20 Best Tube Dac in 2024 Reviews and Buying Guide

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1 Douk Audio P1 Vacuum Tube Bluetooth Preamplifier, GE5654 Audio Preamp, Hi-Fi Headphone Amp, Stereo... Douk Audio P1 Vacuum Tube Bluetooth Preamplifier, GE5654 Audio Preamp, Hi-Fi Headphone Amp,... No ratings yet
2 Douk Audio ST-01 PRO 200W Bluetooth Amplifier, 2 Channel Vacuum Tube Power Amp with USB DAC/Coaxial... Douk Audio ST-01 PRO 200W Bluetooth Amplifier, 2 Channel Vacuum Tube Power Amp with USB... No ratings yet
3 AIYIMA T8 6N3 Digital Tube Preamplifier Bluetooth 5.0 Hi-Fi Headphone Preamp Decoder Preamp PC-USB... AIYIMA T8 6N3 Digital Tube Preamplifier Bluetooth 5.0 Hi-Fi Headphone Preamp Decoder Preamp... No ratings yet
4 Dayton Audio HTA100 Integrated Stereo Hybrid Hi-Fi Vacuum Tube Class A/B Amplifier 100 Watts RMS... Dayton Audio HTA100 Integrated Stereo Hybrid Hi-Fi Vacuum Tube Class A/B Amplifier 100 Watts RMS...
5 XDUOO TA-22 DAC&Tube Balance Headphone Amplifier ES9038Q2M*2 USB DSD256 32Bit/384kHz HD Bluetooth... XDUOO TA-22 DAC&Tube Balance Headphone Amplifier ES9038Q2M*2 USB DSD256 32Bit/384kHz HD Bluetooth... No ratings yet
6 AIYIMA T9 PRO 200W Bluetooth Amplifier HiFi Digital Class D Power Amp 2.0/2.1 Channel Vacuum Tube... AIYIMA T9 PRO 200W Bluetooth Amplifier HiFi Digital Class D Power Amp 2.0/2.1 Channel Vacuum Tube...
7 HiFi Tube USB DAC Bluetooth 5.0 S/PDIF D/A Converter Headphone Amp 24Bit/192KHz HiFi Tube USB DAC Bluetooth 5.0 S/PDIF D/A Converter Headphone Amp 24Bit/192KHz
8 Mini Tube DAC Preamp Coax/Opt to RCA Converter Balanced Headphone Amp 24Bit/192K Mini Tube DAC Preamp Coax/Opt to RCA Converter Balanced Headphone Amp 24Bit/192K No ratings yet
9 LEAUDIO XDUOO TA22 DAC&Tube Balance Headphone Amplifier ES9038Q2M*2 USB DSD256 32Bit/384kHz TA22 HD... LEAUDIO XDUOO TA22 DAC&Tube Balance Headphone Amplifier ES9038Q2M*2 USB DSD256 32Bit/384kHz TA22... No ratings yet
10 Fosi Audio P3 Tube Preamp Headphone Amplifier Home Audio Preamplifier Mini Vacuum Pre Amp Receiver... Fosi Audio P3 Tube Preamp Headphone Amplifier Home Audio Preamplifier Mini Vacuum Pre Amp... No ratings yet
11 Douk Audio ST-01 200W Bluetooth Amplifier, 2 Channel Vacuum Tube Power Amp with USB DAC/Coaxial... Douk Audio ST-01 200W Bluetooth Amplifier, 2 Channel Vacuum Tube Power Amp with USB DAC/Coaxial... No ratings yet
12 AIYIMA T9 100W*2 Bluetooth Stereo Amplifier Class D Amp 2.0/2.1 Channel Tube Power Amp with PC-USB... AIYIMA T9 100W*2 Bluetooth Stereo Amplifier Class D Amp 2.0/2.1 Channel Tube Power Amp with...
