Big 6 vs Big 7
The Big 7's max sample rate is 384 kHz against the Big 6's 385 kHz and its width 450 mm against 430 mm. Both share dsd support (DSD128) and height (130 mm).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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The LampizatOr Big 6 DAC, also known as the Fikus DAC, is a fully dual mono design with no electrolytic capacitors, utilizing 6SN7 output tubes and 6x5 rectifiers along with Duelund cast capacitors. It features a tube power supply and tube analog stage, premium capacitors, and supports PCM conversion up to 385 kHz and DSD128x engine. It includes AES/EBU and SPDIF digital inputs. The Big 6 is known for its natural and clean timbre, deep bass, pure trebles, and detailed soundstage. It is a single-ended triode design with tube rectification and offers a very musical and transparent sound signature. The DAC is a part of LampizatOr's Gen 4 series and is highly regarded for its build quality and sonic performance. It does not have a volume control option and uses high-quality Soviet and Czech tubes such as 6N1P and ECC88. The Big 6 is no longer manufactured and has been replaced by newer models in the LampizatOr lineup.
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Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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