Topping pre90 forum This is a review and detailed measurements of the Topping Pre90 balanced and unbalanced preamplifier. The pre90 + CODA #8 combo was so annoying to me that I ended up getting the Benchmark LA4 and took the pre90 to my Benchmark AHB2 system. SubtiltyCypress Forum Resident Thread Starter. [Vendu] préamplificateur Topping Pre90. I'm sure that Reviews. Joined Jun 17, 2020 Messages 503 Likes 499 Location Irvine CA. This is a review and detailed measurements of the Topping Pre90 balanced Topping Pre90 Review (preamplifier) Forum Donor. Site Site Announcements Forum Problems & Feedback Terms and Rules. dlovesmusic; Feb 24, 2024; Amplifiers, Phono preamp, and Analog Audio Review; 2 Topping Pre90 Review (preamplifier) Forum Donor. The source’s distortion will Topping Pre90 Review (preamplifier) Forum Donor. , LTD. The Topping pre90 works excellent with my AHB2 stereo and mono. Jan 10, 2022 #46 amper42 said: I tried the Topping Pre90 with the RME ADI-2 DAC FS. Feb 16, 2024 #1,444 My Topping A70 Pro is no different and uses the exact same remote, so I don't think Topping's Forum Donor. Joined Jul 5, 2021 Messages 188 Likes 104. Connect the xlr outputs to a balanced power amp such as hypex. Joined May 30, 2020 Messages 1,927 Likes 2,091 Location France. - LSA Voyager 350 GAN - CODA #8 - KRELL K-300i integrated - D-Sonic m3a 800s. Hence I am not inclined to try another Topping product myself ever. PS Audio specifically, the following is a quote from one of their forums: "The two outputs are in parallel. There awaits Pre90 which sends it into a brand new behemoth Topping Pre90 Review (preamplifier) | Audio Science Review (ASR) Forum. Lot more SINAD to be gained than upgrading to the greatest DAC. 6 -117. Topping PRE90 voorversterker; User actions Print. 1) Topping D90 > Rotel RB-1582 Mk II > Revel F206 2) SL-1200 Mk 3 + 2M Red Stereophile tested a Topping Pre90. New posts Latest activity. If you have guitar related questions, start with the "search" field at the top of the page. Location: Mt. I’ve read on several forums that the jitter from samsung tv optical output signals is very high and not every dac can cope with that. L. Forums. There was a volume issue with the following amps and the pre90. Currently I am using a Topping Forum Donor. It was sent to me by the company and costs US $349. Kal Rubinson Master Contributor. Joined Apr 12, 2019 Messages 591 Likes 840 Location Coventry, UK. But it's a preamp. The following 2 amps sounded very good with the pre90: - Benchmark AHB2 - Parasound A21+ Lumin U2 streamer -> Gustard X30 DAC -> Topping Pre90 -> (bi-amp) 2x Topping B100 monoblocks for tweeters, 2x Audiophonics LPA-M750ET purify 750W/ch for bass drivers -> my design MTM Loudspeakers, 93db efficiency, 850Hz crossover point, 3rd order slopes. All cables are from Chord, except the one between the two Topping devices, which is a Topping 0,75m XLR Cable. Topping Pre90 Review (preamplifier) Forum Donor. Bechmark LA4, Topping pre90. Dec 14, 2020 #303 restorer-john said: Using balanced as a band-aid or patch to hide poor ground/earthing practices is Would the Topping Pre90 be suitable in an AV bypass role? I. Comes complete as shown with original box and paperwork. It was way too loud and did not have any granularity on the volume settings. Level matched, unsighted testing, or it didnt happen. Jun 21, 2022 I'm a bit confused with all the 90's. Dec 30, 2020 #434 hhunterst said: Hello, my setup is A90+d50s, i have connected neumann kh120 speakers, sennheiser hd650 headphones and a phono pre amp. Of course having both is the end goal hehe. Joined Sep 25, 2021 Messages 1 Likes 0. Go. 1; 2; First Prev 2 of 2 Go to page. View Classified Topping PRE90/EXT90 Factory boxes, manual, remote, Pre90 has light scratches on top Ultra-high performance Pre-amplifier Pre90 TOPPING Pre90 is a pure preamplifier with two analog inputs,one Line Out output,and one balanced output. Home Forums > Discussions > Audio Hardware > New front-end incoming: Aurender N100h, Gustard R26, and Topping Pre90. It is fantastic not only in sky high performanve to price ratio, but in absolute terms of sound quality as well. Sep 5, 2024 #38 Kal Rubinson said: Pre90 is between the EC Designs NOS DAC without any output/gain stage, just the chips that convert the input and send the signal out in the universe. I use the Topping pre90 and D90SE with Benchmark AHB2, The DAC3B is used in another system. I can also add a Pre90 adopts a fully balanced structure, which can handle balanced and single-ended signal processing. 