Minor correction. Headphone output on the front of the unit XLR & 6.25 are both single ended (that front XLR is not balanced). It's just there for convenience. On the back of the unit theXLR is balanced.
I discover this near the end of the review. I hadn't even thought to try both with an adapter. This is becoming more and more an issue. BUT AT THE SAME TIME.. not an issue?
@@ZReviews Well, not if they're transparent about it... the fact that assuming a 4.4 port in the front of a dac-amp combo isn't truly balanced is becoming the norm is somehow kinda sad.
@@terryss95 but I mean, when they literally perform as good, it just doesn't matter, while able to keep the cost down, and the power good enough at the single-ended side, it's a W for me
These DX5 units are the muts nuts. I use mine exclusively as a dac and, after 40+ years of farting around with kit, i can finally say my journey has reached its apogee.
I literally just bought an element 3 at 5 am zeos, this thing may be amazing, but it's lack of massive kob will make me not have immediate buyers remorse.
Has Z ever said what he does for a living? Look at all the gear. How much $ do you think all of it is? Hundreds of thousands? Imagine how incredible it would be to spend few days in there just testing everything. Friggen amazing
Polarity inversion is useful with respect to crossing over between drivers, specifically in this configuration for integration between subwoofers and mains. Another potential use case I could see is if there are multiple zones playing simultaneously and polarity inversion may help based on relative positioning of those zones? This is a stretch. Some people hold the belief that audio sounds different depending on the polarity of the source, and depending on the topology of the unit it may flip the polarity from input to output. Having the option to flip the polarity allows those people to address this issue. I don’t think it’s particularly useful seeing as many subs have polarity inversion / variable high frequency phase to accomplish this as well, and this is a much more appropriate place to have this feature imo, but I imagine it’s a cheap and easy feature to implement in these types of devices, so why not.
Topping's NFCA is the same amp tech they use in the A30 Pro and the A90 as well as their portable NX7. Those are just the amps I know using that tech I'm not sure if others do or not. So it's the same amp tech from some of their mid-tier to top of the line amps...
I'm pretty new to the headphone/IEM addiction. I got the DX5 a few weeks ago and I am very pleased. I also have a DX3PRO+. I wanted the convenience for a unit in separate rooms. The sound in DAC mode seems better with the DX5. Geshelli Labs DAC and Amp are what I have my eye on for my first stack. Thoughts or other suggestions, anyone.
A while back you reviewed the Hifiman 400i with pads that improved the 400i's substantially. Do you remember the name of these pads? I put them on the 560's . They were wonderful .but now I can not remember the name.
@@JonnyParker- I mean I guess it would be worse if every day felt like I Millennium living in the current state of the world. I would have liked to have seen Montana
Hi there, does the DX5 remember Input and Volumestage after loosing power for hours? I am currently using a Fostex HP-A3, but the buttons dont work anymore and the little box has problems driving my headphones, but the Input and the Volume is via Analog Knob and Switch, so as soon as it gets power again it is good to go. Does the DX5 behave the same way or do i need to change Input and Volume everytime i turn on the power again? Thank you for reviewing the device!
Will this power my DT 1990 Pros that I have inbound? I want a all in one dac/amp and this has peaked my interest I currently have the Zen Dac/Amp V2 Heck I’ll even buy a stack I just want what’s best my budget is roughly $500-$800 AUD
This unit has a issue, I read many many reports about it, an auto update fail loop that makes the unit useless, do you know any fix from topping about how to avoid it or fix it before happening... For overseas buyers that is a nightmare, that issue and the mqa problems are holding me to get this unit, any recommendation about a unit whit same connections and clean warm sound, thanks
the other problem with this dac/amp is , i have other people connecting to my DX5 via bluetooth playing there crap and im not sure how to fix it , not while i am using the Dx5 usually it happens when i am sleeping or at work.
Is the remote good enough to use the unit in a mid field speakers setup ? I previously bought a Topping Pre90 but the remote was so bad I had to return it.
@@AliArghavan It's true that the dx3pro+ does not do great with low ohm phones, but some ppl claim that there was a measurement error by Amir. Another reviewer, WOLFX700, put it on his bench and it measured just fine. Look, it's an excellent unit, and u can always upgrade to high ohm phones to get the most out of it.
it doesnt really matter now when even those figures and the listening sensation are extremely similar, if not even better than tradition balanced outputs
Forgive my ignorance. I just purchased the HD560S headphones and wondering if this would be a good companion for them or should I be looking at something else? I have a little S3 portable dac for out and about but would like something a little more substantial in my home. Edit: my bad scrub that, too expensive for me lol.
