[eargasam]

I'm curious have you guys heard the n6 and what do you think about its overall sound quality???

 

[Mimouille]

I just ordered the Aune M2S, we will see how this DAP fares against Lotoo Paw Gold, Ak240SS and Mojo! The specs are promising.

http://mall.auneaudio.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=18_45&product_id=54

 

[Currawong]

That looks physically quite large. 
 
FiiO are sending me an X7, so it will be another DAP to add to the party in 2016. 

 

[Mimouille]

That looks physically quite large. 

FiiO are sending me an X7, so it will be another DAP to add to the party in 2016. 

It is the size of a Cowon P1 but slightly thicker, so pretty ok IMO. The X7 is an awesome DAP, cant wait to try other amps, the iem amp is nice but it can better.

 

[spitfire777]

Is the QP1R going to be added to this forum. thanks

 

[jrazmar]

I have high hopes to see head-to-head comparisons of these DAPs: QP1R vs Esther M1 vs Cowon P1 

 

[oliverpool]

I have high hopes to see head-to-head comparisons of these DAPs: QP1R vs Esther M1 vs Cowon P1 

+1

 

[Currawong]

I did a quick comparison of the Calyx M to the M1 Esther (Analog) with HD800s. The M1 is more detailed and more natural-sounding than the Calyx in basic summary. I was really rather surprised. Not that the Calyx was bad at all, it is still a nice DAP to listen with. I wouldn't be surprised if I could even things up quite a bit by using iZotope up-sampling on my computer through it, as that has improved the SQ of it in the past, for reasons I've previously explained. 

 

[jrazmar]

Thanks Currawong for the comparison. The Esther M1 is really something, eh. It's a very good example of dont judge the book by its cover or substance over form. This is the same thing I felt when I had the Studio V3. Although I sold it, I still consider it an excellent DAP despite of its shortcomings. Wish HSA will be back in the market and give us the Studio V's upgrade. Now all I need is to wait for the QP1R vs M1 vs P1 battle then I'll be happy. Looking forward for more DAPs to show in this thread.

 

[Daniel Patino]

Hi everyone,

I need something to properly drive (preferably without an amp) my HD600, as well as other headphones I am considering purchasing in the near future, such as DT1770 or DT880/600 and maybe some Audeze later on. I just have an iPod 6G and a Macbook Pro as sources, which makes any further investment pointless.

As a Spaniard in constant search of employment I have a nomadic way of life within the EU, hence I need something portable. If I had somewhere I could call a "home" I would pull the trigger for Burson Conductor Virtuoso.

I have been considering NWZ-ZX2 (yet it seems the EU version has limited power), A&K Jr./ 100 II/ 120 II (not sure if Jr. would be enough or I would need to go higher), Fiio X5 and iBasso DX80. I see, though, many new options at this thread, such as Cowon P1, PAW Gold, etc. and I am lost.
 
I don't care about WiFi, bluetooth, apps and so on. I don't care about native DSD either. I just need it to sound great with acceptable battery life. Well, it would be nice if it could be also used as an external DAC with a Mac/PC. I would only go for something as expensive as A&K if it really worths it (I have seen some even dare to compare X5 sec gen to A&K 240, which I am not sure if makes any sense or is just a joke). Also I would prefer to go for a somehow final and not intermediate solution, since I know I will eventually need more.

Would anyone kindly guide me towards a suitable DAP? Would it be feasible to drive those headphones without a portable amp? If not, would you suggest me any DAP/Amp combination?

Thank you all for your help!

 

[Synthyss]

Very curious about X7..

 

[Mimouille]

Hi everyone,


I need something to properly drive (preferably without an amp) my HD600, as well as other headphones I am considering purchasing in the near future, such as DT1770 or DT880/600 and maybe some Audeze later on. I just have an iPod 6G and a Macbook Pro as sources, which makes any further investment pointless.


As a Spaniard in constant search of employment I have a nomadic way of life within the EU, hence I need something portable. If I had somewhere I could call a "home" I would pull the trigger for Burson Conductor Virtuoso.


I have been considering NWZ-ZX2 (yet it seems the EU version has limited power), A&K Jr./ 100 II/ 120 II (not sure if Jr. would be enough or I would need to go higher), Fiio X5 and iBasso DX80. I see, though, many new options at this thread, such as Cowon P1, PAW Gold, etc. and I am lost.

 
I don't care about WiFi, bluetooth, apps and so on. I don't care about native DSD either. I just need it to sound great with acceptable battery life. Well, it would be nice if it could be also used as an external DAC with a Mac/PC. I would only go for something as expensive as A&K if it really worths it (I have seen some even dare to compare X5 sec gen to A&K 240, which I am not sure if makes any sense or is just a joke). Also I would prefer to go for a somehow final and not intermediate solution, since I know I will eventually need more.


Would anyone kindly guide me towards a suitable DAP? Would it be feasible to drive those headphones without a portable amp? If not, would you suggest me any DAP/Amp combination?


Thank you all for your help!

Can drive full size cans, simple in function, portable, sounds incredible, long battery life? Only the Lotoo Paw Gold answers this IMO.

 

[Daniel Patino]

Thanks for the quick reply Mimouille! I will check the Paw Gold again and hope it can be purchased somewhere in the EU. In any case, I do not necessarily need something simple in function but a DAP that is not overpriced due to functions I won't be suing. I would rather say can drive full size cans, portable, sounds great (not necessarily incredible but a reasonable price/SQ ratio) and without serious problems in terms of battery life.

 

[jrazmar]

i badly need an M1 vs QP1 vs P1 comparison or else I might regret selling my P1. anyone here can help please?

 

[CoLdAsSauLt]

Based on demos, I would say:

• SQ = Paw Gold >> 380 > 240 = X7 >= QP1R > Pioneer (The QP1R is better for full sized can with specific signature that you like or not)
• UI/Usability = 380 = 240 > X7 = Pioneer >>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Paw Gold >= QP1R

Obviously this is my opinion only, YMMV.

Where would the Mojo fit in? I'm using my streaming subscription most of the time. So even if I create an offline library, it's on my Note 4's micro-SD and not exportable to a DAP. A standalone DAP isn't what I need probably for that reason. However, most DAPs can be used as a DAC + amp as well, so placing the mojo in that list would be very interesting for me.