The Two Budget Headphone Amplifiers you SHOULD Buy!

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  • @aGrimTurtle
    @aGrimTurtle ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Bought the DX3 Pro+ on your recommendation over a year ago and I love the thing. I recently got a new amp because I decided I wanted to break into higher-end headphones and needed more power, but I still use the dx3 in dac-only mode. Such an amazing device.

    • @suavelifestyle9094
      @suavelifestyle9094 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I have sennheiser hd560s they sound great but super low , will this make them louder?

    • @aGrimTurtle
      @aGrimTurtle 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@suavelifestyle9094 yep, sure will

    • @Ceen328
      @Ceen328 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@59542 it is not only about the ohm of a speaker, but it's efficiency. Mayb search for a YT video, that explains it. To your question, I can tell you, that the DX3 pro+ can make your ears bleed with a 250ohm DT 770.
      The EQ on the Fosi is nice, but it depends on where you use it. I use such DAC/AMPs on my PC setup and it is just do convenient, to adjust the EQ via software. That is why I personally love the DX3, as it has a very neutral sound. All in all, the K5 is great for its price, but the Dx3 pro+ is just a whole different league.
      BTW, the fosi K5 should be powerful enough for 250ohm 770s.

  • @mbk337
    @mbk337 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I have been using the DX3 Pro+ since you originally reviewed it. It is a great DAC Amp. I have been using it most recently with my Fosi V3, for speakers.

  • @dtdcampbell
    @dtdcampbell ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Would be interested on a comparison of these to the SMSL DL200

  • @JoeW71
    @JoeW71 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Really enjoy your videos. Just got my first real headphones, beyerdynamic DT900Pro X, yesterday.

  • @zounds13
    @zounds13 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I think I'm going to get an MX3s for my TV. The Polk sound bar that I've had forever just isn't cutting it anymore, so I've been looking for a good DAC/headphone amp/speaker amp with sub out and a remote. There aren't many of them.
    The MX3s looks like just what I need, and your review confirms it. So thanks!

    • @MDxGano
      @MDxGano 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Using it with the optical out to a set of monitor audio silver rs6's and i'd say it's amazing for the price. Well comparable with anything that was 5x the price 10 years ago. I rarely run at above 60% volume as it's simply too loud for my preferences so plenty of juice for most uses i'd think.
      Be wary though, i did have to jump into the settings because oddly enough, netflix and amazon run their ads with a different audio codec that didnt play nice. The solution was to go into the tv settings and disable one of the codecs, can't remember which one, but i feel like it was dolby atmos.

    • @zounds13
      @zounds13 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@MDxGano interesting, thanks. I did end up getting one and had to send it back because it was defective. And then as a replacement the sent me one in an opened box, and when I sent THAT back, they did the same thing again! At that point I was done with topping.
      And in the meantime Schiit came out with the Syn, which has everything I wanted except the speaker amp. I've had mine for 2 or 3 months now, and I love it.

  • @lr4ze
    @lr4ze ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Am using dx3 pro+ with both my headphones and speakers, dt 1990 pro and edifier r1850db speaker, soon i will add a subwoofer, am enjoying my setup 🙏🏽

  • @WyattOShea
    @WyattOShea ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Already have the dx3pro+ and love it :). Great little device

    • @Hugo_Furst-x
      @Hugo_Furst-x ปีที่แล้ว

      If you like sibilance

    • @WyattOShea
      @WyattOShea ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't hear it at all with my iems or my headphones lol.@@Hugo_Furst-x

    • @aight3565
      @aight3565 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Hugo_Furst-x You’re probably just old and have hearing loss

    • @aight3565
      @aight3565 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@Hugo_Furst-xwith respect to you off course.

    • @Hugo_Furst-x
      @Hugo_Furst-x หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@aight3565 Is putting other people down, the only way you have to feel better about yourself?

  • @RenbroNL
    @RenbroNL 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I got the DX3 Pro+ since I was planning to go the Active studio monitor route. I got the Adam audio A7V's but that was kind of a mistake as the hiss was too much for my liking / usecase. I love the DX3 Pro + though with my Sennheiser HD 560s. So after much debating I decided to go the Passive speaker route and got a Topping PA3s to power Q Acoustics 3030i's. I was worried about it not being powerfull enough but it gives plenty of power for a nearfield application. The hiss is extremely low, practically nonexistent. Very happy with the sound and the little matching stack looks really nice. In hindsight even the MX3s might have been easily good enough on the power department while obviously offering a single device solution. I probably would recommend people trying that one first if they are looking to do something similar. Just get it somewhere where they have a good return policy, my guess is most normal desktop users won't be returning it.

