Polk Audio RTiA9 Burson V5i SS Opamp

The V5i D is for the Topping D50s. Previously I was using MUSES02 in it. After switching to V5i D I swear it right away sounded more “Vinyl” and much warmer than MUSES. I also find the soundstage deeper but not exaggerated and defined. Over all I am very happy with it.

Asus, Essence STX II 7.1 Burson V5i SS Opamp

Easy installation exactly as described “easiest plug-in upgrade for any audio project”. As this was newly installed and have not burned over 150 hours or so music though immediately I can tell these sound DOUBLE the sound quality over the OEM op-amps that came with the Asus Essence STX II 7.1 soundcard. I Will be […]

ASUS Xonar Essence STX II with Burson V5i Opamp Upgrade

Using 2x V5i opamps in my Xonar Essence STX II. I upgraded from genuine LME49990 dual-mono opamps. The V5i is excellent for the card’s Dolby Headphone feature. The opamps’ midrange focus and increased detail are awesome for movies and create a very nice focused centre image for dialogue. The V5i definitely have a colour to […]

XDUOO XD-05 Plus with Burson V5i opamp

My biggest surprise after installing the burson v5i was not the sound improvement (i can hear a bit more of the sound, the treble is reigned back for the better, the bass slams a tad more, better dynamics and a tiny bit more imaging.) The BIGGEST improvement for me was the functionality of the opamp. […]

XDuoo XD-05 Plus with Burson V5i Dual Opamp

Took a long burn in time, however, the sound separation is fantastic. Works fantastically with my current setup. Just be careful not to drop as you might bend some of the pins on its fall (almost happened to me!). It fits into this just fine with a small clearance on the top which will fit […]