It's so crazy how far DAC technology has come. Even 10 or 15 years ago there was no way you could get any kind of decent audio out of a DAC that small

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Very true

@truthx7

Жыл бұрын

And yet the majority of dongles have incompatible issues or poor sound.

@Michiganman08

10 ай бұрын

I think I'm going to return the space light and just get the regular space at 230 mv it's going to be much more powerful than any of these what say you

@TheHonestAudiophile

10 ай бұрын

@Michiganman08 Sounds like a plan.

Thank you very much, this was very timely. I have been pondering the new Topping NX7 and it is an Amp only, so a nice dongle DAC was on my radar to go with it. I use a BTR5 normally, which would likely work, but wasn't sure about that combo, so wanted to see some options.

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you found the video helpful.

I ended up buying the Rhodium based on your recommendation, and it is genuinely the best piece in my collection. The clarity on display no matter what I plug into it, in a form size that I can stick in my pocket, made in materials so it won't break in my pocket, it's absolutely incredible. Thank you Dave, thank you a lot.

@TheHonestAudiophile

6 ай бұрын

Awesome 💯 I'm glad you enjoy the Periodic Audio Rhodium. You're welcome for the suggestion.

😂You can hear my neighbors snowblower in the background 😂 Here is where you can find more information and purchase, please note I wasn't able to find a link for the xDuoo Link original: Periodic Audio Rhodium: periodicaudio.com/products/rh-usb-dac xDuoo Link V2 (2021): www.linsoul.com/products/xduoo-link-v2?_pos=1&_sid=c5089276b&_ss=r ADV-Sound AccessPort Lite: www.adv-sound.com/collections/audio-adapters NextDrive Spectra X:www.nextdrive-spectra.io/ Veclan VE Odyssey HD: www.veclan.com/engappliance_sel_one?eng_ApplianceVo.eac_id=32

This video was extremely necessary because for a long time I wanted to know what the dongle dac you have sounds like. At the moment I don't need it because I bought the zishan z4 and I'm just waiting for it to arrive, but when I change my cell phone in the future I might buy a dac dongle.

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

Awesomeness ❤️

@Dragon-Slay3r

Жыл бұрын

That's disgusting, no wonder

Love the Bills hat

As much as id like to have the best quality, i feel like i really want those buttons, good to hear the xduoo V2 sounds like a good choice as well

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

There are plenty of options with volume control at varying budgets but the xDuoo V2 is a solid option.

Amazing video, as always. Which firmware are you running on the VE Odyssey HD? I personally tried all 3 (24bit/96khz, 24bit/192khz, 32bit/384khz), and I definitely found the latter two cleaner, with slight differences in tuning. 24 bit, 192khz felt like the sweet spot, with slightly warmer tuning, but 32 bit 384khz was a little cleaner, although connecting it to a PC always sets the volume to 100, and you need to reduce it before actually playing any music.

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry, firmware? I don't use the Odyssey HD with PC, am I missing something?

@arjunchoudhry552

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile You didn't know? No worries. Just check the Facebook group of Venture electronics. They have a couple of firmware files that you can use to change the firmware of your Odyssey HD. I've got all 3. If you could share an email address, I'd be happy to share them with you :)

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

Email address is in the description. I don't have FB.

hello dave, you do great videos, do you think the amount of power of these rhodium are better than sonata HD pro?, i have the blon03 and 07 and the PMV PP (i think they require more power) thanks for your great videos......

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

I have only heard the Sonata HD Pro a few times a long time ago. I have no idea about the power output capabilities. I don't recall any significant differences when it comes to power. The Rhodium powers all of my IEM including the 7hz Timeless and Tin Hifi P1 Plus. I am glad you enjoy the videos. Thank you for the kind words, greatly appreciated.

@Devi_1

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile 7hz vs moondrop Kato which is better

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/qax2paqIaZycc84.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/Y2aTvNCBeK2oicY.html Comparison made in the reviews.

Thank you soo much! was looking for some good dongle as my earphone has some white noise! hahaha

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Glad you found the video helpful. Thanks for watching and commenting.

Hi, how do these Rhodium compare with a dedicated DAP like say Sony NW A105 ? Is a phone with an good dongle a better solution for driving IEMs or are DAPs still better in terms of sound quality ?. Thanks.

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

For streaming purposes phone and dongle are perfect. For more local files/downloaded music and streaming a DAP is more suitable. The Rhodium is very clean and neutral sounding and is more tuned like the Sony NW-WM1a as the NW-A105 I have is more warm and lush. Overall power and drive capabilities the DAP have more then a dongle. But the Rhodium will power all the IEM I have in house.

Is the Periodic Audio Rhodium (PAR) a DAC & AMP? So would I just need my phone, IEM's and the PAR and I'm set? So how does an iFi Go Blu or btr5 play in to this? Does an iFi Go Blu or brt5 replace the dongle? Is the iFI Go Blu better than a dongle?

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, the PAR is a DAC and amp and all you need is your phone and IEM and the PAR. As for the BTR5 or GoBlu, they connect your phone via bluetooth to your IEM. I do not believe that the BTR5 or GoBlu are better than the PAR but you do get the wireless capabilities that you lose with the PAR. I would pick the PAR as my dongle of choice over any BT DAC/Amp/dongle.

