[HemiSam]

Yes and they've stated lots of other things too like no one wanted to watch video on an iPod, past bit rate was good enough "then moved it up" 730p was good enough "now up to 1080p" and now retina with support for multi 4k...They never say where they're going next and have always said things to throw the competition off or whatever but they have a few audiophiles working in the mist and I believe it's coming as it wouldn't be a smart move for it not too at least 24/96 especially with 4k AIFF and ALAC are and were for a reason ...Apple sometimes sits on things for a long time before they implement it...they still are a small company no matter what IOS sales say and would have you believe they have a limited number of engineers and people to work on projects as it's always been this way...

 
That made me chuckle.
 
 

 
HS

 

[Byronb]

Yes and they've stated lots of other things too like no one wanted to watch video on an iPod, past bit rate was good enough "then moved it up" 730p was good enough "now up to 1080p" and now retina with support for multi 4k...They never say where they're going next and have always said things to throw the competition off or whatever but they have a few audiophiles working in the mist and I believe it's coming as it wouldn't be a smart move for it not too at least 24/96 especially with 4k AIFF and ALAC are and were for a reason ...Apple sometimes sits on things for a long time before they implement it...they still are a small company no matter what IOS sales say and would have you believe they have a limited number of engineers and people to work on projects as it's always been this way...

Uh?

 

[dsincere]

Uh?

Yes everyone in the tech industry knows that engineers are in short supply that's why the top tech companies try hard to hang on to them this was the cause for the anti poaching agreement between companies that has been talked about lately ..... O

 

[AnakChan]

Errr...guys & gals (if any), drifting off topic here?

 

[Mimouille]

Errr...guys & gals (if any), drifting off topic here?

Doubtful.

 

[Byronb]

  Errr...guys & gals (if any), drifting off topic here?

You are right, we shouldn't be talking about what some small start up might be doing with HD in this thread. 

 

[Almo99]

Hi,
 
I've just received my AK240 and can't wait to get going with it but I have a couple of questions I was hoping you could help me with.
 
Does it make a difference in the folders section where you upload all your music? I was going to create a folder called Music Library and upload all my music into it. How does everyone else do it?
 
I have a lot of playlists in iTunes. Is there anyway at all that I can take those playlists and upload them into the AK240? Are there any workarounds other then creating them all manually on the device itself?
 
Any other words of advice or tips for a newbie owner?
 
I appreciate your help.
 
P.

 

[laurencewayne]

I've been there, done that, so can make a few suggestions.  I presume you are using Mac OS, therefore need Android AFTP.  It is a bit "clunky" and seemingly sensitive to transfer.  But, much to my surprise, I just dragged and dropped my iTunes playlists and there they are!  Some criticism from forum members, because you will duplicate if you transfer the same music by album.  But I just couldn't help wanting a few of my cherished playlists transferred.  Also the folder issue is sensitive.  Hard to determine, but sometimes I get intermittent weird messages and no connect.  Then I delete the offending folder, rename and in goes the music!
Never a problem with HD Tracks or Acoustic sounds downloads, tho.  And, oddly, I've never had a problem using the folder that came with: "Music".
Couple of other thoughts: there's another thread with tons of good info from 240 users.  Also you could try a balanced cable from Ted at Headphone lounge...he is superb and the cables a genuine upgrade.
And learn the UI....the sound is amazing!  Enjoy.

 

[Saraguie]

  Hi,
 
I've just received my AK240 and can't wait to get going with it but I have a couple of questions I was hoping you could help me with.
 
Does it make a difference in the folders section where you upload all your music? I was going to create a folder called Music Library and upload all my music into it. How does everyone else do it?
 
I have a lot of playlists in iTunes. Is there anyway at all that I can take those playlists and upload them into the AK240? Are there any workarounds other then creating them all manually on the device itself?
 
Any other words of advice or tips for a newbie owner?
 
I appreciate your help.
 
P.

Always use the USB cable that came with the AK. You can use almost any other to charge. For transferring data you will need the AK cable.
 
You have MAC? 50/50 only one side USB will work. On mine its the right side.

 

[b0ssMax]

Always use the USB cable that came with the AK. You can use almost any other to charge. For transferring data you will need the AK cable.

You have MAC? 50/50 only one side USB will work. On mine its the right side.

I didnt use the cable that came with the AK240. No problem for me and my mac when transferring or charging. Whats the logic?

@almo99 didnt have any issues in the folders i just organized my stuff as hires, dsd, others. All up to you. Im just not sure if theres a maximum on how many levels (sub folders) the ak can read though. Mine is at most 4 from the root folder.

 

[kerrys30]

One thing I did learn. If go to songs and then switch to MQS or DSD remember to go back to ALL. I was playing around and wanted to test if it would actually list all DSD (I know, no faith). Then I must have switched off player.

Later when home I transferred a new CD from laptop to 240 but then went to folder view. The new CD folder was there but no songs. And same for all other albums I tried. The top level folder there but all empty.

I tried the playlists and could play songs ok from there. So now I knew everything there....also space was all full but just couldn't see songs.

I then went to songs to see what there and was still only showing DSD. Clicked the ALL and there they all were. Checked folder view and all back to normal.

Not sure this is a bug or just a lesson learned bit glad I didn't do full reset or try reloading everything.

 

[Saraguie]

I didnt use the cable that came with the AK240. No problem for me and my mac when transferring or charging. Whats the logic?

That's great Max....you must have a cable that has the same specs as the AK. For me, I tried the Kindle cable, it charged but it will not transfer or communicate. BTW, I have the same problem with my Garmin. I can only use the USB it came with to communicate/update.

 

[flymetothemoon]

I didnt use the cable that came with the AK240. No problem for me and my mac when transferring or charging. Whats the logic?

@almo99 didnt have any issues in the folders i just organized my stuff as hires, dsd, others. All up to you. Im just not sure if theres a maximum on how many levels (sub folders) the ak can read though. Mine is at most 4 from the root folder.

I'm using a regular USB cable as well and no problem with my Mac/240

 

[M Coupe]

I have also had luck with generic usb cables.  In fact, I never used my AK cable and never had a problem.  I am sure it is a real issue if AK put it in their manual but I personally have had zero issues with a regular mid-grade usb cable.

 

[Levanter]

I had no problems either with cheap China usb cables or Samsung stock cables.