00 including UPS ground shipping with continental On this forum, (I hope that) nobody doubts that good measurements are necessary, but they might be not sufficient for listening pleasure, which is the goal after all. Dec 11, 2020 #170 With Pre90 Resistor Ladder Volume control I had the Topping Pre90 and still own the Benchmark LA4. It has cut down A90 NFCA circuitry but still much more powerful than majority of headphone amps. Low- and Mid-Frequency Test Signals for Evaluation of Room Modes // Measurements: ESS Hump revisited // Humpify -- apply "ESS hump"-style Forums. Your comments are very important to me ! Please help me ! Note: I also like the Schitt Vidar 2 Forum Donor. Had to try Steely Dan to get all the cliche music out of the way If I had to describe the Pre90 in one word after 20 min of listening it would be “distinct” in both time and space. "The Pre90 is a simple, compact, analog stereo preamplifier with a transparent, noise-free sound. Steve Hoffman Music Forums. Input impedance: 2k ohms. Mar 6, 2022 #1,021 Any news of possibility of a revised version. So I find this Topping Pre90 the first preamplifier I cannot find a flow in sound and I am very positevely surprised. That gives us this eye Got the pre90 and plugged it in my system 3 days ago and have been enjoying it. I can also add a couple more of single ended inputs. More advice from members of the ASR forums (particularly 617) and I decided to get Sidebar 3: Measurements. Joined 2020. Audio, Audio, Audio! Amplifiers, Phono preamp, and Analog Audio Review Lumin U2 streamer -> Gustard X30 DAC -> Topping Pre90 -> (bi-amp) 2x Topping B100 monoblocks for tweeters, 2x Audiophonics If the Pre90 “wins” then I am going to look at building myself a Neurochrome Pre-amp at some point, so I can use the 12V trigger to power on the Amplifier. on ASR forum replaced benchmark LA4 preamp for Pre90 (for his AHB2) because he did not heard any difference But aside from that, for me Topping Pre90 preamp along with remote, power cord and original small manual $399 shipped within the USA. Just my 2-cents having owned both products. Nov 15, 2023 #1,364 poopy said: The pre90 is now 3-year old. Esetleges csomagküldés megoldható. And a ground loop switch which Topping Pre90 Review (preamplifier) Thread starter amirm; Forum Donor. Joined Jul 18, 2020 Messages 82 Likes 125. But with the addition of the trigger, this is exactly what I need if I decide to go vinyl in the future (a Preamp and another input --- my DAC goes directly to Topping Pre90 Measurements As usual I setup preamplifiers for "unity gain" meaning what voltage I put in, is what comes out. Joined May 19, 2020 Messages 1,570 Likes 1,739 Location California. Mar 8, 2023 #1,271 Planing to add a 2nd subwoofer to my Topping Pre90 Current sub is connected with a pair of RCA cables Planing to add a 2nd subwoofer to my The Topping pre90 and HPA4 sounded the same on the AHB2. Oct 3, 2022; Thread Starter #2 I did not get a response, maybe my question was not clear :-(let me re-phrase, does topping pre90 have the relay attenuation at the input or output, I am assuming at the input, in which case I should be with benchmark dac3B putting out full output. P. The Topping D90SE is a clear, detailed, and a neutral DAC. Joined Feb 28, 2018 Messages 2,005 Likes 2,639 Location Iasi, RO. Joined Jul 26, 2019 Messages 537 Likes 4,522 Location China. Nico-Macaron Beat Perfect. 1/ 2 x Topping LA90d (mono) 2/ 1 x Topping LA90d + Pre90 (stereo) Which opt might be the best, please kindly recommended me. Dec 11, 2020 #125 Vasr said: Looks like an unintended consequence of chasing SINAD. 000 Ft-os áron. Messages : 387 Sujets : 36 Inscription : Jul 2016 Type: Particulier avant d'intervenir sur le forum (même si inscrit depuis 2016) pour poser des questions ou autres, il est d'usage de se présenter: windows 10 pc>topping e30>topping pre90>arthur 3409/N2(power amp) I am thinking off replacing my preamp with a Rotel RC-1572mkii. Limin U2 streamer -> Playback Designs MPD-8 Dream DAC -> Topping Pre90 -> (bi-amp) Topping B100 monoblocks for tweeters, Topping B200 monoblocks for bass section -> DIY no-compromise loudspeakers. Feb 16, 2024 #1,424 Here is the basic math which expresses the amplifying actions of a differential input stage (possibly of the Topping Pre90) of preamp or line stage, be that stage in IC chip form or built with discrete parts. Joined Mar 18, 2019 Messages 2,549 Likes 5,596 Location Somerville, MA. Veritas me dirigit. 5,Supercap, 135x9, Sonus Faber Extrema, Cremona, Elipsa, Amator, 3xCremona subs,2x18"+amps,10x10HD If you use/need and preamp, this thing is a no brainer for the money, most transparent pre I have ever heard, with so much programability to boot. elac vela bs 403, 4x sb-1000, benchmark Forum Donor. Discussion in 'Audio Hardware' started by rischa, Apr 28, 2024. Dec 13, 2020 #247 noname said: Topping Pre90 has excellent measurements and I would say it is the same league with Benchmark HPA4. Joined Jul 7, 2020 Messages 112 Likes 42 Location Netherlands. Long term I think for this second system I'd prefer having a nice integrated, but I have the extra gear laying around minus the preamp so I'd like to take advantage of it. Sep 6, 2021 #821 Lumin U2 streamer -> Gustard X30 DAC -> Topping Pre90 -> (bi-amp) 2x Topping B100 monoblocks for tweeters, 2x Audiophonics LPA-M750ET purify 750W/ch for bass drivers -> my design MTM Loudspeakers, 93db efficiency, 850Hz crossover point, 3rd order slopes. Dec 11, 2020 #24 Interesting design choice. , M. Dec 15, 2020 #331 RCA sucks . Extender has extra 4 pairs of XLR inputs and 1 rca input. 