Moondrop Dawn or Periodic Audio Rhodium? Using Moondrop kato btw. Also, been using the VIVO Type-C dongle would buying one from the two make a difference?

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Sorry for the delay in responding. The Periodic Audio Rhodium pairs nicely with the Moondrop Kato. I haven't heard the VIVO dongle.

They all have dead flat frequency response and could only vary in output power so the illusion of difference will come from having different volume levels but at the same volume all of those should sound identical

Hello, do you know if the Periodic Audio Rhodium is enough to drive the Shure SRH840a (which has an impendance of 40ohms and a sensitivity of 97dB/mW)? On a calculator online I found that for 110dB on these headphones (not that I plan to listen so loud) it would require 20mW and 0.89Vrms, but is that cutting it too close to the 30mW and 1Vrms of the DAC? Will there be distortion?

@TheHonestAudiophile

9 ай бұрын

You'd be better off with a more powerful device.

Could you do a video on dacs for USBc iPhone? I’ve heard so many different things about quality

@TheHonestAudiophile

8 ай бұрын

Most dongle DAC are compatible with IOS/MAC. I do not use iPhone, IOS or MAC devices as I use Android and PC. Most mfg will list on the specs whether or not a device is compatible with IOS/MAC. There shouldn't be a difference whether or not a dongle is paired with IOS/MAC/PC/Android as the source; all that should sound different is the differences in the actual DAC chip and other internal components of the dongle.

Thank you for sharing this information. Do I get it right: all of these are dongles that support an inline microphone so that it is actually possible to make phone calls with wired 3.5mm jack headsets?

@TheHonestAudiophile

9 ай бұрын

Not all dongles support inline mic. I'd confirm the specs for that. I don't use or test that option.

@TeknoPhil84

9 ай бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile ok thank you. I don't get the value from being deprived of a mic on a smartphone, but that's another discussion. Have a good day.

@TheHonestAudiophile

9 ай бұрын

The purpose of these DAC/Amp dongles is for music playback not really for microphones. SInce the removal of the headphone jack from most phones the dongle has been the connection for portable on the go music playback. These dongles are also compatible with computers and laptops as a lot of onboard soundboards are mediocre quality. Quite a few of the dongles do have mic input/output capabilities. Also these are quite advanced DAC chips and amp chips that will outperform a lot of onboard chips, not all but a lot. Personally I don't get a lot of phone calls and don't use a microphone on a regular basis so I don't include that in the reviews. There are a lot of other reviewers who do mic tests, if you need additional information. Also, the specs on the dongle will advise if it is mic compatible. Sorry I wasn't able to give you the exact information you were seeking.

Thanks for the video but I'm confused. I have a Samsung Galaxy S10E which has a 3.5mm headphone jack. Do I need a dongle for better sound to my wired Sennheiser HD599's or is the headphone jack in the phone the same audio quality? Thanks.

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

I have never heard the S10SE so I can't offer a comparison. I have been using a dongle for the last 4 phones that I have owned because they all went to usb-c only. An external dac/amp dongle can and most likely will enhance the experience. BUT I can't confirm it with a direct test.

Thanks for testing these out! The issue I have with adapter dongles is that they drain phone battery noticeably faster (~50% faster) than just having a phone with a good dedicated DAC-AMP and headphone jack like the LG V50 or ROG Phone 5. For that reason I instead bought the Hidizs S9 Pro sporting a desktop grade ES9038Q2M DAC-AMP for high ohm headphones that could use the dedicated AMPing. For me, if a USB-C dongle is gonna draw excess power regardless it's go big or go home 🤙

@thiscorrosion900

Жыл бұрын

I don't even use my iPhone for headphone listening anyway. Instead I stick with my Fiio X1 lossless player and the Fiio Mont Blanc A5 amp. All I need for now. I run the iPhone through my car system a good deal for music and other content. I never have battery drain issues with either device.

I did not know anything about those but i found the Google dongle that I ordered for my Pixel 6 is not so bad ! Is it really worth the upgrade for one of those ? Wich one would you recommend for the Moondrop Kato ? (Also the periodic work with Android ?)

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

I am an Android user only. I highly recommend the Periodic Audio Rhodium with the Kato.

@JPC326

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile thanks !

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure, you're welcome ❤️

Dave I have XDuoo V2 link grey (2021) and headphones Beyerdynamic 900 DT pro x. I listen to Amazon music unlimited now and the sound is amazing for me. Later I ll try more expensive DAC.

@TheHonestAudiophile

6 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoy your setup. Thanks for sharing.

Hello sir, After connecting the headphones to this do the mic, previous track, next track work in the headphones? I mean in line controls.Thanks

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

To be honest, I don't use inline mic controls very much at all. Most of my gear has no mic or no inline controls.

Can this be used with the Periodic Audio Nickel amp? Would love to know how that combination works.

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Sorry I have not heard or used the Periodic Audio Nickel.

Is jcally jm10 good? I have the jcally jm20 but it doesnt pair with my titan s well cause it becomes too bright and fatiguing? Ive heard from some written written reviews that its reference grade and very neutral sounding too and not painfull for long music listening like the jm20 .

