[kms108]

And I thought I'd read the entire thread... Ignorance it is then
Does beg the question as to why 3.5mm TRRS is not the standard for ALL portable gear that supports balanced/unbalanced outputs.

TRRS has only been a standard for headphones with inline remote, 4.4 is the new standard for balanced.

 

[Sarcasmo]

TRRS has only been a standard for headphones with inline remote, 4.4 is the new standard for balanced.

I agree that it's the new standard for Sony gear, but the vast majority of vendors seem happy to stay with 2.5mm at the moment. FiiO have now supported it with their new amp module. but I'm sure the TRRS balanced standard is going to rage on for some time yet.
Personally I do like the 4.4mm plug - very solid and generally easier to work with for cable DIYers.

 

[ncristia]

Joybuy price is only 349$ for the next 6 hours

Anyone picking up a second unit?

 

[Sarcasmo]

Anyone picking up a second unit?

Probably, but only to stop my eldest running off with mine...

 

[klyzon]

Wondering if it’s worth getting a wm1a to replace the zx300. Something tells me I’m gonna miss the compact size though

 

[Hanafuda]

Wondering if it’s worth getting a wm1a to replace the zx300. Something tells me I’m gonna miss the compact size though

I've been preparing to buy one or the other for several months, and was quite committed to the zx300 until recently. Still wouldn't mind having it. But I changed my mind to buying the WM1A, for 2 main reasons: 1) the much larger screen means I probably won't have to put on my reading glasses every time I pick it up, and 2) I want it.

I can't really think of any specification-based arguments that would justify the extra $$ for the WM1A. The zx300 is great. Buy the WM1A if you just really want it.

Also, it's all relative of course, but for those of us who lived the 80's, the WM1 series IS compact.

 

[The Fife Flyer]

You mean playlist, its only available on the japanese version, but can be added on any version, it just takes less than 1 minute.

Can you advise how it`s done please?

I managed to get rid of the volume cap so shouldn`t be difficult. I have the playlist feature but it doesn`t work.

 

[equalspeace]

Wondering if it’s worth getting a wm1a to replace the zx300. Something tells me I’m gonna miss the compact size though

I had and sold 2 WM1As and now have the ZX300. I found the sound characteristics of the 1A to be not to my liking. YMMV

 

[linux4ever]

The sound signature is noticeably different between Zx300 and wm1a.I like both and kept both.

 

[Qrays34]

Really happy with my ZX300A, get it a Sony Leather Case, and an aftermarket copper cable with 4.4 for my Z5, and it’s doing so damn well...
But since I’ve experienced the sound changing so much from different cables, I’m really curious about the MUC-M12SB1 (the Kimber Kable one).
I can get a brand new Kimber for ~$200, but I’ve already spent $100 for the one I’m using... Really wonder if the Kimber is a worthy update thou...

 

[Blommen]

Really happy with my ZX300A, get it a Sony Leather Case, and an aftermarket copper cable with 4.4 for my Z5, and it’s doing so damn well...
But since I’ve experienced the sound changing so much from different cables, I’m really curious about the MUC-M12SB1 (the Kimber Kable one).
I can get a brand new Kimber for ~$200, but I’ve already spent $100 for the one I’m using... Really wonder if the Kimber is a worthy update thou...

Nah, enjoy it now and down the road when you feel the urge to try something new, try another cable.

 

[Hinomotocho]

Really happy with my ZX300A, get it a Sony Leather Case, and an aftermarket copper cable with 4.4 for my Z5, and it’s doing so damn well...
But since I’ve experienced the sound changing so much from different cables, I’m really curious about the MUC-M12SB1 (the Kimber Kable one).
I can get a brand new Kimber for ~$200, but I’ve already spent $100 for the one I’m using... Really wonder if the Kimber is a worthy update thou...

I have the MUC-M12NB1 - non-Kimber.
Which cable is that you're using?

 

[Qrays34]

I have the MUC-M12NB1 - non-Kimber.
Which cable is that you're using?

It doesn’t really have a name I think. It’s a 6-core-C6N copper cable made by a local shop in my country.

 

[Hinomotocho]

It doesn’t really have a name I think. It’s a 6-core-C6N copper cable made by a local shop in my country.

Thanks, do they have a website/sell internationally?
I considered the Kimber one but it is really expensive and I had read a few posts saying it wasn't worth the money. I've been considering a few other custom options.

 

[kms108]

The Kimber kable is really thick, but flexible and soft, I'm not too liking it, it increases more bass than I need.