33na3rd, Oct 1, 2023 #42. Hi, with the help of this forum i am about tp make my way from an High End $$$ fool to an hopefully more reasonable person i already asked the following question concerning my brand new pre90 on the after sales departement of topping but as i am not very patient, i now want to ask you guys here (i use Pre90 + D90SE (+ an high end class A power am that will be Lumin U2 streamer -> Gustard X30 DAC -> Topping Pre90 -> (bi-amp) Topping B200 monoblocks for tweeters, Burmester 218 for bass -> my design Loudspeakers. Inputs: 1 pair RCA (unbalanced), 1 pair XLR (balanced). I notice that Topping have a Lumin U2 streamer -> Gustard X30 DAC -> Topping Pre90 -> (bi-amp) 2x Topping B100 monoblocks for tweeters, 2x Audiophonics LPA-M750ET purify 750W/ch for bass drivers -> my design MTM Loudspeakers, 93db Hence, my Topping stack is the Pre90; D90Se, and Ext90. Joined Feb 23, 2016 Messages 22,850 Likes 42,323. I don't really want to buy a preamp but I find myself in the market for one anyway. Forum Lumin U2 streamer -> Gustard X30 DAC -> Topping Pre90 -> (bi-amp) 2x Topping B100 monoblocks for tweeters, 2x Audiophonics LPA-M750ET purify 750W/ch for bass drivers -> my design MTM Loudspeakers, 93db I searched for a "Pre90" topic here and seems there's none yet so I guess we can keep this thread and make it a Topping Pre90 rumors thread. 1 channel preamp with the above improvements and features that sells for ~ $2K (hardly a lot of money in the North American audiophile market) would win over countless thousands more who complain that superb sounding two channel preamps had to cost > $4K. Instead, I use the high-precision digital volume controls in Forum Donor. System as follows: Okto dac8 stereo with pi module for streaming (volumino) ––> topping pre90 —> McIntosh mc152 power amp —> wharfedale elysian 2. So far I've found the Topping Pre90 and the Schiit Freya+. Mar 2 Dear all, Wondering whether I need to add another component in the signal path ! This is my current setup- Yamaha CD-S1000 ( as Transport ) —> miniDSP Flex ( Analogue out ) —> Topping LA90 —> Rethm Saadhana ( High sensitivity speakers ) Having multiple input or a remote control to change Forums. Joined Jun 17, 2020 Messages 501 Likes 499 Location Irvine CA. Signal selection, power on/off, muting, and volume adjustments are equally Just managed to get a used Topping Pre90, it is very very good for an active preamp, it's extremely hard to tell if it's in the system or I'm going direct from my MSB dac. Hi I just purchase Topping Pre90 and connected to ML 5302 using both XLR input from my DAC and XLR output to amp. Joined Oct 25, 2019 Messages Given the Pre90/EXT90's stunning reception by the audiophile community, a Topping 5. Connect a balanced dac to the xlr inputs. Joined Jan 1, 2019 Messages 5,494 Likes 12,126 Location São Paulo, Brazil. I am original owner purchased from Apos Audio in October 2021. As an aside, the Topping Pre90 has a a very finicky and frustrating remote while the Benchmark is a complete pleasure to use. However, the remote control requires precise aiming and not only that, the Topping The dedicated preamp Pre90 seems to suffer the same issue for its XLR but not its RCA inputs. A. Joined Aug 18, 2020 Messages 2,585 My only experience with Topping remote controls are from the D50, D90 and E30. Nobody As a preamp, think it sounds identical to the pre90 with thr added benefits of: incredible headphone amp -- my Sundaras never sounded so good, a subtler display than the pre90 (on dimmer setting 4 the numbers turn off after (It's also become a myth on some of the subjective forums that adding a preamp always improves the sound). I double check the connection, turn the power on Pre90 and turn the power on ML 5302 and almost blow up my speaker. This thread is archived New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast comments sorted by Best Top New Controversial Q&A phoenix_dogfan • LS © 2008-2025 Guangzhou TOPPING Technology Co. The output can be balanced, single-ended or balanced and single-ended. DO100 DAC, Topping Pre90 PreAmp, VTV Purifi Eigentakt Amp, Antique Pioneer PL41 TurnTable, Art Precision PhonoPreAmp, Denon DL103 Cart. Apr 1, 2021 #625 ohnonate said: more i look into this am i maybe missing something with impedance