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Fiio X5iii Purist ROM version 1.1.9 released!

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Fidelizer Mod

 

For new users, please read about PerfectDynamics Sound Optimizations first for new improvements with Fidelizer ROMs.

 

I received notification about Fiio X5iii 1.1.9 ROM update on the day it was released and I started working on it immediately. It took me few days to launch this update because of new feature Balanced Turbo for High Gain that requires further tests with hardware modded device.

After testing Purist ROMs for version 1.1.9, all ROMs passed the test including units with Fidelizer Mod applied. Balanced Turbo feature works wonderfully with new opamps set I implemented and I highly recommend to use with high gain headphones.

-Based on firmware version 1.1.9
-Deodexed
-Apollo – Fidelity Edition from https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/apollo-music-player-fidelity-edition-t3038629 included
-build.prop tweaks for better video and storage performance and improve battery life
-bundled audio effects removed but keep main engine (Poweramp works now)

Download: Fiio X5iii Purist ROM

 

Installation Guide

1. Download Factory Tool provided by Devin http://www.mediafire.com/file/0yztdw6qdpwwp9a/X5III+Firmware+Upgrade+Tool+with+FW1.1.1.zip
2. Turn off Fiio X5iii
3. Connect X5iii with USB connection to computer while holding previous track button
4. Install RK USB driver included in Firmware Upgrade Tool and replace update.img image with mine.
5. Open X5III Firmware Upgrade Tool.exe and flash ROM according to instructions provided in Instructions of How to Use the X5 3rd gen Firwmare Upgrade Tool.pdf

 

There’s a lot of improvements for Advanced ROM and I also added Enhanced ROM into collection too. Please read Portable Products for more details including Fiio X5iii Fidelizer Mod project with 3 modification levels. Happy listening. 🙂

Fidelizer Mod accepts modding your unit now!

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Chord Mojo - Fidelizer Signature Mod

 

Back then we used to have screen issues with early DX200 units which can be a complicated case to handle with Fidelizer Mod. I resolved this case by offering Fidelizer Mod with a new unit to minimize the risks of getting defective screen while applying Fidelizer Mod to DX200.

Since DX200 has defective touch screen issue resolved and most units got their screen fixed, I’m ready to officially accept products from customers to apply Fidelizer Mod. You can order Fidelizer Mod product from website and I’ll send shipping information after receiving your order.

Aside from Fiio X5iii, iBasso DX200 and Chord Mojo, I also modify all other units. Here’s what I’ve done and going to do since last two months.

Emm Labs DCC2 SE
Oppo UDP-203
Oppo UDP-205
DX90
DX100
DX200
Fiio X5iii
Opus #2
AK120mk2
AK120ii
AK240
AK380
AK380Cu
Cowon Plenue 1
Chord Mojo
Chord Hugo
Chord Poly
Lawtoo Paw Gold
HM802
HM901
HM901S
Onkyo DP-X1A
iPod Classic

I also heard from clients about DAP getting a shorter life-cycle so it might be better idea to switch to a new DAP rather than modding. I’ve been on this journey since early days of iPod and iRiver (which became Astell & Kern) so I’d like to share some thoughts based on my experience.

 

Fidelizer Mod - Emm Labs

 

Getting a new DAP doesn’t mean it’ll always improve sound quality. Sometimes it’s more like getting a different flavor with different DAC chip or parts that cost about the same. You’ll see some audiophiles preferring older models from time to time.

You can upgrade your DAP with good reasons such as it has new features that benefits you like adding balanced headphone, full Android platform with streaming support, design looks cool and you like it. Go ahead. Take it and enjoy it. No harm no foul to buy what we like.

However, selling and buying a new ones will probably cost you over $100 up to $300 per upgrade. Using that budget to modify your product for real improvements might not sound bad for some devices like Fiio X5iii and iBasso DX200.  They’re decent models packed with lots of features and can be improved a lot with Fidelizer Mod. 🙂

iBasso DX200 Purist ROM version 2.7.188 released!

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DX200 - Purist ROM

 

I’m sorry that it took a long while to update DX200 2.7.188 Purist ROM. Since there’s so many changes jumping from 2.5 to 2.7 version, I waited until I get DX200 unit to test with and I’m happy that I made the right decision.

Aside from releasing Fiio X7/X7ii while waiting for actual DX200 unit, I found out kernel file has different structure and method I used to before didn’t work. It took me a while to get working kernel with my modification for Enhanced / Advanced ROM.

-Based on firmware version 2.7.188
-Play Store added
-Apollo – Fidelity Edition from https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/apollo-music-player-fidelity-edition-t3038629 included
-Revamped MangoPlayer UI with improved user experience
-build.prop tweaks for better video and storage performance and improve battery life
-Audio engine optimized for only audio playback (EQ/Gaplass features work)
-Bundled audio effects removed but keep main engine (Poweramp works now)

Download: iBasso DX200 Purist ROM

 

Installation Guide

1. Download Factory Tool provided by Paul http://www.ibasso.com/uploadfiles/download/FactoryTool_v1.39_DX200.zip
2. Turn off DX200
3. Connect DX200 with USB connection to computer while holding play button switch
4. Install Rockchip USB driver included in FactoryTool
5. Open FactoryTool.exe and flash ROM according to instructions provided in DX200 batch tool instruction.doc

 

There’s a lot of improvements for Advanced ROM and I also added Enhanced ROM into collection too. Please read Portable Products for more details including iBasso DX200 Fidelizer Mod project with 3 modification levels.

Added testimonial from Steve McCoin

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Here’s another feedback today. This time it’s also from headphone user with a serious setup sharing his feedback in Fidelizer’s Facebook page.

I recently upgraded to 7.10 on a WIN 7 older i7 processor using Roon & Tidal into an Exogal Comet Plus running balanced into RSA Apache with the Sparkos Labs SS3601 opamps listening with the Utopia headphones with WyWires balanced Platinum. I was pretty surprised with the change and just enjoyed everything.

Glad to see Fidelizer feedback from a serious headphone system again. I missed Ray Samsuels products and been searching for the original SR-71 too. 🙂

Fiio X7 Purist ROM version 3.3.3 released!

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Portable Products

 

As I released Fiio X7ii Purist ROM on another day, I also found Fiio X7 also have ROM update too so today I’m publishing Fiio X7 ROM update. I’ll update DX200 2.7.188 ROM after I can buy DX200 unit again. It was sold out last time I went to the shop.

-Based on official Fiio X7 3.3.3 ROM
-Deodexed
-Apollo – Fidelity Edition from https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/apollo-music-player-fidelity-edition-t3038629 included
-build.prop tweaks for better video and storage performance and improve battery life
-bundled audio effects removed but keep main engine (Poweramp works now)

Download: Fiio X7 Purist ROM

 

Installation Guide

1. Download X7 Firmware Upgrade Tool from Fiio website http://x7pack.fiio.net/X7_Firmware_Upgrade_Tool_with_FW3.3.0.zip
2. Turn off Fiio X7
3. Connect X7 with USB connection to computer while holding previous track button
4. Install RK USB driver included in Firmware Upgrade Tool and replace update.img image with Fidelizer Purist ROM version.
5. Open X7 Firmware Upgrade Tool.exe and flash ROM according to instructions provided in “Instructions of How to Use the X7 Firwmare Upgrade Tool.pdf”

 

There’s a lot of improvements for Enhanced / Advanced ROM with PerfectDynamics Sound Optimizations. Please also check Portable Products for more details about ROM upgrades and hardware modification.