This thread is not getting much traffic anymore ... this unit is not exactly new and to me, its just rock solid, when it works as intended, handles media well, work seemlessly with Roon, probably not much to write about, especially when there is a new model. I love mine, perhaps the new one is...

I can still use full MQA decode if wanted on the X, just have to forgo the GAIA and switch input source from i2s to network, which also routes signal through the X's XMOS processor. Hope you find what you want, enjoy the music :)

Thanks for the kind word. The X was my top choice for the price range I could afford and the requirements I had (streamer/DAC/headphone amp all-in-one), and I am more than happy with my purchase. Recently brought it to a show room and compared it to a twice as expensive TOTL r2r DAC, I...

Enjoying mine :)

Agree, black would be nice. Have been using the X with my Emphyrean, cannot say I have any complaints.

Totally agree

Cannot agree more, if our audio habit is 1+1=2, then there will not be any need for forums and discussions. Get what you make you happy :L3000:

I really like my Empy sound signature. My itchy butt syndrome (IBS) that I have (you have that too?) reminds me that I NEED another pair of more "affordable" cans. You guys think the Gold Planar GL2000 Double Magnet version is a good candidate? I drive them balanced with solid state amp...

Pay a local artist and get your very own unique version :k701smile:

I have the M11Pro (Fiio right?) using UAPP and the Fiio app. Empy and M11Pro go quite well together, using low gain and 4.4 balanced out I almost max out the volume (around 90, I don't listen loud), so I imagine some of you might need to go into high gain. Not the tightest of bass but to me...

I completely agree. When I demoed between the two using exact same equipment, I could barely listen to the 800 for more than a few minutes, but then again this is purely personal preferences and honestly no right or wrong if you ask me.

Sweet! Also so cute and tidy! :)

Agree Topping D90 + A90 + rpi are an excellent and lower cost alternative when compared to the element X, the combo however comes in more boxes and interconnecting cables. For some, like myself, I prefer an all-in-one solution, not necessarily better, just personal preferences.

In my situation, the Wi-Fi was more than enough, I guess the main complaint was the Wi-Fi card is not AC which the original spec mentioned, but N instead, but still plenty of speed for all the hires files I have. As for the switching between output, it's not automatic but easy as pie to switch.

https://www.audiosciencereview.com/forum/index.php?threads/review-and-measurements-of-matrix-audio-element-x-dac-streamer-amp.7782/ Not sure if you have seen the thread above with detailed measurement, which was exceptional, but also quite a few users complaining about their experience using MA...