miss matching? and by connected a pre amp such Topping Pre90 Excellent condition. Thus, using both outputs at the same time unbalances the balanced outputs. OP . Marketplace Home. Joined Feb 27, 2019 Messages 6,197 Likes 10,242 Location Europe. Audio, Audio, Audio! General Audio Discussions . Joined Dec 21, 2020 Messages 2,308 Likes 3,430. The sound was amazing without the Pre90. Nov 28, 2024 #1,601 ZestClub said: But its all accurate though - the Topping Pre90 does use a 20 year old headphone chip amp (tpa6120a2) and OPA1612's which are Meh. Dec 23, 2020 #402 -30 to -20 dB digital attenuation will greatly benefit with the addition of a nice analog pre-amplifier such as the Topping Pre90. Anyway, the Topping Pre90 is a bargain for the performance on offer. M. There has not been a conventional preamplifier in my main audio system for quite a while, because no multichannel preamp is available that's of high enough quality. Unit has tiny dent in the back, and some small scratches . Thread starter ZestClub; Start date 2024-11-29 1:49 pm; Jump to Latest Z. Sep 25, 2021 #1 Can anyone maybe assist me? I just opened my pre 90 for the first time and I can't get the remote control to work Pic1 - Topping Pre90 front panel: View attachment 378751 Pic 2 - IR repeater’s sensor above the volume knob and emitter directly over the display (note that the IR repeater’s emitter had to be tilted to cover as much of the Pic1 - Topping Pre90 front panel: View attachment 378751 Pic 2 - IR repeater’s sensor above the volume knob and emitter directly over the display (note that the IR repeater’s emitter had to be tilted to cover as much of the Sidebar 1: Specifications. Before purchasing the Pre 90, I went back and forth between the Pre 90 and the Schiit Freya S. However, I am almost certain there would not have been a problem. Featured Vendors The diyAudio Store; Parts Connexion; Mini DSP; DIY Hifi Supply; Elekit; Topping Pre90 Opamp rolling. My Gustard X26 Pro is unlike the DAC3B and D90SE. Forum Donor. It was kindly sent to me by the company. New posts Search forums. Joined Feb 5, 2019 Messages 3,699 Likes 4,103. Joined Feb 24, 2024 Messages 141 Likes 69. I ‘feel’ adding the PRE90 has improved the overall sound quality (SQ) of my system. It seems like it’s basically the PRE90 with an amazing headphone amp on the front. Nov 18, 2020; Thread Starter #3 Veri said: +1! That extender Sounds like my Benchmark DAC3B. These issues I have had with the pre90 and amps does not occur with the LA4 or HPA4. Connect the AVR pre out for L and R channels to the rca inputs of the Pre90. Discussion in 'Audio Hardware' started by hifisoup, Aug 17, 2023. Joined Nov 11, 2020 Messages 3,051 Likes 2,705 Location Nashville. In fact Pass XP-32 has over 2x louder distorstion that Topping Pre90 (-110 dB Pass, -114dB Pre90) and that is Forum Donor. May 5, 2024 #1,482 Hello, do you know if I the Topping pre90 pre-amp and a90d amp use different set of remote control? I'm using the a90d right now for my headphones, and I'm about to buy the pre90 for the speakers. I am considering getting a Topping pre90 as the dedicated analog pre-amp for my stereo setup. Joined Feb 23, 2016 Messages 22,668 Likes 41,809. Joined Mar 23, 2021 Messages 5,940 Likes 4,296 Location 33. There is no option to change that anywhere in the Pre90 that I know. Dec 11, 2020 #143 amirm said: Yes, would be nice to have a direct input selection Forum Donor. Currently a Schiit Freya + preamp owner. May 21, 2022 #1,102 VTV Purifi, Buckeye 3 channel Purifi, Buckeye 2 channel NC252 MP, Emotiva PA-1 monoblocs, Onkyo RZ50, Topping D90SE, Revel F208, Infinity RC263, Kef surrounds, Monoprice M-10 V2, Infinity Sub R-12, LG Forum Donor. MTB Vince Forum Resident. Jul 17, 2023 #1,321 Angsty said: Wooferhead Member. Limin U2 streamer -> Playback Designs MPD-8 Dream DAC -> Topping Pre90 -> (bi-amp) Topping B100 monoblocks for tweeters, Topping B200 monoblocks for bass section -> DIY no Anyone using the Topping Pre90’s RCA in/out? This is a forum where guitarists, from novice to experienced, can explore the world of guitar through a variety of media and discussion. I'm concerned because according to Stereophile review Pre90 has "only" 2 kOhm input impedance and my DAC has 750 Ohms output pure resistive output impedance at 1. Maybe the Topping Pre90 at $450? But you might have to add the input extender at $250 if you want more than two inputs. Joined Dec 6, 2018 Messages 933 Likes 4,720 Location Adelaide Australia. Audio, Audio, Audio! Amplifiers, Phono preamp, and Analog Audio Review Lumin U2 streamer -> Gustard X30 DAC -> Topping Pre90 -> (bi-amp) 2x Topping B100 monoblocks for tweeters, 2x Audiophonics LPA-M750ET purify 750W/ch for bass drivers -> my design MTM Loudspeakers, 93db efficiency, 850Hz crossover point, 3rd order slopes. Thread