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Sorry, haven't heard the JCally JM10

So I found a Bose computer speakers set that has the old-school audio Jack. I’m looking for something to connect those to my MacBook Pro. It’s a 2021 MacBook. Would this dongle work? The Bose have their own power btw. Ty

@TheHonestAudiophile

9 ай бұрын

It should work but I've never used it that way.

periodic audio rhodium dac not available in my country brother I missed this product.

Hello! I do have a question. I'm not an audiophile at all but I am starting to learn little by little. I have a Google pixel 7 pro and the onboard DAC is pretty terrible. Plus the Google USBC dongle isn't great either. The main issue I have with the audio is the volume. Even at 100% it's just not loud enough. If I were to buy the Periodic Audio Rhodia, would I have louder volume as well as better sound quality?

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Depends on what IEM you're using but yes the volume should increase and the sound quality will improve.

@trevorrenkevens4720

Жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile I currently have the Sony MDR-XB55APs, To me they sound great and a lot of people like them as well. What IEM/Earbuds would you recommend for great sound? Thank you for your time and Merry Christmas.

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Sorry haven't heard the Sony you reference. What is your budget for an IEM? Here is a link to my tier list, please pay attention to the ranking grade tab. docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nRHnsP_4vLg9DlD9kwJ6gQuEQFqhTR0lnrkxXo3AMG8/edit?usp=drivesdk

@trevorrenkevens4720

Жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile My Budget is around $75 to $150. I tend to like in-ear more than over-the-ear, especially if they have foam tips. Thank you for your list btw.

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

You are welcome for the list, hope it helps with your decision making. If you can find these on sale, I highly recommend them: Tin Hifi P1 Max Moondrop Kato

Hey man I know you havent used the 3.5mm much, but do you notice a faster depletion of your battery life when you use the USB-C DAC? Thats the only thing keeping me from getting them. It feels like the battery on my S10+ dies kinda fast and i cant afford it to drain much faster. Thanks!

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

I don't notice much difference at all in battery life but I don't use dongles for long listening sessions. I'm usually only using them for an hour or less. Plus I have access to phone charging most of the time. Sorry I'm not the best source for battery endurance test.

@profound369

Жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile thanks!

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

My pleasure, you're welcome

I have 2 Xduoo Link 2 dongles. Great ones.

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoy them.

Hi Dave. I ended up getting Periodic Audio after watching your review on it but im wondering if you know anything of it's durability? I've only had it for a few weeks but already notice it going staticy if It bends at certain angles

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

I've had mine a year and it works like it is a day old.

@qwertyq4073

Жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile Maybe I just got unlucky and got a faulty one, I'll just get it replaced for another one. Thanks Dave

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Yeah that's where I would begin. I'm sure Periodic Audio will be glad to assist especially with warranty.

@dilip_1997

Жыл бұрын

@@qwertyq4073 was the replacement any good?

@chadpurser

8 ай бұрын

Lots of complaints on the Amazon product page.

Hello i have sennheiser hd600 and i buy flac,i listen to them on my mobile phone samsung galaxy s10 and on my pc with normal card its asus nitro and id like to know which dongle or dac would you buy right now. Which one do you think its the best . Thank you in advance.

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

To be honest, I've not found dongles that have the power to accurately push the HD600.

Hey Dave, great review. I'm sold on the periodic audio rhodia! but you mentioned you wouldn't use a dongle with a desktop setup. This has thrown me as i want to connect my android phone into my car audio via aux but also have the ability to connect to my mixer at home to play through my monitors. Given what you've said, what other/better method is there to connect my phone to my desktop setup?

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 ай бұрын

You could use the Periodic Audio Rhodium as the DAC but you are connecting with 3.5mm output to your mixer. I think an external DAC would be a better way to connect your computer to your mixer.

@223goBOOM

2 ай бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile thanks for the reply Dave, so my pc is connected to my mixer but sometimes my pc isn't on and i just want to connect my phone into the mixer via 3.5mm to play music briefly, i used to but my new phone is usb c only.

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 ай бұрын

@@223goBOOM for that use case it would probably work adequately but I wouldn't use it regularly as that's why you have a PC.

@223goBOOM

2 ай бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile Okay thanks again Dave, keep doing your thing!

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 ай бұрын

My pleasure, you're welcome

Is there a adapter that can both charge and listen to audio at the same time you can recommend?

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Sorry I have to come across one

Just got it and i gotta say.....WOW! Compared to the many others ive owned, its the best. I use it through my Samsung galaxy s20 plus to 3.5mm aux input on my jbl boombox 3 streaming Qobuz and its amazing!!!

@TheHonestAudiophile

4 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoy the Rhodium. Thanks for the impressions.

Great review! I love small dac/amps, great for portable use on laptops and phones. Have you had the chance to try Avani and Abigail sold by Venture Electronics? I just ordered them.

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

I haven't heard those, sorry.

@teok8855

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile cheap dongles sold on ali, the avani uses the same dac chip as the Rhodium.

@SanceShaji

2 жыл бұрын

@@teok8855 are you sure that the Periodic Audio Rhodium uses the same DAC as the way cheaper Avani ?

Thanks!

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure, you're welcome.

can you please recommend a dongle with type-c in to my android and the other end has aux as well as type-c both to connect to my 2 microphones? thanks

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Sorry I have no knowledge of such a dongle.

