That is exactly it !!
I think he is asking about downloaded files for offline listening.
Didn't think so, but thought it was worth asking.
Exactly, downloaded music for offline listening. Sometimes my internet acts up and doesn't want to stream without hiccups.
You have to pay a fee to unlock the MQA support within Hiby Music app. $1.99 if I am not wrong.
Yeah, but where is it? I am trying to play MQA files and Hiby Music don’t give the choice to buy it , and if I look for that option in the app, I can’t find anything…
That is pretty common, Tidal app in itself isn’t that good in music performances. Many years back where portable audio were starting out, the devices were not capable enough but, the differences between playback apps were observed. So, the reason why Poweramp and Neutron, USBPP were made, then carry on to the present, the same thing is still happening, regardless if the app can or not conduct and process bit perfect, the app in itself can effect the sound performances, and both Tidal/Quoobuz are pretty much about streaming, album arts, and so on, they are not really dedicated to the performances. I tried this a while ago on Dx220, and I ended up buying album, download it, store it locally, and rather be using MangoOS, or listening offline. I am glad to see that USBAPP can do something more now, but I am so over the subscription monthly but the music does not belong to me. I rather buy it, and own it, while having the best performances out of it, because after all, I am squeezing every bit I can, and is the reason why I keep traveling down this rabbit holes. Otherwise, as my friend keeps saying, streaming with an Apple TWS should be good enoughIf you are a beta tester you can try out the new USBAPP version that introduces a visual update and now finally supports dx300.
Early impressions are pretty good to me.
The sound is noticeably better then Mango App (though still not better then Mango OS)
Oddly though in bit perfect mode the Tidal MQA files are playing as 24 bit 96khz or 88khz. And even more oddly sound is better then same files via Tidal app that unfolds them even up to 384 khz .
I think I will give Micron a pass.disclaimer: subjective matters, please ignore if memory cards isn’t something in your priority. After all, they are used to store your music and play back. Just a storage medium. Only read on if different type of tapes and vinyl weight or cables or everything will effect your sound quality and your are seeking for the best performances possible
Some more detailed comparisons between Sandisk Edge VS Micron 1TB
Capacity limits : Edges cap out at 400Gb VS Micron 1Tb
Signatures: Edges is more musical, Micron is more resolving. Edges textures is smoother vs Micron crispier
Edges is more forgivable on bad recordings, harsh distortions and clipping is easier to withstand, Micron will spit it in your ears and is very unforgiving but trade off for a lot more details that is easier to observe on Micron.
Conclusions: both Edges and Micron will bring the next improvements to the system overall with the improvements of
Better bass fidelity and articulations, more accurate density and overal presentations, larger soundstage in all axis, better clarity, better details and cleaner back ground, better dynamic
The differences signatures between Edges and Micron if can be elevated into DAP signatures would be Walkman (edges) vs Astel&Kern. If speaking about cables terms, Edges would be Silver/Gold alloys and Micron would be Ultra Pure Silver Litz. If speaking of simplistic terms, Edges is musical and Microns is resolving
If you ask me whether to upgrade your MicroSD or Cables ? I would opt for MicroSD every given chance , but why not both ?
My Dx300 batteries lasts for many days on the shelves. Something may be draining your ? Probably Wifi or something ?
