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Nope. Sorry I have missed your comment... You can use the software but will probably need a connection for the updates from time to time.

Well it depends what you connect. It is USB powered so do not expect too much from it. I only used low impedance headsets/headphones to test it and it was doing its job. Now, to drive something more depending might be difficult.

It does, there is one fan to do cool down the whole thing but it tends to be noisy. I got rid of the PN50 few months ago. For office work it is pretty cool, you can use it for some gaming as well but the noise makes it annoying.

In both cases it will be powered by the USB port so I do not think it will change much. Your headphones are 50 ohms so it should work without any problem.

I tend to have the same problem with PU leather, especially in the summer when I am sweating more. My favorite are the micro-suede. They're comfortable and last. I am still happy with them. I am not a big fan of the velour but it is ok. I replaced all PU leather earpads with these. You should be satisfied :)

I did not notice any heavy use of the CPU when I tested the software (on Windows). But to be honest with you, I did not use the Play!4 much because the software going with it is only existing for Windows. I mainly using macOS.

@@cernus2279 ohh thanks bro. Do you think it will remove the static noise from my earphone?

@@mdaasil2329 Well it depends. Where the noise is coming from? The only added value I see with the Play!4 is to offer a convenient way to do calls when working from home with a regular earphones (mute button). It offers a noise cancellation feature (both ways) and you can adjust the sound based on your preferences (3 modes if I remember correctly). You can also play games or watch movies if for example you have some issues with your sound card, the sound is decent but I would not recommend it for a music lover. The good thing is it is not expensive. Not helping right? Sorry :)

I think it is made just for headphones. It will not give enough power for speakers, unless you use very small or active speakers. Anyway, I do not think it is the best device for this kind of usage. Plus, for the audio part, I think you can find better devices elsewhere :) There is was a reddit post here for the SB x4: www.reddit.com/r/SoundBlasterOfficial/comments/q13rex/speakers_to_connect_to_sound_blaster_x4/ As I do not have speakers (at all), I cannot make any test. I hope this helps a bit.

I honestly have no idea. I do not have the Play!3 to test it plus I am not a big fan of the Play!4. I think it is not for audiophiles. There are better alternatives at this price range. Sorry for not being helpful there :)

@@cernus2279 any dac recommendations on that price range which supports mic input?

@@brababun3364 Sorry for the delay. I have only tested the Play!4 with a Mic input. I am usually prefer to test audiophile DACs which come without. The Play!4 works fine, I a, just not a big fan of it for the Musical part :)

@@brababun3364 Sorry for the late reply. I think the Play!4 is in good position for this. I haven't tried other dac dongles with a mic input. I do not use this :) You should not be disappointed with it.

I usually use the RME ADI2 but also the iFi Diablo. It depends where I use it. I tend to prefer the Diablo on this pairing... but it is just a matter of taste I guess.

I use my Shure 1540 (46 Ohms) with the Chronos without any problems when I am at the office. I do not know your headphones, but the DT 900 PRO X is listed as 48 Ohms so I do not think it will cause any trouble there. You should like it.

@@cernus2279 thanks a lot!

You're welcome :)

It should. Nice headphone btw :) According to the manufacturer, it is written "Supported Headphone Impedance: 16-150Ω" so you should not have any problems with the DT770/80 ohms.

@@cernus2279 Thank you..🙂

@@clintonp5395 did u buy it bro?

@@sanjaykumar.v8139 yes I did bro.. it can deliver the sound as expected on a windows OS as there is a dedicated software that you can download from official website.. however with my MAC book the output is same as you plug in the 3.5 mm jack.. and with my samsung tab the output is very low.. so yeah if you are a windows user, you can go for it, if you own bayerdynamic dt 770 pro 80ohms..

@@clintonp5395 i am confused wheather get this or 7hz-71 dac amp

Good question but difficult to answer. I mainly use the Clear MG with streaming (Netflix/Prime/Disney). I also sometimes use it with Pop/Rock but I tend to prefer the clear for the pure audio part. Very different experience. With Classical/Jazz only the Clear is giving a nice experience in my opinion. Clear is neutral and does not change the listening experience, just like the HD800S.

Sorry for the delay I did not see the notification. I do not know the G1 but I would say it seems more suitable for gaming according to the description page from Sound Blaster. It also can do 7.1 and go up to 300 ohms according to the manufacturer. The Brand is pretty well-known for it sound cards so I am pretty sure they did a nice job with the G1.

That's not a review, just an unboxing. Come on, it is written!

