[Whitigir]

Based on the interviews with the designers referenced earlier in this thread there probably wont be an app

You never known...the same as DAC usb function on wm1A/z Walkman Lol

 

[nc8000]

You never known...the same as DAC usb function on wm1A/z Walkman Lol

True but as far as I know they never said that there would not be usb dac

 

[NehPets]

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https://darko.audio/2018/09/ifa-2018-sony-launch-e8500-2-5kg-dmp-z1-walkman/

Interesting remarks about the superior sound quality of aluminium.

 

[Whitigir]

Interesting remarks about the superior sound quality of aluminium.

Yeah, and that is why WM1A is more expensive than WM1Z....oh...wait...DMP-Z1Z will run about 16k

 

[jwbrent]

Based on the interviews with the designers referenced earlier in this thread there probably wont be an app

Remotely controlling such a device is pretty standard fare, it would be a surprise if it turned out there is no way to do this.

My interest has waned since the only way to connect with RCA outs would be through using an external DAC. Yes, one could always use the 3.5mm output with the appropriate cable, but then you have a visual eyesore with the cable looping to the front, and with a compromised connection.

The initial appeal was an all in one solution as a source for my speaker system. I like the elegance of simplicity/minimalism. However, it is debatable that the digital section would perform as well as my Qutest DAC.

When Sony released the HAP-Z1ES four years ago to overall applause, I thought having a one box solution with file storage, DAC, and a preamp/UI would become quite popular, but other than Aurender and a few others, this hasn’t been the case. It seems using a computer with an external DAC and hard drive has become the standard for file based playback over a speaker system.

 

[nc8000]

Remotely controlling such a device is pretty standard fare, it would be a surprise if it turned out there is no way to do this.

My interest has waned since the only way to connect with RCA outs would be through using an external DAC. Yes, one could always use the 3.5mm output with the appropriate cable, but then you have a visual eyesore with the cable looping to the front, and with a compromised connection.

The initial appeal was an all in one solution as a source for my speaker system. I like the elegance of simplicity/minimalism. However, it is debatable that the digital section would perform as well as my Qutest DAC.

When Sony released the HAP-Z1ES four years ago to overall applause, I thought having a one box solution with file storage, DAC, and a preamp/UI would become quite popular, but other than Aurender and a few others, this hasn’t been the case. It seems using a computer with an external DAC and hard drive has become the standard for file based playback over a speaker system.

I know, I do it with my Auralic Aries Mini but from the interviews that have been referenced the Sony developers did not seem to understand why anybody would want to do that with this device

 

[Sp12er3]

I hear this one is made from the Walkman team rather than the TA desktop one. Which is why they really only cater to headphone in here, he said it exactly, "bringing the best sound to your bed" so he want it to be exactly that, transportable rather than desktop restricted.

One rep said, "if you want more connections, just get the TA-ZH1ES".

 

[purk]

I hear this one is made from the Walkman team rather than the TA desktop one. Which is why they really only cater to headphone in here, he said it exactly, "bringing the best sound to your bed" so he want it to be exactly that, transportable rather than desktop restricted.

One rep said, "if you want more connections, just get the TA-ZH1ES".

Well, in this case you can get four TA-ZH1ES(s) and one ZX300 for nearly the same price as one Z1.....one system for every room.

 

[PCheung]

Interesting remarks about the superior sound quality of aluminium.

The volume knob should be gold plated OFC, not aluminum if I didn't misunderstand the Japanese.

The body is aluminum though.

Maybe @nanaholic can confirm on this

 

[Redcarmoose]

Sony DMP-Z1 $8,000 USD Digital Music Player Unveiled


https://www.innerfidelity.com

 

[Xbmyc]

This certainly can be portable, you just have to hold it with both hands.
I mean it would just be like this.

 

[Whitigir]

This certainly can be portable, you just have to hold it with both hands.
I mean it would just be like this.

Roflmao, this guy is so serious on portable setup. He may be the inspiration of Sony DMP-Z1 and also the price is inspired by his hair cut . How in the hell do you listen to open back headphones on a subway ? That noises add musicality ?

 

[purk]

This certainly can be portable, you just have to hold it with both hands.
I mean it would just be like this.

All of that and he was rocking Grado? Open headphones in a noisy setting, really?

 

[Whitigir]

All of that and he was rocking Grado? Open headphones in a noisy setting, really?

Exactly my point LOL!

 

[Xbmyc]

Roflmao, this guy is so serious on portable setup. He may be the inspiration of Sony DMP-Z1 and also the price is inspired by his hair cut . How in the hell do you listen to open back headphones on a subway ? That noises add musicality ?

The hair cut is for less sound distortion from hair you know