Bummer but i mean, the v1 is still fantastic so i dont mind xDIt's a silent update. Comes with AKM4493 chip instead of the AKM4490 and also the updated remote (which is more useful than the original one)
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SPL Phonitor X / Phonitor E impressions and Discussion thread
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what different on off matrix,crossfeed andv angle?I was able to check out the Uber-DAC portion of the SPL Phonitor XE. In short, it's very good, but it's not versatile enough for me to warrant a recommendation for the DAC itself.
That said, The Phonitor XE is still my current favorite amp and I use it every day.
http://www.basshead.club/spl-phonitor-xe-uber-dac-review/
staffz93
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This headphone amp is one of the top 3 for me to try out but I have heard a disturbing thing about that I am hoping you all can help clarify. Is it true that this amp can destroy itself if you unplug/plugin the 1/4 inch while music is playing? Thanks!
From the manual:
"To protect the headphone power amplifier stage and guarantee a long and consistent performance please note: • Turn down VOLUME before swapping headphones. • Never insert a mono jack plug into the front panel stereo jack. • Make sure that the headphones stereo jack is fully inserted. • If you use an adapter from 3,5 mm to 1/4" (6,35 mm) on your headphone make sure that the adapter is fully screwed on respectively fully plugged in."
"To protect the headphone power amplifier stage and guarantee a long and consistent performance please note: • Turn down VOLUME before swapping headphones. • Never insert a mono jack plug into the front panel stereo jack. • Make sure that the headphones stereo jack is fully inserted. • If you use an adapter from 3,5 mm to 1/4" (6,35 mm) on your headphone make sure that the adapter is fully screwed on respectively fully plugged in."
staffz93
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Well thats is a bummer. This ones off my list then.
Grimspoon
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I've lived over a decade with a Mad Ear+ HD Super complying with this very rule. Not hard to get used to. I lso know I screwed up a few times over the years and forgot / did something absent-minded and the amp didn't die.
I'm in the market for a Phonitor XE in the near future and I think I can live with this.
I'd also seriously consider using XLR only if the risk is that serious on this amp.
I'm in the market for a Phonitor XE in the near future and I think I can live with this.
I'd also seriously consider using XLR only if the risk is that serious on this amp.
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Hi all,
This is my setup, currently, the combination was a game changer to me, i ended up picking up a b stock phonitor 2 for about 1100 and am very happy with the purchase. Couldn't see an advantage with the xe for me.
This is my setup, currently, the combination was a game changer to me, i ended up picking up a b stock phonitor 2 for about 1100 and am very happy with the purchase. Couldn't see an advantage with the xe for me.
penguinofsleep2
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Not plugging/unplugging while volume is up and music is playing is going to be an issue on most amps, tube or solid state. You may not hear it immediately, it may not be documented, etc. but it is usually a problem.Well thats is a bummer. This ones off my list then.
staffz93
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Fair enough but as far as I am concerned the fact that it can be fried from one accidental unplugging is an unacceptable design flaw in an amp costing this much.
kenammo
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Well, I'm waiting with bated breath as my Phonitor Xe DAC768 is due to arrive via UPS any minute now!
musicmaker
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Congrats. Let us know how you like it, after the honeymoon period
kenammo
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Man, it is fantastic - fresh out of the box!
Connection, drivers, setup was a breeze. Dark background, no noise, solid playback via USB. Incredible power. My average volume setting is at 9:00.
Everything I've played so far is sounding "new and fresh" and I feel as if I'm sitting at the studio.
Got a feeling this will be my endgame setup.
Connection, drivers, setup was a breeze. Dark background, no noise, solid playback via USB. Incredible power. My average volume setting is at 9:00.
Everything I've played so far is sounding "new and fresh" and I feel as if I'm sitting at the studio.
Got a feeling this will be my endgame setup.
musicmaker
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I dont know the used market for these but is $1299 a good price for the Phonitor xe (B stock, which is a return I believe with full warranty).
I dont know the used market for these but is $1299 a good price for the Phonitor xe (B stock, which is a return I believe with full warranty).
That's a good price. Especially if warranty is apart of the deal.
Random but how do you like the Earmen?Hi all,
This is my setup, currently, the combination was a game changer to me, i ended up picking up a b stock phonitor 2 for about 1100 and am very happy with the purchase. Couldn't see an advantage with the xe for me.
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