[AlwaysForward]

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[AlwaysForward]

So I picked up a Topping G5 portable DAC/amp to pair with the VZR because it’s basically their core desktop architecture shrunk and these things are easy to power.

I’m absolutely floored with what I’m experiencing with this thing and these cans. It really is desktop caliber output that’s directly comparable with my Audeze Deckard, at least with these cans.

What really impresses me is the DAC! It’s much cleaner than the Deckard. I do think the Deckard has the better amp and am going to try the DAC only mode from the topping with the Deckard Amp. I’ll bet that’s pretty smashing.

I picked up mini shoulder bag from Amazon that perfectly holds the g5 & phone both snugly on my solar plexus. It’s actually a better portability experience than Quidelix/Dongles because the cables are basically nested on the body, and don’t tangle up when going about your day. Putting both in a mini bag should be the default move around here, imho.

10/10 Recommended Bag.
9/10 Recommended G5. Nothing is perfect but it’s hard to find a fault.

Long Keeper Mini Sling Bag - Men... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BRV6NTPX?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

 

[silent-circuit]

So I picked up a Topping G5 portable DAC/amp to pair with the VZR because it’s basically their core desktop architecture shrunk and these things are easy to power.

I’m absolutely floored with what I’m experiencing with this thing and these cans. It really is desktop caliber output that’s directly comparable with my Audeze Deckard, at least with these cans.

What really impresses me is the DAC! It’s much cleaner than the Deckard. I do think the Deckard has the better amp and am going to try the DAC only mode from the topping with the Deckard Amp. I’ll bet that’s pretty smashing.

I picked up mini shoulder bag from Amazon that perfectly holds the g5 & phone both snugly on my solar plexus. It’s actually a better portability experience than Quidelix/Dongles because the cables are basically nested on the body, and don’t tangle up when going about your day. Putting both in a mini bag should be the default move around here, imho.

10/10 Recommended Bag.
9/10 Recommended G5. Nothing is perfect but it’s hard to find a fault.

Long Keeper Mini Sling Bag - Men... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BRV6NTPX?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Funny you say the DAC in the G5 is better - most who have any complaint about its sound seem to believe the DAC is its weak point and the amp section is very strong; there are a few that use it with a separate portable DAC, even.

I personally have no issues given the price point. Yes, the D90/A90 stack sounds better to my ear, but it's also not portable and cost about 5x as much, so it better. That said, they're closer than I ever would have imagined.

 

[AlwaysForward]

Funny you say the DAC in the G5 is better - most who have any complaint about its sound seem to believe the DAC is its weak point and the amp section is very strong; there are a few that use it with a separate portable DAC, even.

I personally have no issues given the price point. Yes, the D90/A90 stack sounds better to my ear, but it's also not portable and cost about 5x as much, so it better. That said, they're closer than I ever would have imagined.

I am sorry, but I don't buy this without examples. Can you link to people calling the G5 Dac an underperformer using a separate dac in a portable rig setup?

 

[jsmiller58]

I am sorry, but I don't buy this without examples. Can you link to people calling the G5 Dac an underperformer using a separate dac in a portable rig setup?

Not agreeing or disagreeing with any of the observations. But in case you are interested in some observations, you can follow the thread from this point onward:

https://www.head-fi.org/threads/topping-g5.964663/post-17654536

 

[AlwaysForward]

Not agreeing or disagreeing with any of the observations. But in case you are interested in some observations, you can follow the thread from this point onward:

https://www.head-fi.org/threads/topping-g5.964663/post-17654536

Good find. That would explain it. I don't think this is a great data-set in support of "dac is bad, people bypass" but it is there in the thread.

 

[jsmiller58]

Good find. That would explain it. I don't think this is a great data-set in support of "dac is bad, people bypass" but it is there in the thread.

And for what it’s worth, I actually think well of my G5’s performance, I just wanted to offer up the thread. Anyway, to me the only limitation is the G5’s size. Unless I am driving something demanding, I settle on the more petite BTR7.

 

[AlwaysForward]

And for what it’s worth, I actually think well of my G5’s performance, I just wanted to offer up the thread. Anyway, to me the only limitation is the G5’s size. Unless I am driving something demanding, I settle on the more petite BTR7.

I highly recommend this bag, then: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BRV6NTPX?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share&tag=headfi-20

Put the g5 and the phone in it. It’s amazingly portable.

 

[AlwaysForward]

I had a chance to try the Topping’s DAC in front of the Deckard and it wasn’t a great combination. Each device sounds better on it’s own than their combination, lol

 

[Scratchansniff]

I have seen a model one for sale on Facebook if people are looking for one in the UK. It's pretty cheap too.

 

[4udio7ool]

It's very strong and nice. It's not a perfect eq, but the headset sounds much better to my ears now. Anyone else have any EQ or graph to share of this headset?

FWIW this is what I currently use:

PK 75hz -4.0db 1.0q
PK 346hz -7.6db 1.3q
HS 2500hz 3.0db
HS 4000hz -2.0db

I started with a 20hz-400hz measurement off of my EARS rig and tuned the treble by ear. I was attempting to keep the strong subbass that these headphones excel at while reducing the boom. It is indeed a wonky FR but in all honesty, these are the most open sounding closed-back headphones I've heard.

@GadgetryTech What measurement rig are you using for the FR graph?

 

[AlwaysForward]

I have seen a model one for sale on Facebook if people are looking for one in the UK. It's pretty cheap too.

@RPGWiZaRD

 

[sindri1980]

Hi everyone,

Just FYI, mine is in the Classified section to be shipped within Europe, in case someone is interested and wants to avoid importing it

https://www.head-fi.org/classifieds/vzr-model-one-gaming-headset.53055/

 

[Scratchansniff]

@RPGWiZaRD

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/316766234045216/

 

[Magmaviper]

Anyone get some Crosstalk when using the extension cable that came with the VZR Model One? When using it on the PS5 my friends can hear themselves when I'm using it, but when I take off they can't hear themselves anymore.