DX260MK2 New firmware for the MK2 1.01

[mattclarke18]

Hi,
You are right, at this price it deserves a better IEM. But I can't bring myself to spend so much on earphones
Anyway thanks for your recommandation

I told myself the same thing. I felt like I was crazy to spend over 1k on Iems but now have no regrets. You take care of them they will last a very long time. There is a big difference between low-fi/mid-fi and hi-fi. Once you go hi-fi there is no going back. I waited until I could get a good price used and then liked them so much I bought a spare set used because they are limited production. That spare is not used in storage - $1200/1800 new. I only have 3 different Iems and that is all I am going to buy. I paid just over $600 for my Dx260 with its 2 leather cases used mint condition. The cases alone new were over $125 and one has never been used. Keep an eye on classifieds and wait for a good deal.

If you do things right music is one of the best value hobbies. Think of the hours of enjoyment you can get. Better than any vacation. The Dx260 really shines with good iems. If you go cheap you are missing out. Get a good set of used iems and be done. No buying the next new thing and selling for a loss.

 

[mattclarke18]

I can not reach flac files in sd card when I use Mango application. No problem in Mango mode. Any idea?

Goto settings and apps and choose mango and do clear data. This will reset mango app to defaults. If that does not work do a factory reset in recovery mode. See my guide on how to get in recovery mode.

 

[holsen]

It's official. An iBasso fan has been born.
Now I'm looking for some input so as to maximize the dollar I spend on a new a DAP
Ever since I heard the DC Elite, I've been enamored with the precision, incisiveness, clarity, resolution and detail of the iBasso presentation. That little dongle impressed me so that I considered picking up a 320MAX , but I travel and I just couldn't justify the size of it and having to carry 2 separate chargers for it so I by-passed it and got a DX320. I really do love it but the battery drain is pretty heavy and I think the ELITE bests it. So I'm looking again. Like I said I love what comes out of that little box - the DC Elite and now I'm tossed between the 260 and 340. I don't mind jumping to the higher tier but if the 260 can get me what the DCE does in terms of clarity, resolution detail etc and is equal or greater that the 320 - I would be perfectly happy. I just picked up the Shanling M9 Plus - it's an awesome Flagship but it's a catch & release - too thick and warm for me now that I've bit the iBasso Apple. I've been reading @mattclarke18 's comments; anyone else care to chime in?

 

[mattclarke18]

It's official. An iBasso fan has been born.
Now I'm looking for some input so as to maximize the dollar I spend on a new a DAP
Ever since I heard the DC Elite, I've been enamored with the precision, incisiveness, clarity, resolution and detail of the iBasso presentation. That little dongle impressed me so that I considered picking up a 320MAX , but I travel and I just couldn't justify the size of it and having to carry 2 separate chargers for it so I by-passed it and got a DX320. I really do love it but the battery drain is pretty heavy and I think the ELITE bests it. So I'm looking again. Like I said I love what comes out of that little box - the DC Elite and now I'm tossed between the 260 and 340. I don't mind jumping to the higher tier but if the 260 can get me what the DCE does in terms of clarity, resolution detail etc and is equal or greater that the 320 - I would be perfectly happy. I just picked up the Shanling M9 Plus - it's an awesome Flagship but it's a catch & release - too thick and warm for me now that I've bit the iBasso Apple. I've been reading @mattclarke18 's comments; anyone else care to chime in?

I know you probably do not want to hear more comments from me. My guess is the Mentor will pair well with DX260. MKIII did not go well with DX320 (including using NpAudio mod AMP11 and Amp11 MK1) or Maven II. Both sounded better on DX180 and on DX260. Only advantage of getting DX260 vs DX340 is you can find DX260 for $600 used vs $1800 with tax in US. If you do that and want same DAC as DX340 you can get a D16 used - $900? and use DX260 as source or when D17 comes out get that so you have options and the money unless you have to have it all in one in a DAP. DX260 is very pocket friendly as well, more so than the DX320. If you really want a DX340 I would wait a couple of months and you will find one in classifieds. No reason to buy new. If I choose to get a DX340 it will be used. Your DX320 for being brand new is very well priced. Why not get a D16 used and use DX320 as source and not loose all that money?

 

[holsen]

I know you probably do not want to hear more comments from me. My guess is the Mentor will pair well with DX260. MKIII did not go well with DX320 (including using NpAudio mod AMP11 and Amp11 MK1) or Maven II. Both sounded better on DX180 and on DX260. Only advantage of getting DX260 vs DX340 is you can find DX260 for $600 used vs $1800 with tax in US. If you do that and want same DAC as DX340 you can get a D16 used - $900? and use DX260 as source or when D17 comes out get that so you have options and the money unless you have to have it all in one in a DAP. DX260 is very pocket friendly as well, more so than the DX320. If you really want a DX340 I would wait a couple of months and you will find one in classifieds. No reason to buy new. If I choose to get a DX340 it will be used. Your DX320 for being brand new is very well priced. Why not get a D16 used and use DX320 as source and not loose all that money?

