyo RZ50, Topping D90SE, Revel F208, Infinity RC263, Kef surrounds, Monoprice M Forum Donor. It was sent to me by the company and costs US $899. In the world of high-end digital-to-analog converters (DACs), two models that have been generating a lot of hype are the RME ADI 2 DAC FS and the Topping D90. Until someone else has another MQA decoder that is working properly, I won't know. I understand the D90SE has MQA and mine doesn't which isn't a big concern for me. You must have a verified phone number and physical address in order to Roon set to exclusive ASIO output can say 44. Joined Dec 4, 2019 Messages 218 Likes 179 Location CA. Audio, Audio, Audio! DACs, Streamers, Servers, Players, Audio Interface I currently have a Topping D90SE DAC. Apr 2, 2024 #2,823 I do the opposite. But the organized detail retrieval is quite amazing, so much detail. " if a neutral, high-resolution, modern, well-configured DAC that sounds as true to source material as any I've ever heard is something you are seeking, the D90SE could easily qualify as your new When I used the D90SE connected directly to an amplifier, I routed the unused feed to my subwoofer. Equipment Forums. This static continues until I turn the D90SE off and on again. DACs . I was about to buuy the gustard a26, when the relrease of the d90 iii and smsl su-x cought my attention. Today, they are set to unveil the successor to the D90SE, named D90 III Discrete, priced at $999. We are exicted to announce that D90SE is available in our store now. HifiGuides Forums Gustard x16 vs Topping D90. You're looking at two of the more expensive models. Topping D90SE IIS input (PS Audio I2S) Compatibility ? Thread starter Frank Sol; Start date Aug 20, 2021; Frank Sol Lunatic Member. What is your opinion on this E70 velvet and how do you compare this to the D90SE DAC? A Topping D90SE meglépte azt a szintet a DAC chip cseréjével, mint az előző verzió, más stílusban, de ugyanolyan jó minőségben zenél, mint az elődje, vagy mint a Topping D70S. Joined Dec 21, 2020 Messages 2,286 Likes 3,402. TOPPING D90SE Updates to D90 III Discrete Home. You might want a DAC with a 5V/2. Pretty The D90 output voltage was not sufficient to drive a Nord 1ET400A Purifi amp with Sparkos SS2590 input buffers to full output. Loxjie D50: Amir's review. Gustard X16 and Topping D90 before moving up a level to the Gustard X26Pro which I really enjoy. Locked post. D90SE Fully Balanced DAC -TOPPING (tpdz. I had the opportunity to listen to the D90SE as part of a tour organized by AudioTiers. Forums. Thread starter fred38; Start date Aug 8, 2022; Tags d90le d90se topping 1; 2; 3; I took the decision to buy a Topping DAC after reading the many praising topics on this forum. D90 III SABRE- Dec 18, 2023 (MQA support) will their be a cheaper D90 III without MQA support? who knows! Forum Donor. Nekky March 21, 2021, 1:54pm 23. . iiWi review and comparisons of the Topping D90 III. A friend brought over the X26 Pro last week and it had more Authority and 'Body' than my D90. Topping Pre90 Review (preamplifier) HIRES_FAN, Mar 14, I have the Topping D90SE and this seems to be a nice companion. I was responsible for covering shipping costs to the next reviewer and am not being compensated The D90SE retails for $899. My previous topping hardware was ok sounding but some simple multibit DACs from aliexpress sounded much better to my ears then a Topping D10. I was personally choosing the D90 MQA few months ago, but that doesn't means it's better than the other three from this thread. Topping D90: Amir's review and my teardown for D90 MQA. (Maryland) Jul 11, 2020 #2 When playing DSD files on the D90SE, when a song finishes and another starts, a relatively low-level but still audible static/noise sound starts playing constantly, whether music is playing or not, whether PCM or DSD files. I haven't got any experience with SMSL. I have a few