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Jun 29, 2019 at 5:45 AM Post #286 of 2,200
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Jun 29, 2019 at 11:03 PM Post #287 of 2,200
For those that own this device, how is the overall UI, speed, fluidity through app changes and browsing large file directories? I want to buy one of these, but I can't locate any information on the exact processor uses, core speed etc. I own a 1tb micro SD slot, and its full, so I need a DAP that is fast, and the dual pro 9038's are calling me.

Thanks
 
Jun 30, 2019 at 10:49 AM Post #288 of 2,200
someyoungguy said:
I think the Kann Cube doesn’t work as a Bluetooth receiver, only sending Bluetooth.
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Seeing the iPhone, didn't even read the rest of the original question. This was a question I asked Jason couple of weeks ago and he mentioned that BT receive mode and LDAC is on the wish list but will not be available during the launch, and the HW is ready to implement the full feature. So might come to the A&K platforms soon but when, only A&K knows.
 
Jul 3, 2019 at 4:53 AM Post #289 of 2,200
DarginMahkum said:
Seeing the iPhone, didn't even read the rest of the original question. This was a question I asked Jason couple of weeks ago and he mentioned that BT receive mode and LDAC is on the wish list but will not be available during the launch, and the HW is ready to implement the full feature. So might come to the A&K platforms soon but when, only A&K knows.
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wow good to know mate cheers!
 
Jul 3, 2019 at 7:48 AM Post #290 of 2,200
newtophones07 said:
For those that own this device, how is the overall UI, speed, fluidity through app changes and browsing large file directories? I want to buy one of these, but I can't locate any information on the exact processor uses, core speed etc. I own a 1tb micro SD slot, and its full, so I need a DAP that is fast, and the dual pro 9038's are calling me.

Thanks
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I'm not sure which CPU is in it (probably a Qualcomm Snapdragon), but it's quad core. Overall, the KANN CUBE feels extremely fast and fluid to me. As much or more so than any other DAP that I've used.
 
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Jul 3, 2019 at 8:36 AM Post #291 of 2,200
Regarding the battery, according my experience with the old Kann, the battery indication isn't really linear. Several time I was able to listen to it during more than 3 hours with the indicator at 0%... And I was listening at 8/10, high gain, balanced, wav hires...
 
Jul 3, 2019 at 9:08 AM Post #292 of 2,200
New firmware version 1.12 is available for KANN CUBE! New features include Car Mode and EQ Sync.

We found an issue in the initial retail firmware where OTA firmware updates were disabled. It was fixed before shipping, but we discovered a few units may have slipped out with the OTA update disabled. If you cannot update via OTA when connected via Wi-Fi, you will need firmware applied manually. Please visit our website for more info - https://www.astellnkern.com/eng/con...rd=&cg=&goods=SC35560&idx=1000109&page=1&no=6

If anyone has questions or an issue updating, please feel free to PM me.
 
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Jul 3, 2019 at 9:32 AM Post #293 of 2,200
JasonNYC said:
New firmware version 1.12 is available for KANN CUBE! New features include Car Mode and EQ Sync.

We found an issue in the initial retail firmware where OTA firmware updates were disabled. It was fixed before shipping, but we discovered a few units may have slipped out with the OTA update disabled. If you cannot update via OTA when connected via Wi-Fi, you will need firmware applied manually. Please visit our website for more info - https://www.astellnkern.com/eng/con...rd=&cg=&goods=SC35560&idx=1000109&page=1&no=6

If anyone has questions or an issue updating, please feel free to PM me.
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Oh, OK. Mine was one of those (shows that there is an update but says "no updates" when I try to start it) - manual update worked fine. Is this issue fixed with the update?
 
Jul 3, 2019 at 9:36 AM Post #294 of 2,200
DarginMahkum said:
Oh, OK. Mine was one of those (shows that there is an update but says "no updates" when I try to start it) - manual update worked fine. Is this issue fixed with the update?
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Yes, going forward updates will be available OTA when connected to Wi-Fi.
 
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Jul 3, 2019 at 7:42 PM Post #295 of 2,200
Ok so I ended up breaking down and purchasing the Kann Cube. It does sound good, better than my M11. No way would I sell my M11 for the Cube. The UI is fast enough but isn't as quick as the M11.

@JasonNYC Do you know if they'll be letting us sideload Plex in the future?
 
Jul 3, 2019 at 9:40 PM Post #296 of 2,200
zeroselect said:
Ok so I ended up breaking down and purchasing the Kann Cube. It does sound good, better than my M11. No way would I sell my M11 for the Cube. The UI is fast enough but isn't as quick as the M11.

@JasonNYC Do you know if they'll be letting us sideload Plex in the future?
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Possibly. I will submit the request to our dev team.
 
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Jul 4, 2019 at 12:40 AM Post #297 of 2,200
DarginMahkum said:
One thing here: Optical out is digital only and there is no possibility of any kind of noise being carried over the optical connection. So that should make no difference on the sound whatever the source is.



I agree that it is very expensive and will probably find another solution myself. But I think it is not vegetable leather but it is the process that was applied:

"Vegetable tanned leather refers to the tannage, or method of tanning the cowhide into leather. It's called “vegetable” because of the natural materials used in the tanning process like tree bark. Since vegetable tanning is a natural process, it's also eco-friendly."

https://jacksonwayne.com/pages/what-is-vegetable-tanned-leather

And even if it was vegetable (which I would prefer in any case), vegan biodegradable vegetable "leather" products could be more expensive than real leather, and would give a reasonable (kind of) answer to why it is so expensive.

Anyway... I do agree it sounds great. Enjoy your new toy! :)
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I'm confused... You said optical out is digital. Isn't optical digital to begin with?
 
Jul 4, 2019 at 11:32 AM Post #300 of 2,200
Heads up for Kann Cube owners. If your using MusicBee to sync your playlist make sure to save the m3u file into a temp folder and then move the m3u file into the playlist folder. Having MusicBee create the m3u file into the playlist folder will for some reason not work and create a 0 byte file.
 
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