[Queen6]

I'm going to leave it run now overnight etc to clock up the hours, I was just listening.

A lot do that It's kind of a slope as time passes the change lessens. My own WM1A has easily passed 1.5K hours so is well and truly at it's peak. My one piece of advice is please read the instructions for both stock and custom firmware, especially the latter as the Sony WM DAP's have several areas in the software that dictates the sound signature.

RUSH - 2112

1A on FEv2 (Plus)

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[proedros]

A lot do that It's kind of a slope as time passes the change lessens. My own WM1A has easily passed 1.5K hours so is well and truly at it's peak. My one piece of advice is please read the instructions for both stock and custom firmware, especially the latter as the Sony WM DAP's have several areas in the software that dictates the sound signature.

RUSH - 2112


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imagine the listening parties thrown in Canada (and USA) from Rush fans on December 21st , 2112

21.12.2112

 

[elrey]

If you don’t mind, what was the cs inquiry about?

Hello, the question was about getting the DX220 with the combination of amp that I was looking for. But they took so long to answer that I got the reply after I purchased it from an authorized reseller.

 

[quisxx]

Hello, the question was about getting the DX220 with the combination of amp that I was looking for. But they took so long to answer that I got the reply after I purchased it from an authorized reseller.

Thanks.

 

[Holdmyown83]

The M9 is highly regarded and ranks high among iems. It has very good bass and plenty of it but one thing you might need to consider is if you like bass and are used to having dynamic driver bass the BA bass might not be for you. I tried the M7 & M9 looking for a replacement for my XBA-Z5 and as much as I really liked them and wanted to buy they just didn't match the properties of dynamic bass. This is just my experience and I have seen other make comments too, otherwise go for it they are great quality in design and sound and that Sony synergy should be magic.
I own the MDR-Z1R and tried the original Z7, I don't know how much the Z7M2 differ in specs. The Z1R sound excellent from the 1A and are totally satisfying, I have made comments saying overheads can benefit from being driven with a higher power output, but that is only if you would want to try to get more out of them, it is not a requirement but a potential upgrade, otherwise like I said they are a good choice. Overheads generally do get warm though so perhaps iems might be a better choice?

I’ll have to disagree with that one. Coming from someone who also values the z5 for the bass the M9 will give you what you’re look for. The bass and added dynamics are awesoooommmeee. BUT. They can be a tad weird in the fitting department. Meaning they have to be just right for that bass to hit but once you get it you won’t be disappointed s

 

[Hinomotocho]

I’ll have to disagree with that one. Coming from someone who also values the z5 for the bass the M9 will give you what you’re look for. The bass and added dynamics are awesoooommmeee. BUT. They can be a tad weird in the fitting department. Meaning they have to be just right for that bass to hit but once you get it you won’t be disappointed s

For my ears there was something about the M9 bass that didn't match the Z5 16mm driver bass, I have read comments and reviews mentioning similar things when I reconsidered them last year. Perhaps it is just the rumble factor and there are probably other traits of bass that the M9 excels in.
I was just sharing my opinion as he had iems with dynamic drivers.

 

[Artmuzz]

I received delivery of the Sony WM1A this morning and it is a work of beauty.

The build quality is very nice and I paired my Sennheiser HD600 to the WM1A and listened to the demo track on the DAP and the sound quality is sublime and lush.

I will install my music library later today and report back.

 

[Akogingu]

So any recommendations for a pair of open-back headphones that work wonderfully with the 1A/1Z? I've been considering the Hifiman Arya and an old post back in the former thread said these DAPs should be able to drive it, but I'm still not sure if that's 100% the case. General consensus seems to be IEMs pair best with these things, but I was really hoping to get to enjoy the additional "being there" feeling that open-backs apparently can help with.

Most people's signatures and posts seem to report usage with IEMs, so if anyone uses these with open-backs, let me know

 

[quisxx]

So any recommendations for a pair of open-back headphones that work wonderfully with the 1A/1Z? I've been considering the Hifiman Arya and an old post back in the former thread said these DAPs should be able to drive it, but I'm still not sure if that's 100% the case. General consensus seems to be IEMs pair best with these things, but I was really hoping to get to enjoy the additional "being there" feeling that open-backs apparently can help with.

Most people's signatures and posts seem to report usage with IEMs, so if anyone uses these with open-backs, let me know

I use my all closed backs as opened, not sure if that helps lol.

 

[Queen6]

So any recommendations for a pair of open-back headphones that work wonderfully with the 1A/1Z? I've been considering the Hifiman Arya and an old post back in the former thread said these DAPs should be able to drive it, but I'm still not sure if that's 100% the case. General consensus seems to be IEMs pair best with these things, but I was really hoping to get to enjoy the additional "being there" feeling that open-backs apparently can help with.

Most people's signatures and posts seem to report usage with IEMs, so if anyone uses these with open-backs, let me know

WM1A/Z doesn't have the power to drive Arya optimally as the HP is somewhat demanding. Ananda is the better choice for lower power DAP's being far easier to drive.

It's all in the numbers; higher the impedance and lower the efficiency the harder the HP/IEM will be to drive. i.e. Hifiman Ananda at 25 Ohms & 103db sensitivity will be far easier to drive than Hifiman Arya at 35 Ohm & 90db sensitivity.

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[poli]

Hi all,
I am a bit new here, but recently ordered a WM1A (used, but like new 4 months old). It is my 2nd DAP I am looking forward to receive it and test it. I am sure I will be back here to ask some questions and check the older posts in this thread.
cheers,
Poli

 

[nc8000]

Hi all,
I am a bit new here, but recently ordered a WM1A (used, but like new 4 months old). It is my 2nd DAP I am looking forward to receive it and test it. I am sure I will be back here to ask some questions and check the older posts in this thread.
cheers,
Poli

And the 3.000 pages in the original thread

 

[poli]

And the 3.000 pages in the original thread

haha.. ah, I only saw this thread
Well, that gives me something to do while I upload my music library through USB 2.0...

 

[Steen Pihl]

haha.. ah, I only saw this thread
Well, that gives me something to do while I upload my music library through USB 2.0...

Right here: https://www.head-fi.org/threads/sony-nw-wm1z-wm1a.815841/ Any questions Walkman-related, will be answered in this tread!

 

[Hinomotocho]

Right here: https://www.head-fi.org/threads/sony-nw-wm1z-wm1a.815841/ Any questions Walkman-related, will be answered in this tread!

highly informative AND entertaining - there were some great debates and don't forget the climactic ending.