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SMSL iDEA portable dac+amp
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DjBobby
1000+ Head-Fier
The only one around: https://www.amazon.co.uk/FiiO-L19-Lightning-Digital-Audio/dp/B01GOTDMGY
I have 2 of them, and they work 100%.
Ended up buying the sabaj da3. Sounds pretty good from my computer. Waiting on OTG cables.
The headphone amp is powering my t50rps louder than I can listen to them at
The headphone amp is powering my t50rps louder than I can listen to them at
madmissileer
New Head-Fier
I purchased the Sabaj DA-1, which I assume is equivalent to the SMSL X4, being so similar looking.
I can't quite get it to work with my Android phone (Nexus 5X on Android 8.0). The strange thing is, it works for a few seconds when I plug it in, but after that the audio cuts out.
I tried using it on another device (Nvidia Shield on Android 7.0) and it actually works perfectly fine. And my older Fiio E07K has no problem with the Nexus 5X. What do you think the issue could be? I've tried changing USB mode to MIDI on the phone, plugging it in while music is playing, etc. and it doesn't seem to work.
I suspect some kind of bug is going on in the software, as it does get recognized for a few fleeting moments.
I can't quite get it to work with my Android phone (Nexus 5X on Android 8.0). The strange thing is, it works for a few seconds when I plug it in, but after that the audio cuts out.
I tried using it on another device (Nvidia Shield on Android 7.0) and it actually works perfectly fine. And my older Fiio E07K has no problem with the Nexus 5X. What do you think the issue could be? I've tried changing USB mode to MIDI on the phone, plugging it in while music is playing, etc. and it doesn't seem to work.
I suspect some kind of bug is going on in the software, as it does get recognized for a few fleeting moments.
Try plugging in the usb cable without the dac. Then start the music and when the music is playing plug in the dac to the usb cable. Thats how i got my Da2 to work. Or you can try UAPP
madmissileer
New Head-Fier
Hmm, it seems that I resolved the issue. It was a cable problem, though I don't know much more than that.
For record, this is the cable that didn't work: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071SJ8S75/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
After finding another combination of cables the DA-1 works fine.
Bought the official Apple Micro USB to Lightning adapter to use with the included micro usb male to male cable, and it STILL didn't work. All the goddamn cables in the world and not a single official lightning to micro usb cable?
Blows my mind
DjBobby
1000+ Head-Fier
Strange...just checked mine, works fine with iPhone 7, iPad Air2 and iPad Pro. If you are sure you got the original Apple cable, must be a problem with your iDea. Maybe you got a lemon.
Thought you need the camera kit
DjBobby
1000+ Head-Fier
Not the camera kit, but lightning to USB camera adapter:
https://www.amazon.com/Lightning-to...34815&sr=8-3&keywords=lightning+to+usb+camera
pkkaou
New Head-Fier
Hello. Does the buzz noise still happen when connect to usb type-c ? I'm looking for budget dac for using with Xiaomi Mi6 and laptop. Should I take Sabaj D2 ? Thank you.
PlantsmanTX
500+ Head-Fier
The buzzing is only a problem with Android and Linux. You shouldn't have a problem with the laptop, assuming you're running Windows on it.
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didn't buy the camera kit but I bought this
https://www.amazon.com/Apple-Micro-...997&sr=1-1&keywords=apple+lightning+micro+usb
that didn't work
now going to get the camera kit
Idea works with all other USB devices except iPhone so must be a factor of the lightning connection
So, not too long ago I picked up the smsl idea to drive my HD598s when connected to my phone. It does a great job of doing just that. Significant increase in clarity with an expanded sound stage. So exactly what I expected.
Then last night I popped over to Massdrop, saw the idea for sale, and clicked on it. Taking a look through the specs I was reminded that it boasts being able to push 300ohm headphones. Turns out I have a pair of those in the form of the HD800s. So I plugged em up, turned on some music and began bringing up the volume. Ofcourse it sounded better than my 598s. This was never a comparison test for that. Where I did compare was on volume. Turns out that while the smsl idea drives the 598 down a back stretch at 150mph, it drives the 800 like a leisurely commute at best. So if you plan to plug anything in with these sort of needs, don't.
Then last night I popped over to Massdrop, saw the idea for sale, and clicked on it. Taking a look through the specs I was reminded that it boasts being able to push 300ohm headphones. Turns out I have a pair of those in the form of the HD800s. So I plugged em up, turned on some music and began bringing up the volume. Ofcourse it sounded better than my 598s. This was never a comparison test for that. Where I did compare was on volume. Turns out that while the smsl idea drives the 598 down a back stretch at 150mph, it drives the 800 like a leisurely commute at best. So if you plan to plug anything in with these sort of needs, don't.
pkkaou
New Head-Fier
Thanks bro. Any suggestion for budget DAC/AMP for Android/PC?
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