Currently running KEF Q350 with a SMSL DA-9 in the Bell Closet at the hotel where I work(overkill? Maybe 🤔) Do you think the DX5 would be a good upgrade? Mainly Bluetooth from everyone’s phone and on occasion a DAP
@Markus Pasanen I don't need XLR (and I don't think I'll need it anytime soon), but so despite having the DX5 do you also believe the Element III sounds just as good?
@@Kirko_bangz I don't think I need any other feature besides the single ended output and the RCA output on the back for my speakers. So, my concern is just the audio quality of the dac/amp. I take it you think the Element III sounds good then?
Any chance you wanna donate a remote for this same combo to me. Got a new dog and it decided to have a field day with my remote and play hahaha to my face lol. If you don't wanna totally understandable and by the way love your channels and i truly try to watch every single video that you make. I purchase this and the Fiio K7 from watching your videos.
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Minor correction.
Headphone output on the front of the unit XLR & 6.25 are both single ended (that front XLR is not balanced).
It's just there for convenience. On the back of the unit theXLR is balanced.
I discover this near the end of the review. I hadn't even thought to try both with an adapter. This is becoming more and more an issue. BUT AT THE SAME TIME.. not an issue?
@@ZReviews Well, not if they're transparent about it... the fact that assuming a 4.4 port in the front of a dac-amp combo isn't truly balanced is becoming the norm is somehow kinda sad.
@@terryss95 but I mean, when they literally perform as good, it just doesn't matter, while able to keep the cost down, and the power good enough at the single-ended side, it's a W for me
These DX5 units are the muts nuts. I use mine exclusively as a dac and, after 40+ years of farting around with kit, i can finally say my journey has reached its apogee.
I literally just bought an element 3 at 5 am zeos, this thing may be amazing, but it's lack of massive kob will make me not have immediate buyers remorse.
The lack of a massive kob would kill it for me too. Always gotta have the kob with my korn
JDS Labs has a better reputation for QC and wayyy better reputation for customer service than Topping; and that knob.........
The Element 3 is certainly a LOT sexier. That's gotta count for something. I hate this things rounded off corners bleh
lol
Did you pull an all-nighter and buy it or wake up after a good sleep and immediately buy it?
Has Z ever said what he does for a living? Look at all the gear. How much $ do you think all of it is? Hundreds of thousands? Imagine how incredible it would be to spend few days in there just testing everything. Friggen amazing
He has quarter of a mil sub's, patreon and sponsors. Pretty sure he's getting the majority of his gear for free and this is his job.
Having all this stuff isn't that impressive if it's your only pricy hobby.
This is his job
Polarity inversion is useful with respect to crossing over between drivers, specifically in this configuration for integration between subwoofers and mains. Another potential use case I could see is if there are multiple zones playing simultaneously and polarity inversion may help based on relative positioning of those zones? This is a stretch. Some people hold the belief that audio sounds different depending on the polarity of the source, and depending on the topology of the unit it may flip the polarity from input to output. Having the option to flip the polarity allows those people to address this issue. I don’t think it’s particularly useful seeing as many subs have polarity inversion / variable high frequency phase to accomplish this as well, and this is a much more appropriate place to have this feature imo, but I imagine it’s a cheap and easy feature to implement in these types of devices, so why not.
Purchased DX5 and I am super happy with it. Damn good combo.
Topping's NFCA is the same amp tech they use in the A30 Pro and the A90 as well as their portable NX7. Those are just the amps I know using that tech I'm not sure if others do or not. So it's the same amp tech from some of their mid-tier to top of the line amps...
I got this unit. I found it underpowered to drive my Sennheiser HD6XX's. It is close, but no cigar. DAC works fine.
Zeos, just watched your Between 2 Speakers appearance on CheapAudioMan's channel... it was pure gold, hope you make more of those in the future.
this looks like a good headphones-driver for somebody who wants good headphones sound but isn't primarily a headphones listener
I like your fancy words, magic man
I am completely Cognoscente of every synapse in my Cereberal cortex
Hi Zeos, is that better than Xduoo XA-10? you had them both and i'm curious which sounds better in your opinion?
I'm pretty new to the headphone/IEM addiction. I got the DX5 a few weeks ago and I am very pleased. I also have a DX3PRO+. I wanted the convenience for a unit in separate rooms. The sound in DAC mode seems better with the DX5.
Geshelli Labs DAC and Amp are what I have my eye on for my first stack. Thoughts or other suggestions, anyone.
You've already got a great DAMP combo already, so unless you really need more power, you probably should just save up for a more considerable upgrade.
@@pyrobunny_mdpl go with something like a Denefrips ? Any suggestions?
what about sound quality from headphone output, is the DX5 better than DX3pro+?