pieces of Topping gear but not the specifics you are looking for. Bedroom: Topping D90 MQA + Topping A90D + Mackie MR6Mk3 + Mackie MRS10mk3, Motu M4, Focusrite Clarett 2PRE USB Living room: ASUS Essence One MKii + Matrix HPA-3B , Yamaha A-S701 + Marantz CINEMA 70s + SVS SB-3000 + CANTON GLE 496 + Magnat Monitor S 14 C + JBL Control 28-1 + JBL Control 23-1 WH Oppo 205 and 105D vs Topping D90 and Topping Dx7 Pro. Sponsor Announcements and Deals. I disabled all the This is a review and detailed measurements of the Topping D90SE flagship balanced USB DAC. Some also most likely to 'hype' which you guys have less time for. net) The D90SE has new ES9038Pro, Sinad 126dB@1khz (vs D90 122dB@1khz), Dynamic Range 134dB@1khz (vs D90 127dB@1khz), 2nd gen XMOS XU216, same CSR 8675, MQA is Included and USB/Optical/Coax/AES now The Topping D90SE was (finally!) reviewed in the April 2022 edition of The Absolute Sound. The warmth of the Gustard makes it suitable for many setups. The ADI-2 has two connections for headphones the D90SE has none. Thread starter dazkyl; Start date Dec 14, 2023; D. The sound is perfectly clean when playing PCM files. Like a dream coming true. My concern is the preamp part of the DAC that generates static noise, crackles and popping in my speakers that The D90SE/LE has a remote control though it doesn't have a very good range like all Topping remotes. I already own the D90. 00005% THD+N rating! Topping prices are going crazy. When you compared Topping D90SE to Qutest, was D90SE using its balanced outputs (into what?) vs Qutest's single-ended output only? Sources / Amps: Gustard U16 / Topping D90 MQA / Topping A90, Topping D50 / Little Dot MKII, Topping G5, Hidizs DH80S, Astell&Kern XB10, Holo May Kte Vs Topping D90se Vs SMSL SU-10. This blog page was cited earlier but it identifies the various psychoacoustic mechanisms at The Absolute Sound reviews the Topping D90SE. Headphone Amps (full-size) Thread starter aurimasma; Start date Jul 14, 2023; Also, maybe at the same time anyone has had a chance to compare Topping D90 vs D90se (or D90le)? I own D90 (older model) and A90 (not Discreet, also older model). Help and Getting Started. Joined May 14, 2022 Messages 74 Likes 12. Thread starter rococoxxx; Start date Jul 11, 2020; R. Joined Nov 27, 2020 Messages 469 Likes 375. My Gustard X26 Pro is unlike the DAC3B and D90SE. Thread starter boomtheroom; Start date Mar 9, 2023; boomtheroom Member. Joined Nov 11, 2020 Messages 3,051 Likes 2,705 Location Nashville. Then 2nd gen D90SE/D90LE change to ES9038pro because fire broke out AKM factory, which I owned for months. This is a review and detailed measurements of the Topping D90SE flagship balanced USB DAC. com. The D90SE comes in the same clothes as current class of Topping products which is just fine with me: View attachment 135755 We have the usual inputs and outputs including Bluetooth: The D90SE also offers 7 PCM and 4 DSD filter options, compared to the D90’s 6 and 2, and it’s the D90se’s 7th sharp roll off corrected minimum phase I prefer the best. It all depends on what you're Sounds like my Benchmark DAC3B. A highly favorable review worthy of the tested performance by ASR. We took notes, throughout. Popping in for a quick question as I’ve been comparing the Topping vs. 1 (or laptop with Denafrips Gaia DDC) feeding it and comparing a "new" D90SE with a laptop feeding it source usb source. 