Based in the heart of silicon valley, oppo digital designs and markets high quality digital electronics that deliver style, performance, innovation, and value to av enthusiasts and savvy consumers alike. My computer wont recognize the driver software, however. Do not really care about driving full sized headphones. My recent experiences with regards to looking headphones. The ha2 draws upon the success of the ha1 desktop headphone amplifier and is optimized for portable use. Dec, 2015 if sound quality is something youre not interested in compromising on, you can bypass this builtin amplification and route your music through an external headphone amplifier, like the oppo ha2. The high gain mode is capable of driving large powerhungry. The earwerkz legend r is by far the most sensitive monitor in my collection.
Ibasso audio the driver for windows for the dx90, dx50. It will work with apple phones and many android phones. The oppo ha2 is probably and overall the most elegant and satisfying piece of portable audio gear i have ever owned. Jun 22, 2016 i have a lumia 950xl and have tried different adapters to use it with my portable headphone amplifier and dac, but it does not work. We praised the original ha2s portability, compatibility and creative. Oppo ha2 portable headphone amplifier usb dac user. Headphone ampdac combo poll drop formerly massdrop. The ibasso d14 bushmaster is a standalone portable headphone amplifier and an es9018k2m implemented dac. Usb audio driver in usb audio playerrecorder pro and audio evolution. My recent experiences with regards to looking for a portable dac with amp for my sensitive low resistance headphones. The oppo is a great headphone amplifier and much more.
Oppo ha2 portable headphone amplifier and dac it works well with ios and android devices. The super audio 6 sa6 is a six ba driver chines diy offering. Drivers need to be downloaded for dac functionality for windows. Using oppo bdp105d asynchronous usb dac port steve hoffman. The updated model follows the same physical styling and design of the original. Ive checked the oppo website and on the specs page the measurement of the ha2 is given as 68 x 7 x 12 but in the user guide its rather unhelpfully different at. The new dac2 hgc was loaned to me so that i could check out the improvements in the area of highresolution audio. Using oppo bdp105d asynchronous usb dac port steve. The ha2 is perhaps the biggest barrier to the d14 given its modern and sleek profile which i think is more appealing to smartphone users, its fast charging system at 1. Nov 11, 2014 to thank them for lending me the units, i have inserted a banner going to their ibasso page. Aug 14, 2015 with a compact alloy case clad in high quality leather, this portable dacheadphone amp is clearly aimed at the style conscious. Mar 09, 2015 oppos previous personal audio releases, the ha1 headphone amp and pm1 and pm2 headphones, scored very well with reference home theater.
For ios, android and chrome os devices, no software driver is required. The ha2 is available now in limited supply from oppo digitals web site at. Here we have the oppo pm3 planar magnetic headphones, the cheapest option of their high end series of headphones alongside their headphone amplifierslashbattery pack the oppo ha2. The oppo ha2 is a pocketsized portable headphone amp. The ibasso d14 bushmaster was sent to us as a sample in exchange for our honest opinion. Please set system preferences sound output to oppo ha2 usb audio 2. Oct 07, 2015 the ibasso d14 bushmaster is a standalone portable headphone amplifier and an es9018k2m implemented dac. Im using an old iphone 5 for music playback via apple music into my 2channel stereo. It picks up hiss like its its favorite thing to do. Recent linux systems that support usb audio class 2. Oppo ha2se portable headphone amplifier and dac oppo has announced the ha2se, an upgraded version of the companys awardwinning ha2 portable headphone amplifier and dac. This warranty does not apply accident, alteration, water incompatible accessories follow operating instructions.
Oppo ha2 portable headphone amplifier and dac used with. I use an ibasso dx80 and a dx90 player as sources coax. Oppo ha 2 portable headphone amplifier and dac it works well with ios and android devices. Portable dac recommendations steve hoffman music forums. To me the d14 sounds a lot like the oppo ha2 but is considerably cheaper, unfortunately. We offer a great selection of hifi and dacs digital to analog products by oppo. The ibasso d14 bushmaster is ideal for connecting to your iphone, android phone, computer or mac via the lightning, optical, usb or analogue line in port to substantially improve the sound of your headphones. Discover the best headphones and amps from the audiophile enthusiast community and get them for the lowest. An aesthetically perfect companion for a mobile music lover that adds depth and character to any high quality music source.
Ive checked the oppo website and on the specs page the measurement of the ha 2 is given as 68 x 7 x 12 but in the user guide its rather unhelpfully different at. I have a lumia 950xl and have tried different adapters to use it with my portable headphone amplifier and dac, but it does not work. To be honest, i had not have the chance to try out the ha2 but i am very satisfied with the dx90s sq. Ultraslim size, premium looks, asynchronous usb dac, 384k pcm and dsd256, and cuttingedge charging abilities. Additionally, they are both small, portable, and even have a similar look. Due to its mobile device power bank and rapid charging rate, the ha 2 is a perfect device for hi fi music on the go. I was in the same situation, either get a oppo ha 2 to pair up my ipod or the dx90. Oppo releases ha2 portable headphone amp and dac the. It is sized to use with your smart phones digital output using a usbmicrotousbmicro cable.
Turn any portable device into a highresolution music hub with the oppo ha2 portable headphone amp and dac. When i listened to the dx50 for the first time over a year ago at canjam europe 20 i really wasnt blown away with the sound. Two main reasons among others why i choose the dx90 over ha 2 are. Oppos ha2 is considered to be one of the best portable headphone amplifiers and dacs on the market. The ha 2 draws upon the success of the ha 1 desktop headphone amplifier and is optimized for portable use. Its got a sleek design, a highend dac, and a builtin battery for audiophile sound on the go. However, i receive no financial upside from oppo, benchmark, amarra or anyone else.
