Introducing ONIX Mystic XP1 – High-End Portable DAC/AMP

[xenithon]

It's available now. In most countries you can check with your local Shanling distributor about availability.

I would provide more details about your local availability, but unfortunately, Mandalore is not yet in our distributor network, following the bombardment by Empire.

I see no issues on the distributor tab at Onix Website, can you please tell me what doesn't work there for you?

Thanks for the swift reply. Will send a DM now - seems to just be the link under quick links at the bottom of a product page.

 

[Cocozy]

1. To be clear, this only happens when pausing/resuming song, never during playback, correct? Are you using it over which mode?
2. This is part of audio circuit on XP1, part of the safety mechanism.

1. You are correct, it does not happen during playback, only when pausing/resuming.
(It happens the same on my MacBook, Windows Desktop, and iPhone, all connected via optical or USB, which is what I usually use.)

2. Understood. It would be regrettable if this doesn't resolve the issue.

Thank you for your quick response.

 

[gops2116]

With ONIX Miracle, we designed a High-End All-in-One Headphone desktop rig.

Now comes the new ONIX Mystic XP1, our take on the High-End Portable DAC/AMPs.

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Designed by Onix //// Made by Shanling

Price: 1 499 USD

Now Available

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Miracle & Mystic Brothers

Mystic XP1 closely follows the design of the ONIX Miracle, adopting elements of the classical ONIX look for this new generation of devices. Exquisitely crafted by CNC machines from high-grade aluminium, for ideal unibody construction that’s strong and beautiful, especially when paired with gold-plated volume wheel and vintage dot-matrix OLED display.

High-End Audio Configuration

Based around a pair of flagship AKM AK4499EX DACs, combined with their matching AK4191 modulator, for the ultimate resolution and natural tuning. The fully balanced headphone amplifier utilizes TPA6120A2 and it was optimized for use with full-size headphones. And with additional Muses8920 circuit for the balanced line-out/pre-amp function. All enhanced by the in-house “Brighton” I/V Conversion stage.

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Lossless MicroSD Playback

While other portable DACs fully rely on smartphones or computers to feed them data, Mystic XP1 features a MicroSD card slot, allowing for a fully lossless playback of all your files. Play directly on the XP1 or connect it to Eddict Player Android/iOS app for easy browsing of even the biggest music libraries.

Digital Connectivity

Connect Mystic XP1 to your smartphones or computers over its high-performance XMOS XU316 USB input or opt for the convenience of Wireless connection over Bluetooth 5.0, with support of LDAC, aptX HD and AAC. And for your traditional Hi-Fi devices, XP1 offers a combined SPDIF Coaxial/Optical Input.

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Optional External Power Supply

At your home, office, or anywhere else where the conditions allow, connect the Mystic XP1 to its external power supply for a significant boost to its power output. Offering up to 2360 mW @ 32Ω // 480 mW @ 300Ω, matching power outputs of many desktop amplifiers, turning XP1 into a serious partner for even the most demanding full-size audiophile headphones.

Additional Specification

Dimensions: 160 x 92 x 30 mm

Weight: 583g

System Platform: Ingenic X2000

Analog Input: 3.5mm Jack

Bluetooth Codec Support: LDAC / aptX HD / aptX / SBC / AAC

Hi-Res File Support: PCM 768kHz / 32bit, DSD512

Coaxial / Optical Input: PCM 192kHz / 24bit

Gain: 2 x 3 Levels (Earphone and Headphone mode)

Headphone Outputs: 3.5mm & 6.5mm Single-Ended, 4.4mm Balanced

Analog Output: 4.4mm Balanced, with pre-out function

Battery: 7000 mAh, dedicated USB-C charging port

Battery life: Up to 10 hours



3.5mm & 6.5mm Single-Ended Output

Output Power:

Headphone mode, high-gain:

2.6V@32Ω (211mW@32Ω) (THD+N<0.023%)

With External Power, Headphone mode, high-gain:

5.1V@32Ω (812mW@32Ω) (THD+N<1%)

6V@300Ω (120mW@300Ω) (THD+N<0.002%)

Output Impedance: 4.7Ω



4.4mm Balanced Output

Output Power:

