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SMSL T1 DAC/Tube Amp
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SMSL T1 DAC/Tube Amp
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The SMSL T1 combines two discrete, independent components into one unit: a DAC on the bottom and a hybrid tube amp on the top. Along with USB PCM support for up to 32 bit/384 kHz, it provides DSD playback support up to 22.6 MHz Read More
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keyboard_arrow_downRayF
22220
Aug 21, 2018
Wonder if I can replace that wimpy-looking tube with something a little more "manly"?
coffeeshopcoder
281
Oct 11, 2018
Can someone help me here ?
Is this or the MassDrop O2+SDAC better ?
I plan to pair it with a HE4XX and (possibly) a Messe 99
Eli35
653
Dec 17, 2018
I'll think about it, but I already have some upgraded NOS tubes which, by the way, have no hum at all.
Paraglider
67
Dec 17, 2018
Eli35Usually the best way to find a tube is to try it in your gear. They are all unique, even from the same manufacturer in the same lot #. Most tubes should not have any hum at all. Looking for DV or T1 replacements? DV replace the 6SN7 1st until you are happy, you could even try 6SL7s with more gain and less heater current without worry. The sound is always subjective! ;^)
laksh
24
Oct 11, 2018
One_Eyed_JackalA lot of people seem to have this question.
The answer would be "depends on your definition of well". It will drive the 6xx to enjoyable levels (70-100 db) without a problem. It will not drive the 6xx (rated at 97 db SPL at 1mW) to the threshold of pain i.e 120db before clipping (their specs say 42mW at 300 Ohms while keeping the THD+N <= 0.1%) but why would you ever want to listen to music at that level? Around 10-20mW of power is sufficient for *most* human beings to enjoy their music on the 6xx.
This is good enough for you but probably not good enough for your cat.
The answer would be "depends on your definition of well". It will drive the 6xx to enjoyable levels (70-100 db) without a problem. It will not drive the 6xx (rated at 97 db SPL at 1mW) to the threshold of pain i.e 120db before clipping (their specs say 42mW at 300 Ohms while keeping the THD+N <= 0.1%) but why would you ever want to listen to music at that level? Around 10-20mW of power is sufficient for *most* human beings to enjoy their music on the 6xx.
This is good enough for you but probably not good enough for your cat.
One_Eyed_Jackal
150
Oct 11, 2018
rslatara
287
Aug 4, 2018
Can someone do a review after they get it and make sure and plop a NOS Mullard or something as good as it.
Paraglider
67
Dec 13, 2018
rslataraSounds excellent! Want to find out yourself? See my post offering High Quality replacement tubes at reasonable prices guaranteed! I got what you need, paul1453@gmail.com
ryanaeh
125
Jun 23, 2018
I have one, pretty nice little unit. Don't know what the stock tube is, but it sounds quite nice. Lots of I/O options. I especially like that there's a DAC out that bypasses the tube and a pre out that is buffered by the tube.
Unlike some other combo units, when you turn this off the DAC powers off. That was fine with Windows, but Volumio on my RPi didn't like that so much, and I'm not about to leave a tube on all the time.
I'll also note that while the power output noted in the specs seems awfully low, it can drive my HE400, 4XX and TH-X00 PH easily. I have not tried my T-X0 with it, but I don't foresee any issues there, nor do I have any high impedance cans to try with it.
Unlike some other combo units, when you turn this off the DAC powers off. That was fine with Windows, but Volumio on my RPi didn't like that so much, and I'm not about to leave a tube on all the time.
I'll also note that while the power output noted in the specs seems awfully low, it can drive my HE400, 4XX and TH-X00 PH easily. I have not tried my T-X0 with it, but I don't foresee any issues there, nor do I have any high impedance cans to try with it.
horseman612
31
Jul 10, 2018
No worries at all, thanks for doing that - still plenty of time to get or build a LPS before MD gets these shipped =]
oldgearhead
233
Aug 7, 2016
seems to be a chinese 6n11 tube
I got the 6n11 tube from this ad: http://www.ebay.com/itm/SMSL-T1-DAC-Tube-Headphone-Amplifier-DSD512-384kHz-32Bit-USB-OPT-COAX-RCA-NEW-/201629193386
However, since most other ads/descriptions of this amp do not include a tube designation, it could be that the manufacturer uses whatever sort of compatible tubes are on hand.
And yes, several of the ads do have the clogged bile duct description in them. YUCK.
I got the 6n11 tube from this ad: http://www.ebay.com/itm/SMSL-T1-DAC-Tube-Headphone-Amplifier-DSD512-384kHz-32Bit-USB-OPT-COAX-RCA-NEW-/201629193386
However, since most other ads/descriptions of this amp do not include a tube designation, it could be that the manufacturer uses whatever sort of compatible tubes are on hand.
And yes, several of the ads do have the clogged bile duct description in them. YUCK.
plainbriny
14
Aug 9, 2016
oldgearheadbased on the pictures on their taobao store, it's a Russian Electro Harmonix, but I can't find the type of the tube.
The Chinese words in place of "6n11" in the ebay picture means "gives you details"
https://world.taobao.com/item/524246139099.htm?fromSite=main&spm=686.1000925.0.0.K1ZuUu
As for the "bile duct" thing, apparently someone just think "膽管" is fashionable (perhaps because this terms originated from Hong Kong) and never studied biology. The formal name for tube in Chinese should be "電子管 (electron tube)" or "真空管 (vacuum tube)".
As for the "bile duct" thing, apparently someone just think "膽管" is fashionable (perhaps because this terms originated from Hong Kong) and never studied biology. The formal name for tube in Chinese should be "電子管 (electron tube)" or "真空管 (vacuum tube)".
ZhiyaoYoung
144
Sep 9, 2016
Mine doesn't work when I plug the headphones in. The tube didn't light up and no sound came out. How can I solve this problem?
RoyZ
4
Nov 14, 2016
ZhiyaoYoungThat's cool. I try this dac& with my IEM on my friend's home and I love the sound. I also order one at 11.11. What headphone do you use on this T1? Do you try some headphone that is difficult? I still got a little bit worried about the power of this dac/amp.
ZhiyaoYoung
144
Nov 17, 2016
RoyZI tried it both with my IEMs and headphones, and it performs well. There's a little noise when using sensitive IEMs, such as U10 from 64Audio. But it's quite less when using Denon C400. I don't have high resistance headphones and my hardest-to-push set is only 50 ohms. I paired T1 with Shanling M5 and it's enough for most headphones under 100 ohms, even for AKG's K701. Although the power listed in description looks not very high, I read some reviews from Chinese sites said it can push some flagship headphones such as HD800 to 70%-80%, and the sound is quite good for general listening.
TubeHead
3
Aug 4, 2016
The manufactures website shows a 12v/6v jumper next to the tube socket so it must be a 12au7/12at7/12ax7 variant since they will run on 12v or 6v.
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