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Moondrop - DAWN PRO

Portable Balanced DAC & Amp
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Don't sweat it, this Moondrop - DAWN PRO comes with a 1 Year warranty from Moondrop that covers manufacturing defects. All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.

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Established & Reputed

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Revered by Audiophiles

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Why we love this DAC/Amp

Value for Money

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Every once in a while we come across a product that give you a lot more value for the price.


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For Enthusiasts on a Budget

We are here to help you find the best bang for your buck.


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For Audiophiles On-the-Go

Are you an audiophile looking to carry your music with you wherever you go?


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Works Great with Type-C

Don’t have a 3.5mm headphone jack on your phone? Don’t worry we got you covered.


This headphone or gear is fully compatible with Type-C USB connectors. Not only do they seamlessly connect to your device without needing an additonal dongle or adapter and ensures optimal performance without any hassle.


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Why it Sounds Amazing

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Balanced Output

Upgrading from single-ended to balanced can be the easiest way to improve your sound.


This DAC, Amp or Hi-Res player offers a balanced output, ensuring pristine audio quality with minimised interference and enhanced clarity for your listening pleasure.


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Moondrop Dawn Pro pushes the envelope for what a portable DAC & Amp delivers. It stands out for its audio quality, compact design, and dual output ports at an affordable price point. The performance and value make it an easy recommendation for any audiophile.
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About RAGHAV SOMANI

Raghav Somani is the Founder & CEO of Headphone Zone. An avid audiophile and musician since 2008, his choice of headphones include STAX Electrostats, Audeze LCD 3, and for music on the go, the JH Audio Roxanne + Astell&Kern SP1000 is never too far away. On his playlist, you'll find A.R. Rahman, Michael Jackson, and the Eagles.

MOONDROP INTRODUCES ITS ALL-NEW AND UPGRADED DAC & AMP - THE DAWN PRO

Presenting the brand-new Moondrop Dawn Pro, an exceptional portable USB DAC & Amp engineered with dual flagship-grade CS43131 DAC chips. Immerse yourself in a top-tier performance featuring minimal distortion and an industry-leading signal-to-noise ratio (SNR). Elevate your music experience to its zenith, courtesy of Dawn Pro's remarkable achievements in high SNR, Dynamic Range (DNR), and ultra-low distortion capabilities. Moondrop has meticulously crafted the Dawn Pro, housing it within a CNC-machined aluminium alloy enclosure, complete with an integrated heat dissipation system. Unleash the full potential of your portable audio journey with the extraordinary Dawn Pro.

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FEATURES DUAL CS43131 DAC CHIPSET FOR A FLAGSHIP-GRADE AUDIO PERFORMANCE

The Moondrop Dawn Pro integrates dual flagship decoding and amplifier chips, specifically the CS43131, a product of Cirrus Logic. This is a meticulously implemented 32-bit DAC chipset, presenting exceptional audio signal decoding capabilities. It supports a wide range of decoding, from advanced 16-bit/44.1kHz to 32-bit/384kHz PCM signals, and even Native 1Bit DSD512 audio signals. These DAC chips excel in decoding high-resolution audio, ensuring superior performance. The audio circuitry within the Moondrop Dawn Pro delivers a high Dynamic Range (DNR), an excellent Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR), and minimal distortion in the output signal, resulting in remarkable sound quality. Moreover, it offers compatibility with various audio sources, including laptops, smartphones, PCs, tablets, and more.

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BOASTING A POWERFUL AMPLIFICATION STAGE WITH 4VRMS/120MW OUTPUT POWER

The Moondrop Dawn Pro boasts a remarkable 4Vrms/120mW of lossless output power, guaranteeing a dynamic audio performance capable of effortlessly driving a diverse array of headphones. Its versatility extends to various headphone types, ensuring flawless compatibility and peak performance with each one. Whether you prefer high-impedance audiophile headphones or more sensitive in-ear monitors, this system seamlessly adjusts to accommodate the distinct characteristics of each headphone model. This adaptability highlights the Moondrop Dawn Pro's capacity to deliver a refined audio experience tailored to your specific preferences and choice of headphones.

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EMBEDS PREMIUM AUDIO COMPONENTS TO DELIVER PREMIUM AUDIO QUALITY

Leveraging their extensive expertise in high-end audio gear development, Moondrop has meticulously designed the DAWN Pro. It incorporates an impressive array of components, including dual independent crystal oscillators, three autonomous power supply chips, and a high-grade USB interface chipset. These components synergise to unlock the DAWN Pro's full potential, delivering a professional-grade, high-resolution sound experience. This sophisticated HiFi audio circuit architecture excels in efficiency and performance, offering robust thrust, minimal distortion, low noise, and a nuanced soundstage, all while keeping power consumption at a minimum.

