Luke Reid
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Hiby M300 vs Sony A306 (Japanese uncapped) | Pros of each (31/12/24)
Wins for the Hiby M300:
Faster more smooth user experience due to better chipset
A bit more power/volume/headroom
Significantly cheaper and better value (£179 vs the £329 A306)
Zero noise floor/hiss
Wins for the Sony A306 (Japanese uncapped):
Slightly brighter screen
Better battery life (35 hours vs 24 hours on the M300)
Better ergonomics/more comfortable in one hand
Can do bit perfect (via native Sony Music app)
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My experience, comparison & summary of DAPs that I have tested & compared (26/12/24)
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I prefer smaller more portable DAPs with good battery life and responsive, snappy software/UI, etc. DAPs like the Sony A306 (Japanese Uncapped) & Hiby M300 sound fantastic. The larger, more powerful and significantly more expensive DAPs I don't think are worth it and they do not sound much different or better. Main sound differences (possibly placebo) are slight variation in scale/size of sound...
Green iBasso DX180 (32gb, 3gb ram) for sale! £370
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www.ebay.co.uk/itm/286202517240?mkevt=1&mkpid=0&emsid=e12000.m113256.l116967&mkcid=7&ch=osgood&euid=2ed36ca609f24d2bbb893e6ac47d0a1a&bu=45150190444&osub=-1~1&crd=20241206133546&segname=12000&mkevt=1&mkpid=0&emsid=e12000.m113256.l116967&mkcid=7&ch=osgood&euid=2ed36ca609f24d2bbb893e6ac47d0a1a&bu=45150190444&osub=-1~1&crd=20241206133546&segname=12000
Android TV Music Apps: VLC, MX, UAPP (APK) | Samsung Q990D sounds great for music playback
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A walkthrough a sideloaded APK of USB Audio Player Pro for Android TV. Using this allows you to use Qobuz directly, so bit perfect, on an Android TV device (2019 Nvidia Shield Pro). It has issues in terms of scrolling as it is not fully formatted for Android TV. UAPP (USB Audio Player Pro) nor Qobuz Apps are available on Google Play (Android TV version). For local file Music playback VLC and MX...
Pedalboard: Walkthrough, considerations, components (board, power supply, cables, etc)
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Some considerations to think about if you are building a large pedalboard. I use: Warwick Rockboard Cinque 5.3 Cioks DC 7 & 8 expander EBS Gold Flat Patch Cables Dual Lock 3m Pedals: Boss SY-1 Polytune Mini 3 Hotone Soul Press II Mission Expressionator Strymon Mobius Electro-Harmonix Super Pulsar Tremolo Boss OD-200 Hologram Electronics Infinite Jets Red Panda Tensor Electro-Harmonix 1440 Loope...
ibasso DX180: Poor performance with USB Audio Player Pro (UAPP)
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UAPP doesn't work very well on the ibasso DX180. It isn't caching artwork, not reading metadata properly and is generally a bit jittery and slow. On every other DAP I have tried UAPP has worked much better on. The only worse UAPP performance on a DAP is the Sony A306.
Blackstar HT-20 Mk III Guitar Amp: Sound Samples (recordings)
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Sound samples recorded on the Blackstar HT-20 Mk III using a mic on the speaker, via Cabrig (direct Amp output) & via USB C/Architect (direct Amp output) ua-cam.com/video/QsiAPF_as3w/v-deo.htmlsi=6juxRui9wrW8sPHs
Blackstar HT-20 MK III: A great Amp for home playing, recording & silent playing, recording
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I think the Blackstar HT-20 MK III is fantastic for my requirements: Home playing, recording Can record direct from the amp into an interface, via a jack, or into a computer, via a USB output It has a line in/aux It has headphone (wired) connectivity for silent playing, etc It sounds fantastic (cleans), better than my Fender Twin Reverb Deluxe It is light & portable Valve Amp It has a 2 watt op...
Favourite Albums (27/9/24)
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Screen recording on the ibasso DX180. It isn't the smoothest.
Sony "Music Player" App walkthrough
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The Sony stock player for their DAPs is very good. The only one I prefer is USB Audio Player Pro. Unfortunately it is only for Sony devices and can't be used as a third party app on non Sony devices. *Edit/correction* After more testing the Sony Music Player does read edited metadata on AIFF files. No artwork for "Feel The Real" issue after messing with it (deleting/editing/re-uploading onto SD...
