Recent content by JEnglishSmith
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Schiit Happened: The Story of the World's Most Improbable Start-Up
Any update from anyone on this thread re a new preamp (Saga S type) for RCA users? I see Jason posted about lack of direction on this in January - has anything been decided? I think for a lot of us smaller amp users, the lack of a multi-input preamp is a a pain/stumbling block...! Nor do the...- JEnglishSmith
- Post #150,295
- Forum: Jason Stoddard
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Schiit Happened: The Story of the World's Most Improbable Start-Up
Alas, I don't use balanced connections so I don't really want to pay $400+ for a preamp with either a DAC or phono (but not both) and or no remote. Once up in those ranges, I might as well get a new Yamaha AS-501 integrated and call it done. I keep suggesting that Fosi Audio jump on making a...- JEnglishSmith
- Post #135,109
- Forum: Jason Stoddard
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Schiit Happened: The Story of the World's Most Improbable Start-Up
Hey, what's up with the discontinuation of the Saga S? Is Schiit going to be coming out with a new solid state only preamp in 2024? (I have long hoped for the Saga S form factor, but with the addition of an onboard/optional phono pre slot.)- JEnglishSmith
- Post #135,103
- Forum: Jason Stoddard
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New Fosi Audio N3 - Compact Bluetooth Receiver/Headphone Amp
Ah! I was never 100% clear whether the BT signal is digital or not. Makes sense though, then it would have an internal DAC. Fosi sent me the device for free, I will prolly just keep this one and use occasionally. If I was going to use it often, like you, I would return or get a new one... Glad...- JEnglishSmith
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- Forum: Portable Headphone Amps
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New Fosi Audio N3 - Compact Bluetooth Receiver/Headphone Amp
Yeah, that's a good price and an even lower price than a month ago! I will try mine again, have not used in a while. See if anything different re that carrier level sound. I have noticed on mine, also, the battery drains off quickly even if the unit is switched off, you have to recharge it...- JEnglishSmith
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- Forum: Portable Headphone Amps
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Aiyima A07 MAX - Initial Comparison and Review
This is a mini-review of the A07 MAX from my "average Joe" perspective. Aiyima was gracious enough to send me a unit for review and evaluation. I found the amplifier to be a lot like the Fosi V3 - apart from the noted Stereo/Mono feature, which I have not made use of. While I think the Mono... -
New Fosi Audio N3 - Compact Bluetooth Receiver/Headphone Amp
Fosi Audio recently sent me a fairly new product to try out, their N3 bluetooth receiver/headphone amp. It's a bit of a niche product but I was interested to review one after seeing the photos. It is currently available on "that auction site" for $60, but I don't see it yet on Fosi's main...- JEnglishSmith
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- Forum: Portable Headphone Amps
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Fulla-E a big disappointment
I pulled out my so-tiny Schiit Fulla v1 yesterday to use again with headphones at desktop, still sounds great. Amazingly good from such a compact unit. I used to have some Windows 10 issues with it (sudden disconnects), but it's been playing now without any problem for two days. Using with...- JEnglishSmith
- Post #3
- Forum: Portable Headphone Amps
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Reply to review by 'JEnglishSmith' on item 'Aiyima A04'
I'd be interested to hear if anyone here has done an op-amp swap and what the results are. I don't want to order any more alternates unless there is a sure-fire, drop in amp that is available from a known good parts seller.- JEnglishSmith
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Reply to review by 'JEnglishSmith' on item 'Aiyima A04'
Well, the 627AUs I purchased were apparently a mismatch or fake, they caused the unit to emit a high pitched squeal. Fortunately I seem to have shut the unit down in time - amp OK, no speaker damage. Over at Audio Science Review, they're chiding me for even attempting to switch op amp's. Has...- JEnglishSmith
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Schiit Happened: The Story of the World's Most Improbable Start-Up
In light of no forthcoming class-D amp from Schiit, I am getting very interested in this new one (A20a) from Sabaj. Don't really need the balanced inputs now, but nice to have. Same thing with the remote. I like that the power supply is integrated, fiddling with the switching power adapters gets...- JEnglishSmith
- Post #77,425
- Forum: Jason Stoddard
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Reply to review by 'JEnglishSmith' on item 'Aiyima A04'
I have one on order and some alternate op amps to swap in as well (OPA627AU). Looking forward to giving it a good test. I've enjoyed my SMSL SA-50 amps but this looks like it will be a step up. The value of Class D remains awfully compelling.- JEnglishSmith
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Schiit Happened: The Story of the World's Most Improbable Start-Up
Hey, a Modi 3 question - does anyone know if the Modi will pull power from the plugged-in secondary power draw USB even when the regular audio USB port is plugged into a device that is providing sufficient power, such as a regular laptop? I am wondering if there is any audio/noise advantage to...- JEnglishSmith
- Post #76,237
- Forum: Jason Stoddard
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Schiit Happened: The Story of the World's Most Improbable Start-Up
Exciting - looks like a great value. What are you guys thinking about an update for the current Modi form factor? I'm a loyal Magni amp user so having the larger footprint DAC probably not ideal for my desktop rig (but I could see buying the Modius for one of my main speaker-based rigs). I love...- JEnglishSmith
- Post #59,867
- Forum: Jason Stoddard
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Schiit Happened: The Story of the World's Most Improbable Start-Up
Any advance/early news re updates to the Schiit Modi? Is anything new on the horizon similar to the improvements with the Magni amps? Or, is there a better thread to keep track of what's in the development pipeline at Schiit?- JEnglishSmith
- Post #59,469
- Forum: Jason Stoddard