Topic: Thoughts or impressions of the Geek Out V2 (Read 17365 times)

vhsownsbeta · « **Reply #100 on:** August 08, 2015, 11:21:34 PM »

Quote from: tiohn on August 06, 2015, 05:18:09 PM

It took three weeks, but I finally received my updated/fixed GOV2. I'm disappointed that the RMA process took so much longer than promised, but so far everything is in good order. Knock on wood, but it's been up to operating temperature for about an hour and a half and the chassis seems secure. The chassis is still very shoddy-looking, but I'll get over that. Now we'll see how it actually sounds...

Any photos of production chassis?

tiohn · « **Reply #101 on:** August 08, 2015, 11:47:10 PM »

Here's the best I could do with my phone's camera, but you should be able to see the mismatched edges, messy glue, etc.

vhsownsbeta · « **Reply #102 on:** August 08, 2015, 11:59:14 PM »

Thanks. Wow, thats

I much prefer the 'hot' alu V1 chassis...

How do you think the resin will hold up durability wise?

tiohn · « **Reply #103 on:** August 09, 2015, 12:05:03 AM »

The resin seems sturdy enough. Since mine arrived with a dead LED, I'm not sure the same could be said for the internals.

SeaBupter · « **Reply #104 on:** August 09, 2015, 12:28:37 AM »

I don't think 3-D printing is ready for prime time yet; that chassis looks like a polished turd.

vhsownsbeta · « **Reply #105 on:** August 09, 2015, 01:23:50 AM »

Quote from: tiohn on August 08, 2015, 11:47:10 PM

Quote from: SeaBupter on August 09, 2015, 12:28:37 AM

I don't think 3-D printing is ready for prime time yet; that chassis looks like a polished turd.

That kind of reminds me of green plastic soldiers that I used to have as a kid...

AustinValentine · « **Reply #106 on:** August 09, 2015, 01:27:50 AM »

Just got a chance to hear the V2+ prototype at the Chicago meet today:

1. The 3-D printed resin chassis sucks, plain and simple. It is lightweight and keeps the unit cool. It doesn't feel durable. It makes menu option text more difficult to read and generally detracts from the user experience in almost every way;

2. It is without a doubt the best sounding portable DAC I've ever heard. They could stick it in an Altoids tin for all I care. I was skeptical when Marv put it on the DAC list above the Bifrost Uber...but it really is that good. I listened to it with a modded HD650, Paradox, ZMF Blackwood, and Oppo PM-3 today. It handled each very well without the assistance of a portable amp. That was just out of the single ended jack as the balanced jack had a red cap on it. Smartphone compatibility: It worked via TTVJ OTG cable with my Note 4.

The V2+ and Oppo PM-3 combo to me seems like a budget no-brainer. I can't believe this thing even uses a Sabre DAC. It sure doesn't sound like one. I'm pretty pumped for my Batch 1 unit's arrival. I wish I'd have ordered a V2+ Infinity perk now.

P.S. Seriously though, they might want to consider that Altoids tin chassis option. Huge step up.

drfindley · « **Reply #107 on:** August 09, 2015, 02:01:42 AM »

I completely agree on all accounts. It's the best sounding portable DAC, bar none. As one who's super-sensitive to digital glare, this doesn't have it. It's amp output is fantastic as well. I was enjoying it all day at work with my Enigmas. I absolutely recommend it.

The problem is the case. I have the V2+ Infinity (I think I have all the names and plusses). My first problem is it has air vents which are completely open, which limits where I feel safe bringing the portable. I'm worried about carrying it in my pocket as I'm worried the lint will short out the circuitry. It also gets pretty hot, but that can be managed. While it doesn't feel well built due to the nature of 3D printing, I'm ok with plastic.

I really wish this was an aluminum case. While not the best sound-wise, the best portable DAC/amp design out there is by far the Oppo HA-2. All aluminum with a leather wrap to keep the heat away and not scuff up your phone.

My other complaint as an iPhone user is it requires the camera connection kit. I'm not sure what Oppo did with their HA-2, but it doesn't require it and it's much more convenient.

Basically I want the awesomeness of this DAC in the case of the Oppo HA-2. You can keep the volume knob of the HA-2, even though it's cool.

Ringingears · « **Reply #108 on:** August 09, 2015, 02:38:19 AM »

Does it get hotter than the GO-450? I think mine gets pretty hot. Still a great amp/DAC.

No_One411 · « **Reply #109 on:** August 09, 2015, 05:07:22 AM »

Quote from: Ringingears on August 09, 2015, 02:38:19 AM

Does it get hotter than the GO-450? I think mine gets pretty hot. Still a great amp/DAC.

My GO V2+ gets nowhere near the heat the GO-450 puts out. Only the parts with the vents get warm to the touch, and even then, it's a night and day difference.

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