[MistahBungle]

Unfortunately they only seen to have the standard e122

Then you're SOOL with regard to getting one locally (unless you get one 2nd hand from here/little e big B/etc). Try the other distributors in other parts of the world on that page; I know for a fact Noisy Motel here in Australia still have a few, but they may not be able to ship to the UK due to distribution agreement with Fiio, and if they can, you're going to be paying a bit in shipping.

 

[ClieOS]

There isn't any distribution agreement on the E12DIY as far as I know, given it is just a limited run. There are quite a few on Taobao, but with forwarding service and such, it will be close to USD$300 mark...(If you don't get taxed locally).

 

[audiofreakie]

Wow, first time it arrive on my country it cost IDR 2,400,000 (209 USD), now it cost IDR 2,900,000 (253 USD). Think to buy it, but already purchase M8

 

[defguy]

 Listening to the X3/E12 DIY combo through my HD 600's right now, works amazingly well. I really didn't expect that at all

 

[Audio Reiner]

I think about purchase a E12 diy for combination with my X5 and my AKG K3003 in ears. Will it be a good deal or not? The K 3003 have only 8 Ohms.

 

[Loquah]

I think about purchase a E12 diy for combination with my X5 and my AKG K3003 in ears. Will it be a good deal or not? The K 3003 have only 8 Ohms.

 
I would say it is a great idea because the X5's line out is noticeably better than the HPO and the E12 is a great amp with the same footprint as the X5 so they pair really well physically and sonically. E12 output impedance is low enough to have no troubles with the 8 ohm K3003. The only thing to double-check (depending on sensitivity of the K3003) is how much useful range you have on the volume control. I.e. check that it's not "loud" or "off". With the UM Miracles I have a useable volume range of around 10-40% on the E12DIY when using the X5 line-out

 

[ClassicalViola]

   Listening to the X3/E12 DIY combo through my HD 600's right now, works amazingly well. I really didn't expect that at all

Do you use the E12DIY on high/low gain with your HD 600 and at what volume range?

 

[defguy]

  Do you use the E12DIY on high/low gain with your HD 600 and at what volume range?

I switched it to high gain, volume at maybe 10:00?  Didn't try it at low gain.

 

[ClassicalViola]

  I switched it to high gain, volume at maybe 10:00?  Didn't try it at low gain.

Try switching it to low gain and at a higher volume (maybe 3-4 o'clock) to match what you get at high gain and 10 o'clock, and then see what differences in the overall tonality/balance you get between these two different settings.

 

[defguy]

  Try switching it to low gain and at a higher volume (maybe 3-4 o'clock) to match what you get at high gain and 10 o'clock, and then see what differences in the overall tonality/balance you get between these two different settings.

    It sounds a little edgier with the gain on low and the volume cranked up, like it's starting to clip a little. I prefer it on high gain with the 600's

 

[K.T.]

Hey, so I finally plugged in my new silver E12DIY (it's my second E12DIY. I have a gold one from the initial preorder). Paired with my Beyer DT770 Pro 250 it sounds fantastic.
 
I'm actually shocked because for a long time I considered the DT770 Pro my biggest fail in terms of a headphone purchase. They sounded recessed, distant, and uninvolving, and the treble just killed my ears. I wrote it off as a loss.
 
Paired with the stock E12DIY, however, it sounds great!
 
Treble is still slightly tipped up, but not nearly as objectionable as before. There's a terrific sense of space, air, and openness, and the presentation is really engaging.
 
Funny, because when got my first E12DIY, the stock chip didn't blow me away. I recall it was good, very competent, but not great.
 
Well, with the DT770, it's pretty darned special. 
 
Chalk it up to good synergy. I'm hesitant to change a thing currently, but I'll be itching to try out the other chips soon.

 

[vayz]

Hello all or maybe james can help, i'm asking for any guidance or combination that is ideal for X5 ?  especially again my little setup
 
I plan to pickup E12 DIY and use this setup for X5+E12 DY+ HS6 m2m+TF10p/HD650.
 
 
Regards.
Vayz91

 

[Loquah]

  Hello all or maybe james can help, i'm asking for any guidance or combination that is ideal for X5 ?  especially again my little setup
 
I plan to pickup E12 DIY and use this setup for X5+E12 DY+ HS6 m2m+TF10p/HD650.
 
 
Regards.
Vayz91

 
Do you mean the combination of buffer and op amp?

 

[vayz]

   
Do you mean the combination of buffer and op amp?

Yes, it's the buffer and op amp combination, wishing to hear a guidance to create a best synergy with my eqs, if it's still the OPA1611+LME49600 than think i'll take the regular E12 without DIY since the price is 80$ difference. but since my local agent has the stock with old price ($200) i think i'll consider and learn to tinker(i'm such a newbie for this) for the SQ that match my rigs

 

[MistahBungle]

Yes, it's the buffer and op amp combination, wishing to hear a guidance to create a best synergy with my eqs, if it's still the OPA1611+LME49600 than think i'll take the regular E12 without DIY since the price is 80$ difference. but since my local agent has the stock with old price ($200) i think i'll consider and learn to tinker(i'm such a newbie for this) for the SQ that match my rigs

I bought the JDS C5 (on the basis of price/relative SQ) after auditioning a couple of portable amps including the E12DIY, though the possibilities with component swapping on the latter really appealed to me & was playing on my mind after (almost as soon as I left the store).

End result was I bought the E12DIY as well a few days later, and haven't regretted it one little bit

Honestly, if you like tinkering, get it The supplied components will keep you busy for a while so far as combinations are concerned, and with the supplied adapters, you have almost endless possibilities with what opamps/buffers you can put in it.