The HiFi Cat Summer Sale runs from May 31 at 8:00 AM to June 10 at 11:59 PM (Pacific Time). Summer is the perfect time to refresh your desktop audio system. Whether you are building a compact all-in-one setup, upgrading your DAC, or cleaning up the digital front end of your system, SMSL offers some of the most practical and high-performance options for modern HiFi listeners.
During The HiFi Cat Summer Sale, selected SMSL products are available at up to 15% off. Below are our curated recommendations across four upgrade paths.
Flagship DAC: SMSL D3R — 15% Off
The SMSL D3R is our top flagship recommendation for listeners who want a dedicated reference-grade DAC at the centre of a high-end desktop system.
- Dual ROHM BD34302EKV DAC chips
- PCM 768kHz/32-bit and DSD512 support
- Balanced XLR and RCA outputs
High-End Separates Stack: SMSL VMV D2R MK2 + P2 MKII — 15% Off
For listeners who prefer a separated DAC and headphone amplifier over an all-in-one unit, the VMV D2R MK2 and VMV P2 MKII make a natural pairing.
SMSL VMV D2R MK2 — ROHM BD34302EKV decoding, MQA support, OCXO clocking, refined desktop design.
SMSL VMV P2 MKII — Matching high-resolution headphone amplifier for a cleaner, more powerful listening chain.
→ Shop the VMV D2R MK2 (15% off) | → Shop the VMV P2 MKII (15% off)
All-in-One Recommendation: SMSL AO300 PRO — 10% Off
The SMSL AO300 PRO is the pick for users who want one compact unit to handle DAC decoding, headphone amplification, and speaker amplification without building a full stack.
- Cirrus Logic CS43131 decoding chip
- PCM 32-bit/768kHz and DSD256 support
- MQA decoding, Bluetooth 5.3, HDMI eARC
- 4.4mm balanced + 6.35mm single-ended headphone outputs
- Class D amplifier: up to 165W × 2 into 4 ohms
→ Shop the SMSL AO300 PRO (10% off)
Entry-Level Picks: SMSL PO100 PRO & SU-1 — 15% Off
SMSL PO100 PRO — A smart digital front-end upgrade for users whose DAC is already strong. XMOS XU316, MQA, PCM 32-bit/768kHz, DSD512, I2S/coaxial/optical outputs.
SMSL SU-1 — A compact and affordable entry-level DAC. AK4493S chip, MQA, USB asynchronous, PCM 32-bit/768kHz, DSD512 over USB.
→ Shop the PO100 PRO (15% off) | → Shop the SU-1 (15% off)
More SMSL Products on Sale
Looking for other SMSL options? Browse the full range — additional models are also included in the Summer Sale at up to 15% off.
→ View the full SMSL collection at The HiFi Cat
Sale runs May 31 – June 10, 2026 (Pacific Time). Discounts applied automatically at checkout. While stocks last.
