AAW Capri Balanced Lightning Audio Cable, with Type-C variant

[karloil]

At CanJam SG, got to demo the Capri



So looking forward to receiving my Capri! :thumbsup_tone1:

 

[fearlessleader]

At CanJam SG, got to demo the Capri

Any comments on their IEM that goes with it?
Did they also demo Accessport?

 

[karloil]

Any comments on their IEM that goes with it?
Did they also demo Accessport?

The Capri IEM is a bit dark to my liking. I was there to really look at the Capri cable. Cable has good built quality and good tactile feedback (buttons). Yes, also saw the Accessport but didn't really try them out.

 

[Starwalker]

Access port is also there

 

[fearlessleader]

The Capri IEM is a bit dark to my liking..

Sorry, but what does "a bit dark" mean?

 

[karloil]

Sorry, but what does "a bit dark" mean?

I'm coming from a more neutralish IEM and the Capri IEM sounded a bit toned down. Soundstage wasn't as huge as to my liking - but it may have something to do with the tips, didn't get to try changing them though.

 

[DrGraceW]

Based on our testing for iOS 10.3 beta, Apple has cut off support for USB OTG, which means most usb based DAC solutions may no longer be useable on Apple products once the formal update is rolled out.
 
As Accessport and Capri is LAM based and MFI certified, we will not be affected by this change.
 
Most hacked lightning audio solutions, such lightning earphones and earphone cables may also be affected. Do avoid purchasing non-MFI certified lightning audio products at all cost.

 

[cbeaumont001]

Has anyone heard whether the Capri is still on track to ship this month? 

 

[karloil]

Has anyone heard whether the Capri is still on track to ship this month? 

Kevin told me (during CanJam SG) that it might ship earlier, on target month - versus as to what was mentioned in one of their updates - he said he found one supplier who can supply the chips at an earlier date. But they have not confirmed this publicly so we are all in the dark - almost going into the last week of March and hopefully we hear something from them.

 

[Somnambulist]

Just seen this. Looks perfect on paper as my CIEMs have a right-angled connected and having to use the Lightning to 3.5mm adapter makes for an awkward set-up, plus I'm not confident about the robustness of the adapter long-term. My MG6 Pros use the bog standard 2 pin so good to go.

 

[Somnambulist]

Got an update today.
 
Quote:

Dear Backers!
 
We are pleased to inform you we have finally received the critical components such as LAM and lightning connector from Apple. A small batch of them is already on the way to SMT facility for test PCBA production run. Once we receive them, a test assembly run and further quality checks will performed. All of the above will be done in the first half of April and we expect formally entering mass production by mid April.
 
We are all excited as the finishing line is fast approaching. We appreciate all your patience and support. Further updates will be posted as the production progresses.
 
Thank you!
 
AAW Team

 
They have designed and ordered the packaging in bulk too.

 

[Somnambulist]

Dear Backers!
 
So it starts, we are running test production for Capri today! Here we bring you some live action of the SMT process.
 
1. Examine the printed circuit board and silicone coat the solder pad

2. Array of processed PCB 

3. The SMT machine

4. Program the SMT process

5. See the mounting in action
Watch on YouTube
5. Examine and test the RC component mounted

 
Next will be mounting the LAM and key control chips, stay tuned for more updates!
 
AAW Team
 

 
YT vid if the link doesn't work.
 

 

[LarryNYC]

After a recommendation from Somnambulist, I am proud to become backer #1048! Haha! Better late then never. 
 
Any idea how long it will take to produce a thousand cables? I love that video of the SMT machine. 

 

[rapier84]

Backer #1050 

 
Can't wait to get this, really missed the jack on my iPhone 7. The included 3.5mm adapter really isn't the most elegant solution. 

 

[Somnambulist]

Good stuff! Hopefully they'll be another update soon.