13 Fosi Audio T3 𝟐.𝟏 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐓𝐮𝐛𝐞... Fosi Audio T3 𝟐.𝟏 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐓𝐮𝐛𝐞... No ratings yet
14 Fosi Audio P1 Tube Preamplifier Mini Hi-Fi Stereo Preamp 6K4 Valve Vacuum Pre-amp with Treble Bass... Fosi Audio P1 Tube Preamplifier Mini Hi-Fi Stereo Preamp 6K4 Valve Vacuum Pre-amp with Treble... No ratings yet
15 XDUOO TA-10R AK4493EQ XMOS USB DSD DAC 12AU7 4XLR Tube Headphone Amplifier XDUOO TA-10R AK4493EQ XMOS USB DSD DAC 12AU7 4XLR Tube Headphone Amplifier
16 FX-Audio Tube-02 Pro Tube Headphone Amplifier, Vacuum 5725 Tube Preamp, Mini Hi-Fi Integrated Stereo... FX-Audio Tube-02 Pro Tube Headphone Amplifier, Vacuum 5725 Tube Preamp, Mini Hi-Fi Integrated...
17 AIYIMA Tube T6 PRO Bluetooth 5.0 Tube Preamplifier Hi-Fi Headphone Amp Vacuum Tube Preamp for Home... AIYIMA Tube T6 PRO Bluetooth 5.0 Tube Preamplifier Hi-Fi Headphone Amp Vacuum Tube Preamp for... No ratings yet
18 HiFi Tube Bluetooth Preamp Receiver Balanced XLR/RCA Pre-Amplifier Headphone Amp HiFi Tube Bluetooth Preamp Receiver Balanced XLR/RCA Pre-Amplifier Headphone Amp No ratings yet
19 Schiit Modi 3E D/A Converter - Delta-Sigma DAC (Black) Schiit Modi 3E D/A Converter - Delta-Sigma DAC (Black)
20 Aune Flamingo DAC Amp Combo Home Audio Receivers & Amplifiers USB Sound Card Hi-Res 768k/32bit... Aune Flamingo DAC Amp Combo Home Audio Receivers & Amplifiers USB Sound Card Hi-Res 768k/32bit... No ratings yet

Bestseller No. 1
Douk Audio P1 Vacuum Tube Bluetooth Preamplifier, GE5654 Audio Preamp, Hi-Fi Headphone Amp, Stereo...
  • Douk Audio P1 Preamp has been acclaimed by countless audiophiles worldwide, now we upgrade 6J5 to JAN5654 / GE5654 tubes according to many...
  • With 3 kinds of audio input(Bluetooth/USB/RCA) and 2 kinds of output(RCA/3.5mm headphone), P1 can be used as HiFi tube Preamp, USB DAC or headphone...
  • Bluetooth 5.0 (QCC3034) supporting APTX-HD lossless transmission. PC-USB (CM6642) supporting 24bit 192KHz and compatible with Windows/Mac/Linux...
  • Adopting NE5532 op amp+classic 47 headphone amp architecture which can drive 32-300 ohms headphones, and a bypass switch is specially designed to turn...
  • Exquisite appearance with proper size, blue and orange light decorating vacuum tube, makes it fashionable and attractive, bringing wonderful auditory...
Bestseller No. 2
Douk Audio ST-01 PRO 200W Bluetooth Amplifier, 2 Channel Vacuum Tube Power Amp with USB DAC/Coaxial...
  • Full Upgraded Version of ST-01: 1. Supports U-disk input to play lossless formats music. 2. Add sensitivity adjustment of VU meter on its bottom, easy...
  • Unique and amazing combination: With VU meter into whole in such a mini size, the pointer dancing in the warm light with strong vintage feelings when...
  • HiFi clear sound with tone control: resonable circuit and concise wiring, adopts vacuum tubes to soften the sound and filter out the digital feelings,...
  • Strong output power and special AUX output: use TI's classic power amp IC, each channel can output 100W(4Ω) and easily to drive all 3-8Ω passive...
  • With multiple digital audio inputs: Bluetooth 5.0 / USB / Coaxial / Optical / stereo RCA, compatible with most audio device such as phones, computers,...
Bestseller No. 3
AIYIMA T8 6N3 Digital Tube Preamplifier Bluetooth 5.0 Hi-Fi Headphone Preamp Decoder Preamp PC-USB...