4. That's the Topping mecca. audio Open. On the SINAD charts of the ASR Forum, I think there are currently only 2-3 DACs ahead of the D90SE. That was the case when I compared my ESS Topping to the AKM Schiit. Review Index. Gustard for an imminent Second, I agree about the distortion vs frequency. Topping D90 has pigued my interest. Hello, I knew Topping DAC started from the 1st generation of D90 with AK4499EX, and I still keep D90 MQA. Looks pretty interesting. Dedicated Source Components. Not sure if I want that one or the D90 III Discrete now. Mar 9, 2023 #1 Hi All Looking At Getting My first Dac Forum Donor. I understand they were originally Little Dot who produced lo cost CD players. Home. I did try the original D90 and preferred the 70. My view is with diminishing returns (and experience with Chord 2Qute) is the jump to Hugo 2 will not be worth the vast money (for me anyway). They offer two hardware mods for the BDP-103, BDP-105 and the UDP-203–one that creates an unprocessed coax or AES/EBU signal to pass on to the Topping, and another that does Also, maybe at the same time anyone has had a chance to compare Topping D90 vs D90se (or D90le)? I own D90 (older model) and A90 (not Discreet, also older model). See the top ratings for the Topping D90, then go to buy one and see mostly the D90SE, not sure what the difference the "SE" is. (However, I am using I2S input now so USB chip Forums. SMSL SU-9: Amir's review. conman Member. As far as inputs and outputs go, you can’t differentiate them as they have them all. Joined Dec 10, 2019 Messages 3,580 Likes 2,689 Location James Island, SC Wiim Ultra vs Wiim Ultra + Topping D90 III Sabre (Comparison) Joined Jan 18, 2024 Messages 14 Likes 8. Joined Mar 20, 2020 Messages 10 Likes 11. Jan 5, 2022 I don't use my D90SE with a TV but had the same issue with my D90 and a Samsung TV from ~2010. Two major benefits of the D90SE were improved layering and dynamics. The D90SE also offers 7 PCM and 4 I'm doing an A/B comparison of Topping D90 vs D90SE using a transparent XLR switch connected to Topping D30 A30 Pro headphone amplifier and I hear volume differences between them at the same voltage measured with a multimeter. As you can see, the design is what we have know about most of Topping's D90 III Sabre balanced DAC is an evolution of the Topping D90SE DAC. But the organized detail retrieval Sounds like my Benchmark DAC3B. Thread starter Mostec; Start date Dec 3, 2021; Forum Donor. Oct 17, 2024 #469 I had Topping D90SE, E70v, SMSL d400ex in my setup. (and likely Topping D90SE) but that is a matter of minor differences. Ultimately I ordered the D90, as a result, and couldn’t be happier. New posts Search forums. I too don't find their sound stage very wide, but wide enough. The D90 costs US Reviews. The Topping D90SE is a clear, detailed, and a neutral DAC. Equipment / Electronics / Gear / Accessories. Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion Topping D90 mqa vs Benchmark DAC3. ----- This is my second and a shootout between two different implementations of the AK4499 chip, one by Topping and one by Gustard. 1KHz, Topping USB Audio Panel says 44. Joined Dec 31, 2019 Messages 997 Likes 1,260 Location United States. Thread starter Apos Audio; Thanks for the review. I used to have the d90se, and also smsl d400ex. ” Topping d90 vs d70s Posts 514 Likes 1,168 Location Northern Spain. -Topping D70, Monoprice THX 887, Dan Clark Aeon Open, Senn HD 58X, Focal Elex. connectivity options, same The upper end topping dacs are very revealing and offer amazing detail a depth. A DAC that sounds like it uses tubes. Finally, because of the limitations of the APx555, you probably need to look at Topping's own measurements to make the best comparison. So what do I think? Here is the answer from topping support. This is a review and detailed measurements of the Topping D90 Balanced USB DAC with Bluetooth. It is a great DAC, but here is the 'deal' with the X26. For me, it came down to the Topping D50s and Sabaj D7. Any suggestions? I should have kept my I don't know if the issue is with Tidal or it is with the Topping D90SE. I have always found a read through the Audio Science Forum worthwhile if Im in the market for anything from the far east. In this improved version, Topping has chosen new components and added new Menu. Add a Comment. Introductions, Help and Recommendations. ASR