starter Frank Sol; Start date Aug 30, 2021; Frank Sol Active Member. S. I hoping for a real HT bypass and better placement of IR receiver. Last I have expensive cables and my DIY cables as well and do not want to discuss it with you and anybody on the forum. My impressions are very similar to those of @Cujobob Adding PRE90 certainly did not degrade the sound in any way. Joined Jan 28, 2017 Messages 661 Likes 846. I needed to Lumin U2 streamer -> Gustard X30 DAC -> Topping Pre90 -> (bi-amp) Topping B200 monoblocks for tweeters, Burmester 218 for bass -> my design Loudspeakers. Joined Jan 6, 2017 Messages 4,174 Likes 5,301. Hello Planning on getting this as a temporary preamp for my soon-to-be Rogue M180s and wondered how well it scales with equiptment. Thread starter alitomr1979; Start date Dec 17, 2021; A. All of these DACs use the same remote. Joined Lumin U2 streamer -> Gustard X30 I just got my Topping Pre90 2 days ago, set it up and have some initial impressions. Topping Pre90 Review (preamplifier) Thread starter amirm; And I will not apologize for nagging about this with the hope that manufacturers such as Topping would eventually listen. Crystal clear and tons of dynamics and power. dlovesmusic Active Member. It does not work well with my CODA #8 or my now sold LSA Voyager 350 GAN. That's not particularly Reviews. alitomr1979 Active Member. Eredeti csomagolásban átvehető Tiszakécske-Budapest térségében. D. I was using RCA + XLR output because I also had a subwoofer in that system. Music seems to rise and fall faster and instruments are more of a point source in the sound stage. Joined Oct 25, 2019 Messages 12,017 Likes 16,663. It can be custom ordered with your preferred features and has gained some love on these I tried about 6 amps on the Topping pre90. The math there also expresses the common mode Forum Donor. I am rolling them at the moment and noticed another TSOP footprint For that I recently got the Topping Pre90 preamp to be able to use it as an XLR preamp with volume control. Input sensitivity: 9. Thank you very much for reading this post. Location: Dundas, Ontario, Canada. I would be Maybe an upgrade over Schiit Saga S? There have been some dramas associated with at least their (TOPPINGS) well rated amplifier and ASR. ZestClub. Sb. It does have some annoying traits though. Jun 27, 2023 #1,303 amirm said: This is a review and detailed Topping Pre90 Review (preamplifier) Thread starter amirm; Start date Dec 11, 2020; Forum Donor. Jan 10, 2022 #7 There is nothing in the measurements of the XP-32 to suggest it is anything other than fully transparent. Audio, Audio, Audio! General Audio Discussions am taking delivery of a DMP-A6 on Sunday and have purchased a Topping Pre 90. 2V @ 0dB. e. Please see the review by Kalman Rubinson in the Stereophile. Home Forums > Discussions > Audio Hardware > Meet the new Schiit Kara preamp. It will not add any flavour to the sound. Aug 22, 2021 #811 Forums. Joined Aug 30, 2021 Messages 100 Likes 122. Period. Pre90 itself has the same IO as A90 on the back. the Discreet. My current amplifier is a Parasound A21+. Thread starter dlovesmusic; Start date Feb 24, 2024; Prev. The Benchmark is smoother and overall more pleasing to the ear in my experience. Apr 9, 2022 #1,070 I tried the Pre90 with my ADI 2 DAC and Buckeye NC502MP amp using a pair of BMR Monitors. Reactions: delamelon. That DAC is warmer and slightly less detailed. Joined May 31, 2019 Messages 3,122 Likes 5,629 This provides a different Ok, done for this morning. MaxwellsEq Major Contributor. The specs of it Just a quick word on the Topping Pre90 and on my gratitude to Amir and the ASR forums. The Pre90 colors the sound compared to To my ears the Topping Pre90 is more robust and lively especially in the mids which I prefer. Joined Feb 27, 2019 Messages 6,194 Likes 10,235 Location Europe. Jan 11, 2022 #65 Ingenieur said: They loved it. If you like the SMSL and cannot get some place to demo what it does through a pre-amp, then IME it might be better to just keep running it as you are. Only disadvantage is its low input impedance. Joined Feb 27, 2019 Messages 6,139 Likes 10,120 Location Europe. Topping Pre90 Review (preamplifier) HIRES_FAN, Mar 14, 2022 #2. Joined Jul 13, 2023 Messages 95 Likes 11. 1 XLR + 1 RCA for both inputs and outputs. 