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Oct 17, 2016 at 3:18 AM Post #2,251 of 2,601
I have what I believe is a first gen WA7. I generally use it with analog signal, but I used to occasionally use it with a Windows 7 computer a while back and it worked fine.
 
Now, I have Windows 8 machines. I tried the DAC feature with both of the Win 8.1 machines, and could not get the drivers to work. Had the WA7 turned on during the installation process, and turned it off and on again as instructed when install reached the end. Windows starts searching for the diver, and then freezes each time I attempt the install. Do first gen WA7s not work when using the latest drivers with Win 8.1? 
 
I have heard the first gen DAC is not great anyway, so maybe I'm not missing much. But it's a shame to not be able to use it at all anymore.
 
Oct 18, 2016 at 3:30 PM Post #2,254 of 2,601
Turns out the new DAC is actually higher gain then the old one was at the same knob volume it seems to be just the RCA inputs that have taken a gain hit with the upgrade.  After listening for awhile I am realizing the DAC is a bit nicer then pre-upgrade, bit more air, much closer to my D100. Now time to upgrade my X and XC drivers to the 2016 versions to take advantage of the added detail.
 
Oct 18, 2016 at 4:48 PM Post #2,255 of 2,601
wordfool said:
  Yeah, pins are clean... looks like I'll be using the 30-day tube warranty
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Contacted Woo about the issue and Mike's sending out a new set of tubes... awesome customer service 
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Oct 23, 2016 at 1:34 AM Post #2,256 of 2,601
Just a note from an old fart who sprang for the upgrade.  I like it a lot, sounds great with HD800s, HD650s, and IE800s.  The whole return/upgrade/return process was painless.
 
I say "old fart" because at 57 my hearing is no way what it was at 30, and my previous headphone amp (Oppo HA-1) was more than a little bright, especially with the HD800s.  The upgraded WA7 is just "more better" in all areas.  But perhaps maybe it is just me.
 
Recommended, two thumbs up and all that.
 
Oct 23, 2016 at 2:15 AM Post #2,257 of 2,601
woodrow stool said:
Just a note from an old fart who sprang for the upgrade.  I like it a lot, sounds great with HD800s, HD650s, and IE800s.  The whole return/upgrade/return process was painless.

I say "old fart" because at 57 my hearing is no way what it was at 30, and my previous headphone amp (Oppo HA-1) was more than a little bright, especially with the HD800s.  The upgraded WA7 is just "more better" in all areas.  But perhaps maybe it is just me.

Recommended, two thumbs up and all that.
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Like!
 
Oct 23, 2016 at 1:24 PM Post #2,258 of 2,601
woodrow stool said:
Just a note from an old fart who sprang for the upgrade.  I like it a lot, sounds great with HD800s, HD650s, and IE800s.  The whole return/upgrade/return process was painless.

I say "old fart" because at 57 my hearing is no way what it was at 30, and my previous headphone amp (Oppo HA-1) was more than a little bright, especially with the HD800s.  The upgraded WA7 is just "more better" in all areas.  But perhaps maybe it is just me.

Recommended, two thumbs up and all that.
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"Old fart"! At 65 my rock n'roll youth has resulted in deficits in both ears and constant tinnitus! I'm just about to upgrade. Hope it works as well for me as it did for you.
 
Oct 25, 2016 at 3:20 AM Post #2,260 of 2,601
Nov 3, 2016 at 4:48 PM Post #2,261 of 2,601
After using both upgraded WA7 units at work and home with my X/XC I can indeed say it is a worthy upgrade.  Sound is much clearer with less instrument distortion across the range.  I am able to hear things in the tracks I have not heard in the past.  Bass is lower and cleaner without the flab and the highs are crisp and without siblance.  Sound stage is also improved. If it was a regression or even a break even I would be the first to say it but it is genuinely a better product now. Good game Woo
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My only regret is the RCA inputs seem to have a lower gain then pre-upgrade requiring a higher volume level to get the same volume out. As a DAC via USB the gain may even be slightly higher then before the upgrade so if you primarily use your WA7 via RCA this is something to consider but for USB users it is a definate win.
 
Nov 11, 2016 at 8:29 PM Post #2,262 of 2,601
groovyd said:
Turns out the new DAC is actually higher gain then the old one was at the same knob volume it seems to be just the RCA inputs that have taken a gain hit with the upgrade.  After listening for awhile I am realizing the DAC is a bit nicer then pre-upgrade, bit more air, much closer to my D100. Now time to upgrade my X and XC drivers to the 2016 versions to take advantage of the added detail.
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Hi ,

What you mean by upgrade your x n xc driver to 2016 version ? You mean audeze have upgrade for their LCD headphone ?


Regards,
Ben
 
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