Avoid adverts on YouTube | YouTube not what it used to be | Google is evil
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Google/UA-cam is now spammed with adverts. It is horrible to use and ruins anything you are tying to watch or listen to. UA-cam/Google is now also highly corporatised and actively boosts, promotes corporate and partnered entities & creators over small independent ones. In short, it rigs the algorithm. UA-cam/Google is also unethical, highly censorious and explicitly politically partisan (left l...
ibasso DX180: Initial impressions | walkthrough
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I like the size, ergonomics and form factor of the ibasso dx180. Sound is pretty much the same as other DAPs I have heard and reviewed previously. The only noticeably audible difference in sound between these devices is the Sony NW-WM1AM2 and Fiio M23 both have a wider soundstage. All Sony devices I have tried have a noise floor. Mango Player is decent but ibasso really need to improve the navi...
Fiio M23 DAP for sale £540 (12/9/24)
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Mint condition Fiio M23 for sale with original box and accessories. Sounds great but I don't like the ergonomics of the device. www.ebay.co.uk/itm/286057302071
Two Notes Opus for sale £220 (12/9/24)
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reverb.com/item/84623843-two-notes-opus-amp-sim-dynir-engine-2023-present-black?publish_confirmation=true www.ebay.co.uk/itm/286062028524
My impressions using the RME Fireface UCX II (12/9/24)
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My impressions using the RME Fireface UCX II (12/9/24)
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DAP vs Phone/Phone & Dongle for music | Each has pros & cons
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DAP vs Phone/Phone & Dongle for music | Each has pros & cons
Fiio M23: Longer term impressions | David Poe Album upload removed
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Fiio M23: Longer term impressions | David Poe Album upload removed
IEM Tips I use: AZLA SednaEarfit Crystal, SpinFit, Thieaudio stock tips (9/9/24)
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IEM Tips I use: AZLA SednaEarfit Crystal, SpinFit, Thieaudio stock tips (9/9/24)
Damaged (cracked screen) Sony A306 (Japanese Uncapped) for sale £100 (8/8/24)
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Damaged (cracked screen) Sony A306 (Japanese Uncapped) for sale £100 (8/8/24)
Happy with my IEMs/DAPs | Evri lose my £1200 device | Audiofool projects onto me yet again (8/7/24)
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Happy with my IEMs/DAPs | Evri lose my £1200 device | Audiofool projects onto me yet again (8/7/24)
Favourite Albums (Updated)
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Favourite Albums (Updated)
My 2 years comparing audio equipment: Audiofool placebo, marginal gains, law of diminishing returns
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My 2 years comparing audio equipment: Audiofool placebo, marginal gains, law of diminishing returns
Fiio M23: Good sound, good build quality, like desktop mode | Walkthrough
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Fiio M23: Good sound, good build quality, like desktop mode | Walkthrough
Hiby now sold | Sony still for sale | LG-V60 48 hour battery life | Current IEMs
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Hiby now sold | Sony still for sale | LG-V60 48 hour battery life | Current IEMs
SALE! Hiby R6 Pro 2 £400 & Sony NW-WM1AM2 (Uncapped) £1000
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SALE! Hiby R6 Pro 2 £400 & Sony NW-WM1AM2 (Uncapped) £1000
Sony NW-WM1AM2 (uncapped) Review & Comparisons: Good but vastly overpriced for what it is
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Sony NW-WM1AM2 (uncapped) Review & Comparisons: Good but vastly overpriced for what it is
The LG-V60 is pretty much on a par (soundwise) with the Fiio M23, Hiby R6 Pro 2, Sony NW-WM1AM2
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The LG-V60 is pretty much on a par (soundwise) with the Fiio M23, Hiby R6 Pro 2, Sony NW-WM1AM2

