SMSL DL200vsSMSL SU-1
A detailed side-by-side comparison of the SMSL DL200 and SMSL SU-1 — two popular dacs in the Chinese HiFi space.
Specifications
Spec
SMSL DL200
SMSL SU-1
Chipset
ESS ES9039Q2M
AKM AK4493S
Inputs
USB-C, Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth
USB-C, Optical, Coaxial
Outputs
6.35mm SE, 4.4mm Balanced, RCA, TRS Balanced Line Out
RCA
Features
MQA-CD Decoding, 7 Filters, Remote Control
MQA Decoding, Bus Powered, Metal Chassis
PCM
—
32-bit / 768kHz
Remote Control
✓
✗
Tube Stage
✗
✗
Headphone Amp
✓
✗
Price (estimated)
Price
~$189
~$85
Difference
~$104.00 cheaper (SMSL SU-1)
Things to Know
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).
SMSL SU-1
- ⚠No remote control or screen; input switching is a simple button on the front.
- ⚠No balanced outputs (RCA only).
- ⚠Lightweight chassis can easily be pulled off a desk by heavy cables.
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