[JML]

The Fiio Lt-L1 lightning to usb C cable is a good one. Cheaper than the Lotoo offering and better build quality.

I agree, but the Lightning housing of the FiiO is wider than the housing on the Lotoo, so it may not fit in the opening on some phone cases.

 

[PhenixS1970]

I agree, but the Lightning housing of the FiiO is wider than the housing on the Lotoo, so it may not fit in the opening on some phone cases.

That is true…didn’t consider that .

 

[jwbrent]

S2 just ordered. I’m getting the new iPhone SE on Tuesday to use with it.

 

[mvvRAZ]

Just saw the S2 has its own dedicated thread - been absolutely blown away by the sound quality ever since I got it a few days ago, here are my impressions:

https://www.head-fi.org/threads/razs-totl-review-and-rambles-thread.916021/page-222#post-16842746

 

[jwbrent]

Just saw the S2 has its own dedicated thread - been absolutely blown away by the sound quality ever since I got it a few days ago, here are my impressions:

https://www.head-fi.org/threads/razs-totl-review-and-rambles-thread.916021/page-222#post-16842746

I just received mine as well after previously owning the S1. The S2 and its cables are better designed to eliminate any RF noise, so I don’t have to use a choke/ferrite core as I did with the S1. I initially didn’t think the remote control feature would be something I would use much, but I was wrong.

 

[mvvRAZ]

I just received mine as well after previously owning the S1. The S2 and its cables are better designed to eliminate any RF noise, so I don’t have to use a choke/ferrite core as I did with the S1. I initially didn’t think the remote control feature would be something I would use much, but I was wrong.

Now that you say I just realized that I haven’t had any RF noise while using it in my pocket along with my phone… will update the impressions post to account for that; thanks!

 

[twister6]

S2 just ordered. I’m getting the new iPhone SE on Tuesday to use with it.

That's one of the advantages of S2, drawing less current from your phone (around 90mA), making it friendlier with iPhones in comparison to other dongles that draw over 120-130mA. Playback control button is also very useful since you don't have to tap/wake the display on your phone to pause or skip. And indeed, S2 features their v2 cable with upgraded shielding.

 

[jwbrent]

That's one of the advantages of S2, drawing less current from your phone (around 90mA), making it friendlier with iPhones in comparison to other dongles that draw over 120-130mA. Playback control button is also very useful since you don't have to tap/wake the display on your phone to pause or skip. And indeed, S2 features their v2 cable with upgraded shielding.

Yeah, I recall when you first posted about the S2 I questioned its value compared to the $100 less S1 and whether the remote function was useful to me; I’m glad I upgraded.

 

[HiFiHawaii808]

Yeah, I recall when you first posted about the S2 I questioned its value compared to the $100 less S1 and whether the remote function was useful to me; I’m glad I upgraded.

When I bought the S2, I had both the S1 and W2. Before I got the S2, my preferred dongle was the W2. Then, the S2 became my favorite dongle. Then, the RU6 came out and I decided I liked the RU6 even better than the S2. All 3 of the S2, W2 and RU6 are to me at the same level of quality of sound. It just depends on what sound attributes you prefer. I love the bass of the S2. I love the natural timbre and treble of the RU6.

 

[twister6]

When I bought the S2, I had both the S1 and W2. Before I got the S2, my preferred dongle was the W2. Then, the S2 became my favorite dongle. Then, the RU6 came out and I decided I liked the RU6 even better than the S2. All 3 of the S2, W2 and RU6 are to me at the same level of quality of sound. It just depends on what sound attributes you prefer. I love the bass of the S2. I love the natural timbre and treble of the RU6.

You wonna collect them all after reading my UA5 review? j/k... I need to catch up with a lot of other reviews in queue, have a huge backlog.

 

[HiFiHawaii808]

You wonna collect them all after reading my UA5 review? j/k... I need to catch up with a lot of other reviews in queue, have a huge backlog.

Out of site, out of mind. I haven't yet heard of UA5. It might be better that way. Last time you said I would like something, it cost me $3500.

 

[RPJ12]

Just saw the S2 has its own dedicated thread - been absolutely blown away by the sound quality ever since I got it a few days ago, here are my impressions:

https://www.head-fi.org/threads/razs-totl-review-and-rambles-thread.916021/page-222#post-16842746

Just got my set of 64 audio A12t and I got a dragonfly cobalt as well. They sound awesome! Is the S2 better than the cobalt? Is the RU6 better than both? The W2? Is there one that rules them all? I’d like to get one DAC dongle to go with my one set of CIEMs. This audio file stuff is nerve wracking and costly!!

 

[mvvRAZ]

Just got my set of 64 audio A12t and I got a dragonfly cobalt as well. They sound awesome! Is the S2 better than the cobalt? Is the RU6 better than both? The W2? Is there one that rules them all? I’d like to get one DAC dongle to go with my one set of CIEMs. This audio file stuff is nerve wracking and costly!!

I hated the W2, haven’t tried the RU6 but imo S2 >>> cobalt, yeah

 

[RPJ12]

I ordered a S2 and Hidizs S9 pro to compare and got this lightning adapter. Thoughts?

USB C DAC OTG Cable 0.5ft/15cm for iPhone/iPad/iPod Oxygen-free Copper Core, iOS15 to Type C Male Adaptor for Amplifier

Is there a better one anyone would recommend for a short usb c to lightning connector?

 

[mvvRAZ]

I ordered a S2 and Hidizs S9 pro to tear out and for this lightning adapter. Thoughts?

USB C DAC OTG Cable 0.5ft/15cm for iPhone/iPad/iPod Oxygen-free Copper Core, iOS15 to Type C Male Adaptor for Amplifier, Fiio BTR 5 Q3S BTR3K, qudelix 5k, xd-05 Plus, HIDIZS S9 PRO, Shanling UA2 13Pro https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KLXYQDH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_D8GP57JCB8AYK9NZPD0S?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Is there a bette one anyone would recommend for a short usb c to lightning connector?

the link is not showing up for me, I have the DD hifi one, it’s angled and works very well for me - much fewer disconnects than the stock one, but IIRC they were a bit expensive, close to 20 euros each maybe