Does the D70 Pro Sabre have a headphone output?

No. It is a DAC and preamp only, so you need a separate headphone amp or powered speakers.

Can it drive a power amplifier directly?

Yes. Preamp mode gives volume control over the XLR and RCA outputs, so it can feed a power amp or active speakers.

What Bluetooth codecs does it support?

Bluetooth 5.1 with LDAC, aptX Adaptive and other common codecs, and it carries Hi-Res Audio Wireless certification.

What is the difference from the D70 Pro Octo?

The Octo uses a different DAC chip arrangement; the Sabre version centers on the ES9039SPRO with new I/V circuitry for a more analytical voicing.

What comes in the box?

The DAC, a remote control and the usual power and documentation; check the listing for the exact cable bundle.

Does it support DSD over USB?

Yes, up to DSD512 over USB, alongside PCM up to 32-bit/768kHz.

Where is the Topping D70 PRO Sabre DAC cheapest?

At Walmart, for $509.00, as of our latest check.

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Topping D70 PRO Sabre DAC

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Our take on the Topping D70 PRO Sabre DAC

The Topping D70 Pro Sabre is a desktop digital-to-analog converter built around the ESS ES9039SPRO 32-bit chip with new I/V conversion circuitry. It handles USB up to PCM 32-bit/768kHz and DSD512, adds Bluetooth 5.1 with LDAC and aptX Adaptive, and offers coaxial, optical and AES inputs plus XLR balanced and RCA outputs. A full-color Aurora screen shows playback info, FFT or VU meters, and an integrated preamp mode drives power amps or active speakers directly. It suits desktop listeners and headphone-rig owners who want a clean, measurement-focused DAC with balanced outputs; against rivals like the SMSL SU-9 or its own D70 Pro Octo, it trades a little warmth for detail and a fuller feature set.

Best forDesktop listeners with a dedicated headphone amp or active speakersOwners of balanced XLR power amplifiersStreamers who want Bluetooth LDAC from a phone or tablet

Pros

Flagship ES9039SPRO chip with updated I/V stage
USB PCM 32-bit/768kHz and DSD512
Bluetooth 5.1 with LDAC and aptX Adaptive
Balanced XLR and single-ended RCA outputs
Preamp mode with remote volume control
Color screen with FFT and VU meter views

Cons

No headphone output on board
Bluetooth is the only wireless input
Screen and menu diving add setup steps
Needs a good amp or active speakers to show its best

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What reviewers say

Owners of Topping's Sabre-based DACs generally praise the clean, detailed sound and the deep feature set for the outlay. Some find the sound lean compared with warmer rivals, and a few note the menu-driven controls take getting used to.

What people mention

Sound qualityPraisedListeners describe a clean, detailed and low-noise presentation with strong separation.
FeaturesPraisedOwners value the broad input set, balanced outputs and Bluetooth codecs.
ToneMixedSome find the Sabre sound analytical or lean next to warmer DACs.
ControlsMixedThe screen and menu system take some learning compared with simple knob controls.
Headphone useCriticisedBuyers wanting to plug headphones straight in are disappointed there is no jack.

About the Topping D70 PRO Sabre DAC

The Topping D70 PRO Sabre DAC is a desktop digital-to-analog converter built around the flagship ES9039SPRO 32-bit chip. It uses new IV conversion circuitry. The device is Hi-Res Audio and Hi-Res Audio Wireless certified.

It accepts sources over USB, Bluetooth 5.1, coaxial, optical and AES. Output is through professional XLR balanced or RCA single-ended connections. The built-in preamp function controls volume directly, so the DAC can feed power amplifiers or active speakers.

The Aurora UI full-color screen shows playback information, FFT or VU meters. A remote control is included.

DAC chip: ES9039SPRO, 32-bit
USB support: Up to PCM 32-bit/768kHz and DSD512
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.1 with LDAC, aptX-Adaptive and other codecs
Inputs: USB, Bluetooth, coaxial, optical, AES
Outputs: XLR balanced, RCA single-ended
Display: Aurora UI full-color screen with playback information, FFT and VU meters
Preamp: Integrated, with direct volume control
Certification: Hi-Res Audio, Hi-Res Audio Wireless
Color: Silver
In the box: Remote control

Specifications

actual_color: SilverSource
color: SilverSource

Questions and answers

Does the D70 Pro Sabre have a headphone output?: No. It is a DAC and preamp only, so you need a separate headphone amp or powered speakers.
Can it drive a power amplifier directly?: Yes. Preamp mode gives volume control over the XLR and RCA outputs, so it can feed a power amp or active speakers.
What Bluetooth codecs does it support?: Bluetooth 5.1 with LDAC, aptX Adaptive and other common codecs, and it carries Hi-Res Audio Wireless certification.
What is the difference from the D70 Pro Octo?: The Octo uses a different DAC chip arrangement; the Sabre version centers on the ES9039SPRO with new I/V circuitry for a more analytical voicing.
What comes in the box?: The DAC, a remote control and the usual power and documentation; check the listing for the exact cable bundle.
Does it support DSD over USB?: Yes, up to DSD512 over USB, alongside PCM up to 32-bit/768kHz.
Where is the Topping D70 PRO Sabre DAC cheapest?: At Walmart, for $509.00, as of our latest check.