[FRank liu d]

I noticed that the EA4 has a lot of adjustable settings. Like, there's this knob that lets you switch the amp from Class A to Class AB, and you can also switch between constant voltage and constant current to choose how the filament is powered.

During my listening session, I used the HD800S, AMT16, and Titanium Bell Plus.

I started with the HD800S (with the stock cable), set the voltage to 16V, constant voltage mode (CV), in Class AB. I found that it gave a really wide soundstage and could drive the HD800S with a lot of power. The details were rich and there was no harshness at all. The vocals were fuller and warmer. The bass was on the clearer side. I'd have liked it even more if the bass was a bit stronger.

Next, I tested two IEMs, the AMT16 and Titanium Bell Plus. Since both are low sensitivity （both are around 102db）earbuds, I went with low gain, constant current mode (CC), and dropped the voltage to 13V. With the EA4, both earbuds sounded more relaxed and spacious, with well-controlled TREs that weren’t too bright. The soundstage was expanded, and the bass was significantly boosted.

Overall, whether driving earbuds or headphones, the EA4 doesn't sound like a portable device; it's closer to the sound of a desktop unit.

Personally, I preferred how the EA4 drove the HD800S.

 

[FRank liu d]

L&P told me that this EA4 was just an older prototype, and their products usually go through months of adjustments before they release to the market.

I gave L&P some suggestions, and they said they'd work on optimizing it. There was a long line of people waiting to try out the EA4 at the expo; it was really popular.

 

[Steranko]

Just curious to know if anyone here prefers using WAV rather than FLAC files with the L&P DAP?

I've been pondering if potential sound quality & battery life improvements might outweigh the loss of album art.

I don’t know but lve been badgering LP to do a battery upgrade for the LP range since battery technology has improved 10 fold from 6 years ago. Getting a 2-3 day battery life should be possible

 

[Kiats]

[cross post from the Cooler thread]

One of the exciting items that we were hoping to see at CJ SG this weekend was the demo unit of the Luxury & Precision E7.

@Uncle Wilson from Jaben Singapore was concerned if there would be shipping delays. Well, good news is that it arrived safely a few days ago. And credit to Wilson that he got it to me for some listening since I will have to sit out this weekend’s festivities because of medical reasons.

Just wanted folks to know the demo unit is in. I am sure you can try it at Jaben SG.

 

[Kiats]

L&P told me that this EA4 was just an older prototype, and their products usually go through months of adjustments before they release to the market.

I gave L&P some suggestions, and they said they'd work on optimizing it. There was a long line of people waiting to try out the EA4 at the expo; it was really popular.

Thanks for sharing!

 

[nocturne19]

I noticed that the EA4 has a lot of adjustable settings. Like, there's this knob that lets you switch the amp from Class A to Class AB, and you can also switch between constant voltage and constant current to choose how the filament is powered.

During my listening session, I used the HD800S, AMT16, and Titanium Bell Plus.

I started with the HD800S (with the stock cable), set the voltage to 16V, constant voltage mode (CV), in Class AB. I found that it gave a really wide soundstage and could drive the HD800S with a lot of power. The details were rich and there was no harshness at all. The vocals were fuller and warmer. The bass was on the clearer side. I'd have liked it even more if the bass was a bit stronger.

Next, I tested two IEMs, the AMT16 and Titanium Bell Plus. Since both are low sensitivity （both are around 102db）earbuds, I went with low gain, constant current mode (CC), and dropped the voltage to 13V. With the EA4, both earbuds sounded more relaxed and spacious, with well-controlled TREs that weren’t too bright. The soundstage was expanded, and the bass was significantly boosted.

Overall, whether driving earbuds or headphones, the EA4 doesn't sound like a portable device; it's closer to the sound of a desktop unit.

Personally, I preferred how the EA4 drove the HD800S.

Thanks for the impressions! Do you find it portable? It looks pretty big.
And do you know the expected price? I heard it is going for 20000Yuan (~2550USD).

 

[FRank liu d]

Thanks for the impressions! Do you find it portable? It looks pretty big.
And do you know the expected price? I heard it is going for 20000Yuan (~2550USD).

