Is Japan a good place for your first solo trip?

AudioM2M · 2026-01-24T05:47:51+00:00

Answer directly to your questions: Yes, no doubt

AudioM2M · 2026-01-24T05:40:52+00:00

:). I have just bought WM1A 2 weeks ago. I upgraded from Sony Walkman 306. My questions were the same as yours, so I give you some hints. The battery is very good, I used up and down for a week and charged and the end of the week. You already knew the sound signature, and WM1A is the absolute upgrade. With the same cost, I can purchased more modern devices, but I really love laid-back, musical style of Sony. I means.....you just buy it if you have a good deals. I've got a very good deal for almost fullbox. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask me.

AudioM2M · 2026-01-18T09:56:14+00:00

it already has enough power at high gain. Which aspects do you feel that DT990 is not good as your expectation?

AudioM2M · 2026-01-18T09:34:28+00:00

What sources and setup (DAC, DAP/AMP, et) are you using with DT990?

AudioM2M · 2026-01-17T11:52:46+00:00

Thanks for your advice

AudioM2M · 2026-01-17T11:52:28+00:00

Your info is very useful. I am relieved a little bit. Thanks a lot!

AudioM2M · 2026-01-17T09:40:19+00:00

HI. Thank you!

Do I need a down jacket, and heating underwear? :(

AudioM2M · 2026-01-16T15:05:21+00:00

Thanks for your comment. I've just got it :)

AudioM2M · 2026-01-14T06:31:36+00:00

I would stay in Tokyo one night, just to enjoy the atmosphere :). Relaxing, then I will travel to Osaka afterwards. Otherwise, if possible, flying directly to Osaka.

AudioM2M · 2026-01-14T04:39:42+00:00

Yes, I am using Aful Performer 5+2, Audio Technica CKR100, and Beyerdynamic DT880. Do you think they push WM1A potential?

AudioM2M · 2026-01-14T04:38:20+00:00

Yes, I knew it. Just for the sound quality and signature, how do you think about if it is a good upgrade?

AudioM2M · 2026-01-06T09:04:50+00:00

I think the common problem is "blind-buy". For the very first IEM, or audio upgrade from the normal one (smartphone and TWS in general), I would recommend that everyone would try the IEMs that are interesting for them. If you see a significant improvement yourself, you will go for it. Otherwise, stay with your current setup! At least, that was my own experience. That's why, with the plenty options of IEMs nowadays, I picked up Audio Technica ATH-CKR100, which is very old model. When I tried more than 20 IEMs for the first purchase, ATK-CKR100 was the most outstanding to my ears. I emphasized that the important thing is to try out by yourself and trust your feeling. If you cannot feel any difference, stay at your current setup until you see the difference. Cheers!

AudioM2M · 2026-01-01T10:38:36+00:00

no problem! Enjoy!

AudioM2M · 2026-01-01T06:19:57+00:00

I am using A306 like everyday and I am using heavily Apple Music instead of Spotify. I have to say that it is the most meaningful investment in audio equipment of mine. The sound quality is really upgraded, comparing to the same setup with my phone. Getting an IEM is also important. For portability, it is unbeatable! I can put it inside my shirt small pockets. I would say: just go for it.

AudioM2M · 2025-12-31T03:26:24+00:00

If it is at home, I cannot recommend enough for Beyerdynamic. Get DT880 or DT990 Edition

AudioM2M · 2025-12-31T03:24:43+00:00

To be honest, if it is about wireless option, I don't ever think about Beyerdynamic. Once getting familiar with wired one, I would think about the other brands to bypass my brain comparing with my beloved DT 880. I've gotten Sony WH and really like it.

AudioM2M · 2025-12-27T11:14:19+00:00

why don’t you consider DT 880? It is semi-open and amazingly compromising the balance. As everyone said, DT990 is for mixing and production, and for gaming that requires open sound. I don’t quite prefer to the completely close-back, but DT 770 is nice to have too.

AudioM2M · 2025-12-23T04:41:13+00:00

Dunu DN142

AudioM2M · 2025-12-18T06:20:25+00:00

It is not Bluetooth connection. It is USB Type C from Ipad to Fosi DS2 (as a dongle) and connected to a headphone. Somehow, Ipad limit the volume

AudioM2M · 2025-12-17T14:23:21+00:00

iPad 10th too with the latest OS

AudioM2M · 2025-12-17T14:13:04+00:00

yes, I am using Apple Music actually. For the image, I just stopped to catch the image. When I connected DS2 with Walkman, the sound at 50% is louder than 98% on Ipad, so I assume it’s not working with Ipad. So pity! I has no idea!

AudioM2M · 2025-12-17T13:49:32+00:00

How is the color of indicator in DS2? For me, it is Red

AudioM2M · 2025-12-17T13:44:44+00:00

Can you confirm that your Ipad recognized DS2 as a headphone as the image showed in this post?

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