I am happy to hear whatever you've got to say! Yeah, I'm just look for a dap - dont want to start stacking stuff. I like a DAP when I go to bed, 1st thing in the morning when I dont want to disturb anyone else, flying, and when I just want to get lost. Just discovered about an hour ago the only pairing I haven't liked with the 320 and that's the Pilgrim & Pilgrim Noir - with those 2 they presented too thin but with the M9+ and it's thicker (weightier) sound they were just found. Choosing a DAP is such a 1st world problem and were spoiled a bit. I do like the way my Mentors pair up with both the 320 and the Elite. My guts are saying to me that I'll be plenty happy with a 260 - I dont have any Cans and dont anticipate any. I'll keep my eyes peeled on the classifieds. Thanks for the input.

 

[mattclarke18]

I am happy to hear whatever you've got to say! Yeah, I'm just look for a dap - dont want to start stacking stuff. I like a DAP when I go to bed, 1st thing in the morning when I dont want to disturb anyone else, flying, and when I just want to get lost. Just discovered about an hour ago the only pairing I haven't liked with the 320 and that's the Pilgrim & Pilgrim Noir - with those 2 they presented too thin but with the M9+ and it's thicker (weightier) sound they were just found. Choosing a DAP is such a 1st world problem and were spoiled a bit. I do like the way my Mentors pair up with both the 320 and the Elite. My guts are saying to me that I'll be plenty happy with a 260 - I dont have any Cans and dont anticipate any. I'll keep my eyes peeled on the classifieds. Thanks for the input.

If you are just looking for a DAP solution get the DX340 as it has more features etc. Makes no sense to get rid of a DX320 to get a Dx260. I got a good deal on my Dx260 and knew I could flip it fast and not loose money if I didn't like it plus wanted to do a guide for it. I fell in love with it so it's not going anywhere. That is not to say if I didn't hear a 340 and loved that I would not get one. I have $1200 set aside intended to buy the 340 still. I could sell my Dx260 with it's two leather cases for $620 and buy brand new 340. It's rooted and optimized too.

 

[holsen]

If you are just looking for a DAP solution get the DX340 as it has more features etc. Makes no sense to get rid of a DX320 to get a Dx260. I got a good deal on my Dx260 and knew I could flip it fast and not loose money if I didn't like it plus wanted to do a guide for it. I fell in love with it so it's not going anywhere. That is not to say if I didn't hear a 340 and loved that I would not get one. I have $1200 set aside intended to buy the 340 still. I could sell my Dx260 with it's two leather cases for $620 and buy brand new 340. It's rooted and optimized too.

Here's Bllom's take
I hope all is well, Happy Saturday! So glad you're enjoying the DC-Elite, we love it here at Bloom as well! Good comparison here - personally, I am not a fan of DX260's sound signature. I find it too dry and too emphasized in the treble, giving off a false illusion of what neutrality and top tier detail retrieval really sounds like. Some folks really enjoy that sound signature, hence why I would still consider it if you're looking for that. But to me, the DX340 is more in line with the DC-Elite. It's very reference sounding with very slight coloration, but doesn't overly emphasize anything in the sound signature to keep things really tonally balanced. I would personally go for the 340 here, but if you want that exaggerated sense of detail, I would look into the 260.

So, it's settled for me. I'll hold out for a 340. Selling the 320 & M9+ and by the time they're gone, there may be a gently used one in the classifieds - otherwise Bloom is always there. I don't need or want a collection of DAPs thanks for the input.

 

[mattclarke18]

So, it's settled for me. I'll hold out for a 340. Selling the 320 & M9+ and by the time they're gone, there may be a gently used one in the classifieds - otherwise Bloom is always there. I don't need or want a collection of DAPs thanks for the input.

There is one there now brand new. I am now tempted.

 

[holsen]

There is one there now brand new. I am now tempted.

Am I going to race you for it? I've got to release either the 320 or the M9+ to do it. They're both listed now.

 

[mattclarke18]

Am I going to race you for it? I've got to release either the 320 or the M9+ to do it. They're both listed now.

No. Decided not to buy it. $1600 sealed box. Saves you $230. I would offer $1550 PP FF.

 

[holsen]

I've started the conversatiom

 

[mattclarke18]

I've started the conversatiom

Good. I hope you are able to buy it. I am sure I will end up with one eventually but not in a hurry. You are making the right choice by going with the DX340 vs Dx260 because you want a DAP only solution. I may get a D16 or D17 instead as I only need one DAP and don't mind it not being portable or all-in-one.

 

[darcman]

I've started the conversatiom

I just wanted to give you something to think about and you probably already have. The CAD dollar sucks right now. By the time you figure in the exchange rate and the shipping and the taxes you will have to pay GST and PST when it comes into Canada, you might be better off buying in Canada. Quebec Acoustic sells iBasso stuff and because it is out of province you will only have to pay GST and the shipping is free. Quebec Acoustic has the DX260 on sale now for $999.99 CAD or around $690 US. The DX340 isnt on sale, but it might be worth a shot to ask what kind of deal they would make?

 

[nekromantik]

I love the EE LX on the 260

 

[whattodo]

Goto settings and apps and choose mango and do clear data. This will reset mango app to defaults. If that does not work do a factory reset in recovery mode. See my guide on how to get in recovery mode.

Clearing data did not work(