FiiO Q5S Bluetooth Decoder Amplifier,Mobile Phone Computer Portable Headphone Amplifier HIFI Balanced All-in-one DSD Hard Solution (Type-C Version) (titanium)

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Same sound signature , the major differences VS the balanced out is bass , dynamics handling and overall definition : these are more loose on unbalanced operation , tonal balance and timbres are less defined ; a side note worth adding is that this option is not unappealing , in fact I enjoyed quite the unbalanced-out when trying it ; the balanced out is superior anywhere or so for technicals but it is not always far better or more enjoyable as the unbalanced can make for a more relaxed listening ; it happened to me . With the very efficient Soundz Ultra ( https://www.soundzcustom.com/ultra/) 10Ω/119dB we didn't hear any kind of noise.

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Output power doubled. No jokes, from 500mW in 32 Ohm it sits not at full 1 Watt of power at the same impedance Welcome the new adept of xDuoo portable DAC/amp series Just can’t stand sharing the overall impression pertaining to the conclusion at the beginning of the article. Some companies deserve the appreciation for their remarkable product with outstanding combination of clever R&D, functionality and smooth performance. Like with xDuoo XD lineup – it is the love from the first sight – starting with the design and ending with the feel of a great bargain. There is not much left to say than that the Q5s TC is a true reference quality portable dac/amp with bluetooth support and a flagship desktop performance at a very competitive price.Adaptors for digital optical, digital coaxial and Lightning connection are all bundled, as is a T5 Torx screwdriver and screws in case you intend to swap out the standard AM3A amplifier for one of FiiO’s alternatives. The timbre is very natural and the instrumental tone is perfect so if you are up for some warm or coloured kind of sound just look elsewhere.

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The FiiO K3 is a small desktop DAC/AMP which, sadly, doesn’t seem as popular as the other models, despite being one of the best models in this price range. It’s USB-powered, supports USB1.0 and USB2.0 mode for versatility, and gets FiiO’s excellent ADC scroll wheel. Inside, you’ll find another AKM AK4452 chip, paired with OPA926 op-amp, for surprisingly good performances.

The bass has good separation and above mediocre detailing for the price point. The bass is slightly elevated by default, with the intimate soundstage contributing to the feeling of warmth and increasing the impression about the bass. You can easily distinguish multiple basslines, but the presentation tries to be as neutral as possible. Fails, but laughs on it, I’m into this stuff. Couple of words about the difference between XD05 / Basic / Plus versions: Plus, as already mentioned, is the most expensive and most advanced option. Main (but not all) differences of Plus with other two are: