RaspDAC Mini test by AudioScienceReview

Posté le 2024-04-30 Tests & reviews, HiFi Tests 386
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Discover Audio Science Review's test of the RaspDAC Mini LCD streamer/DAC. This network player/DAC is an open source DIY kit that's already well known in the Hi-Fi world, and which we're offering for enthusiasts of DIY audio projects. The KIT consists of a PCB integrating an I-SABRE ES9038Q2M DAC supporting high-resolution streams up to PCM 32 bit 384kHz and DSD DoP up to DSD128. The output stage of this PCB features two NJM2114 bipolar OPAs and a third for buffering, ensuring optimum resolution and a stable signal. The kit includes the complete case and mounting screws, as well as a beautiful color LCD screen for displaying your album covers, and an IR remote control for easy operation of the RaspDAC Mini. This kit is specially designed to be completed with a Raspberry Pi 4 with a dedicated operating system (Volumio or MoOde Audio) and a 5V/3A USB-C power adapter. With the complete kit, you get a high-quality network player/DAC that can be controlled via your smartphone, tablet or computer thanks to extensive connectivity: 4 USB-A inputs, coaxial SPDIF input, RJ45 port, Wi-Fi, DLNA, Airplay, Bluetooth 5.0. The signal is then simply output via a stereo RCA output.

Complete test of the RaspDAC Mini by Audio Science Review (Amir)

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RaspDAC Mini LCD

Kit Network Player & DAC 32bit 384kHz / DSD 128

199,00€ TTC (165,83 HT) FR

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RASPBERRY PI 4 MODEL B

RAM 2Gb Micro HDMI Ethernet Gigabit WiFi Bluetooth 5.0 4x USB 1.5GHz

75,00€ TTC (62,50 HT) FR

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The images to be installed are made available to you free of charge with no time limit.

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Power adapter

5V 3A to USB-C

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Key points from Audio Science Review's test of the RaspDAC Mini LCD

RaspDAC Mini measurement dashboard

The RaspDAC Mini has a very low distortion of less than 120dB. The power supply generates a little noise (not audible), but the result is still good SINAD. You are free to choose a power supply for a different configuration, and thus improve the latter.

RaspDAC Mini LCD measurement dashboardClassement du RaspDAC Mini

Jitter test

The jitter test via USB-A input and network shows very good results. This demonstrates that using a "noisy" source device such as a computer poses no problem when using the RaspDAC Mini.

Measuring jitter on the Raspdac Mini LCD

Multitone test

An excellent result with over 20 bits without distortion.

RaspDAC Mini LCD Multiton test

RaspDAC Mini test conclusion by Audio Science Review (Amir)

"The combination of a RaspBerry Pi with good software and a good DAC can be a very powerful and high-performance streaming solution, but requires some technical knowledge for successful assembly. With this kit, Audiophonics makes this DIY streamer/DAC possibility accessible to the widest possible audience. The RaspDAC Mini combined with your sound system will enable you to enjoy a high level of connectivity. I recommend the RASPDAC MINI LCD KIT Streamer from Audiophonics."

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DARKO AUDIO: beginner's guide to spotify on Raspberry Pi

In its video, Darko Audio mentions the RaspDAC Mini OLED version, an older version of the RaspDAC Mini that now features an LCD screen for greater ease of use and improved aesthetics. This video reports on some aspects of the RaspDAC Mini. If you'd like to find out more, go to the 17th minute of Darko Audio's video.

Source code for creating the RaspDAC Mini program image patch

For the more experienced, this allows you to keep the patch up to date with different versions of Volumio and MoOde Audio. It also allows you to fully customize the use of the RaspDAC Mini for those who wish to do so.

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