In Reply to: RE: Would any HAP Z1 owners give their current impressions, posted by Disbeliever on July 14, 2014 at 00:05:21:
I wouldn't say it is more trouble than it is worth--not at all. It does have some glitches. Very much like when I first started using a Squeezebox and then a computer as my front end (which were both WAY more difficult to get working correctly). There are some learning curve issues and I would think a lot, if not all, of the usability glitches can be cured by Sony firmware and software updates.
As far as the sound goes. I love listening to it. In fact, the more I listen, the better I think it is. I don't disable any of the upsampling. Perhaps I am just not as anal as I should be... ;) I think DSD sounds great, but even better, I really like old 44.1 CDs through it too. The DSEE function is a toss up. Some things sound A LOT better, others...not so sure.
If Sony can quickly address the (mostly) minor complaints that center mainly around loading files, the HAP will be a terrific addition to the fine audio landscape.
My $00.02
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