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SMSL Icon Lightning DAC/Amp for iOS

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SMSL Icon Lightning DAC/Amp for iOS

Name: SMSL Icon Lightning DAC/Amp for iOS
Brand: SMSL
SKU: smsl-icon-lightning-dac-amp-for-ios
Price: 30 USD
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4 (7 reviews)

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Product Description

A simple, inexpensive way to improve the sound quality from your iPhone 7 or another iOS device, the SMSL Icon Lightning DAC/amp is built small to go everywhere you do. The compact housing has an integrated microphone, a metallic gray finish, and asymmetrical beveled edges for a hint of style Read More

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folta

Dec 9, 2016

Why are the headphones connected to the iPhone directly instead of the DAC/Amp in the main photos?

harrisonjr98

170

Dec 9, 2016

foltalol

dprtsk

Dec 8, 2016

Hey Massdrop, Y u no post tech specs on the DAC chip and amp stage? Not all Apple owners are ignorant to technical details. :)

twoonethreeninja

Dec 8, 2016

dprtskthis

kartiksathappan

Nov 28, 2017

Do not recommend. IMO it sounds the same or worse than the simple lightning to 3.5mm cable that you get with any of the new iPhones. So basically this is an expensive and chunky "DAC/Amp" that is worse than a simple adapter that you get for free.

ChadDub

Dec 8, 2016

I use a Fiio K1 with the apple connection kit. No mic or play control, but at least I know that the DAC is good. The lack of specifics here is meh.

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ChadDub

Dec 9, 2016

This: Lightning to USB Camera Adapter
Lightning to USB Camera Adapter
http://store.apple.com/xc/product/MD821AM/A

Stitchpunk

Dec 9, 2016

ChadDubHey man is the K1 a better option than the (i think newer)A1 from Fiio? I'm in the market for an entry level dac for my iPhone.
Edit: Nevermind. I see now the A series are just amps, no DAC functionality.

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Kinggornox

Jan 17, 2017

This had potential to be absolutely amazing. It isn't though; im really disappointed.
for a start, how about better connectors? It keeps disconnecting and needs to be plugged in again constantly.
the app button on it really needs to be customizable to allow users to open their own choice of music player rather than the default SMSL one.
thanks for letting me down SMSL

mfletch

Jan 6, 2017

Wow my iPhone 6s powers headphones better and with more volume than this "amp".

bvolunuev

Jan 6, 2017

mfletchmy thoughts exactly.

bvolunuev

Jan 6, 2017

This thing sucks. I hardly notice any difference in the sound. Just my 2c. The app is horrible and doesn't allow you to run anything streaming through it. If i'm not using the app am I not getting any benefits from this thing?

TfromtheD

Jan 8, 2017

bvolunuevYou don't need to use the app, it appears to "work" with any audio app. But as you've noted, it sucks and there is no benefit no matter what you use. Unless of course your phone was too loud, in which case this thing is perfect. :-)

Fetz

Jan 11, 2017

bvolunuevI'm glad I'm not the only on disappointed with the lack of performance!

ilcg1

144

Dec 8, 2016

If I had not committed to this
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/991035804/accessport-hi-res-audio-amplifier-for-iphone-7-cha/rewards
I would probably buy one.
Accessport (he one in kickstarter) is cheaper, there is Iphone/Android option and has a separate port for charging which is very good. It ships only in March though.

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dprtsk

Dec 8, 2016

A matter of taste I suppose. That being said, I wasn't commenting on anyone's choices, just sharing my impression of the product. To me it's unattractive and boxy. As are most adapters, fwiw.

harrisonjr98

170

Dec 9, 2016

If it can bring 300ohm cans to life through a phone for $29... wow. That'll be awesome.

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Matt.T

594

Buyer

Dec 9, 2016

Hi all, I updated the drop page with information about the Cirrus chip contained in the SMSL Icon (CRD42L42). Further information can be seen here: https://www.cirrus.com/en/pubs/proBulletin/MFi_TB_RevF.pdf

fanclub

Jan 16, 2017

anyone know if any 2-in-1 lightning adapters exist that could be used with devices like this, so that you can charge and listen at the same time?
every single 2-in-1 adapter on ebay only has a single lightning port and one headphone port, whereas we would obviously need one that has 2 lightning ports

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Nickreeps

Sep 30, 2020

As someone who’s gone through multiple cheapo versions and finally spent the money on the Belkin one, it’s worth it. Never had any issues with it after many long commute hours of using it.