Aiyima T8vsDouk Audio P1
A detailed side-by-side comparison of the Aiyima T8 and Douk Audio P1 — two popular preamps in the Chinese HiFi space.
Specifications
Spec
Aiyima T8
Douk Audio P1
Tubes
6N3 (Replaceable)
Jan5654W × 2
Dac
ESS9018K2M
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Inputs
Optical, USB, Coax, RCA, Bluetooth
RCA, Bluetooth 5.0, USB
Outputs
RCA (Pre-out), 6.35mm Headphone
RCA, 3.5mm Headphone
Features
Remote Control, OLED Display
Tone Control Bypass, VU Meter (Screen based), AptX HD
Remote Control
✓
✗
Tube Stage
✓
✓
Phono Stage
✗
✗
Headphone Amp
✓
✓
Price (estimated)
Price
~$80
~$99
Difference
~$19.00 cheaper (Aiyima T8)
Things to Know
Aiyima T8
- ⚠Headphone output output impedance is not specified but struggles with very low impedance IEMs.
- ⚠The tube is difficult to roll (change) due to the chassis design.
- ⚠RCA output level is slightly lower than standard 2V line level.
Douk Audio P1
- ⚠The 'screen' VU meter is small and purely decorative.
- ⚠USB input is legacy (limited resolution compared to dedicated DACs).
- ⚠Knobs can feel a bit crowded on the front faceplate.
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