The D10B is a balanced upgrade of the D10s. It features balanced only output, upgraded specs, and 32-bit/384kHz playback. If you’ve been waiting for a balanced DAC that won’t shatter the piggy bank, this is it.
With balanced audio comes better specs. The D10B outspecs its predecessor in THD+N, SNR, dynamic range, output level, noise, and crosstalk.
The D10B features balanced output via a balanced TRS line out. Run balanced TRS cables or XLR cables by using the included adaptors and connect a balanced amplifier or active speakers.
The D10B features an ESS ES9038Q2M SABRE DAC chip that supports up to 32-bit/384kHz and DSD256 Native, making it an ideal decoder for lossless libraries and hi-definition streaming services like Amazon HD, Apple HD, and Tidal.
With 125dB of signal-to-noise ratio, the TOPPING D10B would have to be cranked louder than an ambulance siren before passing along hiss or noise to your headphones or speakers.
Connect the D10B to a balanced headphone amplifier or bypass the amp altogether and connect the D10B directly to a pair of active speakers.
You’ll love the D10B whether you’re a Mac, Windows, or Linux user. It can be plugged and played with Windows (above 10), Mac, and Linux. It also supports professional ASIO applications (only Windows ASIO applications require a driver).
Product highlights
- ESS ES9038Q2M DAC chip
- XMOS XU208 USB chip
- THD+N 0.00012%
- 32-bit/384kHz sampling rate
- DSD256 (Native)
- Analog + digital output
- Connect directly to active speakers
- Plug and play
Specs
- Display: LED
- Digital output: OPT/Coax
- Line out output: 6.35 TRS (note: no single-ended output)
- Signal input: USB
- Max sampling rates
- USB: 32-bit/384kHz, DSD128(Dop), DSD256(Native)
- Opt/Coax: 24-bit/192kHz, DSD64(Dop)
- THD+N@1kHz A-wt: <0.00012%
- THD: <0.00015% @20-20kHz
- SNR@1kHz A-wt: 125dB
- Dynamic range@1kHz A-wt: 125dB
- Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz (±0.2dB)
- Output level: 4.2Vrms @0dBFS
- Noise: <2.4uVrms
- Channel crosstalk @1kHz: -141dB
- Channel balance: 0.3dB
- Output impedance: 88Ω
- Output DC
- Differential: <1mV
- Common: <70mV
- Power input: DC5V/0.5A (USB power supply)
- Dimensions: 4 x 5.7 x 1.4” (10.3cm x 14.6cm x 3.6cm)
- Weight: 0.74lbs (340g)
What’s included
- TOPPING D10 Balanced DAC
- 6.35mm TRS to XLR adaptor
- USB cable
- User manual
- Warranty card
Price: 139$