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @TonyTarantula
    @TonyTarantula 21 годину тому

    I like this dude's style.

  • @Cons2911
    @Cons2911 День тому

    Would this be worth it for you guys if you’ll only use Spotify? I don’t have a library of music, and that site where you can purchase (quboz or something, I’m new) isn’t available here in my country

  • @Jazzi53
    @Jazzi53 День тому

    Any hints on adding files from NAS to the UAPP Library? The app sees the files, but I haven’t been able to add them to the Library.

  • @imohbalu
    @imohbalu 2 дні тому

    Hi all I am looking for good small FM and AM radio player any recommendations

  • @Tharsis879
    @Tharsis879 3 дні тому

    How did you de-google it?

  • @sanketbanjare5820
    @sanketbanjare5820 3 дні тому

    M23 or lg v60 which is better audio wise

  • @bits-bytes
    @bits-bytes 4 дні тому

    Sorry, but comparing an Edirol from 2002 or a Focusrite with RME and claiming that the higher prices of RME are only for driver quality and long-term driver support is nonsense. Just FYI: TotalMix FX does not use vector graphics, ensuring lag-free operation and metering performance with minimal CPU usage, particularly on older systems with weaker CPUs. You missed mentioning that at least fix scaling options to 135, 200, and 270 percent exist. I would also suggest avoiding level changes and staying more on the topic. I had no interest in Edirol or having to watch trivial operation tasks like volume changes or listening to music. Sorry again, but that was a boring review.

    • @PerputuallyCensored
      @PerputuallyCensored День тому

      And you are an anonymous idiot with an opinion I place zero value on.

  • @jamesp3022
    @jamesp3022 4 дні тому

    Thank you

  • @Leitmotif01
    @Leitmotif01 4 дні тому

    I recommend it 👍

  • @khanyilemgwebi2575
    @khanyilemgwebi2575 5 днів тому

    Just a slight correction from the video,the Samsung Galaxy note 9 never had a 4K display, it's 1440p (2k).

  • @arijitgayen644
    @arijitgayen644 8 днів тому

    No they don't

  • @bexserver
    @bexserver 9 днів тому

    Ehx all the way! Gives a straight sample so I can control the effects after it. Thanks for doing the vid

  • @dag221
    @dag221 9 днів тому

    This is the only review I watched that actually covered the interface of the device. Seeing how the library and player worked is one of the most important things to me. Thanks.

  • @TonyTarantula
    @TonyTarantula 10 днів тому

    What a coincidence I have the same device I bought from the same seller I was also in Japan in 2017 I also took up high-rea audio after leaving Japan I didn't see your video before all this!

  • @jimbles5071
    @jimbles5071 11 днів тому

    Hi Luke! I love your no BS approach to audio equipment! Could you possibly make a video on budget IEMs? There are many choices of cheap budget IEMs but I think it would be cool to get your opinions on them. Thanks

    • @PerputuallyCensored
      @PerputuallyCensored 11 днів тому

      Hello. Unfortunately I only cover stuff I have tried or own. I have no plans to buy more but if I ever get sent stuff then I'll review it.

  • @ewattersonknows
    @ewattersonknows 12 днів тому

    No need to buy the Japanese version as the US version is also on capped

  • @karlooo79
    @karlooo79 13 днів тому

    Well , what do you prefer between nwa55 or nwa306? Does battery life extends on 306 if disabling unwanted apps? Sound quality differences between two sony’s is high? Will use only to listen to mp3 files. Would not use it for streaming

    • @PerputuallyCensored
      @PerputuallyCensored 11 днів тому

      Get an A55 then. Cheaper. No sound differences. Slight differences on the Sony Music App. Battery life is about the same, how I use them.

