Ain't that the truth. :beerchug:

That may be all well and good, but - at least in my case - I don't have a choice between buying local and buying via email. If I had to buy decent quality audio electronics local, I'd be relegated to Sony - that multi-billion dollar scam company.

I only bought the RS8 once. Two of them were replacements.

Since it is the sharing time of year, I thought I'd weigh in on my issues with the RS8. I bought this DAP when they first were released back in November 2022. Within one week, this unit died and the replacement also died in the same fashion. Apparently it was an issue with a faulty capacitor...

I had a problem with a black module on my RN6. After going between the red, black, and silver modules a few times, the recessed hole at the top of a black module - where the 9mm bit goes into - became stretched out to a larger diameter. Consequently, the bit would not fit tightly into the...

I believe I've only got the older versions of the plugins listed in the Available plugins box. Could be a setting on my wifi that's causing the issue. Thanks, tim

Could you please provide a link for the plug-ins? FYI, this link for the filters works for me. Thanks, Tim

If I understand your issue, you'll need to go into Settings, then USB, then Default USB configuration, and select File Transfer. Once connected via the USB cable, your computer should immediately recognize the RS8 - and you'll be able to access all of your music stored on the RS8. Just remember...

I'm the one who had this issue - twice. Not to wish bad luck on anyone, but I'm kind of relieved to see someone else has experienced this same bizzare issue. In a way, I feel somewhat vindicated on the possibility I abused both units (at least in my mind). I would guess that most of us on...

I feel your pain. :weary::weary::weary:

I had been playing the Phonix on the RS8 for four days, when the first unit failed. I had been playing the Phonix on my Sony WM1Z right up to using them with the RS8. I'm now back to playing the Phonix on the Sony - with no problems. I do have a number of multimeters. I'll give that...

Both of my RS8 units failed under similar cirumstances and setups. They were operating under battery power only and amply charged, with my VE Phonix plugged into the 4.4mm PO connection. They both failed when pushing the external play button after having the units in pause. Apparently, I'm...

Unfortunately, my second RS8 also failed. It was not just a matter of a typical lockup or freeze that was solved by pushing and holding in a combination of buttons. Beleive me, I tried every combination of button pushing and hold duration. Both units failed when - with ample charge - pushing...

To me, the Phonix bass with the RS8 is about the as same from the Sony DAP. Cetainly not a bass-centric sound. I've considered the bass from the Phonix as "fitting in well with it's intended sound signature." In other words, its a BA bass - but a good BA bass. :ksc75smile: Most of the music I...

OK, time to earn my CR08 from Andrew. I've been putting the RS8 through its paces - comparing it to the Sony WM1Z with the VE EXT and Phonix. I'm only about 40 hours into the burning process, since my first RS8 died after 4 days of use. Fingers crossed for this one. So really, I'm reporting...

Is your Trailli still up for sale?

OK, I just can't take it any more :scream:. It's Phonix not Phoenix. :pray:

How long is this cable?

I've been using the Sony WM1Z consistently over the last month with both the Phonix and EXT. Absolutely no hiss or any other noise with either IEM.

Very nice review on the Phonix. Your observations are pretty much what I've experienced with these earphones over the past few weeks. Just out of curiosity, were your impressions of the Phonix formed with the OEM cable? I see in your pictures the Phonix outfitted with what appears to be a...

The left earpiece on my VE8 had the same fit issue with overhang of the faceplate. Although it wasn't really noticeable by sight, I could feel it every time I handled it. The right earpiece was perfect. The faceplate fit on both earpieces of my Phonix are perfect. That was the first thing I...

I was thinking the same thing. Sounds just like a description of the Elysium.

Well, if we're talking Erkly v Phonix, based on my short time with the Erkly I would say the Phonix is certainly a more comfortable wear. Also, the Phonix treble seems more controlled and appealing compared to the Erkly. Most of the music I've been listening to with the Phonix so far has been...

Definitely will report back, once I get more time with them. I will say they are very comfortable - as they fit my ears really well. A better fit for me vs the VE8 or the Elysium. I bought this pair from MusicTeck. I've been on their wait list since August. Although MusicTeck hasn't...