[siamdave]

Hi folks,
 
Shopping around for a new DAP and am looking at the FIIO X5-II. I have however noticed that Sony is now also offering hi res audio in its latest tablets. I am wondering if anyone has any experience with using a tablet as a hi-res audio device. Not the Sony per se, and possibly in combination with an external portable amp. Would a tablet be a viable alternative or is a dedicated DAP still the way to go?
 
More info on the tablet: http://www.whathifi.com/sony/xperia-z4-tablet/review
 
Thanks

 

[cel4145]

Fiio provides good specs for their DAPs. We know what they can do using those specs. Have you found similar detailed audio specs for the Sony tablet? If not, I wouldn't bet on it being as good.

However, you could always go with an Android tablet that has USB audio out and them an external DAC/amp if you really want a tablet.

 

[siamdave]

No not really. Reviews about the earlier Z3 line were quite favourable though. I'm trying to figure out whether the quality will be acceptable enough for me to forego a separate player + lower specked tablet. I'll wait for some more reviews before I make up my mind. Thanks for your input Cel4145

 

[cel4145]

If you get it and it sounds great, be sure to come back and share a quick review

 

[siamdave]

Will do. Hifi lovers seem spoilt for choice at the moment. Decisions, decisions, decisions....