Apologies for the delay. I did not see/get the notification. To be honest it sound good, I like to have it with me when I walk and it is better than the 12 euros "Apple Headphone Jack Adapter" but it is also much more expensive. Now to be fair, when I travel and I am willing to carry something bigger, I prefer to take the iFi Diablo with which gives, to my old ears, a much better sound. It has more details and brings more clarity. But it is also much more expensive. So for the price, the bundle with the 3 cables and the sound quality delivered, I would say it is a go for me. However, you might be able to find some other cheaper alternatives from Chinese brands which are very competitive for their prices.

Hell no! 😁

I live in Germany and if I remember correctly it took around a month to come. Was not the fastest shipping ever...

@@cernus2279 Got it! Thank you very much!! Think I will order mine today hehe

​@@souldado8795 Great! Which one will you get?

@@cernus2279 I will get PU Leather Oval, cause here in my city is very hot, I don’t want to warm up my ears hahaha

@@souldado8795 Super! I hope you will enjoy them :)

You are right. German engineering and also made in Germany. Therefore, there is a price for that. Oh I did not think about making a review. I did it once for the SB Play!4. I can maybe plan something in the next few days.

How about the basic comparison vs 99$ e1da or thx onyx 199$also.

@@wric01 That will be difficult because do not have these and I do not know who does. I can compare with what I have. There is a community on FB for the dongle DACs, maybe you could check there. I can give you the link if you want.

@@wric01 i have the e1da. in my subjective opinion, the chronos sounds clearer while giving the same punch as the e1da. i can feel a little but noticeable wider stage with the chronos. i find both to have a neutral tone without much coloring at the touch, the chronos feels better but not sure if €200 better since i can only keep one, I'll be selling the e1da. I'll be happy to get $50 for it

That's a good question. I am always wondering when I buy something which is significantly more expensive if it is going to be X times better or not. Regarding the Chronos, it is good, small, very practical, good looking... and I like it. It is pretty subjective. But I can say it is for me better than the Creative Play!4 and the Apple adapter I own. The apple cost 12 euros so it is an unfair comparison there. I would have issues to talk about the "Sharkoon Mobile DAC PD" as I do not have it. At the end, it is also a matter of taste. What is good to my ears by not be good for yours. As an example, a very recent one, we compared with a friend the Focal Clear and the Focal Clear MG. The clear is better for me but not for my friend. A mater of taste... One thing I could say if you are looking for something better than your "Sharkoon Mobile DAC PD", you could have a look at the "Lotoo PAW S1 USB DAC/AMP". It seems it is a pretty good one for the price of the Chronos. It got some rewards and seems to be very well appreciated. Maybe have a look there :)

if you're happy with your purchase then you don't need to complicate yourself and just enjoy it but if one day you decide to invest on audiophile grade earphones and listen to music in lossless formats, you'll realize that not all DAC/AMPs are created equal. then you'll want devices that have close to zero noise flooring and pump enough juice to drive your cans all while not distorting/coloring the music if your hearing capacity isn't too diminished maybe you'll also start caring about sound stage, depth, representation of lows/mids/highs, etc but as i said at the beginning, if you're happy with the way you're listening to music right now, you don't need to spend more money on audio devices cheers

@@Super-it3ij I like what you said. It is well summarized. That's the thing, the main goal is to enjoy what we love: MUSIC. After it is not necessarily related to how thick the wallet is. Cheers!

Hi! Sorry for the delay but I wanted to try the Chronos with my HD660S as I do not have the HD600. Of course it worked well but this headphones is only 150 Ω. In order to have a more relevant test, I also tried with the HD800S which is 300 Ω. It works fine but you need to raise the volume a little bit. On the tiny documentation delivered with the Chronos, it is written it will accept 16-600 Ω for the headphones impedance. In your case (HD600 - 300 Ω) , that should work without any problems. There is no builtin battery. It takes its juice from the phone... Otherwise you have some other alternatives from iFi with builtin batteries. Some Chinese makers are also proposing devices like that like FiiO but I have never played with these. I hope this helps.

Yes but only for the pads. I remember someone asked me how to get a balanced DT1990 Pro and I tried to explain there was a mod to get that.

