SMSL D-6svsTopping D50 III
A detailed side-by-side comparison of the SMSL D-6s and Topping D50 III — two popular dacs in the Chinese HiFi space.
Specifications
Spec
SMSL D-6s
Topping D50 III
Chipset
ESS ES9039Q2M
Dual ESS ES9039Q2M
Inputs
USB-C, Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth 5.1 (LDAC)
USB-C, Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth 5.1 (LDAC)
Outputs
XLR (Balanced), RCA
RCA, TRS Balanced
Features
Remote Control, Sound Color Modes, 5V/2.4V Output Switch
10-Band PEQ (Hardware), Bluetooth Remote, 5V Output Mode
Remote Control
✓
✓
Tube Stage
✗
✗
Headphone Amp
✗
✗
Price (estimated)
Price
~$199
~$229
Difference
~$30.00 cheaper (SMSL D-6s)
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.
Topping D50 III
- ⚠The PEQ software requires a Windows PC to configure initially.
- ⚠TRS balanced outputs require adapter cables to connect to standard XLR amps.
- ⚠The joystick control on the front is tiny and can feel fiddly.
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