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An audio review & news blog. The volume should not exceed 80 dB is recommended. I usually adhere to the safe-listening style by WHO. Please note that my aural impressions and interpretations of measurements are also made from a safe-listening style.

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SMSL Launches D12 High-Performance AK4493S USB DAC With Bluetooth Input & Headphone Output Support

SMSL Audio offers one of the largest collections of HiFi desktop audio gear in the industry. Their catalog includes HiFi DACs, Headphone Amps, Power Amps, and other desktop gear. Today, SMSL has released a brand new USB DAC/Headphone AMP, …

SMSL C100: High-Tech AK4493S DAC Chip USB MQA Audio Decoder

SMSL has released the SMSL C100, a high cost-performance DAC with the latest configuration.

SMSL Launches PO100 AK and PO100 Pro USB Audio Decoding Interfaces!!

SMSL has an ever-growing library of HiFi desktop gear. They deal primarily in desktop gear specializing in Decoders, Headphone Amplifiers, All-in-One devices, etc. A few months back, SMSL introduced the PO100 USB interface, today the brand…

S.M.S.L D400EX: AK4191 & Dual AK4499EX DAC Chips DSD512 Bluetooth Audio Decoder

The SMSL D400EX high-end DAC is now available with dual AK4499EX, Asahi Kasei's latest flagship DAC chip.

SMSL D400ES: Flagship ES9039MSPRO DAC Bluetooth 5.0 Low-Noise Audio Decoder

The latest audio decoder, SMSL D400ES, will make your music life more sophisticated.

SMSL Releases D400EX All-New Flagship MQA Desktop DAC With Dual AK4499EX DAC Chips

Every HiFi desktop setup requires a high-performance Desktop DAC that brings together high-resolution audio signal decoding with rich tonality. SMSL designs some of the best desktop audio gear that are widely appreciated for their rich pre…

Seven New Upgrades With The Latest SMSL SU9 Pro Over The SU9: Latest Desktop DAC With World's First ES9039M Pro DAC Chipset

SMSL has released the latest installment for its SU9 series of premium desktop DACs, with the release of the all-new SMSL SU9 Pro. It comes as a direct upgrade to the SU9 with a better DAC chipset, a new Audio Architecture, full MQA, and M…

Four Updates with The Latest S.M.S.L Sanskrit 10th MK3 Desktop DAC Over The Sanskrit 10th MK2

SMSL has just dropped its update to the classic Sanskrit Desktop DAC series with the release of the all-new Sanskrit 10th MK3. The 10th MK3 brings a breath of fresh air to the series with many new features. This includes a new DAC, a new U…

SMSL Launches "C200": All-New Desktop DAC/AMP with ES9038Q2M DAC and Dual Headphone Outputs

SMSL is a trusted name in the HiFi audio industry. Mainly, SMSL is known for its range of Desktop HiFi gear such as DAC/AMPs, DACs, Headphone Amplifiers, etc. Today, SMSL has announced a brand-new all-in-one DAC/AMP, the SMSL C200. It’s a …

S.M.S.L DO200 MKⅡ: High-end MQA Full Decoding Bluetooth Audio Decoder

The latest USB DAC, the SMSL DO200 MKII, has been released.

SMSL Releases SU-10: Latest Flagship Desktop DAC with Dual ES9038Pro DAC Chips

SMSL offers one of the widest collections of premium desktop audio gears including desktop decoders, headphone amplifiers, power amplifiers, and more. Today, SMSL has released its latest flagship desktop decoder, the all-new SMSL SU10. Equ…

SMSL C200: High End DAC & Headphone Amp

The SMSL C200 high-end DAC and headphone amplifier has been released.

S.M.S.L Welcomes New M500 MK III Desktop All-in-One DAC AMP: M500 MK III vs M500 MK II vs M500

S.M.S.L is a premium Hifi audio gear brand from China. They have a huge catalog of premium desktop audio gears including audio decoders, headphone amplifiers, all-in-one decoders and amplifiers, etc. S.M.S.L M500 is a highly celebrated all…

(News) SMSL Announces D-6 Hi-Res Desktop DAC & DA-6 Mini Class D Power Amplifier

SMSL is a famous Hifi audio brand specializing in high-quality premium desktop audio gears. They are known mainly for their audio decoders and headphone/power amplifiers. The best thing about SMSL is that its products are available across …

(News) SMSL Launches A300: High-Power Digital Amplifier For Desktop Stereo Setup

SMSL offers a huge range of premium desktop HiFi audio gears. They have everything right from desktop Decoders to headphone and power amplifiers. Today, SMSL adds a new power amplifier to its collection, meet the all-new SMSL A300. The lat…

(News) S.M.S.L PO100: Latest USB Type-C Digital Audio Interface

PO100 from S.M.S.L Audio is an ultra-compact USB digital audio interface designed with a premium XMOS USB design. S.M.S.L PO100 uses USB Type-C for signal input and has two digital outputs, Optical and Coaxial. This compact device supports…

(News) S.M.S.L HO200, the latest headphone amplifier released, almost a perfect competitor to the Topping A90.

A few days ago, S.M.S.L released a new headphone amplifier, the S.M.S.L HO200. It appears to be the higher-end model of the recently released SH-8s. However, it does not appear to be a THX AAA amplifier like the SP200 and SH-9. It appears …

(News) S.M.S.L VMV A2 High-Resolution Power Amplifier Available Now

Today, S.M.S.L has announced VMV A2, a high-resolution power amplifier in their premium VMV lineup of desktop products. It utilizes the latest DSP chip and ST high power amplifier chip that provides a clean and distortion-free audio signal…