Top 10 Best Headphone Amplifier Dac
of November 2024
1
Best Choice
Audioengine
Audioengine
Audioengine DAC3 32-Bit Portable DAC and Headphone Amplifier for Hi-Res Digital to Analog Music and Audio
10
Exceptional
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2
Best Value
Sennheiser Consumer Audio
Sennheiser Consumer Audio
Sennheiser Consumer Audio HDV 820 Reference Headphone Amplifier DAC - ESS 9028PRO Sabre with USB
9.9
Exceptional
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3
FiiO
FiiO
FiiO K7 Full Balanced HiFi DAC Headphone Amplifier AK4493S*2, XMOS XU208 PCM384kHz DSD256,USB/Optical/Coaxial/RCA Inputs, 6.35mm/4.4mm Output(US Plug)
9.8
Exceptional
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4
CHORD ELECTRONICS
CHORD ELECTRONICS
Chord Electronics MOJO 2 Portable DAC Headphone Amplifier
9.7
Exceptional
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5
iFi
iFi
iFi Pro iDSD Signature - Desktop DAC/Tube/Solid State/Headphone Amplifier/Wireless Audio Streamer/USB/SPDIF/Optical Inputs for Home Stereo - Home Entertainment Upgrade
9.6
Exceptional
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6
Monolith
Monolith
Monolith Liquid Gold Balanced Headphone Amplifier & DAC by Alex Cavalli, Solid State Amp, AKM AK4493EQ DAC, Balanced & Single-Ended Headphone Outputs
9.5
Excellent
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7
Fosi Audio
Fosi Audio
Fosi Audio Q4 Headphone Amplifier Mini Stereo DAC 24-Bit 192 KHz USB Optical Coaxial to RCA AUX Digital-to-Analog Audio Converter Adapter for Home Desktop Powered Active Speakers
9.4
Excellent
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8
iFi
iFi
iFi Pro iCAN Signature - Studio Grade Fully Balanced Headphone Amplifier/Line Level Pre Amplifier/Linestage with Selectable Tube and Solid State - Home/Professional Audio Upgrade
9.3
Excellent
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9
Cambridge Audio
Cambridge Audio
Cambridge Audio DacMagic 200M Stereo Digital to Analogue Converter DAC Preamp, Headphone Amplifier, Built-in Bluetooth, Lunar Grey
9.2
Excellent
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10
iFi
iFi
iFi xDSD Gryphon - Ultra-Res Portable Balanced DAC & Headphone Amplifier - INPUTS: Bluetooth 5.1 / USB-C/S-PDIF / 3.5mm SE / 4.4mm Bal
9.1
Excellent
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11
iFi
iFi
iFi Hip-dac2 - Portable Balanced DAC Headphone Amplifier for Android, iPhone with USB Input Only/Outputs: 3.5mm Unbalanced / 4.4mm Balanced MQA Decoder
9.0
Excellent
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Audioengine DAC3 32-Bit Portable DAC and Headphone Amplifier for Hi-Res Digital to Analog Music and Audio
SET YOUR MUSIC FREE Hear the higher highs and lower lows found only in 24 and 32 bit formatted Hi-Res music from all your streaming accounts and libraries with this digital to analog converter and headphone amplifier.. CRYSTAL CLEAR MUSIC DAC3 converts digital audio back to analog to increase quality. Hear what you've been missing. Works great with wired headphones or the AUX port in your car to deliver ultra low distortion that only analog hi-res audio can deliver.. AUDIO AS IT WAS MEANT TO BE HEARD Makes a great companion for music lovers, travelers, sound studios, podcasters and enhances audio for the hearing impaired. Unleash the highest quality audio currently possible on your ears.. FEATURES Easy setup, with USB-C and Lightning to USB-C cables plus setup guide in the box. Measures just 1.9 x .6 x .37. Broad support for MQA, PCM DSD and others. Features no need for external power and a bit rate indicator light. Works with IOS and Android devices.. WARRANTY Stellar US based customer support and 3 year warranty is included..
