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New from Topping, a world leader in audio, the DX7 Pro is a DAC/amp designed for the most demanding listener. Following Topping’s highly regarded DX7, the Pro model showcases improved hardware and a sophisticated presentation Read More
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keyboard_arrow_downA community member
Nov 5, 2019
Hey Drop... is this so hard to do??
mattris
1272
Keyboard Club Member
Oct 6, 2019
For those considering using the DX7 Pro as a headphone amplifier, please note that the Output Impedance of the 1/4"-out is roughly 5 ohms, and the XLR-out is roughly 10 ohms. Most higher-grade amplifiers have an Output Impedance of less than 2 ohms. With lower-resistance headphones, this unit will produce unpredictable distortion, especially in the bass frequencies.
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mattris
1272
Keyboard Club Member
Apr 3, 2020
Without a doubt, get the 250 ohm version. As a general rule: If your amplifier has the driving power, always get the higher-resistance variant.
SpaceCadet24
635
Jan 18, 2021
Why does DROP so often completely neglect to show photos of the rear of an amp or DAC?
JohnAcon
424
Jul 12, 2021
Don't really know if your flaming or praising me now but either way I'll have to ignore you now that I had my daiy dose of troll interactions
jurd
1
Feb 25, 2022
SpaceCadet24As a wise man once said "How do you educate yourself without asking questions? Um, by looking? Reading? I was not born with any "Audiophile education and wisdom" but learned whatever it is I know by doing research, be it simple or in-depth."
LuckyLuke575
561
Nov 5, 2019
Guys, this is the premier transparent Balanced DAC/AMP under $1,000 right now, also including great features; remote, screen and Bluetooth. If I was in the market for a DAC/AMP I'd buy the DX7 Pro in a heartbeat.
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LuckyLuke575
561
Nov 8, 2019
Yeah, that's the World Series alternative, although the shape of the M500 looks a bit awkward for my liking in terms of creating a stack. The DX7 Pro is cool because it's an all in one package, and save space and complexity on a desk or TV stand. I'd probably go for a D50s with an 887, even tho it should be paired with a balanced DAC, which I've still to seen one that I like, although I think the upcoming Topping D90 is going to be a 'god' DAC with Balanced outputs. Balanced is so underrated man.
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postwarscars
1367
Nov 9, 2019
LuckyLuke575I like the DX7 Pro's look a lot (though I'm not keen on the font they're still using for the name). It's also a great step forward from the DX7s as an all-in-one.
I agree about the D50s. Talk about a pretty amazing unit for its price point. But yeah, getting the extra push from pairing balanced DACs and amps is kind of hard to pass up. Also, as a guy who has had bad wiring in his house, balanced makes all the difference, even before extra power is a concern.
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SaskAudioGuy
438
Oct 4, 2019
I was wondering if there was a new DAC for the DX7/D70 lurking...
So when does the D70 Pro show up?
verifonix
1181
Nov 6, 2019
Marutka simple google search would have told you the MLP has an upcoming DAC https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=38966 to be released next month. just like @itudor says
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redstang
23
Jan 18, 2021
I bought this a while ago and wanted to share my thoughts on it. While it is a nice unit with lots of features, I wouldn't recommend it over Topping's other cheaper offerings unless you really want a balanced output. If you do though, then it is hard to beat.
I compared this directly against a Topping E30 DAC and JDS Labs Atom amp. (I bought those some time after the DX7 pro for a set up on a different desk.) To compare them, I volume matched the levels and used my Senn HD 650s and a couple other closed backs I have and listened to FLAC files via Foobar2k. I also put the DX7 pro in DAC only mode and sent its output to the Atom's second input so I could directly and quickly a/b its DAC and the E30. For the life of me I couldn't hear a difference in either case. So YMMV, but based purely on sound quality (with the single ended jack) I don't think it's worth the upgrade. I think this might speak more to just how good a value the E30 is than that the DX7 pro is over-priced.
