[If6was9]

Another question, which mode did you have the Micro at when playing through your speakers? What did you use for volume control? What was the computer's volume set at?

Set in Direct mode, bitperfect or minimum phase, volume control set on ampli-integrated (zero on iDSD), volume on the pc is set to 100% in Foobar

 

[If6was9]

IMO, if it is conncted to an amp via RCA, then the iDSD's amp is bypassed, thus, the problem shouldn't be iDSD's. Have you checked your external amp volume is beyond 9 o'clock? Or 12 o'clock for some amp I tried long ago. Not sure the brand thought.

I set the volume via the amplifier, exactly the same level, the iDSD has the right channel unbalanced compared to the Sony DVD.
On the iDSD volume is set to zero, why is bypassed

 

[tf1216]

Did you try both modes on your iDSD? To me, it sounds like your "Output" was not on Direct Mode.

 

[If6was9]

Did you try both modes on your iDSD? To me, it sounds like you were not on Direct Mode.

Certainly is set on Direct mode

 

[diamondears]

I plays wav files,
these are the albums that I always use as a test,and know every nuance:

Chesky Records (CD)

Performer: Connecticut Early Music Festival Ensemble, Igor Kipnis
http://www.amazon.com/Vivaldi-The-Four-Seasons-Antonio/dp/B000003GDQ

Telarc (SACD, play CD layer)

Performer: Ozawa / Boston Symphony / Silverstein
http://www.amazon.com/Vivaldi-The-Four-Seasons-Antonio/dp/B00005Q46G

Fonè (SACD, play CD layer)

Performer: Marco Fornaciari, Giuseppe Volpato, Antonio De Lorenzi
http://www.fone.it/shop/shop.php?action=mostraScheda&cID=2&pID=25

my setup is connected directly to the amp means RCA:

 

1) PC (Windows 7)-->Foobar-->USB-->iDSD-->RCA to the amp
2) DVD Player-->Spdif-->iDsD--RCA to the amp

3) DVD Player-->RCA to the amp

And in all three cases, the old DVD Player sounds better


the Micro iDSD has a problem of unbalance of the channels,

compared to dvd, lack of information to the sound message on the right side, noticeable also with the speakers,


I do not use headphones


Sorry for my bad English

Yeah, what mode, output Vrms and digital filter?

Also, are you using the same RCA input jacks of the amp? Use the same as that may be the issue.

And what amp do you use? Do you connect the iDSD to your amp's line-in/pre-amp or main-in/power amp section?

There are amps (integrated/with preamps) that treats or process the analogue signal from the source in such a way that introduces huge/substantial/unique tweaks (boosts/reduces certain frequencies, mode crossfeeds, etc.) since they're designed and customized for certain sources and/or speakers most likely you'll pair them with (e.g., same price range, same customer type, certain market, etc).

I think this is why iFi recommends the micro iDSD as a PREAMP, not a DAC/source to be connected to another pre-amp.

So connect your micro iDSD to the power amp section of your amp.

 

[tf1216]

Send some pics too, please

 

[TheNoose]

If you do not wish to use your Micro iDSD's built in battery, you can switch on the power AFTER you have connected to the running computer. That way, you can keep the Micro iDSD running after listening, just let it go into standby mode.

As for 2.3 driver, I have tested it on my Window 7, 32-bit it doesn't work either but it appear to work on my Window 8.1, 64-bit. For now, it is best to stick with 2.0.

Hope it helps!
Billson

This answers my rather dumb question...does the iFi Micro have a battery...and is thus portable. I know it is meant for desktop use, but I can't help but want to try this:
 


Source: Siggy1 here: http://forums.vr-zone.com/audiophiles-htpc-corner/3030876-geekout-se-w-crystek-femto-micro-idsd-chord-hugo-ha22tubex-11.html
Post #158
Siggy1 has made mods to the iFi that you can view at the post ref above. He is a wizard of such doings.
 
Oh...I never found any reference to the battery anywhere else including iFi's site...must have overlooked it?

 

[BillsonChang007]

I set the volume via the amplifier, exactly the same level, the iDSD has the right channel unbalanced compared to the Sony DVD.
On the iDSD volume is set to zero, why is bypassed

Try this:
 
Switch the volume setting on your PC down low and use the amplifier to boost back the volume. Let me know if it solve the channel unbalance  
 

The iFi micro iDSD features a 4800 mAH 
 
Quoted from iFi-Audio Site:
SmartPower® is the micro iDSD’s onboard recharging feature for Smartdevices. Its 4800mAH battery is able to fully recharge an iPhone two-times. Compatible with Apple and Android, phones and tablets, it is another example of iFi’s commitment to customer needs – enjoy high-end audio on the go without worrying about the phone going flat.

 

[TheNoose]

Thank you! Another solid reason to buy...waiting for my budget to grow! 

 I really should give up popcorn...

 

[If6was9]

  Try this:
 
Switch the volume setting on your PC down low and use the amplifier to boost back the volume. Let me know if it solve the channel unbalance  
 

I read old posts (from page 62 onwards), and the problem of unbalanced channels is a known history,
many users here, complained the same problem,
or the problem is solved or ask a refund

 

[maricius]

  I read old posts (from page 62 onwards), and the problem of unbalanced channels is a known history,
many users here, complained the same problem,
or the problem is solved or ask a refund

I don't recollect any complaints on channel imbalances with regards to the RCA output once past say 10 or 20 degrees past opening when using the micro iDSD on preamp mode and I've been with this thread since its inception. There is evident channel imbalance on the headphone out before on and before 9 o'clock but that is normal for most analog potentiometers. For headphone use, the recommended is from 12 o'clock to 2 o'clock and that is why we have the three power modes and the three attenuator settings. 
 
On direct mode, there should be no hints of channel imbalance. At all. If there are and you are sure it is the iDSD, I am sure iFi will be more than willing to replace yours. 

 

[If6was9]

I think this is why iFi recommends the micro iDSD as a PREAMP, not a DAC/source to be connected to another pre-amp.

So connect your micro iDSD to the power amp section of your amp.

How? I did try to switch in preamp mode? I connect the RCA in line-in CD on the integrated-amp, Direct mode on iDSD

 

[diamondears]

How? I did try to switch in preamp mode? I connect the RCA in line-in CD on the integrated-amp, Direct mode on iDSD

I suggest connect it to your integrated amp's POWER section instead of PRE-AMP section. What you're doing is like double pre-amping.

What's your integrated amp?

 

[iFi audio]

How? I did try to switch in preamp mode? I connect the RCA in line-in CD on the integrated-amp, Direct mode on iDSD

Hi,
 
As you are a new customer, please open a support ticket with details of your system and your serial number and retailer from whom you purchased your unit.
 
We will try our best to work through your system.
 
But if you are truly not getting the sonics you wish, then return the unit to your retailer for a refund.
 
If you have any questions, just PM us or email: tech@ifi-audio.com
 
Thanks.

 

[technobear]

I think this is why iFi recommends the micro iDSD as a PREAMP, not a DAC/source to be connected to another pre-amp.

So connect your micro iDSD to the power amp section of your amp.

How? I did try to switch in preamp mode? I connect the RCA in line-in CD on the integrated-amp, Direct mode on iDSD

The DIRECT/PRE_AMP switch is on the underside of the iDSD. Make sure it is on the DIRECT setting.

However, if you plug in headphones and there is no sound on one channel then it sounds like your unit is faulty. You should send it back to your dealer for a replacement.