#donglemadness

[@davidkoh807]

I'm new to your reviews. I read your review on jcally jm04 pro and got one. I didn't like it. It colored my music. Then I gave it another try and got DC03 pro on your recommendation. It is really transparent and doesn't color the sound and has resolution. Your assessment was spot on. The build was excellent too.

[@usmanmansoor1998]

Dear David, are you running ibasso dc03 pro on samsung smartphone? Please specify model. I also want to buy. I'm using samsung a71

[@FardzanRukmana]

ANDY! IM GLAD YOU ARE BACK REVIEWING THOSE DONGLES! Im here just to say thank you, because of your review, i bought the Questyle M12, and very happy to use it

[@AndyAudioVault]

My pleasure! Lol. M12 is an excellent choice for sure 😊

[@FardzanRukmana]

@@AndyAudioVault Thank you once more Andy! Btw, Andy, i have a question. Does the HiBy FC5 detect in-line mic input? And do you consider the FC5 as an upgrade from M12 or merely a sidegrade in terms of its performance? Friend of mine asking me to trade my M12 with his FC5 hehehe

[@AndyAudioVault]

@@FardzanRukmana M12 to me is what I prefer over FC5. I have no idea about MIC functions unfortunately

[@FardzanRukmana]

@@AndyAudioVault thanks heaps Andy... Hopefully you are not bored with our questions related to DAC Dongle

[@mr.nazmir]

Because of this video, I bought DC03pro. Thanks for the review Andy.. gonna rock with my FD11.

[@AndyAudioVault]

Rock on! 😎🤘🏼

[@Severinos1]

Amazing job you are doing Sir. You should have at least 10 times more subscribers now! Thank you for your priceless videos 👌👍🙃

[@AndyAudioVault]

Thank you. I am honoured by your words

[@raviahuja1586]

Thanks a lot for making this video and sharing your thoughts with us. I was on the fence for this dongle. After watching your review and learning so many good things about this dongle, I simply went ahead and ordered it. I can't wait for it to arrive so I can have some fun with it :D

[@AndyAudioVault]

My pleasure :D

[@ikhwan1537]

Hello brother andy,is usb dongle comparable to LG quad dac (seem like you have lg v50 yourself) if so,how low can the price go,any suggestion?thanks in advance🙏🏻

[@AndyAudioVault]

I have owned LG V35 and LG V50, both are Quad DAC of course. While I can say they do sound great, but ultimately they are just a bit brighter and digital sounding to my ears. So if you ask me, in fact many 4 Stars rated dongles are preferable over ant LG quad DAC. Let alone 4.5 and 5 stars rated dongles which offer great balance of sonic performances, technicalities and natural music element. iBasso DC03Pro is the cheapest 5 Star rated dongle now, outright better in every way compared to any LG quad DAC

[@ctrlthecontroller]

What a coincidence! A while ago, before you review came out, I was going through your site, pulling my hair out trying to decide which dongle to buy. Was gonna settle on a DC03 and this model popped up, not much reviews and info at that time but the independent volume control looks handy. Ended up jumping the gun on this dongle, so far so good!

[@gee3883]

This has to be the best dongle channel on KZbin!

[@oppje6188]

Enjoying the channel, used to look through the reviews on the blog. I went for the dc03pro over the shio as I could get it locally.

[@Jenglotto]

Thanks for this detailed review Andy. Mine is otw right now!

[@AndyAudioVault]

Glad it was helpful! 🙏

[@user-po9uq8dh6p]

I already bought DC03 Pro it's worth it.. Thank, Andy ❤️

[@Aa9911aa]

Can it stores app settings in the dongle ??or i have to open app everytime i use it so that i can use settings i did in app??

[@AndyAudioVault]

It will memorize the setting you set until you change it

[@Aa9911aa]

@@AndyAudioVault thanks you so much for answering

[@Sweetaccord]

But what happens in Windows? What if use an emulator in Windows to run the apk to get to the settings?

[@Stylianos.]

Mr. Andy , hello from Greece , i already purchased iBasso DC03 PRO , thanks to your recommendation and i really love the sound with my headset Audiotechnica M50x , my

[@AndyAudioVault]

That's awesome Steven. For speakers? Haha I have never tried that with any dongles except VE Megatron on passive speakers. But active speakers which has amp would work just fine and the DC03Pro will serve as a good DAC Line Out

[@Stylianos.]

@@AndyAudioVault Thank you so much once again Mr. Andy , for your help, i really appreciate it ! Have a great black metal morning !! 🤘🎸

[@AndyAudioVault]

@@Stylianos. 🤘

[@yogeshwaran4993]

Is it working good with Audio technica m50x

[@Stylianos.]

@@yogeshwaran4993 It is but now I have a HiBy FC6 and it's even better

[@thangduonghoang3026]

Nice, many new dongles released this time, I hope you can review them all, such as the new audioengine dac3, quloos hifi mc01/mc01se , E1DA 9038D6K, Tanchjim Space, Ikko ITM02 !!!

[@AndyAudioVault]

Lol, that's my hope too

[@nicko7201]

Thank you Andy for the super detailed and informative presentation on the DC03PRO ❤ Hense due to your explanations and information I have ordered the DCO3 PRO And it is arriving today 😄 Thank so much Andy ☺️

[@AndyAudioVault]

My pleasure!

[@matusjurcik6974]

Hello andy nice review, do you plan to do also aful audio performer 5 and kiwi ears cadenza? (Current iem hypes in the diffrent price tags)

[@AndyAudioVault]

Thanks, I already reviewed the AFUL Performer 5 in Head-Fi, no video though. I will progressively move to YT reviews going forward. Yes I hope to do Cadenza too

[@laszlokiss3578]

hi, thx for the review 😎 would you suggest the DC03 Pro for listening primarily to electronic music and metal on an eq-d Aiaiai TMA-2 Studio? i used it primarily with the E1DA 9038SG3 (until it has been stolen), and loved the combo. or should i buy the M15? is it worth the extra cash outlay? thx

[@AndyAudioVault]

Yes definitely, DC03Pro would suit your needs and more. Can't go wrong with either DC03Pro or M15 as both are 5 Stars performers in my book

[@estinoazell1016]

Great review as always... keep it up !

[@AndyAudioVault]

My pleasure

[@gamertechbroficial]

Como ele se comporta ligado em um computador com Windows? Qual configuração que ele vai assumir, você sabe?

