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It's not very good without sparkos. Better with them for sure. Idk if pointing this out makes me a salesman. If you think so, I think you're listening to the wrong people and focusing on things that won't help you get good sound. Best of luck to you still, and thanks for watching and commenting!

@@intoitreviews at lot of peaple are enjoying ZA3 as is. Ss3602 is expensive than the amp itself, doesn't make sense. Why not buy a better amp with the total amount of ZA3 + ss3602.

@fredreadrick people that enjoy the za3 as is likely don't understand they can do better. Perhaps watch my full za3 video as well, I mention some other amps to consider there. Considering them vs za3 with sparkos could be an option, although I'd ultimately recommend v3 mono blocks with burson vivid op amps in most cases if you're going to spend big money. Sparkos are actually an economical option for many people on a budget considering that. Also maybe some people have bought the za3, and are probably disappointed. Op amp upgrades can be helpful fore them to consider for sure. Unlike other channels, this channel only has the agenda of telling people the truth about sound outcomes.

That sucks. Unfortunately, I've had things like that happen at any price. Usually PCB circuits are pretty consistent. Hopefully your replacement goes better. I haven't heard many experiences like yours. Best of luck!

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Yeah I will. I owe a number of videos to companies first though, so those are the priority, but I will work it in as soon as possible. To be honest, some of the mods resulted in positive benefit, but Skunkie did not really involve me as much in the process as I would have liked to have been, and was not very cooperative. As a result, the end product kind of suffered in some key areas in my opinion, and I'm not sure I can recommend the mods overall, even if there were some positives here or there. I will touch on this in the video when I can. Make sure you're subscribed with notifications turned on to get alerted, or join my discord if you want to talk before.

@@intoitreviews yep. Already subscribed. I look forward to your video.

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Not really, no. The volare has a bit more of a nuanced presentation and an EST sound, but the sogno actually displays details a bit better imho, at least below the air region. Both are limited in air, but the sogno is even more so. These two IEMs sound more similar than they do different. The sogno is a bit more engaging and the volare a bit more laid back. I find the price gap isn't necessarily worth the upgrade (unless you hate the more energetic sound), but the volare cable is notably better. Give the review another watch, I talk a lot about these things in detail in the review. Also thanks for subscribing! Very helpful to the channel!

Yup, they're better than Arya Organic. Check out that review, and thanks for subscribing!

@@intoitreviews Thanks for replying and will do! I’ve had my eyes on these for a long time, and the current price just seems like a no brainer. My main headphones are the focal elex for several years now. (Not a huge audiophile with a massive collection.) Just looking for something as an upgrade/sidegrade/compliment to them.

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If you want to buy into a narrative that is misinformed and wrong, you are more than welcome to do so. I don't deliberately disagree with anyone. I just provide a more accurate accessment of these things than some of these other channels are capable of. But hey, if you want to put your faith in someone that will misguide you, there's nothing I can do about that. I can only produce a video that actually tells the truth, and doesn't have an alternate agenda, and hope that people use better judgement on their own. That's what this channel is about. If you fail to recognize that, I wish you the best of luck on your journey, and hope that one day you make it less hard on yourself. Cheers.

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They're probably the best planar around 50 bucks, even still. Lightweight plastic build, but still good for the money. Thanks for subscribing!

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1) yes, 2) yes, 3) it uses the same stock op amps for all 5 chips, so you would need to change from these to upgrade the subwoofer section.

@@intoitreviews great answer, thanks.

For the cost that's OK, you'll just be missing out on performance. If cost weren't an issue something like a sprout 100 for stereo is much better in most set ups. Costs more but much better sounding. You can get a sprout 100 refurbished for 499. Three sparkos and 48v power supply with a Za3 is approaching that and the sprout 100 has other features like a built in phono, dac, stepped volume, etc.... and if one doesn't need the extra power, certainly sounds more hifi than the stereo za3, even if you run the za3 balanced and Sprout100 unbalanced. Best of luck!

@@intoitreviews exactly! Thanks for the recommendation. I haven't heard of Sprout 100. Interesting indeed. I'm building a system and experimenting so I included other components such as DAC, tube preamp etc. but if I had known for this all in one product I'd have probably chosen such an option as it it's AIO, compact and looks great. I see you can order also wooden case. Price is not much at all for all the features.

I\O Sogno Review is now live: th-cam.com/video/kXztmUlXmtk/w-d-xo.html

Yeah I still have my Arya stealth and he1000 stealth. Organic is out the door. Thanks for watching, commenting, and subscribing to then unbiased and ininfluenced audio channel here on TH-cam!

@@intoitreviews And thats exactly why I've subscribed. Keep being you.

Interesting idea, although performance generally suffered with more op amps and use of particular parts of the circuit vs not using them at all. I have some other op amps coming in... I may try them with the za3, but so far the top end never extends well enough, no matter what one does. Checkout my sparkos za3 video as well, and like and subscribe to keep up with all the adjustments.

Yeah the v3 monoblocks are definitely an upgrade, reviewing those with sparkos in them now. Will also be getting some burson op amps for test with them as well. Make sure to subscribe with the bell on to get alerted that video. Thanks for your feedback and kind words.

@@intoitreviews I currently have two ZA3s run as mono with RCA imput. I was just watching this video and thinking about ugrading the op amps. This comment is making me wonder if I should hold off, and switch to the V3s for mono application (adding sparkos ops amps later) and use the ZA3s in stereo mode elsewhere in the house. I also have the Geshelli Labs J2S on my list, to get the balenced imput. Would need to add a way to control volume somehow though. Looking foward to that video, as it might answer this question.