  • ❶ AIYIMA T8 headphone amp have multiple audio input methods,It Support Bluetooth 5.0/PC-USB/RCA inputs from various devices like iPod, Phone, MP3,...
  • ❷ AIYIMA T8 preamp can be used as a headphone amp,Can Enjoy high-quality lossless music at any time,RCA/3.5mm headphone output(With priority),RCA...
  • ❸ QCC3031 Bluetooth 5.0,Support APT-X,APT-X LL lossless transmission,Signal transmission faster and stable,let your enjoy the HiFi sound!
  • ❹ Adopt 6N3 tube vacuum design for easy replacement(such as 6N3,6H3,GE5657,396A,2C51,12B4A,GE5670,6H3n-E)with DC 12V power adapter,provide warm...
  • ❺ Exquisite and unique design,All aluminum alloy shell,heavy gold PCB,Build quality is surprisingly solid,Nice touch! With optimal integrated...
Bestseller No. 5
XDUOO TA-22 DAC&Tube Balance Headphone Amplifier ES9038Q2M*2 USB DSD256 32Bit/384kHz HD Bluetooth...
  • With 3.12 inch OLED screen, display the information of music.
  • Support USB audio decoding functions, work in asynchronous transfer mode, support up to PCM 32Bit/384KHz,DSD256 and MQA render .
  • Support coaxial/optical audio decoding, support up to PCM 24bit / 384Khz and DSD128 signal
  • Support bluetooth audio decoding, bluetooth 5.1, support BC、AAC、aptX、 aptX_LL、aptX_HD、LDAC format.
  • DAC chip uses two ESS's ES9038Q2M chip to support native DSD, DXD and PCM signals, better decoding performance.
Bestseller No. 6
AIYIMA T9 PRO 200W Bluetooth Amplifier HiFi Digital Class D Power Amp 2.0/2.1 Channel Vacuum Tube...
  • 【Outstanding internal construction】The chipsets are high quality designs from American companies,Qualcomm, Texas Instruments and Cirrus Logic
  • 【With multiple digital audio inputs】Bluetooth 5.1 / USB / Coaxial / Optical / stereo RCA, compatible with most audio device such as phones,...
  • 【HiFi clear sound with tone control】Resonable circuit and concise wiring, adopts upgraded vacuum tubes Jan 5725 to soften the sound and filter out...
  • 【New dial layout design】The new dial layout are simplified and convenient,With Vu meter display
  • The use of audio-specific inductive, to ensure that the sound is crisp and powerful
Bestseller No. 7
HiFi Tube USB DAC Bluetooth 5.0 S/PDIF D/A Converter Headphone Amp 24Bit/192KHz
  • Amazing combination in appearance and functions: integrated DAC-T1 DAC with retro tubes and modern OLED display into a whole, keep both strong vintage...
  • With multiple audio inputs and outputs: Bluetooth / PC-USB / coaxial / optical / RCA inputs, compatible with most audio sources such as phone, tablet,...
  • Imported JAN5654 tubes and vintage warm sound: comes with JAN5654 tubes, greatly improves everything associated with your music, sounds soft and...
  • Complete design and perfect details: support treble and bass control, easy adjust one's own preferable sound styles. Besides large LED display to...
  • QCC3031 Bluetooth chip supports ACC/SBC/APTX/APTX-HD; ESS9018K2M independent DAC chip; CM6642 USB chip supports 24Bit/192Khz; Classic 47 headphone amp...
Bestseller No. 8
Mini Tube DAC Preamp Coax/Opt to RCA Converter Balanced Headphone Amp 24Bit/192K
  • D/A Converter & Tube Preamp & Headphone Amp: with coaxial /optical fiber /stereo RCA inputs, stereo RCA and dual 4.4mm and 3.5mm headphone amp...
  • HIFI Warm Sound & Tone Control: tube design filters out the digital sounds of common sound sources, the sound is soft and delicate, and pluggable...