  • @ACDTones
    @ACDTones ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Jo Joshua now with the K7 BT out, what would u pick ? DX3Pro + or the Fiio K7 BT. I have a Pair of new Sundaras and im looking for a DAC now. (Note on the Side: the Remote i dont care about :D)

  • @Saetun.
    @Saetun. 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Josh, I was eyeing the DX3+ to replace my brand X dac that connects my TV to my HiFi set up which is built around a vintage receiver. After watching this i'm wondering MX3S is the better choice as the receiver can push my headphones just fine. I really just need to be able to add my TV & use a remote to control my old receiver. Thoughts?

  • @Glenn056
    @Glenn056 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Where's the love for the E30ii and L30ii stack?

  • @NRobbi42
    @NRobbi42 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    Pepperoni and bacon

  • @carajean206
    @carajean206 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Dang, got the Fiio K7 I think its good. Just need something to power my HD650 without cranking the volume knob to the moon. Also has a balance port. I would love to find something that works with my 5.1 system z906 lol never going to happen though.

  • @FitLabb
    @FitLabb ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Are you planning a review of the new Topping A70 Pro & D70 Pro sometime soon? Reviews on them have been fairly sparse to date and looking forward to hearing your take on both.

    • @tothcsaba3461
      @tothcsaba3461 ปีที่แล้ว

      D70 Pro OCTO seems more interesting....

    • @FitLabb
      @FitLabb ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tothcsaba3461 Literally just heard about that DAC today but haven’t seen it for sale anywhere yet. Definitely interested to learn more about that one too.

  • @bobwood4304
    @bobwood4304 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great content, thanks 👍 What active speakers are you using on your desktop Joshua, if you don't mind me asking?

  • @carminedesanto6746
    @carminedesanto6746 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just picked up the Topping E50 ( with an IFI power supply) …I’ll save up fir something that is an absolute step up from there ..till then I’ll keep an open mind ..but a closed wallet.

  • @AleDJacobo
    @AleDJacobo ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I chose DX3 because of the 1.5w and for my speakers I bought the Pa3.

  • @TheSimChannel
    @TheSimChannel ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Can you compare the DX3+ to the G5 in terms of sound?

  • @silentKeys20
    @silentKeys20 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The DX3 Pro+ is the one audiophile thing that I've gotten years ago and never really felt the need to replace/upgrade from. It just does everything I need it to do from a DAC/AMP.

  • @ssdemon96
    @ssdemon96 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I would love a a70 d70 pro review at some point. Love your videos dude personally i want to upgrade from my topping e50 and l50. The topping a70 and d70 pros are what i want to have sometime.

  • @TFWandyzilla
    @TFWandyzilla ปีที่แล้ว +1

    tip for Joshua: decouple the mic from the table. I can hear bassy taps every time you touch the desk or amps

    • @psycheisssdelic
      @psycheisssdelic 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      those are for the true believers

  • @adriangpuiu
    @adriangpuiu ปีที่แล้ว +4

    i have so many amps and dacs and dongles that im covered until resurrection

  • @carlsitler9071
    @carlsitler9071 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like the 5 watts of the Asgard 3 for my planars. I use numerous dacs but usually fall back to my trusty dusty Sanskrit 2. Truthfully, I use the Asgard as a preamp more than headphone amp.

    • @theedgeofbreakup5192
      @theedgeofbreakup5192 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I was thinking about using this as a preamp as well instead of going with the Saga so I could take advantage of the headphone jack. I already have my DAC and Power Amp. Has anyone tried this for a 2 channel system?

  • @milosCivejovidar
    @milosCivejovidar ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I have mixed feelings about the DX3 Pro+ I have. I tried listening it through headphones and the sound is way to fatiguing for my taste, regardless of volume level and multiple headphones tested. I ended up using it as a DAC for my old receiver with speakers in the living room and for that use-case it is working fine. Then I bought the Fiio K7 for my daily use with headphones and I am much happier with that choice.

  • @fan507
    @fan507 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    i have a e30 ii already would you recommend getting the l30 ii or these two? thank you❤

  • @budhikkawijeyaratne7409
    @budhikkawijeyaratne7409 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Can you please do a comparison between ifi zen dac V3 vs Topping D50s.

  • @johnsoriano3812
    @johnsoriano3812 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love this review. People should understand that it's not about the price, sometimes.