  • @iron_sight_8727
    @iron_sight_8727 14 днів тому

    With the hiby m300 on there site it says xoe type c or 3.5mm i have no idea which to get it's will be my first dap

  • @karlooo79
    @karlooo79 14 днів тому

    Hello, due to you owned 55 and 306 i have a few questions to ask, Does 306 and 55 sound is different? Can you tell any differences ? On 306 after disabling apps you dont want will battery last longer ? Disabling google apps will also means no background functions will be on? Have you deleted apps you havent used? There is some tutorial how to do it but not sure if that works due to tutorial is for nwa55. Thanks

  • @Frip36
    @Frip36 15 днів тому

    The height of Wolverhampton excitement. The fireworks were nearly blasting through my screen.

  • @Frip36
    @Frip36 15 днів тому

    Would you like to borrow some of my American enthusiasm? I think it may help.

  • @PerputuallyCensored
    @PerputuallyCensored 16 днів тому

    Unforgettable by Nat King Cole (1952) Sings For Two In Love by Nat King Cole (1953) At Last! by Etta James (1961) Please Please Me by The Beatles (1963) With The Beatles by The Beatles (1963) A Hard Day's Night by The Beatles (1964) Ain't That Good News by Sam Cooke (1964) Help! by The Beatles (1965) Rubber Soul by The Beatles (1965) Sunny by Bobby Hebb (1965) Revolver by The Beatles (1966) Magical Mystery Tour by The Beatles (1967) Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (1967) axis: bold as love by Jimi Hendrix (1967) The Beatles by The Beatles (1968) Abbey Road by The Beatles (1969) Five Leaves Left by Nick Drake (1969) Bryter Layter by Nick Drake (1970) What's Going On? by Marvin Gaye (1971) Pink Moon by Nick Drake (1972) Talking Book by Stevie Wonder (1972) Innervisions by Stevie Wonder (1973) Let's Get It On by Marvin Gaye (1973) Amoroso by Joao Gilberto (1976) Off The Wall by Michael Jackson (1979) Thriller by Michael Jackson (1982) Rapture by Anita Baker (1986) Nevermind by Nirvana (1991) Little Earthquake by Tori Amos (1992) Diary Of A Mad Band by Jodeci (1993) Emergency On Planet Earth by Jamiroquai (1993) Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) by Wu-Tang Clan (1993) In Utero by Nirvana (1993) Dummy by Portishead (1994) Grace by Jeff Buckley (1994) My Life by Mary J Blige (1994) No Need To Argue by The Cranberries (1994) Playtyme Is Over by Immature (1994) Ready To Die by The Notorious B.I.G. (1994) Roman Candle by Elliott Smith (1994) The Return Of The Space Cowboy by Jamiroquai (1994) Unplugged In New York by Nirvana (1994) Weezer by Weezer (1994) Elliott Smith by Elliott Smith (1995) Labcabincalifornia by The Pharcyde (1995) Life by The Cardigans (1995) The Bends by Radiohead (1995) The Presidents Of The United States Of America by The Presidents Of The United States Of America (1995) The Moseley Shoals by Ocean Colour Scene (1996) David Poe by David Poe (1997) Either/Or by Elliott Smith (1997) OK Computer by