[@AndyAudioVault]

It will work plug and play as a DAC without any need for drivers on Windows 10 and 11. You have full functionality but to change the settings you still need to do it in iBasso UAC App

[@gamertechbroficial]

@@AndyAudioVault Muito obrigado pela atenção, to pra pegar o M1P, dei uma maratonada nos seus vídeos hehehe

[@qpng7737]

Hi Andy, after watching your review i decided to buy the dc03 pro but i still couldn't understand how each filter affect the sound signature. Can you explain it to me?

[@AndyAudioVault]

You must remember that the filter don't act like EQ, they don't alter the sound curve. But what they do is conditioning of sound temperament and even that it is subtle. For example the fast filters works best with natively warm sounding IEMs or headphones, slow filters works best with bright and fast sounding IEMs or headphones, NOS simply means No Over Sampling = do not change anything. So if you have devices that is transparent enough to respond to filters, you will hear that the decays of the sound edge or the pace would be toned accordingly

[@qpng7737]

@@AndyAudioVault i have the moondrop kato which is quite neutral so slow filter would theoretically works better with it than fast filter right?

[@AndyAudioVault]

@@qpng7737 Kato is not exactly neutral but close enough. But yes better use slow filter with it

[@qpng7737]

@@AndyAudioVault ok thanks for your help

[@mrfahri2978]

hey sir have you ever tried creative sxfi amp if so which one do you think is better? have a nice day

[@AndyAudioVault]

Yes I did. DC03Pro is clearly better

[@mrfahri2978]

@AndyAudioVault thankyouu

[@mrfahri2978]

@@AndyAudioVault sirr please i have one question again between epz tp 20 pro, iBasso jr macaron, epz tp 30 which one is the best sir?

[@hacked2733]

Can this drive artti t10?Cause i purchased an 3.5mm version.

[@AndyAudioVault]

Yes of course it can

[@lrvan]

Welcome back Andi, so glad to see you on this apps again! I have a question, and it's not about the sound quality, because you already explained it very details and i truly 100% trust your review. My question is.. What about the weight 😅? Is it safe & lightweight enough to use it while doing activity? (holding the phone or even put the phone to our pocket and walking) ? Or should i just use it only when sitting, put my phone at the table while starring at the awesomeness of the DAC build quality 😅 Big thanks to the so called wireless technologic era, my new phone doesn't have jack 3.5 port now and i'm worried it might break my usb type C port (the only way to charge my phone) if i use it while doing activity.

[@AndyAudioVault]

Thanks!. iBasso DC03Pro is small and compact enough that it does not weigh much at all, which means that I was able to use it portably dangling from my pocket. I do this with even heavier dongles like RU6 and DACport HD, DC03Pro is featherweight in comparison, lol

[@TerraVN]

I've tested one, it's super lightweight and small which can fit everywhere in your pocket

[@AndyAudioVault]

@@vladuk Send an email to iBasso and ask them if there could be issues, my DC03Pro changes from red to green when playing PCM resolution

[@AndyAudioVault]

@@vladuk Green has always been the color for PCM format. I do not use dongles for the led indicators, if you like your led indicators running perfectly, then get iFi Go Bar

[@kramnodbe02d]

Hi Andy! Great review. I'm planning to get this Beyerdynamic dt 770 pro 250ohm, will it be able to drive it as loud as a regular 32ohm dt 770 pro?

[@AndyAudioVault]

Yes it will, just make sure you run on High Gain mode with Slow Filters enabled

[@georgeconner6746]

Yow sir Andy!! Thanks for the great review.. planning to order this now. 💯🔥

[@paoloterzoni7583]

hi Andy, nice to meet you, nice review. I received mine now a week ago and, finally, my old shure E2c sounds correct and dynamic, from your experience with the new se 535 would I have further improvements? keep in mind that I prefer tonal neutrality, it shouldn't be colored......thanks

[@AndyAudioVault]

Thanks Paolo. I personally haven't tried the SE535, but assuming that SE535 has similar sound to E500s which I am familiar, you would find that DC03Pro will bring vibrant energy to it but remain relatively transparent

[@andrew4948]

Hello! What gain level would you reccomend for 50 ohm headphones (sennheiser hd 599) on ibasso dc 03 pro? Thank you in advance for your responce!

[@AndyAudioVault]

Always High Gain

[@richardloh8260]

Hey Andy, great and informative review ! Did you missed the R2R RU6 for typical organic sound ? Is upgrade from previous dc03 to this new pro version obviously audible and it which aspects in yr usual setup? TIA 🙏

[@AndyAudioVault]

Thanks. I use RU6 regularly alongside DACport HD and now DC03Pro. Of course my preference has always been analogue and organic output. DC03Pro on the other hand gives me a bit of dynamic flavoring to the sound indulgence. The old DC03 is already a great sounding dongle, but to my ears it also exhibited tad too much energy for my liking, DC03Pro fixed that with more sensible moderation of energy and euphony level, so yes to me DC03Pro is a marked improvement over DC03, DC04 and DC05

[@Carswatchesandfish]

Hi, thanks for the great review 😊 if similary priced, how does it compare to dragonfly black ?

[@AndyAudioVault]

Regardless of price, without a doubt DC03Pro is superior to Dragonfly Black in every aspect, sound, performance and everything, DC03Pro is on another level

[@Peanutfry]

Hi Andy ! Would you choose dc03 pro over shanling ua3 in terms of organic sound, soundstage, technicalities? Also which one will drive hifiman sundara better

[@AndyAudioVault]

If only limited between DC03Pro and UA3, it is a clear choice for me to pick DC03Pro. UA3 will sound a bit more hard edged and sharp-ish with HiFiMan planars, DC03Pro will be crisp /smooth edged. Technically I feel that DC03Pro is also superior. But you must remember that both UA3 and DC03Pro will have less spacious headroom when driving full sized planars, I would suggest DC04Pro 4.4 BAL instead if you can stretch your budget

[@nsivaraj777]

Have u tried any planar iem. If yes which are ur top 2 picks?

[@AndyAudioVault]

Yes, I have tons of planar IEMs since TIN Hifi P1 days. The very best of them to me is DUNU Talos. And the worst being Moondrop Stellaris. My personal pick would be Talos and P1+, since many others are a bit too bassy with Harman sort of tuning. But really nowadays I prefer the likes of Tanchjim ZERO, SeeAudio Bravery AE, Simgot EM2R and Kinera Idun Golden over any planars

[@Noe-cy5uj]

The most awaited finally appeared, and the results were very surprising five stars.And it the cheapest 5 star. Glad finally donglemadness can continue.

