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SMSL VMV D1se2 DAC Fantastic DAC utilising the next gen ES9039MSPRO chip. Sounds very natural, detailed and crisp, and the filter and dsp tonal options give it a huge range of flexibility. This was feeding my Ferrum Oor in my mastering studio, with great results. Please note - this is the new V2, not the V1. As new condition in box. Condition: As new in box Payment Method: EFT, Cash, Paypal Region/State: (VIC) Victoria/Australia By BDH3820 0 Comments AUD $850 Date: July 15, 20241 yr
This is a seller’s market for this DAC at A$850: against your local comp set, it sits well above the A$430 75th percentile and far above the A$214 median, so it reads ambitious rather than competitive. It would need a strong premium justification to feel easy to swallow, because on the numbers alone it’s pricing like a top-end outlier, not a normal used buy.
That said, the model itself is a desirable piece: SMSL’s VMV line is aimed at serious DAC performance in a compact format, and these units are usually bought for their clean conversion, modern feature set, and strong measured-value reputation. If the listing includes the original box, remote, power supply, and the unit is genuinely like-new with low hours, that helps, but it still looks priced for someone specifically chasing this exact model rather than a broad-value buyer.
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SMSL, founded in 2009 as Foshan ShuangMuSanLin Technology Co., Ltd. in Shenzhen, China, emerged from the country's burgeoning tech hub to specialize in digital audio innovation. The company quickly expanded with a Hong Kong branch, VMV Technology, in 2013, targeting higher-end exports and establishing a global footprint across more than 30 countries. Its early focus on domestic sales laid a solid foundation, evolving into a recognized name in affordable hi-fi.
The brand excels in digital-to-analog converters (DACs), headphone amplifiers, and power amplifiers, delivering high-performance components like the iconic Sanskrit series—featuring DACs, preamp-capable headphone amps, and linear power supplies. SMSL emphasizes in-house R&D for stylish, well-built devices incorporating premium technologies such as THX AAA-888 amplification, prioritizing audio fidelity without unnecessary frills.
Positioned as a mid-tier leader in the value-driven hi-fi market, SMSL earns praise for punching above its weight, offering audiophile-grade sound at accessible prices that rival pricier competitors. Popular among discerning buyers seeking reliability and transparency, it stands out for meticulous component selection, though some note occasional quality concerns with budget imports. For the knowledgeable enthusiast, SMSL represents smart, modern Chinese engineering at its finest.
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