[semaj8james]

Hello -Fi'ers! Today my beloved X3 was stolen along with my bag after servicing me for a healthy year and a half. The battery life was diminishing rapidly and the side lock button had fallen off, so I guess I was due for an upgrade. In that past while, I haven't kept up with DAP's of similar quality, and am looking for a quick suggestion. For a price point of $200>, what would be some suggestions? I heard about the X3 II coming out soon, however I want a solid DAP quite soon. The X1 looks promising, and I'm not sure of other alternatives. All I'm looking for is a high quality sound reproduction in a relatively small package, preferably with a line out as well. I'll only be powering some mid range IEM's and my car audio system, so crazy amp powering isn't of high importance. I've had the HM-601 (too big and old-age feeling) and X3, so what should be my next best friend?

 

[bzippy]

the iBasso DX50 is a direct competitor of the X3 so probably worth a close look.

 

[Young Spade]

iBasso DX50. What I chose over the X3 when doing initial readings. 
 
FWIR, better UI, touch screen, cleaner sound (more neutral, slightly colder)
 
I preferred the build and UI.

 

[semaj8james]

Huh maybe I'll give the DX50 a shot. It's a toss up between X1, X3 II, X3 and DX50

 

[TheDreamthinker]

1. Who would steal a X3? A niche product known only to niche audience, of which only a niche segment appreciates it. I am quite baffled to be honest.
 
2. Just want to put this out there:
 
WARNING about the DX50:

(have not owned the DX50, therefore will not comment)

 

[semaj8james]

  1. Who would steal a X3? A niche product known only to niche audience, of which only a niche segment appreciate it. I am quite baffled to be honest.
 
2. Just want to put this out there:
 
WARNING about the DX50:

(have not owned the DX50, therefore will not comment)

Well they took my bag, walked for a bit with it, looked inside, and I guess took the only electronic inside of it. I found my bag with everything scattered around it in a nearby alley with everything there except the X3
 
I'll watch that video and keep in mind what he says!

 

[TheDreamthinker]

  Well they took my bag, walked for a bit with it, looked inside, and I guess took the only electronic inside of it. I found my bag with everything scattered around it in a nearby alley with everything there except the X3

That are some unprofessional muggers i must say...not being able to distinguish a Fiio X3 from a iPod Classic.
No other valuables in the bag, i believe.

 

[semaj8james]

  That are some unprofessional muggers i must say...not being able to distinguish a Fiio X3 from a iPod Classic.
No other valuables in the bag, i believe.

Nope, there was an apple, bottle of water, hand lotion, half eaten protein bar and yogurt cup in it. I was able to follow footsteps for about an hour before the footsteps faded away. I took quite a few videos and pictures of the prints. They live in my area though, probably within a 2km proximity. 

 

[EmpJ]

Take a look at the Hidizs AP100. They just released an awesome new update