[@kikisara93]

Great review as always. Wish you had showed scores like you did with dc04 pro. Unless I missed it, is the sound the same between the 2 with the only differences being that dc04 pro has more power and a 4.4 balanced output?

[@AndyAudioVault]

If you check my review for DC04Pro, then I explained in details the differences between DC03Pro and DC04Pro. And you can find the scoring there too for DC03Pro

[@shuvroshokaal2629]

Hi bro..thanks for the review..i use dunu kima..i am treble sensitive(specially at 4k and 8k frequency) and slightly bass emphasised sound is preferable to me.but i need clarity and details too...i am using cx pro with kima.but thinking to upgrade..which one will suit more with my kima according to my preference? Dc 03 pro/ap10/ifi go link/shanling UA4.(note: i have no balanced 4.4mm cable)...or will you suggest me to wait and try to take dc04 pro later?you can give any suggestion.. Many many ❤❤❤ from Bangladesh..

[@AndyAudioVault]

Thanks. Based on what you have and your preferences, DUNU Kima is natively on the brighter side and would do well to synergize with Colorfly CDA-M1P or EPZ-TP30, both offering rich velvety smooth sound which is analytical at the same time, they also offer very good 3.5mm SE too. So does Hidizs S9 Pro Plus. DC03Pro and UA4 on the other hand would appear more energetic with dynamic transients and for sensitive people at higher frequencies, this can result in something a bit spicy if paired with something natively bright like Kima

[@shuvroshokaal2629]

@@AndyAudioVault ok bro...i am trying to check the review of those dacs.thanks for the quick reply and your honest opinion..❤️

[@shuvroshokaal2629]

@donglemadnes Andy..i had decided to take hidizs s9 pro plus according to your suggestion...but recently,one of my friends has ordered dc 04 pro..i have also seen your review of this particular product.after seeing that i am thinking to take this..actually it's not that i need boosted bass..i just need the original smooth sound what kima has and don't wanna miss details..actually i was disturbed with the shouty peak of cx pro with the kima.so now,will it be logical to take the 04 pro for the non fatiguing and non shouty sound production if i don't need any coloration... And obviously i fear the word "energetic" in the audio sector.please don't feel bored of my lack of knowledge.. ❤️

[@shuvroshokaal2629]

@@AndyAudioVault friend, will you reply please?

[@nirajjain6772]

I love your reviews andy. Wanted to ask if i should by xduoo link2bal or this dc03 pro...i like analogue sound and timbre kinda which makes you feel the strokes of fingers on guitar strings...i dont have the budget for ru6 ..can you suggest which one is better choice?

[@AndyAudioVault]

For your preferences, then I would recommend Tanchjim Space instead, as noted in my other review video, Space is natural and neutral, organic too and closer to being analogue sounding. It's also on par to Link2 BAL. Thanks!

[@nirajjain6772]

@@AndyAudioVault thanks for the quick reply. I'll look into the space😃

[@nirajjain6772]

@@AndyAudioVault One more thing andy.... I jave the LG g8x. How much improvement in sound quality I'm looking at by buying dc03 pro in general terms? This will be my first dongle dac...

[@AndyAudioVault]

@UCvAFCTf1eHampFPvWf3xdgQ LG Quad DAC is already a very capable audio processor, there's improvement but it also depends on what you connect them to. To me, LG Quad DAC is great but lacking organic/organic timbre (especially after LG V20). DC03Pro is an improvement for richer dynamics and technicalities over LG DACs

[@nirajjain6772]

@@AndyAudioVault Spot on reply andy. I'll buy the dc03 pro right away. Thanks man. Really appreciate your dedication. Thanks for the donglemadness.

[@alpin_mn9985]

Hi Uncle Andy🙏 I would like to ask about the correct settings and things to note when wanting to play original dsd on DC03 Pro, as the dac itself supports dsd 256 but my dac indicator light doesn't show dsd active (blue), but pcm active (green). What is the correct setting for UAPP+Tidal app to play DSD? Thank you.

[@AndyAudioVault]

Have you tried using HIBY Music app and see if it will show the correct color? Use USB Exclusive Mode in HiBy Music App and then play your DSD256. To my knowledge there should not be any special settings

[@alpin_mn9985]

@@AndyAudioVault Wow thank you so much uncle andy for the solution 🙏 Stay healthy and happy uncle

[@lousureta6237]

Nice review Andy!

[@Idea789]

Hello sir, thanks for the detail review! I plan on getting this one. Thing i wanna ask is the setting done in Ibasso uac also applied if we usr PC? I constantly change between PC and phone and my Shanling UA1 has no difference between high/low gain, filter setting, and etc. Thanks

[@AndyAudioVault]

I have heard feedback from iBasso that when connected to PC, DC03Pro will always run High Gain, Turbo and Filter No.1. For now only Android will keep custom settings

[@Idea789]

@@AndyAudioVault thank you so much for the info, sir!

[@Sweetaccord]

​@@AndyAudioVaultI wonder if the can use the app on Windows with an emulator and change them.

[@erkyperky1387]

I'm deciding between this or the fiio ka3. Are they similar in output power? Im using only 3.5.

[@AndyAudioVault]

DC03Pro is more powerful despite similarly rated at 2Vrms to KA3. And I also feel that DC03Pro offers more resolution and energy, just simply better than KA3

[@erkyperky1387]

@@AndyAudioVault ah ok fair enough, thanks. Its strange how specs sometimes dont mean much. The DC03 has 98mW and the KA3 has 130mW. But im guessing thats split into 2 channels?

[@AndyAudioVault]

@@erkyperky1387 They are always 2 channel, L/R and then the shared ground. On BAL design, you will also have L/R grounds as well. And yes, specs sometimes don't tell the whole story. How they are implemented and perform in the rel world is what matters

[@erkyperky1387]

@@AndyAudioVault Fantastic advice thanks!!!! I've just been viewing and also interested in the new Tempotec BHD Pro, same dual chip as DC03 🤔

[@andresmansilla9699]

Hola Andy. Saludos desde chile. Tengo los kz zs10 pro X. Crees que este ibasso sea un buen complemento?

[@AndyAudioVault]

Yes it will work well with ZS10 Pro X

[@MCGurrenlagan]

Great review :D thanks, I am between this and the Moondrop Dawn, which one do you recommend me to get?

