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The SMSL DAC Mini, as its name suggests, is a compact desktop DAC that also features a built-in headphone amplifier. It is based on an ES9039Q2M DAC chip combined with an XMOS XU-316 USB interface, allowing it to support high-resolution sampling rates up to PCM 32bit 768kHz and DSD256. It is also capable of driving a wide range of headphones via its 3.5mm single-ended jack and 4.4mm balanced jack headphone outputs, delivering up to 2x 317mW under a 32ohm load. In addition to its headphone outputs, it includes essential connectivity with a USB-C input, a USB-A Host input, an RCA line output, and a mini optical Toslink output. The device stands out with its distinctive design, pairing perfectly with a Mac Mini both ergonomically and aesthetically, thanks to details such as its small orange side button.
Featuring an ES9039Q2M DAC and an XMOS XU-316 USB interface, the SMSL DAC Mini supports high-resolution sampling rates up to PCM 32bit 768kHz and DSD256 while delivering excellent technical performance, including a THD+N of 0.000125% (-118dB) on its line output and 0.000178% (-115dB) on its headphone outputs.



In addition to its dual headphone outputs ensuring wide compatibility, the DAC Mini provides output levels capable of driving a large variety of headphones available on the market.
| Headphone Output Levels | |
|---|---|
| Load Impedance | Output Power |
| 16Ω | 265mW x2 |
| 32Ω | 317mW x2 |
| 64Ω | 280mW x2 |
| 150Ω | 120mW x2 |
| 300Ω | 60mW x2 |
| 600Ω | 30mW x2 |
Its design allows it to sit neatly beneath a Mac Mini for seamless desktop integration. Details such as the orange side button and the illuminated top base further enhance its visual appeal.


| 1 | Auxiliary power button (Mac Mini power) |
| 2 | Touch button |
| 3 | 3.5mm single-ended headphone output |
| 4 | 4.4mm balanced headphone output |
| 5 | RCA line output |
| 6 | Optical mini Toslink output (SPDIF) |
| 7 | USB-A input (Host) |
| 8 | USB-C input |
| 9 | Decorative light indicator |
| 10 | Auxiliary power button (Mac Mini power) |
Technical Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Product Type | DAC |
| DAC Chip | ES9039Q2M |
| Inputs | 1x USB-C 1x USB-A (Host) |
| Outputs | 1x RCA line output 1x Optical Mini Toslink (SPDIF) 1x 3.5mm single-ended headphone output 1x 4.4mm balanced headphone output |
| Supported sampling rates | PCM 32bit 768kHz DSD DoP256 DSD256 |
| Headphone Output Power | 265mW x2 @ 16Ω 317mW x2 @ 32Ω 280mW x2 @ 64Ω 120mW x2 @ 150Ω 60mW x2 @ 300Ω 30mW x2 @ 600Ω |
| THD+N | RCA line output: 0.000125% (-118dB) Headphone outputs: 0.000178% (-115dB) |
| Dynamic Range | RCA line output: 122dB Headphone outputs: 120dB |
| SNR | RCA line output: 121dB Headphone outputs: 120dB |
| USB Compatibility | Windows 7/8/9/10/11 (driver required) Mac OSX10.6+, Linux, Android |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | Via USB-C |
| Power Consumption | Operating: < 4W Standby: < 0.3W |
| Dimensions | 127 x 28.2 x 133.6mm |
| Weight | 0.244kg |
| Color | Silver |
| Package Contents | 1x SMSL DAC Mini 1x USB-C cable |
| Input | USB |
| Output | Optical Mini-Toslink |
| Output | RCA |
| Output | Jack 4.4mm |
| Output | Jack 3.5mm |
| DAC / ADC Chip | ES9039Q2M |
| Max sampling rate | 768kHz |
| Max sampling rate | DSD256 |
| Color | Silver |
| Networking | No |
| Remote Control | No |