agreed, between the 2, it's not really 'better' or 'worse', really depends on the kind of sound you're after. have the xm4s, very good mainstream sound, strong bass, though the new memory foam buds hurt my ears even when I use the smallest ones, using another bud which reduces the effectiveness...

So. My zx1 died. Looking to get something 2nd hand, not too expensive. Saw a few ZX300s. Though I'm wondering if the zx507's worth paying double for with android and spotify, for more flexibility and convenience. hmm. and usb-c omg. how is the zx300 with the mr walkman firmware?

sadly no =(

bit the bullet and sent it in for servicing... but, as expected I guess, they don't have the battery anymore. would be great if someone had the software package =`(

Is it just me, or does the mx4 sound like absolute dog shiet for classical and instrumentals, much worse than the xm3 the xm4 sounds more dynamic for some songs but for those with emphasis on instrumentals, it just sounds terrible to me. It's like listening to it on an old radio. So listening...

man.... luckily I'm mostly listening to it at home I guess..

Oh, am I the only one getting constant drops and desyncs. For me the right side is constantly goes to sleep for a few seconds, and when I wake it up, there's a slight delay.

Any thoughts about connection quality for the XM4? Using the XM3, and right side goes for a nap often enough to be annoying. Disconnections too. Apparently this is a common problem in the XM3. Sony replace 3 sets for me and I gave up.

So. battery failing.. no longer charging... then, won't even start plugged in. Bought a new oem battery from aliexpress. 1300mah vs 970, so, an upgrade in capacity as well. Paid someone a few bucks to soldier it on, and holy shiet the old battery is bloated and warped, so definitely...

....there's no microsd slot for this?

Hey is there an official leather case from Sony? Following naming convention I searched for ckl-nwzx1, can't seem to find anything though. Otherwise is there a good alternative to recommend? Not interested in a pouch.. I'd want a similar setup to sony's usual design, with a hard plastic...

dangit. the battery's officially gone. or maybe the motherboard.   I plug in, it shows the critical battery icon.. but after awhile it just stops responding.   the biggest problem is that i can't move my music library off of it now lol. oh dear.

btw, is there no original leather case for the zx1 from sony?

So. I have a walkman that'd dying and I'm looking for a replacement.   I had my heart set on a 2nd hand Sony ZX1 DAP.. but then I just saw an offer for the year end sale, which included a PHA-1A DAC at a reasonably good price.   So this got me thinking...   Which is better?   A stand...

Interesting...   I was considering the sennheiser ie80, ath-im02 and ckr9   ie80 had great lows, a little too strong for me. im02, loved the soundstage and clarity, tight lows, though a little week.   yet to try ckr9   any experience for the a2 vs the 3 above?

boop.

So, my Miles Davis Tribute and F806 walkman are on their last throes.   I'll probably start with a replacement earphone.   Just came off an impromptu audition for the IE80 and IM02, and I must say, I love the bass and warmth from the IE80 and the clarity and soundstage from the IM02.  ...

ha.. bought my MMDT yeears ago. had them replaced once, damn good warranty.   got a fault again, this time with the wiring. monster still willing to replace, but their earphone lineup is *****.   I guess short of getting a new pair of something else, I guess I'll need to try and fix it.  ...

So, I've had the miles davis tribute for quite a few years.   The lifetime service is great - I RMA-ed once and they gave me a new set, complete with packaging, CDs, extra buds, etc. Now my right side has gone, and they're willing to RMA it again (maybe a testament to how cheap they were to...

Interesting, could be.   Though in my opinion, I'd more likely believe that it's because Sony is extremely scared.   The products they've been launching for the last few years, all the execution for marketing and distribution has been extremely half hearted. They probably shifted their...

it's not sony us. it's the morons back at sony japan. sony's got a spectacular record of shooting themselves in the foot.

Anyway, if you could get a good condition 2nd zx1 about 30% cheaper than a zx100, would any of you do it? Or would you guys still get the zx100? Main focus on sound quality, android, battery life, extra storage not deal breakers, etc

I'm speaking from a business survivability point of view, not from a sound quality one. Hardly anybody buys Walkman docks. So, build for Apple, but make it compatible for Walkman too. Read my entire post.

Are there still docking stations for walkman? lol.   Even sony gave up I think. There was a period of time when they made walkman docks alongside apple ones, as separate products. naturally, few bought the walkman ones and they gave up.   What they should do, is make docking stations for...

is there a problem with battery life for the ZX1?