[@AndyAudioVault]

DC03Pro of course 😁

[@letsmobiles3396]

Hii Andy, My i ask you, is it good to have both hi-fi and analog type of sound signature, i don't know what the difference between the two, currently i only directly use a phone to listen a music

[@AndyAudioVault]

Hi-Fi sound is emphasis on resolution, clarity, transparency and technicalities, however they could usually ended sounding less organic and natural as well. While being analogue sounding, the focus is more on rich natural organic timbre. A great audio gear can achieve both at the same time, best example would be the reigning champion of #donglemadness, CEntrance DACport HD, it has both. Then Cayin RU6 and Ovidius B1. On the other hand, prime examples of Hi-Fi focus sound would be Questyle M15, L&P W2 or Colorfly CDA M1

[@letsmobiles3396]

@@AndyAudioVault thanks for your reply andy really appreciated, so the centrance dac port hd is the best dongle dac right now? Can do both of these category, that really impressive

[@AndyAudioVault]

@@letsmobiles3396 My pleasure. If you look at my #donglemadness site, the ranking stated there is still updated. So yes DACport HD sets the standard to be beaten, which I think not easy to topple just yet

[@charischandra8894]

Hi sir...may i know what output use for in the aplication ...and what the different between normal and turbo outpout?

[@AndyAudioVault]

Turbo is to be used when you need more power for harder to drive IEMs or headphones

[@charischandra8894]

@@AndyAudioVault and whats the different with gain ?

[@abhik6503]

Excellent review mate. Please consider reviewing Shanling UA3, since it is only modern akm dongle.

[@AndyAudioVault]

Thanks. I already have UA3 lined up for December review. Just follow my site and YT. Cheers

[@abhik6503]

@@AndyAudioVault I missed the website. I thought it is closed. Its good to have it in a new avatar. I hope you can add iFi Go bar to your incoming list. It is fairly powerful enough to compete with Dacport.

[@AndyAudioVault]

@@abhik6503 iFi Go Bar is coming in 2023 😁

[@thesadcow7967]

Sir , need your insight in this , do you think in term of performance , will dc04 pro perform as well as dc 03 pro ? I'm torn between the two. I'm inclined to dc04 pro just because of the balanced option analso offer more power from what I read. Thanks in advance

[@AndyAudioVault]

I would not know until I have a DC04Pro in my hand and do extensive side by side comparisons with DC03Pro. I will not speculate until I have tested them. Hold on a bit more and let's see what the outcome would be

[@shuuji2001]

Hi Andy, when i use 7hz timeless using dc03pr0, do i need to set the gain to high? or medium are enough?

[@AndyAudioVault]

It also depends on your hearing ability, some people need more loudness than others, in my case, Medium is more than enough. Timeless is among the more efficient planar IEMs still. Use Filter No.4 to get more organic balance

[@shuuji2001]

@@AndyAudioVault thank you! may i know whats your average volume when using ibasso dc03 pro on medium gain?

[@AndyAudioVault]

@@shuuji2001 My setup is always volume locked 100% on HIBY Music app and then I rarely go over 1/3 on the DC03Pro. It's not fixed as different recordings have different loudness levels. These things can be varied a lot

[@shuuji2001]

@@AndyAudioVault thank you so much!

[@gee3883]

@donglemadness Thanks for the help here dude, this is such a minefield for a DAC novice like me. Quick question do you think the iBasso DC03Pro would be a good choice to go with a pair of Oppo PM'S, specs for those > Frequency Response: 10 - 50kHz Driver Type: Planar Magnetic Impedance: 26 Ohm. Sensitivity: 102dB/mW cheers

[@AndyAudioVault]

You're welcome. I never tried Oppo PM's. But based on the specs you mentioned, yes DC03Pro has the juice to run it properly and with good dynamics, especially if you run it on USB Exclusive mode in High Gain (just like many other planars)

[@gee3883]

@@AndyAudioVault Hey man thanks ever so much for the rapid response and advice. I am way out of my dept with the tech speak on DAC's but I am a serious music fan and appreciate good kit particularly when i get the best bang for my buck. You have now made up my mind, so i'm gonna pull the trigger on one of these tomorrow. Thanks again dude and greetings from London.

[@AndyAudioVault]

@@gee3883 no worries

[@JackSparrow-d5r]

Thanks friend!..if you think about the sound only..which will be better?ifi go link/dc 03 pro? And why?..forget about the detachable cable and other feature

[@AndyAudioVault]

Sound only? the tuning between GO Link and DC03Pro is like day and night different, GO Link very analog, airy and organic sounding, DC03Pro is modern dynamic sound, crisp and vibrant and colored. How to describe which one better since it is what you perceive as pleasant to your senses that determines the best, to some that analog sound of GO Link is priceless, to some it could be regarded as "warm", and you ask another, some would absolutely loving the dynamism of DC03Pro. I know I am not helping here and I will not say one is absolutely better than the other simply because they are tuned differently. But technical wise, DC03Pro has the upper hand, it resolves better and offer crisper imaging

[@JackSparrow-d5r]

@@AndyAudioVault i have t2 galaxy and dunu kima.i need decently based, clear but fatigue free sound.

[@AndyAudioVault]

@@JackSparrow-d5r Go Link, Hidizs XO and EarFun UA100 is fatigue free

[@Cqiieynlo]

Hello uncle last week i wanna decide to buy dongle dac for my moondrop aria snow and i still can't pick wich one is better ibasso dc03 or epz tp20 if you have another recommend please let me know ❤

[@AndyAudioVault]

Both are great dongles, the difference, TP20 Pro does not have independent volume adjustment and offer less features, DC03Pro has a lot more features. TP20 Pro also has 4.4mm BAL which is good if you already have 4.4mm BAL IEMs

[@kahfi1288]

Greetings. Excuse me if my question sounds silly, but for dongles, all I've been using is Abigail. If I play my music on smartphone/tablet, is it worth it to buy DC03 Pro? A little comparison between them would be very nice. Thank you in advance. 🙂🙂

[@AndyAudioVault]

As much as I love Abigail, I must admit that DC03Pro offers marked improvement overall in terms of sound quality, it is more detailed, resolving, energetic and vibrant. Not forgetting the array of very useful features especially for pairing with Android devices. That independent volume adjustment is simply among the best available now in the market. So yes, DC03Pro is worth it

[@kahfi1288]

@@AndyAudioVault Thank you so much for the detailed answer. I think I will buy it. Anyway, glad you're reviewing dongles again. Welcome back!!

