Schiit Modi 3E D/A Converter - Delta-Sigma DAC (Black)
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About Schiit Modi 3E D/A Converter - Delta-Sigma DAC (Black)
Overall Feedback:
80% positive
78% appreciated the wide compatibility, though 22% experienced issues
The device is Roon Ready and works perfectly in my setup.
I have experienced frequent, brief dropouts in audio output with the optical TOSLINK connection when using it with LG C1 TV and MSI MEG X570S Unify-X Max motherboard.
I experienced audio dropouts and cuts when using the device with an LG TV via Optical TOSlink.
74% liked the connectivity, but 26% found it lacking
The device powers from the USB connection of the NUC, eliminating the need for an extra power cable and a wall outlet.
I have faced issues with the Optical TOSLINK connectivity. I have tried it with both my TV and computer, and both have frequent, brief dropouts in audio output.
I experience audio dropouts and cuts when using Optical TOSlink from my LG TV.
I have experienced frequent, brief dropouts in audio output while using the optical TOSLINK connectivity with both my TV and computer.
68% praised the conversion accuracy, while 32% experienced distortion
The device has transformed my stereo, and it's no exaggeration.
The midrange of the DAC is very analog-sounding and engaging.
Before the DAC failed, there was an issue where a popping sound would come out of the speakers before the next song started whenever the sample rate changed.
I have noticed frequent, brief dropouts in audio output which I have read are due to jitter protection. It is frustrating to have the audio taken away entirely at random intervals.
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77% appreciated the durability, although 23% found it wore out
I find it difficult to review the product comprehensively, but I can attest to the fact that the quality is so pristine that I can't believe the price. This indicates that I have used the product and have found it to be of high quality.
After hooking up the digital-to-analog-signal-converter, I noticed a significant improvement in my system's audio quality. The sound became smoother, with better channel separation, clearer treble, and deeper bass, resulting in an overall better music experience.
I have used several other delta-sigma DACs in my system and none of them were as musical as the 3E.
The quality of the bass has significantly improved.
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76% praised the heat management
I am satisfied with the device as it has transformed my stereo.
Installing the device was a breeze and it transformed my stereo. I even routed the optical audio from my TV to it because it's that good.
75% found the led indicators helpful, while 25% didn't
I have experienced frequent, brief dropouts in audio output while using the optical TOSLINK connection with my TV and computer.
The LED power light is on, but it is not functioning as expected.
The issue with the optical connection is due to jitter protection which takes away the audio entirely at random intervals.
84% liked the portability, but 16% found it flimsy
After hooking up the digital-to-analog-signal-converter, I noticed a significant improvement in my system's audio quality. The sound became smoother, with better channel separation, clearer treble, and tighter and deeper bass. Overall, the music quality improved significantly.
The device powers from the USB connection of the NUC, which is a bonus as it saves a wall worth and a cable.
The device powers from the USB connection of the NUC, which is an added bonus as it eliminates the need for an extra wall outlet and cable.
I did not mention the portability of the DAC.
87% liked the user interface, but 13% found it confusing
The clarity of this device is substantially better than my PC's onboard audio.
On most LG/Samsung TVs, the optical output suffers from enough jitter to accidentally trigger this feature on the DAC, leading to audio cutting out every few seconds.
While using it with my LG C1 TV and MSI MEG X570S Unify-X Max motherboard, I have noticed frequent, brief dropouts in audio output with the optical connection.
I bought a camera adapter for my iPhone to use it directly with the Modi 3, but it didn't work.
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