  • @polromeu
    @polromeu ปีที่แล้ว +3

    With my AudioTechnica headphones your impacts on table sound SO SO deep and strong. Maybe you'll have to elevate that microphone and avoid contact with the table surface.

  • @silver33
    @silver33 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm a beginner, which of these would be better connecting to a computer? Also what headphones would you recommend? Thank you.

  • @tihammd
    @tihammd ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Joshua, can you do s review of the mx5s cause most people probably going to lean towards buying mx5s Rather than the cheaper mx3s. I'm sure, You can just read the specs and get blown away by what it offers!

  • @olligps
    @olligps ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice review! Do you think a fiiO K7 is better or worse?

  • @greatestsportslegends
    @greatestsportslegends 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Here is a dumb question...
    How does it work with Tidal or other high res subscriptions?
    Thank you!

  • @brydon10
    @brydon10 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Josh. Was the speaker demo with the MX3s in high gain or low gain? I didn't see the gain light lit up so I'm thinking this was low gain.

  • @josiahferrill6189
    @josiahferrill6189 ปีที่แล้ว

    You brough up the SMSL AD18 which was an awesome setup at the time, but didnt mention any of the newer SMSL amps with the passive speaker output. Personally id been looking for an all-in-one amp like this and would really like to see a quality review/comparison between the MX3S and say the SMSL AO300. Love the content!

    • @maximelavoie717
      @maximelavoie717 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      From my experience Topping is generally better than SMSL in terms of quality and reliability (althought they both seem to stem from the same company, or are very closely related). I would recommend you buy a dac/headphone amp combo but not an all in one. You should get a power amp separatly as the ones in integrated units are not powerful enough most of the time. DX3 Pro+ combined with a power amp (check out the Fosi Audio V3) would be a killer combination. Edit: Make sure to get the 48V adapter for the Fosi V3

  • @danieleturrin5625
    @danieleturrin5625 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Josh, do you think DX3 pro + can pair well with Clears OG? Or is it better with a Little Dot MK2? Also own a Denon PMA680r receiver that sounds pretty well

    • @Hugo_Furst-x
      @Hugo_Furst-x ปีที่แล้ว

      No. both are super sibilant, making a bad thing even worse. I had that set precisely, and I'm so glad i moved on.

    • @danieleturrin5625
      @danieleturrin5625 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Hugo_Furst-x little dot sibilant?!

    • @Hugo_Furst-x
      @Hugo_Furst-x ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry, I haven't heard those. @@danieleturrin5625

  • @Lbmwm3
    @Lbmwm3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Joshua, Thanks for your TH-cam content. I have a Sonos Ecosystem System but looking to add a external DAC to the Whole Home System. Do you have any recommendations for the Sonos System,Sir? Once again, Thank You

  • @paullehanceanu3905
    @paullehanceanu3905 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    @JoshuaValour i want to find a headphone speaker dac+amp for my pc setup: the sennheiser HD800S and kef q350 / q150 ? What would you recomend? A70pro + d70 pro or MX3S + DX3 pro?

  • @jackelofnar
    @jackelofnar ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Josh, great video has me interested in something like this for work use but would you compare this to a SMSL SU6/SH6 stack?

  • @juhanihiltunen6737
    @juhanihiltunen6737 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Joshua. i have Denon ah d 5200 headphones and bunch of genelec speakers. what is your recommend to dac amp for this use? i have portable ifi audio hip da v3 and in desktop Cambridge audio dacmaciq plus but it doesent sound any good. look for some aune x1s gt dac... what is your recommend? thank you.

  • @MartinoHarly
    @MartinoHarly 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    i have the original schitt hel is it worth upgrading to mx3s? i like the idea of the bluetooth, and eq. i have senn560s and 6xx

  • @johnvender
    @johnvender 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I recently got the Neumann NDH 30 headphones and want to bypass the headphone amp in my interface for both better quality and higher clean level. To connect a headphone amplifier I want to use the balanced monitor outputs of the interface so I want balanced inputs into the headphone amp (either TRS or XLR). Any suggestions.

  • @chrisvd28
    @chrisvd28 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey been watching your content and enjoy your reviews. I have just purchased a pair of Hifiman drop he4xx and want a dac/amp. I only use headphones and am tossing up between the Dx3pro+ or smsl su6+sh6 stack. Your thoughts would be amazing.

