New TOL A&K DAP : the AK Ultima SP1000
Jul 4, 2018 at 5:27 PM Post #3,466 of 9,406
The color matters that much? I chose mine based on sound. And a case keeps most of the device covered anyway. I believe I read somewhere the Onyx is painted, but I can't find where I saw it. If it is, paint will wear/rub off.
 
Jul 4, 2018 at 5:29 PM Post #3,467 of 9,406
The color matters that much? I chose mine based on sound. And a case keeps most of the device covered anyway. I believe I read somewhere the Onyx is painted, but I can't find where I saw it. If it is, paint will wear/rub off.

Yeah as stupid as it is it’ll bug me for sure. :/ From what I’ve read I’d prefer the sound of the SS anyways.
 
Jul 4, 2018 at 5:59 PM Post #3,468 of 9,406
Dignis case is in stock for anyone who wants one. Also on the wear/ scratches it should be a non issue for any of the models since you can get a full coverage skin from healing shield. I have one on mine and it's fantastic.
 
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Jul 4, 2018 at 6:22 PM Post #3,469 of 9,406
I believe he means the fancy-dancy handmade case and I ordered one about an hour ago. Had been waiting for an update but thought I'd take a look just to see. Yep, back in stock for $158 USD.

I have a glass screen protector and a stock case on my SP1000 and no scratches on it. I was the 3rd owner of the 240SS I just sold and it was pristine as well. I assume if you shoved it in your pocket with your keys you could scratch it but who would do that?

The SP1000 SS is a bit brighter/less warm than is the CU version- at least that was my impression from a quick listen comparing the same 24/192 files on each. Not a giant difference, but to me noticeable. I love the insane detail with the SS.
 
Jul 4, 2018 at 9:51 PM Post #3,471 of 9,406
Copper + air = tarnish. Supposedly the SP1000 has a coating to prevent it, but in the long run.....

Yup, this. Even Lady Liberty herself didn't used to be green when she was new...
 
Jul 7, 2018 at 3:25 PM Post #3,472 of 9,406
I have installed Brotect screen guard for sp 1000.
The touch response is so much better than the stock ones.
Thanks @olddude
I am having difficulty in forwarding the song by dragging the progress line below the artwork with or without screen guard.
I guess my fingertips are too thick to accurately drag the progress bar.
There should be some kind of dot on that line that helps recognise the fingertip.
It is there on kann.
Anyone facing the same problem?
@JasonNYC
 
Jul 7, 2018 at 5:00 PM Post #3,473 of 9,406
The scroll bar can be touchy. I find it easier once the song has been playing for 10-15 seconds to "grab" it. I use the flat of my finger when I slide it over, rather than the tip, if that helps. And good steady pressure across the flat part helps as well.
 
Jul 12, 2018 at 10:05 AM Post #3,474 of 9,406
(Solved) Question for using AK Connect App... excuse me if this is the wrong place.

Is there any way to have it sort on track number rather then alphabetically? I also use 8Player which has that option but I like AK Connect's ability to select Tidal as a source.

Browse by folders not artists and all is well.
 
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Jul 16, 2018 at 3:23 PM Post #3,476 of 9,406
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Jul 16, 2018 at 6:42 PM Post #3,478 of 9,406
How? Is there some manual that explain how this works?
Your phone and SP1000 must be on the same Wi-Fi network and AK Connect must be turned on in the menu.

If you are looking to play music located on your SP1000 through the SP1000, in the AK Connect App, you would Library (source of music) as SP1000 and Speaker (output device) as SP1000. You can then use the AK Connect App to scroll through the music on your SP1000, select and play tracks.

If you select Tidal as the Library and SP1000 as speaker, you can then use the AK Connect app to select Tidal songs to play on your SP1000.
 
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Jul 17, 2018 at 1:58 AM Post #3,479 of 9,406
Your phone and SP1000 must be on the same Wi-Fi network and AK Connect must be turned on in the menu.

If you are looking to play music located on your SP1000 through the SP1000, in the AK Connect App, you would Library (source of music) as SP1000 and Speaker (output device) as SP1000. You can then use the AK Connect App to scroll through the music on your SP1000, select and play tracks.

If you select Tidal as the Library and SP1000 as speaker, you can then use the AK Connect app to select Tidal songs to play on your SP1000.
Thanks, I thought I could do it by blueTooth. I will try it like this this afternone.
 
Jul 18, 2018 at 8:21 AM Post #3,480 of 9,406

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