312elements, Rick58, 33na3rd and 1 other person like this. Shipping size is 16"x12"x7" Will sell for $475. On connait la réputation des tubes, à qui on reproche d’enjoliver, colorer le son pour flatter les oreilles de l’auditeur, et j’étais donc impatient de comparer le son du Topping, Forum Donor. Jul 22, 2023 #1,322 Is Topping Pre90 primarily a preamp for headphone amp? Can it be used for typical full-sized HiFi power amps? If so, what is its sound quality Forum Donor. Joined Jul 22, 2018 HT forum donateur; Handelaar Telling: senior member; Berichten: 761; Gelogd; Topping PRE90 voorversterker. S. TOPPING PRE90 (2021 november végi) előerősítő és TOPPING EXT90 (2022 januári) bővítő modul fekete színben együtt eladó 250. It also works well with my new Parasound A21+, my new headphone only amp. Making two products (one for someone with 2 Forum Donor. Oct 3, 2024 #1,544 I've become more disappointed in the Topping Pre90 after taking it apart to find that it uses 20 year old Texas Instruments headphone amp chips (tpa6120a2) and the very average Opamps OPA1612's. Joined Jan 9, 2019 Messages 7,462 Likes 25,146 Location Mid-Atlantic, USA. It is also equipped with an aviation connector co View Classified Topping PRE90 Preamplifier, Stereophile Class A Great preamp! Extremely neutral, dynamic, transparent & shockingly good, and comparable to preamps at $20 000. From what I gather, the A90 and Pre90 use a similar model as well. No extra outputs. Sep 14, 2021 #864 DHT 845 said: Equipment: Tidal HiFi-IFI Zen Stream-SMSL SU-9-Topping Pre90-NAD C298-KEF R7s+SVS SB-3000 Sub - AQ Forest USB cable+all Mogami 2543 balanced interconnects and Mogami W3104 speaker cables. Mar 31, 2023 #1,291 Jim Creek said: S. “Forum Terms and Rules Topping Pre90 - Nuprime ST-10 power amp - Audiovector QR3 speakers. Audio, Audio, Audio! Amplifiers, Phono preamp, and Analog Audio Review Topping Pre90 remote? Thread starter Flaxxer; Start date Sep 25, 2021; F. audiosciencereview. With the Pre90 in the chain the sound is a bit more harsh and offers less clarity. What's new. Reactions: da Choge. Most sources don’t even specify their source resistance If the Pre90 “wins” then I am going to look at building myself a Neurochrome Pre-amp at some point, so I can use the 12V trigger to power on the Amplifier. For example, Topping ESS DACs tend to be leaner and Le Topping et la liaison symétrique ne change rien à la situation. The topping fan club typically hangs out in a different forum. Joined Feb 29, 2016 Messages 10,912 Likes 16,255 Location London. I see that the Rotel has an integrated DAC(Texas Instruments 32-bit/384kHz) so I consider to completely remove my current e30 from the chain and do: windows 10 pc>RC-1572MKII>Power amplifier. After some reading and digging on the Pre90 review post I learned that it is an impedance mismatch between the Ares 2 and the Pre90. Benchmark gear is really well done. I agree, I tested the Topping Pre90 with my Tube DAC and WolfX700 Measurements of Topping Pre90/Ext90 Preamplifier/ Extender. Lumin U2 streamer -> Gustard X30 DAC -> Topping Pre90 -> (bi-amp) 2x Topping B100 monoblocks for tweeters Topping Pre90 Review (preamplifier) Thread starter amirm; Start date Dec 11, 2020; Forum Donor. The Topping Pre90 popped into my thinking recently, simple inputs/outputs, can be fully balanced, apparently exemplary measurements, ruler flat frequency response, I am currently using the Topping Pre90 in my system paired to a SST Son of Ampzilla II (best amp I’ve owned yet BTW) and am very pleased with its value. Joined Oct 25, 2019 Messages 11,984 Likes 16,595. There Topping Pre90 Review (preamplifier) Thread starter amirm; Forum Donor. And the Topping has the more useful display. I cannot say yes or no since the two were never in my system at the same time. Do you think it is a good move to use a Topping Pre90 with my A21+? Steve Hoffman Music Forums. Almost like discovering new sounds on the same tracks Pre90 has an optional extender. I never tried the HPA4 on the CODA #8 or LSA. There are, of course, other aspects of the LA4 that can make it a more desirable choice despite the price. the Topping PRE90, The Topping A90, and this one. staticV3 Grand Contributor I was using my Topping Pre90 + D90SE with my Benchmark AHB2 amps and I was able to get a good range of volume adjustment. 9. Nov 28, 2024 #1,582 Do you think putting the Topping Pre90 in the chain can improve the performances of my system? Thanks in advance for your time . The Topping was hissing like a I just got my Topping Pre90 2 days ago, set it up and have some initial impressions. Joined Feb 27, 2019 Messages 6,165 This is a review and detailed measurements of the new Topping A90 Discrete balanced preamplifier and headphone amplifier. I can confirm that this is it for my choices of amplification. A high SINAD (albeit Frankensteinian) solution looking for a problem. Dec 13, 2020 #263 restorer-john said: Topping Pre90 has excellent measurements and I would say it is the same league with Topping D90SE --> Pre90/Ext90 --> VTV Purifi Eigentakt Stereo Amp. További információk alább. The pre90 sounds great with the Parasound A21+ and Benchmark AHB2. Dec 12, 2020 #204 amirm said: I do not and that is a miss. The base preamplifier with ability to switch between RCA and XLR inputs Looks promising, especially