Dang it.

The SMSL SU-8s has reached its end of life. Fortunately, we have a great alternative, the TOPPING D30 Pro.

The down-to-earth DAC

The SU-8s is the refreshingly straightforward new DAC from SMSL. Who’s it for? The research-weary. The comparison-chart-chafed. The do-I-look-like-I-know-what-a-PCM-filter-is. It’s a DAC that remembers what a DAC should do: decode the highest song files on the planet, and do it well (really, really well). And that’s it. Oh, and it’s got a nice remote.

Explore high quality

The world of hi-res is yours to explore, whether through a streaming service like TIDAL or Spotify, a digital library, or a collection of CDs. The SU-8s can decode virtually everything with class-leading dynamic range and signal-to-noise ratio thanks to an ESS ES9068AS chip and a 16-core XMOS processor.

HD Bluetooth

The SU-8s supports Bluetooth 5.0 reception, with support for SBC/ AAC/ aptX/ atpX-HD.

Three inputs, two outputs

Connect a TV, laptop, gaming console, or other device to the SU-8s via its three inputs, and then run a connection to an amplifier or pre-amp via XLR or RCA outputs.

Go deeper (into your couch)

A full-function remote control prevents you from having to get off the couch and fiddle with knobs. Access the SU-8s’ full menu, including volume, input, and brightness, quickly and effortlessly.

Product highlights

• ESS ES9068AS DAC chip
• DSD512 support
• PCM 32bit/768kHz
• Qualcomm aptX Bluetooth supports aptX, aptX HD, SBC, AAC
• XMOS 16 core processor
• Full MQA support
• Three inputs: USB, optical, coax, Bluetooth
• Two outputs: RCA, XLR
• All audio inputs support DSD
• CNC aluminum alloy shell
• Tempered glass display panel
• Bluetooth 5.0
• Full function remote

Specs

• Inputs: USB, coax, optical, Bluetooth
• Outputs: RCA, XLR
• THD+N: 0.00009% (-121dB)
• Dynamic range
• XLR: 126dB
• RCA: 125dB
• SNR: 126dB
• Output impedance: <10Ω
• USB transmission: Asynchronization
• USB compatibility: Windows 7/8/8.1/10, Max OSX, Linux
• Bit depth
• USB 1bit, 16-32bit
• Optical/coaxial 1bit, 16-24bit
• Sampling rate
• USB: PCM 44.1 - 768kHz, DSD 2.8224 - 22.5792MHz
• Optical/coax: PCM 44.1 - 192kHz, DSD64(DoP)
• Bluetooth version: 5.0
• Supported Bluetooth codecs: aptX, aptX HD, SBC, AAC
• Power consumption: 5W
• Standby power: 0.5W
• Size: 7.3 x 6 x 1.5” (187.5 x 154 x 40mm)
• Weight: 1.74lbs (0.79kg)

What’s included

• SMSL SU-8s
• Bluetooth antenna
• Rubber feet x 4
• Warranty card
• USB cable
• Power cable
• Remote control

What pairs well

• SMSL SH-8s