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Product Description
Mini USB Audio With Headphone Amplifier
S.M.S.L DS00 MQA DAC
DS100 Support MQA MQA-CD PCM XMOS XU-316 DSD256 DoP64 USB Optical Coaxial
High Performance Chipest : CS43131 Chip & XMOS XU-316 USB IC
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Cirrus Logic 's CS43131 Chip
It provides DS100 with excellent sound, wide compatibility, advanced digital filters, seamless switching, low-power design, and compact board space, providing users with an excellent audio experience.
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New 3 Generation XMOS XU-316 USB Processor
It supports multiple audio formats, including PCM support up to 32bit/768kHz and DSD support reaching DSD512, to meet various audio decoding and processing needs.
S.M.S.L DS100 audio dac 's built-in Cirrus Logic 's CS43131 Chip and XMOS XU-316 Chipest.Boasting an astonishing distortion level of 0.00017% (-115dB), this device, with its exceptional performance and impeccable design, offers an unparalleled musical experience that you've never encountered before.
DS100 All-in-one DAC Supports MQA, MQA-CD
Equipped with MQA technology, DS100 brings CD sound quality to a whole new level. Every note seems to have been carefully crafted, bringing you an unprecedented auditory feast.
SMSL DS100 DAC With 6.35mm & 4.4mm Headphone Jack
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6.35mm And a 4.4mm Single-Ended Headphone Jack
Boasting a 6.35mm and a 4.4mm single-ended headphone jack, this device is designed to enhance your audio experience. Plug in your headphones and immerse yourself in a world of pure, undistracted music
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Wide Applicabilit
This decoder is suitable for various environments, including homes, desktops, outdoor environments, music studios, and more.
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Mini dac
Mini design, DS100 audio decoder provides excellent audio quality with minimal distortion and noise. This ensures an immersive listening experience for users.
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Desktop Audio Decoder
It allows you to fully enjoy the melody of music anytime, anywhere in your comfortable home. Immerse yourself in the happiness of sound, and enjoy the joy brought by each note clearly and accurately.
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Small Size. Precision Machined Using CNC Technology.Durable & Fashionable,The small audio decoder has a user-friendly interface, which is intuitive and easy to operate. It is easy to carry and is very suitable for music enthusiasts and new users going out.
Introduction Chart Of Performance Curves For Parameters And Indicators
There is a protective film on the screen surface, please tear off the screen protective film before use. This product provides paper and electronic manuals in English, Japanese, and German. If you need manuals in other languages, please contact _us.
Chris
Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2025
Very happy with this. sound is much better than analog rom the PC.
Manuel A.
Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2025
Esta excelente
JGonzalez
Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2025
Don't have a lot of money to spend on audio products, but I needed something. Bought this based on all the online reviews and haven't been disappointed. I'm sure other, more expensive dacs may be better, but this is clear and works well.
DeanL
Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2025
I am using this with Sony MDR-7506 headphones. I am very pleased with the sound quality. Or maybe I should say I’m pleased with lack of sound. This DAC is transparent. I have four other SMSL DACs. They all have excellent performance. This one continues the tradition.Using the mode LEDs to indicate volume level when the knob is turned is an interesting idea but there really are not enough LEDs to indicate anything other than an approximate level. The knob can be rotated multiple times before the LEDs change. Everything else works perfectly.
flxterzo
Reviewed in Italy on January 17, 2025
Sorprendente! Appena arrivato questo mini amplificatore mi ha sorpreso per dimensioni, resa audio e versatilità delle connessioni. In pratica lavora con le HD 650 (300 ohm) con le HD 660S (150 ohm) e KLH (32 ohm). Le rese audio sono chiaramente diverse a seconda della personalità della singola cuffia. Mentre scrivo sono con le HD 650 (acquistate 18 anni fa!) connesse in bilanciato, bene senza burning, suonano alla grande. In confronto con amplificatori dal costo dieci volte superiore ci sono notevoli differenze, ma la Portabilità il Prezzo e la Versatilità ne fanno un ottimo acquisto per chi si sposta con il PC. Unica osservazione è la modulabilità del volume che presenta una progressione non troppo lineare e una certa latenza (ritardo nella risposta); forse un mini telecomando anche solo per il volume migliorerebbe un prodotto di qualità/ prezzo già notevole.