Headphone mode, high-gain:

4.9V@32Ω (750mW@32Ω) (THD+N<0.01%)

With External Power, Headphone mode, high-gain:

8.7V@32Ω (2360mW@32Ω) (THD+N<1)

12V@300Ω (480mW@300Ω) (THD+N<0.002%)

Frequency Response: 20Hz-40kHz (-0.5dB)

THD+N: 0.0005% @32Ω (A-Weight)

Dynamic Range: 120dB @32Ω (A-Weight)

Channel Separation: 101dB

Signal-to-Noise Ratio : 120dB @32Ω (A-Weight)

Noise: 111dB @32Ω (A-Weight)


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Hi the output impedance mentioned in headphone mode for SE is 4.7ohm & Bal is 6.6ohm. Is this correct? Will this have any negative effect on low impedance IEMs and Headphones ?

 

[Shanling]

Hi the output impedance mentioned in headphone mode for SE is 4.7ohm & Bal is 6.6ohm. Is this correct? Will this have any negative effect on low impedance IEMs and Headphones ?

Yes, this is correct.

You can check with your headphone manufacturer if the impedance will have any effect or not. Apart from some sensitive All BA earphones, it's not that common in our experience.

 

[gops2116]

Over the last couple of years of owning the Noble Kublai Khan I have tried so many DAPs, DAC/AMP combinations and I felt it sounded best with the Aroma A100TB. A special amp that is permanently on steroids!
Then came the Onix. This is an amp that simply lights up the Kublai & drives it to its absolute limits. I never knew what this IEM was capable of until now . The height, width and depth and of imaging that this combo delivers is something that one needs to hear to believe . The Onix managed to unearth meaty low end, velvety mid range & incredibly textured treble from the Kublai that none of my other combos could in the past.
The Onix has its quirks esp with its amp implementation. But this combo is just heavenly .
Bottom line, if you are a Kublai owner, get the Onix. If you are an Onix owner, get the Kublai Khan!

 

[marcusd]

Our review of the Mystic XP1 is now published with comparisons to the Chord Hugo 2, iBasso's D16, and the Shanling H7.

https://headfonics.com/onix-mystic-xp1-review/

 

[KaiFi]

Our review of the Mystic XP1 is now published with comparisons to the Chord Hugo 2, iBasso's D16, and the Shanling H7.

https://headfonics.com/onix-mystic-xp1-review/

Great review.

But what does "unable to suspend volume default levels" mean? You list it under "con" but it isn't explained anywhere in the review (unless I missed something?)

 

[marcusd]

Great review.

But what does "unable to suspend volume default levels" mean? You list it under "con" but it isn't explained anywhere in the review (unless I missed something?)

When you plug in a headphone you get a default volume level. When you pull them out and reconnect it goes back to that level. I can't seem to find a way to suspend that function.

 

[BORUSSIA]

@Shanling could you or someone draw a comparison between the Onyx and the H7?
I own the last one and I might be interested in upgrading.
Is the port recessed as Ibasso Max units?

 

[marcusd]

@Shanling could you or someone draw a comparison between the Onyx and the H7?
I own the last one and I might be interested in upgrading.
Is the port recessed as Ibasso Max units?

There is a direct and in depth comparison between it and the h7 on page 3 of our review.

 

[BORUSSIA]

There is a direct and in depth comparison between it and the h7 on page 3 of our review.

Does the port matches Liquid Link cables? I own the Anni23 and the cable doesn’t fit in the D16. The onyx port seems recessed too?

 

[marcusd]

Does the port matches Liquid Link cables? I own the Anni23 and the cable doesn’t fit in the D16. The onyx port seems recessed too?

Just tried it and unfortunately no it does not fit.

 

[BORUSSIA]

Just tried it and unfortunately no it does not fit.

Thank you for testing!

 

[marcusd]

Thank you for testing!

No worries, its a big plug for sure

 

[BORUSSIA]

No worries, its a big plug for sure

Could you try to plug it in sideways? The 320Max ti has kind of the same plug and fits sideways? Do you like the pairing with the Anni? Looking for a little tighter bass/subbass presentation compared to the H7..