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TOPPING E30 II Desktop DAC Review

A desktop DAC from TOPPING that the page says uses two AK4493S chips, one per channel, and an XMOS XU208 USB processor. It lists PCM up to 32-Bit/768kHz and native DSD512, and it is listed at $126.65 in two color options.

4.0Editorial rating: 4.0 out of 5Editorial rating · research-basedUpdated November 11, 2026
$126.65Price checked November 12, 2026Pre-order only at Linsoul at our last check (November 12, 2026)
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Our verdict

A desktop DAC for someone who wants two named AK4493S chips, PCM up to 32-Bit/768kHz, native DSD512 and a USB connection with Windows, Mac and Linux, per the page, at $126.65. The listing text leaves out outputs, output level and THD figures, so it will not settle those questions. The main caveat is that the color information is inconsistent and the page's performance and Hi-Res wording are the maker's claims.

Best for
Someone who wants a desktop DAC with two AK4493S chips and a USB connection to a Windows, Mac or Linux computer.
Skip if
You need outputs, an output level or THD figures spelled out, since the listing text gives none.

TOPPING calls the E30 II a successor to its E30 DAC, and the page says it uses two AK4493S chips, one for each channel, with USB handled by an XMOS XU208 8-core processor. The page lists PCM up to 32-Bit/768kHz and native DSD512, six PCM filter modes and two for DSD, and a DC5V supply. It is listed at $126.65 in two color options.

Options and pricing

Two orderable options are listed at $126.65, Color: Black and Silver, yet the spec row names Black, Silver, Blue and Red, so the page does not agree with itself on colors. The page also shows $149.00 crossed out, which is the store's own comparison and went unchecked here. The options list shows only Black and Silver.

How it compares

The TOPPING Mini 300 is the other TOPPING here at $118.15 with no chip mentioned in its entry, while the E30 II is $126.65 with AK4493S and AK4493 mentioned. The xDuoo DT-01 is $135.15 and mentions ES9038Q2M, and the E1DA 9039S is $139 and mentions ES9039Q2M.

Shipping

  • Methods and costs. The store's shipping page offers Standard Shipping (4PX, Yanwen or Yun Express), free for most countries, and Express Shipping (DHL Express, FedEx or SF Express) at 15-50 USD depending on the country, free for orders over 270 USD in most countries (checked 2026-11-11).
  • Large items. The page says headphones and desktop DAC/AMPs count as large items, for which Express is free only for orders over $499.99.
  • Delivery times. It says an in-stock order ships within 3 working days, Standard takes about 2 weeks after shipping out (up to 1-3 months for some countries, and the store makes no refund for that transit time) and Express takes about 3-7 days. Festive seasons and other circumstances can change the timing.
  • Taxes and fees. The buyer pays any customs, import or processing fees. The page says Standard via YunExpress is tax-inclusive for some countries, that remote areas can carry extra Express charges, and that a parcel refused or left uncollected over taxes is deducted two-way freight and may be destroyed with no refund.
  • Where it ships. The page says the store can generally ship to most countries by Express and many by Standard, and to confirm Standard with the team for your country. It cannot ship to PO boxes or APO/FPO addresses and can only use Express to Hawaii. It does not name the US, Canada, the UK, Australia or New Zealand, so confirm before you pay.
  • Lost parcels. If a parcel has been in transit for at least 3 months, the page offers a one-time reshipment or a full refund for orders under $50 and a 50% refund for orders above $50.

Returns and warranty

  • Returns. The return page allows returning any non-customized product that is still factory sealed within 30 days of receiving it, with the buyer paying the shipping. Email [email protected] within that period; the store asks for the return to be shipped within 5 working days of the RMA instructions and in most cases processes a refund within 5 business days of inspecting it (checked 2026-11-11).
  • Opened items. A product opened within the first 7 days after delivery can be returned for the price minus a restocking fee of 35% of its retail value, including when it still works properly.
  • Refund or credit. The buyer can choose a refund to the original payment method (PayPal or card) or store credit; with no answer within 48 hours of confirmation the default is store credit, which can also be prioritized during promotions, final-sale events and for items 40% or more off retail.
  • Not returnable. Customized products, including faceplate designs, are non-refundable, and the page says the same applies to carry cases, cables, ear tips and other accessories, "due to hygiene purposes". If one item in a package is defective, incorrect or missing, the refund or replacement covers only that item.
  • Warranty. The page gives a 1-year warranty on products, excluding carry cases, ear tips and other accessories, and 3 months on cables and adapters, from the date of purchase. It covers factory defects that affect proper function, not damage from human error, negligence, accidents, dismantling, water, abuse or modification (checked 2026-11-11).
  • Not covered or limited. It does not apply to items bought elsewhere (AliExpress, Amazon, local dealers and the like), prize or giveaway items, normal wear or colour change, commercial use, or items that were stolen or went missing. Coverage is limited for products 40% or more off retail, for review units and for items repaired or modified by anyone Linsoul has not authorized.
  • Claims. Email [email protected] with the order number, the issue and photos and videos of the fault. The store may ask for the unit back for a replacement. It covers shipping for some defects reported within 7 days of delivery if the fault can be shown on video or photo; after 7 days the buyer ships it back. For wrong or missing items an unboxing video of the whole sealed parcel is required.