@@csf22able when wired direct, I think the sound quality is better with the DX5.
@@csf22able dx5 sounds better more mature sound than dx3 pro÷
A while back you reviewed the Hifiman 400i with pads that improved the 400i's substantially. Do you remember the name of these pads? I put them on the 560's . They were wonderful .but now I can not remember the name.
Z, 'Mod RCA caps'. Hillman yellow plastic screw protectors (caps). They work. Any hardware store has them. Best, D.
Z : "I'm into 2"
Me : "But Z, 3 is a magic number"
You and Flossy Carter have movie length reviews very in depth. 👍
This is the last place I thought I’d hear someone mention Flossy! Been watching him since he started haha
Another good alternative for a little more is the hifiman ef400.
I want that IEM cable super mucho.
Please! 🙏🏽 I need the link to that beautiful string piece! Is he saying ger-ra-ra-ra??? I can't find it anywhere
$300 I would’ve bought it the day it dropped, but I’m still eye fucking the EX5 you reviewed 6 months ago, Jesus, that feels like yesterday
Shut Up. Time is not even real anymore. LET ME OFF THIS RIDE
@@ZReviews 🤣🤣 life really does feel like Groundhog Day sometimes
@@ZReviews what you dont like the new normal? You dont jive with pure evil and tyranny ??
@@JonnyParker- I mean I guess it would be worse if every day felt like I Millennium living in the current state of the world. I would have liked to have seen Montana
Dx5 lite available now $349
so is it a facelifted/menu upgraded EX5??
Deep down aren't we all just an EX5?
Hi there, does the DX5 remember Input and Volumestage after loosing power for hours? I am currently using a Fostex HP-A3, but the buttons dont work anymore and the little box has problems driving my headphones, but the Input and the Volume is via Analog Knob and Switch, so as soon as it gets power again it is good to go. Does the DX5 behave the same way or do i need to change Input and Volume everytime i turn on the power again? Thank you for reviewing the device!
Will this power my DT 1990 Pros that I have inbound?
I want a all in one dac/amp and this has peaked my interest
I currently have the Zen Dac/Amp V2
Heck I’ll even buy a stack I just want what’s best my budget is roughly $500-$800 AUD
I would love you to compare this to the Fiio K9 Pro ESS
I know there is a price gap, but I am trying to work out if its worth it...
No. If you wanna compare with K9, you should do that with the newer DX7 Pro+
I think NFCA means No Fu**ing Crappy Audio
This unit has a issue, I read many many reports about it, an auto update fail loop that makes the unit useless, do you know any fix from topping about how to avoid it or fix it before happening... For overseas buyers that is a nightmare, that issue and the mqa problems are holding me to get this unit, any recommendation about a unit whit same connections and clean warm sound, thanks
the other problem with this dac/amp is , i have other people connecting to my DX5 via bluetooth playing there crap and im not sure how to fix it , not while i am using the Dx5 usually it happens when i am sleeping or at work.
Is the remote good enough to use the unit in a mid field speakers setup ?
I previously bought a Topping Pre90 but the remote was so bad I had to return it.
One of my questions is gonna sound (no pun intended) do you think it’s giving us too many options?
Apart from the XLR outputs this is basicly a DX3 Pro+ with a slightly better dac. And DX3 costs $199 and pisses all over the DX5.
The DX3 Pro+ was given an excellent review by Amir at ASR.
But DX3 pro+ has too high output impedance
@@AliArghavan What do you mean? DX3 Pro+ has only
@@Deeper-Trends I'm going to hazard a guess here and say that you are talking about input impedance, Ali is talking about output impedance.
@@AliArghavan It's true that the dx3pro+ does not do great with low ohm phones, but some ppl claim that there was a measurement error by Amir. Another reviewer, WOLFX700, put it on his bench and it measured just fine. Look, it's an excellent unit, and u can always upgrade to high ohm phones to get the most out of it.
Is there a similar product like this where it has a bluetooth sending function? Something like a BTA30?
just bought a dx7 pro and and a A90 , both used.......very good combo
Are you sure the DX5 has Balanced output ??
I think front headphone is a NO.... back YES
@@rip_cl ya, hard to believe the XLR output isn’t balanced
it doesnt really matter now when even those figures and the listening sensation are extremely similar, if not even better than tradition balanced outputs
@@zamedoeswtever5267 matters to me
Yeah they tricked me until the end. Rear is yes. Front is no.
What is that XLR adapter that's constantly plugged to IEMs?
Without checking the video I think you mean the Double Helix 4pin to 4.4 adapter?