Featuring a hybrid class ab amplifier and a usb dac supporting 384 khz pcm and dsd256, the ha2 offers high performance digitaltoanalog conversion for both. Oppo ha2 oppo ha2se jds labs standalone dac w rca option audioquest dragonfly black or red if anyone has any to add, please go for it. It looks right, feels right, works right, and does all the right things with a proper digital feed from my ipad 4 as input, and a superior pair. Thank you for choosing the oppo ha2 portable headphone amplifier and usb dac. Oppo ha2 portable headphone amplifier usb dac user manual. Oppo has just released the ha2 dac and headphone amplifier. The driver for windows for the dx90, dx50 and for the d14 bushmaster are now up. These are products that i believe in and an happy to support. Terribly sorry if this has already been covered, but i finally bought myself an oppo bdp105d, and while i could probably get by for the rest of my life without using the usb dac port on the back of the machine, i was really hoping to directly connect my media computer into it to get the benefits to the audio coming out of my computer and into the stereo through the oppo s superior dac. Im going to be buying a ha2 but am currently looking at my options on which android phone to use as transport so i need to know the measurement of the leather portion of the ha2.
The companys attention to core product performance and strong customer focus distinguishes it from traditional consumerelectronics brands. To be honest, i had not have the chance to try out the ha 2 but i am very satisfied with the dx90s sq. If sound quality is something youre not interested in compromising on, you can bypass this builtin amplification and route your music through. I was in the same situation, either get a oppo ha2 to pair up my ipod or the dx90. May 19, 2015 im going to be buying a ha 2 but am currently looking at my options on which android phone to use as transport so i need to know the measurement of the leather portion of the ha 2. Now they are supplementing their personal audio lineup with the new ha2 portable headphone amp and dac. Would something like oppo ha 2 paired with smartphone be better investment than buying dap like fiio x5 second gen when it comes or ibasso dx90. Not to mention the ha2 sports the exact same dac chip, as the d14 with similar treble glare tendencies. Oppo ha2 v1 portable headphone amp dac shop music direct. The ibasso d14 bushmaster is a standalone portable headphone amplifier. Not to mention the ha 2 sports the exact same dac chip, as the d14 with similar treble glare tendencies.
Ibasso is also quite generous when it comes with all the accessories that come with it. With a sabre mobile dac and balanced operation, the ha2 will decode up to 32384 pcm and dsd256 music stored on your phone. The ha 2 is perhaps the biggest barrier to the d14 given its modern and sleek profile which i think is more appealing to smartphone users, its fast charging system at 1. Featuring a hybrid class ab amplifier and a usb dac supporting 384 khz pcm and dsd256, the ha 2 offers high performance digitaltoanalog conversion for both. Apr 24, 2020 usb audio driver in usb audio playerrecorder pro and audio evolution mobile. I have a pair of sennheiser momentum 2s and was looking for better sound when paired with an iphone 7 or ipad pro for primarily portable use.
In case youre not sure what a planar magnetic driver is, its basically a sound driver that generates sound via a thin diaphragm using a magnetic system. Youll have to research or investigate how it would work in your car. Thank you for choosing the oppo ha 2 portable headphone amplifier and usb dac. Terribly sorry if this has already been covered, but i finally bought myself an oppo bdp105d, and while i could probably get by for the rest of my life without using the usb dac port on the back of the machine, i was really hoping to directly connect my media computer into it to get the benefits to the audio coming out of my computer and into the stereo through the oppos superior dac. The oppo ha2 simply stands out as a solid, well built and gorgeous looking device see. Two main reasons among others why i choose the dx90 over ha2 are. With a compact alloy case clad in high quality leather, this portable dacheadphone amp is clearly aimed at the style conscious. I believe that has even lower power, around 220 mw. With its excellent sound quality, elegant style and mobilefriendly features, oppo ha2 headphone amplifier is a great companion to any smartphone or portable music player for enjoying high resolution music on the go. Usb audio driver in usb audio playerrecorder pro and audio evolution mobile. The ibasso d14 bushmaster is a solid state headphone amplifier and dac combo. The ha 2 works fine with iphone 6 and other android phones.
To thank them for lending me the units, i have inserted a banner going to their ibasso page. The oppo ha2 makes a great case for itself simply by being inserted between for example an iphone and pm1 headphones, whereupon you can hear how it instantly transforms sound into music. Its not as modern looking as say the oppo ha2 or even as svelte as the e18. Also, how would you compare it to the oppo ha2 in terms of sound quality. Feb 23, 2015 the oppo ha2 is a pocketsized portable headphone amp. Due to its mobile device power bank and rapid charging rate, the ha2 is a perfect device for hi fi music on the go. It looks right, feels right, works right, and does all the right things with a proper digital feed from my ipad 4 as input, and a superior pair of grado sr 325 headphones at the output. Would something like oppo ha2 paired with smartphone be better investment than buying dap like fiio x5 second gen when it comes or ibasso dx90. The oppo ha 2 is probably and overall the most elegant and satisfying piece of portable audio gear i have ever owned. Please set system preferences sound output to oppo ha 2 usb audio 2. Yet its certainly no slouch when it comes to sound.
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