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OFFERS SINGLE-ENDED AND BALANCED OUTPUT WITH 100-LEVEL VOLUME CONTROL

Moondrop Dawn Pro houses dual headphone output ports. It supports both single-ended as well as balanced headphone connections. Moondrop Dawn Pro has a 3.5mm Single-Ended output and a 4.4mm balanced headphone output. Additionally Moondrop Dawn Pro has 100-level smooth DAC volume control that can be easily adjusted using the physical volume keys present on the device. This gives better control in pairing low-power requiring sensitive in-ear monitors and easily adjusts using precise adjustments. This not only enhances overall performance but also delivers a seamless and refined control experience.

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EXPERTLY DESIGNED WITH ALUMINIUM ALLOY HOUSING AND HEAT DISSIPATION DESIGN

The Moondrop Dawn Pro housing expertly combines aviation-grade aluminium alloy using a combination of CNC and mould-forming methods. An anodised surface treatment enhances its tactile sensation and durability, resulting in a remarkable fusion of texture and sturdiness. The heat dissipation design of the Dawn Pro is influenced by the principles found in high-fidelity desktop equipment. Thoughtfully placed heat dissipation openings, strategically located above regions prone to higher heat production, optimise the system's cooling effectiveness. This arrangement significantly improves heat dissipation, enhancing overall thermal control and guaranteeing prolonged and steady operation.

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1 Year Warranty

Don't sweat it, this Moondrop - DAWN PRO comes with a 1 Year warranty from Moondrop that covers manufacturing defects. All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.

Read more about Moondrop's warranty in India.

MOONDROP Labs : Integration of Design & Technology

Established in 2015 by Herbert Zheng, MOONDROP quickly gained recognition in the audio industry for its dedication to developing high-performance earbuds. Starting with the VX model, MOONDROP expanded its lineup with the innovative "Liebesleid" in 2017, setting new standards for sound quality and design.

With a focus on constant improvement, MOONDROP ventured into in-ear monitors (IEMs), releasing iconic models like the "IX" and the acclaimed "kanas" series. As the brand evolved, it solidified its position as a premium IEM manufacturer with releases such as the "Blessing," "A8," and "Reference." With a commitment to innovation and technology, MOONDROP continually pushes the boundaries of sound engineering, investing in research to optimize performance without following trends. Critically acclaimed models like the MOONDROP Starfield and MOONDROP Blessing2 showcase the brand's expertise and dedication to excellence, making MOONDROP a staple in many audiophiles' collections.


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DAC Chip

Dual Cirrus Logic CS43131

Dual Cirrus Logic CS43131

ESS Sabre ES9028Q2M

Headphone Output

3.5mm (Single-Ended)
4.4mm (Balanced)

3.5mm (Single-Ended)
4.4mm (Balanced)

3.5mm (Single-Ended)
4.4mm (Balanced)

Ideal For

🪴 Budding Enthusiasts

🪴 Budding Enthusiasts

🪴 Budding Enthusiasts

Power Output

Upto 4Vrms @32 Ohms

Upto 160mW @ 32 Ohms

Upto 155mW @ 32 Ohms

Input

USB

USB

USB-C


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Customer Reviews

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Hari Govind (Chennai)
An amazing Catalyst for any IEM out there!

Dawn Pro a micro DAC & AMP is just a supporting agent which helps to bring out true potential and music one have never imagined that their IEMs or headphones could sound this amazing.

I tried the Dawn Pro with couple of phones one was ROG 3 and another was POCO X5 pro. And IEMs and earphone used were Truthear Zero:Red, Moondrop ChU 2, CCA NRA and Sony MDRX55ap (Extra bass).

Actually these show different colours of LED indication depending on the music quality being fed to it.
The video shared was connected to ROG 3 via moonddrop chu 2.

When I use Zero:Red with these the bass and instruments were very much audio with huge sound stages huge enough to listen to different instruments from different directions with precious location. This happened with both the phones just the RoG was much louder compared to X5 pro

CCA NRA sounds very much bass boosted very V shaped sound but also there is lil defect with right IEM it starts to distort a Lil bit at higher volumes. Apart from that it was fun listening to that via Dawn Pro

The Chu 2 was my favourite to listen to with this Dawn Pro because it had right amount bass and vocals were crystal clear. I could listen with chu 2 and dawn Pro for hours, that much easy listening it was. Make no mistake the loudness is present like u can listen it with full volume on the Micro amp as well in ur phn u will deaf within an hour.

Finally the sony mdr x55ap sounded lound quite loud compared to all the above ones coz the frequency response fo those where till 24khrtz only where the IEMs had till 40khz and zero red had till 45kHz response target. But still there was details and clarity even with Sony it was such a bills to listen to.

The DAC also has app support which comes handy should try it.

The pic show connected to Mac, which gave huge amplification to the output of Mac but didn't see any difference in light colour when placed diff kinda of audio quality.