Hey Zeos, whats the noise floor like on the RCA outs to the triangles?
I like gear with clicky switches
The box looks like the box of Ampex 2” analog tape would come in.
Are you able to use the xlr output for speakers?
That is what I use the DX5 for at my gym with two Yamaha DXR 8 powered speakers connected via XLR.
yes
Is this worth upgrading from the ifi zen dac? I recently bought the HIFIMAN Edition XS and wondering if I need an upgrade for a source.
Been wondering the same thing got the 1990 pros inbound and have the zen dac v2 but I want something better to power them
Topping MX5 vs DX5 for DT 880 600ohm?
Double click on the knob should switch output.
You would think if this was a thing they would specify in that terrible manual.
Forgive my ignorance. I just purchased the HD560S headphones and wondering if this would be a good companion for them or should I be looking at something else? I have a little S3 portable dac for out and about but would like something a little more substantial in my home. Edit: my bad scrub that, too expensive for me lol.
If you are looking for cheaper option : DX3 Pro+
Don’t spend more on your source than you have on your headphones. I would save the money and get a real upgrade when you can afford to.
@@hakoren4444 I have a schiit hel version 1. You think the dx3 pro+ will be an upgrade?
Honestly I'd get an ifi Zen Dac and use the 3d and Xbass on the 560 for funsies.
@@mickeylickey Do you have any problems with "schiit hel version 1" ? If you like its sound don't change it.
@2:36 I NEED TO KNOW WHAT THIS IS FOR THE LOVE OF ALL THAT YE HOLD HOLY PLEASE 🙏🏽 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Enough for speakers? Probably not but is there any dac/amp that has low noise floor for headphones and enough power for speakers?
It is 2022, you buy powered speakers.
@@80-80. good point, but there is a thing called personal preference if you didn't know.
@@80-80. the man is right...lol
will this power dt 880's like the mx5? Also what's the biggest difference between this and the mx5
Review the new tin p1max planar iem
Currently running KEF Q350 with a SMSL DA-9 in the Bell Closet at the hotel where I work(overkill? Maybe 🤔) Do you think the DX5 would be a good upgrade? Mainly Bluetooth from everyone’s phone and on occasion a DAP
lol It's bluetooth man...
And if my sarcasm wasn't clear enough : no, you won't ear the slightest difference.
Yeah at most you would need to buy a better BT receiver to use LDAC and plug it into the DA-9. But I doubt that would be super noticeable.
How much do you think MQA ups the price? Edit: off of memory on certain dacs like $50? ffffff
More then a single persons fancy steak dinner.
@@ZReviews I refuse! Red meat is better.
$100. ...100 freaking dollars. dX5 Lite now available for.....$349. Hello!
so the EX5 for 300$ is the way to go.
This vs k9 pro? Worth getting this for less?
K9 is a beast and truly balanced
Are you like the Einstein of audio electronics?
Far from it. All zeos do is ramble and talk in circles. You mostly come here for entertainment, not for a serious review
between the Topping DX5 and the JDS Labs Element III, which dac/amp option is better?
Element III. Unless you need the features the DX5 offers. JDS is US based, and fantastic customer service.
DX5 all day long, Element III has no features... I do not see why would someone compare these two products. But i would go for EX5.
@@zelenizub2036 I was comparing them because they are both dac/amp combos around the same price range, but thanks for your input.
@Markus Pasanen I don't need XLR (and I don't think I'll need it anytime soon), but so despite having the DX5 do you also believe the Element III sounds just as good?
@@Kirko_bangz I don't think I need any other feature besides the single ended output and the RCA output on the back for my speakers. So, my concern is just the audio quality of the dac/amp. I take it you think the Element III sounds good then?
Its too expensive for what it is.
Its new. It will start high and fall. I'd love to see it around $300.
DX5 lite available now for 349
Any chance you wanna donate a remote for this same combo to me. Got a new dog and it decided to have a field day with my remote and play hahaha to my face lol. If you don't wanna totally understandable and by the way love your channels and i truly try to watch every single video that you make. I purchase this and the Fiio K7 from watching your videos.
Play some decant music
Zeos the new Ifi Zen Air series has come out please review them
They're the Zen Dac v2 and Zen Blue v2, but worse.
IFI is suppose to be sending a full stack.
10:10 MQA detected DAC Rejected!
Dx-5 lite without MQA available for $100 less now at $349
@@lawpenner You are right! The Topping DX5 Lite is - apart from the missing MQA - exactly the same as the DX5.
dx3 pro+ has funkier looking display.
I love your reviews, but the camera shake man, it makes me dizzy 🤢
Try to keep your videos a little short.
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