[Tuneslover]

Hopefully, a new Loki in Jot form factor would also match Jot build quality...
I own the Loki Mini, and I am NOT impressed by Schiit QC / build quality. Every knob is at different length
That is NOT the first Schiit product I own, but definitely the schittiest build quality / quality control...
I did contact Schiit, BTW, and their response is that as far as they're concerned - nothing is wrong with it (I did attach photos that clearly show the visual eye sore issue).

I too think the improperly placed control buttons looks terrible from a QC standpoint. I was hoping that bringing this to their attention in Head-fi would get them to correct this. However I did purchase a Loki last month and my knobs do click into the default position reasonably close to the centre top of the knobs, not perfect but semi acceptable. From a functional standpoint however I do like this little thing. I would be interested in a Bimby/Jot sized unit if there is one in the works.

 

[Tuneslover]

It does look quite unsightly.

So much so that I can't even see any blemish.

 

[decodm]

So much so that I can't even see any blemish.

Huh?

 

[trellus]

Here is a top-view that shows my cosmetic dissatisfaction:

Spoiler

I know it is NOT a huge deal, but many (most?) of us are a little OCD / perfectionist in this hobby...

Oh my, that looks sloppy as hell, and you’ve sent that pic to Schiit?

 

[Tuneslover]

Huh?

LOL! I don't see any blemish. Where is it?

 

[decodm]

LOL! I don't see any blemish. Where is it?

Come on, you're just pulling my leg, now...

 

[Tuneslover]

Come on, you're just pulling my leg, now...

Nope, specify what it is that I'm missing.

 

[Raptor34]

Hopefully, a new Loki in Jot form factor would also match Jot build quality...
I own the Loki Mini, and I am NOT impressed by Schiit QC / build quality. Every knob is at different length
That is NOT the first Schiit product I own, but definitely the schittiest build quality / quality control...
I did contact Schiit, BTW, and their response is that as far as they're concerned - nothing is wrong with it (I did attach photos that clearly show the visual eye sore issue).

I really wish you hadn't Shanghaied my post.

 

[Left Channel]

 

[omniweltall]

Here is a top-view that shows my cosmetic dissatisfaction:



I know it is NOT a huge deal, but many (most?) of us are a little OCD / perfectionist in this hobby...

Cant blame you. Even i cant stand looking at it. And i have average OCD.

I actually went to my audio shop yesterday and picked & chose my Loki. The 1st Loki they gave me had off-centered knobs. This one is perfect.

 

[Zachik]

Oh my, that looks sloppy as hell, and you’ve sent that pic to Schiit?

Yup - sent that EXACT photo to Schiit. Their response (this time quoted from the e-mail they sent me after 2+ weeks of no response, although Christmas was in the middle):
"I'm sorry but the volume knobs fall under our range of what is normal and acceptable for the Loki. It is not eligible for an exchange."

My translation: Loki is inexpensive, so when you buy cheap - do not expect high quality.

My personal opinion is Schiit should charge a little more, and use that money for better knobs and better QC. People that pay $149 would pay $169 for better quality!

 

[trellus]

Yup - sent that EXACT photo to Schiit. Their response (this time quoted from the e-mail they sent me after 2+ weeks of no response, although Christmas was in the middle):
"I'm sorry but the volume knobs fall under our range of what is normal and acceptable for the Loki. It is not eligible for an exchange."

My translation: Loki is inexpensive, so when you buy cheap - do not expect high quality.

My personal opinion is Schiit should charge a little more, and use that money for better knobs and better QC. People that pay $149 would pay $169 for better quality!

And I'm guessing by the time you sent that pic, it must have been past the 15-day return-for-any reason (after 15% restocking fee, though) period? :-/

 

[Zachik]

And I'm guessing by the time you sent that pic, it must have been past the 15-day return-for-any reason (after 15% restocking fee, though) period? :-/

Actually, no. But by the time they answered - it was past the 21-day mark...

Anyhow - good news!
Since pushing the knobs in did not work - I tried a suggestion by @technobear :
First, I pulled all 4 knobs out a little bit, then pushed all 4 together against my desktop surface. Bingo! Now all 4 are at the same length. I should have come up with that solution myself!
Still wish the knobs were of better quality... hopefully Schiit is listening, and will come up with much better knobs for next (Jot / Bimby sized) Loki.

 

[Alcophone]

Actually, no. But by the time they answered - it was past the 21-day mark...

Anyhow - good news!
Since pushing the knobs in did not work - I tried a suggestion by @technobear :
First, I pulled all 4 knobs out a little bit, then pushed all 4 together against my desktop surface. Bingo! Now all 4 are at the same length. I should have come up with that solution myself!
Still wish the knobs were of better quality... hopefully Schiit is listening, and will come up with much better knobs for next (Jot / Bimby sized) Loki.

Nice! Maybe you can insert some spacers into the knobs that go in further, to more permanently align them.

 

[Zachik]

Nice! Maybe you can insert some spacers into the knobs that go in further, to more permanently align them.

I seriously doubt it would move. Needed to apply a little bit of force to pull them out / push back in.
I think I am good now