[nc8000]

I've just connected my WM1A to a computer and on disconnecting a folder called MUSICCLIP has been added to my SD Card and internal memory (they have no songs in them). I deleted these, but they were still there after disconnecting again.

Does anyone know what these are for? Or how I can get rid of them?

TIA

It comes in region J and you can put various video files in there and the player can play an embedded 2 channel soundtrack and it works fine for supported formats

 

[Amber Rain]

It comes in region J and you can put various video files in there and the player can play an embedded 2 channel soundtrack and it works fine for supported formats

Thanks, not sure what I'd put in there to be honest.

 

[Vitaly2017]

This is an opinion, but I think Sony should focus on improving S-Master power output while keeping current battery performance and Walkman form factor. 1 to 2 watts at 32 Ohms would be great.

If you have taken a few minutes reading what @proedros have shared you would have your question answered!

It clearly said wm1a/z are on the maximum possible power output of what the s-master hx can provide it is the reasong why the dmp-z1 have the akm dac and not s-master hx...

So I dont think its a possibility for now unless sony can really create new design and parts that can enhance this problem.

But I find its not the volume amount we need but the amping amount to be increased that is what will improve sound quality a lot. Volume is just brightness we want widen sound amplitude its very good for headphones for example. Iems will also benefit from this

 

[Sonywalkmanuser]

I think Sony is definitely going to improve on the S-Master HX's power output. Gallium nitride is much more efficient at power delivery vs Silicon:



Sony has always been the company that comes out with their own unique approach to making products. So the probability of having a technological leap forward is higher than we would imagine. You have to believe in the innovativeness of these craftsman.

Who makes the sharpest blade in the world?

 

[Whitigir]

I think Sony is definitely going to improve on the S-Master HX's power output. Gallium nitride is much more efficient at power delivery vs Silicon:



Sony has always been the company that comes out with their own unique approach to making products. So the probability of having a technological leap forward is higher than we would imagine. You have to believe in the innovativeness of these craftsman.

Who makes the sharpest blade in the world?

Yepe, the SA-Z1 and GAN FETs . I wouldn’t be surprised if Sony even fabricated and produced them either

 

[MrWalkman]

Small update:

The CHAMELEON and WM1A/Z+ mods were also done for the 1.20 firmware version.

If going from 3.02/3.01/3.00 to 1.20, you will have to "Reset All Settings" (this will not reset hours played) and you will also have to "Rebuild Database" (from Settings > Device Settings). This is not because of the mods, but because of differences between the 3.0x versions and the 1.20 version.

Also, all versions of the mods (1.20, 3.00, 3.01, and 3.02) also have a Mac installer available now, courtesy of @Lookout57 (thanks!).

The download link is available in the main post.

MAIN POST

 

[Vitaly2017]

Small update:

The CHAMELEON and WM1A/Z+ mods were also done for the 1.20 firmware version.

If going from 3.02/3.01/3.00 to 1.20, you will have to "Reset All Settings" (this will not reset hours played) and you will also have to "Rebuild Database" (from Settings > Device Settings). This is not because of the mods, but because of differences between the 3.0x versions and the 1.20 version.

Also, all versions of the mods (1.20, 3.00, 3.01, and 3.02) also have a Mac installer available now, courtesy of @Lookout57 (thanks!).

The download link is available in the main post.

MAIN POST

Firmware 1.2? Is that the first ever fw with which the dap was sold with?

 

[MrWalkman]

Firmware 1.2? Is that the first ever fw with which the dap was sold with?

The player was sold with 1.00. The 1.20 version is the first official update.

 

[Mindstorms]

anyone knows if they sound any good? 1.20 sounded very different from todays firmware i remember it sounded shouty! not smoth! Bass was interesting but not deep

 

[jmtocali]

How does the 1a perform as a usb dac/amp? Wondering if it could be my full portable/home solution. I don’t currently have a home setup, fwiw.

I'm using now as USB Dac connected to a roon bridge. With WM1AZ+ sounds gorgeous. Currently streaming Qobuz

 

[MrWalkman]

I'm using now as USB Dac connected to a roon bridge. With WM1AZ+ sounds gorgeous. Currently streaming Qobuz

Yep, I think 1A sounds awesome as USB DAC, even before we had WM1A/Z+.

It's just not suitable for movies, because of the audio delay, sadly. But well, the player is made for listening to music

 

[Redcarmoose]

Firmware 1.2? Is that the first ever fw with which the dap was sold with?

They came with 1.00 but you could not download it anywhere. 1.20 was the first download.

 

[Redcarmoose]

Small update:

The CHAMELEON and WM1A/Z+ mods were also done for the 1.20 firmware version.

If going from 3.02/3.01/3.00 to 1.20, you will have to "Reset All Settings" (this will not reset hours played) and you will also have to "Rebuild Database" (from Settings > Device Settings). This is not because of the mods, but because of differences between the 3.0x versions and the 1.20 version.

Also, all versions of the mods (1.20, 3.00, 3.01, and 3.02) also have a Mac installer available now, courtesy of @Lookout57 (thanks!).

The download link is available in the main post.

MAIN POST

Thank-you....both!

 

[MrWalkman]

They came with 1.00 but you could not download it anywhere. 1.20 was the first download.

1.00 (stock)

 

[FanaticSkull]

Quick question: I'm planning to buy the 1A to use with CA Andro. Anyone have experiencing with playing the Andro with 4.4 adapter? Does it improve the sound, volume or anything at all?