To my ears, closest non-Westone brand that sounds similar is earsonic sm3's.     Just picked a pair of um50pros and they remind me of that warm close um3x sound as well, where as w60 reminds me more of my ES5's.  Ironic, since um50pros have the same drivers as the ES5.

The um3x's mids are a lot closer than w60, so thats why you feel the intimacy and fatigue. But I too have fond memories of the um3x

It'll be better for sure, but you'd have to change your account name then? :joy:

I've managed to lose my adapter after moving house, should I approach ibasso for a replacement or is it possible to just buy a replacement as long as the voltage matches?   Many thanks, guys.

Does it take a charger with specific level of output? Just took a look at anker, you mean like Anker E3?

Has anyone found a way to charge the dx100 with portable chargers? My previous attempts were unsuccessful.

The price and the quality seems great.  Would really like to hear SQ comparisons with the other replacement cables!   Most of the aftermarket cables nowadays are quite a bit thicker, wondering if these little cables can hold up sound wise.   Thanks in advance everyone!

Can't say I totally agree with some of the above comments, but of course to each their own.   Have owned a DX100 and played with my friends C4, and also currently own a CK4 (modded).   C4 (which is like a ck4 but much better power) is nice, clear and crisp for the upper frequencies...

normal ak100 as opposed to rwa ak100.  dynamics was ok, i felt it was a thin, quick, slightly more exciting type of sound.  dx100 felt colder in comparison.  one thing that some will like but i didn't was the vocals, a bit too close for my taste.  

As a clip+ and clipzip lover + user... I can't really agree... I've found lots of equipment better than es5 + clip, though that combo is nice.  I can also hear a great difference between my clips and anything + o2.   Had great experience with dx100 and es5, personally felt it was a great...

Quote:   LOL, watch out, this sticker version will probably be coming out soon from China.  Sennheizer ftw!

Quote:   This was my feeling before when I waited for my micro twag for 4 months, most of it with no replies and response.....   Maybe I'm just a small fry and nothing to worry about.............

Taobao can be ok if you choose a good seller, make sure they have tonnes of positive feedbacks. Also ask to make sure they will ship it to wherever you are, some only inland to China. Finally, communication may be difficult since most of them only speak Chinese. But it can be every bit as safe...

Bassy headphones can sometimes make it seem slower, especially if the bass is not controlled well with amping. Also, it does feel the newest top tier headphones do possess quicker speed (t1, hd800, etc) but again that depends on which headphones. Jh16 vs lcd2 may yield you different results...

You're welcomed, brother, hope the ordering and delivery is smooth!   Please post your impressions if possible (after the mod)!