Radiohead (1997) Portishead by Portishead (1997) Razorblade Suitcase by Bush (1997) This Is Not A Love Song by Omar (1997) Urban Hymns by The Verve (1997) Whatever And Ever Amen by Ben Folds Five (1997) Almost Here by The Unbelievable Truth (1998) Is This Desire? by PJ Harvey (1998) Psyence Fiction by UNKLE (1998) We May Be Skinny And Wirey by The Crocketts (1998) XO by Elliott Smith (1998) electro-shock blues by Eels (1998) 13 by Blur (1999) Come On Die Young by Mogwai (1999) The Man Who by Travis (1999) The Unauthorised Biography Of Reinhold Messner by Ben Folds Five (1999) There Is Nothing Left To Lose by Foo Fighters (1999) Jill Scott - Who Is Jill Scott?: Words and Sounds Vol. 1 by Jill Scott (2000) Kid A by Radiohead (2000) Parachutes by Coldplay (2000) Asleep In The Back by Elbow (2001) Run Come Save Me by Roots Manuva (2001) Simple Things by Zero 7 (2001) () by Sigur Ros (2002) In Search Of... by N.E.R.D (2002) Songs For The Deaf by Queens Of The Stone Age (2002) The Late Album by David Poe (2002) Bodysong by Jonny Greenwood (2003) Veneer by Jose Gonzales (2003) Love Is Red by David Poe (2005) Takk by Sigur Ros (2005) Intergalactic Soul by DJ Spinna (2006) Songs From The Deep Forest by Duke Special (2006) The Eraser by Thom Yorke (2006) The information by Beck (2006) In Rainbows by Radiohead (2007) Luvanmusiq by Musiq Soulchild (2007) White Chalk by PJ Harvey (2007) The Seldom Seen Kid by Elbow (2008) Third by Portishead (2008) Seven Dials by IDST (2008) Love After War by Robin Thicke (2011) Everyday Robots by Damon Albarn (2014) Ego Death by The Internet (2015) 2nd Exit by 2nd Exit (2016) A Moon Shaped Pool by Radiohead (2016) Life On Earth (Deluxe Edition) by Musiq Soulchild (2016) Tigallerro by Phonte, Eric Roberson (2016) Feel The Real by Musiq Soulchild (2017) H.E.R. by H.E.R. (20187) Steve Lacy's Demo by Steve Lacy (2017) Wind by Eric Roberson (2017) Pieces Of A Man by Mick Jenkins (2018) I Used To Know Her by H.E.R. (2019) Wilton by Alex Isley & Jack Dine (2019) A Rose In The Dark by Cleo Sol (2020) Texas Sun by Khruangbin & Leon Bridges (2020) Breathe by Sam Wills (2021) Love Suite by Contour (2021) On Earth, And In Heaven by Robin Thicke (2021) xo by Ex Olympic (2021) Based On A Feeling by Sabrina Claudio (2022) Estrela Acesa by Sessa (2022) Everything I Know About Love by Laufey (2022) Gemini Rights by Steve Lacy (2022) Lessons by Eric Roberson (2022) Marigold by Alex Isley & Jack Dine (2022) Onwards by Contour (2022) Texas Moon by Khruangbin & Leon Bridges (2023) Archives & Lullabies by Sabrina Claudio (2023) Chaos For The Fly by Grian Chatten (2023) I left My Hear In Ladera by Terrace Martin & Alex Isley (2023) Red Moon In Venus by Kali Uchis (2023) The Ballad Of Darren by Blur (2023) The Patience by Mick Jenkins (2023) Victims & Villans by Musiq Soulchild & Hit-Boy (2023) Cabana by Lau Ro (2024) Visions by Norah Jones (2024) Why Lawd? by NxWorries, Anderson, Paak, Knxwledge (2024)