I use FOSI N2 portable Headphone Amplifier for cellphone and it makes my headphones sound great with videos/music compared to Bluetooth and direct phone connection

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

Haven't heard the Fosi N2. Glad you enjoy it.

@DroidLocks6971

Жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile I send fosi n2 back due to repeated issues . I have letshouer s12 iem with 2.5 cable an S9 pro dac Amp dongle and iam hearing music in my music that was never audible before

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the impressions. Glad you enjoy the S12.

Do dongles boost volume if they are active? I’ve been looking everywhere for an answer. Thanks

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Simple answer, Yes

@kamenridergeiz9490

Жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile wonderful! All I needed to know 😂

first of all , youre part of bills mafia , so you get points lol. question though , i do alot of audio/recording with my laptop , some of the cheap usb c dongles ive got on amazon have a latency , and some will almost shut off if there is no sound coming through them. its strange . i guess my question is , have you noticed any kind of latency with these dongles?

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Hmmm that is a good question. I haven't used them much if at all for voice chat and not at all for recording. I don't watch many videoes either. So I can say I haven't noticed latency issues in my music listening. Sorry, I am not much help. Let's GO Bills!

Go bills! Mafia in the house!

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

Go Bills!!!

Do you know of or can you recommend a dongle that also will charge while playing audio

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Sorry I am not aware of any USB-C dongles that can charge while playing audio.

Umm hello sir . I am really confused about what should i use for my kz zsn pro in my android nothing phone 2. I am really worried about the audio quality getting bad . So please help me on what should i buy.

@TheHonestAudiophile

5 ай бұрын

Hiby FC3 is a solid option.

What's your impressions of Link2 duo Bal? Is it better than the rhodium?

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry heard the Link 2 balanced, I've only heard the Link 2 with 3.5mm output

@Thoughtflux

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile *link2 bal. I'm using the balanced s12 with it. Sounds great. I listen to mostly rock & metal. This is my first hifi earphones. I have headphones setup and never thought it could all become portable one day. Thank you for all your honest reviews!

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure, you're welcome ❤️

Hey man, can dongle DAC connect to portable amp like topping nx4 dsd?

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

If the amp has a 3.5mm input then yes. Sorry I have no experience with the Topping NX4.

I found that using the apple usb C to 3.5 on my s23 ultra lowers the output volume significantly . Had the same issue with my s22 ultra . When compared to the lighting to 3.5mm which is significantly louder and full sounding. I wonder if its hust an android issue wiht how low the output is

@TK-lw9hx

Жыл бұрын

I am in the exact same boat. S23U + 7HZ Timeless + Apple dongle = muted sound. I'm trying to order the OEM Samsung adapter but it's unavailable everywhere. What did you end up buying?

@Tweed_Tone

Жыл бұрын

@@TK-lw9hx hey, i went for the Periodic Audio "Rhodium" High Res USB-C Headphone DAC/amp. sounds great and rich for lossless audio. I heard that samsung one is fairly cheaply made. There are other options there.

@PeterKoperdan

8 ай бұрын

It's an Android issue. You need to use a special audio player app that bypasses that issue - such as the USB Audio Player PRO.

Which dongle is best for microphone? Rode shotgun mic standard headphone jack male to USB c phone

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

I don't use a microphone with a dongle so I don't know the answer to your question. I use the Rode Podcaster USB microphone which connects via USB C directly into my phone, no dongle required.

Hey i just randomly stumbled upon this vid and i wonder how problematic it is if i buy a phone without a headphone jack and using one of these dongles instead.. is it a worse audio quality than a normal headphone jack? how much worse if so?

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

Considering that I haven't had a phone with a headphone jack in about 4 years I have nothing to compare. I do think that having a quality DAC/amp will enhance the experience. I have tried my various dongles with my laptops and it is an improvement.

@Ori_Ovadia

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile Thank you for the reply. To be honest im not an audiophile so im just wondering about this because im about to buy a new phone and it may not have a headphone jack (still thinking between a few models) so it may be a problem for me in terms of basic audio quality vs 'stock' 3.5mm headphones... The 10$ DAC you've mentioned is out of stock on that website (any other places to buy it? couldnt find on ebay) and the rest are a bit on the pricy side considering my selected headphones anyway (the free samsung earphones you get with the old S7). So i went to ebay and found other DACs (made sure they're digital too) for ~10-15$, by Ugreen mostly. My question is if im gonna have an audio quality loss compared to just using the headphones with a 3.5mm port instead.. Since nothing in my situation is remotely close to professional grade, i wouldnt think it will even matter, but i just want to make sure before i purchase a phone without such port. Hope this can be clarified, and thanks!

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

I've told you all that I can about dongles vs headphone jack from phone. I have no experience with ugreen products. I have no experience in 4 years with a phone with a headphone jack.

@Ori_Ovadia

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile Alright, thanks for the replies!

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure, you're welcome.

I Need Something Good For My Speakers In My Car. What's The Cheapest Price One Youll Recommend?

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

Are you using into your car stereo?

Is it possible to use an USB C to AUX cable, USB C being the car audio source and 3.5mm aux going to external DAC for iPhone ? Or will the headunit not recognize it

@TheHonestAudiophile

5 ай бұрын

I am not sure how that would work. You could use a usb-c dongle to 3.5mm into the car audio but I don't believe you can do it in reverse.

