Review: Astell&Kern SR25 Portable Music Player

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  • @fredbaer6729
    @fredbaer6729 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just picked up an A&K SR25 and so far I am very impressed. I am invested in the Apple world, and downloading Apple Music was easy - great instructions provided by A&K. Easy to use, sound is really great! Next steps are trying to get it going in the truck Great review, appreciate it, thanks!

    • @Aliyerki
      @Aliyerki 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, I saw your comment and wanted to ask you if it still has support for tidal and also if the offline mode works. I am very interested in this option since I have not found anywhere about using tidal on this model. Thank you very much

  • @Majidowf
    @Majidowf 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the great review. I’m an entry level audio phile lol and I found this extremely helpful in my decision making.

  • @tomfontanella6585
    @tomfontanella6585 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very good video. It hit a number of questions I had. I will definitely check you guys out.

  • @tommyg8018
    @tommyg8018 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! Thank you for the information and keep up the good work.

  • @juanalfonsocano
    @juanalfonsocano 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One question. Between this and the Fiio M11, which is better?

  • @Sjsgdjsb
    @Sjsgdjsb 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Have iBasso DX220 and happy with that!
    Before I had 3 Astell Kern products (Junior, MK70 II and SR15) and sold them all.

    • @mohussain1662
      @mohussain1662 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, do they like sound way better than smartphones? And I use AirPods max, my first pair, will the music blow me away.. using my AirPods max.

    • @WorldWideStereo
      @WorldWideStereo  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for your inquiry. The A&K SR25 uses a sophisticated multi-core CPU and dual digital to analog converters. It greatly surpasses the technology of a smart phone. It will definitely sound much better playing high resolution music files.

  • @Shiva_Lord86
    @Shiva_Lord86 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    will you hear the difference in sound when using sennhaizer EI 80 S?

  • @robertarbour8513
    @robertarbour8513 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi, thank you for this very instructive video ! I have a question about the product: I intend to put it in my front pocket, when i will listening to music. But i'm afraid that the knob for the volume could accidentally going up or down when put it in or when I'm walking - In your opinion, can it happend frequently ?

    • @watchtvatmyplace6691
      @watchtvatmyplace6691 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Robert Arbour
      I myself have a Fiio M11 with also a volume weel, but in my exp it doesn`t rock up or down ;) a little force is needed.

    • @kevinas88
      @kevinas88 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      There is an option is settings: “lock volume knob when screen is switched off” so you can’t adjust volume, you have to press power button to wake the screen and then you will be able adjust volume.

    • @squirtmph
      @squirtmph 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@watchtvatmyplace6691 do you happen bro ha access to Play Store?

  • @patrickmathews5644
    @patrickmathews5644 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You mention in your video the possibility of connection to a home stereo system. After much research and also querying Astell & Kern, I cannot determine a way to connect the SR25 to the AUX channel of my preamp. I assume you put the player in Line Out mode. Can you explain what kind of cable is needed? What other issues, if any, need to be addressed?

    • @WorldWideStereo
      @WorldWideStereo  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for your inquiry. Use a 3.5mm plug to RCA Y adapter. Set the voltage value generated when Line Out is activated (page 44 of owners manual). Connect RCA plugs to AUX IN on preamp. You may have to adjust volume on SR-25 to a low setting when first connected so the SR-25 plays through preamp at about the same level as other input sources. Adjust SR-25 volume as necessary.

  • @elo8181
    @elo8181 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great review but can you compare with Ibasso dx160 only sound quality

  • @brg456
    @brg456 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the information. Do you know what version of Android the UI is built on? Also does it provide access to the Play Store for easy install of streaming apps and so on?

  • @jlortizdk
    @jlortizdk 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, I am relatively new in this Audiophile’s world. Sound quality means a lot when I listen to music, even though I mainly listen to it when I commute or workout. I have the a pair of Beoplay H95 and Tidal Hifi, Do you think the H95 would deliver the hi-Res quality by pairing them with the A&K, both vi Bluetooth and wired? What about for and earpod version such as the Beoplay E8 Sport? How would that work? Kind regards

    • @WorldWideStereo
      @WorldWideStereo  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for your inquiry. Using an Astell & Kern portable music player to stream and store Tidal Hifi will be a substantial upgrade in audio and digital technology compared to a smart phone. The Beoplay headphones are from a respected manufacturer and should provide excellent sound. Over the ear designs typically produce better sound given their larger diaphragms and better isolation from ambient noise, whether listening via Bluetooth or wired with the Astell & Kern player.

