re the gapless ...   I'm sure it's been mentioned many times, but after upgrading to 1.2.8 I was experiencing a number of quirks, including some issues with gapless new tracks not starting etc.  As soon as I did a factory reset and put my tracks back on again, my problems all seemed to...

Mine arrived this morning.  I ordered through mp4nation early last week so pretty nice turn around.  I'm assuming it's a batch 4.  Upgraded to 1.2   There is a playlist option but haven't figured out how to use it yet.  Still need to get all the way through the thread.   So far with about 6...

I just picked up a mini yesterday. For reference I have access to most major mobile phones through work my best portable all in one to date was a nexus s with voodoo sound. I also have a d10 cobra. I have an original iPad 1. With almost no listening time the iPad mini definitely seems well above...

Out of curiosity what is the impedance of these? My set is not doing well at all with my desktop main headphone amp but sounds considerably better directly from my android htc one x. I have used that amp to drive other iems including a klipsch x10 and the a5i is the first first set that sounds...

I purchased a pair to try. Currently letting them burn in.

Ok.  More updates.   I spent several emails with Jon from the AudioInsider.     First off, I'd have to say his support has been awesome, great buying experience.  One of the things he pointed out was that the Swans work much better with a solid mount and they totally do not recommend...

Quote: They are a very big upgrade on the A3X.  On the other hand, at $650 for a pair of A3x and $1000 for a pair of A5X I would hope they are!  Also, you can definitely tell they are from a similar family.  The sound character is similar. Just cleaner, and better extended on the A5X.  

Quote: I'm afraid my external DAC that I use is what I have on hand, and have owned for a long time.   (Purchased new in about 1997 or so)  It's a Parasound DAC 2000.  Personally, I think if you can find one used on ebay / craigslist they are a steal for what they are currently going...

Quote: As I said, I'm definitely leaning towards the A5X, although the detail level difference with the Swans isn't as much as you might suspect.  The presentation difference has the A5X being a fair bit brighter than the Swans which makes the A5X seem hyper detailed, however when you...

Quote: I'm actually still deciding.   Both of these speakers seem to improve substantially with age, and they definitely have a little different focus.  Essentially, I'm still leaning towards the A5X, and I think that's where I will end up.  The Swans do have some things to recommend...

Quote: Note that you do *not* need to install a custom rom.  You need to unlock your bootloader, and install su (for root access)  This is different than a custom rom.    

I have the beat audio iPhone cable. I think I liked the sound slightly better and definitely liked the ergos better However after 5 short months the right channel is not working. Trying to figure ot the next step.

The A5x was definitely stretching the budget already for where I wanted to go, so the Artist 5 were definitely out for me!  So far I think I'm liking the A5X better than the t200, but waiting for full break in before I start comparing seriously   The A5X definitely seem to be able to kick...

Well, the Swan t200bs showed up today.  I also went back to GuitarCenter and switched the A3x for A5x so I'm now comparing the t200bs and the A5x.  While I think that all three are great speakers, I definitely found the A5s to be a nice step up from the A3s. Clearer, better details, and better...

Quote: For going to sleep I tend to use Pandora set to "new age instrumental" through my Android Nexus S with Voodoo Sound.  I use it set at very low levels and find them maintaining quite good dynamics at low levels.  With the comply tips they definitely have a very "mellow" / relaxing...