[@ramaidaugirdas]

Hey Andy, here we are again. How are you doig? Andy, is it worth to buy the Ibasso CB18 cable, sound wise? (Compared to the CDA M1P cable)

[@AndyAudioVault]

Hey thanks. I am good. CB18 is 9f course a more refined cable than the stock M1P cable

[@ramaidaugirdas]

@@AndyAudioVault Thank you! Gonna buy it right now!

[@jameslo9642]

A great and thoughtful review. Thanks. What if i just use the dongle without downloading the app. Is it okay?? Thanks again.

[@AndyAudioVault]

My pleasure. And of course you can use DC03Pro directly without the App

[@mrkomis]

Hi! I would like to use this dongle in my car attached to tablet. Do you think it will suck a lot of battery on idle? This is my biggest concern about it.

[@AndyAudioVault]

At this size, DC03Pro is the second best when it comes to power efficiency (17 hours), only outclassed by Truthear Shio (23 hours). All other dongles of similar size and spec would be less as effective. If you need even more than 23 hours, consider using ultra compact dongles like Abigail Pro instead

[@hungletuan8302]

Thanks for your review ♥ I use moondrop blessing 2, do you think this dac would fit well with it, thank you.

[@AndyAudioVault]

You're welcome. Yes for B2, DC03Pro would synergize well. It is very versatile

[@hungletuan8302]

@@AndyAudioVault thank you! I have a few more things to ask, hopefully you can help me with these questions: 1. What do you mean by analog sounding ? Does it lean more on the instrumentals side? 2. I usually listen to J-Pop, Rock and some Math Rock lately, which is very focused on the drum and guitar. Between RU6 and DC03 Pro, which one do you think would suit me better, and why is it? 3. Is DC03 Pro better than built-in quad DAC in LG phones?

[@AndyAudioVault]

@@hungletuan8302 Analogue sound means they are not digital in timbre characteristics, it is natural and organic. DC03Pro as I mentioned is focused on modern sound (which means they are sharper sounding). DC03Pro would suit your music type better. Yes DC03Pro is better than LG phones quad DACs (I have LG V35 and V50). Hope this helps

[@hungletuan8302]

@@AndyAudioVault many many thanks!!

[@Psynani]

Hi Andy! Thanks for the review and all the work. Ive been trying to decide between the iBasso DC03Pro and the Truthear SHIO. They're both priced the same and both have great reviews. Please helps me decide which one to go for between these two. Thanks!

[@AndyAudioVault]

No worries. Between SHIO and DC03Pro, I will always prefer DC03Pro, which I think is a better dongle overall

[@Psynani]

@@AndyAudioVault Wow, thank you so much for your fast reply! Placed an order for the DC03pro as soon as I read your reply. Bless you!

[@BornIntoThis20]

@@AndyAudioVault Even now that Shio has independant volume control with FW update? Sound wise what makes you prefer it over Shio? Is there some music genres where you prefer Shio presentation more than DC03 pro? My thought was a more neutral, relaxed presentation would be better suited for some classical, acoustic, jazz genres and a more vibrant and energetic one more for electronic, hip hop, metal etc. but maybe that's not as revelant as personal preferences alone.

[@AndyAudioVault]

@@BornIntoThis20 I always prefer DC03Pro over most others because the way it handle dynamic transients and energy. It is punchy and vibrant (means also a bit more colored) yet never offensive with euphonic sense of aggression (like the old DC03). But if I want something neutral and transparent, then there's iBasso DC04Pro which to me is one of the best Delta Sigma DAC now in dongle form factor and DC04pro has good sense of analog sound while at it. So I will choose DC04Pro over SHIO every time

[@BornIntoThis20]

@@AndyAudioVault Thanks for your answer, and for your reviews btw! I think I would prefer neutral, transparent, relaxed for some classical, jazz and acoustic stuffs (so DC04 pro / Space / Shio here I guess?) and get more vibrancy, energy and punch for electronic, rock and other modern genres (DC03 pro?) Might have to end trying them both to judge anyway, because of you hehe. It's really different to the point it makes sense to have both with the same dac chip? I'm really curious about DC03 pro being energic and all yet not fatiguing. Is there some music genres where you clearly prefer a more neutral presentation rather than vibrant/energic yourself or it's more according to the mood? I just know you seems to like metal!

[@charischandra8894]

Hi sir if my iem with sub-bass-boosted neutral tunin...what digital filter u recommend??

[@AndyAudioVault]

Really this is something you need to try for yourself and decide if you can hear audible enough differences between filters, because some IEMs respond well to filters, some don't

[@charischandra8894]

@@AndyAudioVault thx sir for ur answer 🙂

[@dickysoeliantoro5576]

Hi Andi, very nice review. one question in my mind, against moondrop dawn pro, which one would you choose?

[@AndyAudioVault]

Before I can choose, I need to understand what do they offer that makes them different. And the difference is, DC03Pro offers highly dynamic, vibrant and colored sound done expertly, DAWN Pro on the other hand, focuses on transparency and neutrality. I will make my decisions on those factors, which one appeals best to my taste and preferences? do I like enhanced sound or do I like uncolored neutrality? both are excellent as they are

[@georgeleesoonhuat1394]

Hi Andy, a good and detail review. Can i used the iBasso DC03pro for my wireless headphone Sony WH1000XM5?

[@AndyAudioVault]

Thanks. DC03Pro can't work with wireless BT headphones unfortunately

[@georgeleesoonhuat1394]

@@AndyAudioVault can u suggest any DAC which I could take advantage of the 3.5mm headphone jack included with the Sony headphone? TQ

[@georgeleesoonhuat1394]

Hi Andy did u review the Fiio BTR7 DAC?

[@MrSuff7x]

Is it tottaly wrong to use ibasso dc 03 pro for running sony xp-500 or xb43 ? Is it wrong to use so? Because i do it all the times 😂( i have 3 phone with a great dac: axon 7, axon 10 pro and rog 6) they all have a slightly different sound and now the sound changes even more (and louder) thanks to ibasso dc03 pro my game improved even more due to ibasso's 5 different music profile :D i also just bought a fiio ka11 and its on the way... In the close future i am also thinking to buy a tanchjim space so to try a more organic sound . Thanks for your educational videos you really rock!

[@AndyAudioVault]

No worries. Enjoy your music!