  • @Dominari66
    @Dominari66 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    So can you use your google play account to listen to music bought?

  • @frazy1984
    @frazy1984 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, I have a fiio x5lll DAP and I also have ifi hip DAC. Will upgrading to sr25, make a huge difference. Will hooking sr25 with ifi hip DAC make any difference. Thanks

    • @WorldWideStereo
      @WorldWideStereo  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for your inquiry. It is difficult to imply that the SR25 will make a “huge difference”. The SR25 + your DAC, or just the SR25? A DAC comparison may yield slight differences in sound and you may find you have a preference. Either combination provides high resolution. The SR25 and its own DAC may be preferable to a separate DAP + DAC. We're also available at 866.961.7781 for more assistance.

    • @sandydennylives1392
      @sandydennylives1392 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@WorldWideStereo What's the maximum OHM headphones that the SR25 can deliver a rich sound for without needing an external amp?

  • @Tao201
    @Tao201 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi sir
    Can I use this S25 for the car ? By using usb type c ? So will be using car Dac
    How this compare with iPod using usb cable ?

  • @mohussain1662
    @mohussain1662 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What sort of earphones could go with this device, as I am thinking of maybe buying a SR25 and also does the music on the SR25 sound better than on a iphone12. Thanks

    • @WorldWideStereo
      @WorldWideStereo  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for your inquiry. The high resolution DACs in the SR25 are vastly superior to what is typically found in smart phones and will sound very much better. It will support either unbalanced or balanced high quality headphones.

    • @mohussain1662
      @mohussain1662 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@WorldWideStereo I don’t understand when you say balanced or unbalanced I just bought AirPods max they’re my first pair of headphones. Could you explain? Thanks for getting back to me

    • @mohussain1662
      @mohussain1662 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have only recently learnt about these music players, the Sony models and ibasso, which ones are the best?

    • @WorldWideStereo
      @WorldWideStereo  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the follow up. The great majority of headphones are unbalanced designs - a single signal conductor and a single ground conductor. A balanced design is two signal conductors and one signal ground that is separate from a chassis common ground. In professional audio a balanced circuit lowers the noise floor, shields against interference, and allows for much longer cable runs. Enjoy the SR25 and your Air Pods.

    • @WorldWideStereo
      @WorldWideStereo  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for your inquiry. We offer both Sony and A&K. Sony is very good in its price range from a reliable established company. The A&S models offer high performance DACs, Microprocessors, and a very robust build quality.

  • @kevinas88
    @kevinas88 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Which car do you have/tried to connect to?

  • @akulinamackenzie4492
    @akulinamackenzie4492 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks for your video
    I finally bought this 25 last weak, here in nice, france.
    but nobody can give me answers to my questions.
    i wonder , if you can and/or will.
    I do use only twearbuds, the new bose, the sennheiser cx 2, haven’t got my iPod pro working yet.
    but I find them extremely low in volume.
    as I am 76 years old and cannot easily leave the house: please, what can I do, to upgrade the volume on bth ?
    what can I buy , bth-wise, to hear better my 60s, 70s, 8os rock and jazz collection, on micro-sd-cards...
    old hippies in this modern world, living in exile and solitude have strange problems nowadays.....
    from chet baker to jerry garcia .... stores here don’t even know a & k......
    it’s all bose, b & o or apple....
    salutations de la cite d’azur...

    • @WorldWideStereo
      @WorldWideStereo  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for your question. A stand alone headphone amplifier is a possible solution. Many models include a DAC which defeats the purpose of the SR25 superior DACs. We have no direct experience connecting a headphone amp to the 3.5mm analog headphone jack of the SR25 but can suggest you take a look at the Audioengine N22 Desktop audio amplifier. A simple design that connects between the SR25 headphone output and your headphones which will provide a quite effective increase in headphone volume. You also may reach out to Astell & Kern customer service for any advice they can offer.

