Topping A90 failure issues. Should I try a 3rd A90?
I purchased the Topping A90 & D90 MQA August 2020. The A90 lasted about 3 months then "blew up" with major static in one channel. I tried different headphones, connects (4 pin XLR, 4.4mm pentacon) and it was in fact the A 90. Apos exchanged the failed A90 (took a long time) and after using the 2nd A90 for less than a month, the same issue. So after 2 failed A90's I'm wondering if I try a 3rd or another headphone amp? I'm using XLR balanced (and have 2 headphones that are also balanced cables). Thanks for any counsel.
I am now using a Topping pre90 preamp and I am amazed how good it sounds. It does not have any features other than inputs and volume. However, the sound is extremely clean with nothing added. Cost is $599.
My other preamp is the CODA 07x which cost a lot more and adds warmth to the sound.
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