  • @karlooo79
    @karlooo79 16 днів тому

    Hmm… cannot make decision yet, should i upgrade from 45 to 55 or 306? The nw-a306 has some issues that i cannot test it myself, cap sound and android os installed, that u can only disable apps… dont get it what sony have done.

  • @MatthewApsey
    @MatthewApsey 17 днів тому

    Most people dislike the proprietary mounting system, but I like the dimensions and perforation of this board compared to others at a similar price, and it should have enough clearance underneath to mount my Fender Engine Room power supplies.

  • @wonderfulwardy
    @wonderfulwardy 19 днів тому

    Hi Luke, I thought you had completely disappeared from the internet after the big 'Co -#Vid farce. Glad to have found you. you look different but happy doing your thing. Do you have a 'X' / twitter handle by any chance so I can follow you there?

    • @PerputuallyCensored
      @PerputuallyCensored 19 днів тому

      Hello. I don’t use Twitter I’m afraid. I have never fully disappeared as I have stuff on Bitchute, etc that I posted on whilst not on UA-cam.

  • @karlooo79
    @karlooo79 19 днів тому

    Hi. Who did you bought it from ? Ebay? Whats sellers id?

    • @PerputuallyCensored
      @PerputuallyCensored 15 днів тому

      www.ebay.co.uk/usr/neetex

    • @karlooo79
      @karlooo79 13 днів тому

      Thanks. Also found it earlier on other your upload's in description, thanks for reply any way too

  • @isai7265
    @isai7265 20 днів тому

    What music player are you using on your v60?

  • @karlooo79
    @karlooo79 22 дні тому

    Hi, thanks for your review. Iam an owner of nw-a45 and was wondering what do you mean that nwa306 has sound level changes, that the unit will have to comply with EU directives …How big sound level is against your nwa55?

    • @PerputuallyCensored
      @PerputuallyCensored 22 дні тому

      I did say that I have a Japanese uncapped one...

    • @karlooo79
      @karlooo79 22 дні тому

      Ok, must have missed that. Mine nw-a45 was bought in 2019, in UK, when checked the EU regulation and says its been around since 2009 or so, therefore the mo3 i have already should be with that regulation on? Just iam wondering the sound differences on both devices…

  • @Richard-ck5zk
    @Richard-ck5zk 24 дні тому

    Can I add my play lists I have on Tidal, into UAP? I can't seem to see a way of doing it...

  • @thomask1424
    @thomask1424 24 дні тому

    Very thorough, thanks.

  • @thomask1424
    @thomask1424 25 днів тому

    Yours is the only review I've watched that mentioned the Android 12 could be upgraded to 13. Also, thanks for saying you didn't need to associate a Google acct with it and the bit about the Aurora store. I just ordered one from Japan, $70 less than Amazon is selling the capped US version for.

  • @thomask1424
    @thomask1424 26 днів тому

    I went ahead and ordered an AW-N306 from Japan (so uncapped) for $75 less than Amazon has the US capped version. Had to settle for a blue one, though, but I'll but a case from Amazon.

    • @Frip36
      @Frip36 15 днів тому

      I'm nearly deaf in one ear. I despise volume caps.

  • @TheFragranceNiche
    @TheFragranceNiche 26 днів тому

    The IE200 is sennheiser’s best IEM

  • @ShadyLurk3r92
    @ShadyLurk3r92 26 днів тому

    Great video mate! Currently been trying to decide between R4 the M300 and A306 I've been pushing towards the M300 so maybe that’s the way to go.

    • @THEBATMAN28AHH
      @THEBATMAN28AHH 21 день тому

      I love my M300. I use it for my massive 325k AAC library. I've paired it with the Liberty Pro 4 earbuds. Happy listening!

  • @TheFragranceNiche
    @TheFragranceNiche 27 днів тому

    Have you tried the Softears Twilight?

  • @jericlamb2676
    @jericlamb2676 28 днів тому

    Some say V20/V30 are good for dap tuning by b&o

  • @eduardoq011
    @eduardoq011 29 днів тому

    Thats nice. I am really torn between a portable dac/amp like mojo2 vs a DAP. People say that DAPS get old really fast, like 3-5 years time while a portable DAC with my phone would be best. Whats your opinion on this? How would it compare a DAC like CM18p or Mojo2 with the sony WM1ZM2? Im between the SP3000M/T and the sony now for DAPS and CM18p or mojo 2 for portable DAC if going this route

    • @PerputuallyCensored
      @PerputuallyCensored 28 днів тому

      I don't go into talking about how specific DAC Chips sound, sorry. I also can't really comment on how things that I have never used sound.

  • @tamersosman
    @tamersosman Місяць тому

    Can it be connected to external dac via USB C to be used as a streamer only and bypass it's internal dac?

  • @MrPatosexyhot
    @MrPatosexyhot Місяць тому

    You could try Tempotec V3. It's a tank!