SINAD DAC had the Topping D90 on top and it had every connection (I2S, AES, USB, SPDIF), so I bought one from Amazon. It was sent to me by the company for testing and I believe costs US $899. The D90SE is based on the ESS9038Pro chip. New posts I am already looking forward to the measurements in the ASR Forum and assume that the D90 III will climb to the top of the SINAD charts! For the same price Forum Donor. D70s has 216 XMOS. Using USB input, I can hear a distinct difference between D90 vs D90 MQA. Controversial. Joined May 22, 2021 Messages 1,660 Likes 2,382 Location SoCal, Baby! Mar 28, 2023 Forums. I am in the market for a new akm dac. If this is A. better then topping d90 mqa dac IMO ,good dacs if you can’t afford over a grand . A Topping D90 vs Denafrips Ares II? Thread starter turbotuff; Start date Mar 20, 2020; Best sounding DAC under $1000? Topping D90 Votes: Shangri-La, I would not recommend going to an anti-vaccine forum and ask for recommendations on where to get a vaccine, or to a conservative catholic site and ask where to get an abortion, and expect a A few people on this forum are using it with high-quality stuff. D90 vs D90e for someone who is not dedicated geek and already owns D90 Reviews. Returned the original D90; the newer D90SE offers better detail retrieval and strength across all frequencies, while the D90 sounded a bit veiled in the highs and had less clarity in the bottom end (although both handled bass frequencies with equal authority). Joined Jan 11, 2022 Messages 20 Likes 38. It was not bad, but a lot less details compared to those two. D90 has a bit of mixed view out there, some clouded by preference to delta sigma vs R2R vs hybrid. It’s hard to mess up a passive volume switch, so there’s not much to worry about. 1 (or laptop with Denafrips Gaia DDC) feeding it and comparing a "new" D90SE with a laptop feeding it source usb I'm doing an A/B comparison of Topping D90 vs D90SE using a transparent XLR switch connected to Topping D30 A30 Pro headphone amplifier and I hear volume differences The D90SE is equipped with the flagship ES9038 Pro dac chip. I have set the DSD flag to pin 14 and have tried the other I2S specific settings on the Topping D90SE and I’m still getting audio output from only one channel and not stereo. Joined May 31, 2019 Messages 3,115 Likes 5,611 Location Liège, Belgium. DACs. Oct 5, 2024 #2 TOPPING D90 III Sabre DAC Review This is a review and detailed measurements of the TOPPING D90 III Sabre balanced stereo DAC. Also, when my Topping went bad, it was out of the return period and I had to ship it to China so there's First let me say that I value this forum extremely highly, as it is a unique source of measurements that represent a "smell test" or a minimum hurdle for audio equipment. volikovvv March 10, 2021, 10:13am 22. New. I believe this amp requires ~7. If you dare, check out ASR's forum too. Along with the NOS/OS mode and 3 custom filters. A quick search on the forum didn't show any matches for this topic. Let's delve into the details. 2cr power amp, Dynaudio Contour s1. Dec 25, 2022 #2,706 VTV Purifi, Buckeye 3 channel Purifi, Buckeye 2 channel NC252 MP, Emotiva PA-1 monoblocs, Onkyo RZ50, I made that decision after reading the reviews on the D90SE. What shows up in Roon as a Roon-ready endpoint is my Topping D90se, with the ZS hosting it. Thread starter shenzhenaudio; Does the Topping D90 III Sabre have a Parametric EQ? In the market for a new DAC after I sell off my Denafrips. I have a WiiM Pro (network streamer) that sends the digital audio (volume=100%) to my Topping D90 (DAC). There are lots of DAC choices out there, and lots of reasons to get a more powerful headphone amp, but so far I don't feel the need to upgrade the D90/TA-20, and it sounds like the D90SE is also holding up nicely against Forum Donor. AKM had the warehouse fire and Schiit had to switch over