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Cowan D2 or S9

post #1 of 15
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Are these two comparable for sound quality. Does anyone know?
post #2 of 15
I think it's generally assumed they are comparable, with the S9 being a bit better.
post #3 of 15
either would be a good purchase
post #4 of 15
D2+ give more storage with SD card
post #5 of 15
SQ is even, but the D2 is expandeble with Micro sd
post #6 of 15
i had a hard time picking between d2 and s9. i chose d2 b/c of the expansion slot, smaller size, and its shape (better to bundle with smaller amps).
i love the sound of it.
post #7 of 15
Besides the increased sound customizable options of the S9 and the memory card expansion of the D2, there is also the

Cowon D2 Rockbox compatibility
and the
Cowon S9 Gapless playback.

Lets not forget screen size and dimensions as well.

All-in-all, it all matters as to which features you prefer over others.
post #8 of 15
D2(not +) has the better/ more expensive Wolfson.
post #9 of 15
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Originally Posted by gideonMorrison View Post
D2(not +) has the better/ more expensive Wolfson.
So what does the D2+ use ?

Is it true you can also turn a D2 into a D2+ ?
post #10 of 15
Cowon D2 = Telechips TCC7801 + Wolfson WM8985G

Only the firmware, from bbe to bbe+, hardly any difference
post #11 of 15
Personally I would choose the S9. Honestly it depends on what you're going to be using on it. If the stock space with whatever version of the S9 you're getting is enough I would suggest getting that but if you want to expand for videos and stuff I would say to get the D2+.

The S9 will have a better screen and will be smaller though.
post #12 of 15
Is the S9 smaller than the D2? I just realized how tiny that thing {D2} is!
post #13 of 15
the D2 is better
post #14 of 15
I find that the D2 has a slightly smoother finish with just a hint of raspberry and vanilla. The S9 is a bit more full bodied with an oaky and pecan gesture followed by just the slightest insinuation of citrus and currants.
post #15 of 15
I wish I had synaesthesia.
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