[FiJAAS]

Also could you take more pictures of it with the iPod classic?

 

[No Deal]

Also could you take more pictures of it with the iPod classic?

 
I have high hopes that I will not double post these images.

 

[howdy]

I had a hard time deciding between this and the Oppo HA2, I ended up getting the HA2 but will probably get this as well, I really like the Wolfson DACs to. Does anyone have both or heard both and could give a brief review?

 

[No Deal]

I had a hard time deciding between this and the Oppo HA2, I ended up getting the HA2 but will probably get this as well, I really like the Wolfson DACs to. Does anyone have both or heard both and could give a brief review?

I liked the Oppo as well.  What I didn't like was having to adapt the connection to the NWZ-A17.  I have done that too many times.  I was willing to live with whatever shortcomings the Sony might have for the sake of keeping it simple.  The way that it looks now this unit paired with the iPod is tidy enough that if you can live with the outdated iPod interface and a larger player, it is a good setup for travel and work.

 

[howdy]

I still love my iPod. I use it all of the time, plenty of storage and easy to navigate.

 

[FiJAAS]

I have high hopes that I will not double post these images.

Thanks.

When using the iPod Classic connected to the PHA-1A do you have the Classic EQ set to off or flat?

 

[No Deal]

Thanks.

When using the iPod Classic connected to the PHA-1A do you have the Classic EQ set to off or flat?

 
I was certain but I checked anyway and the EQ was off.  I guess I am curious about the difference if you know of any.

 

[No Deal]

I still love my iPod. I use it all of the time, plenty of storage and easy to navigate.

 
Out of curiosity I just priced a new one.  There is a reason to love it and keep a watchful eye on it.

 

[AUDIOBREEDER]

I'm actually surprised that this can support an old ipod classic but none of Sony's walkmans that came after it, like X & Z walkmans.

 

[danlevy]

Just got a notification that Amazon has shipped my PHA-1A
 
It's still showing that it's shipping in 1-4 weeks but mine's supposed to arrive tomorrow  
 
Here's the link: http://amzn.to/18PtARW

 

[No Deal]

  Just got a notification that Amazon has shipped my PHA-1A
 
It's still showing that it's shipping in 1-4 weeks but mine's supposed to arrive tomorrow  
 
Here's the link: http://amzn.to/18PtARW

 
Be sure to share your thoughts after you've listened.  I have finally received my NWZ-A17 and have replaced my iPod with it in the setup.

 

[Mmet]

are the sound enhancements of walkman A-10 working with that one or not ?

 

[nguyenvanphu]

Can anyone say if it is an improvement when used with the A17?

 

[danlevy]

My first impression after a couple days with the PHA-1A: 
 
I have only used it so far with the NW-ZX2.  I can't say the amp improves the sound but it definitely is louder than the ZX2 alone.  If you have headphones that aren't being served by the ZX2, this may help and it is definitely much more portable than the PHA-3.  In my case, my walking-around-town Etymotic IEMs work beautifully with the NW-ZX2 alone, and I can't imagine using the PHA-1A with it.
 
On the other hand, I am looking forward to using the PHA-1A with my various iPod touches/Classics/scroll-wheels and my iPhone 6...with those devices I am sure the amp will make a big difference...but have not yet tested and will report back.

 

[FiJAAS]

My first impression after a couple days with the PHA-1A: 

I have only used it so far with the NW-ZX2.  I can't say the amp improves the sound but it definitely is louder than the ZX2 alone.  If you have headphones that aren't being served by the ZX2, this may help and it is definitely much more portable than the PHA-3.  In my case, my walking-around-town Etymotic IEMs work beautifully with the NW-ZX2 alone, and I can't imagine using the PHA-1A with it.

On the other hand, I am looking forward to using the PHA-1A with my various iPod touches/Classics/scroll-wheels and my iPhone 6...with those devices I am sure the amp will make a big difference...but have not yet tested and will report back.

Thanks, can't wait to read what you have to say on that.