Sennheiser Consumer Audio HDV 820 Reference Headphone Amplifier DAC - ESS 9028PRO Sabre with USB
The HDV 820 delivers reference digital-to-analog conversion DAC and world-class headphone amplification in one audiophile-grade device. Convert to analog from USB, SPDIF coaxial and Optical sources with the ESS 9028PRO SABRE DAC. Over 115 dB of pristine gain for vivid, dynamic sound reproduction with 0.001 percent THD Screen reader support enabled.. Inputs Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs Outputs XLR3, XLR4, 6.3mm 14-inch, dual 4.4mm Pentaconn balanced and stereo XLR analog pass-thru. Connectivity technology Wired. Included components HDV 820, AC Cable, USB driver, owners manual.
FiiO K7 Full Balanced HiFi DAC Headphone Amplifier AK4493S*2, XMOS XU208 PCM384kHz DSD256,USB/Optical/Coaxial/RCA Inputs, 6.35mm/4.4mm Output(US Plug)
The most competitive and cost-effective desktop balanced DACAmp within the 300-USD range. Adopts the six-stage audio circuit as in FiiOs high-end devices, and features 2 AMKs latest AK4493SEQ DACs and dual THX AAA 788 amps. Supports multiple outputs- 4.4mm balanced out, 6.353.5mm single-ended out, as well as multiple inputs- USB, optical, coaxial and AUX in. Comes with versatile functions as well as robust output power- 1 THDN under BAL output, 2000mW stable output power, which can drive most headphones, including full-size headphones. Supports input selections, 2 gain levels and 3 output levels, and features RGB indicator lights that can display the working state and differentiate sampling rates..
Chord Electronics MOJO 2 Portable DAC Headphone Amplifier
1x Micro USB 768kHz32-bit Capable Input. 1x 3.5mm Jack Coaxial 768kHz32-bit Capable Input. 1x Optical TOSLINK 96kHz24-bit Capable Input. 1x 1amp Micro USB Charging Port Input. 2x 3.5mm Headphone Jacks Output.
iFi Pro iDSD Signature - Desktop DAC/Tube/Solid State/Headphone Amplifier/Wireless Audio Streamer/USB/SPDIF/Optical Inputs for Home Stereo - Home Entertainment Upgrade
HIGH RESOLUTION AUDIO - Play any high-res file natively with the Quad Dual Core Burr-Brown DAC chipset, which means media file formats and information remains unchanged for the truest sound, from MP3 up to studio grade Bit- perfect DSD 512, DXD, PCM 768 as well as MQA Decoder. WiFi STREAMING - All controlled from the palm of your hand via an app, choose a wireless connection to stream your favorite tunes from Tidal, Spotify, Qobuz, Napster the list is endless. Take it up a notch by using a wired Ethernet connection to play from a router or NAS Network Attached Storage. Or relax with AirPlay to enjoy playback from your iPhone, iPad or Mac. POWERFUL - Our balanced headphone amp outputs up to 4.2 Watts of power and will drive a wide range of headphones. Connections for 6.3mm 14, 3.5mm TRS, and 4.4mm TRRS balanced. MULTIPLE CONNECTIONS - All inputs including USB are galvanically isolated and the USB input is self-powered, femto precision clock, SPDIF Toslink and Digital Coax, BNC, AES XLR, USB A and micro-SD TF for external storage. UPGRADED COMPONENTS The latest addition to the Pro Series features upgraded power-supply components to lower overall system noise by 300, a sonically-darker background and more punchy bass, precisely matched NOS Tubes, USB Class 1.0 support for use with PS4PS5, a new aluminium remote control and the top-of-the-range iPower ELITE power supply..
