My office setup for the day :D

Is there any way to find the releasenotes for this FW update? I can’t seem to find them…

Curious what changed with regards to 1.4.2

So quick question here: I moved back to Bathys from a short stint on the PX8, and I've noticed 2 things: - This version of the Bathys has had some kind of in-life update as the case now contains pads to rest the earcups around (wasn't present on my earlier version) - I was immediately prompted...

Well, that is not necessarily true (unless you have info to confirm this). As from FCC pictures it seems PX8 is using QCC5127 which has a built-in DAC on the Qualcomm SoC. This could be the DAC they’re using. Naturally, there could also be an external DAC on the board that is fed buy the...

You are a european company. Why is the tour only for north american users?

For a 800$ set of cans, these details should not be overlooked. I don't want the OEM name to pop up when I connect to my device: I bought a Focal product, not a Shenzhen Grandsun product... @FocalOfficial can you fix this in a FW update? Should be a small fix I reckon.

Agreed. As good as Bathys is, no way I’ll get rid of my Radiance and only use Bathys in all situations. They’re just too far apart.

For those trying to connect the Bathys to an iPhone using DAC mode: I connected them through a Fiio LT-LT1 with a USB-C female to male extension cable. Works like a charm.

I can already imagine a 'Fiio certified pre-owned' badge or shop :) Gives people the opportunity to buy a high-end DAP like the M17 from a trustworthy source at a more affordable price. At the same time, us hardcore DAP guys can get the latest and greatest with less investment.

Interesting. I'm wondering whether there's an 'external' DAC inside, or just the built-in DAC of the QCC5127 SoC?

Was just about to share this one, but you beat me to it. Nice perspective, and complete review of all 4. One thing I noticed though, is that he's stating not to be an audio guy but at 8:34 I can see a Beyerdynamic and a DCA Aeon in the background :P Surprised he liked the APM in the end...

Been playing around with the fit on my head of the PX8, and noticed that there's a rather noticeable difference in sound when I shift them from front to back (so over the x-axis so to speak). If I shift them all the way to the back (so front of pad is touching front of my ear) the sound becomes...

I'v been following this thread for a while now, throughout my search for my new 'throw-in-a-bag' portable ANC set. Very nice to see @Resolve joining in on the discussion; very much appreciated! Also the video @mainguy made was very hepfull in the early stages of my quest! I'd like to share my...

I was unaware of that, good job on Fiio’s part!

Will try those too, very tempted! The HS18's are a dream; imho they should come standard with Fiio IEM's. With stock tips and Spinfits that are included, my seal would break every now and then. Also, insertion wouldn't always be consistent. So I'd always be fiddling with the insertion, which...

Got the new Fiio HS18 tips in today. Just first impressions for now; but seems like just what the FH9’s needed in my opinion. I think I’m getting a more coherent seal every time I put them in. Loes are always there while the mids and highs are just the way they should be.

awesome pictures @vsg28! Now you’ve peaked my curiosity; can you identify the DAC they’re talking about so much?

Very nice, looks awesome! Quick question though: What's this other device on the left side of the picture?

I have been using and loving the M17 since last december, and it is sooo much better than the M11 plus ltd. it replaces. Got a nice pelicase for it which fits like a glove and it goes with me everywhere. A true swiss pocketnife of an audio device to me! However, I have a question for @FiiO...

Received my set yesterday. Only things I can say already is that they are imho indeed better than PX7, and that they sound significantly better over USB-C connection compared to BT (AAC).

That's interesting, as B&W themselves state the S2 has BT 5.0 Very happy to see some first impressions that state a departure from the original PX7 sound (and PX for that matter); didn't really enjoy that one either (and I wanted to enjoy it, I really tried). Also the design is more like the...

Seems like PX7 S2 are coming in Grey, Black and Blue for 429 euros (source). I hope the rumours of (custom) EQ in the app are true, and that they fixed the sound to be more like the original P-series (like P7 and such). Looking forward to this, as I'm having a hard time finding a good wireless...

Quick update on the case situation: I also purchased the Pelican 1040 case and as was said here earlier, it really does fit like a glove. It’s as if they made it for the M17.

Audiofrenzy.nl has it on sale currently.