Loxjie D30 DAC Review - A Jack-of-all-trades

[@DJMikeron]

Got the Loxjie today it’s been running now for 5 Hrs, wow amazing the clarity and sound stage. It works great with my Tannoy Gold Studio Monitors. . The SMSL SU9 just didn’t give me goose bums like this does. The loxjie has so much more detail and clarity . My conclusion is that it depends on your system and speakers you are using plus room acoustics. All I can recommend to people is buy it and try it and see how it behaves with your system. I can’t agree on all you describe . I think are judging it from a very high place. Magic little DAC for the Money . Well built and good Menü with the Remote control. 5 Hrs listening and not tired. I hope they make the D30 with XLR outputs. Keep up the good work.

[@kingtrance6826]

That’s true. A lot of people don’t care for the sound of many DACS that use the ESS chip. It all depends on how it’s implemented etc. but it’s all a matter of taste. Like you say it’s all system dependent and many folks enjoy the smooth sound of DACS using a well implemented AK chip.

[@HiFiGOAudio]

The Loxjie D30 looks incredible!! At its price point it will be increasing the competition for Topping E30 DAC

[@aceofspades6667]

Keep up the great content Sandu! We'll keep growing this channel, I make sure that i always suggest and link your reviews on the various forums I participate on. solid stuff...

[@Soundnews]

Thank you for doing this, appreciate it

[@arwlyx]

I just ordered this as my first DAC because of your review, very budget limited, going to use it with Superlux HD 668Bs and a Denon PMA-560 plugged into some Lompoo LP42s. I gotta say, what a time to get into audio! Cheap goodness all around.

[@Soundnews]

Very good starting point, good sounding unit. If no one told anything about this hobby, I will be first: Sorry about your wallet!

[@Bazerk666]

Another great review. I am really enjoying your work. Will you be testing the Gustard X16 DAC? I would like to hear your thoughts on it.

[@Soundnews]

Thank you, will ask around for a loaner X16

[@ricob2745]

Im hoping you get to review the Gustard X16 DAC soon, it looks very promising. Great reviews as always, your quickly becoming my favorite reviewer.

[@Soundnews]

I will ask around about a loaner

[@ricob2745]

@@Soundnews thanks a lot for the replay I'm holding off on purchasing until I see your review and be sure to include an affiliate link in the review.

[@tysontyson1244]

Thank you for the review! Very thorough analysis of this gear. Subscribed!

[@Soundnews]

Thank you for watching

[@TheNorliss]

Very thorough review, thanks. Quick tip - you need to look at your recording levels as your voice is clipping quite harshly.

[@Soundnews]

I exchanged my camera with a new one and was still learning its preamp settings. Not going to happen in my next videos.

[@kimbalxyz2]

These must have had a big price increase. Price of link and a quick search shows the price $250 about a $100 increase. Not so sure for that price.

[@testek3053]

nice review!

[@nc3419]

Would this dac pair well with the Keces E40? I find the Keces E40 a bit sibilant and sometimes a bit of sharpness in the midrange. Speakers used with the Keces are Triangle Zetas and Focal 807W. Would the Loxjie D30 bring out the best the amp has to offer with classical, jazz, blues, folk and progressive rock (Classic rock and harder usually played in the car)? Or would going up to an SMSL M200 or even a SMSL SU-9 be a better option. I like as much detail/transparency as the Keces E-40 can provide at low to moderate volumes while keeping a still dynamic presentation. I tried an inexpensive Aiyima using an ESS9018K2M and while detailed, it seemed a bit closed in compared to a similar dac using a CS4398 chip, more clinical and had what I think some refer to as glare. Hopefully, the ESS 9038 series chips have dealt with this. So, any recommendations (taken as an opinion so no pressure) as to dacs complementing the Keces E40 appreciated.

[@tigerbalm666]

Missing a SD slot for music files! Wuts the point of BT 5.0 but NO Apt HD???

[@jd5787]

Hi! How would you connect a subwoofer to this? Thank you (I have active speakers and a wharfedale sw150).

[@JM-sn5eb]

For audeze Lcd2c would you choose d30 or a50s+d50s stack? Any chance for loxjie d40 review ?

[@Spedeer2007]

topping E30 or this Loxije? system: Dali Helicon 300, Yaqin MS 30L , music pop, rnb, rock, rap. I love first plan vocals and detailed highs.

[@vadimfearsoff8483]

Hi! I have SMSL Sanskrit 10th MKII, does it make sense to change to Loxjie D30. I listen mainly to rock and metal.