Monolith Liquid Gold Balanced Headphone Amplifier & DAC by Alex Cavalli, Solid State Amp, AKM AK4493EQ DAC, Balanced & Single-Ended Headphone Outputs
Solid State Amplifier Balanced design. Ultra high power. The Liquid Gold X is a fully differential, balanced, current feedback, solid state amplifier with an approximate full output power of 3.6 watts per channel into a 50-ohm load. The amplifier is microprocessor controlled using precision A-to-D and D-to-A conversions to manage and monitor the runtime behavior of all critical aspects of the circuitry.. AKM AK4493EQ DAC Detailed sound. Exceptional musicality. The AKM AK4493 is AKM's new flagship 32-bit stereo premium DAC. It supports PCM inputs up to 768kHz and a Direct Stream Digital DSD input of 2.85.611.2 maximum MHz, the industry's highest level. An internal circuit employs a newly developed 32-bit digital filter for the ultimate in sound quality and musicality.. Balanced and Single-Ended Headphone Outputs With multiple inputs and outputs for balanced and single-ended operation and easy front panel input selection, the Liquid Gold X is compatible with just about everything.. Versatile Inputs Digital or Analog We've Got You Covered The Liquid Gold X amplifier features both single-ended and balanced analog inputs, as well as USB, Coaxial, and Optical digital inputs to support all your connectivity needs.. 4x and 6x gain settings and an approximate full output power of 3.6 watts per channel into a 50-ohm load..
Fosi Audio Q4 Headphone Amplifier Mini Stereo DAC 24-Bit 192 KHz USB Optical Coaxial to RCA AUX Digital-to-Analog Audio Converter Adapter for Home Desktop Powered Active Speakers
The Q4 DAC headphone amplifier is a versatile device that can connect with most home audio systems and headphones. It has various inputs, a 3.5mm headphone output, and a Hi-Fi headphone amp chip that can power headphones with impedance ranging from 16 Ohm to 200 Ohm. However, it doesn't support microphones. The device also has an RCA output to connect to an amplifier or powered speakers on a desktop.. The Q4 headphone USB DAC incorporates high-performance operational amplifier chips from Texas Instruments, specifically the NE5532, which combines exemplary DC and AC characteristics. The device features very low noise, high output-drive capability, high unity-gain bandwidths, low distortion and high slew rate, as well as input-protection diodes, and output short-circuit protection. The Fosi Audio Q4 has a specified maximum limit for the equivalent input noise voltage.. The desktop DAC Q4 is capable of delivering 160mW RMS 32 ohms, 20 Hz - 20 KHz, 0.01 THD of power and comes equipped with bass and treble controls, making it suitable for use as a preamp or volume controller for your PCcomputerMACheadphonesspeakers system. The device is simple to set up and requires no special software, app, or driver installation, as it is a true plug-and-play digital audio adapter.. The DAC audio is a mini compact DA converter with a full metallic shell that ensures high quality. It streams bit-perfect 24bit192KHz HD with low jitter, with an output protection circuit to safeguard your expensive audio system.. What You Get Q4 USB DAC x1, USB charging cable x1, optical cable x1, PC-USB to type B cable, User Manual x1, our worry-free 24-month warranty, as well as friendly customer service..
iFi Pro iCAN Signature - Studio Grade Fully Balanced Headphone Amplifier/Line Level Pre Amplifier/Linestage with Selectable Tube and Solid State - Home/Professional Audio Upgrade
Powerful - 14 Watts for hard to drive headphones, built-in iEMatch 3.5mm for sensitive In Ear monitors or IEMs, 0, 9, 18dB gain. Fully Balanced - It operates with full differential internal signalling, meaning the signal always remains two separate signals of equal level but opposite polarity. Outputs include balanced 4-pin XLR, 2x 6.3mm, 4.4mm balanced, 3.5mm Single-ended inputs 3x RCA, balanced 3-pin XLR. Warmth and Clarity Solid State and Tube - The very first of its kind that has two individual input circuits one tube and one solid state. 3D and XBass - 3D Holographic for Headphones provides not only out of head placement of the sound sources, but renders the whole sound field in a manner that strongly parallels listening to loud speakers in a normal room, all achieved without the added reverb. UPGRADED COMPONENTS The latest addition to the Pro Series features a revised circuit design which incorporates even more ultra-grade audiophile components, upgraded power-supply circuits to eradicate even more noise and distortion, a 4.4mm Pentaconn balanced-headphone output, a new aluminium remote control and the top-of-the-range iPower ELITE power supply..
