Due to its mobile device power bank and rapid charging rate, the ha2 is a perfect device for hi fi music on the go. 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. The oppo ha2 is probably and overall the most elegant and satisfying piece of portable audio gear i have ever owned. To thank them for lending me the units, i have inserted a banner going to their ibasso page. Headphone ampdac combo poll drop formerly massdrop. Oppo ha2 portable headphone amplifier usb dac user manual. 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.
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. Oppo ha2 portable headphone amplifier and dac it works well with ios and android devices. Two main reasons among others why i choose the dx90 over ha 2 are. I believe that has even lower power, around 220 mw. We praised the original ha2s portability, compatibility and creative. It is sized to use with your smart phones digital output using a usbmicrotousbmicro cable. Usb audio driver in usb audio playerrecorder pro and audio evolution.
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. Oppo ha2 portable headphone amplifier and dac used with. If sound quality is something youre not interested in compromising on, you can bypass this builtin amplification and route your music through. 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 ha2 draws upon the success of the ha1 desktop headphone amplifier and is optimized for portable use. The driver for windows for the dx90, dx50 and for the d14 bushmaster are now up. Please set system preferences sound output to oppo ha2 usb audio 2. Usb audio driver in usb audio playerrecorder pro and audio evolution mobile. Oppo has just released the ha2 dac and headphone amplifier. With a compact alloy case clad in high quality leather, this portable dacheadphone amp is clearly aimed at the style conscious. The ibasso d14 bushmaster is a standalone portable headphone amplifier and an es9018k2m implemented dac. The ibasso d14 bushmaster is a solid state headphone amplifier and dac combo. The oppo is a great headphone amplifier and much more. Oppo releases ha2 portable headphone amp and dac the.
I was in the same situation, either get a oppo ha2 to pair up my ipod or the dx90. 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 ha2se portable headphone amplifier and dac oppo has announced the ha2se, an upgraded version of the companys awardwinning ha2 portable headphone amplifier and dac. Recent linux systems that support usb audio class 2.
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. Turn any portable device into a highresolution music hub with the oppo ha2 portable headphone amp and dac. Aug 14, 2015 with a compact alloy case clad in high quality leather, this portable dacheadphone amp is clearly aimed at the style conscious. Yet its certainly no slouch when it comes to sound. The high gain mode is capable of driving large powerhungry. 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 ha2 is given as 68 x 7 x 12 but in the user guide its rather unhelpfully different at.
Thank you for choosing the oppo ha2 portable headphone amplifier and usb dac. The companys attention to core product performance and strong customer focus distinguishes it from traditional consumerelectronics brands. Please set system preferences sound output to oppo ha 2 usb audio 2. Nov 11, 2014 to thank them for lending me the units, i have inserted a banner going to their ibasso page. The updated model follows the same physical styling and design of the original.
Oppos ha2 is considered to be one of the best portable headphone amplifiers and dacs on the market. Ibasso is also quite generous when it comes with all the accessories that come with it. Not to mention the ha 2 sports the exact same dac chip, as the d14 with similar treble glare tendencies. My recent experiences with regards to looking for a portable dac with amp for my sensitive low resistance headphones. The ibasso d14 bushmaster was sent to us as a sample in exchange for our honest opinion.
Ultraslim size, premium looks, asynchronous usb dac, 384k pcm and dsd256, and cuttingedge charging abilities. 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. This warranty does not apply accident, alteration, water incompatible accessories follow operating instructions. Im using an old iphone 5 for music playback via apple music into my 2channel stereo. 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. Its got a sleek design, a highend dac, and a builtin battery for audiophile sound on the go. Additionally, they are both small, portable, and even have a similar look. Ibasso audio the driver for windows for the dx90, dx50.
Two main reasons among others why i choose the dx90 over ha2 are. Its not as modern looking as say the oppo ha2 or even as svelte as the e18. The ha 2 works fine with iphone 6 and other android phones. The earwerkz legend r is by far the most sensitive monitor in my collection. To me the d14 sounds a lot like the oppo ha2 but is considerably cheaper, unfortunately. 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. 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. 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. Now they are supplementing their personal audio lineup with the new ha2 portable headphone amp and dac. Oppo ha2 v1 portable headphone amp dac shop music direct. The ibasso d14 bushmaster is a standalone portable headphone amplifier. 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. Youll have to research or investigate how it would work in your car. Not to mention the ha2 sports the exact same dac chip, as the d14 with similar treble glare tendencies.
Also, how would you compare it to the oppo ha2 in terms of sound quality. Oppo ha 2 portable headphone amplifier and dac it works well with ios and android devices. 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. The oppo ha 2 is probably and overall the most elegant and satisfying piece of portable audio gear i have ever owned. I was in the same situation, either get a oppo ha 2 to pair up my ipod or the dx90. 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. Oct 07, 2015 the ibasso d14 bushmaster is a standalone portable headphone amplifier and an es9018k2m implemented dac. 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 oppo s superior dac. The oppo ha2 is a pocketsized portable headphone amp. For ios, android and chrome os devices, no software driver is required.
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. Drivers need to be downloaded for dac functionality for windows. To be honest, i had not have the chance to try out the ha 2 but i am very satisfied with the dx90s sq. Discover the best headphones and amps from the audiophile enthusiast community and get them for the lowest. However, i receive no financial upside from oppo, benchmark, amarra or anyone else.
Portable dac recommendations steve hoffman music forums. 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. 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. Using oppo bdp105d asynchronous usb dac port steve. 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. The ha 2 draws upon the success of the ha 1 desktop headphone amplifier and is optimized for portable use. Oppo ha2 portable headphone amplifier usb dac user. Do not really care about driving full sized headphones.
Using oppo bdp105d asynchronous usb dac port steve hoffman. 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. I use an ibasso dx80 and a dx90 player as sources coax. These are products that i believe in and an happy to support. The oppo ha2 simply stands out as a solid, well built and gorgeous looking device see. Apr 24, 2020 usb audio driver in usb audio playerrecorder pro and audio evolution mobile. We offer a great selection of hifi and dacs digital to analog products by oppo. Mar 09, 2015 oppos previous personal audio releases, the ha1 headphone amp and pm1 and pm2 headphones, scored very well with reference home theater. My recent experiences with regards to looking headphones. 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. To be honest, i had not have the chance to try out the ha2 but i am very satisfied with the dx90s sq. It will work with apple phones and many android phones. The ha2 is available now in limited supply from oppo digitals web site at. 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.
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. 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. The super audio 6 sa6 is a six ba driver chines diy offering. It picks up hiss like its its favorite thing to do.