Preguntado por Nathan R.(2026-09-05)342 respuestas
Is the SMSL SU-2 worth it for a balanced headphone amplifier setup?
I am upgrading my desktop audio chain and need a clean DAC to feed my balanced headphone amp. I listen mostly to lossless PCM and DSD files. Does this unit deliver reliable balanced output?
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Fecha de respuesta: 2026-09-05Yes, it is fully capable of driving your balanced amplifier to its full potential. By adding SMSL SU-2 DAC ES9039Q2M to your audio chain via its rear XLR terminals, you establish a true balanced pathway that rejects noise and preserves micro-details. The ES9039Q2M digital-to-analog converter paired with four OPA1612A op-amps easily decodes up to 768kHz/32Bit and DSD tracks, providing a clean, neutral source signal that pairs effortlessly with any dedicated headphone amplifier.
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David W.
The balanced XLR connection works flawlessly on my setup. Signal separation is crisp and there is zero detectable background hiss.
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