How does a $160 R2R Ladder DAC Sound? Turns out, better than expected! Worth a listen for sure.
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 Published On Aug 7, 2024

The K11 R2R is FiiO's first entry-level desktop DAC/Pre-Amp and Headphone amplifier featuring a full R2R DAC architecture. This R2R DAC out preforms similar Delta-Sigma DACS costing up to $200-$250. Good detail, deep bass, no Delta-Sigma digital glare.

FiiO K11 R2R DAC: https://amzn.to/3YmlMTy $159.99

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Current audio equipment list:
• Cambridge AXR-100 Receiver: https://amzn.to/49Nq4Ft
• Cambridge MXN10: https://amzn.to/44sBhdL
• Cambridge EVO150: https://amzn.to/3UTJowI
• Schiit Bi-Frost Multi-Bit DAC with Unison USB
• Schiit Lokius EQ.: https://amzn.to/3Qhuu0x
• Wharfedale Diamond 12.4 Speakers: https://amzn.to/3WberDp
• Elac Debut 2.0 F-62 Speakers: https://amzn.to/3Jy6eUc
• Elac Debut Reference 62 (DBR62) speakers: https://amzn.to/3VyQzcu
• Fluance RT-84 turntable: https://amzn.to/4aMuZrt. Upgraded with the Audio
Technica AT540ML: https://amzn.to/4diAyzy
• Android Tablet, 10.1 Inch Android 12 Tablet, 6GB RAM 64GB ROM: https://amzn.to/3KswX50
• iFi AC iPurifier: https://amzn.to/3UWb4ko
• All line level cables are from World’s Best Cable. I primarily use Mogami 2964 Wire and Amphenol ACPL connectors: https://amzn.to/3JWCDE9
• My main streaming source is a small format PC: https://amzn.to/3yhCoAI
• I also use a remote-controlled line level switcher so I can run all my source components through the Schiit Lokius: https://amzn.to/3w8IZwL

My desktop gear:
• Nitsch modified Schiit Magni “Piety” headphone amp: https://nitschsound.com/products/magn...
• Loxjie D30 DAC/Headphone Amp: No longer available new
• Ayima A07 amp: https://amzn.to/3V969LQ
• Sennheiser Mass-Drop HD6XX headphones: https://amzn.to/3wVNvz7
• Sony MDR-V6 Headphones: (current version) https://amzn.to/4aJMTdB

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Tidal Playlists:
• The Fahrenheit Project by Ultimae Records (ambient electronic music): https://tidal.com/browse/playlist/69c...
• Electronica for Audiophile: https://tidal.com/browse/playlist/e29...
• My Classical playlist: https://tidal.com/browse/playlist/8e5...
• Baroque Weekend: https://tidal.com/browse/playlist/cfe...
• DJ Ed, a collection of music that is all over the place. https://tidal.com/browse/playlist/f89...

Spotify:
• Classical Weekend: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/648...
• 80’s Patio Mix: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4RU...

Qobuz playlist:
• "Audiophile Electronica": https://open.qobuz.com/playlist/20718243
• "Vivaldi": https://open.qobuz.com/playlist/15233981

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