@paulgc I bet you'll love it. It feels like a totally new product compared to Poly (obviously in a good way);
Chord 2Go & 2Yu Wired/Wireless Network streamer and S/PDIF adaptor - Official thread
Was in at the bleeding edge of Poly. It became a totally different unit when @ChordElectronics @Mojo ideas @Matt Bartlett allowed us to “bin the pin” with 2.0. Still my daily mobile traveler with @KB Atlas. But yes so looking forward to a higher end transportable. Itching for my unit. Hopefully an appropriate case for H2 2Go will be announced soon.
Poly is indeed a completely different now compared to the massive letdown at launch.
Still, even for an iOS user such as myself, I often had to deal with its various quirks, which did it for me. Most of those quirks are down to hardware, rather than software.
Yes, Mojo is still great today but I much prefer a DAP like my Cayin N6ii that just works, full stop.
As for 2Go, it is already showing great potential so let's hope it gets fulfilled.
Still, even for an iOS user such as myself, I often had to deal with its various quirks, which did it for me. Most of those quirks are down to hardware, rather than software.
Yes, Mojo is still great today but I much prefer a DAP like my Cayin N6ii that just works, full stop.
As for 2Go, it is already showing great potential so let's hope it gets fulfilled.
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The colour of the 2Go and Hugo 2 looks different in your video? On my iPhone (i know it is not a super accurate display) it looks like the Hugo 2 has a lighter tint of black.
I cant see any colour difference between my 2 years old h2 and 2go. Small difference was between Mojo and poly when bought together....
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Yes I noticed that too! I think that it's because of the fish eye effect I had to use to record the video
kkrazik2008
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I have a legitimate question, and will preface it by saying I mean no disrespect to the video creator or anyone else.
In reading reviews, impressions, etc.. I notice there is much time and words dedicated to the packaging, more so than than the sound of the product. I’ve notice it with headphones, DAC’s, amps, etc. here on head-fi Reddit, headphone review websites, and YouTube reviews.
Why the emphasis on something that has zero affect on the audio quality of the product?
Maybe I am a savage, as I rip open the package as soon as I get it so I can set it up and enjoy the listening experience.
it's a nice part of the process and quality packaging can indicate a quality product. in fact you could even go as far to say that the packaging is more important than the product itself.
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kkrazik2008
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Please elaborate on how its more important than the product? If it’s packed well and properly to ensure it arrives in the same manner it is sent, then that is all one could ask for. But to spend more time discussing it during an impression/review is a waste.
So again, what bearing does it have on the functionality of the product?
Here is an example, and maybe it’s not the best example but it will clarify my point. When automakers ship cars to dealers and receiving centers they are wrapped up and cushioned to prevent any damahe during the journey. Once it arrives they unwrap, unpack, wash, polish, and prep the car for customers. We don’t see this process because it serves to protect the car on its way to the final destination, that is the purpose. There are no car reviews or impressions on the packaging.
when you see a beautiful lady you are drawn towards her by her outwards "packaging". it's exactly the same with hugo 2, mojo and tt2. however with dave we make an exception. i hope that clarifies things.
the packaging doesn't matter. it's a "nice to have" feature. in theory it signals quality inside. but there's no direct correlation, of course.
in fact, all that packaging is quite non-free. we're paying for it in the end - sometimes $10 or $20 or even $50 for super-amazing stuff. on a $1300 product of course, $10 or whatever isn't a big deal. in fact, i'd happily take my 2go with NO packaging - just roll it all in bubble wrap - if i could actually friggin' GET my 2go
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as long as it serves its FUNCTIONAL purpose (protect the stuff) then its job is done. anything above that is just 'marketing' cost.
but people dig it. _shrug_ whatever makes one happy!
doody
in fact, all that packaging is quite non-free. we're paying for it in the end - sometimes $10 or $20 or even $50 for super-amazing stuff. on a $1300 product of course, $10 or whatever isn't a big deal. in fact, i'd happily take my 2go with NO packaging - just roll it all in bubble wrap - if i could actually friggin' GET my 2go
.as long as it serves its FUNCTIONAL purpose (protect the stuff) then its job is done. anything above that is just 'marketing' cost.
but people dig it. _shrug_ whatever makes one happy!
doody
kkrazik2008
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Your analogy is much better, my original question stands. Why do reviews/impressions spend more time talking about the packaging and less on the sound?
For any 2go owner who is concerned about the color-match of their 2go to their Hugo2, please feel free to post me their 2go. I have a spectrometer and and I can do some very scientific tests on hue. I can test silver units better than black units, but I'll test either.
I'll promise to get your unit back to you as soon as US availability is sorted. And I only need to test one unit - so first-come first-served!
PM me for the address!
Doody
I'll promise to get your unit back to you as soon as US availability is sorted. And I only need to test one unit - so first-come first-served!
PM me for the address!
Doody
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