[tassardar]

I tried the chord Hugo today. It's good but I don't feel impressed. Prefer the cdm by a good margin hmmm

 

[tassardar]

I think this is near end game portable for me hehe.

 

[raypin]

mmm....since we are all fans here of the CDM, what changes do you want done in anticipation of  CDM version 2.0???? (Excluding an amp-only version because it is a separate wish).

 

[tassardar]

More gain really. I think it's low is really too low. With zx2 it's totally insufficient volume. Another is maybe a bigger pot for turning haha. It's not a small amp anyway.

Oh ya a true dac only mode with the amp shut down. Since the dac is quite good, it's a nice device for running another amp if the need arises. This however isn't too key since most of us bought it for the amp.

And of course the improvement in sound quality though I dunno how far can a portable go hmm

 

[sonickarma]

mmm....since we are all fans here of the CDM, what changes do you want done in anticipation of  CDM version 2.0???? (Excluding an amp-only version because it is a separate wish).

A set of 6 pairs of tubes in a circle (less if the dont fit) and a dial on the side to 'hot' switch between then. So dont need to open and install everytime. Also 3.5 balanced.

 

[raypin]

mmm......me? 1.  Additional digital input: optical in. 2. Longer battery life 3. yeah, STRONGER volume output out of the 3.5 unbal that will play nice with non-AK DAPs.  4. Need to machine off the edges of the metal case. It is kinda' sharp to the touch.  

 

[cj3209]

1. Longer battery life
2. Don't need those diff. Colored lights-have no use for them; how about a battery indicator instead?
3. Make it a little cooler
4. Since this is supposed to be a portable unit, the size and amp power is fine; how about some shielding when connecting to phones?

CJ

 

[raypin]

mmm.....I like the battery indicator suggestion  instead of the audio format indicator lights. For now, I am relying on my DAPs to indirectly tell me when my CDM is about to die. Example:  For the AK 240, the CDM lasts until the AK has about  30% battery life left, starting from 100% of course.  Same method for my other DAPs.

 

[tassardar]

Battery indicator definitely. I use zx2 so it can outlast multiple cycles of CDM. Never really can tell when it will give up on me.

 

[esteboune]

  Battery indicator definitely. I use zx2 so it can outlast multiple cycles of CDM. Never really can tell when it will give up on me.

Hello Tassadar,
 
i'm using the ZX2 for a few month now, and i'm really drooling on the CDM.
 
What can you tell me about the combination of the 2.
 
The cdm will be used as well wit my phone and tablet.
 
thanks in advance!

 

[tassardar]

Hello Tassadar,

i'm using the ZX2 for a few month now, and i'm really drooling on the CDM.

What can you tell me about the combination of the 2.

The cdm will be used as well wit my phone and tablet.

thanks in advance!

You can expect better clarity, overall smoother presentation, a mid that's a little more forward, overall better bass.

However this is only true if you are using headphones. I find iems gain much lesser

 

[esteboune]

You can expect better clarity, overall smoother presentation, a mid that's a little more forward, overall better bass.

However this is only true if you are using headphones. I find iems gain much lesser

my wallet won't like it though....
 
anyway, we only live once.
 
As for the cable, do you use the analog or digital output on the ZX2.

 

[tassardar]

my wallet won't like it though....

anyway, we only live once.

As for the cable, do you use the analog or digital output on the ZX2.

I have both. I usually will go for analog interconnect as it retains the zx2 signature smooth mids. Digital will have a more edgy sound.

 

[raypin]

mmm.....I also have both, although choosing which one is better is like choosing:
 
 

 

 

[esteboune]

  mmm.....I also have both, although choosing which one is better is like choosing: