Best DAC/AMP Dongle - "The Cayin RU7 has a tuning which is more to the neutral side, but with its full body and powerful, controlled bass impact, it is a very musical and engaging DAC/AMP dongle." "...Cayin has certainly set the bar very high."
A reference portable headphone DAC/Amp for connection to your wireless device or computer. Or use it in line out mode as a portable resistor ladder DAC in a traditional hi-fi system. Be prepared for a level of sound quality, power, detail and musical engagement you’ve never imagined from a portable DAC.
“We’re absolutely spellbound by the sound quality of the Cayin RU7 paired with the Meze 109 Pro. Highly recommended.” Everest Audio
Features:
• 1-bit resistor ladder DAC, fully balanced
• Resistor network of 128 pcs (4 x32) high precision Thin Film Resistors
• 3.5mm single-ended or 4.4mm balanced headphone outputs
• Impressive output power: 3.5mm SE, 160mW @32 ohms or 4.4mm BAL, 400mW @32 ohms
• Option to use as a line output with 3.5mm (1.2Vrms) or 4.4mm balanced (2.4Vrms)
• Supports PCM up to 384kHz and native DSD from DSD64 to DSD256
• Digital audio signal converted to DSD (DSD64/DSD128/DSD256) before feeding to the discrete 1-bit DAC
• Discrete volume control – maximize phone volume and use the RU7’s volume control for optimal quality
• 100 step volume with low and high gain settings allow a wide range of volume control for even sensitive IEMs
• Low power consumption to reduce power drain from mobile source
• OLED screen for playback and menu information
• Works with Apple iOS, Android, Windows and Mac devices
• Includes: magnetic leather protective case, 2 circular metal plates with adhesive tape pad, USB-C cable and USB-A to USB-C adapter
• Optional USB-C to Lightning cable sold separately
• Weight: 25g
• Dimensions: 66X24X12mm. Small enough to fit into your smallest pocket