[jfs95]

Can anyone recommend a DAP to use with my Laylas? I just recently got an Astell & Kern AK240 player, and it sounded way too dark for my tastes. I tend to like more analytical/detail sound signatures than warmth. So I found the AK240 to be dark and lacking in detail. I actually preferred the Fiio X7 I used to have to the AK240; the X7 seemed to have much more details and not at dark.
 
So I might go back to the Fiio X7, but figured I'd consider other options first. Is there something else in the Astell & Kern line that is more analytical in sound signature?
 
Must have balanced output and at least 128gb internal storage...
 
Thanks!

 

[bflat]

  Can anyone recommend a DAP to use with my Laylas? I just recently got an Astell & Kern AK240 player, and it sounded way too dark for my tastes. I tend to like more analytical/detail sound signatures than warmth. So I found the AK240 to be dark and lacking in detail. I actually preferred the Fiio X7 I used to have to the AK240; the X7 seemed to have much more details and not at dark.
 
So I might go back to the Fiio X7, but figured I'd consider other options first. Is there something else in the Astell & Kern line that is more analytical in sound signature?
 
Must have balanced output and at least 128gb internal storage...
 
Thanks!

I have had similar experiences with AK DAPs. The breakthrough is AK380 with the AK Amp. The Amp brings the clarity back. However, this adds considerable cost and size. You may want to wait to try out the new AK KANN that is is basically and AK DAP with the Amp built in - all for only $1000. It's also a little bulky. I can also tell you that Onkyo DP-X1 also sounds dark and muddy with the Laylas. On the cheaper alternative, the AudioQuest Dragon Fly Red pairs well with Layla and works with your smartphone.

 

[longbowbbs]

  Can anyone recommend a DAP to use with my Laylas? I just recently got an Astell & Kern AK240 player, and it sounded way too dark for my tastes. I tend to like more analytical/detail sound signatures than warmth. So I found the AK240 to be dark and lacking in detail. I actually preferred the Fiio X7 I used to have to the AK240; the X7 seemed to have much more details and not at dark.
 
So I might go back to the Fiio X7, but figured I'd consider other options first. Is there something else in the Astell & Kern line that is more analytical in sound signature?
 
Must have balanced output and at least 128gb internal storage...
 
Thanks!

The Layla's work great with the Questyle Audio QP1r DAP. 

 

[bvng3540]

The Layla's work great with the Questyle Audio QP1r DAP. 

Layla pair best with the Sony wm1z on 4.4mm balanced

 

[Skint]

Can anyone recommend a DAP to use with my Laylas? I just recently got an Astell & Kern AK240 player, and it sounded way too dark for my tastes. I tend to like more analytical/detail sound signatures than warmth. So I found the AK240 to be dark and lacking in detail. I actually preferred the Fiio X7 I used to have to the AK240; the X7 seemed to have much more details and not at dark.

So I might go back to the Fiio X7, but figured I'd consider other options first. Is there something else in the Astell & Kern line that is more analytical in sound signature?

Must have balanced output and at least 128gb internal storage...

Thanks!

I would check out cowon plenue S or the new P2. Battery life aint great but you can get any sound sig you want with a great UI.

 

[salavat]

Have you tried Layla balanced with DX200?

 

[Smousesme]

That auction is for Roxanne II and not Layla

I know mate, it's just I've found more Layla's in the condition I've explained. I was also on this thread when I thought about asking.

Anyway, the seller has now stated on the eBay page that returns are accepted. I've left the same offer as I did in the previous listing, pretty sure I'll be joining the siren series club (which I didn't believe I'd do)

 

[LouisArmstrong]

Does the Lola really beat the Layla in terms of general SQ?

 

[Hangyu Xu]

Hello everybody! Just got my custom Layla today! Thanks to JH Audio artist relations Michael Licata, I got this CIEM of a great deal within 4 days from Orlando lab to Vegas! Unbelievable! 

 
I also has an universal Roxanne II which fit great but looks big of shell. This custom Layla fits better with looking perfect to my ear! Sound is really amazing and I'll try to get more impression and share with you guys later!! 
 
And there are some problems of my macbook to upload the pictures, I'll try to figure it out soon!!

 

[etteoh]

 

Hello everybody! Just got my custom Layla today! Thanks to JH Audio artist relations Michael Licata, I got this CIEM of a great deal within 4 days from Orlando lab to Vegas! Unbelievable! 

 
I also has an universal Roxanne II which fit great but looks big of shell. This custom Layla fits better with looking perfect to my ear! Sound is really amazing and I'll try to get more impression and share with you guys later!! 
 
And there are some problems of my macbook to upload the pictures, I'll try to figure it out soon!!

 
Welcome to the club! I am sure you will have many amazing moments with the Layla. 

 

[JeremyLaurenson]

JHA Custom Linum Bax cable hybrid.

So, an SVP in my company (on my urging for years) bought his first CIEM from JHAudio. Going in I knew he'd hate the thick cable, but being able to dial in his own bass level would avoid also having the wrong signature (as a bague general rule)

Short story, he got a pair of JHA13ProV2s and I just got to 95% done on making him a set of cables dialed in with 47.5Ohm resistors for almost exactly the bass he likes (a little over 12 o clock):

I tested before closing them up, and right now the epoxy I injected into them is curing.

Cross fingers:

 

[JeremyLaurenson]

 

[JeremyLaurenson]

Well, the tolerances in the aftermarket connectors could be better in terms of pins, so I had to manhandle them...

 

[Bastianpp]

someone havethe ibasso it03 and Layla i?, can compared size please..
The maximun size can permite my ear is of it03.
Here is a pic of fit: http://imgur.com/lQRUcxb
And how the it03 fit to me, the explanation is here: http://imgur.com/KZywm2n
Thanks

 

[bflat]

Well here's an interesting update. Out of blue, my ears started having allergic reaction to silicon. This is after 5+ years of using IEMs with silicon tips without issue. It's pretty bad - ear canals swell up and lymphatic liquid starts seeping inside my ears. Tried this a couple times in the past 2 months and different silicon tips and different IEMs all caused the same allergic reaction.

I was about to sell off my universals for customs but thought I would try foam tips. As luck would have it, no issues with foam. I admit I was not a fan of foam due to the extra steps to use and short life compared to silicon. I ended up using Comply 500 Comfort tips without the ear wax guard. Once I watched the videos and some practice, it's pretty easy to put in my ears and I must say - a lot more comfortable than silicon. Sound about the same as the Spiral Tips I was using before but a little less mid bass I think.

Really strange turn of events but glad I don't have to shell out the dollars for customs.

Update - after a full week with foam tips, I am a convert! Trick is to hold the IEM in place after insertion for about 20 sec for the foam to fully expand. Yes, it's clearly stated in the instructions but who reads instructions LOL?