The E1DA 9038D ranks #10 out of 26 total USB-C Dongle DACs for sound quality. See all Headphone Amps and DACs rankings for every top pick.
Brand: E1DA
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#10 E1DA 9038D Discontinued eBay
Pros: Audio Science Review measured a SINAD of 111 dB, clean enough for nearly all listening. E1DA rates it at 180 mW into 32 ohms, which drives most headphones, not just in ear monitors, from a tiny 12 g body.
Cons: It is no longer sold new, and it offers only a 3.5 mm output with no balanced jack. The Fosi Audio DS2 rates clearly higher, measures cleaner at 117 dB and adds a balanced output.
| Balanced Output | No |
|---|---|
| DAC Chip | ESS ES9038Q2M |
| Device Type | USB-C dongle |
| Dimensions | 0.9” x 0.4” x 1.9” (22 x 9 x 48 mm) |
| Headphone Outputs | 3.5 mm |
| Output Power (32 ohms) | 180 mW (manufacturer rated) |
| SINAD | 111 dB (measured by Audio Science Review) |
| Weight | 0 lbs (12 g) |
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