Mass Order: iBasso D1

[WatCult 0]

 

 

iBasso portable DAC/AMP combo D1 is a high performance mobile audio solution. It is a Self powered DAC and Hi-Definition headphone amplifier with many input options, which includes digital inputs from optical, coaxial, USB, and analog input from AUX IN/OUT. It not only works as DAC/AMP combo, but also works as a stand-alone AMP, DAC, or USB soundcard.

 

The DAC function in the small D1 is as good as some full size DAC. D1 has PCM2906 made by Texas Instruments to convert USB into S/PDIF signal. It uses CS8416 as a DA-receiver chip, which is known as a best DA-receiver chip, and has sampling rate from 32 to 192 KHz ability. The D/A chip is CS4398, to convert the signal to analog signal, up to 24bit/192KHz. It is Cirrus Logic's top of the line product and used in lot of high end equipments. The USB-DAC function in D1 is standout. It is a perfect gift for your computer. In the amplification part, D1 has op AD823 + BUF two NE5532 structure to ensure high quality music playback with 6dB gain. Also, there is DIP sockets design for opamp rolling.

 

D1 has its dedicated MCU (Micro Controller Unit) to manager its inputs, outputs, and functions. This is an innovation on Portable DAC or Amp device. When D1 is turned on, the MCU will automatically search the inputs one by one, in sequence of (1st optical, 2nd coaxial, 3rd USB, and 4th AUX IN/OUT). Then, let the locked inputting signal goes to the chips for decoding or amplification, and the MCU will turn into sleep status at the same time. Benefit from the MCU, the port AUX IN/OUT on the front panel can have multi-function. When there is S/PDIF signal inputting, this port is Line Out, otherwise, it is Line In.

 

Other than the DAC and AMP design, D1 still has many standout features. D1 has two built-in 2000mAh rechargeable Li-ion batteries. Even for the high power consumption DAC and AMP design, D1 still can work approximate to 20 hours for the combo, or 40 hours for the stand-alone amplification. D1 has built-in current and charge management chip to protect batteries, and have fast charger ability. Only 5 hours is needed to charge the 2000 mAh batteries. Low voltage indicator technology, power lamp will flash when the battery needs to be charged. Also, D1 has high quality aluminum case with 4mm thick front panel, countersinking, and laser printing.

 

 

The following are some main specifications of D1.

- PCM2906, convert USB into a S/PDIF signal

- CS8416, DA-receiver chip

- CS4398, D/A chip, one of Cirrus Logic's Flagship Chips

- OP+BUF structure for amplification, AD823+Two NE5532

- Dedicated MCU (Micro Controller Unit) to manager inputs, outputs, and functions.

- Flexible input and output compatibility. It has USB, optical, coaxial, stereo input, line out, and stereo output

- Works as a combo or a stand-alone AMP, DAC, USB soundcard

- Built-in two 2A rechargeable Li-ion batteries, plays up to 40 hours (40 hrs for AMP, or 20hrs for combo)

- Measures 78*32*120mm, and weights only 320g

Comes with: genuine leather case, high quality optical cable, USB cable, coaxial cable, AC adapter (110V~240V).

 

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Singapore Retail Price: $369

Current MO Price: $340 if we are able to hit 10 orders.

 

DEADLINE: 14 OCT 2007 2359 or when order exceed the limited stock availability.

 

One year Local warranty from Stereo Electronics for the D1 collected in this MO. I might be able to ask Stereo to throw in some freebies if we can get a bigger order.

 

Due to the huge amount of interest for the iBasso, current lead time given by iBasso is the third week of October if everything goes smoothly.

 

So if you are interested, please put down your name in the list below

 

iBasso D1:

 

1. WatCult

2. foxxkat - HWZ [PAID]

3. Mamboman - sgheadphones [PAID]

4. Poppie - sgheadphones [PAID]

5. okz222 - VRZ [PAID]

6. Gingerpop - sgheadphones [PAID]

7. tan_b_t - HWZ [PAID]

8. PPkiller - sgheadphones [PAID]

9. TheZard - HWZ [PAID]

10. Winevil - HWZ [PAID]

 

All deposits are in. Will keep you guys updated once Stereo confirms the arrival of the iBasso D1.

 

 

Stereo has confirmed the 10 sets of iBasso D1. Anyone who join in now will be on the reserve list liao cos Stereo also can't confirm how many units he can get from iBasso.

 

I will need all of you to put in a deposit of $100 and the rest COD when the unit arrived.

 

Collection will be @ Stereo upon confirmation of the stock arrival. Will update on the date of collection.

 

Please pm back to me your name, email, contact no. and the transfer details once you make the deposit.

 

OCBC account no.: 528-4-079042

 

Update: iBasso has gotten back to Stereo. The earliest estimated delivery date is around 25 October 2007 due to the huge demand worldwide.

 

Latest update from iBasso:

 

The new production of D1 has fail a particular QC (Quality check) and has been identified to be the PCB section.

 

Although disappointed with the delayed, I'm gald it didn't happen after everyone's purchase.

