[Whitigir]

Did anyone’s DMP come with the USB cable and cleaning cloth?

It comes with exactly all of those shown in the picture

 

[Damz87]

It comes with exactly all of those shown in the picture

Thanks I had a blonde moment and didn’t realise where they were in the packaging

 

[Whitigir]

Thanks I had a blonde moment and didn’t realise where they were in the packaging

Congratulation!! About having DMP

 

[bg4bxp]

Anybody using DMP-Z1 as DAC, and connect it with an amplifier for the hifi speaker system at home?

Since DMP-Z1 has not line out, how to connect with speakers like Genelec G4/G5?

Thanks in advance!

 

[Whitigir]

Anybody using DMP-Z1 as DAC, and connect it with an amplifier for the hifi speaker system at home?

Since DMP-Z1 has not line out, how to connect with speakers like Genelec G4/G5?

Thanks in advance!

That is what I do

 

[bg4bxp]

That is what I do

Sounds great Whitigir. Can you share your operation with a picture or some? Thanks again

 

[roofus]

Yes, I believe mine did.

Mine did not come with the USB Cable. I can't remember whether or not it came with a cleaning cloth. It's not a big deal, because I have plenty of spares,but at this price point one expects to receive what was promised.

 

[roofus]

There’s a Vun Nuys case I think?

There are two models from Van Nuys. I bought one on eBay a while ago.

They are the VD983 and VD984. The VD983 is intended for "Desktop use" whereas the VD984 is for carryng. Both are expensive, but well-made. The VD983 is awkward to use and the removable velcro pieces always seem to be blocking the control knob or the inputs. The VD984 offers good protection and ease of carrying, but the DMP must be removed to use. $400-$550 US.

 

[roofus]

Anybody using DMP-Z1 as DAC, and connect it with an amplifier for the hifi speaker system at home?

Since DMP-Z1 has not line out, how to connect with speakers like Genelec G4/G5?

Thanks in advance!

I play the DMP-Z1 through a Linn Kiko system on my desktop and also a Stax SRM8000/009S combo. Works very well from both the balanced and unbalanced outputs. They work just like a "Line Out."
I am not sure whether the balanced or unbalanced configuration sounds better. Also, I am not sure if it is better to control the volume from the DMP-Z1 or from the amp. I am still listening and comparing.
With the balanced connection to the Stax headphone amp, I detect a small amount of hum which is not present in the unbalanced configuration. I am trying different patch cords and grounding methods to see if it can be eliminated.

 

[bg4bxp]

I play the DMP-Z1 through a Linn Kiko system on my desktop and also a Stax SRM8000/009S combo. Works very well from both the balanced and unbalanced outputs. They work just like a "Line Out."
I am not sure whether the balanced or unbalanced configuration sounds better. Also, I am not sure if it is better to control the volume from the DMP-Z1 or from the amp. I am still listening and comparing.
With the balanced connection to the Stax headphone amp, I detect a small amount of hum which is not present in the unbalanced configuration. I am trying different patch cords and grounding methods to see if it can be eliminated.

Thanks Roofus for your sharing.

I will have a try from my end in Shanghai.

Have a nice day in Canada.

Cheers,

Arthur

 

[newworld666]

Has anybody tried this DMP-Z1 with a Heddphone ?

It looks like power available is falling quite short to move deeply enough an Heddphone => 1500mW@16 ohms is probably sufficient for almost all of usual headphones, but probably not enough in my case. For some DSD 64 or 128, it's definitely not sufficient.

But ... I couldn't find anywhere on the web, if peak output voltage could climb much higher than the 5V used for the 1500mw at 16 Ohms and reach 15V or 18V for some low frequency detailed impacts...which should be sufficient.

So if somebody could try this setup, it would be nice to share some info.

 

[Whitigir]

Sounds great Whitigir. Can you share your operation with a picture or some? Thanks again

Here is my set up, Low gain and maxed out volume with 4.4. balanced phone out into XLR dual into my Amp

 

[Facta]

Any Android or semi-Android or Android-based portable/transportable DAP that is anywhere close to 90% of DMP-Z1's sonic satisfaction? 1Z is a bit too old now. I see DX220-Max but not many reviews out there.

 

[Whitigir]

DMP-Z1 is expensive, and that it is for a reason. I am not sure if you can find anything even remotely close to the engineering aspects of it, let alone the pricing or even 90% performances.

the only thing the DMP Z1 is lacking is just the official line out. However, using the 4.4 phones out into external amp is still very satisfying

 

[bg4bxp]

Here is my set up, Low gain and maxed out volume with 4.4. balanced phone out into XLR dual into my Amp

What a nice share! Thanks for the update Whitigir What's your AM model? And is it connected with speakers? If so, what's your speakers model?