    • @PerputuallyCensored
      @PerputuallyCensored Місяць тому

      Software and UI doesn't look great for that. I don't even know if it can do gapless with AIFF. I think it is a bit like the Hiby OS, if not based directly on it. I don't like Hiby OS.

  • @Mark-fs7ok
    @Mark-fs7ok Місяць тому

    I really like my uncapped Sony A306 (paid £200 here in Japan), but I find that only get 30+ hours of battery life if I turn off EQ and everything else and go "direct". If I turn on any of the audio enhancements battery life drops to less than 20 hours. That's still not bad, but disappointing.

    • @PerputuallyCensored
      @PerputuallyCensored Місяць тому

      The additional processing is more taxing on the battery unfortunately.

  • @notsimar
    @notsimar Місяць тому

    the m300 is the sleeper entry level player that everyone should get to try for at least a week before trying others.

    • @human6.045
      @human6.045 29 днів тому

      It was my first DAP as I just used my phone. I liked it so much I was going to get a second one while on sale, I ended up getting a HiBi R4, it was on sale too, £147 for the M300 and £225 for the R4. The M300 is more portable and the R4 has more power, I like them both. The reason for two, is so I always have one fully charged while using the other. The R4 heats up less, especially while watching movies on it. Yes, movies lol, I phoned my sister on the M300 using WhatsApp just for the fun of it. Both are very capable little devices, my first androids for many years. I did specifically get them for music, but it's still nice to have options. Less limited than my iphone.

  • @AliasMrHackenbacker
    @AliasMrHackenbacker Місяць тому

    I've still got a NW-A105 euro capped model and the battery life as well as the volume is dire. This stops me from buying any Sony UK DAP. I recently bought the M300 and think it's a great device, so much more power to drive IEMs whereas the Sony is capped and has that annoying message and volume reduction when listening above 85 for any length of time. Personally I wouldn't buy the 306 as I don't feel it's worth twice the price of the M300.

    • @PerputuallyCensored
      @PerputuallyCensored Місяць тому

      I've not had the A105 but from what I've seen IT is the worst iteration of a small Sony DAP. Crap battery life, quite slow and expensive. If you have the volume limited one it is even worse. The A306 is definitely overpriced, especially compared to the M300.

    • @AliasMrHackenbacker
      @AliasMrHackenbacker Місяць тому

      @PerputuallyCensored The only saving grace is that the A105 sounds quite good with efficient IEMs. It's difficult to know how much to spend on a DAP, but I certainly don't want to spend many hundreds on a DAP, so the M300 will do for now

  • @InvidiousIgnoramus
    @InvidiousIgnoramus Місяць тому

    Are there any other Android based DAPs in this size range? These seem to be the only options I've been able to see.

    • @PerputuallyCensored
      @PerputuallyCensored Місяць тому

      I am struggling to think of one.

    • @InvidiousIgnoramus
      @InvidiousIgnoramus Місяць тому

      @PerputuallyCensored Well dang. Guess the M300 is the only way forward for now. At least it's not too much of a cost sink if something nicer comes along.

    • @PerputuallyCensored
      @PerputuallyCensored Місяць тому

      @@InvidiousIgnoramus I'd be amazed if they didn't release a successor for it in 2025. Hiby M300 should do a job for you.

    • @human6.045
      @human6.045 29 днів тому

      @@InvidiousIgnoramus It's a great little device tbh. I was pleasantly surprised. It was my first DAP too, not counting crappy mp3 players of yesteryear of course.

    • @Paintguy75
      @Paintguy75 14 днів тому

      Fiio just dropped the JM21. Not sure on the availability.

  • @n.i.n.a9569
    @n.i.n.a9569 Місяць тому

    I had the same problem on the m300 pausing when the song playing swiches from 24bit to 16bit in UAPP, but I figured it out how to fix it. Go to this setting in UAPP called "internal HiRes audio", and under "HiRes driver flags", manually choose "Direct" and "Direct PCM", then it should be good.I'm guessing that the app is not configured well engough for this device, anyway, I hope you find this helpful.