 

iBasso will inform me again next week if they can ship everything out by next week.

 

Sorry for the delay.

 

Collection will be schedule this Sunday 11 November 2007, 2pm @ Stereo

 

Here is the address:

 

Stereo

1 Woodlands Square #04-08/09/10/35

Causeway Point

Singapore

738099

 

Hope to see everyone on Sunday ... remember to bring the remainder of the payment

 

Edited November 9, 2007 by WatCult

[mamboman 0]

1. WatCult

2. Mamboman x 2

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8.

9.

10.

[WatCult 0]

iBasso D1:

 

1. WatCult

2. foxxkat

3. Mamboman x 2

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

[Poppie 0]

Basso D1:

 

1. WatCult

2. foxxkat

3. Mamboman x 2

4. Poppie

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

[WatCult 0]

Basso D1:

 

1. WatCult

2. foxxkat

3. Mamboman x 2

4. Poppie

5. okz222

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

[gingerpop 0]

Basso D1:

 

1. WatCult

2. foxxkat

3. Mamboman x 2

4. Poppie

5. okz222

6. Gingerpop

7.

8.

9.

10.

[WatCult 0]

iBasso D1:

 

1. WatCult

2. foxxkat - HWZ

3. Mamboman x 2 - sgheadphones

4. Poppie - sgheadphones

5. okz222 - VRZ

6. Gingerpop - sgheadphones

7. tan_b_t - HWZ

8.

9.

10.

[WatCult 0]

iBasso D1:

 

1. WatCult

2. foxxkat - HWZ

3. Mamboman x 2 - sgheadphones

4. Poppie - sgheadphones

5. okz222 - VRZ

6. Gingerpop - sgheadphones

7. tan_b_t - HWZ

8. keith88 - HWZ

9.

10.

 

One more to go

[WatCult 0]

iBasso D1:

 

1. WatCult

2. foxxkat - HWZ

3. Mamboman x 2 - sgheadphones

4. Poppie - sgheadphones

5. okz222 - VRZ

6. Gingerpop - sgheadphones

7. tan_b_t - HWZ

8. keith88 - HWZ

9. steroiduser88 - VRZ

10.

 

Ok we have reached the 10 units needed for the MO. I will send you guys the details for payment soon. Will also check with Stereo whether we can get the iBasso earlier if we made the payment.

 

But in the mean time, hope more orders can come in so that we can push for better discount or freebies.

Edited October 1, 2007 by WatCult

[WatCult 0]

iBasso D1:

 

1. WatCult

2. foxxkat - HWZ

3. Mamboman - sgheadphones

4. Poppie - sgheadphones

5. okz222 - VRZ

6. Gingerpop - sgheadphones

7. tan_b_t - HWZ

8. keith88 - HWZ

9. steroiduser88 - VRZ

10. Winevil - HWZ

 

Stereo has confirmed the 10 sets of iBasso D1. Anyone who join in now will be on the reserve list liao cos Stereo also can't confirm how many units he can get from iBasso.

 

I will need all of you to put in a deposit of $100 and the rest COD when the unit arrived.

 

Collection will be @ Stereo upon confirmation of the stock arrival. Will update on the date of collection.

 

Please pm back to me your name, email, contact no. and the transfer details once you make the deposit.

 

OCBC account no.: 528-4-079042

Edited October 1, 2007 by WatCult

[WatCult 0]

Update: iBasso has gotten back to Stereo. The earliest estimated delivery date is around 25 October 2007 due to the huge demand worldwide.

[WatCult 0]

Reserve List:

 

1. PPkiller - sgheadphones

 

 

If anyone dropout/fail to pay deposit in MO, guys on the reserve list will replace them upon payment of deposit.

[WatCult 0]

iBasso D1:

 

1. WatCult

2. foxxkat - HWZ [PAID]

3. Mamboman - sgheadphones

4. Poppie - sgheadphones

5. okz222 - VRZ

6. Gingerpop - sgheadphones

7. tan_b_t - HWZ

8. keith88 - HWZ

9. steroiduser88 - VRZ

10. Winevil - HWZ

[WatCult 0]

iBasso D1:

 

1. WatCult

2. foxxkat - HWZ [PAID]

3. Mamboman - sgheadphones

4. Poppie - sgheadphones [PAID]

5. okz222 - VRZ

6. Gingerpop - sgheadphones

7. tan_b_t - HWZ [PAID]

8. keith88 - HWZ

9. steroiduser88 - VRZ

10. Winevil - HWZ

 

To the rest, please send your payment as soon as possible if not i have to give your order to other on the reserve list.

[WatCult 0]

iBasso D1:

 

1. WatCult

2. foxxkat - HWZ [PAID]

3. Mamboman - sgheadphones

4. Poppie - sgheadphones [PAID]

5. okz222 - VRZ

6. Gingerpop - sgheadphones

7. tan_b_t - HWZ [PAID]

8. PPkiller - sgheadphones [PAID]

9. steroiduser88 - VRZ

10. Winevil - HWZ

 

Keith88 being replaced by PPkiller.