The size is close to the LP6 series, which I think makes it movable. It should be an aluminum alloy case, so the weight is acceptable. I also heard it's going to be around 20,000 yuan.

 

[FRank liu d]

they are still working on appearance design and the circuit tweaking. so the official price hasn't been set yet.

Thanks for the impressions! Do you find it portable? It looks pretty big.
And do you know the expected price? I heard it is going for 20000Yuan (~2550USD).

 

[FRank liu d]

Thanks for sharing!

；）

 

[weexisttocease]

I noticed that the EA4 has a lot of adjustable settings. Like, there's this knob that lets you switch the amp from Class A to Class AB, and you can also switch between constant voltage and constant current to choose how the filament is powered.

During my listening session, I used the HD800S, AMT16, and Titanium Bell Plus.

I started with the HD800S (with the stock cable), set the voltage to 16V, constant voltage mode (CV), in Class AB. I found that it gave a really wide soundstage and could drive the HD800S with a lot of power. The details were rich and there was no harshness at all. The vocals were fuller and warmer. The bass was on the clearer side. I'd have liked it even more if the bass was a bit stronger.

Next, I tested two IEMs, the AMT16 and Titanium Bell Plus. Since both are low sensitivity （both are around 102db）earbuds, I went with low gain, constant current mode (CC), and dropped the voltage to 13V. With the EA4, both earbuds sounded more relaxed and spacious, with well-controlled TREs that weren’t too bright. The soundstage was expanded, and the bass was significantly boosted.

Overall, whether driving earbuds or headphones, the EA4 doesn't sound like a portable device; it's closer to the sound of a desktop unit.

Personally, I preferred how the EA4 drove the HD800S.

Thanks for the impressions. It definitely has my attention since it's more closer to a desktop unit since it can drive the HD800s with ease and authority and also IEMs. Did L&P mentioned any specs?

 

[acuinus]

I noticed that the EA4 has a lot of adjustable settings. Like, there's this knob that lets you switch the amp from Class A to Class AB, and you can also switch between constant voltage and constant current to choose how the filament is powered.

During my listening session, I used the HD800S, AMT16, and Titanium Bell Plus.

I started with the HD800S (with the stock cable), set the voltage to 16V, constant voltage mode (CV), in Class AB. I found that it gave a really wide soundstage and could drive the HD800S with a lot of power. The details were rich and there was no harshness at all. The vocals were fuller and warmer. The bass was on the clearer side. I'd have liked it even more if the bass was a bit stronger.

Next, I tested two IEMs, the AMT16 and Titanium Bell Plus. Since both are low sensitivity （both are around 102db）earbuds, I went with low gain, constant current mode (CC), and dropped the voltage to 13V. With the EA4, both earbuds sounded more relaxed and spacious, with well-controlled TREs that weren’t too bright. The soundstage was expanded, and the bass was significantly boosted.

Overall, whether driving earbuds or headphones, the EA4 doesn't sound like a portable device; it's closer to the sound of a desktop unit.

Personally, I preferred how the EA4 drove the HD800S.

@FRank liu d , I was more attracted to the photos in the attachment - what kind of L&P P6-model is this with a black wheel instead of a golden one? did you happen to look at the device info? never saw it ever...

 

[Kiats]

I have been a bit tied up but I thought I would share some unboxing photos of the LP E7 demo unit that was received by @Uncle Wilson of Jaben SG.

 

[weexisttocease]

I have been a bit tied up but I thought I would share some unboxing photos of the LP E7 demo unit that was received by @Uncle Wilson of Jaben SG.

Looks classy. Any sound impressions yet?

 

[Bosk]

I have been a bit tied up but I thought I would share some unboxing photos of the LP E7 demo unit that was received by @Uncle Wilson of Jaben SG.

Those L&P wooden boxes really help create a positive first impression.

I'm very keen to read your impressions when you've had time to formulate your thoughts, and would love to see the E7 alongside the P6Pro & LP6 as a size comparison.

 

[Kiats]

Those L&P wooden boxes really help create a positive first impression.

I'm very keen to read your impressions when you've had time to formulate your thoughts, and would love to see the E7 alongside the P6Pro & LP6 as a size comparison.

Will give my sound impressions (I had it for a day or so only) later.

For size comparison, I had taken these photos.