[orskar]

Sorry, when you say you change sources, have you tried a direct wired connection, i.e. headphones connected directly to laptop with no bluetooth in the loop? When you are using bluetooth, have you tried changing the codec in the developer settings of an Android phone?

Yes, tried wired via usb to my laptop as well as using bluetooth. On the android phone, I did try changing the codecs around via developer tools (tried different bluetooth versions, aptx and ldac, etc)

Also tried changing every setting in the app just in case but the issue is still there.

 

[rkw]

Yes, tried wired via usb to my laptop as well as using bluetooth. On the android phone, I did try changing the codecs around via developer tools (tried different bluetooth versions, aptx and ldac, etc)

Also tried changing every setting in the app just in case but the issue is still there.

Try a factory reset.

 

[klaberte]

Yes, tried wired via usb to my laptop as well as using bluetooth. On the android phone, I did try changing the codecs around via developer tools (tried different bluetooth versions, aptx and ldac, etc)

Also tried changing every setting in the app just in case but the issue is still there.

Is the issue with the source file? Perhaps what you are hearing is supposed to be there.

 

[moisespr123]

Anyone noticing a difference in quality when HD Jitter Cleaner is turned off? It may be me, but with the HD Jitter Cleaner off, the sound is better to me...

 

[orskar]

Try a factory reset.

Both "soft" (in app) and hard factory resets didn't fix it.

Is the issue with the source file? Perhaps what you are hearing is supposed to be there.

I initially wrote it off as that but it happens across a range of tracks, varying in how noticeable it is. It's the sort of sound I figure might be weirdly there in some electronic stuff I have but not something I'd expect in the jazz or even the metal I listen to (especially older stuff that wouldn't shove in hidden stuff like that). It definitely wasn't there the first few weeks with the ES100.

Guessing maybe I got a bad model, not that surprised with the cost, small warranty window is telling. When it was working flawlessly, I was happy with it as I was with the various wired portable options I've had over the years that have cost much more though. Going to give the Fiio Btr3 a go now (bonus points there for better warranty at least) before I give up and go back to wired set ups.

 

[Lurk650]

Anyone noticing a difference in quality when HD Jitter Cleaner is turned off? It may be me, but with the HD Jitter Cleaner off, the sound is better to me...

Seems like a slight veil lifted to me

 

[Matty Allen]

$79 on Amazon.com at the moment with no prime membership needed.

 

[zolom]

Bought one more

 

[Matty Allen]

Tbh I've never tried the two together single ended, balanced only. I can try it of course and let you know my findings but I'm on holiday right now so it would have to wait to the start of next week in that case...

Hey Peter,

Trust you had a great holiday.
Did you get a chance to compare volume levels yet on HD800S useing balanced vs standard stereo cable with ES100?

 

[Quimi]

Líne out

Hello, I write from Spain. I bought the device. I need to know the settings to connect to a preamp. I have searched for it. I do not find anything definitive. The amps need 2V and the volume adjusted properly. Greetings.

 

[srinivasvignesh]

Hi,

Any recommendations for a short balanced cable with MMCX to use with ES100? Search did not bring up anything obvious.

Thanks

 

[Rowethren]

Hi,

Any recommendations for a short balanced cable with MMCX to use with ES100? Search did not bring up anything obvious.

Thanks

Asking Forzaaudioworks.com to make you one the length you want would be my recommendation.

 

[vurtomatic]

Interesting to see Radsone introduce an earphone. It is such a fiercely competitive market but they may have something unique to offer.

The ES200 is also miniature format (about the same size as ES100). Radsone showed a prototype at an audio show last year and posted photos on Facebook.

An "integrated amp" is usually for desktop usage and has an amp for driving loudspeakers. It is probably an integrated amp with Bluetooth as one of its inputs.

Hi, I'm thinking of picking up an ES100 but it sounds like the ES200 will be the same form factor? Do you think it's coming out soon?

 

[rkw]

Hi, I'm thinking of picking up an ES100 but it sounds like the ES200 will be the same form factor? Do you think it's coming out soon?

ES200 is a different type of product, not a successor to ES100. It is a hi-res USB DAC+amp with no Bluetooth.

 

[Mouseman]

Hi, I'm thinking of picking up an ES100 but it sounds like the ES200 will be the same form factor? Do you think it's coming out soon?

If you're looking for something to handle Bluetooth, then you don't want to wait. The ES200, if I remember (you can search the thread) is USB only DAC.