@bobbylight8618

5 ай бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile ya I tried doing it in my car and it didn’t recognize the phone. Only wired source I have in my car is a USB C. My headunit supports lossless files but is there any sort of DAC or cable I can use that goes from lightning to USB-C ? I only find 3.5mm output ones

@TheHonestAudiophile

5 ай бұрын

@bobbylight8618 um that I don't know, I don't use Apple products, sorry. Amazon might have something though, you can most anything on there 😂

@bobbylight8618

5 ай бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile lol ya Ik, I looked on Amazon but didn’t really find anything besides a short USB C to Lightning HiFi cable that I might try out. I used to use a dragonfly DAC on my old car, which had an AUX cord and it really brought the sound to life and it also served as a preamp. Just trying to find an alternative now that the only source I have is USB C or Bluetooth

@TheHonestAudiophile

5 ай бұрын

Sorry, I'm lost when it comes to anything Apple

hello, a question: what is the function of this object? Thanks for sharing your knowledge

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

it is a portable dac/amp for use with a phone that doesn't have a headphone out or sounds horrible with the headphone out or to upgrade output on another device like a DAP that has usb-c capabilities. In my experience the portable dac/amps upgrade the quality of sonics from my phones.

@gaetanoalessandro286

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile Hi, thanks a lot for your really prompt reply. Thank you.

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

@@gaetanoalessandro286 My pleasure, you're welcome.

@misterperson7070

Жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile Hi, sorry I had a related question. Does the periodic DAC support mic usage on android if I have an inline mic on my iem(its some cheap kz zs5, don't if its real or fake but looks real to me)

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

I honestly don't know. I don't use inline mic cables.

I was looking to get some better audio with my Galaxy s10 and saw a test of the pixel dongle that manage to output over twice the Vrms than the stock 3.5mm jack. Looking for the best usb C dongle and see that most people recommend pixel v1 dongle or the apple USB c one.

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Sorry haven't heard the Pixel dongle and I didn't care for the Apple dongle with my Samsung Note 10,.

@jvinsnes

Жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile Whats ypur experience on dongle vs built-in 3.5mm? Is the dongle better?

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Yes, I find that most dongles are superior to built-in 3.5mm. I recommend these dongles: Periodic Audio Rhodium Hiby FC3 Hiby FC4 NextDrive Spectra X Moondrop Dawn

@jvinsnes

Жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile Cool, I'll look into those, thank you. The test I saw compared stock samsung to stock Apple adapter. Both being really good, samsung ended up winning. Are these third party one often better? I'm looking to ditch my car headunit and go straight from 3.5mm to amplifiers for all speakers

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Sorry, I don't have much experience as of late with phone outputs as I have been using a phone without one for awhile. I use dongles on a regular/daily basis and from the previous experiences that I have with headphone outputs the dongles are better.

please please please review audeze XC latest revision

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion, will see if one is available for review.

nice

You have mentioned that you don't use a DAC dongle for PC. So, if I were to use a Shuoer s12 on my pc, DAC dongle is not necessary? *I currently don't have any amp/DAC using my pc, just straight to the 3.5mm motherboard jack*

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

If you don't have a desktop setup, DAC and amplifier, to use with your PC, it would be wise to invest in either a dongle DAC/Amp or a desktop setup. Going straight out from the 3.5mm will not be sufficient in my opinion. I've not had good experiences doing it that way.

@eljrzy1513

Жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile thanks for the fast reply would Abigail DAC is a good starting point?

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

@@eljrzy1513 I actually just got one in for review. It is a good starting point.

@eljrzy1513

Жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile Thank you will definitely check it out!

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

My pleasure, you're welcome.

How would you compare and choose another Top pick you had which I bought; the Tanchjim Space lite and this Periodic?

@TheHonestAudiophile

10 ай бұрын

Periodic Rhodium is more neutral and analytical leaning and the Space is a little warmer tonality with a slightly wider stage. The detail retrieval and resolution are similar.

Odyssey HD looks perfect but it looks to be discontinued. Any other options in a similar price range that has a similar quality? Thanks.

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

The only other one similar is the Periodic Audio Rhodium but is a lot more pricey.

@Alex_564

Жыл бұрын

What about the other velcan models?

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

@@Alex_564 I have only heard the Abigail and it is warmer then the Odysee.

@Alex_564

Жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile darn it. How does it compare to the stock pixel dongle? What do you suggest I pair with a Fiio iem for my Pixel?

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Sorry haven't heard a stock Pixel dongle. Here's a link to my rankings list, all sorts of dongle listed docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nRHnsP_4vLg9DlD9kwJ6gQuEQFqhTR0lnrkxXo3AMG8/edit?usp=drivesdk

...I want to buy abidagil or abidagil pro. But what is the difference between the two?

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Sorry haven't heard the Pro variant.

It's all in the DAC chip. Most use realtek . Expensive models have built in amp with the dac chip

Can suggest best dongle for recording audio? I'm using Lav mic

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

So like for podcasts or Livestream? I use the Rode Podcaster USB mic. The Rode NTB Mini is an excellent choice.

@cocopommel2306

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile I'm using it for travel and vlogs, thanks!

