Jan 22, 2025 · We ensure we hear every DAC at its optimum – whether it's a portable USB DAC for on-the-go use with a phone, a desktop model ideal for pairing with a laptop, or one designed to slot into a hi-fi system.

Jan 25, 2023 · For the What Hi-Fi? Awards, our team of review experts first-time-tested or revisited 15 DACs from the biggest brands in the business – AudioQuest, iFi, Chord Electronics, Cambridge Audio, FiiO and Helm Audio – and these are the six we’d most heartily recommend for portable phone, desktop and hi-fi system use.

May 24, 2024 · High-end Japanese brand TEAC has announced the arrival of the UD-507, a DAC-cum-preamplifier-cum-headphone amp which aims for a crystal clear sound reproduction in a versatile, compact desktop unit that TEAC describes as being roughly the size of …

Oct 7, 2024 · Internally, HiFi Rose has packed the DAC with a host of technology that promises "pure audio reproduction that is free of noise". It has a fully balanced, dual-mono DAC design, two different sets of AKM DAC chips dedicated to the digital and analogue stages, and uses a high-precision OXCO clock.

Dec 27, 2024 · Music Fidelity's high-end M8x DAC wants to "transform digital signals into breathtaking analogue sound"

Music Fidelity's high-end M8x DAC wants to "transform digital signals into breathtaking analogue sound" Rotel's do-it-all DAC/headphone amp wants to be your "ultimate desktop audio companion" McIntosh's new DS200 streaming DAC promises audiophile performance with wireless convenience

Aug 22, 2024 · DACs come in all shapes and sizes and offer varying levels of input options and functionality, so you’ll need to think about how you want to use one, not to mention the budget you have set aside. Compact USB or USB-C DACs offer …

Mar 6, 2024 · Heavenly speakers, top-end SACD players and gold-standard amps: 2024 was a great year for high-end hi-fi

Music Fidelity's high-end M8x DAC wants to "transform digital signals into breathtaking analogue sound" Rotel's do-it-all DAC/headphone amp wants to be your "ultimate desktop audio companion" McIntosh's new DS200 streaming DAC promises audiophile performance with wireless convenience

Jan 29, 2025 · If you are after a high-end DAC-and-headphone-amp combo, then the class-leading Chord Hugo TT2 (£3995 / $5795) that delivers exceptional transparency, articulation and dynamic expression should be on your list.