Thomas
Reviewed in Australia on April 21, 2025
great little DAC, No issues
Customer
Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2025
It is a pretty good DAC. Simple to set up, functions well, good sound quality, and overall a very pleasant piece of equipment.One thing to note (definitely on me and not on the company at all), you would need to buy an adapter as well to use it with 3.5mm headphones/IEMs. Kind of wish they threw one in the box so it is compatible with some more standards.I only had one pair to test out the 1/4in jack, and it sounds good, but it is a pair that I don't intend to use with the DAC. Got an adapter so I can plug in my IEMs and got to use it to it's full capabilities after setting it up. Absolutely solid for someone who wanted a simple setup for simply good sound in a much more simple spot on my desk and closer to my head. All through one cable from my PC.Highly recommended for those who want their DAC placement to be a lot more flexible and even be some stylish desk candy to look at. The good sound quality is also a decent bonus on top as well.
T. Crist
Reviewed in the United States on July 14, 2024
This is a super small amp and I was confused why it had 1/4" and 3.5mm headphone jacks instead of using an adapter. After visiting the website, it seems all their amps have this aethetic/style.I couldn't tell a sound difference between this and my PS Audio amp - consequently, it seems like a great deal.
ROUSSEL Gérard
Reviewed in France on June 14, 2024
Je voudrai un mode d'emploie en Français et surtout en savoir plus sur l'alimentation électrique de l'appareille
Nick
Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2024
I used this with my Iphone 13 using the "camera" adapter to give it a normal USB A connector. So the good news is that a phone can power this thing and send music over USB to it. It was also able to drive my Beyerdynamic DT 770s (250 Ohm version) and my Hifiman HE 400 SE planars with plenty of headroom. Overall, the sound was good, however the top end seemed a bit fatiguing. It was noticeably harsher than my Loxjie P20 fed by the SMSL D6 DAC. I'm not sure if this is due to the nature of the DAC/AMP or if it is due to some issue with not quite getting enough power from my phone. It was able to deliver bass, however, which is typically where power delivery issues would show up. Your mileage will vary depending on your ears and headphones. I will say it is not overly harsh and it quite listenable.Aside from my quibbles with high-end, I would very much like this unit to have a separate power connector and be able to turn on or off with a button. Running this off of a phone will drain the power faster than a different DAC that has its own power source. I also want to be able to leave it plugged in and turn it off. I was unable to do so.The way it displays the volume level is odd, but easy to understand. It is imprecise since you have to show the full volume range with 4 lights. The knob raises and lowers the volume in very gradual increments.