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

@@cocopommel2306 my pleasure, you're welcome. Sorry I don't have experience with lavaliere type.

If my Samsung S10 has a headphone jack, would using a dongle improve the sound please? I have the Kotori Dauntless.

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

I haven't used a daily phone with a headphone jack in about4 years. BUT my wife has a Samsung S10 and when I have borrowed her phone and used a dongle, I do hear an improvement in sound.

@AwaisMahmood57

Жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile Thank you very much, does the Rhodium have a wider sound stage compared to the Odyssey please?

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Similar stage width but the Rhodium is more accurate in depth and layering and imaging.

@AwaisMahmood57

Жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile Thank you very much :), I am looking forward to your review of the TruthEars Zero X Crinicle 😃

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

If a Crinacle TruthEars Zero is provided or the funds become available then I will for sure give it a listen and review.

Good one Dave. FINALLY, a dongle that will work with IOS. I've been waiting quite a while for this one. Thanks. The Apple one is mediocre at best. Hope you and the family are well. :-)

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

Glad to help. You are welcome. Look forward to your impressions if you choose to pick one up.

@herb601

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile I did order one and I will let you know my thoughts. Thanks again. L

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

Awesomeness. Family is doing well. Thanks

I've tried a few different dongles, and they all produce a mono signal. Do you know of one that produces stereo signal?

@TheHonestAudiophile

7 ай бұрын

Not exactly sure how this would happen as a properly built USB dongle should reproduce left signal and right signal channels for stereo. Here are a few things I would check; IEM/Headphone cable is connected properly at all points; use correct TRS/TRRS cables for appropriate dongle outputs; verify PC/Laptop/Phone isn't setup to output as mono; ensure headphone/IEM isn't broken and thus only reproducing in mono. I have not had a USB dongle reproduce in mono except when I didn't connect properly or had a setting wrong.

@AdamOnVinyl

7 ай бұрын

@TheHonestAudiophile I've tried it with 2 different phones, s21 and s23, but it's just mono on both. Out of my mixer to phone, it's just getting signal our of the left channel. When I use it for headphones out my phone and play a video on KZread that has stereo, it won't play in stereo. I've looked out my settings on the phone, and I don't see anything.

@TheHonestAudiophile

7 ай бұрын

You have me stumped, none of the 20 USB dongles I have run in mono mode unleess I am doing something wrong as I mentioned previous.

@AdamOnVinyl

7 ай бұрын

@TheHonestAudiophile I've tried 6 different dongles, and they are all just pulling from the left channel. So I got a rca cable left and right that goes to mono as a workaround.

i have a bluetooth headphone that uses usb c as alternate input ,trying to connect it to a 3.5(xbox controller/monitor out), how can i do this

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Is the cable input to the headphone USB C or a 3.5 input?

@alifnukman8864

Жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile 3.5 as input to an usb-c out(to headphone),works on laptop but not directly from monitor

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Can you use a standard 3.5 to 3.5 cable or does the USB C power the headphone?

@alifnukman8864

Жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile only usb c for headphone for audio and also power

DO these works on laptop ? does the mic with headset works together ?

@TheHonestAudiophile

8 ай бұрын

If your laptop has USB-C connection it will work. If the dongle has inline mic capabilities it should work with your laptop. I don't use them that way so I can't confirm.

@nanezferrer3565

8 ай бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile thanks man '

I own the khadas tone2 pro, ibasso dc05 and tried the fiio ka3 and tried them with tin hifi t3 plus, dt770 80ohm and etymotic er2se and heard almost 0 difference between these 3.

@diudiamoustache7765

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I'd say the same. There are some minor changes, but I perceived them as more of a tonal change - neutral or slightly v-shaped for instance. And I was listening from a DCA Aeons, Elegias, Sony iems, so stuff that is supposed to be resolving enough. On sensitive iems there might be some noise for instance, or cheap of the shelf dongles can lack bass or power, or have something wrong going on in highs, making them noticeably harsh. Though when it comes to all our audiophile stuff - yeh, not much of a difference there. Which is good.

@mangodoy1144

Жыл бұрын

i heard the UA3 AKM chip sound diff from ESS chip

does usb c dongle drain smartphone battery excessively?

@TheHonestAudiophile

8 ай бұрын

Depends on the phone in my experience and some dongles drain battery more than others. Another factor is how loud you listen and if you are streaming and doing other things on phone at same time.

Hey I got paid Tidal, so will this decode MQA ?

@TheHonestAudiophile

11 ай бұрын

That depends on the dongle, whether you are using Apple or Android with an app like UAPP or Hiby Music. I do not know how it works with Apple.

👍

I couldn't find the Periodic in 4.4mm configuration. Bummer.

@TheHonestAudiophile

10 ай бұрын

I don't know if there is a 4.4mm configuration of the Rhodium. I have a 3.5mm version. You could message Periodic Audio and see if they can make one.

Can u review new Moondrop dawn 3.5

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the suggestion.

I'm using venture electronic Abigail pro😊

@TheHonestAudiophile

8 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoy the VE Abigail Pro.

@faisalfirdausiinn4708

7 ай бұрын

it does not support Windows 7 isn't it since no drivers available...?

Where i can buy de ve Odyssey hd ?

