[musicday]

I just got the W2 last night. I am pretty impressed with it thus far, but the knowledge that everything sent from my iPhone 8 plus is in 32 bits is driving me crazy. I'm going to assume that there isn't a way to "force" the W2 to play in 16 or 24 bits. So, would anyone know how to force 16 or 24 bits on iOS as you do with the Audio MIDI Setup application on macOS?

Kind of like this:

Just enjoy the beautiful sound and don't look at the screen if it bothers you.

 

[Syracuse]

Search about it in the IE900-thread. I know somebody wrote it was a really good pairing.

I was the one asking about the pairing in the IE 900 thread. The IE 900 is something else, sounds absolutely wonderful on my Mojopoly + Vorzüge stack. I'm getting the W2 in this week, I'll try to give some impressions after some testing.

 

[vanez1985]

Mesmerized by this album, it truly makes W2 shine with its great layering and careful attention to details, sounding well above its price tag.
Pure listening pleasure

 

[Syracuse]

 

[Syracuse]

Very preliminary impressions on the W2 in normal EQ, NOS, Tune 1, high gain, SDF normal on pentaconn 4.4 connector with IE 900. I tried Tune 2 as recommended by Soundblast 75 but didn't like it that much.

Well, I only have my Mojo and Vorzüge to compare it with (single ended) after testing 10 songs on UAPP bit perfect mode with Tidal. This thing sounds incredible, beautiful stage with loads of detail, excellent separation and imaging, rock solid bass. I'm still getting used to the sound as it is more neutral than I'm used to.

 

[drummguy26]

So I must say, for people that have external amps, definitely give it a try with the W2. I used my xCan with my W2 and it simply comes alive! The sound of the W2 alone is good, but I feel like it’s being held back by it’s built in amplifier. W2 -> xCan -> headphone of choice, sounds sooooo good!

 

[slair76116]

Very preliminary impressions on the W2 in normal EQ, NOS, Tune 1, high gain, SDF normal on pentaconn 4.4 connector with IE 900. I tried Tune 2 as recommended by Soundblast 75 but didn't like it that much.

Well, I only have my Mojo and Vorzüge to compare it with (single ended) after testing 10 songs on UAPP bit perfect mode with Tidal. This thing sounds incredible, beautiful stage with loads of detail, excellent separation and imaging, rock solid bass. I'm still getting used to the sound as it is more neutral than I'm used to.

Would you recommend this over the Chord Mojo which is over twice the price purely on SQ?

 

[Syracuse]

Would you recommend this over the Chord Mojo which is over twice the price purely on SQ?

Value wise, definitely. The mojo I only use as a DAC since the Vorzüge is used as amp. I think the Mojo is also really good value however I don't like the sound as much coming from the mojo directly, that's why I bought the amp. Together they shine in single ended, the Mojo's DAC section is killer imo for the price. I will have to restrain of comparisons atm. since the W2 is still too fresh.

 

[Babayagga]

I just downloaded the latest update for my W2 (V1.0.2.6). Has anyone else noticed that the volume went up? I was listening at 54 but had to lower it to 53. Am I going crazy?

 

[musicday]

The honeymoon is not over yet for me. The W2 is a joy to use and sounds really good.
One of the best audio purchase in a while.

 

[DeepTread]

Another reason why the W2 wins. Perfect fit in the EE case plus two extra adapter cables. Commuting sucks less now. Note the new ddhifi cable tucked in there.

 

[Xinlisupreme]

received today, it’s far better than stock cable, thanks guys!!
I’m listening Reecho Insects Awaken+W2+iPhone12 Pro Max+Tidal hifi

 

[Kiats]

The honeymoon is not over yet for me. The W2 is a joy to use and sounds really good.
One of the best audio purchase in a while.

Thanks to recommendation by @bluestorm1992 , I have a W2 on its way to me via Amazon. I suspect mine will be a small convenient workhorse traveling with me for work for some time to come. Along with a DAP of choice. I used to travel with 2 DAPs in case one dies on me. Now I am sure my carry on luggage will be a whole lot lighter.

 

[musicday]

Thanks to recommendation by @bluestorm1992 , I have a W2 on its way to me via Amazon. I suspect mine will be a small convenient workhorse traveling with me for work for some time to come. Along with a DAP of choice. I used to travel with 2 DAPs in case one dies on me. Now I am sure my carry on luggage will be a whole lot lighter.

Enjoy, the W2 is something special.

 

[Syracuse]

Would you recommend this over the Chord Mojo which is over twice the price purely on SQ?

I connected my NAS over network to UAPP today, playing every DSD file I have. The W2 has better separation and sounds cleaner as the mojo. Detail levels are at least equal imo. For this price it really looks like the W2 is a giant killer. I never expected it to be this good.