Cambridge Audio DacMagic 200M Stereo Digital to Analogue Converter DAC Preamp, Headphone Amplifier, Built-in Bluetooth, Lunar Grey
AMAZING SOUND CONVERSION. DacMagic 200M performs the digital-to-analogue conversion perfectly every time, letting all kinds of digital audio systems sound better than ever when it reaches your ears.. ARTIST APPROVED AUDIO. DacMagic 200M is Cambridge Audios first product to support MQA. MQA is an award-winning British technology that delivers studio-quality sound in a file small enough to stream.. POWERFUL PROCESSING. Inside is a pair of extremely high-quality ESS Sabre DAC converters. They handle digital audio files up to 32bit768kHz or DSD512, handling digital music of any kind stored on CDs, smartphones, computers - or anywhere else.. EASY CONNECTING. Digital optical, digital coaxial and USB inputs mean CD players, games consoles, laptops or any other digital equipment can be easily hooked up. Bluetooth aptX also lets you wirelessly deliver files from your smartphone or tablet.. TECH SPECS - Dual ESS ES9028Q2M DACs, Frequency Response 10Hz to 50kHz 1dB, Max Power Consumption 12W, Signal to Noise Ratio 115dB A-Weighted, Digital Filter Selectable Fast - Slow - Short Delay, Dimensions 2.0 x 8.6 x 7.6, WEIGHT 2.6lbs..
iFi xDSD Gryphon - Ultra-Res Portable Balanced DAC & Headphone Amplifier - INPUTS: Bluetooth 5.1 / USB-C/S-PDIF / 3.5mm SE / 4.4mm Bal
FULL MQA DECODING - Native DSD up to DSD512 and full MQA decoding up to 384kHZ ON POWERFUL 16 - core XMOS processor. ULTRA RES AUDIO - Ultra - res PCM up to 32- bit 768kHz via USB or 192kHz via optical or coaxial and Advanced 96kHz Bluetooth 5.1 module with QCC5100 chipset supports various HD formats including aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, LDAC and HWA LHDC.. MULTIPLE CONNECTIONS - Balanced 4.4mm Pentaconn and S - Balanced 3.5mm analogue inputs and outputs. Built - in iEmatch and auto - gain technology automatically adjusts output to suit headphones IEM sensitivity Please note this product does not include a TOSLINK Mini-Plug to TOSLINK Adapter. TECH PACKED - With technology like XBass and xSpace settings, PureWave balanced circuit design with OptimaLoop multi - path feedback and an ultra-low noise, 1000mW high power amplifier you can listen to your music with smoother, cleaner, playback. STYLISH AND SMART DESIGN - Military Grade Aluminum makes up a sturdy and sleek exterior whilst the state of the art SilentLine OLED display finishes off one of our most attractive products yet..
iFi Hip-dac2 - Portable Balanced DAC Headphone Amplifier for Android, iPhone with USB Input Only/Outputs: 3.5mm Unbalanced / 4.4mm Balanced MQA Decoder
PORTABLE DESIGN - Your music will never stop with 6-8 hrs of battery life depending on use and a slim, lightweight design perfect for carrying in your pocket wherever life takes you.. HIGH RESOLUTION AUDIO - From Spotify to Tidal MQA to MP3 and beyond, play any high res audio format with native digital to analog conversion so you can listen to any song the way the original recording was intended. POWERFUL AMPLIFIER - Suited to your style, listen to in ear monitors or drive over the ear headphones with 400 mW max power output from the on-board amplifier. EASY CONNECTIVITY Connects directly to your smartphone with the USB Input, and works with balanced 4.4mm or S-Bal 3.5mm headphone plugs for ultimate convenience and versatility. UPGRADED - The hip-dac2 has been upgraded to give you an even more pleasurable portable audio experience, it now is a full MQA decoder and has an upgraded GMT Clock..