[Andreaseb]

I've recently ordered a WDS-1 and it should be with me in about a week or so. I will give impressions and do a comparison with the DAC in my Xonar STX II.

 

[HiFiGuy528]

  My new woo audio WDS 1 could not be turned on instantly after it is being switched off. Is it normal?

 
That is normal.  We've built-in a circuit to protect the digital chips from rapid power cycling.  
 

  I've recently ordered a WDS-1 and it should be with me in about a week or so. I will give impressions and do a comparison with the DAC in my Xonar STX II.

 
Congratulations!  We look forward to your listening impressions and pics.

 

[Andreaseb]

I've listened too the WDS-1 for a few weeks now and here are my impressions, note that my opinion probably isn't worth much since this setup is pretty much the only one I've listened to:
It looks and feels great, the build quality is amazing!
I've paired it with a WA6-SE and a pair of Audeze LCD-2's. The sound of the DAC is very nice, it has that nice analog tone and I don't think it is bright at all. Very musical, especially through my stereo speaker set up.
I'm not the biggest fan of the WA6-SE but had some hopes that the WDS-1 would take it to the next level. Unfortunately I'm not completely satisfied with the combo, the WDS-1 though I think is great.
 
My preference is a little darker, warmer yet very dynamic sound and the WA6-SE probably isn't the best choice for that preference, I'm well aware of that.
 
I think Woo has made a fantastic work with the WDS-1 and I can really recommend it to someone who's looking for a DAC.

 

[jamesng45678]

Will Woo audio launch a new Windows 10 audio driver software for Woo audio wds-1 as my driver does not work well with Windows 10. Thanks

 

[u2u2]

I purchased a WDS 1 at TAVES today. The Woo troops were great to deal with as always. They say no plans to update the unit...

 

[jcn3]

  Will Woo audio launch a new Windows 10 audio driver software for Woo audio wds-1 as my driver does not work well with Windows 10. Thanks

 
have you tried uninstalling the driver and then reinstalling?

 

[jamesng45678]

Yes, the driver work on my computer but it does not run smoothly.

 

[HiFiGuy528]

  Will Woo audio launch a new Windows 10 audio driver software for Woo audio wds-1 as my driver does not work well with Windows 10. Thanks

 
uninstall the current driver and try this one.
 
https://www.dropbox.com/s/zv8d8hs5c21qpdp/CM6631A_WIN10-1.01%28CR%29.zip?dl=0
 
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I purchased a WDS 1 at TAVES today. The Woo troops were great to deal with as always. They say no plans to update the unit...

 
No need to change a good thing for the sake of change. WDS-1 Reference DAC outperforms many higher priced DACs with all the modern buzz words + the kitchen sink.

 

[jamesng45678]

The driver you send me in the dropbox folder does not work. But anyway thank you for your effort.

 

[HiFiGuy528]

  The driver you send me in the dropbox folder does not work. But anyway thank you for your effort.

 
Were you able to resolve the issue? 
 
We've had success with that driver for other customers.

 

[shapeshifter44]

So how is GUNGNIR MULTIBIT compared to wds-1? Personally I think Schiit is good at DAC while Woo is good at AMP

 

[shapeshifter44]

Waiting for your guys advice, thanks

 

[u2u2]

I have been using a WDS-1 for almost one year. Paired it with a WA22 and WA6. Totally satisfied with the performance and the unit is built tank tough. I have Chord and Sony DACs as well but the Woo remains my work horse. Usual phones are HD800.

 

[shapeshifter44]

Thanks

 

[shapeshifter44]

  I've just received a WDS-1 to go along with my WA22.  First impressions are pretty much what's been said earlier in this thread, exceptionally well built and beautiful object.  I bought this mostly for computer use, but I'm also currently running out of the Toslink on my Sony XA5400ES CD/SACD, balanced and through a Goldpoint XLR switcher, so the WA22 can receive balanced inputs from the Sony and the WDS.  I'm have a very hard time telling the difference, but that's probably a testament to the surprising quality of the Sony more than anything else.  Sound is simply exquisite either way, as much detail as I could ask for and always pleasant.  Still burning in, but I am very pleased, especially with USB operation.  The unit is simple and works without a hitch.

So there is no any issues with the combination of CD player and WDS-1? I know Schiit Bifrost/Gungnir would have a clicking sound with common CD players/transports. And Schiit would even erase the first couple of seconds of a song when using cd players/transports.
 
Thank you.