In recent years, palm-sized items that are also called "stick-type DACs" that have gained support from people who value sound quality are attracting attention.
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A stick-type DAC (digital-to-analog converter) is a type of compact digital audio device. It is generally shaped like a USB memory stick or stick, and has the function of converting digital audio signals into analog signals. These devices are utilized to output high-quality analog audio from digital audio sources such as laptops and smartphones.
"DAC" is an abbreviation for D (digital)/A (analog) converter, which is an item that converts a digital music signal into an analog music signal.
By using this DAC between your smartphone and earphones, you can enjoy high-quality music more than listening to music by connecting the earphones directly from your smartphone.
In addition, since it can be connected with a USB or Lightning terminal, it can be used without problems on smartphones that do not have an earphone terminal, so it is very easy to use.
In this portable audio industry, various models are born from various manufacturers, and it seems that it is becoming a highly competitive item.
This small stick-type DAC is in the form of a DAC amplifier, and in addition to its function as a converter, it also functions as a headphone amplifier, so it can play music with higher sound quality than a DAC or amplifier built into a smartphone.
There are many different stick-type DACs on the market, each with different features and capabilities. Ex AUDIO carries several types of products from HIdizs.
The DAC chip uses a high-quality sound product from ESS Technology, Inc. It supports real PCM (up to 32bit/768kHz depending on the product), DSD, and MQA.
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Of course, it also supports high-quality high-definition high-resolution sound sources that have become completely popular, so it is especially recommended for those who want to easily enjoy full-fledged high-resolution playback, which is difficult to do with a smartphone alone.
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Most models have a balanced output in addition to the general single-ended mini jack in the earphone jack, so you can enjoy even higher sound quality with balanced end headphones / earphones.
Of course, like a DAC for expensive audiophiles who are oriented to the real thing,It doesn't meet the demands of more advanced features and performance, multiple digital inputs and analog outputs, high-quality components and circuit designs to meet the demands of high sound quality, and a range of supported sampling rates and bit depths, but it does provide portability that is not bulky even in a small background, and it always makes you hear a little better sound.Despite being much more affordable, some productsThe ultra-compact DAC amplifier, which supports a wide range of applications and requirements, is a device that is very suitable for the current era of subscriptions.
