Micro iDSD vs SMSL RAW-MDA1
The RAW-MDA1's bit depth is 32-bit against the Micro iDSD's 24-bit, its output voltage 5.2V RMS against 4.0V RMS, and its output impedance 100Ω against 1Ω. Both share max sample rate (768 kHz).
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The iFi Audio micro iDSD is a versatile portable and desktop DAC and headphone amplifier known for its high-resolution audio support and powerful output. It features dual Burr-Brown DSD1793 DAC chips in a custom interleaved configuration allowing native decoding of DSD up to DSD512 and PCM up to 768kHz, as well as DXD and MQA formats. The device includes a rechargeable 4800mAh battery providing up to 12 hours of playback, with selectable power modes (Eco, Normal, Turbo) to drive a wide range of headphones from sensitive IEMs to power-hungry full-size headphones. It offers multiple inputs including USB Type A OTG, coaxial and 3.5mm digital inputs, and a 3.5mm analog input. Outputs include a 6.3mm headphone jack, RCA line out with selectable fixed or variable level, and coaxial digital out. The micro iDSD also features iEMatch for matching sensitive IEMs, polarity switch, and selectable digital filters. Its compact size and advanced circuitry, including direct-coupled output and ultra-low noise op-amps, deliver detailed, low-noise sound with excellent channel separation and microdynamics. The device weighs about 0.68 lbs and comes with a 1-year warranty.
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The RAW-MDA1's bit depth is 32-bit against the Micro iDSD's 24-bit, its output voltage 5.2V RMS against 4.0V RMS, and its output impedance 100Ω against 1Ω. Both share max sample rate (768 kHz).
The G5's bit depth is 32-bit against the Micro iDSD's 24-bit, its output impedance 0.1Ω against 1Ω, and its output voltage 2.1V RMS against 4.0V RMS. Both share max sample rate (768 kHz).
The C200's bit depth is 32-bit against the Micro iDSD's 24-bit, its output impedance 100Ω against 1Ω, and its output voltage 2.0V RMS against 4.0V RMS. Both share max sample rate (768 kHz).
The C200 PRO's bit depth is 32-bit against the Micro iDSD's 24-bit, its output voltage 5.0V RMS against 4.0V RMS, and its output impedance 100Ω against 1Ω. Both share max sample rate (768 kHz).
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