ibasso d17 atheris review ProsCons...
The iBasso D17 Atheris is probably the most complete portable DAC and amplifier the company has made to date. Its 'triple flavor' DAC modes and tube amp sound have an unmistakable smooth analog overtone, with plenty of gorgeous vocal bloom or rich and deep bass performances when required.
Pros
- Beautiful analog tone when combined with the tube output.
- Multiple high-end DAC mode choices in one box.
- Improved battery life over the D16 Taipan.
Cons
- Variable output power for each DAC mode can be confusing.
- Not enough power for demanding headphones
- Dim OLED glow might be hard for some to read.