for the price Topping Pre90 line preamplifier Page 2 Cinema - Carada masked 134",Modded UB 9000 & Lumagen 4242, Epson LS10500, Naim AV2, XPS,32. I measured the Topping Pre90's performance with my Audio Precision SYS2722 system (see the January 2008 As We See It), repeating some tests with the magazine's higher-performance Topping Pre90 Measurements As usual I setup preamplifiers for "unity gain" meaning what voltage I put in, is what comes out. Joined Dec 24, 2018 Messages 750 Likes 1,256 Forum Home Amplifiers Solid State Pass Labs Tubes / Valves Chip Amps Class D Power Supplies Headphone Systems. I was interested in Pre90 but the designer is not answering, nobody from sci-testers have even interior photo. And a ground loop switch which might work brilliantly with my turntable set up. All rights reserved. Dec 24, 2020 #2 GCL said: Using a topping Pre90 between a denafrips terminator and Den Apollo Amplifier replacing a Kinki Studio Pre Forum Donor. Review Index. Not a lot of bucks, so worth a try. I can say that an A/B switch between the Pre90 at 0dB gain and bypass is indistinguishable. 2024-11-29 1:49 pm Topping Pre90 Review (preamplifier) Thread starter amirm; Forum Donor. Audio, Audio, Audio! Amplifiers, Phono preamp, and Analog Audio Review Is there any way to prevent clipping noise while using EHA5's XLR input and PASS-THROUGH function with PRE90? I have mailed to Topping Service on this problem, but I am wating for the reply. Help | Terms and Rules Steve Hoffman Music Forums. This is Audio SCIENCE Review, so please present evidence of your listening tests to prove it is not just the result of sighted bias or uncontrolled listening. Dec 11, 2020 Topping Pre90 Review (preamplifier) Hi, I ordered a Parasound A21+ amplifier and P6 pre-amplifier but after reading on other forums where other folks having issues with their P6 accentuating in volume just like that out of the blue, my concern is damaging my speakers. If in some blind test somebody told me that it plays $40. Joined Aug 13, 2020 Messages 2,698 Likes 3,970 Location Michigan. Also, if the software is capable of doing L/R balance, why there is no option in the menu for it? It would be great if Topping added the +-10dB L/R balance If there ever was a tue blameless fully transparent preamp, the Topping Pre90 looks like being one of them (another definitely is the Mola Mola Makua, also based an elaborate composite gain stage). Time and circumstance have led to my having to "downgrade" my system from the space-demanding, very expensive vinyl-based system that I have established over a few decades. Joined Feb 28, 2018 Messages 2,005 Likes 2,640 Location Iasi, RO. Beautiful analytic sound, great improvement, a lot more detail and bass. But, after that I notice that this combination doesn't sound right. Member. Joined Aug 8, 2020 This Topping comes pretty close, at $599 without the extender. Reactions: thegeton, 617, restorer-john and 4 others. Joined Dec 21, 2020 Messages 2,307 Likes 3,427. TIA. Topping Pre90 Review (preamplifier) Thread starter amirm; Start date Dec 11, 2020; Forum Donor. Flaxxer New Member. Amir sees excellent results on the Topping Pre90 all the way up to 'n Abend, diese Chinesische "Topping" Geräte sind kompakt und sehen halbwegs vernüftig aus. That gives us this eye popping output: View attachment 98414 Distortion is whopping -25 dB lower than best case threshold of hearing. So, would suspect that the LA4 an the Pre90 would be equally so. The low input impedance on any of the inputs seriously limit their usability. Joined Mar 29, 2021 Messages 325 Likes 336 Location England, UK. Coming from several previous preamps (Lazarus, Yaqin, Dayton Wright, Antique sound lab, Emotiva) the Pre90 is incredibly Forum Donor. Works perfectly. But don't forget it costs just 20% of Benchmark HPA4 ($599 compared to $2999). (Maryland) Jan 10, 2022 #31 I tried the Topping Pre90 with the RME ADI-2 DAC FS. PaulD Senior Member. Joined Dec 19, 2020 Messages 8 Likes 3. This unit is in excellent condition. This is a review and detailed measurements of Topping L70 balanced headphone amplifier. King of Mods. Location: Levittown PA. 000 Burmester 077 preamp I would easily believe Pre90 has an optional extender. With the D-Sonic M3a 800s stereo amp, the CODA #8, and LSA Voyager 350 GAN amp the pre90 had volume issues for me. My current setup is: Auralic Aries as Roon End Point -> Minidsp SHD studio for Dirac -> Benchmark DAC3 as DAC and Preamp-> Benchmark AHB2 in mono-> Revel Salon 2s Audio Science Review (ASR) Forum) anywhere for the Topping Pre90? gvl Major Forum Donor. Silver 100 Speakers, Apple Music/M1 MacBook, Magni Heretic Headphone amp, Topping Pre90 Review (preamplifier) Forum Donor. Topping Pre90 limits. Apr 11, 2024 I would be using with two sources, Cambridge Audio CD player and a Holo Cyan 2 DAC. This 1/2 rack size ($599usd) preamp made it into Class-A 2022 Forum Donor. 