  • Mature Circuit & High-quality Components: adopting ESS9018 decoding chip supports 24bit/192KHz transmission, 2PCS TPA6120A2 amp IC for strong output...
  • Mini Size & Attractive Appearance: fashionable CNC machined black aluminum alloy chassis combined with warm light from vintage tube looks great, input...
Bestseller No. 9
LEAUDIO XDUOO TA22 DAC&Tube Balance Headphone Amplifier ES9038Q2M*2 USB DSD256 32Bit/384kHz TA22 HD...
  • 1.With 3.12 inch OLED screen, display the information of music.
  • 2.Support USB audio decoding functions, work in asynchronous transfer mode, support up to PCM 32Bit/384KHz,DSD256 and MQA render .
  • 3.Support coaxial/optical audio decoding, support up to PCM 24bit / 384Khz and DSD128 signal
  • 4.Support bluetooth audio decoding, bluetooth 5.1, support BC、AAC、aptX、 aptX_LL、aptX_HD、LDAC format.
  • 5.DAC chip uses two ESS's ES9038Q2M chip to support native DSD, DXD and PCM signals, better decoding performance.
Bestseller No. 10
Fosi Audio P3 Tube Preamp Headphone Amplifier Home Audio Preamplifier Mini Vacuum Pre Amp Receiver...
  • True Tube Amplification: The preamp circuit elevates the voltage to 54V, ensuring the tubes work to their full potential, delivering a warm and rich...
  • Bluetooth 5.1: Equipped with the Qualcomm QCC3031 chip, the P3 preamp guarantees impressive wireless sound quality and low latency, with compatibility...
  • Versatile Connectivities: The P3 provides Bluetooth/RCA inputs and RCA/AUX OUT/3.5mm headphone outputs. It can help create a 2.1-channel audio system...
  • Premium Components: It utilizes ELNA audiophile-grade capacitors and taper A pot. The bass and treble controls boast central detents for...
  • What You'll Get: Fosi Audio P3 Tube Preamplifier x1, User Manual x1, 5654W Vacuum Tube x2, 12V/1.5A Power Supply x1, a 24-month worry-free warranty...
Bestseller No. 11
Douk Audio ST-01 200W Bluetooth Amplifier, 2 Channel Vacuum Tube Power Amp with USB DAC/Coaxial...
  • Unique and amazing combination: integrated ST-01 amplifier with VU meter into whole in such a mini size, when enjoy HiFi music, the pointer dancing in...
  • HiFi clear sound with tone control: resonable circuit and concise wiring, adopts vacuum tubes to soften the sound and filter out the digital feelings,...
  • Strong output power and special AUX output: use TI's classic power amp IC, each channel can output 100W(4Ω) and easily to drive all 3-8Ω passive...
  • With multiple digital audio inputs: Bluetooth 5.0 / USB / Coaxial / Optical / stereo RCA, compatible with most audio device such as phones, computers,...
  • Practical funtions to simplify use: with full-function remote control, all settings can be achieved from the distance; with input selection and...
Bestseller No. 12
AIYIMA T9 100W*2 Bluetooth Stereo Amplifier Class D Amp 2.0/2.1 Channel Tube Power Amp with PC-USB...
  • This Class D Power Amplifier have strong output power and low frequency output: The T9 Bluetooth speaker Amp Each channel can output 100W(4Ω), match...
  • AIYIMA T9 bluetooth tube amp With multiple digital audio inputs: Bluetooth 5.0 / USB / Coaxial / Optical / stereo RCA, compatible with most audio...
  • Unique and Amazing Combination: this AIYIMA T9 2 channel home stereo amplifier with VU meter into whole in such a mini size, when enjoy HiFi music,...
  • HiFi clear sound with tone control: resonable circuit and concise wiring, adopts vacuum tubes to soften the sound and filter out the digital feelings,...
  • 【Upgraded USB Dac Amp】Practical functions to simplify use: with input selection and indicators,and you can cancel the hibernation prompt according...
Bestseller No. 13
Fosi Audio T3 𝟐.𝟏 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐓𝐮𝐛𝐞...
