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Ideal for Audiophiles
These DAC & Amps are designed for discerning music lovers. If audio quality is important to you, a set of DAC & Amps like these would be ideal.
You can expect these DAC & Amps to present you with a refined listening experience. The audio quality exhibited by these DAC & Amps is a beautiful mix of musicality, technical brilliance and high precision.
These DAC & Amps deliver a spacious & open soundstage that makes you feel you are sitting at a live concert. Experience the magic and delve into pure sonic tranquility!
Ideal for
Indoor Use
For Studio & Professionals
As the name implies, anything branded as studio headphones is designed especially for a studio setting with a particular focus on accuracy and transparency for monitoring and mixing.
These headphones present an accurate image of your music than ordinary headphones, allowing you to hear every nuance and aspect of your music. Therefore, having a good set of studio headphones is just as important as any other gear in your studio.
These headphones provide a fresh perspective to that mix you’ve spent hours mastering and recording, essentially giving you another set of ears.
Connect With
USB, Optical & Coaxial
Pair with Laptop via USB
A majority of people use a laptop as the primary source device to listen to music or watch movies. Since the laptop is an essential part of the audio chain there are headphones and devices designed to work a laptop or computer system flawlessly. With the availability of USB connectivity, it becomes easier to pair various devices like an Amp, DAC or even headphones without worrying about drivers or any additional piece of software.
Volume Controls
If your DAC & Amps include volume controls or volume rockers, you can easily change the volume with a button press or volume knob turn.
DAC & Amps that have volume controls make its operation incredibly simple; turn up the volume on your smartphone or your source devices and then change the volume on DAC & Amps to the desired level.
This design feature allows you to have complete control over the desired volume according to your listening preferences.
DESCRIPTION
EQUIPPED WITH THE ES9068AS CHIP FOR THE HI-RES QUALITY AUDIO TRANSMISSION
Topping E50 is the company’s latest desktop DAC in their “E Series” line of products. The E50 comes as a direct upgrade to the highly-acclaimed Topping E30 DAC system with added improvements in every aspect. The E50 comes equipped with a high-performance 32-bit, 2-channel ES9068AS Sabre chip, that provides transparent audio signal decoding achieving ultra-low distortion and high SNR ratings, ensuring Hi-Res sound output. With the help of careful design and adjustments, E50 reduces distortion to as low as 0.00009% and a dynamic range of 126dB, providing you with perfect sound quality.
EMBEDDED WITH XMOS XU216 16 CORE USB RECEIVER FOR HIGH-RESOLUTION AUDIO
Topping E50 is equipped with the latest-generation 16-core XMOS USB signal receiver chip, the XMOS XU216. It provides support for high-resolution PCM 32-Bit/768kHz and native DSD512 decoding support over a USB connection. It also supports full MQA decoding with a USB connection. Enrich your music listening experience with the high-resolution audio transmission.
MQA DECODING WITH THE CAPABILITY TO PLAY DSD AND PCM AUDIO FORMATS
Topping E50 brings support for MQA decoding along with 32-bit/768kHz PCM and native DSD512 decoding support. E50, after capturing the recording, MQA folds the file to make it small enough to stream. This is called ‘Music Origami’ - MQA will playback on any device to deliver higher than CD-Quality. When paired with an MQA decoder, the MQA file reveals the original master recording.
ALL NEW CPLD PROCESSING FOR INCREDIBLE JITTER SUPPRESSION
Topping E50 uses CPLD processing to utilise the clock functions and optimise the digital signal, achieving incredible jitter suppression capabilities. With this new CPLD processing, there is no need for an extra femtosecond crystal or an external clock to reduce the jitter. With reduced jitter, the audio transmitted is artefact free and of the highest quality.
PREAMPLIFIER FUNCTIONS WITH AUTOMATIC ON/OFF FUNCTIONALITY FOR INPUT PORTS
The Topping E50 offers preamplifier functions so you can control the output volume on the remote control included. This function will provide great convenience when connected to a power amplifier or monitor speakers. Topping E50 also comes with an automatic on/off function. With this function, the device automatically turns on and is set to the input where an active signal is found. When no signal is detected for about a minute, the E50 turns off automatically.