[@paijorich9437]

Hi. Compare to shanling UA2 or Ibasso dc03 pro, how is the sound? really like UA2 sound details but I dont need ballanced port yet. Ps : i only tried UA2 before.

[@AndyAudioVault]

UA2 can be considered as warm sounding. DC03pro offers a bit more of energy and resolution. I would say DC03Pro is an upgrade over UA2

[@nickyusi5557]

Why does the Ibasso UAC app only shows volume control when my DC04 is connected? Is that feature only exclusive to the DC03?

[@AndyAudioVault]

You mean the old DC04? I have no idea why, internally DC04 is practically the same as DC03, you may want to ask this question to iBasso directly

[@dauscoc3512]

Complete and very clear review and information. Love your channel. Auto sub.

[@hamsteakable]

Incredible in depth review and well presented. I just bought one of these and while the sound is amazing the USB C connector on mines has a lot of play/wiggle/movement on it. I have tried with other cables and get the same issue. Does yours do this? Appreciate your advice. Thanks

[@AndyAudioVault]

Thanks!. Unfortunately, I must agree with you that iBasso dongles (both DC03pro and DC04Pro) have tendency to develop that wriggle over time. It was not apparent at first but now I am seeing it. Changing to different cables does not solve the issue. This has been highlighted to iBasso and I do hope the newer ones will address it properly

[@hamsteakable]

@@AndyAudioVault thanks for your quick and honest answer. Mine is only a day old so wasn't sure if it was fairly or not. It still works and the sound is top notch. I love it

[@narenap]

@AndyAudioVault Hi, I would like to know how much of a difference this iBasso would make over 7hz 71 for an IEM alone?

[@AndyAudioVault]

You would notice that DC03Pro will be a bit more resolving and fluid with the way it handles dynamics presentation. 71 is markedly crisp, but will appear slightly edgy as well, while DC03Pro will have a bit of smoothness. But also consider the fact that DC03Pro is less neutral to 71

[@narenap]

​@@AndyAudioVault Thank you for that response. Your work in dongles is extraordinary. I'm a newbie, just starting to appreciate the nuances of hifi audio. Just got apple music for lossless and a final e3000 to begin with. I'm leaning towards 7hz 71 and hope the pairing works well🤞

[@enriqueism]

Hi, thanks for the video. Im looking for a dongle dac capable to move a S12 PRO or 7Hz Timeless or Dioko. This Ibasso could do it? or I need to look other options like Fiio KA3, Shanling UA2 even Jcally AP90? Thanks for your time reading this.

[@AndyAudioVault]

DC03Pro is a 5 Stars rated dongle compared to the rest of the dongles you mentioned, and rightfully so it is also the best among them. All the IEMs you mentioned, I have all of them and DC03Pro suits them perfectly

[@Solartico]

Mine is coming! Was improvement via adding cb18 measurable?

[@AndyAudioVault]

Measurable? No I didn't have any sort of sound measurement tools

[@TheJocafer]

is the dongle efffect noticeable when uding spotify instead of hiby?

[@AndyAudioVault]

Spotify is running on 256-320 Kbps lossy streaming format so it will always be not as good as Lossless FLAC or WAVE files played on HiBy Music or UAPP or any locally installed Audio Players that uses Bitperfect mode

[@AkiraKrus]

Greetings Andy,i just recently found your site and yt ,it's a very good information,rn i'm deciding if i should get xduoo link 2 bal,Tanchjim space or DC03 pro for my headphone, i hear pretty much everything but primary i mostly hear phonk,rock,pop,lo-fi, which dongle fits the best for me ? Thank you very much and have a great day Andy.

[@AndyAudioVault]

Thank You!🙏 Get DC03Pro 😁

[@AkiraKrus]

@@AndyAudioVault a bit of a noob question but i want to ask,is 4.4mm balanced better than 3.5mm unbalanced output or it depends ? I'm not sure which is better than which,i do know that 4.4mm can gain more power output 🤔 This is my first time getting a dongle / dac-amp actually and i would like to use it long term,kinda tempting with link 2 bal because it has 2 output ,mind enlightened me ? Thank you Andy 😅

[@AndyAudioVault]

@@AkiraKrus NO, 4.4mm does not mean they are better, the implementation of sound is more relevant and regardless if they are 3.5mm, 2.5mm or 4.4mm, they can sound equally bad if not implemented properly. I have heard many 4.4mm dongles which even has super amount of power yet they are underwhelming with sound qualities. Just have a look at my other 5 Stars dongles, CEntrance DACport HD sits strong at No.1 until today and it is pure 3.5mm, so does Ovidius B1 (just 3.5mm). So don't get disillusioned that 4.4mm will always mean they are better. Cheers

[@AkiraKrus]

@@AndyAudioVault ah ok i see now,thank you for telling me ,i understand ,i'll get dc03 pro then ,have a great day Andy 🥰

[@AndyAudioVault]

@@AkiraKrus My pleasure 🙏

[@fayyadrahman7947]

Great review! I would like to hear your opinion for DC03 pro vs DC05 because I can't decide between which one to pick.

[@AndyAudioVault]

Thanks! DC05 is even more colored and slightly more energetic compared to DC03Pro, but it has MQA and DC03Pro doesn't. DC05 doesn't have dedicated independent volume adjustment so it is something that I dislike personally. The overall of sound presentation, I would say DC03Pro is a better unit

[@Walfita-be4rj]

Bro ignoring the volume buttons implementation, what would be better, jcally ap10 or sonata e44?

[@AndyAudioVault]

Between just AP10 and E44, first the tuning is different. E44 is markedly more energetic and crispy, colored too. AP10 is more transparent, smoother and neutral with no frequency boost. If you have IEMs or Headphones which are natively bright sounding, use AP10, if you have something warmer and slower, use E44 - then you will get proper synergy

[@Walfita-be4rj]

@@AndyAudioVault I see!, thank you very much man, I appreciate it a lot that you always take time to answer everything, I hope you have a great day

[@AndyAudioVault]

@@Walfita-be4rj My pleasure, you have a great day too there

[@PL-ri3bz]

Hi Andy, another question regarding this and using on windows. If I connect to my android phone first off and use the UAC app to set all the gain, filter settings etc on the dongle THEN disconnect from my phone and plug into my windows PC will it remember the settings and play those settings through windows? As you can't get the UAC app from iBasso on windows (yet)

[@AndyAudioVault]

Good question. I will need to test this extensively and speak to iBasso the confirm if that is the case. The problem is I almost very rarely use dongles on PC because I prefer the more portable Android hosts