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

sadly the Odyssey HD has been discontinued

Do any of these work with a Pixel 6 Pro? Thanks.

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

Any USB-C dongle would work with the Pixel 6 Pro.

@jeffparryncc1701

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile Great. Thanks :)

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure, you're welcome

Hey,Bro! Thank you for your video. Does Rhodium dac work with my Ipad Air 2022, please? Thank you so much!

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

I don't know as I have no experience with Apple products. But a few friends and subscribers of the channel say the Rhodium works with the iPhone. You could ask Periodic Audio customer service that question, they should have the answer.

@distanthealer95

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile Thank you, Sir! Very much appreciated!

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

@@distanthealer95 my pleasure, you're welcome

I have a S21 ultra, however I can only use aux cords and dongles that require a dac chip to connect to my car. The Rhodium fits that criteria?

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Sure, that should work

Wonder where Moondrops Moon River 2 would rank among these

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

I wonder as well. I hope to get to hear and review one at some point. Hopefully one will be provided to the channel.

Which one would you recommend for a galaxy s20?

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Any of them will work with the S20 it just depends on what sound signature you desire and what IEM you are using.

@jonesofosu-baah1160

Жыл бұрын

@the Honest Audiophile the best quality with the warmest sound.

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

There are a few that fit that presentation for me. AudioEngine DAC3 Hiby FC4 Nextdrive Spectra X

Thank you for letting me know that VE has it's dongle. I just can't make my mind if I need one. I have OnePlus Nord2,which,I suppose has it's internal dac. The most straight way is to take OnePlus dongle,but they have terrible support,and I can't order one.

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

I'd go with a dongle over a phone output. But I haven't had a phone with a 3.5 output in a very long time.

@doomsc-roller

Жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile My phone doesn't have 3.5 output. If I understand right,my phone outputs analog signal right away, without help of external device, although i.e. Samsung smartphones doesn't convert digital to analog internally. So, that is why I am not sure I will have some benefits from using different fancy dongles...

What about apple type c to 3.5mm dongle I have to buy one for my ipad pro and I have two options Either one from venture electronics or apple … which one should i buy

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry I'm an Android and PC user through and thru. Many apple users have said the Periodic Audio Rhodium is great but I have only used the Rhodium with Android. Sorry.

Do you have links to these dongle dacs?

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

Please see the description for the ones that are currently available

@JohnScheppler

2 жыл бұрын

@the Honest Audiophile that's why I asked I didn't see any of the dongle dacs listed. All I saw were headphones and other products not the dongle dacs you mentioned.

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

I am sorry, that was my error, I didn't update the description as I thought I had. Here is a list of the dongles and I have updated the description as well. I am sorry for the response earlier. Periodic Audio Rhodium: periodicaudio.com/products/rh-usb-dac xDuoo Link V2 (2021): www.linsoul.com/products/xduoo-link-v2?_pos=1&_sid=c5089276b&_ss=r ADV-Sound AccessPort Lite: www.adv-sound.com/collections/audio-adapters NextDrive Spectra X:www.nextdrive-spectra.io/ Veclan VE Odyssey HD: www.veclan.com/engappliance_sel_one?eng_ApplianceVo.eac_id=32

@berndkilian7774

8 ай бұрын

I know it is a 1 year old post, but could you make a comparison of the build quality between the old xDuoo Link (black orange) and the new version? I had great problems if the cable bent to much (over 45°) with sound dropouts & the tuning (use it with Aful Performer 5 and you know what I mean). I only bought it because it has a play/ pause button and I'm really disappointed with it.

@TheHonestAudiophile

8 ай бұрын

@berndkilian7774 Basically same build quality

Hey i need some Help, i search a good dongle for a deep bass boost cuz i listen mostly HipHop Music and Pop, so any recommendation?

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

Well the only dongles that I know that have bass boost function are the iFi Go Blu and Go Bar. But there are some quality dongles that offer fantastic sonics that I highly recommend even though they lack the bass boost. Periodic Audio Rhodium Hiby FC3 Hiby FC4 Nextdrive Spectra X xDuoo Link V2

@AlgerieHD

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile thanks :)

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure, you're welcome.

The Venture Electronics Odyssey HD dongle is currently out of stock.

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

That's a bummer.

@JovanKK

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, do you have any other recommendation for similar price range? Thanks in advance

Thoughts on Abigail?

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

I've not heard Abigail

@thomasre9382

10 ай бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile It uses the same chip as the Periodic Audio Rhodium, so top tier basically. but cheaper.

@TheHonestAudiophile

10 ай бұрын

Coolio 👍😎

@thomasre9382

10 ай бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile Yep, 15 bucks, a lot cheaper than the periodic for the same chip. It is the best budget dongle for sure.

Is it work surrounded?

What About The THX ONYX

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry haven't heard the THX Onyx

I still love my dragonfly cobalt with iems.🥰

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

I've only heard the Dragonfly Red, really need to hear a Cobalt.

@tinostarks

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile between the Dragonfly Red and the Rhodium which do u prefer?

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

I haven't heard the AQ Dragonfly Red since I reviewed it several years ago. Honestly I don't even remember enough to compare it. Sorry.

lam using pixel 6a phone, 1k budget la type c to 3.5mm dac and 1k budget la iem suggest bro especially for music hear.

