[kiling92]

Ok, guys, I'm in crisis.
I state that I like to listen at high volume (very high), but in High gain, whatever region I used ... the sibilants were inaudible, while on low gain the sound is much more polite.
I know that many of you are against eq, and even I have never adopted this method, but today, in boredom, I simply tried all frequencies at +10 db; I put the low gain mode back and started my listening session between 75 and 100 volume. (depending on the song)
really impressive soundstage, I used the U region, to make my z5s more detailed, and every sibilant is gone, every high frequency is not fatiguing, precise, high resolution.
I don't know if it can be a valid solution to take advantage of the low gain tone, but I definitely prefer it.
try and let me know, I'm not this great audiophile expert, I'm a beginner, but if I had to listen to my ears, now I'm even more satisfied

 

[HeyManslowdown97]

I used the U region, to make my z5s more detailed, and every sibilant is gone, every high frequency is not fatiguing, precise, high resolution.
I don't know if it can be a valid solution to take advantage of the low gain tone, but I definitely prefer it.

The gain is already set higher on region U having it in low gain is totally fine. Nothing to worry about.

 

[kiling92]

The gain is already set higher on region U having it in low gain is totally fine. Nothing to worry about.

When intend listen High volume i said...normally..high gain, 95-105..
whatever region on low gain Is too weak for my preferences.
But with this method...just...wow!!

 

[HeyManslowdown97]

When intend listen High volume i said...normally..high gain, 95-105..
whatever region on low gain Is too weak for my preferences.
But with this method...just...wow!!

In my opinion, as a Rule of Thumb High Gain should only be used when you need some oomph to power some iems/headphones that require in little more juice but it isn’t necessary to use always especially when it can cause some adverse effects like sibliance and fatigue

 

[Mindstorms]

Ok, guys, I'm in crisis.
I state that I like to listen at high volume (very high), but in High gain, whatever region I used ... the sibilants were inaudible, while on low gain the sound is much more polite.
I know that many of you are against eq, and even I have never adopted this method, but today, in boredom, I simply tried all frequencies at +10 db; I put the low gain mode back and started my listening session between 75 and 100 volume. (depending on the song)
really impressive soundstage, I used the U region, to make my z5s more detailed, and every sibilant is gone, every high frequency is not fatiguing, precise, high resolution.
I don't know if it can be a valid solution to take advantage of the low gain tone, but I definitely prefer it.
try and let me know, I'm not this great audiophile expert, I'm a beginner, but if I had to listen to my ears, now I'm even more satisfied

I love mx3 3.00 and just tame the highs with eq, if you want unfatiguing sound i may suggest 3.01 or 3.02 J or Cew or E.. U its actually piercing i never use high gain

 

[RONJA MESCO]

Kid3 is what you want for tagging.

I saw that one...thanks for the tip.

 

[Bosk]

Just curious, how does the WM1A with this latest firmware compare for pure sound quality with TOTL players like the SP2000, DX220 MAX or R8?

After installing this modded firmware is there still a big difference in sound between the WM1A and WM1Z? Thanks for your input.

 

[aceedburn]

Just curious, how does the WM1A with this latest firmware compare for pure sound quality with TOTL players like the SP2000, DX220 MAX or R8?

After installing this modded firmware is there still a big difference in sound between the WM1A and WM1Z? Thanks for your input.

The WM1A with DMP-Z1 FE beats the stock 1Z hands down. But I don’t know the difference between both 1A and 1Z using FE.

 

[Kalnet101]

Hey guys! I'm not sure if this was discussed before but I thought I asked.

May I know the sound comparisons between the A55 and the zx300 after applying MrWalkman's firmware? Is the zx300 better or are they almost similar? I saw a few online in my country who are selling used zx300 and A55 so I was thinking on getting one of them due to the amazing battery life. I mainly use iems.

 

[Redcarmoose]

lol

 

[unifutomaki]

Even the stock ZX300 is superior to the FE modded A55. Source: my upgrade path

 

[Kalnet101]

Thanks! Will go grab the zx300 then since it's pretty cheap to get right now.

 

[Lookout57]

Just curious, how does the WM1A with this latest firmware compare for pure sound quality with TOTL players like the SP2000, DX220 MAX or R8?

After installing this modded firmware is there still a big difference in sound between the WM1A and WM1Z? Thanks for your input.

Yes there is still a big difference between the 1A and 1Z when running DMP1-WM1 FE. The 1Z has more details and a larger soundstage. But for the money a 1A with FE can't compare to anything else.

 

[HeyManslowdown97]

Just curious, how does the WM1A with this latest firmware compare for pure sound quality with TOTL players like the SP2000, DX220 MAX or R8?

Different approach all those models have great third party DAC chips and lots of power and it the DMP-Z1 itself has two mono balanced AKM4497eq. Sound wise not sure??? Haven't used none of those DACs. Sony and Cowon have probably the best DSP which makes the firmware more versatile but Hiby R8 has the best specs and their firmware is one of the best.

If you like the sound of the Hiby R8 then it checks all the boxes. IMHO. Like in any digital median, Firmware has it's limits when the hardware isn’t up to par and vice versa! It too uses 2 balanced mono Ak4497eq chips (it’s great but it’s no longer the AKm’s flagship) but there’s more to DACs than just chips like circuit design, etc

 

[Mystic Traveller]

MrWalkman: a Q from our colleague - in the folder menu folder names if being too long don't fit
the screen and get cut - is there a way around it, like make fonts smaller or split the lines in the name?