Thanks to all for the advice, I have just bought a Sony Nw-Wm1a DAP, and I'll run a mod firmware on it. I want to see if I will start taking it with me rather than using my Detonray / BTR7. If I use it enough, I will save some cash and buy a new high-end DAP, if it stays on the shelf, I have my...

Sadly it's impossible for me to audition gear and have to buy blind, I was also considering a mojo2 with Poly but the reviews seem a bit mixed on that combination.

I'm still undecided atm as it appears the higher quality of DAP the larger and heavier they are. I looked at the R8ii and while everything looks good review-wise, it's quite the brick. Not sure I would want to take it over the convenience of the Detonray SG-1 SE which sounds great and is much...

Hi, I'm trying to choose from the following DAP's, Not sure whether to go old high end or new, please advise Cayin N6 ii with E02 A & K SE180 with SEM 4 and SEM 1 Hiby R6 Pro 2 Thanks

Plenty of food for thought :thinking:

Thank you, Rowan, I would have been upset if I'd purchased them just before the new model arrived.

Thanks for all the advice, I have been following Dunring's approach until this point. The cost isn't an issue and I don't sell stuff as I can't be bothered dealing with unscrupulous people which has been my experience, in the past. I shall ponder the advice before pulling the trigger one way or...

I'll stick with standard ones, I'm not having fitting issues (after I started using Azla ear tips) and the ears changing is a little worrying. Thanks for the information.

Hi, I'm currently on the hunt for a new set. I listen to a wide variety of music. Due to my area, I have to buy blind and therefore a little advice would be helpful. I have short-listed a few that I'm considering with the Penon Volt being the top of my list, Your thoughts, please? Penon Volt...

Hi, I'm considering getting some Penon Volt earphones and was wondering if it's worth going for a custom fit. What are the real benefits and are there any downsides?

I have short-listed a few IEMs, if you could give me some thoughts, also the Penon Volt (which is high on my list) can be done as a custom fit, is it worth it? Penon Volt AuR Neon Pro Penon 10TH Anniversary SoundRhyme SR9 DTE900 Symphonium Helios SE Mangird Xenns Top

Thanks for replying, I will check that one out.

Thank you, I had not heard of that one.

I don't know whether this helps but I think the Hero is like my Sendy Peacock or JM Audio XTC 1.5 but sometimes I still use my HD800s and HifiMan Arya Stealth for a more chilled-out critical listen.

Sadly we don't have anything like that where I live, I have to buy blind. I listen to a wide range of music. While I love the Hero they are very lively, you're not going to sleep after a session listening to them.