[@PL-ri3bz]

I would hope it remembers the settings as if you unplugged the dongle from your phone and plugged it back in again that would make sense, only way to know would be to plug it into the PC as a plug n play set volume listen then plug it into the phone set gain or balance on the UAC app plug back into PC and listen to any changes

[@afriandwiputra2099]

How about use this dac to my tangzhu wan er? Is this good choice or not? Just prefer with sound like neutral only and have warm characteristic (not much bass boosted) because not basshead user. Thanks before

[@AndyAudioVault]

DC03Pro is a bit colored. If neutral what you looking for then get DC04Pro or at least Abigail Pro

[@afriandwiputra2099]

@@AndyAudioVault @donglemadness thanks for replied Andy.. Btw yesterday i bought dc03 pro in marketplace n still waiting dac come to my home. After saw several reviews in many forums, many user just told if dc03 have bit more colorful, well balanced, bit warm,smooth and have defined tonal balance. So i decided bought this. With that price i think no worries in any conditions. Many thanks to u Andy bcuz i watched ur videoa before so i search many recommendation dac budget in any forums 👍👏

[@nathanielsiekiatwong66]

May I check which option of digital filter do you normally use? What would you recommend for pop and classical genre? Thank you.

[@AndyAudioVault]

This sort of selection ultimately depends on what IEMs/Headphones you use, and also only your own ears can tell you what's pleasing to your senses. For me, I always use Filter No 4 for my neutral bright IEMs and No.5 (NOS) for the rest, because they sounded proper to my ears. You must experiment to see which one works for you

[@nathanielsiekiatwong66]

@@AndyAudioVault Thank you for the prompt response. May I check between Moondrop Chu and Tanchjim Zero, which one would you recommend for details and soundstage? Thank you.

[@AndyAudioVault]

@@nathanielsiekiatwong66 Tanchjim ZERO all the way. My personal favorite and the IEM that I use more than any other IEMs. Wide open sound

[@letsmobiles3396]

Is it good if have ibasso dc03 pro and ovidius b1 to complement each other for different sound signature?

[@AndyAudioVault]

Yes they are tuned differently, so they complement each other

[@ixxispinner7374]

Hi andy, I heard that the ibasso uac app does not exist in ios, and the default setting ios user get is digital Filter 1, high gain and turbo. Any workaround about this? Thanks

[@AndyAudioVault]

That's what I heard too. I wish I know what to say but I have stopped using iPhones since 2021, so I have no idea if there's a workaround for this

[@ixxispinner7374]

@@AndyAudioVault thanks for your reply. I wonder if dc03 store the app setting in its device, maybe I could borrow android device to adjust the settings and put it on an iphone with the same setting.

[@1999natum]

¿What do you think is a better chouce for most people ibasso dc 03 pro or moondrop dawn pro? Thanks!!

[@AndyAudioVault]

Different tuning between those two, not a question of which one better. DC03Pro is vibrant and colored, energetic and highly technical while DAWN Pro is flatter neutral, transparent and wide open sounding. What you prefer more will determine which one you like the most

[@zuri_ortiz]

Hello Andy, it's me again 😅. I decided to go for the ibasso. I'd like to ask something, I apologize for ignorance. When I connect the DAC to the pc, it takes control over reproduction automatically or I need any extra step?

[@AndyAudioVault]

Whenever you connect an external DAC to a PC or Android or iPhones, the entire audio processing will be handled by the external DAC and most of the time the native USB drivers will work straight away, no need to do anything especially on Windows. That's for basic usage. But if you want to push for DSD and beyond, then you will need to install specific iBasso drivers then complemented with ASIO and compatible players. But if you are just playing PCM formats (like the majority of us do), PNP and you good to go

[@zuri_ortiz]

Excellent, it's good to know that! Now I'll be just waiting for the dac to arrive and thank you for the recommendation too !

[@nilimachakraborty]

Which digital filter and gain should I use for Blon BL03?

[@AndyAudioVault]

For a slow and thick sounding IEM like BL-03, use Fast filters, don't use No.4 or 5. You need to experiment as well, only what your ears telling you matters

[@tym2killsum122]

Is getting this an overkill for driving dual dynamic driver IEMs like Truthear Zero or QKZ X HBB Khan? Or should go for something that is more cheaper than this ?

[@AndyAudioVault]

Not overkill. DC03Pro is a 5 star rated dongle because it works amazingly well with efficient IEMs as does the heavier stuffs

[@Johnson-g5q]

Hi, Andy. I just bought ibasso CB18 cable and I found that it was only working in one direction when plugged in my iPad Pro (if I plug it in the other direction there will be no signal). Is it normal?

[@AndyAudioVault]

Yes that is normal. All audio specific USB cable need to be attached in a proper alignment for it to work

[@hariramv7764]

Nice to see you here...sad when you closed the website...thanks again for Ovidius B1. Would like to share my recent find...I found Neutron paid player app with two unique features..64 bit processing and pcm to dsd...this blew me away for mp3 files played as dsd on my Tempotec hd pro dongle and pairing with bl03 is amazing...not reaching out to my S12 lately. I slaped sonata bhd firmware on my HD pro and they rock with Neutron player...cheers.

[@AndyAudioVault]

Thank You, my primary site DongleMadness has actually been rebooted to stage both KZbin and Facebook contents, check them out. Cheers

[@hariramv7764]

@@AndyAudioVault oh great will check..thanks Andy

[@dhonzlimlingan0118]

hello, digital filter "NOS" meaning Original vocals?

[@AndyAudioVault]

NOS = No Over Sampling - no resampling alteration or modification to the sound output

[@davido7881]

Hi andy, curious if this thing can properly drive the dt880 600 ohm ?

[@AndyAudioVault]

I wouldn't be able to confirm that as I no longer have DT880 600 ohm. I would say that some like 4 Vrms DC04Pro would be a safer option with DT880

[@emmanuelsy1382]

Hi Andy which has a bigger soundstage, dco3 pro or moondrop dawn pro

[@AndyAudioVault]

For soundstage width, DAWN Pro is wider sounding, DC03Pro is more frontal

[@emmanuelsy1382]

@@AndyAudioVault thanks for the reply, big help

[@tiny_a_dog5721]

What dongle would you recommend for Sennheiser HD560S? Considering the Tempotec Sonata HD Pro but not sure since I'm new to all of this. My budget is about $50 usd

[@AndyAudioVault]

At the very minimum, get 7Hz 71. But push it a bit more and get this DC03Pro and you don't have to worry about upgrading for a very very long time. That's what I would do

[@noweanji]

you recommend this product eversolo h1 or h2 which better?

