[Rockcoon]

Just posted my full review of Plenue 2 here. It's an updated review based on my first impression write up I shared over a month ago, but with a lot of comparison, pair ups and other details.

Did you ever heard QP1R and can make some comparisions to it?

 

[twister6]

Did you ever heard QP1R and can make some comparisions to it?

Have zero experience with qp1r, but there is a chance i might get my hands on qp2r.

 

[dmkbox]

Can someone give me a hint. Which dap is better for buy: Dx200 or Cowon.
Was impressed by P2, Ibasso sounded flat. Maybe other Daps?

 

[jmills8]

DX200 too flat.

 

[catalystcc]

Can someone give me a hint. Which dap is better for buy: Dx200 or Cowon.
Was impressed by P2, Ibasso sounded flat. Maybe other Daps?

Try Sony WM1A

 

[dmkbox]

Oh, no, never Sony again.

 

[Kerouac]

You could also look at the AK KANN or Opus #2/3
I also like the LPG, but it seems that one's hard to get (retail) these days

 

[dmkbox]

So, Cowon not as good as opus?

 

[Woyaudadong]

So, Cowon not as good as opus?

Opus 2has wider sound stage. P2 has jeteffect and dac filters which are fun to play with. P2 with more advanced dac, seems to have more details. In terms of power,dx200 is the best among the 3 daps. Personally I like dx200 more except for the minor bugs.

 

[twister6]

So, Cowon not as good as opus?

There are two Plenue 2 reviews on Head-fi, maybe it can answer your question? https://www.head-fi.org/f/showcase/cowon-plenue-2.22395/reviews

Good or bad, it will be relative to your requirements, do you want streaming and/or loading apps, do you need bluetooth wireless, how much output power you need, what ports are you looking for, what sound signature do you prefer, how it pairs up with your headphones/iems/etc.

 

[dmkbox]

I read this reviews, but all reviews are very pathetic, but not always truth.
I need good real sound, closest to original, not flat, not very colored. Now I used l&p l3. It lacks of power and little bit bright for me. I have tube amp setup with turntable. I preffer "vinyl" signature.
My main iem is Dqsm d2 hybrid.
Streaming, wireless etc not necessary.
One note. I have $900 offer for p2.

TWISTER, which dap you preffer?

 

[twister6]

I read this reviews, but all reviews are very pathetic, but not always truth.
I need good real sound, closest to original, not flat, not very colored. Now I used l&p l3. It lacks of power and little bit bright for me. I have tube amp setup with turntable. I preffer "vinyl" signature.
My main iem is Dqsm d2 hybrid.
Streaming, wireless etc not necessary.
One note. I have $900 offer for p2.

TWISTER, which dap you preffer?

You insult my review work by calling it "pathetic" and then ask me for advice?

 

[dmkbox]

Sorry man. Never want offend everyone here.

I mean review based on first or second impression, but later may come different feelings and thoughts.
Very interesting your advice.

 

[twister6]

Sorry man. Never want offend everyone here.

I mean review based on first or second impression, but later may come different feelings and thoughts.
Very interesting your advice.

I figured, that post you made didn't translate well

Based on what you described, neither P2 nor DX200 will suit your sound preference. You are looking for a warmer, fuller body sound, with that "vinyl" coloring. DX200 is not it, even so AMP2 and probably upcoming AMP3/AMP4 amp modules will add some body to the baseline sound of DX200. Also, I didn't hear original Plenue, only Plenue 2, and P2 is more neutral/reference tuned to my ears while the original Plenue (based on what I heard about it) probably will fit your sound description better. So, maybe look into P1, I'm sure you can get a good deal on it now. Another one to consider is Opus#2, but it's more expensive, and might not be warm enough for you. Have you tried Mojo? Didn't hear that one either, but people refer to it as having a thicker fuller body resolving sound, and you can use it with your smartphone as a transport. Also, keep in mind, maybe to get to your target sound you might end up with a DAP and external portable amp.

 

[dmkbox]

Thank you very much. Will try to listen p1, Opus and mojo.