One and Done: Minimalist HiFi Desktop Audio | Topping MX5 DAC Amplifier Review

Is the Topping MX5 the best all in one minimalist HiFi DAC/Amplifier combo for your desktop audio setup? In this review, I'll tell you how this USB class D intergrated amplifier is one of the best one and done desktop audio solutions on the market.

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If you’re new to the hobby of HiFi audio, most enthusiasts will tell you that to achieve the best sounding system, component audio is the way to go. While I agree with this advise, I also acknowledge that all-in one desktop amplifiers are getting so good, it’s hard not to recommend them as a one and done audio solution.

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[johngault-]

Wow first time here nice review. Your workstation setup rocks...thank you

[KonradSkowronski]

Has anybody compared it directly to MX3? To my surprise MX3 plays louder despite it's lower power. 60 volume on MX3 = approx. 80 volume on MX5. Kind of weird... @Myxo14 have you compared them?

[chibimctwist]

Great review~!!!! Your voice is very easy to listen to as well.
In the end, which do you think sound better with passive speakers like Kanto Passive? MX5 or the current SMSL+iFi Zen stack? the price difference is close enough that i would consider both. thank you in advance~

[davidahn]

I was shocked at the lack of SW out when I was connecting my MX-5. But I found the JL Audio's speaker-level to RCA adapter XD-CLRAIC2-SW. I spliced the speaker wire and the JL Audio cable's loose ends together and then into the banana plugs. Worked a treat! Really enjoying the MX-5.

[TrueNorf]

Good to have you back @myxo14! Great review! 👍🏾

[DukeOfKidderminster]

What’s the max impedance this amp will power?

[brianp]

How you you say this stacks up against the Emotiva a2m?

[tipok]

Hi! Which button on the remote is the input switch?

[FrostyTheBeerMan]

Great review ! Thank you ! I am glad you mentioned the USB cable that is included to connect your MX5 to your desktop PC. I would like to connect the MX5 to my laptop, - how would I go about that ? would it also be with that same USB cable ? I'm a bit fuzzy on that. I originally thought I would have to use the headphone jack on my laptop as the connection between the laptop and the MX5, but I think I'm really wrong on that.... seems the USB cable is what will work on a laptop also. Thanks for any help ! Great video, thank you !

[ikkisik]

Finally, a good quality, calmly explained review. Thank you sooo much.

[GaryHuntPianoman]

Hi sir I want something DAC to use with my Mackie powered speakers 1500 RMS ..I never use headphones ..I like to shake my room . Do i still need an amp inside of the DAC for better sound ? What would you recommend for a good price .Love you channel

[Gzomerotron]

Hello. I just can’t decide which amplifier to choose: AO200 or Topping MX5 I wanted to ask which one of the two you left in the end and for what reason? Please help me decide. According to the reviews, I like both, there is no way to listen before buying, but in the Topping MX5 I am attracted by a good USB DAC, and in the AO200 there is a subwoofer output. From what I understand they sound about the same, right?

[dcak]

Great video, thanks for the great content! I’d like to get your opinion on my situation. I just bought a set of DT 1990 Pro’s and am currently using a Dragonfly Cobalt on my PC. I’m looking at the next upgrade and have had my eyes on the Zen DAV V2. If you had to recommend the zen over the topping which would you choose for this setup?

Thanks!

[Arrow]

What such a high qualilty vid bro, liked it 👍

[budi]

hello. which one has a warmer, deeper sound ?
Topping MX5, SMSL A300, or SMSL DA 9 ?

[jonathanmatthew]

What alternative amp would you suggest that has a SW out?

[mickeogh]

Really nice video, subbed

I'm new to hifi and it's all a bit much to take in.. I'm just after an all in one unit to drive 2 (smaller) bookshelf speakers, and maybe a sub later, ( oh and headphones) on my desk to use with digital music only. But this unit is AU$500, not incl speakers cables etc..

Is there a budget way to get into hifi that will fit on my desk without going 2nd hand?

[valentinvalentin]

Hello! Do you think topping mx5 can drive kef q350?

[ronalcasid]

Line out and bass management would have made this an instant buy

[tobinharris]

Nice review, what size Iso Puck is that, the Mini 44mm or the Standard 61mm?