SMSL DA-6
I notice SMSL DA-6 is currently (2023-01-20) on sale on Amazon for $50. It is well reviewed. It accepts RCA (analog) connection only, but has well laid out inputs and outputs. It also comes with a remote.
What attracts me is that it has a remote control, and has a well rated analog input. Analog inputs are still the most flexible connections. There are many mini amplifiers that accept analog inputs, but most of them do not have remote controls.
I have been using the device for the past week. The sound quality is quite good. I am still evaluating whether the sound quality is of the level of Aiyima A07. I am overall satisfied.
Its power consumption is also miniscule. Just like Loxjie, it draws almost no power when turned off. I am planning to hook it up to my secondary system, so the low phantom power draw perfectly suits this purpose. View electronics power consumption here.
According to some Amazon reviews, this device seems have reliability issues. There aren't many reviews yet, and I haven't run into any issues. But we'll see.
Pros:
- Good sound quality
- Decent remote control
- Very power efficient
- Attractive and well laid out inputs/outputs
Cons:
- Reviews are very sparse for this product, and some users run into reliability issues
Final Thoughts
SMSL DA-6 is quite an attractive product, with good sound quality to boot. If you are looking for a good mini amplifier with a remote, it is a good choice. I have used it without issues, it can still be a gamble due to lack of Amazon reviews.
Where to Buy
- SMSL DA-6 on Amazon ($50 as of this article) or black version
- Aiyima A07 on Amazon ($65 as of this article)