iBasso
iBasso DC05 Hi-Res Dual DAC Amplifier
Immerse yourself in high-resolution audio with the iBasso DC05, a portable dual DAC amplifier designed for smartphones and computers. It features dual ES9219C DAC chips for exceptional clarity and an ultra-low noise floor. Experience studio-quality sound with MQA 16X unfolding and precise clocking from the NDK femtosecond crystal oscillator. The robust aluminum alloy casing houses a standard 3.5mm headphone jack for broad compatibility. With 64-level hardware volume control and plug-and-play functionality, the DC05 delivers powerful, audiophile-grade sound wherever you go.
$99.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
581
/ 807
#581 in Headphone Amplifiers
Price vs Category Average
-93%
Below average
DAC Chip
9219
/ Dual ESC
Who it's for
- Exceptional Dual DAC Implementation
- High Driving Power
- Ultra-Portable and Hi-Res Ready
Who should skip it
- Significant Battery Drain
- Lack of Balanced Output
- Gets Warm During Operation
Key Specs
DAC Chip
Dual ES9219C
Max Output Level
2Vrms (300Ω Load), approx 13mW
Max Distortion-Free Level (32Ω Load)
1.73Vrms, approx 93mW
Noise Floor
1.55μVrms
SNR
121dB
THD+N (32Ω load)
-105dBA
Output Impedance
<0.5Ω
PCM Support
Up to 32bit/384kHz
Features
- Dual ES9219C DACs for superior audio
- Ultra-low noise floor for pristine sound
- Hardware MQA decoding for high-resolution audio
- NDK femtosecond crystal oscillator for accurate clocking
- Durable and elegant aluminum alloy casing
- Standard 3.5mm headphone output
- USB-C interface with UAC2.0 support
- 64-level hardware volume control
What customers say
The iBasso DC05 is highly regarded for delivering exceptional audio quality that far surpasses its price. Users consistently praise its resolving, clean sound signature and wide soundstage, attributing this performance to the dual DAC chips. It effectively drives sensitive IEMs, offering high fidelity on the go. The core trade-off noted by the community is significant power consumption, which rapidly drains smartphone batteries. While some mention the unit running warm, the consensus centers on the outstanding value provided by its powerful output. This makes the DC05 a top choice for listeners prioritizing superior sound performance in a portable format.
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