[@AndyAudioVault]

Hard to say, I never had the opportunity to try Eversolo

[@noweanji]

@AndyAudioVault So what can you suggest that is price-performance oriented? for use on a mobile device.

[@rahulbanerjee6652]

hello Andy Sir. I wanted to ask you that i have the moondrop dawn 4.4 version. It seems it has the same dac chips as this. Do you think the DC03 pro provides significantly better potential on the table with the same configuration. My stable- Aful, t3+, kanas pro.

[@AndyAudioVault]

I have Dawn 4.4 in my hands and I will say this upfront, the sound tuning for Dawn and DC03Pro is practically similar. So moving to DC03Pro should only be applicable if you want much better features of being able to have refined volume adjustment, filters and gain control. Also not forgetting the much more efficient power drain from the DC03Pro

[@rahulbanerjee6652]

@@AndyAudioVault Thank you Andy sir. We all love your transparency . This is so because you did a great detailed review of DC03 pro gave it 5/5 which to me is equivalent to the word 'magic' and yet here you plainly and i may add boldly clarify that the sonic footprint is equivalent sans the refinement on the app which moondrop clearly has taken us granted for nowadays for their newly incrementally improvised products. Thank you again Andy Sir.

[@fioreinforma-pilates-bisceglie]

I sent back Moondrop dawn for incompatibility with my Motorola g82 on qobuz strange sound and noise appeared in the tracks.. so pay attention

[@andresvr8357]

Wich doongle dacs do You consider warm and smoothed for 50 and 100$?

[@AndyAudioVault]

If you looking for warm velvety sounding dongles, look for iFi Go Link or Hidizs XO

[@kennethlourisombrog2149]

My DC03 Pro just stay on standby red light. Do you know how to reprogram this unit? Any troubleshooting?

[@AndyAudioVault]

Does this happen as well when connected to a different phone or PC? do you have iBasso UAC app to check what is the effective settings? does it still emit sound like normal?

[@Sweetaccord]

It's supposed to be red when in standby. Nothing is wrong.

[@vishalpankaj5698]

Great review. ibasso dc03 pro or moondrop dawn pro? Which one has good sound quality?

[@AndyAudioVault]

Depends on your taste. DAWN Pro is more neutral, DC03Pro as mentioned in this review is a bit more energetic and colored. Technically DC03Pro is a bit more resolving and dynamic too

[@dani170d]

How well does it pair with the heyday ?

[@AndyAudioVault]

Like a dream. Energetic yet smooth

[@Hbomb22Kaboom]

Excellent in-depth review. Thank you!

[@AndyAudioVault]

My pleasure 🙏

[@piyushanand5643]

Is it necessary to upgrade to that cb18 cable ?? , I dont really have the budget for the extra cable , does it hinder the performance?

[@AndyAudioVault]

The stock iBasso cable is already very well built and offer clean sound. Only if you wish to push it further to the max, especially if you have highly resolving IEMs, then the upgrade to CB18 is something you can consider

[@BornIntoThis20]

@@AndyAudioVault Do you think S12 pro would be resolving enough to get any benefit from the cable upgrade?

[@AndyAudioVault]

@@BornIntoThis20 Should be

[@shahkhan110]

nice review man....hiby app over UAPP, any specific reasons?

[@AndyAudioVault]

HiBy more stable and simpler 😜

[@destiny0836]

When I plug in the dc03 to my phone the right side doesnt play a sound how to fix?

[@AndyAudioVault]

You mean you plugged DC03Pro to your phone and just the right side no sound? easy way to test is to plug your DC03Pro to another phone or PC and see if there's same issue. Also try other IEMs too, if it is persistent, I'd say you should claim warranty

[@pierrecurie5188]

Would this (DC03 Pro) be comparable to the new Moondrop Dawn Pro, given similar internals?

[@AndyAudioVault]

I will know after I teste them, once I got my Dawn Pro

[@ramaidaugirdas]

This CB18 cable is good for other dongles, right? I am willing to buy one for my CDA M1P

[@AndyAudioVault]

Yes it is. I use it with other dongles too

[@ramaidaugirdas]

@@AndyAudioVault This was the last thing I wanted to know before buying it. Thank you again, mate!

[@jayraisinghani2529]

Hey andy, how are you. I am looking for a portable DAC for tin t3 +. I want something that doesnt alter the natural sound signature of t3+, i just want wider soundstage, more detail retrieval and a little bit of treble air. Budget is under 70USD

[@jayraisinghani2529]

Another thing i would like to ask that, should i switch to a balanced 4.4 or 2.5 mm cable, and switch to a dac that has a balanced port? If that makes significant difference?

[@AndyAudioVault]

I am good thanks. At the very minimum, you can get NotByVe Abigail. T3+ is efficient enough to run in full potential with Abigail

[@AndyAudioVault]

BAL is not an absolute must for quality. You would notice that at least 3 out of 6 #donglemadness 5 Stars performers are on 3.5mm SE only. So, just decide on which dongle you want first and then decide if you need BAL cable to match it

[@jayraisinghani2529]

@@AndyAudioVault i was thinking about 7hz 71. After reading your review.

[@ramaidaugirdas]

Hey again, Andy. How u doing? Mate, can you tell me about Fiio KA3, it it more clinical than DC03 Pro? In that organic scale from 1 (digital) to 10 (organic), how those two would match? Is KA3 so much digital like 9038 E1DA or is it more or less like DC03 Pro?

[@AndyAudioVault]

I am doing great. Thanks. Between KA3 and DC03Pro, to me DC03Pro is a better unit overall. However, DC03Pro sound is something I consider more of a modern sound with hint of coloration throughout the entire frequency range and KA3 a bit more neutral. Technically DC03Pro is superior. E1DA 9038 with Fast Filter sounds a lot more digital than both KA3 and DC03pro

[@ramaidaugirdas]

@@AndyAudioVault Oh, I see! Then I'll pass the KA3. I want something different from what I have. I want to try something clinical. So maybe 9038 E1DA or there is something else? (Digital sound)

[@saswatachakraborty5840]

The type-c connector on my DC03Pro seems lose. It wobbles when I connect a type-C cable. Is it normal?

[@AndyAudioVault]

It should fit snugly. Which means your USB jack may have been accidentally bent