With its D400EX DAC, SMSL is back on the scene by adopting two high-end AK4499EX DAC chips and one AK4191 chip from AKM. Associated with very high quality audio circuits and components, the D400EX offers first class performances.
A DAC that is also versatile, providing a complete connectivity and Bluetooth 5.0 reception, covering the vast majority of uses.
MQA & MQA-CD Decoder
With its AK4499EX chips, the D400EX becomes capable of decoding and playing the MQA (Master Quality Authenticated) format. This type of file offers a high sound quality, as close as possible to the original studio recording. Each track is also authenticated by the artist, producer or copyright holder. This type of format is notably used on the Tidal streaming platform. In addition, MQA-CD is also supported, allowing this type of file to be played from a CD player.
High quality components
The whole D400EX benefits from a quality design, using only components specially selected for their performance. It includes a circuit with no less than 9 dual operational amplifiers, the brand's CK-03 clock system for greatly reduced jitter and a regulated low-noise power supply stage.