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TOPPING E50 II
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The E50 II is a digital-to-analogue converter from TOPPING, a Chinese manufacturer known for delivering exceptional measured performance at accessible prices, built around the AK4497S conversion chip. The E50 II brings TOPPING's value-focused engineering philosophy to standalone digital conversion.
Key specs that matter
The AK4497S conversion chip handles digital-to-analogue conversion, a well-regarded flagship-tier chip within the AKM family. DSD compatibility reaches DSD512, with PCM support up to 32-bit/768kHz - comprehensive format support. Output level reaches a substantial 11.3V single-ended - a remarkably high figure providing genuine headroom. Signal-to-noise ratio reaches an exceptional 131dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise at an almost immeasurably low 0.0001% at 22kHz - reference-tier figures rivalling or exceeding considerably more expensive DACs.
Sound and use context
Expect exceptionally clean, detailed conversion reflecting the extraordinary 131dB signal-to-noise and near-immeasurable 0.0001% distortion figures - these measurements place the E50 II among the cleanest-measuring DACs available at any price, consistent with TOPPING's broader reputation for delivering competitive specifications well below what many established brands charge.
Pairing
The substantial 11.3V single-ended output gives genuine headroom for driving a downstream power amplifier or active speakers directly.
Alternatives
TOPPING's broader DAC and amplifier catalogue offers alternatives for buyers wanting a different balance of features within the same exceptional value-focused engineering philosophy.
Key specs that matter
The AK4497S conversion chip handles digital-to-analogue conversion, a well-regarded flagship-tier chip within the AKM family. DSD compatibility reaches DSD512, with PCM support up to 32-bit/768kHz - comprehensive format support. Output level reaches a substantial 11.3V single-ended - a remarkably high figure providing genuine headroom. Signal-to-noise ratio reaches an exceptional 131dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise at an almost immeasurably low 0.0001% at 22kHz - reference-tier figures rivalling or exceeding considerably more expensive DACs.
Sound and use context
Expect exceptionally clean, detailed conversion reflecting the extraordinary 131dB signal-to-noise and near-immeasurable 0.0001% distortion figures - these measurements place the E50 II among the cleanest-measuring DACs available at any price, consistent with TOPPING's broader reputation for delivering competitive specifications well below what many established brands charge.
Pairing
The substantial 11.3V single-ended output gives genuine headroom for driving a downstream power amplifier or active speakers directly.
Alternatives
TOPPING's broader DAC and amplifier catalogue offers alternatives for buyers wanting a different balance of features within the same exceptional value-focused engineering philosophy.
Specifications
Model name
E50 II
Conversion type
N/A
Engine
AK4497S
DSD compatability
Yes
Parameters
up to 32 bit / 768 kHz and DSD512
Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)
N/A
Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)
N/A
Gain (dBu)
N/A
Output Level (balanced) (V)
N/A
Output Level (single-ended) (V)
11.3
Input Impedance (balanced) (Ω)
N/A
Input Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
N/A
Output Impedance (balanced) (Ω)
N/A
Output Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
N/A
Analog outputs
N/A
Signal to Noise Ratio (dB)
131
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (% at 22 kHz)
0.0001
Dimensions (mm)
N/A
Weight (kg)
N/A
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