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FIIO E10 + AD700 sound degradation over time

post #1 of 4
1/3/12 at 12:52pm
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So I've been having a bit of trouble getting quality audio out of my set-up.  Here is my config:

 

Laptop (Lenovo)

Foobar + WASAPI SPDIF interface (3- FiiO USB DAC-E10), using multiple FLAC audio files (pop and classical)

Fiio E10, bass boost off, low gain, audio pot at 2.5

ATH-AD700

 

It sounds great when I first plug everything in but goes downhill very quickly.  After about 5 minutes the output becomes overwhelmed with static.  It's not like all I hear is static, but I can hear buzzing and popping throughout songs where I wouldn't hear it otherwise.

 

I have tried all my USB ports and this problem doesn't manifest when I just plug directly into my head-phone jack on my laptop.

 

I have also tried using the DS setting in Foobar (instead of WASAPI) to get to the E10 but that doesn't resolve the problem either.

 

I am fairly certain the problem lies in the DAC.  Does anyone have any advice?  Is my unit defective?

 

 

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post #2 of 4
1/4/12 at 2:23am

There's been a number of problems with the e10. I took my chances and mine ended up having a different problem than most; which was surprising. I've given up on getting a replacement and bought a xonar dg instead as I've been told they sound similar. I recommend you return it for a replacement/refund.

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post #3 of 4
1/4/12 at 10:57am
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Dang, I was really excited about using this thing too!

 

Oh well, guess I'll find an alternative.  Thanks for the reply.

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post #4 of 4
1/29/12 at 8:30pm

So it wouldnt be wise to upgrade from the xonar dg to the fiio e10? 

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