to ESS for awhile. The warmth of the TOPPING D90LE vs D90SE vs D90 Comparison Chart apos. Thread starter shenzhenaudio; Start date Sep 9, 2024; Tags d90 iii discrete dac preamp Suggest changing the Topping D90SE to Filter 5 "Fast-Roll Linear" (best IMO) to remove all that rippling in the frequency response from Reviews. Topping D90 - great measurements but it is quite cheap compared to other DAC, don't get me wrong The Topping replacement for the D90/D90 MQA, the D90SE has been released. LeDechaine June 11, 2021, 8:03pm 42. “It is normal for the D90SE to have a slight and brief popping sound when switching sample rates. I take it you want balanced as well as rca. 1KHz but D90 iii Discrete OLED screen says 48KHz! And this goes on also at higher frequencies 174Khz vs 192KHz for example. Their observations were similar to mine, and on the more questionable aspects we did swap out doing a little blind testing. Topping D90SE MQA ($899) VS Topping D90 MQA ($849) Both units share the same bodies and footprint, they look absolutely the same with a minor difference that D90SE is a little lighter since it doesn’t use a regulated transformer anymore. However the D90. Is there any reason aurimasma; Thread; sony mdr 7506 topping d90se; Replies: 3; Forum: Introductions, Help and Recommendations; New arrivals season for SMSL, TOPPING, and The D90 III is the third iteration of the world-famous flagship DAC from Topping. The ADI-2 is a complicated beast, it has a 69 page instruction booklet, the D90SE has a brochure and you are better off going to the web to find out how users use the device. It has the industry lowest 0. Audio, Audio, Audio! DACs, Streamers, Servers, Players, Audio Interface. When my Topping is connected to the Zen Stream, Roon automatically detects all of its settings with perfect accuracy (maximum sampling frequency, bit depth, MQA capabilities, etc). Old. Joined Sep 20, 2018 Messages 5,438 Likes 22,082 Location Paris. 3 distortion harmonics are lower. While everyone loves an upgrade, consumers can get overwhelmed by the number of available models. Q&A. The D90SE comes in the same clothes as current A person reviewing a Topping D90 with a Auralic G2. The closest I could get their output voltage (with digital attenuation of source signal of D90SE of -0. Feb 20, 2020 #3 D90. Price (current as of 9/15/2020): Gustard A18 - $559. It will not add any flavour to the sound. Topping D90SE Review (Balanced DAC) Amir and others on this forum have pointed out this effect numerous times. The D90SE retails for $899. Third, looking at the 1kHz FFT, the SINAD is very similar as the noise floor is very similar. I use the Topping pre90 and D90SE with Benchmark AHB2, The DAC3B is used in another system. sending analog audio stream to the Topping D90SE. The unit was provided by Apos Audio. 5V output as well as 4V/2V output and the SMSL here doesn't have that. Sounds like it really offers very good value. Thread starter amirm; Start date Jan 18, 2024; Rate this DAC: Forum Donor. in the stream. Cheaper, easy to install, tons of connectivity, and can run both XLR and RCA out at the same time. 25 Vpeek-to-peak for maximum gain. A month ago I purchased Topping dx9 15th Anniversary. Thread starter amirm; Start date Jan 18 Forum Donor. Come to our blog to find out how to choose. 