  • @ownagebox
    @ownagebox 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have the dx3pro+ but paired iT with my dt770 pro 64ohm and had to crank the volume up to -11 with gain high to even get close to the same sound lvl my internal soundcard that I use with only 32 windows loudness. The range that I have on the DX3 is too small with 64 ohm headphones, way too quiet. I don't even want to know how quiet it is with 150+ohm headphones. While my soundcard almost blows my headphones at 50 in windows even with impandance of 32ohms. If you have 32 Ohm and below yes it is good enough but higher it doesn't grind volume. You have to pair it with a head amp

  • @preownedram1007
    @preownedram1007 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    what do you recommend for a Hifiman Ananda?

  • @ComradeNevidimka
    @ComradeNevidimka ปีที่แล้ว

    Can these two recommendations drive the DT 1990 PRO headphones? Currently I have the Schiit Asgard and Modius.

  • @nextepicmeal
    @nextepicmeal ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Add HDMI with eARC, this will be the soundbar killer..

  • @peterkite2162
    @peterkite2162 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Ia the Dx3 worth an upgrade over my JDS Atom+ stack?

  • @DinoFancellu
    @DinoFancellu ปีที่แล้ว

    I just got a FIIO K11 (£119.99). Really nice, much better than K3, super neutral

  • @liamporter1137
    @liamporter1137 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great review and sharing. Thanks.

  • @acosta2493
    @acosta2493 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How does the DX3 Pro + compare to a Sound BlasterX G6? Would it be worth the upgrade for my DT 1990 pro?

    • @travissmith426
      @travissmith426 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      The DX3 Pro has a lot more power out than the sound blaster. I use to use the sound blaster for a pair of sennheiser headphones. But upgraded to a planar headphone and the sound blaster didn't have the power to push them. I now have the DX3 Pro and it pushes my planars with no problem. Look for a sale I picked mine up for $150 but they are still a great choice at $199.

    • @audie-cashstack-uk4881
      @audie-cashstack-uk4881 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I'd upgrade if these things matched the g6 for surround and features. Big user of 5.1 7.1 stereo and atmos

  • @rochdiouakzni7922
    @rochdiouakzni7922 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bonjour,
    J'ai acheté le casque hifiman sundara et je veux votre opinion sur le topping dx3 pro est ce qu'il est très bon pour mon casque ou pas?
    Si non quel est le meilleur dac/ampli pour mon casque car je suis nouveau dans le domaine des casques ,je suis plutôt home cinéma et hifi avec éléments séparés et j'aimerais bien améliorer mes connaissances.
    Est ce que Schiit modius et un Schiit Midgaard ou Sont bon pour moi.
    Merci pour votre aide.

  • @calebs2crazy
    @calebs2crazy 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    How is this topping dx3 pro+ vs fiio k11?

  • @twisted-t
    @twisted-t ปีที่แล้ว

    I hope Josh will see it (but most likely won't) - what's the cheapest really good DAC/amp with balanced output?

  • @niccoloc
    @niccoloc ปีที่แล้ว +1

    aren’t D90SE and A90D Topping’s top of the line DAC and AMP? Those are the D70 Pro and A70 Pro

    • @Lead_Foot
      @Lead_Foot ปีที่แล้ว

      The D70/A70 pros are newer and higher end than the D90/A90. The A70 has about double the power of the A90D

    • @niccoloc
      @niccoloc ปีที่แล้ว

      @Lead_Foot ok, but it's weird, i've look around and A90D and D90SE's are a bit higher...

  • @Kanapcio
    @Kanapcio ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Joshua, could you advise me on one thing? I currently have a Sennheiser HD6XX and Fiio K5pro duo as my desk setup. I want to expand it with Klipsch R-41M speakers. And here's the question: do you think it would be better for me to sell the Fiio K5pro and buy TOPPING MX3s to support both headphones and speakers, or would it be better to just buy an inexpensive amplifier for the speakers (I was thinking about the AIYIMA A07 PRO). Looking at the prices of used Fiio k5pro in my country, the finall cost will be similar.

    • @maximelavoie717
      @maximelavoie717 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Get a separate power amp. Check out the Fosi Audio V3 with the 48V adapter

    • @Kanapcio
      @Kanapcio ปีที่แล้ว

      @@maximelavoie717 thanks for recomendation :)

  • @MrKrampyHands
    @MrKrampyHands ปีที่แล้ว

    I got a nice If dac and amp for what these would do I need a good affordable tube amp for my DD cans mostly my 1770 pros and HD650's I do want tubesound

  • @asan1050
    @asan1050 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Joshua Valour , Thanks Much !.......

