[ranfan]

N6ii E01 for me is my favourite-sounding portable player so far. I really like the implementation, and ESS sound in general since I had Opus#2 (which has low amp power unfortunately, hence was let go). Now curious how it would compare with SE100 (ES9038) & SE200 (ES9068). Looking forward to giving them a try once I can get to the store. I couldn't really like the AKM sound, dunno why. It's somehow too velvety warm, and not bright enough for my taste. Or perhaps poor synergy with my IEMs and playlist. The Sabre sound signature highlights the mids, especially the upper-mids more I feel. And AKM the lower-mids.

As for my favourite desktop/non-portable player, hands-down the Sony DMP-Z1 was the best I've heard though It sounds excellent all-round. And very well-balanced/neutral.

 

[Matpar]

I am One of those addicted to Calyx M.

Btw, why QLS QA 360 or 361 are not showing up in the lists?

 

[immortalsoul]

I am One of those addicted to Calyx M.

Btw, why QLS QA 360 or 361 are not showing up in the lists?

Hi, I didn't have the chance to try any Qls, maybe you can send us your list

 

[claud W]

Listing the DAPs I have/own according to sound quality.

A & K SE 200
iBasso DX 228
HiBy R6 Pro
HiBy R3 Pro Saber
Sony ZX300
HiBy R3

 

[Matpar]

Hi, I didn't have the chance to try any Qls, maybe you can send us your list

Calyx M, pure lust
Aune M2Pro
QLS QA 361
Opus #3
DP100 Oriolus
AR M200, perfect Daily driver

Based on DAP I owned or used/tried.

Did not like M11 nor iBasso 220, I am still testing the n3pro (but selling It already lol).

 

[immortalsoul]

Calyx M, pure lust
Aune M2Pro
QLS QA 361
Opus #3
DP100 Oriolus
AR M200, perfect Daily driver

Based on DAP I owned or used/tried.

Did not like M11 nor iBasso 220, I am still testing the n3pro (but selling It already lol).

I like your list. I have or had a few. I see that you have and like the Acoustic research, you should try the Ar- m2

 

[emilsoft]

Calyx M, pure lust
Aune M2Pro
QLS QA 361
Opus #3
DP100 Oriolus
AR M200, perfect Daily driver

Based on DAP I owned or used/tried.

Did not like M11 nor iBasso 220, I am still testing the n3pro (but selling It already lol).

Why are you ditching the n3pro?

 

[immortalsoul]

Why are you ditching the n3pro?

Maybe because it was just new and hyped. Not necessarily the newest daps have the best sound, maybe they have more features, faster ui...

 

[F700]

I tested Plenue L against LPGT and calyx M. In short: don‘t buy it

You could have told me amigo

 

[Vitaly2017]

yea there is many new daps in the market and I dont plan to buy them all lol done spending even its uber tempting!

 

[feverfive]

yea there is many new daps in the market and I dont plan to buy them all lol done spending even its uber tempting!

Whatever....if the WM-2Z is released, you'll be all over it, don't even try to pretend otherwise, hahahahaha

 

[Vitaly2017]

Whatever....if the WM-2Z is released, you'll be all over it, don't even try to pretend otherwise, hahahahaha

Dang I did forget 1z Two is soon on the horizon duuups

 

[KPzypher]

Of the one's I've personally owned....

1. LPGT
2. N6II
3. SP1000
4. R6 Pro

With that being said, I've come to realize DAPs are an ineffectual device, FOR ME. I used to own a decent collection of portable gear, but gave them up completely in recent years.

My personal experience and biggest complaints with DAPs... they are usually clunky with terrible UI, dreadful Wifi performance, tiny screen, poor battery life, heat issues, heavy/awkwardly shaped, bugs, slow performance....

I believe a much better option IMO for general portable use is the latest cellphone + good wireless ANC headphones. For example, Note 20 Ultra + Beoplay H95.
They may not sound as good as a high-end DAP + IEM, but definitely sounds good enough for easy listening, and way more useful w/ the ANC for frequent travelers and for daily commutes.

For the ultimate listening experience, I have my full desktop setups.

Lots of you will disagree, and that's OK. But that's just how I feel.

 

[emilsoft]

Maybe because it was just new and hyped. Not necessarily the newest daps have the best sound, maybe they have more features, faster ui...

Was it too warm sounding? What was worse about it's sound?

 

[noplsestar]

You haven’t bought the Plenue L, have you @F700?