CrinEar Protocol Micro Ultra-Portable DAC-Amplifier
CrinEar Protocol Micro Ultra-Portable DAC-Amplifier
4.86 / 5.0
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Inspired by the flagship Protocol Max, the CrinEar Protocol Micro delivers the essential Protocol experience in a streamlined, ultra-affordable package, making high-quality portable audio more accessible than ever.
The Protocol Micro is a compact USB-C to 3.5mm DAC-amplifier that brings high-quality audio and powerful customization to your everyday listening. Built around a modified SPV4040 DAC with an ultra-low output impedance of less than 0.4Ω, it preserves the intended sound of your earphones while delivering clean, transparent playback for music, videos, games, and more. Small enough to fit in any pocket, Protocol Micro is the perfect audio upgrade for smartphones, tablets, and laptops.
What sets the Protocol Micro apart is its built-in 8-band Parametric EQ, allowing you to personalize your listening experience without relying on software during playback. Using the browser-based EQ.Hangout.Audio interface on PC or macOS, you can create and save EQ profiles directly to the device, so your preferred tuning goes wherever the dongle does.
Sadly no Hshelf in PEQ but that’s the worst i can say about it. Amazing product.
Very happy with the quality of the dac. However, i cant seem to connect the device to the eq tuning website on my phone. I also wish the cables between the connectors would feel more robust, i feel the need to be extra gentle when handling it. Great dac though! Highly recommend.
Gets the job done!
Wild for crin to cannibalize the sales of his other IEMs for $10
Unironically what other DAC is going to give you a full 8 band parametric eq with automatic flattening of your iems/headphones built in. The noise floor is so low it’s basically unnoticeable and I just cant comprehend how i lived with the jcally jm6 for so long. Final comment: Just get it bro its not that deep