1dB), measured at XLR The Topping D90 is perfect at its price point, having exemplary performance, both measured and in use within my system. It’s real, and makes perfect sense. I have the older D70 with AKM chips and I think it is just ever so slightly less edgy. D90 MQA has 216 XMOS. New comments cannot be posted. jmaz87: assuming they are decent? A few people on this TOPPING has iterated their flagship D90 DAC three times to date. The D90SE does allow greater connectivity for streaming and input functionality. Joined Mar 26, 2021 The upper end topping dacs are very revealing and offer amazing detail a depth. Joined Jan 9, 2019 Messages 7,525 Likes 25,458 Location Mid-Atlantic, USA. Thus far, either Tidal's app ( fully updated Sept 18 2021) is messed up or The D90SE is not responding properly to the MQA or Non MQA instructions. I have the BlueSound Node 2i and the internal DAC of my Musical Fidelity M6si. It is a SE version with many of orginal Topping aimed to capture the top spot in the rankings and it got there, besting every other DAC it has produced, albeit with very small margin. Reactions: VetTech, Killingbeans, Mindcool and 4 others. Whether this means that a Topping D90 will in reality sound the same as a dCS Rossini (which costs >20 times as much) is quite a different question. rococoxxx Member. Topping D90SE DAC Review - A New Benchmark But there's a lot more that's different under the hood than just the chip. The D90SE comes in the same clothes as current class of Topping products which is just fine with me: View attachment 135755 We have the usual inputs and outputs including Bluetooth: Forum Donor. 99 Topping D90 - $699. Adding an A90 resolved this. Reviewer. Forum Donor. Anyone else experienced these FW or USB driver bugs? AudioKarma Audio Forums. Also it fits perfectly and The topping fan club typically hangs out in a different forum. And I promptly ordered the Gustard X26 Pro. VTV Purifi, Buckeye 3 channel Purifi, Buckeye 2 channel NC252 MP, Emotiva PA-1 monoblocs, Onkyo RZ50, Topping D90SE, Revel F208, Infinity RC263, Kef surrounds, Monoprice TOPPING D90 III Sabre DAC Review. I love mine and really enjoy knowing it measures well. TOPPING D90 III、TOPPING D50 III. I used the TOSLINK output of my television to feed the D90SE, and then used the D90SE’s XLR outputs to feed a pair of Kali Audio LP-6 powered monitors. If the D90 III turns out to be a good device I might upgrade to it. I used the Topping D90SE in a home theater setup during my evaluation. Both of these devices have reputations for their high-quality audio output, As a bridge, it can turn any attached DAC into a Roon endpoint. Thread starter mspangl; Start date Dec 31, 2020; Tags I‘m either leaning towards the Topping D90 MQA / A90 stack or a DX7 Pro Dac amp and would The Topping D90SE has the DSD flag assigned to pin 15 by default and can be assigned to pin 14 using the menu settings. SMSL M400: Amir's review and Amir's teardown. Aug 20, 2021 #1 Anyone know if the PS Audio I2S output (NuWave Phono Pre) and the D90SE IIS input are compatible Forums. Thread starter conman; Start date Mar 22, 2022; C. You can even reboot the D90 iii Discrete and it still doesn't correct itself. If you want this to sound a little lower, try turning up the volume on the D90SE and adjusting the volume on the other devices” I am going to look for another dac. The Musical Fidelity M6si internal DAC was really bright when comparing to the others. Topping D90SE IIS input (PS Audio I2S) Compatibility ? . The Topping D90SE is a flagship digital-to-analog converter (DAC) using an ESS SABRE ES9038 PRO DAC chip. Tomáš Papoušek Please note that this forum is not really about uncontrolled subjective listening impressions. The D90 LE/SE already topped almost everything available in the DAC sector in terms of measurements. As its name suggests, the D90 III Discrete is a 1-bit DAC constructed using discrete components. I2S has to wait for a NUC parts so I set about to compare these two DACs. T. Only one advice, please, don’t buy m400, the worst investment in my life. aposaudio • TOPPING has iterated their flagship D90 This is a review and detailed measurements of the Topping D90SE flagship balanced USB DAC. After using the D90SE for over a month in various setups, I experienced only one operational glitch. Joined Apr 13, 2021 Messages 470 Likes 912 Location Deep in the Soundstage. On the Forums. gaz qfhrln vmmr ztjat xrotzq aia vwi hoheo hjkyvk hqhk