FOR SALE! This reduces jitter errors and should give a better sound. Pioneer's new premium, high-res audio player features dual DACs, a fully balanced pre-amp circuit and balanced headphone output. From the overall shape, to the positioning of the inputs and controls, they look very similar indeed. Equipped with both 2.5 mm balanced output and 3.5 mm headphone output; audio can also be output via Micro USB-B/OTG digital output, and wireless output to connect the XDP-300R offers a wide selection of headphones and peripherals. With streaming services being more popular than ever, huge leaps being made in portable processing, and rapid advances in smartphone operating systems, there has never been a more convenient time to listen to music away from your home. Like the 100R, the 300R sports two Micro SD slots on one side (with a theoretical maximum of 512GB of external storage), and a volume knob on the other. Compared to the Questyle QP1R (right), the Pioneer XDP-100Rs screen showed more information that was far more legible. Most of the animations were smooth, and the device never locked up or froze. Taking further advantage of these added capabilities, a dedicated balanced headphone output has also been added . Heres how it works. This was fairly devastating to our local Head-Fi community who yearned to join the hordes of happy users in both Japan and the US who were singing praises for the Onkyo player at the time. The argument for using a smartphone with the Mojo as opposed to the dedicated XDP-300R might also be made depending on your use. To answer the question, yes, you can, just about any cell phone shop would be able to do this for you as its a fairly simple thing to do, at a cost of course. The current version of the Pioneers software (v1.06) doesnt work with OSX 10.10 (Yosemite) or earlier, so if your Mac runs one of these the XDP-30R wont show up as being connected. While it wasnt the sweetest sounding player in our roundup, its slick user interface, rich feature set (including support for MQA audio files), and overall great sound made this the player to beat. These are mechanical buttons meaning they give a nice satisfying click when pressed. The X-DAP Link software is smart enough to look into your existing librariesiTunes for exampleto give you easy access so you can easily store and manage all of your music for the XDP-300R in one convenient location. We're constantly researching new tech, games & more, and turning them into informative articles for your reading pleasure, so enjoy! Thankfully the Pioneer didnt disappoint. Is a higher-spec and higher priced successor a tad ambitious? Benefits include improved bass timing and tightness, extra high frequency definition and detail, more open spatial sound and an improved overall perception of realism. Our recommendation when buying the XDP-300R would be to also get at least one SanDisk 200GB Ultra microSDXC UHS-I Memory Card which is a good MicroSD at a competitive price point, but any MicroSD card will work given that its not over the 200GB limit specified. I found the Onkyo Music app much better for that task. This level of organisation gives the melody plenty of emotional impact. All the music you want, wherever you want it. I was able to see detailed information about every song I played. You get 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth with aptX for starters. Supports many audio formats including MQA, WAV, AIFF, FLAC, ALAC, PCM & up to 11.2MHz DSD, which should be more than you need! Xbox One Series 1 Black Elite Controller (#185786066059), Bose Quiet Comfort QC35 II Wireless Headset - Midnight Blue limited edition (#185772811946), Nintendo Switch Lite Handheld Console - Zacian and Zamazenta Edition with case (#185772825506). We would, however, say that this device isnt for a beginner, more for an experienced DAP owner. Equipped with both a 2.5mm balanced output and 3.5mm headphone output, audio can also be output via Micro USB-B/OTG digital output. High resolution audio brings you as close as possible to the original studio master recording, with a wide frequency bandwidth and a high dynamic range that exceeds the capabilities of CD and lossy formats such as MP3. With up to 16,384 discrete bands to select from, and the ability to save up to 1,000 EQ profiles, the linear-phase FIR equalizer offers high definition equalization with zero loss in audio quality. At the time of writing there isnt a time scale for a fix. Time will tell. Even though it was the largest of the bunch, I preferred taking it with me on the go and using it at every turn. The 1630mAh battery gives around 15 hours of use before needing a recharge, though that figure will vary with headphones and volume levels used. The compact XDP-30R unveils astonishing layers of detail in music, opening up the soundstage, improving instrument separation, and propelling rhythm with irresistible energy. Sold by: Home screen icons can be arranged and rearranged for a customized user experience. Yes - eBay Money Back Guarantee - opens in a new window or tab, Pioneer hi-res digital audio player XDP-300R, See terms and apply now for Afterpay - opens in a new window or tab. When i google the solution i found that Tidal can only installed on US or International version. The fiddle solo about 3:00 minutes into Please Read the Letter was smooth without a hint of harshness anywhere. High resolution files played on a Hi-Res Audio system retain the subtle details usually lost when using lower resolution formats. There are plenty of audio options to choose from ranging from simple bass-boost options, to full on digital filter choices, up-sampling, as well as native support for the emerging MQA format, and full DSD support. