Chord Mojo(1) DAC-amp ☆★►FAQ in 3rd post!◄★☆

[Mython]

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You do it you've had it apart now unscrew the board and release it from its lid .... Go on ..Do it .... You know you want to...

 

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[Mojo ideas]

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Now no one else do that !!! Now very carefully put it back together making sure the T pieces don't fall out. And if your brave enough to show me the serial number it will keep its warrantee.

 

[OK-Guy]

Now no one else do that !!! Now very carefully put it back together making sure the T pieces don't fall out. And if your brave enough to show me the serial number it will keep its warrantee.

 
awww...

 

[sonickarma]

Now no one else do that !!! Now very carefully put it back together making sure the T pieces don't fall out. And if your brave enough to show me the serial number it will keep its warrantee.

She lives - all magic glue back in place
 

 
Serial Number : 01001110010011110101011101000001010110010100101001000110

 

[Ike1985]

Here you ar

Results from my AK transport optical comparisons

All default EQs and  Optical input using the sys concept cable

All sound very good but these are differences

RWAK100 - thickish signature and heavier bass

RWAK120 - Similar to the RWAK100 but not as thick

AK240SS - tighter and better resolving all round, excellent micro detail

AK380 (Un Amped) - same as AK240SS but seems to be a little less bright - this is best for me so far (shame the stack fit is the worst)

I rank the AK transport purley on SQ - based on default EQ and optical input as

BEST
AK380 (Un Amped)

AK240SS

RWAK100

RWAK120
WORST

Just goes to show the ones and zeros are sent in different orders effecting the signatures

By playing with the EQ you can easily see this


I also have an  QLS QA360 will try to test when I get time also, but I know already the stack size for that is too big and will look silly IMO

Here you are-unscientifically(no offense meant just stating the fact)-saying there is a difference, even going so far as to rate which sources sounded best.

EXPERTS: Do sources matter? I've heard arguments from both sides and personally side with the more scientific arguments which have come from the "sources don't matter crowd". There *IS* an answer to this due to the functioning of the technology, so which is it?

I WANT it to not matter so I don't feel the need to buy anything else, however I want the truth more.

If anyone answers me, please refrain from "x had more bass extension" or "y sounds better", those are not scientific statements. I'm looking for answers based on the actual operation of the hardware inside the units, not what you hear.

Thanks

 

[sonickarma]

Here you ar
Here you are-unscientifically(no offense meant just stating the fact)-saying there is a difference, even going so far as to rate which sources sounded best.

EXPERTS: Do sources matter? I've heard arguments from both sides and personally side with the more scientific arguments which have come from the "sources don't matter crows". There *IS* an answer to this due to the functioning of the technology, so which is it?

I WANT it to not matter so I don't feel the need to buy anything else, however I want the truth more.

 
Just saying what I hear and stating my opinion.
 
Plug in an optical source and change the EQ you will hear the sound change for yourself
 
I am recommending people to buy the mojo  - which source they want to use is up to them.

 

[goodvibes]

  Results from my AK transport optical comparisons
 
All default EQs and  Optical input using the sys concept cable
 
All sound very good but these are differences
 
RWAK100 - thickish signature and heavier bass
RWAK120 - Similar to the RWAK100 but not as thick
AK240SS - tighter and better resolving all round, excellent micro detail
AK380 (Un Amped) - same as AK240SS but seems to be a little less bright - this is best for me so far (shame the stack fit is the worst)
 
For my ears and IMO -I rank the AK transport purley on SQ - based on default EQ and optical input as
 
Preferred
AK380 (Un Amped)
AK240SS
RWAK100
RWAK120
Least prefered
 
YMMV
 
Just goes to show the ones and zeros are sent in different orders effecting the signatures
 
By playing with the EQ you can easily see this

I also have an  QLS QA360 will try to test when I get time also, but I know already the stack size for that is too big and will look silly IMO

You need to play with the older AK FWs some are better than the latest.

 

[sonickarma]

  You need to play with the older AK FWs some are better than the latest.