Also these seem to hav DSD idk what means or when it get turned on coz I couldn't find the signs of it turing on at all. As the mentioned in their "manual" is DSD is happening 1x then it will yellow colour and 2x times then purple somthing like that but it never happened to me i just wonder when it would ever turn on.

So in conclusion the Dawn Pro is powerful DAC/AMP in a smaller size and it is worth buying it and experience that premium tear music all the time.

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Thanks a lot for your detailed and genuine feedback, we're glad that you have such positive thoughts about the product and we'll share your thoughts with the brand as well. It'll also help our fellow customers to make the right choice!

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Abhimanyu Kumar (Hyderabad)
Unclear Music

Suddenly music has become really Unclear and too bassy. I don't like the product and want to return it.

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Anonymous (Karjat)
Punches well above its price point!

This little matchbox sized device packs a hell of a punch. Gave my RME a run for the money. It's more resolving in the bass with texture.

Sounds fantastic with my Monarch Mk2 iem. This synergy could very well be my end game on the go. I cannot find any fault with this little beast. If the mix has it, it delivers. I'd say it has a tuning that works well with harmon curve iems, but I'm just getting started in this hobby.

The volume control with 100 steps works very well. The app is a bit fiddly, but once you learn it's one quirk, the filters actually work, even has a perfectly working low latency mode.

I tried my OG HD800 with it, power was surprisingly more than adequate. I'm at around 50% with the MK2 in high power mode, so it has plenty of headroom!

The one conn is the open holes for ventilation, I worry about splash damage.

On first use I thought the unit was faulty with distortion, but it was a user error, I didn't have the headphone plug all the way in. This is also another indicator of a quality plug, it has a very positive clutch action on both the headphone and USB C jacks. The volume buttons have a good tactile click to them as well.

I could easily stop here and live happily ever after.

But my curiosity is piqued, if this little monster can sound this good, it has only escalated an addiction I didn't know I had.

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Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to leave such a detailed review of the Moondrop - DAWN PRO. We're thrilled to hear that it exceeded your expectations and provided a high-quality listening experience. We understand your concerns about the open holes for ventilation, but rest assured that our product has undergone rigorous testing to ensure it can withstand everyday use. We're glad to hear that our volume control and app worked well for you and we hope you continue to enjoy your DAWN PRO. Happy listening!

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Madhur Vashisht (New Delhi)
Moondrop Dawn Pro, A step up in one's audiophile experience

So, I am not a very experienced audiophile, And I try to learn from what I order. The previous DAC that I had purchased was the Venture Electronics Abigail Pro. Now, that dongle wasn't groundbreaking, but it was better than the 3.5mm to type C adapters available on Amazon and other platforms. It had an average soundstage, music sometimes felt very shouty, and it was starting to hurt my ears. I am using the 7Hz Salnotes Zero right now, pretty good IEMs I must say. So, during the festival of sound sale, I noticed this DAC, it had pretty good ratings and it was on sale as well. It was pretty powerful at 120mW, which isn't a lot, but other DACs with the same chips as this one provided lower power. Now, cut the normal talks and let me share what I found :-
1) Soundstage is actually really wide, and with clean channels as well.
2) The DAC does get warm when plugged into the device, but not extremely hot (it's normal no need to worry)
3) The type C to C wire provided is okayish, I can handle it and store it well so it won't die on me, but for people who travel and wish to buy this DAC, do invest in another wire, it might not last for you.
4) The holes on this DAC are problematic. If not taken care of, the DAC will get filled with dust. Stay away from water and moisture as well.
5) The Moondrop Link app is not well designed, but it works as intended.
6) You can turn OFF the LED (it denotes the quality of music played thru the DAC) temporarily or permanently. I have it turned OFF because the LED is kinda powerful. Mind it that the LED turns off but a tint of colour stays in it when connected to source. I don't think that's something to worry about.
6) The body is made up of aluminium, and the whole DAC is very lightweight.
My basic verdict - If you are on a budget but you want to upgrade to a better DAC, go for this, just take good care of it and you will be fine. If you can stretch your budget by around 2k, go for the FiiO KA 13. It provides more power and doesn't have holes in its body.
Price that I paid for it - Rs. 4536 (MRP during sale was 4799Rs.)

Hi there, thank you for taking the time to leave a detailed review for the Moondrop Dawn Pro. We're glad to hear that it has been a step up in your audiophile experience.

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Saif Alam (Kolkata)
Excellent

It's excellent value for money... The build quality to sound everything is just too good... I have used a lot of dacs in this price range but Ifi Audio Go Link and Moondrop dawn pro stands out... With the dawn pro being more value for money and feature rich while the Go Link is a little bit more clean in terms of sound... The dawn pro has more power in terms of sound...

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Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a positive review for the Moondrop - DAWN PRO!

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