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Pioneer High Resolution Audio Player - XDP 30R(B) used (boxed) at the best online prices at eBay! 3.5 mm headphone jack for standard headphone use as well as a 2.5 mm headphone jack, to support balanced headphones. Something went wrong. Our comprehensive tests help you buy the very best for your money, with our advice sections giving you step-by-step information on how to get even more from your music and movies. . Weve taken a look at some of the technical specs and features that the XDP-300R has and detailed them for you below. The Pioneer sports a single ESS Sabre ES9018K2M DAC (digital-to-analog converter). Manufacturer part XDP300RB | Dell part A9924303 | Pioneer, The XDP-300R supports all your current audio from MP3s to streaming music from your favorite internet apps. Pioneer XDP-300R - Hi Resolution Digital player - Android 5.1.1 - 16- Black, Easily manage all your music using the X-DAP Link Software for Windows. Add to all that, native MQA playback and MacOS support just around the corner and were crowning the XDP-100R as our undisputed choice for top high-res audio player. It comes in a sleek looking package and boasts some hefty internal specs. Take a close look at the XDP-30R and it looks ever so familiar. 2.5 Touchscreen with simple to use GUI, allows quick access all your favorite music. The Pioneers has an understated volume control compared to some other high-res audio players. Theres a good level of detail for the money with Stevie Nicks distinctive voice coming through with plenty of texture and subtlety. Easy operation, but less easy when transfer song files. All physical buttons have been placed within easy access allowing for simple one handed operation. Removable metal bumpers protect the players top and bottom ports. Class leading Hi-Res Audio support for up to DSD 11.2MHz, 384kHz/24bit FLAC/WAV. new Well take a look and remove the review if it doesnt follow our guidelines. At 16GB, the built-in internal storage isnt particularly generous, but it is augmented by two mini-SD card slots, each capable of accepting a maximum of 200GB memory. If wires dont appeal, theres the option of Bluetooth too. Is it my dap or actually x-dap link can not working with XDP 30R. Packed well and will purchase from them again, STAX SRM-007TA Vacuum Tube Headphone Amplifier Tested Working (#144957315425). If the XDP-30R can match the Astell & Kern is performance as well as appearance, all at a reduced price, then Pioneer is on to a winner. We have our current favourite music player to hand the 500 Astell & Kern AK70 and the similarities are striking. Pioneer also fitted the DAC/Amp board with dedicated capacitors to for a clean, closed-loop design. Menu. What Hi-Fi? But Is the new XDP-300R the bold device that our local market is currently yearning for? Free Postage. To get the most out of it, you need to use a balanced headphone cable, NOT a single-ended cable. Another slightly disappointing thing is that some of the apps dont take full advantage of the DAC, which offers the significantly lower sound quality, like Soundcloud for instance. Even on low-gain mode, there is more than enough volume headroom to play with. Find out more about how we test. Pioneer XDP-300R - Hi Resolution Digital player - Android 5.1.1 - 32 GB- Black, Easily manage all your music using the X-DAP Link Software for Windows. Theres the default app, called simply Music, or you can use the Onkyo Music app, which lets you purchase CD-quality or high-res music from the Onkyo Music Store (Onkyo is Pioneers parent company). First off, its fast: No lag, no delays. If you find that the sound is simply not loud enough this is the setting to check first. It will play anything - from standard MP3s to hi-res 24-bit/384kHz FLAC, WAV and AIFF files. Once again we note a slight shortfall of dynamic finesse and that leaves us with a pleasant rather than spellbinding listening experience. If you cant get strings right, then you have no business reproducing music. Equipped with 2 micro SD card slots (up to 200GBs each) ,the internal memory of 32GBs (including system area), provides access to up to 432GBs of storage for music, movies, and apps. We found that adjusting the audio settings was a little fiddle as well, as its in the actual settings of the device, rather than an individual app. Pioneers XDP-100R is a polished, flexible, and sweet-sounding high-res audio player with loads of modern features. Also unlike other high-res DAPs in this roundup: you can adjust this players touchscreen to control the volumebut only after youve called it up using the physical volume wheel. It almost offended me. Great communication. Which is great, because the 100R was one of the better built DAPs that I played with in 2015. Both headphone jacks serve as line outputs, one for unbalanced connections, one balanced for compatible gear. As a fact this player can natively playback only some HiRes PCM rates and does not a good job on everything else including DSD. XDP-300R - Portable Digital Audio Player Media Inspire your music life; Stimulate your senses, Experience Hi-Res with the XDP-300R. Highly recommended. From drivers and manuals to diagnostic tools and replacement parts, Dell Product Support has you covered! The price points are very similar, although you get double the internal storage of the XDP, and you can check out more detail about the Onkyo DP-X1A below: The biggest thing going for the Fiio M11 is the price point, its just a little bit more than half the price of the XDP 300R and is still a brilliant player. For example, on the 96kHz ALAC version of Alison Krauss and Robert Plants Please Read the Letter, from Raising Sand, I could readily make out the fine texture of each drum strike and the nuanced decay of plucked guitar strings. And the biggest problem in here is can not installed Tidal. Converter and output stages are mounted on an entirely separate PCB for optimum low interference. | Its only major drawback is its bulky size. If youre just a standard audio listener, that just wants to listen to their music on Spotify and are happy with the clarity of a smartphone then a DAP device isnt for you. Playback a Multitude of High Quality Audio Sources The XDP-300R supports all your current audio from MP3's to streaming music from your favorite internet apps. While the Pioneer has no issue connecting to the Windows PCs we tried, the situation isnt quite so simple with Apple. The presentation is well organised, with the Pioneer keeping a steady hold of the songs various instrumental strands. 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