4 or 2 Vrms (i think it might be the former), and there have been some reports of impedance mismatch: "A lot of sources will have a hard time driving the Pre 90 input. Description: Stereo line-level preamplifier with remote control and relay-selected resistor arrays for level control. So, if I ever forget to turn the E50 back down to -35 dB or so before I switch from headphones to The Topping Pre90 popped into my thinking recently, simple inputs/outputs, can be fully balanced, apparently exemplary measurements, ruler flat frequency response, extraordinarily low noise floor, insignificant distortion, ASR review (take with large pinch of salt), Stereophile review, blah, blah, blah. Been reading the forum for years and finally join the family here. Topping Pre90 Review (preamplifier) Thread starter amirm; Start date Dec 11, 2020; and this is the wrong forum to discuss that. Joined Feb 27, 2019 Messages 6,177 Likes 10,200 Location Europe. The Topping Pre90 and LA90 is a superb system if power requirements are modest. I don't know why Topping designed their preamps (either the double-purpose L70/A70 Pro or the dedicated Pre90) in this way. Schiit Freya + passive mode, Bechmark LA4, Topping pre90. Dec 13, 2020 #284 Tigi said: But there are enough forums for discussion of uncontrolled listening tests and whatever you feel about a piece of equipment. If you don't find what you need, ask the community. Joined May 31, 2017 Messages 1,236 Likes 1,432 Location Orlando, FL. claims are challenged and flagged as such so we don't end up propagating the hype and half truths that abound in audio forums. The Pre90 colors the sound compared to the crystal clear sound of using the RME ADI-2 alone. Joined Oct 25, 2019 Messages 11,954 Likes 16,481. This would not be ideal if both the a90d and pre90 share the same remote control because then I can't control the amp and preamp individually anymore. Been overall pretty happy with it for the past few years until last week the tube stage went dead with no output (but the Forum Donor. Specifically, the unbalanced output is in parallel with one-half of the balanced output. . Not only topping d90se. Joined Mar 23, 2021 Messages 5,940 Likes 4,299 Location 33. Amir tested it with an Audio Precision which can easily drive low impedance inputs and has selectable output impedance. Shipping weight is 6lbs. Lumin U2 streamer -> Gustard X30 This is the official thread for the TOPPING A90 Discrete This thread is for discussion and reviews. On Pre90 that meant setting the volume to -6 dB instead of zero. On this forum, (I hope that) nobody doubts that good measurements are necessary, but they might be not sufficient for listening pleasure, which is the goal after all. Es betrifft: Pre90 preamp Ext90 input extender D90SE dac U90 USB bridge A90 discrete headphone amp Topping Pre90 Review (preamplifier) Forum Donor. rischa Forum Resident Thread Starter. Before, it was the same but without the pre90, so was using the digital volume control on the dac. Does anyone have a Topping Pre90 paired with the Accession? Do they sound good together? That's the preamp I will be using for a new stereo set up and the Accession is the phone preamp I am leaning towards. Topping Pre90 Review (preamplifier) Thread starter amirm; Forum Donor. I have been using my Topping PRE90 for two weeks now. Discussion in 'Audio Hardware' started by SubtiltyCypress, May 10, 2024. Topping Pre90 setup mode. Luckily I ordered both a Topping and the AIYAMA amps via Amazon, and returned the TOPPING and kept the AIYAMAs. Marketplace. december 5, 2022, 13:18:55 Last Edit: december 5, 2022, 13:53:06 by naish123 Nette en zeer goed werkende Topping 90PRE. sibi1865 Is the Topping Pre90 better than a Forums. Dec 11, 2020 #68 It would be interesting to see how couple of DAC sources, with a Two that immediately come to mind are the Topping PRE90 + EXT90 (or sister product A90 + EXT90) and the Benchmark LA4 (or its sister product HP4). Coming from several previous preamps (Lazarus, Yaqin, Dayton Wright, Antique sound lab, Emotiva) the Pre90 is incredibly transparent. Nov 12, 2023 #1,341 Deckard71 said: I also haver a Topping Pre90 pre and would like to try a Class D amplifier. Unfortunately, unlike my Topping Pre90 and DX3 Pro+, the E50 does not "remember" separate volume settings for each output. Joined Jan 8, 2019 Messages 723 Likes 810. Joined May 19, 2020 Messages 1,578 Likes 1,748 Location California. I have not heard either, though I've heard other Benchmark gear (AHB2, DAC3) that I thought was impressive. The ASR Reviews. Joined Dec 31, 2018 Messages 258 Likes 235 Location DFW. Szép esztétikai és kifogástalan műszaki állapotban.
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