SELECTABLE INPUT AND OUTPUT OPTIONS
The E50 supports selectable USB+Coaxial+Optical input modes and RCA+TRS output options. USB input supports formats like DSD512 & PCM768kHz of high-resolution audio. On the E50, the optical and coaxial input not only supports 24bit 192kHz PCM but also supports DoP DSD64 with MQA rendering. E50 offers fully balanced TRS output and single-ended RCA output. You can choose “TRS Only”, “RCA Only” or “TRS+RCA” output to meet different usages in the multiple systems.
NOTE: The TRS output of E50 does not support every adapter to convert to single-ended connection, nor can it be directly connected to headphones.
PLUG AND PLAY SUPPORT ON MULTIPLE PLATFORMS
Topping designed the E50 for compatibility with various devices. E50 offers compatibility with Windows 10, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android. The E50 comes with plug and play support allowing you to connect your device and enjoy high fidelity music, this is convenient and enables users to use the E50 with various devices.
SPECS
| OUTPUT LEVEL | 2Vrms@0dBFS |
| THD+N (A-wt) | <0.00010% @1kHz |
| THD (No-wt 90kBw) | <0.0003% @20-20kHz |
| NOISE | <1.3uVrms @A-wt |
| CROSSTALK | -130dB @1kHz |
| SNR | 124dB @1kHz |
| DYNAMIC RANGE | 124dB @1kHz |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20Hz-20kHz (å±0.1dB) 20Hz-40kHz (å±0.3dB) |
| CHANNEL BALANCE | 0.3 dB |
| OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | 20Ω |
| OUTPUT LEVEL | 4Vrms@0dBFS |
| THD+N (A-wt) | <0.00009% @1kHz |
| THD (No-wt 90kBw) | <0.0003% @20-20kHz |
| NOISE | <2.3uVrms @A-wt |
| CROSSTALK | -139dB @1kHz |
| SNR | 126dB @1kHz |
| DYNAMIC RANGE | 126dB @1kHz |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20Hz-20kHz (å±0.1dB) 20Hz-40kHz (å±0.3dB) |
| CHANNEL BALANCE | 0.3 dB |
| OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | 100Ω |
| PCM | USB :44.1kHz-768kHz 16bit-32bit OPT/COAX : 44.1kHz-192kHz 16bit-24bit |
| DSD (NATIVE) | USB : DSD64-DSD512 |
| DSD (DoP) | USB : DSD64-DSD256 OPT/COAX : DSD64 |
| MQA | USB : MQA Full Decode OPT/COAX : MQA Renderer Decode |
| BOX CONTENTS | 1. TOPPING E50 |
| 2. Remote Control | |
| 3. USB Cable | |
| 4. DC Cable | |
| 5. User Manual | |
| 6. Warranty Card |
| GENERIC NAME | Headphone Amplifier |
| COUNTRY OF ORIGIN | China |
| IMPORTER DETAILS | Importers Name: Ferrari Video Address: 63/18, 1st Main Road, Gandhi Nagar, Chennai - 600020 Contact No: 044-24420733 |
| NET QUANTITY | 1 |
FAQs
What is the warranty on the TOPPING E50?
TOPPING E50 comes with a 1 year warranty on the Amp/DAC and 6 months warranty on the battery.
Where is TOPPING brand based?
TOPPING is a brand based in China.
What are the feature sets?
High-Performance ES9068AS Sabre DAC chipset.
Latest Generation XMOS XU216 16-core USB receiver.
PCM decoding up to 32-Bit/768kHz.
Native DSD512 decoding.
CPLD processing.
THD+N: 0.00009%.
Full MQA decoding support.
Ultra-low noise pre-amp output.
Selectable RCA & TRS output modes.
Remote Control.
Automatic On/Off.
What is the Impedance of TOPPING E50?
TOPPING E50 comes with the impedance of 20Ω for USB SE and 100Ω for USB BAL.
What are the DAC chips incorporated?
The TOPPING E50 comes equipped with a high-performance 32-bit, 2-channel ES9068AS Sabre chip.
What XMOS chip is incorporated in the TOPPING E50?
TOPPING E50 is equipped with the latest-generation 16-core XMOS USB signal receiver chip, the XMOS XU216.
Does it support MQA?
Yes, it does support MQA.
Is TOPPING E50 compatible with Mac/Windows?
TOPPING E50 offers compatibility with Windows 10, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android.
What does the package include?
