[dskelto]

I don't see why not...
Since the V10 already has the Sabre 32 bit DAC and Amp already built in...why would you "need" to go external?

Maybe to connect a mojo in the future. So there are no reported issues yet for the usb dac amp function? Or no one has tried yet?[/quote] I am able to connect my V10 to my fiio e18 with no problems.

 

[Zankes]

I kinda thought that the idea of this phone was to get rid of those external dacs. It's such a pain to carry them around as they fit awkwardly in pocket. Maybe that is just me for being too casual

 

[gordec]

Wish I read this thread before switching to Verizon from ATT last month. I got the Note 5. Definitely would've gotten the V10. It had a $100 rebate from LG along with the Verizon promotions. Sigh...

Sent from my SM-N920V using Tapatalk

 

[warrior1975]

I was reading rumors about the LG G5, looks pretty promising. One thing, is the "magic port", or some nonsense. Rumored to be a slot where you can change the battery and/or add an external amp. I may take the jump if that is something that will improve the sound. If not, I'll go back to Sammy as it appears they are bringing back expandable storage, and hoping for removable battery. I'd love to go back to the Note series, especially if it has a hifi DAC.

http://www.pocket-lint.com/news/136588-lg-g5-vs-lg-g4-what-s-the-rumoured-difference

 

[stefanolandesca]

I was reading rumors about the LG G5, looks pretty promising. One thing, is the "magic port", or some nonsense. Rumored to be a slot where you can change the battery and/or add an external amp. I may take the jump if that is something that will improve the sound. If not, I'll go back to Sammy as it appears they are bringing back expandable storage, and hoping for removable battery. I'd love to go back to the Note series, especially if it has a hifi DAC.

http://www.pocket-lint.com/news/136588-lg-g5-vs-lg-g4-what-s-the-rumoured-difference

Any idea when is g5 coming out?

 

[warrior1975]

Should have more info, Feb 21st, but the consensus is March for release.

 

[stefanolandesca]

Very nice. I'll bide my time then. Will it implement the same ess dac like the v10?

 

[warrior1975]

I believe so.

 

[Blurry]

Question: I recently got the AKG K271 mkii for around 80usd and paired with the V10 sounds amazing. I usisally listen between 30-55 volume. So I was wondering if I would gain any SQ if i added an amp, say the e11k

 

[jasonb]

Question: I recently got the AKG K271 mkii for around 80usd and paired with the V10 sounds amazing. I usisally listen between 30-55 volume. So I was wondering if I would gain any SQ if i added an amp, say the e11k

I doubt it. The E11 should have more power, but it doesn't seem like you need it.

 

[santigut123]

Has anyone tried the v10 with the he 400i?

 

[Blurry]

I doubt it. The E11 should have more power, but it doesn't seem like you need it.

 
My colleague happened to have his E11 with him today so I did a bit of testing (V10, E11, AKG K271).
 
I tested several tracks all 24bit 48KHZ (Hotel California, Halestorm - Love Bites, Distant Worlds - Dancing Mad) and here's what I noticed. Please take it with a grain of salt as i'm no audiophile and sorry if I used any terms incorrectly.
 
With the E11

1. I felt a greater sound stage, airier and wider
2. The background ambiance was a bit more present at the same listening level (From the first minute of Hotel California)
3. Had more present bass, but not overwhelming
4. Louder at a similar listening level. What I mean is, at a similar volume, more detail was brought out to provide better balance, like the background becoming more present

 
I did feel better to my ears with the E11, but not sure if it justifies me to purchasing an Amp for the V10. The newer E11k runs for between 60 - 70 USD here shipped.
 
Dilemma, dilemma, dilemma

 

[ehjie]

   
My colleague happened to have his E11 with him today so I did a bit of testing (V10, E11, AKG K271).
 
I tested several tracks all 24bit 48KHZ (Hotel California, Halestorm - Love Bites, Distant Worlds - Dancing Mad) and here's what I noticed. Please take it with a grain of salt as i'm no audiophile and sorry if I used any terms incorrectly.
 
With the E11

1. I felt a greater sound stage, airier and wider
2. The background ambiance was a bit more present at the same listening level (From the first minute of Hotel California)
3. Had more present bass, but not overwhelming
4. Louder at a similar listening level. What I mean is, at a similar volume, more detail was brought out to provide better balance, like the background becoming more present

 
I did feel better to my ears with the E11, but not sure if it justifies me to purchasing an Amp for the V10. The newer E11k runs for between 60 - 70 USD here shipped.
 
Dilemma, dilemma, dilemma

... I better try my E12 on this and use the v10 as a ''transport'' only. I must admit, really surprised by this observation.... Do you have Peter Gabriel's So? Talk Talk's A colour of spring? We compare notes... cheers

 

[Blurry]

... I better try my E12 on this and use the v10 as a ''transport'' only. I must admit, really surprised by this observation.... Do you have Peter Gabriel's So? Talk Talk's A colour of spring? We compare notes... cheers

Unfortunately I do not have either of thosr songs and have returned the e11 to my colleague. Though let me know your findings.

 

[jasonb]

So, it seems that poweramp alpha drains the battery a lot quicker than the stock music app. or Tidal. Ill test more tonight or tomorrow, but this seems to be the case.