Meet the Apos SMSL-X Ensemble

The stars of the SMSL-6 Ensemble are the SMSL SU-X Balanced MQA Desktop DAC and the SMSL SH-X Desktop Headphone Amplifier, an MQA-capable duo that delivers up to 32-bit music with total transparency. An Apos Flow Balanced XLR cable brings them together with pure-copper clarity.

The SMSL-6 Ensemble includes:

• DAC: SMSL SU-X Balanced MQA Desktop DAC
• Headphone Amp: SMSL SH-X Desktop Headphone Amplifier
• Interconnect: Apos Flow Balanced XLR

Spec Summary

Note: For full specs, please visit the individual product pages.

SMSL SU-X Balacned MQA Desktop DAC

• Dual ESS ES9039MSPRO DAC chips
• MQA and MQA-CD decoding
• XMOS XU-316 USB chip for true 32-bit audio
• CK-03 clock processing circuit for reduced jitter
• Separate linear power supplies for digital and analog circuits
• Supports PCM up to 768kHz and DSD up to DSD512
• Gold-plated I/O interfaces
• Qualcomm aptX and LDAC Bluetooth support
• Full-fit color IPS display with tempered glass
• High-quality aluminum alloy housing

SMSL SH-X Desktop Headphone Amplifier

• JAS Hi-Res certified for superior sound quality
• Low-noise op-amp in parallel design for clarity
• High-power output for dynamic sound delivery
• SNR up to 137dB for detailed audio reproduction
• Ultra-low THD+N (<0.00006%) for pure sound
• Eighty high-power op-amps for robust amplification
• Three-way gain switch for tailored listening
• HD color IPS screen for visual appeal
• Compact design, perfect for desktop setups
• High-quality relay and non-impact sound design for stability

• Imported Japanese copper conductor
• 4-core audio wire
• A copper lattice braid with 94% density effectively shields the conductor from electromagnetic interference
• Each core made of 60pcs of 0.08mm copper wire
• Neutrik terminations