Darry
Reviewed in Canada on May 24, 2024
EDIT2: I upgraded the X-FI card that I'm using as an optical S/PDIF source to a PCIE SB0880 . I'm guessing that this his one seems to have a more stable internal clock source.EDIT: I have added results through optical S/PDIF inputI have only tested in USB mode so far and found no specific issues other than its performance, in my setup at least, being strongly dependent on how it is connected.IMPORTANT note : I used RightMark Audio Analyzer (RMAA) and a MOTU M2 to record and measure the DS100's line-out performance, so the values shown are limited by the MOTU M2's line-in performance and ARE NOT directly comparable to other RMAA tests except possibly if the recording device used was also a MOTU M2.- Volume was set to max on the DS100 and its line-out was used.- Volume was set to max on the Apple A2049 and its headphone out was used.- Gain on the MOTU M2 was adjusted for level to be at -3.1dB for the DS100 tests- Gain on the MOTU M2 was adjusted for level to be at -3.1dB for the Apple A2049 dongle tests- The Apple A2049 needed 6dB more gain than the DS100 for level to be matched on the MOTU M2- The manufacturer provided driver was used through ASIO for the DS100- The default Windows 10 UAC audio driver was used through ASIO4ALL for the Apple A2049- The first column in the first image shows DS100 results through a Plugable USB2-HUB-AG7 USB 2.0 powered hub- The second column in the first image shows DS100 results through a Plugable USB2-HUB-AG7 USB 2.0 without power external power connected- The third column in the first image shows DS100 results directly connected to a motherboard USB 3.1 port- The first column in the second image shows A2049 results through a Plugable USB2-HUB-AG7 USB 2.0 powered hub- The second column in the second image shows A2049 results through a Plugable USB2-HUB-AG7 USB 2.0 without power external power connected- The third column in the second image shows A2049 results directly connected to a motherboard USB 3.1 port- the MOTU M2's performance is unaffected by the USB or not of a USB hub (powered or unpowered)- I also tried some unpowered USB 3.0 hub which, AFAICR, were actually worse than a direct connection for the A2049). Again, the MOTU M2's performance was unaffected by these.- The computer's PSU is a Corsair RM750x- The motherboard is a Gigabyte B550 Gaming X V2 on which I used the Q-Flash Plus Port (I summarily tested other ports before and saw no notable differences)Conclusion : IMHO, the SMSL DS100 is worth it to me. A decent DAC with powerful output (and a headphone amp), S/PDIF input, physical volume control and good specs, at this price is very nice.
Li Su
Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2024
5/25/2024 Update: Reduce my rating from 4 stars to 3 stars for the following reason.I have an old PC with an ASUS Zonar Essence STX sound card. I decided to test it against my new USB DAC. Although the ASUS sound card is a 24bit/192kHz sound card, it performs much better than this 32-bit/ 768kHz USB DAC. It produces much more "space" and clarity. It is much more enjoyable to listen from the sound card than the USB DAC My test is done with the same set of FLAC music with the same set of speakers. Most people are thinking standalone sound is dead because new PC comes sound output from the motherboard. In my experience, the sound from the PC motherboard is not good enough. It seems to be the same with USB DAC. One can't really tell the differences until being able to compare.Anyway, the ASUS Zonar Essence STX sound card has been discontinued for a long time. I'm lucky enough to still have one and functional.----------- below is the original 4-star reviewThis is a nice plug & play USB DAC for Windows 10. If driver was needed, it was downloaded and installed automatically on my Windows 10. I play many FLAC lossless music at the highest bit rate without any issue. The sound is very clean. However, the spec states it supports 32 bit/768kHz but Windows 10 only shows 32 bit/384kHz (see attached screenshot). I'm not sure if this is an issue with the driver or the spec is inaccurate. Overall, it is a nice USB DAC.
Cliente Kindle
Reviewed in Spain on October 18, 2024
También de SMSL tengo el modelo M3, comprado en 2017, y lo he venido utilizando (diariamente) con unos auriculares Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro 80 ohm, para escuchar principalmente Spotify Premium (calidad 320 kbps) y CDs (en reproductor Marantz conectado por cable óptico al dac M3). La experiencia de escucha ha sido muy buena, pero al descubrir que SMSL tenía este nuevo DS100, con mejores datos técnicos/ especificaciones y un precio tan razonable… al descubrir también que TIDAL ofrece calidad de hasta 24 bits - 192 kHz, me decidí a probar la nueva combinación (Dac DS100 + TIDAL + Beyerd. DT770) y los resultados han sido todavía mejores. En las pruebas, tanto con auriculares como con altavoces hi-fi, se nota la diferencia, la mayor resolución de audio. Y no sólo al comparar los dos servicios de streaming, sino también al escuchar CDs con el M3 vs el DS100.Recomiendan descargar los driver XMOS desde la web de SMSL y después de practicar un poco con el mando de volumen/selector input - output el sonido es, para mi, sobresaliente.
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