Hi all, I am looking at a relatively decent DAP to access/stream Apple Music. My preference is to use dongle DACs and portable amps (I have the following: ifi Gryphon, FiiO KS17, BTR7, Topping NX7, Hiby FC6 etc..) As such, I think a DAP such as the FiiO M11 Plus would be overkill. I read on here that the Shanling M3X and the Sony 306(?) might be a good streamer/storage type player. Im looking for the best option, where I am not paying for the DAC/amp elements of the DAP. Line out or SPID would be a huge plus.
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Was looking at the Sony A306 but have seen some on here say there are issues with playing Apple Music hi-res/192 lossless files through the app.
Considering a separate device to use with some nice older Shure SE IEMs. Just really starting out with hi res music. Not really keen on redoing my entire music library as separate FLAC files - want to stick with Apple Music ideally.
Hi everyone, as the title said.
Is there anyone in here using Apple Music on an Android DAP/DAP that support Apple Music? How’s the experience, and is there any problem with the sound quality ?
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IMO apple music is the best streaming software for CD quality and hi-res lossless audio, but the actual hardware that is able to take advantage of this quality can't even be used with the software. Does anyone have any idea on when or if Apple will add support for these daps?
Im using the unique melody mest and a dragonfly red and I want to know if I’m good or a dap will improve the sound quality
DAPs are more for convenience. I used to use dongles myself tethered to my phone. I found it annoying whenever I wanted to use my phone, plus it drained the battery.
I’m now using a R6P2 for home use and M300 for when I’m out. I personally find having a separate device for music, keeping my phone free of wires, liberating and preferable. But it’s really down to preference.
Do they sound better? Maybe a tad, but you can get some really good high end dongles now.
Oh, and you can also use streaming apps on my DAPs as they’re android based. I use Qobuz, and it works great. Apple Music would work fine too.
Questyle m15. You won’t need anything after that.
Hello. I'm looking to get a budget DAP to use with a B&W px8, as I heard DAP have better sound quality compared to traditional phones. I am currently using an iPhone 12 mini and I want to listen to Apple Music wirelessly with aptxHD. I am currently looking at the HiBy R3II.
Budget is around 250 dollars. All help is appreciated.