I wish I could buy a Q5 instead of a MoJo in January
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FiiO Q5, Flagship DAC/Amp, an Dual DAC, USB/Optical/Coaxial/Line in, share the same amp module with X7.
Sonic Defender
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I own a Mojo, and it really is a pretty stunning device truth be told. If it had Bluetooth built into in it would be pretty awesome for sure. I know you can add the Polly but that is a pretty expensive thing if somebody like me was simply trying to add Bluetooth. I think that Bluetooth will be almost standard on pretty much all new devices like the Q5. I am still very interested to hear the Q5 as I know FiiO makes great sounding devices so it should be a very nice addition to the market.I wish I could buy a Q5 instead of a MoJo in January
The Q5 is not out yet but those who want a bluetooth portable DAC/AMP Mcintosh got your back http://www.mcintoshlabs.com/us/Products/pages/ProductDetails.aspx?CatId=lifestyle&ProductId=MHA50
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mandrake50
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Interesting device, though the sparse specs are not terribly impressive. 200 mw, but I did not see an impedance listed. 6 hours playback time is a bit less than what I would like.
I wonder if they will have them at RMAF so I might get a listen.
I wonder if they will have them at RMAF so I might get a listen.
Sonic Defender
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Not to mention the price will be stupid, almost for sure.
IneffableMusic
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It was listed at l think $800 or something, has only 6 hours of battery life (anything under 8 is unacceptable imo), and no balanced output. I couldn't even find any mention of what dac or amp it uses.Not to mention the price will be stupid, almost for sure.
IneffableMusic
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It seems to me the fiio q5 will really revolutionize our portable dac market. I've been waiting years for something that is small enough for the pocket with a phone, with a totl dac chip and amp (or at least mobile es9018 or something), balanced output, and being able to decode at least 192/24 and dsd natively. I'm really hoping to see a es9028pro in the q5. The 9018 is outdated now with its sabre glare. The 9028 from what I've read eliminates that problem and adds a more percieved flat response than a measured one, and measured flat imo is not flat. More modern studio gear these days has a small compensation curve to be more percieved as flat than having that touch of extra treble.
HI, I haven't been in here for a while, but I am still patiently waiting for the Q5 to be released. Did they make a final decision on the DAC? Will they be AK4490s?
Also, since the website redesign I can't find how to search within an actual thread (not a forum). Where did the "Search within this thread" link go?
Also, since the website redesign I can't find how to search within an actual thread (not a forum). Where did the "Search within this thread" link go?
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IneffableMusic
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As far as amps go they're going with the am3a which ships with the x7ii also. As far as dac chips are concerned theu haven't said much other than on the front page the consideration of a high end one like an ak4490, es9018, possibly dual chips.HI, I haven't been in here for a while, but I am still patiently waiting for the Q5 to be released. Did they make a final decision on the Amps? Will they be AK4490s?
Also, since the website redesign I can't find how to search within an actual thread (not a forum). Where did the "Search within this thread" link go?
Sonic Defender
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Hope they opt for the AK chips over the 9018.
Sorry, I meant DACs. The only reason I am interested in the Q5 is for dual AK4490s. Fingers crossed.As far as amps go they're going with the am3a which ships with the x7ii also. As far as dac chips are concerned theu haven't said much other than on the front page the consideration of a high end one like an ak4490, es9018, possibly dual chips.
Could FiiO not post a release date, so customers who have been waiting over two years wouldn't jump ship
peterzzz
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Better yet, do that aptx-hd thing as a later firmware update and release now
Can anyone tell me where they hid the "Search within this thread" feature?
GrussGott
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Well, I guess count me on the waiting list now as I'm looking for a DAC/Amp to drive my Aeon Flux I just can't get myself to the realization I need to drop $3000 on a DAC/Amp
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