DACs iFi Audio’s Go Link Dongle DAC Wants To Get Between You and Your SmartPhone This $60 USB-C dongle DAC features analogue volume control with support for hi-res audio including MQA, DSD and PCM. Ian WhiteDecember 6, 2022
DACs iFi Diablo X Portable DAC/Amp Has xMEMS Support: CanJam NYC 2023 The iFi Diablo X DAC and Singularity Audio IEMs which utilize xMEMS' micro speakers might steal the spotlight at CanJam NYC 2023. Brian MitchellFebruary 24, 2023
DACs dCS Updates Bartók DAC to APEX Status Looking for that end game digital component to drive your high-end headphone system? The dCS Bartók APEX DAC has arrived. W. JenningsFebruary 7, 2023
DACs PS Audio Unveils New Flagship DirectStream MK2 DAC/Preamp PS Audio's DirectStream MK2 DAC/Preamplifier up converts all digital audio signals to pure DSD and then to analog. Is this method better? Only your... Brian MitchellJanuary 10, 2023
Ask an Expert Audio Interfaces & Sound Cards: Are They the Same Thing? Does it make sense to use an audio interface to input audio into your computer? For some users -- it's still a useful tool. W. JenningsDecember 25, 2022
Ask an Expert WTF is a DAC? Your smartphone, TV, and music player all utilize a DAC and ADC to convert a digital signal into an analog one. We explain how... W. JenningsDecember 12, 2022
DACs New Schiit on the Horizon? Yggdrasil+ DAC Unveiled The Schiit Yggdrasil+ DAC is both modular and available in 2 different variants. Ian WhiteNovember 28, 2022
DACs McIntosh’s MDA200 D/A Converter Offers 7 Digital Inputs & Future Upgradability Offering support for hi-res PCM, DSD, 7 digital inputs, and future upgradability, the McIntosh MDA200 D/A Converter warrants a serious look. Brian MitchellNovember 17, 2022
Articles Best Dongle DACs & Portable Headphone Amps: 2021 Holiday Buying Guide Do you need a Dongle DAC to stream high-res audio from your smartphone or tablet to your headphones? These are the best Dongle DACs... Ian WhiteNovember 14, 2021
DACs THX Onyx Dongle DAC: Review [Updated] At $199, the THX Onyx Dongle DAC may have stepped on Kong and left the rest of the competition in its wake. Is this... Ian WhiteJuly 28, 2021
DACs Astell & Kern USB-C Dual DAC Cable to Drop in May: Dongle Wars Have Begun The Astell & Kern USB-C Dual DAC Cable is the latest product to enter the Dongle DAC ring. Will it emerge as the winner... Ian WhiteMarch 19, 2021
DACs Periodic Audio Debuts $49 Rhodium USB-C Dongle DAC At $49, Periodic Audio enters the market with the lowest priced dongle DAC we've come across this year. Brian MitchellMarch 31, 2021
DACs The Emotiva Ego+ DACs are Back and Better Than Ever The Emotiva Ego+ DACs are both under $150 and that will definitely make them quite popular if you're a fan of the brand or... Ian WhiteJune 1, 2021
DACs iBasso DC03 DAC/Headphone Amplifier: Fear & Loathing in America An affordable & portable USB Dongle DAC for your iPhone or Android phone -- the iBasso DC03 is a winning combination for your headphones. Ian WhiteJuly 7, 2021
DACs Qobuz and THX Partner to Expand the Hi-Res Music Circle Qobuz and THX have partnered to deliver even greater value with a new THX Onyx Dongle DAC. A free three-month subscription to the platform. Ian WhiteSeptember 30, 2021
DACs iFi Hip-dac2 & Hip-case Deliver the Sonic Tonic It's small, powerful, easy to carry around and guaranteed to make your headphones sound a lot better. The iFi hip-dac2 is going to sell... Ian WhiteOctober 5, 2021
DACs Cayin RU6 R-2R Dongle DAC/Headphone Amp Unveiled The brand new Cayin RU6 R-2R Dongle DAC/Headphone Amplifier looks to be a formidable challenger in a very competitive category. W. JenningsNovember 25, 2021