The AK4493EQ DAC chip and XMOS XU208 USB chip are capable of decoding 24-bit PCM up to 384kHz, DSD256, and 32-bit DXD up to 384kHz. The TA-10R features a totally updated chipset. Just be sure to find a reputable dealer of tubes before buying. It’s a fun way to play with the sound signature of a single amp, often for less than $30 a pop. Each tube has a different sound signature, adding or subtracting qualities like warmth, detail, and soundstage. One of the joys of tube amp ownership is that the tubes can be swapped out for other tubes. Swap tubes for different sound signatures They can pare back some of the shrillness and extension of the upper-end, and boost the mids and bass for an altogether warmer sound.

So why would anyone want one? Many people love the quality of the distortion that tube amps add. Tube amps, on the other hand, add distortion. Most modern solid state amps reduce distortion beyond the threshold of human hearing. As a DAC/amp, this unit can both decode digital files and amplify them for headphones, making it a great purchase for anyone looking for an all-in-one desktop solution.

The xDuoo TA-10R is a desktop DAC/Amp with a totally upgraded chipset, optical and coaxial inputs, DOP64 support, plus a striking red exterior. We appreciate your understanding as we aspire to expand our offerings to a broader audience in the future. Currently, Apos Certified products are only available to customers with a US shipping address. That means it's refurbished, like new, final sale, carries an Apos Certified One-Year Warranty, and ships from our US facility.

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