iFi iDSD Micro DSD512 / PCM768 DAC and Headphone Amp. Impressions, Reviews and Comments.
Nov 27, 2016 at 10:54 AM Post #7,081 of 9,047
  anyone pairing his idsd micro with dx80 ? how is the synergy with iems ?

i have a zx2 but curious if dx80+idsd will be an upgrade or just a sidegrade/overkill for using only with iems (not a user of full HP)

thanx for any feedback here 
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I have the ifi idsd micro and pair with the DX80. It's really a more appropriate pairing for full sized cans imho...I think the ifi is so powerfully that it's really overkill for most iems. You can use the various settings to tame the power, but with IEMs I get a great sound with the DX80 on it's own. The DX80 as a decent amp for IEMs so I would recommend keeping it simple.
 
Nov 27, 2016 at 6:25 PM Post #7,085 of 9,047
  Went to Guangzhou AV Fair 2016 on 19-Nov-2016 (Sat) and tried iDSD micro BL at iFi showroom. I took some pictures with my DSLR and like to share here. The new BL sounds pretty good and I like the new color most (perfect match with my iPhone 7+ black). Can't wait to buy one! 
 
 

 
 

 
 

 
 
 

 

 
 
 

 

 
 

 
Another surprise by iFi 'Pro' series. 
 

 
The new headphones by Focal is out of my expectation and it sounds terrific. Head its suggested retail price (U$4000) is pretty scary!
 
 

 
 

 
 
 

 

 
Bought this all-in-one device (RMB350) by a local brand - TECSUN at the AV Fair! Pretty good sound quality and performance! Surprise!

Great stuff, thanks!
 
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Nov 28, 2016 at 6:29 AM Post #7,087 of 9,047
@iFi audio May you please make an iFi iDSD Micro trade-in available at Stereo Singapore ? 
 
Nov 30, 2016 at 5:33 AM Post #7,091 of 9,047
Just tried out the new BL at Stereo (Singapore). Sounded great with Meze 12 Classics, Audeze EL8O and Senn HD650. Fed from iPhone via CCK.

Personally for me, I would veer towards the BL instead of the Schiit Jotunheim because of the flexibility of what the BL has to offer for desktop and portable solution.

And did I say it looks wicked with the satin black and orange? Black and orange is the new black...
 
Nov 30, 2016 at 7:56 AM Post #7,093 of 9,047
Lol....you have too much movies in . I agree about the color of black and orange, they look dope

 
Black and gold-leafed, anyone?
 
Nov 30, 2016 at 9:42 AM Post #7,094 of 9,047
Just tried out the new BL at Stereo (Singapore). Sounded great with Meze 12 Classics, Audeze EL8O and Senn HD650. Fed from iPhone via CCK.

Personally for me, I would veer towards the BL instead of the Schiit Jotunheim because of the flexibility of what the BL has to offer for desktop and portable solution...


Did u get the chance to compare it with its predessessor? I expect it to be smoother but what's the highs like? Tamer?
 
Nov 30, 2016 at 9:53 AM Post #7,095 of 9,047
Did u get the chance to compare it with its predessessor? I expect it to be smoother but what's the highs like? Tamer?


I didn't get to fully compare both for an AB comparison as there were others waiting in line to try the unit...

For the quick impression between both, I felt the non-BL was a smidge darker (YMMV, only 2 tracks) than the BL. But the 3D+ and Xbass+ effects were more pronounced on the BL, which I preferred.

Best to hear them out for yourself where possible...what's best is what's best sounding to you. :blush:
 

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