DX340 iBasso developed Discret DAC, Easily replaceable batteries, Amp Modules! ***New firmware on 1st page. v1.03 local update. AMP16 NOS Tube amp. Review on the 1st page! 4/6/25

[lairpost]

Much appreciated. It's so disappointing to discover such limitations in such a premiere player. I couldn't even do more with playlists, than add songs to it, rather than whole album groupings for single artists.

For Foobar2000 Mobile or other Android music player apps, do I need to customize the Android OS on the iBasso to gain optimal sonics? If so, are you aware of any guide for that.

I don't worry about the software as I don't have any intention of switching from what I prefer. It's the hardware you purchased. Mango is a 'bonus'. You don't need to do anything when using other players. iBasso tweaks to Android will still bypass what is known as SRC, sample rate conversion.

But to tweak/EQ/PEG I use Wavelet and numerous tuned squig.link profiles for different IEMs and mood. I let Chat GPT-4o mini write this for me...for you.

How do I use squig.link to generate AutoEQ profiles for a specifc IEM or specific user target profile?

GPT-4o mini

To use squig.link to generate AutoEQ profiles for a specific IEM (In-Ear Monitor) or a specific user target profile, follow these steps:

1. Visit the Website: Go to squig.link.
2. Select the IEM or Headphone:
   
   • Use the search bar to find the specific IEM or headphone model you are interested in. You can type the name of the model, and it should show you the available measurements.
   • If your specific IEM is not listed, you may need to upload your own measurement data if you have it.
3. Choose a Target Curve:
   
   • Once you have selected your IEM, you will see options for different target curves. These target curves represent different sound signatures or preferences (e.g., Harman target, diffuse-field target, etc.).
   • You can select a target curve that matches your listening preferences or the specific profile you want to achieve.
4. Generate the AutoEQ Profile:
   
   • After selecting the IEM and target curve, look for the option to generate the AutoEQ profile. This will typically involve clicking a button that says "Generate" or "Create EQ Profile."
   • The tool will then calculate the necessary EQ adjustments to match the target curve based on the measurements of your selected IEM.
5. Download or Copy the EQ Settings:
   
   • Once the profile is generated, you will see the EQ settings (usually in the form of frequency adjustments). You can either copy these settings or download them if the option is available.
   • Make sure to note the format required for your specific EQ application (e.g., parametric EQ, graphic EQ).
6. Apply the EQ Settings:
   
   • Open your preferred audio player or EQ software that supports custom EQ settings.
   • Input the generated EQ settings to apply the desired sound profile to your IEM.
7. Test and Adjust:
   
   • Listen to your music with the applied EQ settings and make any necessary adjustments based on your personal preferences.

By following these steps, you should be able to generate and apply AutoEQ profiles for your specific IEM or user target profile using squig.link. If you have any further questions or need assistance, feel free to ask!

 

[Menkau-ra]

What amp card are you using? How many hours do you have on your DX340?

I have both AMP15 and AMP16. Probably around 200 hours. I mean the bass is there, it slams, but compared to DX180 is not enough.

 

[DAPpower]

Any word on Amp17 or Amp18 yet???

The wait is killing me.

 

[vonBaron]

Need full class A amp

 

[AlexaMan]

Any word on Amp17 or Amp18 yet???

Keep fingers crossed when they come out we will get them at affordable price.
AliExpress sometimes adding insanely big import taxes for 700$ good's cost they want to add crazy 1050$ import taxes.

 

[Shawnb]

Any word on Amp17 or Amp18 yet???

The wait is killing me.

Any word on Max yet?

 

[DAPpower]

Any word on Max yet?

For the MAX I guess you would have to do a little research and find out when the previous MAX devices released compared to the release dates of their non-MAX versions. Maybe you will notice a pattern.

@AlexaMan
Tarrifs are purely a political move for the most part. I'm sure the import tarrifs aren't permanent and can probably be easily be brought back to the previous rate with a shout of an order.

 

[jamato8]

Using the 340 as a source into the RSA A-10 to the HD-90. Very nice.

 

[StokeNewingtonJohn]

Curious to know whether anyone else has tried Quad Era-1 planars with their DX340 on super gain mode. The pairing is ridiculously good.

 

[Ichos]

AMP16 tube mode with DC in, is fantastic sound. The DC input injects a very minimal hissing that is not present in battery mode. But it is audible only when music is not playing.

 

[damascato]

AMP16 tube mode with DC in, is fantastic sound. The DC input injects a very minimal hissing that is not present in battery mode. But it is audible only when music is not playing.

That’s the whole point of having a low noise floor… details are eaten up by that hiss when playing music

 

[Ichos]

That’s the whole point of having a low noise floor… details are eaten up by that hiss when playing music

Tubes have their deficiencies, especially in portable set-ups. Thankfully the battery mode is quite powerful to drive a great bunch of headphones.

 

[bflat]

Anyone know of an Android app that has system wide crossfeed? I tried Foobar but could not get it working. Even if I did get it working, I believe I need to go thru configuration each time I reboot since I have not rooted my DX340. Crossfeed is one Chord feature I miss and use it for older albums.

 

[F700]

Some Head-Fiers were interested in knowing my opinion about the differences between the AMP14 & AMP15 via the LO of the DX340 to the L&P EA4.

I did some A/B comparisons and if I think that the AMP14 was slightly better than the AMP15 with the DX340 in standalone modus (for my taste), both AMP-Cards play at the same level with the EA4, yet with another flavor. The EA4 being already slightly colored, no matter how you set the switches, the AMP14 is adding another "coat of chocolate" on top, but it's not too much for me, because you can fine-tune this combo with different IC (I use an PW Orpheus IC, which is also warm sounding), and ofc, your transducers. Impressive is that I did not experience any loss in detail retrieval vs. AMP15. I really dig this combo, with its rich, warm, analogue and powerful sound. The AMP15 excels when paired with the EA4 anyway, some of you already know it. The AMP15 brings more balance into the sound (less thickness, more energy, a bit more bite, some more air on top) and I think that the EA4 is the perfect amp for the AMP15. I cannot take one AMP-Cards over the other here. I am glad I have both. Truly excellent transportable combo here.

I take this opportunity to share today's pictures of the DX340 and the L&P EA4 with their respective Jutem cases (navy blue). Looks and feels absolutely fantastic in real life. You know and you get what you pay for.

 

[Daniel59]

The AMP15 excels when paired with the EA4 anyway, some of you already know it

The EA4 in tube preamp out mode has been a welcomed addition to my desktop SS hp amp too! It’s a winner any way you set it up in your chain!! Love those Jutem cases!!