Thanks - any recommendation PM me - cheers

 

[jamestux]

Here you ar
Here you are-unscientifically(no offense meant just stating the fact)-saying there is a difference, even going so far as to rate which sources sounded best.

EXPERTS: Do sources matter? I've heard arguments from both sides and personally side with the more scientific arguments which have come from the "sources don't matter crowd". There *IS* an answer to this due to the functioning of the technology, so which is it?

I WANT it to not matter so I don't feel the need to buy anything else, however I want the truth more.

If anyone answers me, please refrain from "x had more bass extension" or "y sounds better", those are not scientific statements. I'm looking for answers based on the actual operation of the hardware inside the units, not what you hear.

Thanks

It's not an argument.

Something needs to change the data stored on the device into audio data.  Even on a CD transport where the output to a DAC should be the same from every player there are differences - with a DAP we are looking at more variables (initial file format, codec, player software, storage medium, etc).
 
Then subjectively people are saying that the transfer method has an effect too (coax vs toslink vs usb) and that the connectors make a difference too.
 
Look at your computer and look at what codecs you are using - if it is using v1.00 of every codec then I'll concede the argument  (Note I am not talking about DAC or soundcard drivers or firmware, but the codec, the software that converts the file to audio).
 
If "digital is digital" then none of the above would have any difference.

My guess would be that the guys saying different are assuming that somehow the DAC is reading the data directly from the storage medium.
 
The question is really *HOW BIG* a difference do different sources make and where do you draw your own limits

 

[musicday]

I didn't expect somebody will open their Mojo so early.
I won't recommend it either,warranty voided and not much to see inside.
All is in the programming inside the chip.

 

[mscott58]

But it was very cool to see! Thanks Sonickarma!

 

[FidelityCastro]

It's not an argument.


Something needs to change the data stored on the device into audio data.  Even on a CD transport where the output to a DAC should be the same from every player there are differences - with a DAP we are looking at more variables (initial file format, codec, player software, storage medium, etc).

Then subjectively people are saying that the transfer method has an effect too (coax vs toslink vs usb) and that the connectors make a difference too.

Look at your computer and look at what codecs you are using - if it is using v1.00 of every codec then I'll concede the argument  (Note I am not talking about DAC or soundcard drivers or firmware, but the codec, the software that converts the file to audio).

If "digital is digital" then none of the above would have any difference.


My guess would be that the guys saying different are assuming that somehow the DAC is reading the data directly from the storage medium.

The question is really *HOW BIG* a difference do different sources make and where do you draw your own limits

This is all extremely wise. Well said @jamestux.

I can only vouch for my ears, but this from jamestux - "Then subjectively people are saying that the transfer method has an effect too (coax vs toslink vs usb) and that the connectors make a difference too" is very much my view. I've tried different connectors and the scientific approach may have something to do with the quality or nature of materials used in the connect (e.g. same as headphone cables made of copper or silver etc, which give a different sound). From an ears point of view, this can definitely have an impact on the sound.

As per a previous post of mine, I heard a definite difference between a connection that employed the Apple CCK and a mini USB - USB (even if the USB cable is from a good audio company, probably because the CCK is the weak link) versus one of the more recent mini cables made an audio company that removes the need for the Apple CCK (I.e. The whole cable from transport to Chord product is, for example, made from silver).

 

[singleended58]

Currawong said: "They are likely overwhelmed. They run out of a small place and deal with a crap-load of orders. I really doubt that they could inform what is likely hundreds of people about delays without causing further delays in shipping.

Anyone got good news in the last minute of 10/27/15 yet? I have checked my email every 30 min or less but nothing from Moon Audio shows up. That makes me worried more. Hopefully I will get a shipping info from the 2nd batch soon (?)

 

[all999]

Just ordered my AK100-mojo link from Sys.Concept. Great customer service

 

[jmills8]

Just ordered my AK100-mojo link from Sys.Concept. Great customer service

That fits easily in a pocket?