  • Fosi Audio T3 is a Hi-Fi Bluetooth 5.0 stereo tube amplifier that offers a warm and natural sound quality, superb audio fidelity, and efficiency. You...
  • Class AB Tube Headphone Amplifier. T3 can drive most headphones to deliver a colossal sound stage and effortless dynamic range. Clearer sound...
  • Exclusive Design. T3 features Bluetooth/RCA input, volume/bass/treble control, passive speakers/active subwoofer/headphone output, ease to set up, and...
  • Real audiophile sound. T3 is equipped with 6F2 tubes to get warmth and clean HiFi sound. A better listening experience from your speakers and...
  • What you Get: T3 amplifier x1, Bluetooth antenna x1, 6F2 Vacuum tubes x2, Power Cable x1, User Manual x1, 24-month worry-free warranty, and friendly...
Bestseller No. 14
Fosi Audio P1 Tube Preamplifier Mini Hi-Fi Stereo Preamp 6K4 Valve Vacuum Pre-amp with Treble Bass...
  • Please note that this is a preamplifier and cannot be utilized for turntables or passive speakers. It is not a power amplifier or phono preamp.
  • This preamplifier features RCA inputs that can be connected to various devices such as computers, phones, iPods, and CD players. Additionally, it...
  • This preamplifier boasts a small and compact design and incorporates an optimal integrated circuit to deliver powerful, dynamic, and sweet sound....
  • Experience a significant improvement in the detail, transparency, immediacy, richness, and tone of your music with this preamp. The preamp includes a...
  • This preamp is equipped with a built-in Switch impact protection circuit and overheat protection circuit, ensuring a long lifespan for the unit. It...
Bestseller No. 15
XDUOO TA-10R AK4493EQ XMOS USB DSD DAC 12AU7 4XLR Tube Headphone Amplifier
  • Dual clock system reduces signal jitter and delay: dual crystal oscillators are operated at multiple sampling rates of 44.1K and 48K respectively. The...
  • Rich audio interface: Greatly improve the sound quality of front-end CD and turntable input signals, which is convenient for connecting CD players and...
  • The input signal can be easily selected through the volume knob encoder.Effectively improve the weak sound quality of existing players, and switch...
  • Adapt to earphone impedance 16-600Ω.
  • The shell is made of all aluminum alloy CNC, which has strong anti-interference ability. The detachable aluminum alloy tube guardrail protects the...
Bestseller No. 16
FX-Audio Tube-02 Pro Tube Headphone Amplifier, Vacuum 5725 Tube Preamp, Mini Hi-Fi Integrated Stereo...
  • TUBE-02 PRO is a Class-A tube headphone amp,which uses 5725 tubes to amplify signal.It has a strong tube flavor,fine tone,and high...
  • Adopt transistors for class A buffer,strong output power can easily drive any kind earphones,,output power up to 850mW.And audiophile-grade coupling...
  • Has two sets of line outputs,through the tube.The design is novel, and the variant amplification of internal transistor and electron tube is processed...
  • It can be used as the Pre-amplifier of all kinds of audio amplifier , active speaker or phono/turntable, and improve the sound quality of audio...
  • With high gain mode, the gain can be increased by +2.5dB. The tube can be replaced by 6J1, 6J2 tubes freely (other models are temporarily...
Bestseller No. 17
AIYIMA Tube T6 PRO Bluetooth 5.0 Tube Preamplifier Hi-Fi Headphone Amp Vacuum Tube Preamp for Home...
  • Multiple audio input methods,It Support Bluetooth 5.0/PC-USB/RCA inputs from various devices like iPod, Phone, MP3, TV, DVD players, laptop, desktop...
  • Tube T6 PRO be used as a headphone tube preamplifier,Can Enjoy high-quality lossless music at any time,RCA/3.5mm headphone output(With priority),RCA...
  • QCC3008 Bluetooth 5.0,Support APT-X,APT-X LL lossless transmission,Signal transmission faster and stable,let your enjoy the HiFi sound!
