Daniel Johnston
Headphoneus Supremus
Well, true it doesn't use the latest implementation of a DS DAC with crazy high SINAD. Nor does it claim to have the best detail retrieval compared to Chord's higher offerings. Rob stated the Mojo is the best he could do in that size package with the FGPA he uses. Battery upgrades and connector upgrade won't necessarily impact sound. Putting a newer, better FGPA with more taps would be awesome, but expensive. In short, I'm sure Rob could go crazy and significantly improve the Mojo, but not at the $499 price point. I guess we'll see someday.Well, just look at any modern similarly priced dap, build functionality, and dare I say it sound quality. I was fortunate enough to recently obtain a Fiio M11 plus ltd. I have also owned a Mojo so I do know what I am talking about. Comparing the two is like comparing a sixties VW Beetle to a modern Porsche 911. And yes, in addition to better build, functionality that is on another planet and far superior sound quality the M11 barely costs more than a Mojo.
You can still happily enjoy the Mojo you have, but should you buy a new one? I have to say that to me that idea is ridiculous.
I've spent more money on DACs and DAPs that I care to admit. The mojo is musical, detailed enough, and just a plain fun listen.