Topping delivers a true audiophile listening experience from this powerful, compact pairing.
Every journey has its ups and downs, its twists and turns, and its often said that the journey has more value to us than the destination. And so it is with the audiophiles journey. For all the talk of endgame audio components, the truth is that theres always something new around the corner that can challenge our definition of audible bliss.
Thats all part of the fun: hearing something new in our favorite recordings and finding a closer emotional connection to our music. This is the audiophiles endless journey.
Topping A30 Pro & D30 Pro
I had so much fun with the Topping A30 Pro / D30 Pro combination. Both products reproduced my music superbly well, so theres no need to buy both if youre only looking for either a DAC or an amp. Together they make a perfect pairing, especially when a smaller footprint is desirable. Theres certainly no compromise on power, and Im confident the amp will drive whatever headphones you connect.
- Exceptional resolution helped by plenty of power
- Punchy, dynamic sound signature
- Good range of well chosen inputs and outputs
- Faint whining sound from A30 Pro in standby mode
- Remote control needed for changing settings while in use
- A30 Pro volume control feels vague
What came around the corner for me this time was a spectacular DAC and amp combination that lit me up with listening pleasure from the moment I fed it my music. They provided another reminder that Chi-Fi is now able to hold its own against some of the best-known brands in the industry. Before getting to the music, lets start with the essentials.
In This Article
- Company Overview
- Technical Specifications
- Packaging
- Design
- A30 Pro & D30 Pro Sound
- Where to Buy
- Conclusion
Company Overview
Guangzhou Topping Electronics & Technology was founded in 2008. Placing a high value on R&D, it has invested in the finest professional audio testing equipment available, and uses its expertise to produce, and continually refine, a range of power amplifiers, headphone amplifiers, and DACs.
Technical Specifications
A30 Pro
- Form: Desktop Amp
- Frequency Response: 20Hz-40kHz
- Headphone Output Power: 6,000mW x 2 @ 16Ohms, 5,500mW x 2 @ 32Ohms, 840mW x 2 @ 300Ohms
- THD+N: