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Audioquest Dragonfly Cobalt DAC/amp
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Audioquest Dragonfly Cobalt Plug-in DAC/Amp Synopsis

by Josh Noriega / March 13, 2020

Audioquest’s Dragonfly Cobalt update is the best sounding DAC/amp in dongle form, but can it stand with larger, battery-powered options? This synopsis gets to the point.

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iFi xDSD DAC
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iFi xDSD Portable Bluetooth-Enabled HiFi DAC Synopsis

by Josh Noriega / April 24, 2019

iFi attempts to substantially shrink down their preceding tank-like flagship portable DAC that on-the-go audiophiles, such as ourselves, have adored, but can it maintain the same acoustic excellence?

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Fiio M9 DAP
Audio Devices

Fiio M9 Compact HiFi Streaming Audio Player

by Josh Noriega / April 19, 2019April 26, 2019

Fiio’s new M9 HiFi player attempts a sweet-spot middle-ground between size and audio prowess, and upgrades the preceding M7 in a few notable ways. This synopsis lays out its key usability details.

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Fiio BTR3 DAC
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Fiio BTR3 Mini Bluetooth HiFi DAC Synopsis

by Josh Noriega / January 5, 2019

The BTR3 is the successor to our well-received BTR1. This slick concept of a super-compact HiFi Bluetooth receiver is made even slicker with a refined design and improved audio transmission. This Synopsis runs through the key details.

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Fiio Q5 DAC
Audio Devices

Fiio Q5 HiFi Bluetooth-Enabled Portable DAC Synopsis – Possibly the best for the money

by Josh Noriega / June 16, 2018July 4, 2018

Fiio has been expanding to other forms of audio gear, but isn’t forgetting about its roots. The Q5 is the company’s newest flagship mobile DAC, feature-packed with top-end developments but not price.

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Fiio BTR1 DAC
Accessories, Audio Devices

Fiio BTR1 Portable Wireless DAC Synopsis – No need to dump your wired headphones

by Josh Noriega / March 2, 2018May 27, 2018

This Synopsis The wireless tech world is coming and there’s no stopping it. On the audio scene, this has resulted in every company shifting development…

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Ifi Micro iDSD DAC
Accessories, Audio Devices

iFi Micro iDSD Black Label DAC Synopsis – The best portable DAC for the money?

by Josh Noriega / February 9, 2018May 27, 2018

This Synopsis We’re a fan of external portable DACs. Smartphones have extremely limited options for high-res audio playback, and a portable DAC is a crucial…

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Fiio X7 Mark II Android HiFi DAP Synopsis

by Josh Noriega / November 16, 2017May 27, 2018

This Synopsis Smartphones that put value into quality audio are too far and few between. Every once in a while a smartphone maker surprises us…

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Chord Mojo DAC
Accessories, Audio Devices

Chord Mojo Portable HiFi DAC Synopsis

by Josh Noriega / November 9, 2017May 27, 2018

This Synopsis Mobile devices that sport chops for high quality audio are far and few between. Our recent look at the LG V30 and its…

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