[Leviticus]

  Finally got a cable for ZX2 to Mojo.  Eh, sounds pretty much the same as anything else to me, just glad I can finally use ZX2's storage and interface.
 

 
I feel Mojo still sounds a bit more alive, but ZX2 with TRRS is no joke.  Better soundstage/separation and just as detailed.

Forgive my ignorance, but aren't you turning your ZX2 into a mind-bogglingly expensive storage device that serves no justifiable purpose? I see those combinations quite alot and always wonder why.

 

[RPB65]

+1 lol. Don't get why you would do this with the ZX2? Each to their own though

 

[RPB65]

Trrs for the win

Agreed! And like you, that is one of the best albums as well. Love it
Although my SE425's don't match up to your IEM. How are they? 

 

[Whitigir]

Forgive my ignorance, but aren't you turning your ZX2 into a mind-bogglingly expensive storage device that serves no justifiable purpose? I see those combinations quite alot and always wonder why.

There are more to digital signals and itself being a transport than the "myth" of any transport would sound the same. Even the interconnect digital cables will prove to be a worthy investment than the analog cables that connect your amp to your headphones. Simply put, Zx2 is the best of Sony yet, and still better with the cradle feeding as transport.

I gotta admit that even I was caught in that "myth" when I was still a newbies. There are reasons why Zx2 drain much more battery when it is a transport device...the battery barely last 6 hours

 

[purk]

 
Forgive my ignorance, but aren't you turning your ZX2 into a mind-bogglingly expensive storage device that serves no justifiable purpose? I see those combinations quite alot and always wonder why.

I'm using my ZX2 as a storage too hooking up to my Yggy DAC.  It, of course, does sound pretty good by itself.

 

[echineko]

Forgive my ignorance, but aren't you turning your ZX2 into a mind-bogglingly expensive storage device that serves no justifiable purpose? I see those combinations quite alot and always wonder why.

Don't agree with the 'mind-boggling' part ($4000+ for a DAP, anyone?), but I can see where you're coming from, the enhancements and unique audio circuitry  are a bit lost with use as a storage. But I have to agree with Whitigir, the digital out from the ZX2 is no slouch, I prefer it over analog in all situations that I've tried (with the Shure KSE1500, the Chord Hugo, etc). I'd go so far as to say it's noticeably better than the digital output from some 'mind-boggling' DAPs which shall remain nameless 

 
For me, not sure what exactly Sony did, but it shows. Now to get off my butt and actually get one of those cables for myself. I still don't get how Sony can't just release a digital out -> micro USB cable themselves, instead of needing that clunky adapter.
 
Edited for clarity/typos.

 

[purk]

If you going to use the ZX2 to output digital signal, I highly suggest getting a dedicated dock. Whitgir can also tell you how great the ZX2 + Dock can sound compared to wimpy supplied USB digital out cable.

 

[Whitigir]

If you going to use the ZX2 to output digital signal, I highly suggest getting a dedicated dock. Whitgir can also tell you how great the ZX2 + Dock can sound compared to wimpy supplied USB digital out cable.

Absolutely, the dock is just too good when sitting on a desk . Nothing better than never run out of battery. However, if you need portable cables for Zx2 digital, I highly recommend a modified version of the stock dongle cables

 

[echineko]

If you going to use the ZX2 to output digital signal, I highly suggest getting a dedicated dock. Whitgir can also tell you how great the ZX2 + Dock can sound compared to wimpy supplied USB digital out cable.

Does the dock travel fairly easily? I use the ZX2 digital output only when I'm on assignment, in the hotel room after work (transportable), vs just the ZX2 and an IEM when I'm out (portable). Might look into taking it with me if it can be bundled in easily while on the road.

Edit: and another consideration, assuming there is a Sony announcement about a ZX2 successor soon, that might end up getting sold too. Think I'll wait till October at least and see if there's any news out of Sony.

 

[Whitigir]

The dock is not easy to transport at all. It is a solution for the best possible sound from Sony "docking" at an office. Dongles cables is the only way to go if you want portability.

 

[Buddhahacker]

I agree with Whitigir.  I made one trip with the dock and it was a pain.  Go with the dongle cables.

 

[talan7]

Trrs for the win

All ZX2s have this capability or is it a mod for TRRS? I didn't know it was balanced.

 

[Conext]

All ZX2s have this capability or is it a mod for TRRS? I didn't know it was balanced.

It's not balanced per se, as there aren't two DACs for the left and right channel. But it is internally wired for separate grounds for L and R, as opposed to a shared ground like you would normally have in a TRS connection.

 

[Whitigir]

All ZX2s have this capability or is it a mod for TRRS? I didn't know it was balanced.

All Zx2 has it . It is one of Zx2 unique feature, and it is something called "separated grounds"....not balanced

 

[talan7]

It's not balanced per se, as there aren't two DACs for the left and right channel. But it is internally wired for separate grounds for L and R, as opposed to a shared ground like you would normally have in a TRS connection.

 
So I can used balanced TRRS cables on it? And it will sound better?