[@Soundnews]

Hi Vadim, It doesn't...it's a side step at best. Plus, D30 is softer sounding, smoother that doesn't bode well with metal. You need a really snappy and fast sounding DAC and that is SMSL SU-9. Check that out, it's more expensive but a whole lot better. It was reviewed here too.

[@ales289]

Hi, thank you for the valuable review. I cant decide between this and Topping E30. I listen to the soul/funk/rnb or electronic music. My speakers are Edifier S2000. Thank you.

[@Soundnews]

Hi, Both are pretty much the same, minor differences. For electronica, a Topping D50S worked better for me.

[@michalislazaratos6928]

This is a very tempting product! How does it compare to the K5 Pro to power the HD600/HD650? Is the sound comparable?

[@mengshilim7364]

There is some complains of the stability/quality of the power supply. Any comments?

[@znailzzz]

Thank you for this review! I'm looking for a entry level DAC/amp combo to drive AKG K712 for my TV for mainly movies and games. Do you think this will do?

[@emilianpredescu3477]

Am I the only one who already has a couple of dacs, so not really interested in reviews or buying anymore, but still come here for Sandu?😀 Don't care about Loxjie (no disrespect), but I love Sandu's videos and personality. Like the good old Schwarzenegger said...I'LL BE BACK!👍

[@aceofspades6667]

same I have two great Dacs but I like to stay informed on the current technology. The price to performance ratio improvement of Dacs over time is quite impressive.

[@jesushuerta9878]

do you reccomend this over smsl su-9 in sound signature if I dont need mqa or balanced outputs?

[@Flavius7]

Fair dac for the price. Beginners should take this into consideration. I personally would still go with a Topping D50 for just a little bit more. More refined. Good review 👍

[@Soundnews]

D50/D50S is considerably sharper sounding. I depends a lot on taste of course :)

[@hsh3710]

is it better than topping MX3? and how the bluetooth works?Sound is good?

[@MetalDetectorYT]

So will you take this over the Topping E30 and L30 stack ?

[@Soundnews]

Of course not

[@MetalDetectorYT]

@@Soundnews Haha . Thanks .

[@turcanuclaudiu2133]

Compared to topping dx3 pro , which is better ?

[@DJMikeron]

Ordered it yesterday :) for my second system with Tannoy Gold. I listen a lot to Jazz and Chill music so it sounds right for me. I will let you know. Thx for the review ,I tested the SMSL SU9 after your review on it. I sent it back ,a. Bit It disappointing the SU9 for my ears.

[@nc3419]

What made it disappointing for you? What are the characteristics you like vs those of the dac? Thanks.

[@Spedeer2007]

did you hear any topping?

[@DJMikeron]

@@Spedeer2007 yes i had the DX7S from a friend it is great but even he said the loxjie sounds better with the Tannoys.

[@DJMikeron]

By the way lixjie belings to Topping

[@DJMikeron]

@@Spedeer2007 loxjie belongs to Topping

[@leonisbacher1772]

How about a hifiman sundara on the D30 ? Would that be ok ? I believe the sundara is not that thirsty for power ? They are stil good planar and a good match in price / quality ratio I think !

[@Soundnews]

Will it drive them? Decent enough. Good enough? Not really. 100mW is too low by planar standards.

[@leonisbacher1772]

@@Soundnews have you even tried the combo or is this pure speculation ? The Sundara is easy to drive at only 32 ohms

[@73split]

@@leonisbacher1772 driving the sundaras is easy, driving them to their full potential takes some power.

[@ΛουκάςΚλαρνέτατζης]

I seriously consider this purchase. The only thing for i have second thoughts is the questionable reliability. My first choice is the Cambridge Audio DacMagic Plus, but ofcourse its almost double the money. So, i guess i am in a dilemma.

[@pogothmcrey9463]

will this amp drive hifimen sundara?

[@pedrocols]

I this DAC can be a great one for older people like me that can really hear much pass 13khz.

[@subcoded]

D30 or Zen Dac?

[@MRFUTURETECHNOLOGYGAMING]

I actually really like the red color but not the pyramid shape

[@krancan25]

Anyone tried it with the Sundaras?

[@NisuUuno]

Red one would be much prettier

[@Soundnews]

We have different tastes, I dislike colors in gear, but like them in my speakers / headphones.

[@LTUGang]

looks beatiful but only 100mw... thats terrible