Actually, I like more dynamics, punchy bass and clear, transparent sound. But the tricky part is, to a point that not to sound fatiguing. It is more a feeling after a longer time of listening. When I first hear the Topping dx7 pro, it sounds great. But after maybe 30 mins, I feel it is too “noisy”, and I need to turn down the volume from my normal listening volume. I guess this is called the synergy between the components. I am using a Triode Lab 2A3 and Spatial Lab X5. Both of them are very revealing. It seems they match better with the Audio-gd. I also try the Almarro 318 with the Topping, I don’t feel fatigue. But I like the Audio-gd + Triode Lab More than Topping + Almarro.
I think I have two top candidates:
1) MHDT Orchid
this has very good review by reviewer and the community. People often comment it has a smooth, liquid sound.
2) Audio-gd R7 or R8
this has rave review in 6moons with a blue moon award. It is the same brand that I like, and hopefully with similar but improved sound signature. Also, it is very flexible that I can choose a TDA1541 smoother sound, and NOS vs with over sampling.
I think I have two top candidates:
1) MHDT Orchid
this has very good review by reviewer and the community. People often comment it has a smooth, liquid sound.
2) Audio-gd R7 or R8
this has rave review in 6moons with a blue moon award. It is the same brand that I like, and hopefully with similar but improved sound signature. Also, it is very flexible that I can choose a TDA1541 smoother sound, and NOS vs with over sampling.