Teardown and component explanation
youtube video with all the specs of all IC chips used in the Ultra. 22 minutes, poster yesterday
youtube video with all the specs of all IC chips used in the Ultra. 22 minutes, poster yesterday
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I suspect that network (for wifi) and location are associated because if they were separate you could allow an app to scan the wifi networks at which point they are able to know exactly where you are and you might not be aware of this. Combining them in this way allows you to consider whether you want to grant them this info - it's not that they need it or will use it but you're trusting them, in this case explicitly.
This site is a total mess but you get the idea: https://wigle.net/
Curious what you all think about re-clocking the WiiM Ultras USB output with the SMSL PO100, in order to improve the sound:
It kinda sounds like audiophile BS to me and I use the USB as an input for my music files, but I'm curious if there's any merit to the idea.
It kinda sounds like audiophile BS to me and I use the USB as an input for my music files, but I'm curious if there's any merit to the idea.
Pointless. Audiophool BS.
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Currently dac->amp utilizing dac preamp volume control. If I connect the ultra to my current dac would each maintain volume control creating the same safety function of a separate preamp? The nightmare scenario of a dac preamp malfunction leaving me with blown tweeters and dead ears is not pleasant.
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Good morning, has anyone seen this video:
In my case, I had to buy two pieces, the SMSL PO100 and the other one he recommended, the SMSL SU-1...
Do you think it makes sense and would there really be a difference in hearing?
Thanks
In my case, I had to buy two pieces, the SMSL PO100 and the other one he recommended, the SMSL SU-1...
Do you think it makes sense and would there really be a difference in hearing?
Thanks
JustJones
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No, unless you're trying to use it as an isolation device between a noisy usb fixing a ground loop or other noise issue and the Wiim. The SU1 isn't doing anything to improve or degrade the sound. I really don't understand the point of coming to ASR and posting idiotic YouTube reviews filled with subjective babble and no measurements to back it up.
I don't really understand why USB would be better than optical outputs or how/why re-clocking works so I was hoping to get the benefit of people here who have more knowledge and experience.
I had the mistaken idea that this is what discussion boards like this were for.
I had the mistaken idea that this is what discussion boards like this were for.
JustJones
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Reclocking is useless since it's going to be buffered and clocked by the Wiim. Master clocks are used in studios where there can be numerous AD/DA devices involved and they all need to sync.
Thank you for your answer. I just disagree with the placement on ASR. After all, this type of question, at least for me, was important to have an answer. I don't have much knowledge and, as some people say, it's a waste of money. And I think that in the end, many people who don't even participate will read it and not spend money buying these things. I think that the more we put this information out there, the more information there will be for everyone.
JustJones
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The information is already here.
Good for isolation
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@Abdo @rgruber see also https://www.audiosciencereview.com/...view-measurements-streamer.42300/post-2142112 where the same video was posted and some counter evidence provided.
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Only true in a few countries.
Yep just ordered it from Belgium. It's weird the discount is only in Italy, but next-day delivery was just €8. Still an awesome deal
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Just ordered a Wiim Ultra on the Black Friday deal! I'm stoked.
Been wanting to try a decent spec'd streamer/preamp/eq. box since I saw the Minidsp SHD. While I like many features of the SHD, I couldn't turn down the price of this box to try out a dedicated 2 channel setup. Wish it had balanced outputs and had crossover capability to to drive L+R subwoofers in stereo, But I'm converting from single ended processor line outs anyway and currently have mono sub out. Going to be fun to play with and see if I think I hear any difference* between it and my current worst rated (on this site) NAD T753 in stereo mode.
*Pretty sure I will hear a difference. The Wiim should allow me to directly input the exact PEQ filters my speaker manufacturer recommends. That will be fun to do in itself to see how different my speakers sound. Never been able to try that with the NAD.
Been wanting to try a decent spec'd streamer/preamp/eq. box since I saw the Minidsp SHD. While I like many features of the SHD, I couldn't turn down the price of this box to try out a dedicated 2 channel setup. Wish it had balanced outputs and had crossover capability to to drive L+R subwoofers in stereo, But I'm converting from single ended processor line outs anyway and currently have mono sub out. Going to be fun to play with and see if I think I hear any difference* between it and my current worst rated (on this site) NAD T753 in stereo mode.
*Pretty sure I will hear a difference. The Wiim should allow me to directly input the exact PEQ filters my speaker manufacturer recommends. That will be fun to do in itself to see how different my speakers sound.
Never been able to try that with the NAD.Similar threads