Before you buy

Linsoul says it was founded in 2016 by the Crazy HiFi team to bring Chinese HiFi makers closer to listeners worldwide, and that it now sells other makers' products alongside four brands of its own, THIEAUDIO, Kiwi Ears, ZiiGaat and Tripowin (checked 2026-11-11).

We have not read any independent review of this product or of the store. Ratings and owner reviews shown on the store's own pages are the store's and were not verified.

What we liked

  • The page names the DAC chips (two AK4493S) and the USB processor (XMOS XU208)
  • PCM up to 32-Bit/768kHz and native DSD512 are listed
  • Filter choices are stated: 6 for PCM and 2 for DSD
  • The page lists plug-and-play use with Windows 10, Windows 11, Mac and Linux
  • The page describes a pure DAC mode and a built-in volume control for use as a pre-amp

Worth noting

  • The listing text gives no outputs, output level, THD or signal-to-noise figures
  • The option list (Black, Silver) and the spec row (Black, Silver, Blue, Red) disagree on colors
  • The page's performance comparisons with the older E30 are the maker's claims and come without figures

Questions before you buy

Which DAC chips does the E30 II list?

The page lists two AK4493S chips from AKM, one for each channel, and says the USB input is handled by an XMOS XU208 processor.

Which formats and systems does it list?

The page lists PCM up to 32-Bit/768kHz and native DSD512, with plug-and-play use on Windows 10, Windows 11, Mac and Linux.

Which colors can I order?

The option list shows Black and Silver at $126.65, while the spec row also names Blue and Red; confirm the color on the store page before ordering.

Can I return it if I change my mind?

The return page allows returning a non-customized product that is still factory sealed within 30 days of receiving it, with the buyer paying shipping. An opened product returned within 7 days carries a 35% restocking fee. Refunds go to the original payment method or to store credit, which is the default if you do not choose.

How long does shipping take?

The shipping page says in-stock orders ship within 3 working days. Standard Shipping takes about 2 weeks after shipping out, up to 1-3 months for some countries, and Express takes about 3-7 days. Standard is free for most countries; Express costs 15-50 USD and is free over 270 USD (over $499.99 for large items such as headphones and desktop DAC/AMPs).

Does Linsoul ship to the US, Canada, the UK, Australia and New Zealand?

The page says Linsoul can generally ship to most countries by Express and many by Standard, and to ask the team about Standard for your country. It names no restriction for the US, Canada, the UK, Australia or New Zealand, but it does not list them either, and it can only use Express to Hawaii.

What warranty does it have?

The page gives a 1-year warranty on products from the purchase date for factory defects, not for human error, accidents or modification. Coverage is limited for items 40% or more off retail and for review units, and it does not apply to items bought from other sellers.

Sources & verification

What this review is based on and the day we last read it. Specs and claims from the maker are the maker’s own; the verdict and the rating are ours.

From the store

  • TOPPING E30 II product page: specs, options and price (the buy buttons go there)Specs, options and the listed priceRead November 11, 2026
  • Linsoul shipping pageStandard and Express shipping, costs and times, import taxes, lost parcels, couriers, trackingRead November 11, 2026
  • Linsoul return policy and warranty page30-day returns of sealed items, 35% restocking fee on opened ones, 1-year and 3-month warranties, exclusions, how to claimRead November 11, 2026
  • Linsoul support FAQThe same shipping, return and warranty rules in question form, plus order changes and cancellationsRead November 11, 2026
  • About LinsoulFounded in 2016 by the Crazy HiFi team; names its own brands; the awards listed there are the store's own accountRead November 11, 2026

What we couldn’t verify

  • The page says the E30 II has lower distortion, higher dynamic range and better signal-to-noise than the E30 and a Hi-Res performance; these are the maker's claims and were not checked here.
  • Per the page, noise can be lower than 1.5uV, but the listing text gives no THD, SNR, output level or outputs, and the colors differ between the options and the spec row.
  • We have not read an independent review of this product or the store, and the store's own ratings were not verified. We read the store's catalog description only: a specification table or image shown just on the live page was not read.
  • The shipping page names no US, Canada, UK, Australia or New Zealand times or fees: its figures are general and we could not confirm them for these countries.

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