[dgjl]

Sorry if this has been answered before (190 pages )

I'd like to know how the 3.5mm port on the W2 stack up to its 4.4mm? Is the jump very significant?

And how did it's 3.5mm port SQ of W2 relative to other usb dac (that only have 3.5) such as ibasso dc03, apple dongle, or meizu hifi pro?

Thanks!

Most think 4.4 is better, though not my experience. Depends on what you're driving - some iems sound better with 3.5.
There's no comparison with the ibasso, etc. The W2 sound is better in every single way - though battery life not do good (mileage may vary...).

 

[vanez1985]

I just ordered this FIIO one from Penon. I'll update here once I receive and try it out.
https://penonaudio.com/fiio-lt-tc1.html?search=FiiO LT-TC1

I had this one before replacing it with DD: a bit too long, quite stiff, no strain relief, USB connector on the phone side got completely broken in a few months

 

[DeepTread]

I've had the W2 for a few days now. I'm using this to drive my EE Valkyrie MKIIs, source is AmazonHD via iPhone 12 Pro max . I have a ddhifi cable on the way. I'm using the included 3.5mm cables and have a second 4.4mm on the way as well.

I find it hard to believe how this device improves an impeccable set of IEMs. I purchased the Valks as the majority of my preference is bass heavy, say 90% and these fit the bill. With the W2, I find the Valks can now be used for 100% of my preference. I can't quite yet put my finger on it, but subjectively I feel the W2 adds a touch of spaciousness around the mids without sacrificing the outstanding bass of the Valks. I'm running the OOTB stock config and will now start to experiment with settings advised in this forum and elsewhere.

 

[jwilliamhurst]

I've had the W2 for a few days now. I'm using this to drive my EE Valkyrie MKIIs, source is AmazonHD via iPhone 12 Pro max . I have a ddhifi cable on the way. I'm using the included 3.5mm cables and have a second 4.4mm on the way as well.

I find it hard to believe how this device improves an impeccable set of IEMs. I purchased the Valks as the majority of my preference is bass heavy, say 90% and these fit the bill. With the W2, I find the Valks can now be used for 100% of my preference. I can't quite yet put my finger on it, but subjectively I feel the W2 adds a touch of spaciousness around the mids without sacrificing the outstanding bass of the Valks. I'm running the OOTB stock config and will now start to experiment with settings advised in this forum and elsewhere.

May I ask which gain setting and max volume?

 

[DeepTread]

May I ask which gain setting and max volume?

My current settings:

EQ: Normal
SDF: Normal
Gain: Low
FLT: LL Slow
W2 vol is: 75
iPhone vol is max

One of my non-EDM test songs is Mr Blue Sky given the range of electronics, vocals and instruments. It sounds incredible.

 

[jwilliamhurst]

My current settings:

EQ: Normal
SDF: Normal
Gain: Low
FLT: LL Slow
W2 vol is: 75
iPhone vol is max

One of my non-EDM test songs is Mr Blue Sky given the range of electronics, vocals and instruments. It sounds incredible.

Thank you for sharing. I only ask because m iPhone XS Max I have to use high gain on vol 70….Are you using the stock lightning cable?
I’m hoping a buying the ddhifi cable will help with the dang iPhone voltage restrictions. High gain is not as enjoyable as low gain but low gain is too low :/

 

[DeepTread]

Thank you for sharing. I only ask because m iPhone XS Max I have to use high gain on vol 70….Are you using the stock lightning cable?
I’m hoping a buying the ddhifi cable will help with the dang iPhone voltage restrictions. High gain is not as enjoyable as low gain but low gain is too low :/

Yes, at the moment I'm using the lightning cable included with the W2. IIRC, it came default set to High Gain, which I felt was a bit harsh. After maxing out iPhone volume, switching to Low, it sounds perfect at between 72 and 75 vol on the W2. Do you have loudness protection enabled on your iPhone? I'm curious if iOS could be interfering somehow.

 

[malfario]

Any good usb c to usb c cables on the market under 15cm? I'm actually really struggling to find one that's pure silver or silver plated

Hey check out this one from Woo Audio, works great with my E1DA 9038s and Android phone.

https://wooaudio.com/accessories/wooaudio-usb-cable

 

[musicday]

Good news, the latest firmware for both W1/W2 is available to download now V1.0.2.6

http://www.luxuryprecision.net/xiazai/

Added IE800s SE846 tuning mode, asynchronous UAC connection mode, fixed the BUG of no sound after V1.0.2.2 version DSD switched tuning mode

EDIT : we need some help with the download link.

 

[snowy8171]

on my note 21 i can only control volume with the w2 with uapp. im guessing that by default?

 

[bluestorm1992]

Good news, the latest firmware for both W1/W2 is available to download now V1.0.2.6

http://www.luxuryprecision.net/xiazai/

Added IE800s SE846 tuning mode, asynchronous UAC connection mode, fixed the BUG of no sound after V1.0.2.2 version DSD switched tuning mode

EDIT : we need some help with the download link.

Great! Let me update the info to the OP.

 

[musicday]

Thank you

 

[bluestorm1992]

on my note 21 i can only control volume with the w2 with uapp. im guessing that by default?

You need to change the "HID KEY" setting on W2.

 

[bluestorm1992]

Thank you

I have updated the info and files linked to the OP. Please try and let me know if they work.

 

[musicday]

Yes they work perfectly. Already updated.
846 preset ads more bass but is very pleasant.