New TOL A&K DAP : the AK Ultima SP1000
Dec 11, 2017 at 8:09 PM Post #2,431 of 9,406
The lock function only locks the touchscreen. It does not lock the physical buttons - play/pause, previous track, next track and volume control.

I am not sure if lock has anything to do with touch screen. When it's locked, I can still operate the touch screen and when the screen's shut off, I cannot bring it back using touch screen. Only wheel button can. According to Iriver tech, lock feature only disables the volume control (by wheel button) only when the screen's off. That's is what I am experiencing unless my unit's bad.
 
Dec 12, 2017 at 9:54 AM Post #2,433 of 9,406
The lock function only locks the touchscreen. It does not lock the physical buttons - play/pause, previous track, next track and volume control.

Hey Jason,
Could you please tell me how to find the best line out voltage settings with the Sp1000 when I want to connect it to a portable amp?
Thanks.
 
Dec 12, 2017 at 12:14 PM Post #2,434 of 9,406
Hey Jason,
Could you please tell me how to find the best line out voltage settings with the Sp1000 when I want to connect it to a portable amp?
Thanks.

You will get a better answer from the amp maker.
 
Dec 12, 2017 at 1:46 PM Post #2,435 of 9,406
You will get a better answer from the amp maker.

....and that´s why I´ve contacted Ken Ball. He already gave me an excellent explanation on how to find the best voltage output for each of my iems and my ALO CDM.
 
Dec 12, 2017 at 2:10 PM Post #2,436 of 9,406
....and that´s why I´ve contacted Ken Ball. He already gave me an excellent explanation on how to find the best voltage output for each of my iems and my ALO CDM.

So is your question then how you dial up the exact voltage output of the AK1000? The fixed options are 0.7, 1.0, 1.25, and 2V in setup.
 
Dec 13, 2017 at 12:47 AM Post #2,437 of 9,406
So is your question then how you dial up the exact voltage output of the AK1000? The fixed options are 0.7, 1.0, 1.25, and 2V in setup.

Ken explained to me, that my CDM amp doesn´t care which voltage I´m using, but my iems do! The reason I´ve rather disliked the sound of my SP1000Cu so far was, because I´ve set the voltage way too high (1.25V), so what I´ve heard was mild distortion of my iems! So, I´ve followed Ken´s advice and set the voltage out at 0.7V, and now I´m in love again with the sound of my Ultima Dap! Thank God, I didn´t sell it.......
Thanks so much, Ken!!!
 
Dec 13, 2017 at 12:57 AM Post #2,438 of 9,406
I've already liquidated my wm1z but still have wm1a and between 1a and sp1000 the SQ difference is monumental.
There's no comparison between these two devices. Would there be a vast improvement in SQ using 2.5mm balanced over 3.5mm?
 
Dec 13, 2017 at 2:28 AM Post #2,439 of 9,406
I've already liquidated my wm1z but still have wm1a and between 1a and sp1000 the SQ difference is monumental.
There's no comparison between these two devices. Would there be a vast improvement in SQ using 2.5mm balanced over 3.5mm?

The 3.5mm on the wm1a is not as good as the 4.4 balanced. As the circuit and the number of the capacitor on it are not as good as the 4.4. You can only unleash the full potential with the 4.4 on the wm1a.

2.5mm vs 3.5mm on the SP1000 I think depends on the what earphone you are currently using. 2.5mm may give a quiet and darker background.
 
Dec 13, 2017 at 2:31 AM Post #2,440 of 9,406
My Van Nuys case arrives. Great case, it does work as advertised. Slimer than my previous belt case. The only con is the price. But I guess it is not a problem for me since I have already bought the SP1000..... The Van nuys case can accommodate the SP1000 together with a stock case/ Dignis case. At the same time providing access to the side IOs and volume nob. There is also a opening at the bottom for the charging port.
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Dec 13, 2017 at 9:23 AM Post #2,442 of 9,406
My Van Nuys case arrives. Great case, it does work as advertised. Slimer than my previous belt case. The only con is the price. But I guess it is not a problem for me since I have already bought the SP1000..... The Van nuys case can accommodate the SP1000 together with a stock case/ Dignis case. At the same time providing access to the side IOs and volume nob. There is also a opening at the bottom for the charging port.


How much is it?
 
Dec 13, 2017 at 5:24 PM Post #2,445 of 9,406
Tidal subscription, appears Tidal may only be around another 6 months
What would AK do for us that also enjoy high res streaming

Don’t waste time on speculations, I’m definitely enjoy their student discount for HiFi sound.
 

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