    • @akulinamackenzie4492
      @akulinamackenzie4492 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@WorldWideStereo thank you very much 👍

  • @ChaiBearProductions
    @ChaiBearProductions 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, very informative!

  • @sanhnguyen97
    @sanhnguyen97 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    can I use apple music on this dap?

    • @WorldWideStereo
      @WorldWideStereo  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for your question. The SR25 firmware allows popular music streaming apps, including Apple Music, to be downloaded and easily accessed for playback.

  • @senogamoses5319
    @senogamoses5319 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    can this be connected to a mixer ?

    • @WorldWideStereo
      @WorldWideStereo  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for your inquiry. The SR25 has both unbalanced output and balanced output. Either may be connected to a mixer with appropriate connection capabilities.

  • @michellesy4838
    @michellesy4838 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can this product download music from Spotify account

    • @WorldWideStereo
      @WorldWideStereo  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for your inquiry. The SR25 can download from subscription and free streaming providers.

  • @verveblack
    @verveblack 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    is the battery replaceable?

    • @WorldWideStereo
      @WorldWideStereo  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for your inquiry. We contacted Astell & Kern regarding your battery replacement question:
      Based on Astell&Kern's policy, for the safety of the customer, all AK portal media units are fully enclosed and are not self-serviceable.

    • @verveblack
      @verveblack 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@WorldWideStereo will they change the battery if we send it in? or are we supposed to throw out thousand dollar devices just cause the battery died?

    • @WorldWideStereo
      @WorldWideStereo  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for your inquiry and no, the SR25 is not a throw away when the battery wears out. The battery is not user replaceable. When the battery is depleted contact Astell & Kern for returning the SR25 to them for battery replacement.

  • @AndreyDelay
    @AndreyDelay 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Всё супер, спасибо! Но о звуке ничего) пойду снова на headfi)

  • @miroslavkhodl2665
    @miroslavkhodl2665 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    1 TB & still FAT32?? Why not exFAT supported by Win & Linux?

    • @WorldWideStereo
      @WorldWideStereo  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Miroslav - Thanks for your inquiry. Your question would be better asked directly to Astell&Kern.

    • @watchtvatmyplace6691
      @watchtvatmyplace6691 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Didnt know this, i have my fiio m11 as exfat as standard

  • @COTTERO
    @COTTERO 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    BLUETOOTH?

  • @vaibhavchadha6255
    @vaibhavchadha6255 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    does it have usb audio?

    • @kevinas88
      @kevinas88 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      iFenixxZ
      Do you have SR25? Can you have a look which version of Tidal app you got? On SR15 got 1.8ver which a bit annoying haven’t been updates in past 10 months.. can download another Tidal app true open apk, but there is a bit too much feels like it meant to be on android phone then DAC.

  • @phillipjones3439
    @phillipjones3439 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m sorry the usual waffling American talks endlessly about nothing much. But he does say you can connect it to your home audio system and you can get a red case. And of course it’s AWESOME

  • @anniedo9647
    @anniedo9647 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow

  • @pedropicapiedra4828
    @pedropicapiedra4828 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The entry level A&K sucks, I have this DAP and the sound is the same of my PC or mobile. I music this 💩 of DAP with my > 2k IEMs. Please be smart and don’t waste your money in A&K entry level

  • @rudeboi81
    @rudeboi81 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Honestly guys this is a complete waste of money. Your average music player will do exactly the same or even your phone. Over rated over priced. Bin it.

    • @madaxe
      @madaxe 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      have you encountered the word 「luxury」before?

    • @rudeboi81
      @rudeboi81 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@madaxe have you come across stupidity before?

    • @madaxe
      @madaxe 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@rudeboi81 I think I just did

    • @rudeboi81
      @rudeboi81 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@madaxe im not the one rating a music player. I think you need to get out more.

    • @madaxe
      @madaxe 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@rudeboi81 I'm not rating a music player? Just pointing out that nicer, more expensive, and more luxurious versions of things exist and people buy them because they enjoy them. Does a $100 shirt serve the exact purpose a $10 shirt does? Yes. Is the $100 shirt more enjoyable to wear? Certainly.