I'm so tired of these dongles crackling like crazy if i so much a move the cable.

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Interesting. I've not experienced such an issue. Sorry for your frustrations.

Odyssey HD is out dated hardware. the realtek ac5686 is a upgraded version.

@TheHonestAudiophile

10 ай бұрын

Might be outdated but still sounds good. Sure there are better options and revisions but for when this video was made it was a solid option. Thanks for watching, commenting and subscribing.

So a six dollar one from Walmart probably won't sound too good?

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 ай бұрын

Unicorns do exist but the chances of finding one are slim.

@enlightenmenttv2287

2 ай бұрын

​@@TheHonestAudiophile Appreciate it

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 ай бұрын

My pleasure, you're welcome

I’ve heard some good things about the Hidiz S9 pro

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion, I'll give it a look see and try to get one for review.

@sorcerermax5111

2 жыл бұрын

I had it long back, sold it happily. It is splashy treble focused, bass roll off, metallic timbre, narrow soundstage width, thin sounding. Odyssey HD sounds much better than S9 Pro

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

@@sorcerermax5111 Thanks for the impressions.

GO BILLS! Atta boy, Dave. #AudiophileMembersOfBillsMafia

I use an 8dollar kinsound dongle for my phone to iem. Tried this dongle from my laptop to my desktop setup and the result was amazingly exceptional no kidding. Hence i find it difficult to justify purchase of a 300 to 500 dollar desktop dac.

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

Depends on your needs, I totally understand.

Why do you need this if the FOLD 4 has DSD decode internally i dont understand

@TheHonestAudiophile

11 ай бұрын

Fold 4 has no headphone jack so the dongle is needed to use any wired IEM or headphone. Also some dongles have better DAC than the internals of a phone but I've not used a Fold 4 so I don't know if that is the case with it.

@ET2carbon

11 ай бұрын

@TheHonestAudiophile yeah do me a favor read the internal DAC chip specs in the fold series. It's simular to what Sony was doing in their DSD ready phones. The fold will play out without a dac dongle. Just a straight usbc analog out works

@TheHonestAudiophile

11 ай бұрын

Go ahead and try connecting your 3.5mm IEM to the USB-C and see if it produces sound. You need the dongle to convert the digital signal to analog.

@ET2carbon

11 ай бұрын

@TheHonestAudiophile I use the analog attachment to listen losslessly in audi bose 3d system but it isn't with the DAC DONGLE. if you do that, you're not going to be accessing the internal decoder of the fold which is audiophile grade. You could be turning people away from already great audio by having the external DAC chip decode at a worse level.

@ET2carbon

11 ай бұрын

@TheHonestAudiophile Audio Stereo speakers Surround sound with Dolby Atmos technology (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus included) Ultra high quality audio playback UHQ 32-bit & DSD64/128 support PCM: Up to 32 bits, DSD: DSD64/128 Audio playback format MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, WMA, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, APE, DSF, DFF Bluetooth Dual Audio: connect two Bluetooth devices to the Galaxy Z Fold4 to play audio through the two devices simultaneously SSC (Samsung Seamless Codec): enhanced Bluetooth connection under ambient radio frequency interference Recording Recording quality is improved with the High AOP Mic that minimizes distortion in noisy environments. *DSD64 and DSD128 playback can be limited depending on the file format. *The two Bluetooth-connected devices may exhibit a slight difference in sound output. *Samsung Seamless Codec available only for certain accessories made by Samsung.

I have a Pixel 6a and have to use a dongle to listen with headphones. The biggest problem I have is how much it reduces volume. I thought all dongles were basically the same.

@TheHonestAudiophile

9 ай бұрын

Dongles aren't all the same. To drive headphones you need more power and a lot of dongles just don't have enough power.

@mbustube1

9 ай бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile I'm just finding that out. Now I have to find the best one.

@TheHonestAudiophile

9 ай бұрын

@mbustube1 what headphone are you trying to drive with a dongle?

I bet my last dollar that you couldn't hear the difference in a blindfold test

@TheHonestAudiophile

4 ай бұрын

Possible. Why don't you setup a blind test for both us and let's see if either can hear the differences. Thanks for watching, commenting and subscribing.

@joecharpentier6636

4 ай бұрын

Oh you can. I promise that. I own many and it's the best by far. Samsung galaxy s20 plus to Rhodium to 3.5mm cord to aux in on my jbl boombox 3. Streaming Qobuz using USB audio player pro, the sound is so much better.

Vs Apple Dongle ?

You want the one that will push anything and crystal clear with zero distortion.......HIDIZS S3 PRO

@TheHonestAudiophile

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion

All of these wouldn't be necessary if companies just included headphone jacks.

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

I disagree. Yes headphone jacks can sound good BUT not all of them do. Think of it like an external DAC and amplifier on a desktop setup, they all can bring different sonics to the presentation.

@steilhander_II

Жыл бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile most jacks on premium phones sound good, imo

@TheHonestAudiophile

Жыл бұрын

@@steilhander_II I disagree as I've had numerous premium phones from LG, Samsung and OnePlus that had headphone jack and they were adequate but not quality. I've found over the years that a quality dongle is superior. To each their own, I'm glad you enjoy your phones headphone jack.