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TOPPING DX9 Discrete
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The DX9 Discrete is a DAC from Topping, a Chinese manufacturer of digital-to-analogue converters. The Discrete name refers to an output stage built from discrete components rather than one based purely on integrated op-amps.
Key specs that matter
PCM playback reaches 32-bit/768 kHz and DSD512. Frequency response spans 20 Hz to 40 kHz within plus or minus 3 dB. Output level is 5.2 V from the balanced outputs and 2.5 V from the single-ended ones. The signal-to-noise ratio is 131 dB via XLR and 128 dB via RCA, and total harmonic distortion plus noise at 22 kHz is 0.00006% via XLR and 0.00007% via RCA.
Engineering and use context
A Qualcomm QCC5125 chip handles Bluetooth reception, adding a wireless input alongside the wired digital inputs.
Pairing
The 5.2 V balanced level is high enough for the DX9 Discrete to run straight into active speakers or a power amp.
Alternatives
Topping's D10s is another DAC from the brand's range.
Key specs that matter
PCM playback reaches 32-bit/768 kHz and DSD512. Frequency response spans 20 Hz to 40 kHz within plus or minus 3 dB. Output level is 5.2 V from the balanced outputs and 2.5 V from the single-ended ones. The signal-to-noise ratio is 131 dB via XLR and 128 dB via RCA, and total harmonic distortion plus noise at 22 kHz is 0.00006% via XLR and 0.00007% via RCA.
Engineering and use context
A Qualcomm QCC5125 chip handles Bluetooth reception, adding a wireless input alongside the wired digital inputs.
Pairing
The 5.2 V balanced level is high enough for the DX9 Discrete to run straight into active speakers or a power amp.
Alternatives
Topping's D10s is another DAC from the brand's range.
Specifications
Model name
DX9 Discrete
Conversion type
N/A
Engine
Qualcomm QCC5125
DSD compatability
Yes
Parameters
up to 32 bit / 768 kHz and DSD512
Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)
20
Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)
40 000
Gain (dBu)
N/A
Output Level (balanced) (V)
5.2
Output Level (single-ended) (V)
2.5
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 (XLR) + 128 (RCA)
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (% at 22 kHz)
0,00006% (XLR) + 0,00007% (RCA)
Dimensions (mm)
N/A
Weight (kg)
N/A
Official link
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