[Witcher]

cool, sorry, would you mind sending me a link too the 4.4mm IEM cable from Norne? I'm having difficulty finding the particular one you mean.

I’ll PM you. Not sure if it’s against the rules to post commercial links on posts.

 

[Witcher]

A reviewer on Amazon states that those Sony XBA Z5's sounds better than the Shure 846. True?

I’ve heard both. Both are good. It’s quite subjective. I personally like the way the Sony products pair well with each other.

 

[JerryHead]

Is it safe to assume that my Shure 846s will sound noticeably better (SQ-wise) plugged into the balanced output, as compared to the 3.5"? What's the consensus? (Just want to make sure before I pull trigger on a new cable..)

 

[Bepli]

Is it safe to assume that my Shure 846s will sound noticeably better (SQ-wise) plugged into the balanced output, as compared to the 3.5"? What's the consensus? (Just want to make sure before I pull trigger on a new cable..)

The balanced uses oscon caps which the se doesn't, basically the Amp part is way better. Also more power is available which sometimes makes headphones sound better(not only louder). Tho this shouldn't be the case for efficient iems like your Shures. Tho it will sound better through the balanced because of the better Amp and maybe because of a little more power.

 

[psikey]

Is it safe to assume that my Shure 846s will sound noticeably better (SQ-wise) plugged into the balanced output, as compared to the 3.5"? What's the consensus? (Just want to make sure before I pull trigger on a new cable..)

I used my SE846's with standard 3.5mm plus two balanced cables. The Sony Kimber 4.4mm balanced and a Fiio 2.5mm balanced with 2.5mm-4.4mm adapter.

Both balanced much better than 3.5mm. To my ears no need to go for the expensive Kimber cable other than its built beautifully. I like the Kimber so much for build/comfort I will even use it with SE via a 4.4mm to 3.5mm adapter with my phone.

 

[psikey]

I'd go for the standard Sony cable if buying new to save some cash

Standard: http://www.accessoryjack.com/sony-muc-m12nb1-balanced-standard-1-2m-headphone-cable-black.html

Kimber: http://www.accessoryjack.com/sony-m...-balanced-standard-plug-1-2m-cable-clear.html

 

[Whitigir]

The balanced uses oscon caps which the se doesn't, basically the Amp part is way better. Also more power is available which sometimes makes headphones sound better(not only louder). Tho this shouldn't be the case for efficient iems like your Shures. Tho it will sound better through the balanced because of the better Amp and maybe because of a little more power.

The blue caps ? Those are FT caps aren’t they ? They have very high ripple current due to the extremely low ESR together with extra power. Those are better quality components, ofcourse they affect the sound quality regardless of gears connected

 

[JerryHead]

Great, so all I need is this standard Sony standard cable and I'll be all set? To be honest, I'm not really prepared to spend more than that anyways. Just looking to make the most of the ZX300 with my Shures..
Standard: http://www.accessoryjack.com/sony-muc-m12nb1-balanced-standard-1-2m-headphone-cable-black.html

 

[kms108]

@purk

I put in a order for two of this case, as they don't sent to hong kong, did some difficulty translation, hopefully the 25 minutes communication works out.

https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a210c.1.0.0.41b38082WwoOw0&id=559053148913

 

[psikey]

Great, so all I need is this standard Sony standard cable and I'll be all set? To be honest, I'm not really prepared to spend more than that anyways. Just looking to make the most of the ZX300 with my Shures..
Standard: http://www.accessoryjack.com/sony-muc-m12nb1-balanced-standard-1-2m-headphone-cable-black.html

Yes

 

[Ghost2501]

Hi guys.
I've just ordered my NW-ZX300 from Amazon.co.uk because there's a huge price difference with Amazon.fr (almost 122 €).

I don't know very well how balanced output performs and I don't even know if my IEM EarSonic EM3-Pro are compatible (still waiting an answer from their support).
I'm also waiting for the Nuraphone Bluetooth earphones since I know that NW-ZX300 is aptx compatible.
My previous DAP were Cowon S9 and X7. I hesitated to buy a used Plenue 1 but battery is too poor.

 

[lomenhk]

I updated my NW-ZX300 to firmware 1.10, my unit was converted from J to E, so I can tell that at least it doesn't mess with converted units (I did not try to see if the destination tool still works on 1.10 though).
APT-X HD works fine with my WM-1000XM2 although I'll revert to LDAC which is technically superior anyway.

P.S. would anyone, by any chance, know how to take screenshots on the device?

Hi, did you update the firmware 1.10 with a Mac?

I tried to update with my Mac, but the macOS always displayed the ZX300 not detected. I have followed all instructions on screen but no way I can update the firmware

 

[JerryHead]

I too am very curious if you're able to update firmware on a mac, as I only have a mac..

 

[JerryHead]

@purk

I put in a order for two of this case, as they don't sent to hong kong, did some difficulty translation, hopefully the 25 minutes communication works out.

https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a210c.1.0.0.41b38082WwoOw0&id=559053148913

Can you let us know what you end up thinking about this case? It looks good, and am wondering if I should go for it as well..

 

[kms108]

I was waiting for the benks, as I always go for the benks, but they haven't released one yet, if they do it should be very similar, but benks don't normally have a wm port cover. I wasn't going to get this, but someone from this thread wanted one, so I got two pieces., hopefully the seller is trustworthy as this purchase wasn't easy, and at the end I could get scammed and get a different product altogether.