Topping E30 II DAC Preamp Audio Decoder- 2xAK4493S Hi-Res XMOS XU208 DAC 32Bit/768kHz DSD512 DSD Direct Mode for USB/Coax/Opt Inputs RCA HiFi Stereo Digital Audio Decoder(Black)

Coming from a FiiO D3 I'd say this is a really good upgrade. The sound quality is fantastic, I can't imagine anything sounding noticeably better. The feature set is also really nice, especially the auto on/off and pure dac features. I'm using the optical toslink input with a mac mini running debian Linux and the Logitech media server software. From this I play local flac files, CDs, and hi-res music from Qobuz and I really couldn't be happier with the results. I did want to use the USB input instead of toslink but the auto on/off doesn't seem to work in this mode, but that might be because of how the USB audio output works on my setup. Overall I'm happy I bought this and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a high quality dac. EDIT: Still using and enjoying this DAC. Just wanted to update that I found a way to get the auto on/off working on Linux when using USB. Using the lsusb command I got the idVendor and idProduct of the DAC. Then you edit/create the file /etc/udev/rules.d/90-usb-power.rules and add the following line: ACTION=="add", SUBSYSTEM=="usb", ATTR{idVendor}=="152a", ATTR{idProduct}=="8750", TEST=="power/control", ATTR{power/control}="auto" Those numbers should be the same for you if you have this same DAC so the lsusb part can be skipped. After that I rebooted the system and then the DAC was able to go into standby via USB.

I bought the Topping E30 after researching well-reviewed options in its price range. I don’t have the tools or technical background to perform detailed measurements or critical listening tests, but I can say it does exactly what it promises: clean, stable sound with no noise or issues, and solid overall build quality. I’m using it with an older CD player that has dated internal converters but a digital output, and adding the E30 noticeably improved the overall sound quality of my system. For the price, the value is excellent. Based on this experience, I would definitely buy it again and recommend it.

I picked up the Topping E30 II to use with my desktop speaker setup, paired with my Edifier speakers and T5 subwoofer alongside my OLED display, and it has worked great. Setup was very easy, it looks clean on the desk, and it does exactly what I needed it to do. It gives me a simple way to manage the audio setup without adding a bunch of unnecessary complexity, and it fits in really well with the rest of the desktop setup. Sound quality has been great, everything has worked reliably, and I really like the compact design. It looks nice without being overly flashy and doesn’t take up much space. My only real complaint is the remote range. I wish it worked a little better from farther away, but that’s also more of a specific use-case issue with how I have everything arranged rather than a major flaw with the product itself. For a normal desktop setup, it’s probably not something most people would even notice. Other than that, I really don’t have much to complain about. Easy to set up, looks good, works well, and does exactly what it’s supposed to do. Definitely a solid pickup if you want a clean DAC/preamp solution for a desktop speaker setup.

I've been recording and producing records and film music since the 70s. I wanted to update my home system to approximate what "audiophiles" are listening to these days but I've been skeptical about "cheap" DACs. I watched lots of reviews. This one isn't rated that highly by the HIFI mavens on YouTube, but it's impossible to know what kind of ears even very knowleadgable guys have, and this price range was doable for me as an experiment. Well this unit sounds abolutely great, very lively and open with 6 quite useful and different musical sounding filters. As far as I can hear the version II of this model has solved the reported problems of first E30. It's a good buy.

The TOPPING E30 II has been a great match for my desktop audio setup and pairs perfectly with the L30 II amplifier. Build quality is solid and confidence-inspiring. It feels well made, looks clean on the desk, and has been completely reliable. I’m using it primarily via USB from my Windows PC, but having USB, optical, and coax inputs adds flexibility for other sources if needed. Sound quality is exactly what I want from a DAC — clean, neutral, and transparent. There’s no added coloration, just a clear and detailed signal that lets the rest of the gear do its job. When paired with the L30 II, the combo feels very cohesive and balanced, delivering a quiet background and excellent clarity. The preamp functionality is also a nice bonus. Output is consistent and easy to integrate into different setups, and everything just works without fuss. Controls are straightforward, and once set up, it’s the kind of component you don’t have to think about. Overall, this is a well-designed, great-sounding DAC that offers strong performance for the price. If you’re running a L30 II or building a clean, modern desktop audio stack, the E30 II is an easy and natural choice.