Much appreciated sir. I will await your impressions on the inputs, including one with the Singxer SU-1 into play.
I'm sure with everything they've done to optimize the PRO, they would do best in mind for the analog stage as well.
I had no clue designers go through such lengths to maximize end sound like that. That was very insightful indeed.
Impressive impressions.
One of the things I've felt lacking with the original X-Sabre was it's micro-detail and depth. It's fast hitting, but somewhat soft. After listening to it for the last year, I concluded that it didn't dig deep enough. More details were desired. To me, It didn't sound organic enough without a DDC. Vocals and instruments do lack character when comparing to a higher end DAC's like the Yggdrasil, but that's a given. Since it has offers i2S input, I can see more realism offered by bypassing the receiver conversion end which is nice of them to include.
Everything else however, this thing did great. A great piece of equipment that can be had for under $1,000. A jack of all trades. More than decent in every category.
Personally I still have a X-Sabre in hand. If this thing offers improved resolution and realism in a neat package, then it's definitely a must have. I can't wait to get my hands on one. I too will do a side by side comparison to the original X-Sabre.
From speculation, your photos show the X-Sabre PRO is longer in length for sure, but doesn't look any less in width compared to the standard X-Sabre. Now I fear the Singxer-SU1 is even wider and won't sit as nicely on top.
The website presents specifications as:
PRO : 300×218×45mm(L×W×H, including the protruding part
STANDARD: 205×260×48mm L×W×H(Including the protruding part)