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    DAP discussion thread

    If possible, I recommend you try and use the RS2 as a DAC paired to an external Amp, the sound quality improves nicely with better dynamics,...
    Post by: AudioFile12377, May 10, 2023 in forum: IEMs and Portable Gear
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    DAP discussion thread

    I would recommend that you format it from the device (RS2) itself. It will also work when formatting it from the PC, I think I had mine formatted...
    Post by: AudioFile12377, Mar 25, 2023 in forum: IEMs and Portable Gear
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    DAP discussion thread

    I'm a huge believer in overall synergy of different gears in an audio chain so I always mess around with different combinations. I did try the...
    Post by: AudioFile12377, Mar 23, 2023 in forum: IEMs and Portable Gear
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    DAP discussion thread

    The Mojo 2 on it's own isn't really that expensive for me so I can get it again no issues there. For desktop use, I'm happy with the EF400. Even...
    Post by: AudioFile12377, Mar 6, 2023 in forum: IEMs and Portable Gear
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    DAP discussion thread

    I actually sold my Mojo 2, like you said, it's very Dynamic and it's ability to resolve and place all the sounds in the head stage with no...
    Post by: AudioFile12377, Mar 5, 2023 in forum: IEMs and Portable Gear
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    DAP discussion thread

    As for my experiment with DAPs, I think at the moment, I'll keep the DX170 to use as a Bit-Perfect source (SRC Bypass) and upgrade my portable...
    Post by: AudioFile12377, Mar 5, 2023 in forum: IEMs and Portable Gear
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    DAP discussion thread

    I generally avoid foams but I'll give them a try, I think I have those foam tips you mentioned from when I got the Campfire Honeydew.
    Post by: AudioFile12377, Mar 5, 2023 in forum: IEMs and Portable Gear
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    DAP discussion thread

    Ok, so the DX170 arrived some time back and I've since been using it as my primary device for portable use. Overall, I think as a whole package,...
    Post by: AudioFile12377, Mar 4, 2023 in forum: IEMs and Portable Gear
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    DAP discussion thread

    I purchased a used DX170 and it's on route. If you want me to, I can share how it sounds against some other portable DACs. I'm new to the DAP game...
    Post by: AudioFile12377, Feb 22, 2023 in forum: IEMs and Portable Gear
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    DAP discussion thread

    I don't have much experience with DAPs, only owned 1 DAP (RS2) and that one isn't a full fledged DAP so thought I'd ask my question here. I'm...
    Post by: AudioFile12377, Feb 17, 2023 in forum: IEMs and Portable Gear
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    DAP discussion thread

    I have been using the RS2 for ~4 months. I agree with most of what @Stuff Jones says, especially about UI and sluggish drag down menu. There are...
    Post by: AudioFile12377, Feb 17, 2023 in forum: IEMs and Portable Gear
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    New Members - Introduce Yourself

    Hi all, I recently joined this forum and hopefully will stay here for sometime. I've been in this hobby for ~3 years and have mostly focused on...
    Post by: AudioFile12377, Dec 26, 2022 in forum: Tales from the Bully Pulpit
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    Chord Mojo 2

    Sorry for the delayed response, I was busy with stuff at home. @limesoft thanks for your suggestions about using USB decrapifiers with the Mojo 2....
    Post by: AudioFile12377, Dec 26, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    Chord Mojo 2

    I see, that's unfortunate. I look into some of the other options. Thanks for your time.
    Post by: AudioFile12377, Dec 13, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    Chord Mojo 2

    Hi, I recently got the Mojo 2 and agree with your impressions here, the Resolution, Clarity, Detail... are good on the Mojo 2 but I'm missing the...
    Post by: AudioFile12377, Dec 12, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers