SMSL D-6svsSMSL DL200
A detailed side-by-side comparison of the SMSL D-6s and SMSL DL200 — two popular dacs in the Chinese HiFi space.
Specifications
Spec
SMSL D-6s
SMSL DL200
Chipset
ESS ES9039Q2M
ESS ES9039Q2M
Inputs
USB-C, Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth 5.1 (LDAC)
USB-C, Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth
Outputs
XLR (Balanced), RCA
6.35mm SE, 4.4mm Balanced, RCA, TRS Balanced Line Out
Features
Remote Control, Sound Color Modes, 5V/2.4V Output Switch
MQA-CD Decoding, 7 Filters, Remote Control
Remote Control
✓
✓
Tube Stage
✗
✗
Headphone Amp
✗
✓
Price (estimated)
Price
~$199
~$189
Difference
~$10.00 cheaper (SMSL DL200)
Things to Know
SMSL D-6s
- ⚠The display is a simple 7-segment LED, which looks dated compared to OLED screens.
- ⚠The 'Sound Color' modes are very subtle and barely audible to most users.
- ⚠Bluetooth antenna is plastic and feels a bit cheap.
SMSL DL200
- ⚠Menu system via the 7-segment display is cryptic and hard to memorize.
- ⚠Headphone output jacks are on the front, but line-out switching requires the remote or menu diving.
- ⚠Some units exhibit a 'pop' sound when switching sample rates (firmware dependent).
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