Testseek.com have collected 28 expert reviews of the AudioQuest DragonFly Cobalt and the average rating is 89%. Scroll down and see all reviews for AudioQuest DragonFly Cobalt.
May 2020
(89%)
28 Reviews
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The DragonFly Cobalt might at first appear to be an odd addition to the range on paper, and if you need support for very hi-res PCM and DSD you will need to look elsewhere. In more real-world terms, though, this is a fantastic DAC that elevates the go-any...
Abstract: 2020 has been an eventful year to say the least but also one in which many have turned to music as an escape from the madness of the world around them. Music is a meditation that allows you to escape from the problems of life, whose powers are not to be u...
Abstract: The latest addition to AudioQuest's DragonFly range is its best yet. The Cobalt model not only converts a huge range of audio formats from your computer, it also features a high-quality headphone amplifier, as well as being able to deliver great sound to...
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Published: 2020-05-15, Author: Richard , review by: the-ear.net
Abstract: It's hard to believe that it has been eight years since the release of Audioquest's ingenious Dragonfly, the memory stick-sized USB DAC/preamp/headphone amp that provides a simple, effective and affordable solution to the problem of mediocre sound quality...
Published: 2019-09-10, Author: What , review by: whathifi.com
Clean and precise presentation, Spot on timing and dynamics, Wide file support,
Not the most relaxed nature, DragonTail adaptor fits poorly,
Our only real complaint is nothing to do with the sound, only the quality of the DragonTail adaptor. However, the sonic return is such that those wishing to use the Cobalt with their USB-C smartphone should still get one and fork out for a new adaptor ins...
The Cobalt perhaps lacks the last iota of dynamic ceiling as compared to some megabuck, big-component outboard headphone amp/DACs, but then again, maybe not. Either way, I was very impressed with just how "high-end" the best hi-res music sounded via Audio...
Abstract: Linear Tube Audio, Decware, Omega Speaker Systems, And Zu Audio The Audiophile System Builder V2 Our recommendations for buying a complete audiophile stereo system with a budget between $3600 to $7400 for streaming hi-res audio. Review By Ian White Of e...
Published: 2019-11-21, Author: John , review by: stereophile.com
Is AudioQuest's DragonFly Cobalt worth the extra $100 compared with the DragonFly Red? Yes. That sense of ease it offers with long-term listening is something I don't want to do without. The DragonFly Cobalt has replaced the DragonFly Red as my eBook-read...
The Cobalt for sure is the best DragonFly AudioQuest has released up to now. It's small, pretty, sounds great, is affordable and does full MQA.If you don't have a DragonFly yet, I would recommend to go for the Cobalt for sure as it's the best of the DF tr...
