I just read the info in the AliExpress link that vilders shared, that was all the information I could get from it, the info is in chinese of course. Like many of you, I'm waiting for more information or first mpressions.

The high end version is mostly is special edition limited to100 units with better build quality, serial number from 001-100, golden color and HDAM2627 instead of HDAM9988.

Hello @Garuspik Will the new batch come with the perforated pads or the old ones? When do you expect to ship the website orders? I don't know if I'm going to be in my address at the time you ship the remaining orders, that's why I've asked you. Thank you.

Using Google translate I got this: "Upgrade the magic version of the analog board op amp section to provide + / _12V power supply LPF circuit using AD8620A OP using AD797 and related circuit parameters to make appropriate adjustments" Do you think is worth the upgrade? Considering I don't have...

There is an updated version of this Dap on Taobao : https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a230r.1.14.20.16ea1b15nGNiwd&id=568857420079&ns=1&abbucket=6#detail I wonder how it compares with the stock DSD 4497. Any info about it on those russian Forums?

Do you know if Taobao seller sends to overseas? I prefer to buy directly and avoid the use of agents.

I know HA8 is a dac/amp but, you can stream audio from your smartphone with the Bluetooth. SM5: https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=536874026720&_u=t2dmg8j26111 HA8-II: https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=566323093853&_u=t2dmg8j26111

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It has very good opinions on taobao but, I'm between this one, Zishan dsd 4497 upgraded version or Saomai Ha8. They have very good specs, specially the Saomai ha8 (es9038q2m, Bluetooth 5.0 and a output power of 1000mW @ 32Ω) and is only $82.

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Between S1, X2 and N3 I prefer the N3 hands down. Has more power output, bidirectional Bluetooth, better UI and better sound quality. The N3 has a U-shaped signature while the S1 and X2 has a more neutral/brighter signature.

I believed the output power is 100ohm for the DSD 4497, Can you share the measurements?

I guess I will skip the Zishan then, all my gear is rated below the 50ohm. Thank you so much much :smile_phones: Edit: I forgot to quote you

Yes, I have 2 IEMs with balanced outputs. That I can conclude with your thoughs that the DSD have less power output than N3 and M3s. N3 is a really good DAP but it's not a big upgrade from my V20 in terms of amplification and sound quality. Is Swapping op-amps on DSD difficult? Which have...

Thank you for the long reply, I owned a N3 a couple of months back (and I really liked it), but now I want an upgrade (sonically and more power would be fine). I tend to like neutral or a little bit brighter sound signatures, also I don't have any problem with u-shaped signatures either (like...

How is the stock sound compared with the N3, V20 and M3s?

My thoughts for the N8: It's a smart phone too or at least have 4G LTE compatibility. Some kind of switchable vacuum tube amplification system. A Multibit DAC designed by Cayin.

Vyrus v2, Master and Icarus III are compatible with R1 but for me only gold damped and blue sounds good, their sound is similar to blue filters but with better bass response and more details. I've asked to penon audio if they sell the filters separately and they said "No" is a shame because I...

Back to the topic, Has someone tried the gold damped and blue filters (Vyrus V2, Master, Icarus III) on R1? They sound reaaally good! Actually, they are my favs.

Actually, I don't believe in cables thanks (or fault) to the science forum. I want a new cable for looks, durability and comfort. So, If you are telling me that with this cable I can get better mids is a good chance to proof if I can really trust in measures. I will let you know what I think...

Thanks for reply, VE makes custom cables and I've read many impressions but without pictures, so, I was hoping someone post some pictures. Link: https://www.veclan.com/engappliance_sel_one?eng_ApplianceVo.eac_id=16

The R1 are getting a little bit of attention here, I'm searching an aftermarket cable and I'm between the VE Cable (8 core silver litz cable) or OKCSC 0.78mm cable. Any recommendation? My budget is around $50

Penon Audio sells the Vyrus V2 and for the tonality you want the Vyrus matches pretty well. Maybe you can check the simgot en700 PRO too (not the Bass edition).

Both uses orankl and I guess none of his purchases from TA were canceled and the system suggests him to rate the other stuff he bought. Btw, I got a refund weeks ago from TA, I opened 3 PayPal disputes and they didn't reply any of them, so, If people here are still in possibility to open a...