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That's the regular price on Amazon for the last year or so.

The Electrocompaniet ECD1 is still a solid DAC, close to top-of-the-line in its day. Built like a tank and made in Norway, it featured the Crystal/CIRRUS Logic CS4398 chip along with additional upsampling circuitry to 192 kHz. While it upsamples signals to 192 kHz, it likely only accepts input...

Not really. My IEMs are 16 to 32 Ohms, but I keep the volume low for health reasons. After going to way too many live concerts, I’m trying to hang on to what hearing I’ve got left. From what I understand, the issue comes down to quality control, plus those SGM buffer chip amps are known to be...

I went through two FiiO KA11 dongles, and both crapped out on me pretty quickly. The devices would get recognized, but there was no sound output at all. Luckily, Amazon refunded me for both without any hassle.

I mean Apple Music's 'high-resolution' content when played through a recent iPhone with an external DAC or dongle DAC connected via its USB-C port (not the obsolete Lightning jack). If the DAC has a display, it should show the same sampling rate as the playing stream—so, for example, it should...

If you can’t or won’t answer my question, why bother responding at all? Your comment is a waste of bandwidth, time, and energy—for both of us. This topic matters to me, and with all due respect, who are you to judge its importance? I’ll wait for input from those who actually want to engage...

I agree that, most likely, there’s no audible difference, and this debate may seem unimportant to some. However, I’ve asked for help to settle this argument and establish the fact, primarily for my own selfish sense of resolution and clarity. There’s nothing wrong with seeking answers...

I'm having a debate with a colleague about using Apple Music on an iPhone with an external portable USB C DAC or dongle. I believe the iPhone alters or up-samples the audio in some way, resulting in a non-bit-perfect output that doesn't match the original track's sample rate. My colleague...

If you're looking for a fun pair of earphones on a budget, I highly recommend the KBEAR Rosefinch IEMs. They're an excellent option in the low-cost category, priced well under $30. These IEMs deliver an engaging sound while offering good build quality and comfort for the price. The tuning is...

The BTR7 DAC/Amp/Bluetooth device has its flaws, with the battery being a notable weak point, as it degrades significantly over time. While the display is a welcome feature, it falls short by lacking sufficiently clear and detailed information. The inclusion of wireless charging is appreciated...

KZ and CCA IEMs are known for their unreliable performance, often developing severe channel imbalance or having one side cut out after just a few hours. I’ve personally owned the KZ D-Fi, KZ EDC Pro, and CCA CRA, and all of them failed shortly after purchase, which was a major disappointment...

For Jazz, I'm very happy with Fiio/Jade JD7, Sennheiser IE200, Ikko OH300 and Kefine Delci as long as you have them matched with the proper eartips, ARTTI T10 is a bit "lean" and "thin"... In the ultra budget department, I like Truthear Zero Blue (not very comfortable though), 7Hz Salnotes Zero...

There are a few GUI front ends available: https://github.com/mhogomchungu/media-downloader https://ytdlp.online/

Radial Engineering, based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, acquired the Dynaco trademark and intellectual property in 2013 and held it when the amplifier under review was manufactured. The company underwent reorganization and was sold to new owners in 2018. As of 2024, Radial Engineering...

I have encountered the same irritating problem when allowing Tidal to use its own driver with my Android phone: using Tidal on Android with an external USB DAC (BTR7 or any other), there's an audio playback problem that occurs when transitioning from an MQA track to a non-MQA track. The Tidal...

ARTTI R1 is just OK. My personal choice for fun, warm IEMs under $90, I rate Fiio/Jade JD7 on top, followed by Ikko OH300, ARTTI R1, BLON X HBB Z300 then 7Hz Salnotes Zero V2 in that order. YMMV.

Basically, if I get the 1.1 firmware file and install it, will my device be up-to-date? Does this file even exist, and can the original model be updated to latest version without causing damage? I'm not sure if it's worth the trouble and potential risk of bricking my device just for a few...

I purchased the original SMSL 300SE Desktop DAC/Headphone Amp when it was first released. Now, I notice it being advertised everywhere as an "upgraded/improved" version. Can someone shed some light on the differences between the original and upgraded versions? Are there clear advantages to the...

My AI generator says: "Opting for a more restrained and humble tone of expression not only enhances the discourse within this forum but also fosters a broader understanding among its participants. Embracing a language that eschews bombast and pomposity paves the way for clearer communication and...

What are you trying to say? Could you clarify your message? It appears somewhat disjointed and incoherent. Please aim for clearer communication to benefit all readers. Also, regarding the French expression, it should be "Les promesses n'engagent que ceux qui les écoutent." What's the matter?