
HiBy Digital released the M500 Hatsune Miku Edition DAP, featuring exclusive designs, animations, and accessories; limited to 300 units in Japan.
The YUME IEM, a collaboration with Hatsune Miku, incorporates a 10mm dynamic driver optimized for J-POP, priced around ¥29,980, shipping January 2026.
ONIX's Tocata XM2 compact DAP utilizes Cirrus Logic CS4308 DAC and Brighton architecture for high power output, maintaining portability.
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The Shanling UA7 portable DAC/amp launches December 19, featuring dual JAN6418 vacuum tubes for a rich tube-flavor sound profile.
Equipped with ESS ES9069 DAC chip supporting 768kHz/32bit and DSD512, the device ensures high-quality audio processing with reduced heat.
Amplification circuit includes four BUF634 chips, achieving powerful performance rivaling desktop devices, and offers 3.5mm single-ended and 4.4mm balanced outputs.
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The Shanling UA7 is a portable DAC with a vacuum tube headphone amplifier, combining advanced technology and compact design.
Equipped with the ESS Technology ES9069 DAC chip, it supports PCM decoding up to 32-bit/768kHz and DSD512 formats.
Features include a multi-functional control dial, OLED display, and USB-C power input for versatile usability.