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AudioQuest DragonFly DAC Returns with Hi-Res but Misses USB-C
AudioQuest's DragonFly Copper DAC now supports hi-res audio up to 24-bit/96kHz, but retains a USB-A connector instead of modern USB-C. The device offers improved sound quality in the same compact design. However, the lack of USB-C limits compatibility with many current smartphones and laptops.
Meridian48 take
The upgrade is welcome for audiophiles, but the omission of USB-C feels like a missed opportunity to stay relevant in a wireless-dominant market.
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My favorite portable hi-fi accessory is back, but I think it’s missed a trick — the AudioQuest DragonFly DAC was my go-to for great-sounding music on the go, and I heard the new version in action, but it's made one key upgrade mistake →
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