NEW Sony Walkman Z Series mini review!!! - Page 212

I'm no expert on Flac but over on the iBasso DX100 thread there have been some similar issues raised and there is mention of improper tags and some suggestions of how to fix. Maybe worth you looking on this page...

http://www.head-fi.org/t/592076/ibasso-dx100-24-bit-for-bit-pg-1-reviews-impressions-downloads-video-new-firmware-1-3-7/10860#post_9207113

 

As far as ICS sound quality, I didn't use 2.3 for long at all, but I am quite satisfied with the SQ after updating. As I also have a DX100 to compare to, I personally can't complain about the Z. It may not have the dynamics or output to drive higher impedance HPs of the DX100 but it's not a mile behind either. There are similar variable opinions about the SQ of the various FW versions of 2.3 on the DX with some reverting back from the latest version 1 or 2 releases. I'm staying with the latest versions on both devices.

I don't have the Walkman z, but I do have an Xperia S which happens to have the same Walkman software as the Z, and I also came across unsupported flacs, althouhg a bast minority of my collection. I think the issue is in the WALKMAN app itself, other apps like Neutron or any other app that supports flac files will play them with no issues.

Hi guys,

 

This may have been asked previously but there are too many pages to go through.  Has anyone ordered a 64GB Z direct from Japan to the UK, and if so where from and how much did you pay for shipping and duty etc?

 

Thanks

have you tried 3rd party apps with Z? i find that playerpro works pretty well. to me the i didnt really like the stock sony player

I have tried all kinds of 3rd party apps including equalizers and in the end I found it such a hassle that I just reverted back to the stock player.

I found that after doing the ics update a factory reset helped with the problematic flac files.  Now I just use media go and transfer the flacs over

and it just works with all of the artwork and tags intact.  Regarding the sound, like I said before, my A just sounds better.  Doesnt matter what the file type mp3 or flac. Now in saying that, I know that hearing can be very subjective and what I like, others may not.   I do like my Z for the dope eye candy

and it is fun to play with.   

does anyone has tried to make a comparison between SONY Z vs IRiver Ak100?I want to know the result.

I don't think there is much to compare the two apart from sound quality, because they are otherwise different animals completely. Android vs custom firmware, proprietary Sony line out vs optical/coaxial output, no storage expansion vs 2xMicroSD slots.... And so on.

 

I had an AK100 briefly, but traded it back with the retailer for an iBasso DX100. I later purchased a 16gb Z then a 64gb Z. Therefore I am unable to a/b the devices. But from memory, I do feel the Z is closer to the DX100 than what I felt the AK100 was in terms of SQ. 

 

In the end, the main advantage of the AK100 was its size and expandability, but there are many much cheaper micro DAPs with MicroSD slots around. I think the iRiver is very poor value compared to a Z given all the extra capabilities it has while having a very good DAC for its class of DAP and considerably less expensive.

I ordered my 64Gb Z direct from Japan last year. It was 350pounds (delivery inclusive) and 70pounds tax and duty. I am looking to sell it now. Let me know if you are interested. Cheers.

i also planned to buy the 64gb in japan but i would go buy the ak100 since i  would get them for much cheaper prices.I found that based on few tracks i played with them the ak100 is the winner between the two.

hi guys i found a usb charger is this ok planing to buy it HUNTKEY USB CHARGER S202 http://www.huntkeydiy.com/en/product/p-195-662.html

Looks similar to an iPad charger which is what I use without issue. At 10w, 2.1amps, it's rated the same so expect it should be fine.

thanks i got it today .. feedback later

the charger works fine now i dont need to open my pc to charge my phone . anyway the new xperia Z is really pissing me off http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15PmY4h1HRU

Why?  It looks freak'n Awesome!  I'd probably hand my current "Z" to the kids to use and get the Xperia Z... if it comes to Verizon... if not, I have till September, then I'll probably jump ship.

probably ill do the same , that's why maybe i did wait for the xperia Z and buy it than my walkman z