    • @PerputuallyCensored
      @PerputuallyCensored Місяць тому

      Thanks. I'll give that a try and let you know once my battery test is finished. Gave it a try and it seems to be working. Much appreciated.

    • @brun0re1s
      @brun0re1s 10 днів тому

      I did the same and now it's working. Thanks for the information

  • @knestradalp
    @knestradalp Місяць тому

    you should try the new fiio jm21 and hiby r4

    • @PerputuallyCensored
      @PerputuallyCensored Місяць тому

      Both have poor battery life. Not interested if it can't provide 20 hours at least.

    • @knestradalp
      @knestradalp 29 днів тому

      @@PerputuallyCensored Hiby has released the hiby r3 ii 2025. It is said to have a new and optimized interface, it keeps the same audio chips, but a new processor. In theory, they fixed the slowness issues. You should try it out.

    • @human6.045
      @human6.045 29 днів тому

      @@PerputuallyCensored My Hiby R4 beats the M300 on battery easily...I never ran either down with just music and screen off but tried with a movie just for fun. Same movie, 1h 50m long...M300 used 50% and gets warmer than the R4. The R4 used 20%. Yes, not the best test but even with music it's really good, I notice it's much better, I'm certainly charging the M300 more. Aparently the battery issue was fixed with an update quite a while ago. I like the M300 but if i could only pick one, it would be the R4, it's close though. I use both in inside environments 9/10 times, portability for outside environments, then I'd pick the M300.

    • @PerputuallyCensored
      @PerputuallyCensored 28 днів тому

      @@human6.045 No it doesn't. R4 has an advertised 10 hours. I'll be charitable and say 15 hours. M300 is 29 hours advertised battery. My test got me 24 hours playback. You go and try get 24 hours playback on the R4 and let me know how it goes.

    • @ishmone21
      @ishmone21 27 днів тому

      ​@PerputuallyCensored I have both the m300 and the hiby evangelion (which has better battery life than the original r4 due to altered A amplifier). 1 day I'm going to do a better test. I'm sure m300 should win, but the hiby evangelion should be close. Thx for your video reviews, i love em

  • @aDumbHorse
    @aDumbHorse Місяць тому

    Expensive """"audiophile""" DAPs are quite bad when you put attention to stuff like performance and battery life, even worse if uses Android (at that point you are just using a neutered smartphone). That's why i only look at sub $100 DAPs: those have their own and more optimized OS and more appealing form factor. Own a Hiby R2 gen 2 that costed me like 70 bucks and quite happy with it. Previously owned a Ruizu A50 (only $40) that was amazing but sadly fell to the ground and the screen got shattered badly (glass screen)

  • @tamersosman
    @tamersosman Місяць тому

    Can it work on Android with Apple music?

  • @carlosnazario1170
    @carlosnazario1170 Місяць тому

    i feel the endgame of Ziigaat is still there relatively unknown collab with HBB the Jupiter. It is still the only iem in their lineup that uses ESTs and from what I've gleamed online seems to be one of the few on the market that used both BAs and Dynamic driver for the bass. I feel since it is a HBB Collab it'll be bass heavy like the Doscinco which i have heard and love.

    • @PerputuallyCensored
      @PerputuallyCensored Місяць тому

      That is the expensive one isn't it? I'll not be trying those.

  • @uncoolcentral
    @uncoolcentral Місяць тому

    The volume on the EHX is lower so it’s not a fair comparison. I don’t necessarily love how ethereal and effected the infinite sounds. I think it would be great in some situations.

    • @PerputuallyCensored
      @PerputuallyCensored Місяць тому

      No it isn't. Was volume matched best I could. You're listening on I don't know what quality equipment via UA-cam (compressed, internet streamed) audio.

  • @林鷹-g7f
    @林鷹-g7f Місяць тому

    這個品牌的音樂播放器一音質真的是不行啊!