I have a quick question for PHA-1 owners.   Can the unit charge and play at the same time when being used as a DAC/Amp connected to iDevice?  The reason I ask is I plan on using this on long international flights that last longer than the 5hrs run time listed in the specifications.  ...

I have a quick charging question about the Go-Dap X and/or SounDroid Typhoon when using an iDevice/Android.   Is the unit capable of being charged while in use?  Also, can the unit itself be charged while also charging the iDevice/Android simultaneously?   The reason behind these...

Quote: Yup, that's exactly right.  You are correct both in the signal path as well as the audioengines being the passive version.  I don't want to fiddle with the volume in two places.

Quote: Hello Salvatore, I just wanted to confirm something regarding your T1 speaker setup.  It's a totally noob question but I'm interested to know how you are controlling the volume.  Do you fully open the Focal speakers and control the volume using the T1?  I have a Qinpu A3 driving a...

Thanks for your replies HeadPhoneAddict.  Your Qinpu review was pretty helpful.   I really don't want to be a pest here but why is it not preferred to feed both the L+R Line In on the powered sub and the main speakers simultaneously from the speaker outputs of the amp?   Digging around I...

Thanks for the replies!  I have another noob question.   Is it a bad idea to wire 2 pairs of speaker wire into a single output on an amp to drive one pair of speakers and a powered sub.  I know it's bad to wire two speakers to one output which will halve the output and double the impedance...

I have a FIIO E7/E9 combo driving Sennheiser HD555 an HD25-ii   It's was a great, not to mention cheap, way to break into the whole DAC/amp scene.  FIIO has a newer DAC coming out called the E17 that's supposed to blow the E7 out of the water.  I think getting the E17 or maybe if you can't...

Hello,  Thanks for the review of the Qinpu A3.  Not that many to be found.  I have one question, can the Qinpu A3 drive the speakers and the 3.5mm output simultaneously?  Reason for that question is that I would like to connect a powered sub.  Trying to avoid putting in the signal path anything...

Hello all. I've come seeking sage advice on how to deal with this portable hifi bug that has befallen me yet again. Some years ago, I sought advice on a pair of IEM's. I came, I asked, I decided... on a pair of Shure E4c's. Some members gave me some great advice then. Once you choose, don't...

Hello All, Got a quick question on how to maintain headphones in general. I had a pair of Shure E4c and the wire sheathing got hard and cracked. THe phones still work but i'm afraid that they'll give out ay day. I've had them awhile and they're out of warranty. And according to the site, they...

Heh, I wouldn't think of building my own amp. me + soldering iron = hilarity (or quite possibly serious injury) I am a disgrace to Asians everywhere I should be able to make a VCR out of a toaster right? I think I will troll a bit in DIY to see if I can put something together for a...

Hello everyone. Thanks for taking the time to read my post. I spent a few months on these headfi forum's about a year and a half ago looking for some IEMs. I've learned quite a bit and decided on a pair of Shure e4c's. After that purchase, I did what was best for my wallet and quit coming...

Just weighing in here. I wrestled with that decision some months ago. I broke down and bought them and have stayed away from this forum. What a wonderful time it has been. I love the way these things sound. I'm using the Comply tips and man are they comfy. I'm by no stretch of the imagination...

I've come full circle sort of. For some inexplicable reason, i cannot get a seal with any of the grey tips anymore. And I forgot to pack any of the clear ones. So I tried the foamies again and boy are they comfy. Sounded ok, not a great seal. I'm going to order the comply tips. they look longer...

Hey guys, tell me if this is possible. I used the middle sized flex sleeve initially and got what I think is a good seal. Because when i take them out, I get the whole suction effect like it wants to pull my ear drum out with it. That's the sign of a good seal right? So I decide to try the...