However, if you do want a balanced output, when comparing it to other cheaper balanced options out there, you'd have to weigh the value of the remote plus the variety of inputs including BT that you get over the more basic features in other DAC/amp stacks. The main reason I got it was I wanted to try something with a balanced output, and the DX7 pro was highly regarded. I don't think there is any other balanced DAC/amp, stack or all-in-one, with all the features the DX7 pro has such that the DAC/Amp stack still comes in under $600. However, if you don't care about having a remote and the various inputs the DX7 pro then there's cheaper balanced DAC/Amp stacks to be had that possibly have equivalent sound quality. I would enjoy comparing it to the Drop/Grace balanced DAC with a THX-AAA 789 amp, which would come in at $450. No remote and limited inputs on that DAC, but that amp is so highly regarded I have to think it would compare favorably. I would be interested to hear any other experiences comparing the DX7 pro to other balanced stacks.
rumata13
563
Jan 18, 2021
redstangCan you please explain why you need a remote if you are listening to you music via headphones? With length of the balanced cables, as well as with most phone cables, you will be sitting right in front of this unit, so what exactly is the benefit of the remote?
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redstang
23
Jan 18, 2021
rumata13With regards to comparing it to other things the remote is just one differentiator of functionality, and when looking at it strictly from the desktop, a relatively minor one. Either it appeals to your situation or it doesn't and therefore isn't a factor to consider at all, so paying more for it would be pointless. It is sort of a byproduct of the Toppings having lots of features though, vs. more basic units. If you don't have any features to access, then having a remote becomes truly pointless.
For the DX7 Pro the remote is primarily a convenience; in your standard desktop set up you don't need it. It does offer a couple advantages over using the knob however. 1) Direct access to various functions: gain, mute, display brightness, output modes, filters, et al. Some of those things can otherwise only be accessed by powering the unit off and on again into setup mode. 2) Allows you to have the unit at the back of your desk/out of the way (or not in a desktop situation). 3) Faster volume control. One thing I failed to mention above is that I really dislike the digital volume control with the knob. It is very granular, .5db per 'click', and while that gives you precise control of the level, it takes two full rotations of the volume knob to go from quiet to loud, vs usually about a half turn on any analog volume knob. Using the remote you can long press the volume up/down and it quickly moves multiple db.
For the E30 it's more necessary depending on the amp you use with it, but still really boils down to a convenience. It's the only way to control the pre-amp volume and get to other settings as that doesn't have a knob at all. But again if you're using the amp's volume control and are sitting right next to it, you set it and forget it and don't need the remote. If you're also using it with a set of powered speakers, either on your desk or in some other room, then the remote volume control is nice to have.
All that being said, I don't use the remote very much right now. At the moment I have 3 DAC/Amp options hooked up next to each other on the edge of my desk and have been switching between them just to compare. Eventually I'll probably move the DX7 to the back of my desk putting it out of easy reach and will use it more. The volume knob on the DX7 really does annoy me though; it's the one thing that is making me think about just using the E30/Atom stack full time on my main desk. I find myself often having to take multiple swipes at the volume knob to change the volume, vs a small movement when using the Atom, for example. And the clicky digital volume isn't as nice as a smooth analog one. If you love having a nice analog volume knob it's something to consider when thinking about buying the DX7 Pro.
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nick_t
187
Mar 2, 2020
Again measurement dont tell us everything what we hear and there are things we they dont perceive us when hearing sound. Not necessary is all about scientific measurements and objective speaking at times. Also, what is wrong with natural language ? What do you mean by natural language ? If am wasting your time then am sorry. So that we know or maybe you dont know such adjectives which is alright. A pointless waste of time for you.
No budget and like I said am asking for opinion and what they know through experience not necessary requesting for help. Most of our statement with others are not meant to be progression just an argument or friendly debate and such. Manufacturer unwillingly to help and give information, also you do know as well that audio industry is full of snake oil and bad customer service in requesting infomation as some are personal and confidential. As for measurements, am not asking you to read measurements for me. Measurements is not everything to me. If I want to buy a product, I will buy not because am asking you to help me for selection.
nick_t
187
Mar 2, 2020
So you are not interested in going for separate Amp and Dac ? Yes I understand about $500 and $600 with sound and measurements. But most people dont make comparison with cheap vs expensive and across every $500 price range in sound and measurements. Just saying. And by the way, I cannot find anything that compete with the Toping D90 in its price range at its standalone DAC that can compete with Matrix.
savvy
24
Oct 8, 2020
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Topping DX7 or a Schiit Magnius & Modius combo for $400?
Someone help me decide, please.
EDIT: Wait nvm, just realized Topping is a Chinese based company AND this thing produces noise... Schiit stack it is!
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