Hi! I just checked it and it seems you can fully enjoy the HD660S with your DAP. Nice DAP BTW. There are few posts on this combo. 1: www.head-fi.org/threads/astell-kern-launches-kann-alpha-digital-audio-player.941924/post-16150581 2: theaudiophileman.com/kann-alpha-dap-review-astell-kern/

@@cernus2279 thank you for providing the links, they are very helpful

Sorry Matthew but all cables are analog even the digital ones. Don’t get upset let me explain 😊 The 0’s and 1’s are represented by an analog voltage across the cable. This is what I meant. You do not have tiny 0’s & 1’s going through the cable but a signal representing 0’s & 1’s. But yes I agree there are analog cables (like RCA for example) and digital cables (like the USB). There are few posts about that, but you can have a look there: www.omega.de/literature/transactions/volume2/analogio2.html Maybe I did not explain correctly what I wanted to say... will do better next time.

To make it short, I do think the HD800S is a fantastic headphones. I do like my HD660S but every single cents spent on the HD800S worth it. Really. The combo Imaging, detail retrieval and soundstaging are pushed far beyond what the HD660S can offer. Comfort is also much better in my opinion. Try the HD800S with a live concert, you will be surprised by the soundstage and the air between instruments. I love it :) Ok it is less nice than the Focal Clear MG, but that's the only drawback I can find right now.

I have to admit that was my first time. I am now more experienced :D But I think all manufacturers should do something like I have on my DT 1990 Pro which has a tiny "slot" and this makes the whole process much easier.

I did not test it as I do not have Apple Music but I do not see why it would not work with their spatial audio thing. For the sound, I think you can find better alternatives if you increase a little bit the budget.

For sound is it advisable to buy this as it supports 24 nit 192 k

@@sujithsatish000 Ok I am now getting your question. Yes it will be able to decode the signal to 24/192. However the sound is just average to my ears. You can use it as a dac but maybe you should study the market to see if there no better alternatives (and I am pretty there are some).

Cool, ok

Well, as you have a USB-C port and an Android-like OS (not sure what Oxygen OS adds there), I would say yes. However keep in mind you will have just access to the basic features. Only on a Windows PC you will get access to the full features.

Micro Suede Pro Stock is my favorite. I do not like the velour pads very much.

@@cernus2279 thnx

@@cernus2279 why do you like them?

@@luigismilazzo I like them because they give a better listening experience and comfort compared to the stock pads from Audio Technica. Also, I am not a big fan of velour so micro suede is my fav choice.

@@cernus2279 thank you. Your review helped me to decide on the micro suede as well.

I checked the specs and it seems the phone without any cases has this size/ 6.49 x 3.04 x 0.32 inches (164.8 x 77.2 x 8.1 mm) As the ST-14 can hold phones from 2.5 to 3.7 inches, I would assume it can hold it. However another important factor is which kind of case (if any) do you have.

Thank you! I am copying a reply I gave on the unboxing video I made earlier. A user asked me a similar question :) Ok I have made some tests via my android phone and called another phone to see what was working and was not. First, once you plug the Play!4 it is immediately recognized as a communication device with a tiny headset displayed on the top part of the screen. Then you can turn of your mic with the dedicated button and also change the sound type via the other dedicated button. It work well and it is very nice to have. I still used my Apply Earpods for the tests. Regarding your question, it does not perform noise cancellation at all. I activated a fan and was able to hear it on the other side. I check their website and they says "Portable Plug-and-play Hi-res USB DAC with Auto Mute and Two-way Noise Cancellation via SmartComms Kit for Conference Calls". This means you need the SmartComms Kit which is included in the app. So not sure if they will ever release and app for mobile devices but I think you cannot expect to have the same features without the app. Sorry :) Edit: Adding link hk.creative.com/p/sound-blaster/sound-blaster-play-4

@@cernus2279 Correct the smart comm is Windows only software.

Thanks for the comment! Now I will try to reply to your difficult question. While the Focal Clear MG have a lot of good things for them and I am talking not only about the look or the great built quality, the soundstage and the imaging are not as wide and precise compared to the HD800S which is my favorite headphones until now. When I listen to Qobuz and I am discovering new bands, new albums or new tracks, I very often use the DT1900 Pro or the HD660S. I think they are great overall purpose headphones. Not perfect, but not as expensive as some others like the Focal Clear MG. Why am I saying this? Because you mentioned you wanted to capture all details and I am not sure this is what you get with the Focal Clear MG. Some people say it is a downgrade compared to the previous Focal Clear. I cannot tell because I have not tried the previous generation. Now saying this, the Focal Clear MG are very good. It feels like the band is playing in front of you in a smaller space. Instrument separation might be less precise but you can definitely enjoy it. Does it worth 1500 euros? Well you will be the judge for that. It is a great pair of cans but I still prefer the "uglier" HD800S for the sound part. I personally prefers my DT1990 which is more precise in my opinion. On the over hand, the Clear MG are much more comfortable and you can really wear them for hours while I cannot do it with the DT1990. The Clear MG are also a bit more "punchier" compared to the HD800S which is probably something you will like. Imaging aside, you should like them. Sorry if my answer is not "clear" (joke aside) but it is not really easy question :) The best would be for you to go and try them with your favorites tracks and compare the sound between different headphones (and with the same amp if possible).