  • @mike_nba
    @mike_nba ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Smsl c200> dx3 pro +
    Respectfully 🙏

  • @Boukso
    @Boukso ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello everyone
    I wanted to buy a new dac amp for my sennheiser hd800S, I currently have an Audient Evo 4 which cost me 65€ two years ago.
    Since I'm a beginner I wanted to know if there was a huge difference between the one I have or an SMSL D-6S MQA Audio DAC or MX3S or DX3 Pro
    Currently for full FPS use Call of/Battlefield/Overwatch 2

  • @10Filip
    @10Filip ปีที่แล้ว

    Is there one with no bt and amp? Just dac with preamp?

  • @zuzuzip4533
    @zuzuzip4533 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Dx3 pro + or fio k7 pro for something like the Sundara ?

    • @مهندأحمد-س3و
      @مهندأحمد-س3و 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      What you ended up purchasing ? I’m also wondering between these too

  • @RESURRECT2
    @RESURRECT2 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    DX3 Pro+ vs Fiio Q7?

  • @Aquamaui.mp4
    @Aquamaui.mp4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Regarding the Title this could also be a Pizza Order Guide 🍕

  • @arimanwd
    @arimanwd ปีที่แล้ว

    What would you say is a good amplifier pairing for the DX3 pro+ if I'd like to start upgrading to balanced output? I've been considering the topping A50s for it, but I'm curious to know if there's anything else that would work better, or if it's necessary to get a balanced amp for this, or just save up for a different balanced stack?

  • @LemonellaDeVille
    @LemonellaDeVille 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    why do i need 2 amps?

  • @Lucas-ck1po
    @Lucas-ck1po 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    04:47 What monitor is this?

  • @johnosam4681
    @johnosam4681 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love you topping 😘

  • @JudgeFredd
    @JudgeFredd 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Totally agree

  • @changluther6444
    @changluther6444 ปีที่แล้ว

    how dx3pro+ compare to smsl c200

    • @changluther6444
      @changluther6444 ปีที่แล้ว

      and the new fiio k11.both got 4.4mm balanced output

  • @bukursglass6990
    @bukursglass6990 ปีที่แล้ว

    Could you please recommend me a great Dac and amp set up to power my HD 800s headphones , specifically for gaming only , looking for the most immersive experience

  • @legendredux1291
    @legendredux1291 ปีที่แล้ว

    only 3.5 mm jack sorry I am noob

  • @rafeezrazi92
    @rafeezrazi92 ปีที่แล้ว

    2 sterile AF dac amp you should buy

  • @thegrumptastic
    @thegrumptastic ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice

  • @x3LightNinG
    @x3LightNinG ปีที่แล้ว

    ahhhh another chi-fi

    • @mikeg2491
      @mikeg2491 ปีที่แล้ว

      You get what you pay for. My topping A90d died after the second use.

  • @traveltheworld886
    @traveltheworld886 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pineapple

  • @XeonX__ASMR__METAL-experiments
    @XeonX__ASMR__METAL-experiments ปีที่แล้ว +1

    No balanced under 500$ = no deal AT ALL !!!!!!!!
    i will buy truly balanced SMSL stack under 500$ instead !!!!!!!!
    P.S : SMSL SU-1 + SMSL HO 100 + HarmonicDyne Zeus Elite = 'best'

    • @ptpoul
      @ptpoul ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It seems like you ran out of exclamation marks. Here's a few extra for you !!!!!!!!!!111!1!1!1!!1!!!!!!!❤

  • @reapergretz9413
    @reapergretz9413 ปีที่แล้ว

    uga

  • @lefan1959
    @lefan1959 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Topping is absolute garbage product, exactly sound quality. Buy ifi zen dac or fiio k7

  • @insinYT
    @insinYT ปีที่แล้ว

    what the fuck is a topping?

    • @circattle
      @circattle ปีที่แล้ว

      Bird's Dream

    • @preownedram1007
      @preownedram1007 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      things on your sandwich :)

  • @planewreck4214
    @planewreck4214 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Stop scamming people

    • @mixman2007m
      @mixman2007m หลายเดือนก่อน

      Why so?

  • @WildfireX
    @WildfireX ปีที่แล้ว

    Honestly the DX5 Lite is the one that always stood out to me the most, but I already have a Modi 3 & Asgard 3 at this point, so it is what it is.

  • @LenSaPrinz
    @LenSaPrinz 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Mr.joshua Valour may I know which is the better DAC between this 2 DAC.,and for DX3 Pro+ what are the speaker min -Mat watt. Befor I purchase I want to know the bookshelf speaker watt that can pair with the Dx3 Pro+ tks