[mwhals]

Guys do you think Sony will release anytime soon WM2Z and WM2A ?

I am wondering the same thing.

 

[nc8000]

Guys do you think Sony will release anytime soon WM2Z and WM2A ?

I doubt it

 

[Vitaly2017]

I am wondering the same thing.

I dont know whats sony timeline of realeases but I think it been 3 years now we got 1z? Something tells me it could last as long as 5 years! since 1z is still very strong and going

 

[Sp12er3]

I dont think they'd try to update the WM1A and Z an update with just android as an "upgrade", the two isnt really iterative compatible, knowing their cost and design(the Z especially). Just leave people who wants android walkmans with A100 and ZX500.

If they really want to give android to 1A & 1Z tho, it'd probably goes along with sound (hopefully driving power too) upgrade, take at least 1 more years for them to come up with new package? Sony takes their time when planning their flagship devices.

 

[Redcarmoose]

Sweet...


Have you also updated the 1A to latest firmware?
I feel it is a bit more open now..
I had very old version before though.

I did and tried it, but feel 3.02 is better for the 1Z, not having the lows the 1A needs. IMO

So the 1A is rolled back to 3.01.

Different folks key into different parts of the sound AND have different IEMs or headphones. There is no right or wrong.....lucky we have choices.

 

[SolarBeaver]

I have both and use them regularly. The 1A is my commuting player as I don't want to cary a $3K player around the streets of NYC and it's a lot lighter. As for the sound I find the 1Z has better bass detail and impact along with a larger soundstage.The cons on the 1Z is weight and cost.

You can't go wrong with either.

Purchased the 1Z first then thought maybe the 1A would be cool to own. I used to listen to the 1A more. Most of the time now it’s the 1Z. Just like the old adage about that elusive extra 10% is there but only obtainable at a cost.......the 1Z delivers for those seeking extra. IMO

The 1Z has a thicker meaty sound. It’s more dense and has a soundstage that goes out front and back, where the soundstage of the 1A is more 2 dimensional. The 1A is flat and speedy plus reserved. 1Z has bass boost and treble spike which gets that last ounce of detail or the feeling of detail. Though now with 3.02 software firmware the 1Z has the speed and agility the 1A had with firmware 3.01.

In the end it still could be somewhat what synergy there is between products. Meaning the IER-Z1R was really good with 3.01 and the 1A, as the 1Z was almost too thick, though now with the airy mid-centric additions of 3.02 the IER-Z1R loves the 1Z taking it to a new level IMO

So for me I would go for the 1Z, especially now that prices have dropped down. The 1Z can be had for way less that $3200 now!

Thanks guys, I've just ordered 1Z, can't wait to get that beautiful piece of engineering!
Btw the price after some discount was $2440, ordered from Russia. I also recently bought a MDR-Z1R, here, in Belarus, for $1150, seems like Sony doesn't have high hopes for people buying hi-fi gear at MSRP in this region

 

[SolarBeaver]

I did and tried it, but feel 3.02 is better for the 1Z, not having the lows the 1A needs. IMO

So the 1A is rolled back to 3.01.

Different folks key into different parts of the sound AND have different IEMs or headphones. There is no right or wrong.....lucky we have choices.

That's good to hear, I've read multiple times that 3.02 is more advanced, but SQ is somewhat flawed, guess it was regarding wm1a.

 

[Redcarmoose]

Thanks guys, I've just ordered 1Z, can't wait to get that beautiful piece of engineering!
Btw the price after some discount was $2440, ordered from Russia. I also recently bought a MDR-Z1R, here, in Belarus, for $1150, seems like Sony doesn't have high hopes for people buying hi-fi gear at MSRP in this region

That's good to hear, I've read multiple times that 3.02 is more advanced, but SQ is somewhat flawed, guess it was regarding wm1a.

Fabulous deals there! Enjoy!

 

[mwhals]

So what is the difference for someone in the United States ordering an international version instead of the USA version? Is it warranty, volume cap, etc.?

 

[nc8000]

So what is the difference for someone in the United States ordering an international version instead of the USA version? Is it warranty, volume cap, etc.?

volume cap is only on EU units so probably warranty

 

[Pablovi]

Thanks guys, I've just ordered 1Z, can't wait to get that beautiful piece of engineering!
Btw the price after some discount was $2440, ordered from Russia. I also recently bought a MDR-Z1R, here, in Belarus, for $1150, seems like Sony doesn't have high hopes for people buying hi-fi gear at MSRP in this region

Yeah, Sony price it’s products depending on the region, in Latin America they’re pretty cheap, compared to the US and Europe. But they don’t sell the 1Z here, only the 1A.

 

[RobertP]

I'm gonna try 3.02 right now. My recabled 1A has too much sub bass sometimes. Lower mid is already fuller, warmer, and better dynamic than normal 1A. I'm not sure about the more forward on the high thing with this lastest firmware.

 

[AlexCBSN]

I'm gonna try 3.02 right now. My recabled 1A has too much sub bass sometimes. Lower mid is already fuller, warmer, and better dynamic than normal 1A. I'm not sure about the more forward on the high thing with this lastest firmware.

where or who did the rewiring?

 

[RobertP]

Did it myself. I have electronic tech background.

I'm still testing 3.02. I'll report back

 

[RollsRoys]

Don’t do it. 3.5 to rca or 4.4 to xlr. Never go balanced to single ended

It is surprising how some people convince the others on the things they dont know.

4.4 to 2xRCA is totally fine. In fact "balanced" in the portative usage is actually a dual mono. Guess what else is a dual mono? Right, a pair of RCA...