@@cernus2279 Hi and thank you for taking your time to respond to my question:)and I apologize that this will be and long read. It is really hard for me to compare these headphones since it's the pandemic and I can't really go into stores and try them out, as well as there are not many high end audio store here in Montreal Canada where I live, as well as I don't have friends who are into audio that I can borrow gear from and see what headphone characteristics that I actually. I'm currently using a self-modded T50rp mk3 and would just like to experience something of very high end, because for me I only stick to 1 headphone that I wear everyday, and would just like 1 very good one that would be good for alot of music. I thing don't want to own multiple lower cost headphones because I know I would have to change between them, and it would change my perception of each of them because I'm used to the sound signature of the previous headphone. Also maybe I shouldnt have said very detailed use, since most of metal is badly recorded and I meant that I want instruments in a metal track to not sound compressed/undefined. Sorry I'm only quite new to the hobby, and only heard headphone as good as the t50rp and I have a lot more to experience in this hobby. The point is that I'm just trying to find 1 best open back headphone for mainly metal music, since I have t50rps for isolated use. And I think the clear mg is the best option at this time. What do you think?

@@nerfkevin9111 No worries. I like to exchange around music and gears :) Before I start, bonjour ami Québécois! I know you have a couple of stores in Montréal. I was there for a month some few years ago but they might disappeared in the mean time. Anyway, I understand you. I really do. When I wanted to buy get my first pair of cans, I was targeting the Focal Utopia with the Focal Arche. And you know what? I am glad I did not buy it because I would have been frustrated and my journey to this world would have been spoiled. instead I have started with the DT1990 and later with the RME ADI-2 DAC... I have learned a lot and I still do. Going back to your point. Depending on how you would like to spend, I think you keep in mind the amp has to match or at least be good enough for the headphones. Maybe you will need a DAC, some cables... well the budget can cover a wide range of "compulsive" shopping afterwards. I still think the DT1990 is pretty good for this job and I also like the HD660S. I do like rock, metal and these are doing a good job. Of course, the HD800S is also amazing. Check some reviews, there are many covering the music type aspects. Would you go for an open back or a closed back? Some people prefer closed because it is pushier. I have found a review for you: headfonic.com/best-headphones-for-metal-music/ It is 2 years old so you will not have the Focal Clear MG there. You can see the HD800S is listed... ;) Before I forget, even if I am not a big fan of closed back headphones, I can say my Audio Technica ATH-M50x is doing a pretty good job as well. But I only use it when I am outside or at the office. There are also other variations like the M60x. I hope this helps a bit. A bientôt l'ami !

@@cernus2279 Salut amI! Thanks for the response again :) Currently, I'm using the Motu M4 interface as a DAC (ESS SABRE32 DAC) and waiting for a cable to connect to my newly received Schiit Asgard 3 yey!!! Right now I'm us plugging my Schiit directly to my laptop and with the T50RP it sounds amazing and full, so i think it has enough power for anything i throw at it down the line. They are semi closed back but are pretty much closed for me, but i also have a Koss kph30i with the grado pads which are open back and they work great. But since I'm studying from home, maybe i would want an open back since i would like to try out how a good open back sound anyways. But once i get back to school, maybe i would consider a good closed-back (maybe focal celestee or Aeon 2 noire) as it is a bit cheaper than the clear mg. So right now I'm torn between an open back or closed back because i would like to try out an open back for its airiness, but a closed back for more portable use, or even consider an open back for home and IEM for portable use... But anyways, i will see what i think in a few days as i will continue to contemplate over what to get, as it is one of my favourite past time to research about technology!

@@nerfkevin9111 If you want something you can take outside, you definitely need to select a closed back unless you want to share your music with the people around you ;) I have read some good and less good comments about the Celestee. That was my first choice and the time I decide to buy it, the Clear MG appeared. You already know the rest of the story. Besides this, there are also the products from Hifiman to put in the equation. Another brand which I do like is Audio Technica. If you can get your hand on the ATH-R70x, you will not be disappointed. It worth is Canadian dollar you spend ;) Let me know what you chose at the end!

