A50 III vs SMSL HO100
The HO100's power @ 8ω is 3W against the A50 III's 3.5W, its signal-to-noise 134 dB against 144 dB, and its output impedance 0Ω against 0.2Ω. Both share thd (0.000%).
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The Topping A50 III is a compact desktop headphone amplifier featuring Topping’s NFCA topology, very low distortion, and high output power. It provides three gain settings for use with sensitive IEMs and demanding full-size headphones, along with 6.35 mm single-ended and 4.4 mm balanced headphone outputs. Inputs include RCA single-ended and 6.35 mm TRS balanced connections, and a 12 V trigger supports synchronized power control with compatible equipment. It is suitable for use with DACs such as the Topping D50 III.
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The HO100's power @ 8ω is 3W against the A50 III's 3.5W, its signal-to-noise 134 dB against 144 dB, and its output impedance 0Ω against 0.2Ω. Both share thd (0.000%).
The SH-8S's power @ 8ω is 6W against the A50 III's 3.5W, its signal-to-noise 136 dB against 144 dB, and its output impedance 0Ω against 0.2Ω. Both share thd (0.000%).
The L70's signal-to-noise is 146 dB against the A50 III's 144 dB, its output impedance 0.1Ω against 0.2Ω, and its output voltage 52.0V RMS against 21.0V RMS. Both share thd (0.000%).
The A50s's signal-to-noise is 145 dB against the A50 III's 144 dB and its output impedance 0.1Ω against 0.2Ω. Both share thd (0.000%) and output voltage (21.0V RMS).
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