Hi guys. Currently I have the Havi B3 Pro and 64 Audio V8 in-ear monitors as my daily IEMs. My budget can stretch to RM5,000 but preferably RM4,500. Oh, refer to #7 below.

The main question is whether if I actually need a portable amp WITH the portable player or not for the current IEMs I have. What I am currently aiming for is Fiio X5ii + Chord Mojo, with the IEMs mentioned above. Unless you guys know a standalone DAP that can diminish the need for a portable AMP, then fire away.

What I am looking for is
1) Of course, storage capacity (higher GBs : better, currently have 2 64GB MicroSD)
2) Smooth UI (Something that does not lag with total of 3k musics in it)
3) Good battery life, enough for travelling
4) Nothing enormous. As long as it doesn't get bigger than the portable stack mentioned above then I am happy (because I might add a portable amp in the future)
5) Balanced OR Analytical sound signature, as my V8 screams BASS BASS BASS BASS. So nothing warm or bassy.
6) A volume knob/button that is not too sensitive to avoid accidentally destroying my ears!!!!
7) Last resort is the AK240 (fml) (try to avoid this last option Hahaha)

I am planning to upgrade at the end of 2016 or hopefully mid 2016. Thank you all in advance!

This post has been edited by kahtsin: Dec 16 2015, 09:01 AM

Guys, what about the AK240? I left the AK240 there in the list is because I see it as an endgame DAP. To me, at least, since I am not planning to get any powerful headphones. Only into IEMs as of now. But will definitely look into the ZX2 and AK100II. And of course, thank you guys for the swift reply!

SO, basically from your recommendations, only the AK100II and ZX2 seems worthy. What about the QP1R? Seems within my 5k budget haha also, refer above. I am rather new to this hobby in the sense that I have not auditioned many many many DAPs like you sifus

As an X1 owner I can say that I have been avoiding using the wheel lol. Press the next/back button alot easier. Bought the X1 because I was interested in the R70x last time. Now........... I am trying to avoid the Mojo stack because now I only use IEMs mainly and as stated by Lego Warfare, I am aware of the fact that IEMs don't need a fancy extra AMP. That's why I wrote down point #4 on my post for FUTURE upgrades hehe.. Hardly uses bigass headphones.
Also, refer to above.


THAT. But your last sentence really caught my attention. What do you think about the AK240?

This post has been edited by kahtsin: Dec 16 2015, 01:19 PM

That's what the boss at E1 told me or someone I can't remember; its a luxury product. But nevertheless, they are definitely good DAPs despite the Apple pricing. Aiya by 2016 the promo gone already. See maybe if I can find a good valued 2nd hand or just go with the ZX2.

Quite surprisingly the 320's internal memory is inferior to the 240's. Last time when I was at E1, William was there and that guy is really good. He's extremely helpful and know his stuffs. But definitely would give E1 another visit for the DAP list you provided above! Maybe just the ZX2 and AK240 (or maybe the 320 but who knows)

Seeing how I am only driving IEMs, external amp won't be necessary la. so ENDGAME DAP AND FITEAR/NOBLE!

Either 334 or 335. Or the Noble K10. But first, a brilliant DAP that is good. Currently in my list is:

ZX2 and AK240. I'm in love with the caron fibre on the AK240. And SOMEONE selling his 2ndhand gold AK240

woiwoiwoi. Means I should avoid buying the AK240!? D:

Read about this. Not my kind of taste and the firmware issue is another thing D:

sidenote: oo diablo3 haha

Well currently my only aim is the AK240...... and reviews says that AK240 is good and the only downside is the price tag D:

Exactly the AK240 I haz in mind. My only concern is I am hoping that no one will buy from him

Anyways, the AK320 is like a newer but downgraded version of 240 in the sense that it lacks the QMS streaming and other features only a hardcore pro user would use. Basically the 320 is more like a DAP rather than a super DAP (if there's such thing lol) like the 240 and 380 (please correct me if wrong here). And it's cheaper, way cheaper than 240.

Sound wise, might really go listen properly. But then again a good secondhand AK240 might be worth the price.

I don't fancy the MQS cause I don't have 10000tbs of musics in my laptop. And the 320 does not have the sexy carbon fibre! D: But who knows there's a new model that's below 380 and above 240? Also need to go audition asap haha

Weird, why are some places selling the ZX-2 for RM3,499? Am I missing something or they dropped the price atm? And since you said the ZX-2 sounds better than AK240... I'll have to visit E1 ASAP.

I have faith in your ears. In the first photo, which one has the best sound?

Depends on what you are driving. If powerful headphones then the Mojo is your BFF. But you don't have to splurge so much on DAP if you are buying MoJo. And yes, quality remains because your DAP will only be providing the MUSIC while MoJo delivers the quality.

I the above only applies when it is using the optical inputs

This post has been edited by kahtsin: Jan 8 2016, 12:41 AM

If can stretch abit, pair it with the E11K amp. Really digging it. Only thing about the X1 is that there isn't any internal memory. So you have to get extra MicroSD to throw your musics in.

Those who are interested in X5ii, keep yourself updated here.