Thanks! I have some Burson Op Amps coming in soon for testing as well... supposedly. Burson logistics has left me off the shipment a few times, but hopefully next week. Thanks for subscribing, every subscription I appreciate!

@@farklek you will be able to control the volume through the Geshelli Erish 2 which is wonderful

I'd recommend investing in V3 monoblocks instead if you are after truly excellent sound from a Fosi product. Best of luck to you!

Hopefully one gets sent to the channel!

Excellent idea, hopefully one gets set to the channel.

DACport HD would be my number 1 Recommendation, it's micro USB though, gets hot, and requires more power than some phones can produce. The Tanchjim Space and Hiby FC3 are great dongle DAC options that don't get too hot. Thanks for watching, subscribing, commenting, and supporting the channel!

Under 100$ ? ​@@intoitreviews

Ahhh, I had to re-render the video from my patreon upload, so it's possible that the boost that I normally apply got left off. 😅 Sorry about that, but it shouldn't have been more than a couple dB or so difference, but good ears!

Excellent suggestion, please make sure you have liked the video and subscribed. Hopefully someone can send these op amps into the channel for review and comparison. The channel looks forward to more support and funds to complete such a review. Cheers!

Come to think of it, most of my testing used metal shell IEMs, and I had no noticeable microphonics. I will try some lighter weight plastic shells and get back to you. I do have a SM1 I am testing now. Could be IEM specific?

Thanks for sharing

This little amp could definitely pair well with it if you can still find one. I might recommend a different tube with it with the XS though. I'd seek out an RCA Clear Top for that headphone. Thanks for watching, commenting, and being a subscriber!

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JacknJesus you have no clue what you are talking about!

@@jamesswilleyamericasaudito7017 All you have to do is look at the data...and ignore the marketing. Try it sometime. A lot of garbage out there.

Funny enough I have a v3 video coming out within the month. I have sparkos installed... it takes 6. I'll talk a bit about it in the t1 pro preamp video which will come out first.

​@@intoitreviews I guess at that point you're doing nothing but paying a lot of money for the hobby of tinkering and trying things out. If 2xV3 mono plus 6x opamps = 700 moneys, it's comfortably within "ridiculous, just for fun" territory. You know very well that kind of money can get you a nice 2x250W hypex amplifier for example. 😂

@ropeburn6684 yeah I pointed out in my original review that a sprout 100 would best the za3, and that would also be similar money compared to za3 and sparkos. Za3 has more power for those who need it, but sprout 100 performers better in most situations. The v3 monoblocks are better than the za3, and op amp swap out isn't required as much, but they do still benefit. I got a lot of hate for this viewpoint in my first video, so I'm glad to see someone else speaking too this point as well. Thanks for your comment, support, and subscription to the chabbel!

I also have some burson vivid op amps on the way... even more $$$ but could fix the za3 treble issues??? TBD!

@@intoitreviews Yes indeed, it's just like that. There's nothing inherently wrong with this "opamp rolling" thing that seems to have become rather popular, as long as people are aware it's little more than a fun hobby. The only point where it gets silly is when people claim it "can get you high end performance for low end money" or anything like that, which it simply can't. You're still running the same cheap power amplifiers, which are really good value for the money, but aren't magical. Using (for some people) prohibitively expensive opamps for "fixing an inherent problem" with the amplifier simply means you should've gotten a better amp in the first place. Glad to see you're pointing these things out, so inexperienced people don't get fooled, and don't develop unrealistic expectations about what they'll be getting for their money.

Thanks for your thoughts

I'm sure there are some microphonics from it being wrapped in a material. But mine was mostly soft to the touch on the upper portion at least (and somewhat in the bottom portion as well), and I haven't had any noticeable bad microphonics from moving around while out and about. It could be the IEMs that I'm using with it just work better? But for me, this wasn't a standout problem. Which IEMs are you using? Could be helpful for the community to know to avoid a poor coupling.

​​@@intoitreviewsThis was on the FiiO FH9, I didn't have a chance to try it with any other MMCX IEMs.

I'm reviewing the v3 monoblocks right now. They're way better than the za3. Also reviewing aiyima t1 pro as the preamp. That little system is very affordable together, or there are other basic presmp options like schitt sys or jds labs o switcher. You'll probably want to upgrade the dac at some point, but Scarlet can work for now I suppose. Zen dac, fio k11, or the old d30 are pretty good dac options under $100. I have another on the way to the channel now to check out but not sure if it will be good or not. Make sure you subscribe with notifications turned on in order to see upcoming content as it will apply to you for sure.

@@intoitreviews thanks. I'll be on the lookout for the new review! The only problem for me on the V3 monoblock is that there's no active sub out. Which means another piece of gear id need. I'm really trying to find something that's more or less an all-in-one solution or very minimal.

@thehoss the aiyima t1 pro does have a subout if that helps. Check out my video on the za3 with sparkos op amps. I just re-released it.

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@@intoitreviews it about the sound depth

@@intoitreviews red, blue, and more color

@@intoitreviews it show on my phone, but not on laptop

No shame in that. Lovely cans for that money. Thanks watching, commenting, and supporting the channel.

At 100 dollars, I'd just pick up the kato, thanks for subscribing

@@intoitreviews thanks for letting me know, really appreciate it.

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