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jamescodway ![]() Senior Member ![]() ![]() Joined: 17 May 2008 Location: Wembley, UK Status: Offline Points: 320 |
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This is the device in the photo above http://www.audioelevation.co.uk/CartV3/Details_options.asp?ProductID=295 Compared to the Fiio, it does look expensive and it is a little on the large side. I would argue though for some features & benefits for the extra expense: 1. Charge ipod at the same time as playing 2. Connect the ipod to other devices using a different cable 3. DIY/repairable cable option. All 3 features are benefits for me. The cable I used for the connection in the pictures is the same that I have used in other applications and I think the cable performs very well indeed. I can hear a clear difference vs. a basic Atlas 3.5 to 3.5 cable. If I was a true 'believer' I'd say it added a bit of magic but that might be pushing my auditory responses a bit far ![]() If nothing else, I've learnt basic soldering competency... nowhere near building an amp as yet though!! ![]() Best James |
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Ash ![]() Senior Member ![]() ![]() Joined: 18 Mar 2013 Location: Dorset Status: Offline Points: 4316 |
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I have a question regarding the Voyager. Can it be used as a preamp for connection to active monitors? I have non-computer devices (no USB) that I would like to enjoy with both my HD250II headphones and my active speakers so hopefully I would be able to connect either (or both at the same time with a splitter cable) to the line-out of the Voyager??
My 14.1GB Sony mp3 player (which plays WAV files) and my Playstation 2 don't use USB so the Bitzie DAC is a no-go. I'm hoping the Voyager will be up to the task... ![]() |
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jamescodway ![]() Senior Member ![]() ![]() Joined: 17 May 2008 Location: Wembley, UK Status: Offline Points: 320 |
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Dear All,
After 10 years, I am still enjoying the voyager and HD25 combination. It just works! Nowadays though it is fed by my iPhone and the apple lightning to 3.5mm adapter which is actually a pretty amazing DAC. I have a question... for some reason, the voyager will not stay powered by a portable USB power brick (I have tried 2 completely different units). All my other USB-powered devices seem fine with such an arrangement. Is there something I can do or is it just something in the power arrangements of the Voyager that prevent this way of powering it? Best James
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Graham Slee ![]() Admin Group ![]() ![]() Retired Joined: 11 Jan 2008 Location: South Yorkshire Status: Offline Points: 16041 |
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Yes, the portable USB power voltage will not deliver the full voltage for long, but other devices will be quite happy with that, I'm sure. The Voyager uses a charge pump to convert 5V into 9V (what it needs), and the limits are a bit tight before the charge pump stops working. Best thing to use is a common or garden E-cell primary battery which should give 50 hours continuous use.
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jamescodway ![]() Senior Member ![]() ![]() Joined: 17 May 2008 Location: Wembley, UK Status: Offline Points: 320 |
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Thank you very much Graham for the clear explanation.
What is amazing is how the Apple lightning to 3.5mm jack/DAC into the voyager clearly produces the most balanced and detailed sound with the HD25 vs. any other combination of DAC/amp I have (I have a few!). It is consistently engaging and satisfying in a way that no other headphone setup has achieved for me. After 12+ years, the voyager is going very strong! 👏👍🙏. Best James
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Bourneendboy ![]() New Member ![]() Joined: 08 Oct 2022 Status: Offline Points: 1 |
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I'm currently using the Apple adapter with my Solo and it sounds fantastic!
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