[Richsvt]

just purchased the A5 to pair with my X3ii. Had the E12 a long time ago so interested to hear how this sounds.
On a stacking note, what's the consensus on the  silicon bands vs stacking kit vs Dual Lock? I would like to have the screen free from the silicon bands but the kit I had last time was a little flimsy. I am worried about the adhesive residue for the dual lock. Any comments?

 

[Cinder]

I don't have the X3ii, but the bands don't encroach on the screen on my AP100.

 

[fish1050]

  just purchased the A5 to pair with my X3ii. Had the E12 a long time ago so interested to hear how this sounds.
On a stacking note, what's the consensus on the  silicon bands vs stacking kit vs Dual Lock? I would like to have the screen free from the silicon bands but the kit I had last time was a little flimsy. I am worried about the adhesive residue for the dual lock. Any comments?

I have been using dual lock for a couple of years now and it works great. I have my Sony A17 dual locked to my Q1.  I have replaced the strips a few times as I changed from the E11 to the A3 and now the Q1.  I get a tiny bit sometimes but it comes right off with a little soap and water.
 
The nice thing about dual lock is it has a very low profile vs regular velcro so it gives it a very clean look when stacked.  If I want to charge one device I can snap them apart easily vs having to pull them apart with regular velcro.  When connected it holds very well and I have never had the devices come apart on their own.

 

[Richsvt]

fish,
thanks for that. Nice to hear some positive feedback about how it has been working for some...

 

[MihoLN]

Anyone tried this with MDR-Z7? cauz I am still finding a good amp which can drive it fairly and not too expensive : P

 

[oldmate]

So when can we expect some reviews??

 

[Cinder]

I'll have mine done once I get in some more test earphones and headphones. Right now, everything I own is low impedance and high sensitivity.

 

[FiiO]

  I'll have mine done once I get in some more test earphones and headphones. Right now, everything I own is low impedance and high sensitivity.

Hi, Cinder
Looking forward to read your review soon!

 

[Lohb]

Is the bass boost region like the first version E12 ?
 
I think there were 2 versions of E12, and some liked the tighter EQ zone of the first one if I remember.

 

[Lohb]

Well done Fiio anyway for bringing an excellently priced amp with Muse 02... !
Industrial design also looking great.

 

[palermo]

will be great if they launch Muses01 edition. A5 apply +/-11V is good enough for wide range opamp voltage recuirement

 

[Richsvt]

Just received the A5 and connected it with the X3ii. Using my IT03s. Listening to Steely Dan's Aja, damn, gave me shivers all over again. Had it on low gain, black background, no hiss I could detect. Very nice depth and sound. This is a little warmer than the E12 I had some years ago. I like it a lot. Great synergy with the X3ii, as you would expect. My IT03s were singing. I know what I'm doing for the rest of the night...

 

 

[snellemin]

will be great if they launch Muses01 edition. A5 apply +/-11V is good enough for wide range opamp voltage recuirement

You could always swap out the Opamp yourself, if you are handy with a soldering iron. Desoldering with the soft copper legs of the Muses is a challenge though. 

 

[literallywho]

(Well, it looks like I can't post pics yet...)
 
 
I received mine earlier today. You can listen while you charge.
 
 
I'm coming from an e11 and I'll add more pics and info later.

 

[palermo]

You could always swap out the Opamp yourself, if you are handy with a soldering iron. Desoldering with the soft copper legs of the Muses is a challenge though. 

I look back at your post. you've done nice job, thanks for inspiring