Official Audio-gd Sparrow thread

[Crazy*Carl]

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Crazy'Carl, no one really knows just how many bits are required to cross the threshold of audibility (conscious or unconscious), but to be safe, we can take easy, cost-free precautions to preserve all the bits.
 
 
 
http://www.head-fi.org/forum/thread/221237/asio4all-explanation

 
Yes, it comes down to the whole goal here at head-fi.  There are truthes then there are unknowns (or highly subjective things).  I tend to be more of a skeptic when it comes to many things here, but that's just me
 

 

[miyinan]

@les_garten: Thanks again for your info. I'll check into that
@haloxt: Thanks. I think I am currently using foobar WASAPI output to my uDac and it works fine. I will see how it work with the Sparrow when I get it.

 

[nManJofo]

Any news about availability of USB version?

 

[LarsMonsen]

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Any news about availability of USB version?

 
I ordered my sparrow basic usb version one week ago and got a tracking number today. Not sure if they're out of stock now though? (they informed about the problem before I ordered mine)

 

[miyinan]

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I just got my Sparrow in this morning. 
 
First Impressions:
Good detail, but what I really notice difference is BIG soundstage.
Great unit and build
Tons of power
 
I also used to have a EF2 and to me it sounded the same as my computers onboard.
Sparrow better unit and value.  Much more impressions to come later.

Crazy*Carl, what version did you get? A or Basic? Trying to decide between them and thinking I am gonna just go with whichever come in stock first...Actually, I have a pair of HD580s too. Do you mind sharing some thoughts on this combination?
 
Thanks

 

[Crazy*Carl]

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Crazy*Carl, what version did you get? A or Basic? Trying to decide between them and thinking I am gonna just go with whichever come in stock first...Actually, I have a pair of HD580s too. Do you mind sharing some thoughts on this combination?
 
Thanks

I got the Basic without USB.  I am running it through the S/PDIF optical out on my desktop computer.
Its a good unit.  Neutral, powerful, detailed. What I notice most is the soundstage. I doubt there is anything better for the price, or maybe even double the price.
 
I plan on giving a more detailed review in the future when I get more used to it.

 

[Ypoknons]

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I doubt there is anything better for the price, or maybe even double the price.

You gonna backup that twice the price claim? 

 

[Crazy*Carl]

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You gonna backup that twice the price claim? 

That's why I said "maybe"
 

 

[Currawong]

Carl: It might be an idea, for the sake of Head-fi, to not make wild claims about gear.  It's good though if you can write about how it compares to other gear you have on hand, as people will be very interested. 

 

[miyinan]

I just ordered my Sparrow as a b-day gift for myself. Kingwa said that it was the last usb unit they had in stock. Lucky me? It was a basic version. He also said that there would be more in stock in about 2 weeks, but I didn't wait cuz he said the difference between A and Basic would be hardly noticeable via usb and stock cable. And I will not have my b-day again after 2 weeks, will I?
 
Anyways, I will post some impression after I get it. Exciting!
 

 

[Crazy*Carl]

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Carl: It might be an idea, for the sake of Head-fi, to not make wild claims about gear.  It's good though if you can write about how it compares to other gear you have on hand, as people will be very interested. 

I am not making wild claims, I said maybe for a specific reason of not getting myself into a hole, which apparently didn't work.
 
This website is the epitome of wild claims.  After all, there are people buying and recommending 300 dollar headphone cables and $2000 DACs.  Go tell them not to make wild claims.

 

[Ypoknons]

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This website is the epitome of wild claims.  After all, there are people buying and recommending 300 dollar headphone cables and $2000 DACs.  Go tell them not to make wild claims.

So don't you do the same. You made the claim, Curra and I cautioned you, don't make drama out of it. As for your swipe at high-end DAC and cables, if you want to criticize them do so in the appropriate forum, where they can respond. 

 

[miyinan]

Wow...easy guys...This forum is full of all kinds of "comparisons" and "impressions" and like you said "wild claims". I guess it is the nature of these audio stuffs. They are just subjective. It doesn't hurt to read them but needs to take with a grain of salt. That's it. This is just my 2cents.
 
Should we make this official thread for the Sparrow anyway? (Change the name of course

 

[Crazy*Carl]

Yes, official sparrow thread.  I sent in an admin request.
 
Update: Changed!

 

[numbskull]

Any problems driving IEMs with sparrow? Like damaging the drivers. I ask this because i plan to use it with my UM3X for now, while i am still researching for a full sized can.