1. TOPPING E50
2. Remote Control
3. USB Cable
4. DC Cable
5. User Manual
6. Warranty Card
EQUIPPED WITH THE ES9068AS CHIP FOR THE HI-RES QUALITY AUDIO TRANSMISSION
Topping E50 is the company’s latest desktop DAC in their “E Series” line of products. The E50 comes as a direct upgrade to the highly-acclaimed Topping E30 DAC system with added improvements in every aspect. The E50 comes equipped with a high-performance 32-bit, 2-channel ES9068AS Sabre chip, that provides transparent audio signal decoding achieving ultra-low distortion and high SNR ratings, ensuring Hi-Res sound output. With the help of careful design and adjustments, E50 reduces distortion to as low as 0.00009% and a dynamic range of 126dB, providing you with perfect sound quality.
EMBEDDED WITH XMOS XU216 16 CORE USB RECEIVER FOR HIGH-RESOLUTION AUDIO
Topping E50 is equipped with the latest-generation 16-core XMOS USB signal receiver chip, the XMOS XU216. It provides support for high-resolution PCM 32-Bit/768kHz and native DSD512 decoding support over a USB connection. It also supports full MQA decoding with a USB connection. Enrich your music listening experience with the high-resolution audio transmission.
MQA DECODING WITH THE CAPABILITY TO PLAY DSD AND PCM AUDIO FORMATS
Topping E50 brings support for MQA decoding along with 32-bit/768kHz PCM and native DSD512 decoding support. E50, after capturing the recording, MQA folds the file to make it small enough to stream. This is called ‘Music Origami’ - MQA will playback on any device to deliver higher than CD-Quality. When paired with an MQA decoder, the MQA file reveals the original master recording.
ALL NEW CPLD PROCESSING FOR INCREDIBLE JITTER SUPPRESSION
Topping E50 uses CPLD processing to utilise the clock functions and optimise the digital signal, achieving incredible jitter suppression capabilities. With this new CPLD processing, there is no need for an extra femtosecond crystal or an external clock to reduce the jitter. With reduced jitter, the audio transmitted is artefact free and of the highest quality.
PREAMPLIFIER FUNCTIONS WITH AUTOMATIC ON/OFF FUNCTIONALITY FOR INPUT PORTS
The Topping E50 offers preamplifier functions so you can control the output volume on the remote control included. This function will provide great convenience when connected to a power amplifier or monitor speakers. Topping E50 also comes with an automatic on/off function. With this function, the device automatically turns on and is set to the input where an active signal is found. When no signal is detected for about a minute, the E50 turns off automatically.
SELECTABLE INPUT AND OUTPUT OPTIONS
The E50 supports selectable USB+Coaxial+Optical input modes and RCA+TRS output options. USB input supports formats like DSD512 & PCM768kHz of high-resolution audio. On the E50, the optical and coaxial input not only supports 24bit 192kHz PCM but also supports DoP DSD64 with MQA rendering. E50 offers fully balanced TRS output and single-ended RCA output. You can choose “TRS Only”, “RCA Only” or “TRS+RCA” output to meet different usages in the multiple systems.
NOTE: The TRS output of E50 does not support every adapter to convert to single-ended connection, nor can it be directly connected to headphones.
PLUG AND PLAY SUPPORT ON MULTIPLE PLATFORMS
Topping designed the E50 for compatibility with various devices. E50 offers compatibility with Windows 10, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android. The E50 comes with plug and play support allowing you to connect your device and enjoy high fidelity music, this is convenient and enables users to use the E50 with various devices.
