Maybe it would be better if you could send an email regarding that issue to iBasso so that they would know it is a problem for you. For me I've chosen 5 seconds for gapless playback and do not experience the popping sound.

A quick response from iBasso:    

  Sure I just sent mine and let's see what their response will be.

    Is there anyone who has already sent these suggestions/bug lists to iBasso?

  As a youngster (haha), I assume I have a normal pair of ears in terms of hearing. When I was using the iPod Classic 160GB I usually restricted my volume to slightly less than half. Anyway it may be just a matter of personal preferences as to what is loud enough and what is not. Could others...

  Correct!

Some notes so far:   1a) For those who are interested in hooking up a usb stick to DX50, here is my experience - USB OTG works for my 8 GB usb stick but does not work for my 1TB Buffalo Ministation Plus external hard disk. I guess it is due to the lack of power supply for the external hard...

Quote: It wouldn't be a bad thing at all to receive an extra battery. No wonder I couldn't receive the DX50 yesterday and today. I was expecting it to arrive yesterday or today the latest as I am in Hong Kong. Anyway, good news to all that are in the first batch! [cheers]

Quote: oops that's fortunate for you. I'm using HTC one which could not read a Buffalo Ministation Plus 1 TB USB 3.0 2.5" portable hard drive using a standard OTG cable. Anyway let's hope DX50 will do a better job!

Quote: The part about requiring additional power input is true, even on Android devices. Unless you use an OTG-Y cable, I think portable hard drives cannot be read. There are no problems with USB sticks though.

Quote: Haha I wish I were qualified to do a professional review. I only own a Triple.fi 10 pro without any dac/amp and was using iPod Classic (not even RWA modded). At best I could only share my feeling based on very limited knowledge and experience with audio equipment. As for the...

Just made my order! 0 shipping hurray because I'm in Hong Kong. Really look forward to receiving the device!