[myrddin56]

Hi all,
 
New to this forum (first post) and the world of DAP and looking to make my first purchase of a quality player.
 
After much searching and reading various review pages here and on the internet my final three (at this time!) are the Pioneer XDP-300R  iBasso DX200 and the Onkyo DP-X1 (X1A).
I'm after any impressions from members who have anyone of these.
 
Is there any clear winner between these three, all seem pretty similar on paper when I read the specifications but assume this only part of the story?
 
Haven't had the opportunity test/listen to any of these so any advice/recommendations or alternatives (that I'm sure I've overlooked).
I listen to a fairly wide range of music, but mainly rock. 
 
Also looking to pair one of these with a decent set of on-ear headphones so once again any advice more than welcome.
 
Thanks for any help

 

[PurpleAngel]

I'm assuming you mean your looking at getting a DAP player, not a DAC player?

 

[myrddin56]

Yes, still struggling to come to terms with the acronyms apologies for the confusion

 

[Niouke]

you should consider the FiiO X5-III as well

 

[myrddin56]

Thanks for the reply; will check out the Fiio X5

 

[472439]

Just want to mention that it could also be worth looking into mobile phones with dedicated DAC, like the VIVO Xplay 6 or ZTE Axon 7 Mini.

 

[myrddin56]

Thanks for repying; another option that I'd not thought about, but will check into it.