I have to say I like. I think it is more pleasant or more comfortable compared to the HD560S which is also very nice.

I share your point of view. It is a very beautiful one. I hope one day I will also be able to get the Meze Empyrean. In short, my first impression was "WTF is this!". I think I got used to the Sennheiser sound signature. The sound is very natural, vocals are beautiful and I would say more present or forward than with the HD800S. The bass is there and this is much more present than with the HD800S. The sound is lush and clean with a nice presentation. While the imaging is good, I think I still prefer the one from the HD800S. Maybe because to my ears, the HD800S has a wider soundstage and the feeling is very different. On one had you have a very large soundstage, a very good imaging and a lighter sound but you are one step backward, on the other hand you have a narrower soundstage with maybe a less precise instrument separation (or it is a soundstage feeling effect?) and a sound with more bass but the band is playing in front of you. The feeling is very different. Honestly I like them both. I tried different albums from Jazz, Metal... to Classical and maybe it depends which kind of music you want to listen to at the end. Same budget but different target. If I take Norah Jones or Melody Gardot, maybe I relax a bit more with the HD800S than with the Clear MG. But AC/DC or Linkin Park seem to be better with the Clear MG. It is a matter of taste at the end. Note it is my first Focal and I did not try the previous Clear. Maybe I should make a video about what I just wrote ;)

@@cernus2279 Thanks for sharing your impression! I'm a vocals listener, from your impression, I think clear mg is indeed a headphone I should try out. I've tried the 800s, the sound stage really impressed me. I think it's a good idea for you to make a comparison video between the two, and it will be great if you can also mention the amplification you're using with them.

@@alfafloor6208 You're giving me more work ;) That's a good idea. I have a few things in mind but will add this to the to do list.

Thanks for the reminder Jason! I got your message yesterday and downloaded the new version but did not install it yet. Work in progress ;)

I will have to try it on a Windows machine. I will add this to a mini review of the device.

@@cernus2279 ok thank ypu

Thank you very much!

Good question. I think the mic is good enough for what I do. I think most of the problems are coming from my side... There is a learning curve ;)

I honestly do not like it. It is not made for audiophile. The music not matter what you are used to listen is changed in a bad way. I think I will post a review for that. It might only be good if you like electronic music or for conference calls.

@@cernus2279 wow... look forward to watching your review... THANKS... :)

Ok, first focus on the exam. That's the most important part (I used to think differently when I was younger). Regarding your question, I do not know the device but I read positive feedback on the THX AAA 789 on Drop website. I think you could explore something from JDS Labs like the atom or el dac 2 for example (DMS liked them). Another possibility would be to explore what SMSL or Topping are offering. I think budget wise, there few possibilities which will not damage too much your wallet :)

@@cernus2279 yeah I am focusing on my exams but I really wanna get over with buying all my audio equipment because I just feel like it's getting in the way . Music is my only hobby besides studying ☺️

@@abdulbais1459 I know what you mean. That's the same here.

Thank you very much! I have decided to work a bit more on my videos and offer a better viewing experience. So the microphone is the beyerdynamic Fox (this thing is taking too much space on my desk) and for the video, I use now my iPhone 11 because my webcam is not good at this job. I hope you have noticed the quality is a bit better now for both audio and video :)

Thanks! I think the Hi-Res audio is meant for music which is above the traditional CD quality 16 bit / 44 kHz. If you do use streaming, you can get with Qobuz (as an example) 24 bit 192 kHz. You can also buy music like that. Depending on the recording, you should get more information, more details... to make it short, it is supposed to be better.

Thank you! It is not an easy question. I would say for music, I would prefer the HD660S because it is warmer and maybe smoother with less meat in the sound. I mean it is light on this side. While the DT1990 Pro seems to be fuller with better details but can create a fatigue after a while. On the quality side, the DT 1990 Pro is a tank compared to the HD660S. I prefer the DT 1990S for the comfort as well maybe because I used it more than the new HD660S. Maybe after some time I will change my mind. Last but not least, the DT1990 is unbalanced unless you mode it while you can have both balanced and unbalanced with the HD660S. So overall, as the price is more or less the same, for music maybe go for the HD660S and for all the rest, go for the DT1990. I love both but still prefer my HD800S ;) As I prefer more the analytical part, I would say unless you want a balanced headphone for music, go for the DT1990 Pro. It is a great pair of cans.

