TOPPING D10s DAC Mini USB DAC XMOS XU208 ES9038Q2M DSD256 PCM 384kHz Hi-Res Audio Desktop Audio Decoder (Silver)
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I do not own an Android tablet, but I do own an LG G7 that runs Android 9. With two caveats, the dac works fine: br>Because the phone lacks sufficient power and the D10 runs on USB, you'll need to connect them via a powered hub. br>DSD files are recognized by my G7 and can be played. They don't, however, go to the D10 as native DSD for some reason. It appears that they are converted to PCM format. To play DSD natively, you'll almost certainly need specialized software.
The dac is plug-and-play, but the drivers will be available on Topping's website.
It appears to work for me.
Probably
Selected User Reviews For TOPPING D10s DAC Mini USB DAC XMOS XU208 ES9038Q2M DSD256 PCM 384kHz Hi-Res Audio Desktop Audio Decoder (Silver)
The Topping D10s demonstrate how far DAC technology has progressed in such a short time. br>br>First and foremost, my D10s took about 30 hours of burn-in time. in order to smooth out the treble's rough edges Vocals, high string notes and overtones, and other sounds had a scratchy, static quality to them, as if they were burned in. It has been beautifully smoothed out. The treble is now crisp and clear. Second, I've read other reviews that claim this DAC has excellent bass control, and they are correct. Reference Recordings' "Copland 100 - Bass Test" is one of the most demanding and revealing bass tests available. The Common Man's Fanfare Symphony No. 4 (fourth movement) 4". The monstrous and monumental thwacks of the bass drum are easily splattered and distorted. They boom, thunder, and shake with the D10s, and they do so without making a mess. You can even detect the drum head's vibration, which is easily lost in a lower-quality DAC. I'm still undecided about the D10s' bass deemphasis. Bass doesn't "bloom" as much with the D10s as it does with other DACs at this point, in my opinion. Whether this is a good or bad thing is likely to be determined by your musical preferences. Third, the build quality appears to be excellent, but mine rattles (as I discovered when I opened the box). It appears to me that the circuit board is not secured as tightly as it should be. I'm not going to shake the D10s right now. It's been in the same spot since I connected it to my rig, but if there are any micro-anomalies, I'll let you know. Vibrations from the electronics inside, as well as the lack of a secure circuit board, could pose a problem. Hey, Topping, I need a little assistance! br>br>The D10s isn't perfect; with large choral recordings, the voices tend to blend together and become slightly distorted at forte levels and above, as the DAC struggles to pick out all the individual voices, though it performs admirably on well-recorded choral pieces. Then there's the question of whether it's the D10s or the microphones, or whether it's recording or mastering. br>br>When it comes to jazz, this DAC shines. There are a lot of tiny details. Tenor saxes have a reedy, breathy quality to them. The timbre of ride cymbals can tell you if the stick strike is closer to the bell or farther out on the bow. Pianos, which are notoriously difficult to record, are rendered exactly as they were. We've already talked about bass. Which leads me to my next point: The D10s has a high level of precision. If the recording is poor, the output from this DAC will accurately reflect that poor quality. br>br>My go-to DAC is an Anedio D2, a boutique DAC that gained a lot of attention about 8 years ago. It's a Sabre from the ESS. DAC that is based on a DAC that is based on a DAC that is based on carried out The highs have a lot of detail and aren't distorted at all. The mids are sweet, and the bass blooms but is kept under control. When compared to the D10s, the D10s comes out on the losing end. In terms of treble, the D10s is slightly (but not significantly) better than the D2, and in terms of bass, my current assessment is that the D10s has more control than the D2 (though I'm still trying to figure out if the D10s is bass-centric). whether you're shy or not br>br>My point is that at $99. , the D10s is a bargain. Its performance isn't up to par with that of a colossus. killer ilk, but the fact that you can get this much performance for such a low price is incredible. However, I'll gladly accept! And you should as well! br>br>.
First and foremost, thanks to Zeos for the recommendation. I'm listening to music on my old Mac mini. > D10 - > RCA - > The Outlaw RR2150 is a motorcycle with a unique design. Although my Outlaw has a USB input, the D10 has a better sound. My Outlaw DAC, a Burr Brown from a few years ago, is no slouch either when it comes to music separation and clarity. I now have two USB inputs that are fed from a variety of sources. This addition has made me very happy. br>br>The unit itself is extremely basic. There are no switches or an on/off button, and it is powered by USB. It's ready to use right away. The D10 will turn on when your computer does. A lovely display of warm orange. It's not too dark, but it's also not too bright. The case is made of beautiful aluminum. It goes well with my silver stereo system. This is my first standalone digital audio converter, and I'm very pleased with the price and quality. br>br>*in the photo* please excuse the glare from the computer. I also haven't removed the display's plastic yet.
The DAC has a great sound. I was having problems with PC noise, so I made a USB cord that separates data and power. It now sounds even better, more lively, and dynamic than the E30 in my other system (though it is still required for the preamp function).