| OUTPUT LEVEL | 2Vrms@0dBFS |
| THD+N (A-wt) | <0.00010% @1kHz |
| THD (No-wt 90kBw) | <0.0003% @20-20kHz |
| NOISE | <1.3uVrms @A-wt |
| CROSSTALK | -130dB @1kHz |
| SNR | 124dB @1kHz |
| DYNAMIC RANGE | 124dB @1kHz |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20Hz-20kHz (å±0.1dB) 20Hz-40kHz (å±0.3dB) |
| CHANNEL BALANCE | 0.3 dB |
| OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | 20Ω |
| OUTPUT LEVEL | 4Vrms@0dBFS |
| THD+N (A-wt) | <0.00009% @1kHz |
| THD (No-wt 90kBw) | <0.0003% @20-20kHz |
| NOISE | <2.3uVrms @A-wt |
| CROSSTALK | -139dB @1kHz |
| SNR | 126dB @1kHz |
| DYNAMIC RANGE | 126dB @1kHz |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20Hz-20kHz (å±0.1dB) 20Hz-40kHz (å±0.3dB) |
| CHANNEL BALANCE | 0.3 dB |
| OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | 100Ω |
| PCM | USB :44.1kHz-768kHz 16bit-32bit OPT/COAX : 44.1kHz-192kHz 16bit-24bit |
| DSD (NATIVE) | USB : DSD64-DSD512 |
| DSD (DoP) | USB : DSD64-DSD256 OPT/COAX : DSD64 |
| MQA | USB : MQA Full Decode OPT/COAX : MQA Renderer Decode |
| BOX CONTENTS | 1. TOPPING E50 |
| 2. Remote Control | |
| 3. USB Cable | |
| 4. DC Cable | |
| 5. User Manual | |
| 6. Warranty Card |
| GENERIC NAME | Headphone Amplifier |
| COUNTRY OF ORIGIN | China |
| IMPORTER DETAILS | Importers Name: Ferrari Video Address: 63/18, 1st Main Road, Gandhi Nagar, Chennai - 600020 Contact No: 044-24420733 |
| NET QUANTITY | 1 |
What is the warranty on the TOPPING E50?
TOPPING E50 comes with a 1 year warranty on the Amp/DAC and 6 months warranty on the battery.
Where is TOPPING brand based?
TOPPING is a brand based in China.
What are the feature sets?
High-Performance ES9068AS Sabre DAC chipset.
Latest Generation XMOS XU216 16-core USB receiver.
PCM decoding up to 32-Bit/768kHz.
Native DSD512 decoding.
CPLD processing.
THD+N: 0.00009%.
Full MQA decoding support.
Ultra-low noise pre-amp output.
Selectable RCA & TRS output modes.
Remote Control.
Automatic On/Off.
What is the Impedance of TOPPING E50?
TOPPING E50 comes with the impedance of 20Ω for USB SE and 100Ω for USB BAL.
What are the DAC chips incorporated?
The TOPPING E50 comes equipped with a high-performance 32-bit, 2-channel ES9068AS Sabre chip.
What XMOS chip is incorporated in the TOPPING E50?
TOPPING E50 is equipped with the latest-generation 16-core XMOS USB signal receiver chip, the XMOS XU216.
Does it support MQA?
Yes, it does support MQA.
Is TOPPING E50 compatible with Mac/Windows?
TOPPING E50 offers compatibility with Windows 10, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android.
What does the package include?
1. TOPPING E50
2. Remote Control
3. USB Cable
4. DC Cable
5. User Manual
6. Warranty Card
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TOPPING - E50 comes with a 1 Year warranty
from TOPPING that covers manufacturing defects.
All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.
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"The E50 DAC features better measurements across the board with lower distortion, improved dynamic range and MQA support."
Read MoreThis product is rated 4.8 of 5.0 stars.
It has received 17 reviews.
Customer Reviews
Clean and detailed. Worth it considering the price for this balanced dac. Flawless performance from it's balanced output. I have only tested as a source to powered speakers. The interface is not so straightforward. You really need to take care if you are switching from line out to pre out because there is no separate mode in dac. If you are not careful, full line out signal will go to your power amp/speaker.
Will update once I test with my headphones and IEMs (HE 4XX, HD58X, GL2000, koss kph30i, Shuoer Tape and Blon bl03) using SMSL SP200 THX 888 amp.
Edit: Upon pairing this with SMSL SP200, I realise there is a reduction in soundstage using RCA interconnect compared to XLR interconnect. This can be attributed to a crossfeed of about 10dB in single ended output from E50 dac. Other than this I really have to say this a solid dac, punching way above it's weight at this price point.
It did not wow me like the iFi Zen DAC v2 , the E50 definitely has more detail and clarity but I love the sound signature of the zen dac v2 better. The E50 is in no slouch either, I just prefer the warm sound of the zen dac v2 over the somewhat sharp sound of the E50. Also, I don't think it is worth 22k. It could be because of my amplifier pairing also which is also somewhat bright, hopefully with a new amplifier, it performs more to my liking. As of right now, 4/5 from me.
We appreciate your honest review & ratings, ravin!
I attached the DAC to my Yamaha amplifier & was blown by the separation of musical instruments. Have attached to my RPi streamer acting as a Roon endpoint. I'm quite happy with the setup.
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