On most i agree... Also i find 660s imaging better wity smaller soundstage to 1990. Comfort i will go with 660s just for the ligjter experience they neee brake in .

To be honest, the HD800S became my daily headphones except for the meetings. For that I use the combo FOX+TYGR 300R. The sound is much much better compared to the other headphones I have. I still use the HD660S when I cook for example or the ATH-M50x when I am outside. The HD800S is a great piece of equipment and I cannot enjoy my music without using it. I know there still better things out there... I'm saving money ;)

@@cernus2279 Glad ya like them a lot! Looking forward to hearing them myself in the future now with the pairing. Probably going to be my endgame as well, I know it will be a great all rounder. Ru still using the dt1990s? Or are those just sitting now lol

@@spooky1640 To be honest I use all the headphones I have. The one I use the most is the TYGR 300 R because of the home office situation. The HD800S is my favorite one for music but sometimes I also use the HD660S or the DT1990 Pro. Depending on what is plugged and where, I sometimes just take what is available. I used the DT1990 Pro a lot for the last 2 days because I received another DAC and wanted to compare it against the RME ADI-2 DAC. This reminds me I should post another video... ;)

@@cernus2279 gotcha gotcha, I myself don’t like to own multiple headphones, just one all-rounder at a time. Usually just sell the pair I upgraded from. It works out for u tho since I see u have different use cases for different cans, I’m only listening to music + gaming haha. But yea dude, glad it really is a solid pairing with the RME.

@@spooky1640 I know the MRE ADI2 DAC is not perfect but you can still use it with another amp for your headphones. The 800S is quite good and comfortable. But I do understand your point of view which I share BTW. The headphones I use the most when I do not have online meetings? The DT 1990 Pro. I think it is my all-rounder cans. Music, Gaming (just AOE2DE) and videos.

Thank you Javier. Gracias! Me encantó el HD800S (My Spanish is rusty, I apologize for that) :)

I think it is a very nice combo but please keep in mind this will be very analytical. I mean this is true for both the RME ADI-2 DAC and the DT1990 Pro. I will not talk about the TYGR which I like a lot and I use on a daily basis because of the home office. I find the RME ADI-2 DAC and the DT1990 Pro very detailed. It is a very neutral and analytical listening. Dome might not like it. Furthermore, the DT1990 Pro generate some fatigue after a while.

@@cernus2279 Great, thanks, analytical is what I’m looking for. Have u used oratory1990 eq on it? Also, in general, is the sound a tad warm at all? And btw, if u use the dt1990 daily, I’d highly recommend looking into buy the foam they use for the tygr300 and switching it out for the dt1990 (only cost like $4) a few people I saw did it on Reddit and headfi and said it smoothed out the headphone a lot. If you’re into modding ur headphones I’d for sure look into it !

@@spooky1640 Well I did not want to use EQ until 3 days ago when someone mentioned oratory1990 post on reddit with many EQ settings on reddit. I have downloaded a couple of PDFs but did not set anything yet on the ADI-2 DAC. But honestly since I have the HD800S I kind of ignored the other cans I have. Regarding the foam, I think someone posted a similar comment in one of DMS' reviews. You're absolutely right, I should do it. Thanks for the reminder. I will also play with the EQ on the ADI-2 but this great DAC is quite complicated, that's the only drawbacks I have found.

@@cernus2279 Yea, I’ve heard the HD800s is great with the rme, glad ur enjoying it! That’s what I’m going towards right now, dt1990 rn, and then use that until I have enough saved up for HD800s lol. And did u completely go thru the instruction manual? I heard the one for this device specifically is actually pretty detailed and helps out a lot.

@@spooky1640 I went through the documentation and the next day everything was already forgotten. I have the user guide next to the dac and I need to check there from time to time. I find it pretty complex. BTW there some nice videos on the RME channel.

The 5800U has just been released a week or two ago. I think it will take some time before being integrated by the manufacturers. But I hope to be wrong :) The performances are interesting compared to the Apple M1. Still 15W TDP but lower frequency, 7nm vs 5nm. Intel vs AMD vs Apple. That's pretty good for us.

I checked CPU Monkey to get an overview of the performances: www.cpu-monkey.com/en/cpu-amd_ryzen_7_5800u-1763

I guess they assume you have an external drive for that. Anyway, the best is once you have your system ready and connected to the internet, to download the latest drivers from the ASUS website. Honestly I have not used any CD for the last years :)