[nmatheis]

What headphones or IEM will you be using Esther Analog with, and what type of sound signature do you prefer Pradeep A?

 

[WCDchee]

Thanks nmatheis . Getting it from a personal dealer , have ordered it but hasn't been shipped yet . Initially , was leaning towards IBasso , but the delaer suggested getting the Soundaware M1 Esther . So , hastily made the purchase . So , even now  I can  retract back to IBasso ..Sound Quality is all I care of.

Need your inputs . 

Do you like a warm lush and smooth sound or a more lively vibrant sound?

 

[Pradeep A]

Need a more of a neutral sound WCDChee. Sound Signature should be different than Sony DAPS 

 

[Pradeep A]

@nmatheis : Will be using Koss PortaPro Headphones and Vsonic GR 07 Bass Edition IEM for the DAP .Sound Signature should be neutral , but have no problem with warm sound sig.

 

[WCDchee]

Then get the vitality edition. However, Before spending so much on a player I would highly suggest you upgrade your earphone or headphone first. DAP improvements are often sorely overrated, and usually way more underwhelming than headphone or IEM upgrades of the same price.

 

[nmatheis]

Agree with WCDchee. Analog version is quite warm, so if you want neutral then it's not what you're looking for. I haven't tried Vitality and can't comment on that. Also agree that upgrading your headphones and IEM might be a good move depending on what your source is now. What're you using for a portable source now?

 

[Pradeep A]

Thanks..But seeing the M1 is going to set me back a bit , will consider upgrading IEM next next year..Planning to get Ostry KC06 A or Dunu DN 1000..

 

[Pradeep A]

Agree with @WCDchee. Analog version is quite warm, so if you want neutral then it's not what you're looking for. I haven't tried Vitality and can't comment on that. Also agree that upgrading your headphones and IEM might be a good move depending on what your source is now. What're you using for a portable source now?

My portable source for now is Sony F887

 

[nmatheis]

Thanks..But seeing the M1 is going to set me back a bit , will consider upgrading IEM next next year..Planning to get Ostry KC06 A or Dunu DN 1000..

Esther Analog deserves a higher tier IEM IMHO. DN2KJ, MEE P2, FLC8S, Oriveti Primacy, etc. would be a better starting point.

 

[WCDchee]

I agree. I would spend the whole Budget on the IEM and postpone the DAP upgrade for now.

 

[mrinspire]

This is insanely beautiful! Love it!

 

[nmatheis]

This is insanely beautiful! Love it!

What are you referring to?

 

[Imaqtpig]

Hi guys, just got my M1 pro and love it. One question please, do you guys use Mid/High gain mode? I feel like low gain mode sounds so much better, am I wrong? Thanks!

 

[nmatheis]

Hi guys, just got my M1 pro and love it. One question please, do you guys use Mid/High gain mode? I feel like low gain mode sounds so much better, am I wrong? Thanks!

Congrats! I need to hear one of those

Mary (soundaware) told me to use whichever gain setting allows you to get close to maximum volume to maximize SQ from the DAC. So with IEM, I always use Low Gain. With full-size cans, I switch to Medium or High depending on sensitivity. I try to exceed 75% volume whenever possible but of course don't exceed comfortable listening volumes. As with most things on this hobby, let your ears be your guide!

 

[Pradeep A]

Thanks @nmatheis and @WCDchee...