SMSL PO100 2024 XU316 DAC, USB to Optical/Coaxial Converter
Digital-to-analog converter with XU316 chip, USB-C input and optical/coaxial outputs. Notable for noise reduction and signal transfer; mixed views on sound quality from users
Highlights
- XU316 digital-to-analog conversion
- USB-C input with optical/coaxial outputs
- noise reduction and signal transfer emphasis
Pros
- XU316-based DAC with USB-C input
- asynchronous transmission and noise reduction
- digital-to-analog with optical/coaxial outputs
- value for money (customer insight)
Cons
- PO100 does not support IIS output
- mixed feedback on sound quality
Best For
Features
- XMOS XU316 chip with USB-C input and optical/coaxial output
- Supports asynchronous transmission and DOP64; PCM up to 192kHz/24-bit
- Simultaneous optical and coaxial outputs from PO100 DAC
- Plug-and-play with MAC and Windows 10+ without extra drivers; includes USB-C to C and USB-A to-C cables
- Supports MQA decoding for native playback without additional software