  • Adopt 6Ж1п-EB tube vacuum design for easy replacement(such as 6J1, 6J2, 6AK5, 6AK5W, 6F31 ,6BA6, 6K4п, GE5654, 6Ж1п,etc)provide warm retro tube...
Bestseller No. 18
HiFi Tube Bluetooth Preamp Receiver Balanced XLR/RCA Pre-Amplifier Headphone Amp
  • Multiple audio inputs and outputs: Support Bluetooth/Balanced XLR/RCA input, compatible with most audio sources such as mobile phones, tablets, TV, CD...
  • Noiseless JAN5725W tubes: Equipped with two 5725 vacuum tubes, filter digital sense of sound, effectively improve sound quality, output soft and sweet...
  • Powerful OLED screen display: Intuitively displays Bluetooth connection status/ device volume / EQ sound effects, etc., to let you know the working...
  • High-performance chip: Using QCC5125 Bluetooth module, supporting LDAC 96kHz/24Bit, high transmission and low latency; using CS4344 decoding chip,...
  • Perfect design of appearance and function: Silver-gray body with orange tubes, the overall appearance is exquisite, and the size is just right to...
Bestseller No. 19
Schiit Modi 3E D/A Converter - Delta-Sigma DAC (Black)
  • Featuring the ES9018 delta-sigma DAC and DC-coupled output, Modi 3E delivers exceptional performance along with Schiit’s exclusive Unison USB...
  • Plug Modi 3E into any virtually any computer, streamer, CD player, phone, tablet, or TV. WILL NOT WORK WITH WINDOWS 7 OR EARLIER.
  • Sample Rates and Bit Depths: 16/44.1 to 24/192 via USB, Coax, and Optical.
  • Select different inputs by using the toggle switch conveniently located on the front. On the back, you'll find Coaxial SPDIF, Toslink SPDIF, and USB...
  • Modi 3E ships with a USB to Micro USB cable and a universal 5V USB USA plug wall power adapter for use with coax or optical sources, phones and...
Bestseller No. 20
Aune Flamingo DAC Amp Combo Home Audio Receivers & Amplifiers USB Sound Card Hi-Res 768k/32bit...
  • 1. Make Your Audio System a Tube One! The Flamingo is a compact multifunctional tube audio DAC which can be used in your home, office and a lot of...
  • 2. High Resolution Decoding & Powerful Amp Mastertape-level decoding: USB: up to 32bit/768k DSD512; Coaxial: up to 24bit/384k DoP128. Can be connected...
  • 3. Dual Mode & 7 Filters The Flamingo has not only TUBE MODE but also OP-AMP MODE. Two modes, two different tastes. Together with the 7 filters to...
  • 4. High Spec & Aesthetic Tuning The Flamingo uses high-quality HiFi components like the communication-level FR PCB material, C0G capacitor, low-ripple...
  • Caution: The tube can be hot when the device is working. Do not touch it. The plug is USA-type. To use it in a different region, a corresponding...
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FAQ:

Q: What is the best DAC under $1000?

A: The best tube sounding DAC under $1000 The Hafler HA75-DAC is the perfect option for those who like the old, analog sound of tube circuits. This DAC would be great for use with a record player due to the warm sound, but is also ideal for use with a computer or home theater. Image credit: Hafler Check Amazon

Q: What is the best DAC for visual audiophiles?

A: The best DAC for extreme visual audiophiles. The Chord Hugo 2 is a perfect DAC for those who want tons of flexibility in compatibility and control over the sound of their audio. I highly recommend this DAC for more advanced audiophiles who like to have visual feedback from their DAC.

Q: Which chord DAC should I buy?

A: Chord make several excellent DACs – including the Dave, and the brand-new Qutest – but for sheer range of features, design, sound quality, and value, the Hugo 2 just crushes it.Chord make other terrific high-end DACs, including the $7,000 Hugo TT 2, but the Hugo 2 is the top choice for our money.

Q: What is a DAC (Digital Audio DAC)?

A: A DAC converts digital audio information into analog sound waves that you can hear. DACs are in everything, from cell phones to computers, and more.