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EtherStream Network Switch review on Positive Feedback by Tom Gibbs

 

EtherStream - Main

 

The first review for EtherStream Network Switch is finally published. It was reviewed by Tom Gibbs who review Fidelizer 6 software years back. At the time most people were skeptical towards software optimizations and I’m thankful he gave Fidelizer a chance in his system.

After EtherStream product design is finalized, I sent units to early reviewers to reviewed Fidelizer software before. I didn’t expect to have a lot of orders from local dealers so I could send one at the time and Tom Gibbs is the first reviewer who received EtherStream.

EtherStream was thoroughly tested in his systems over there with various scenarios including video streaming which is also very effective. This is his conclusion after months of reviewing product with network related applications.

Positive Feedback

My hat is off to Keetakawee Punpeng for all of his brilliant efforts in the service of improving the streaming quality of Ethernet and digital sources—well done! Years ago, when I first encountered Fidelizer—and based on the prevailing attitudes on the internet audio forums—you’d have to be certifiably mad to even think about chancing its use in your system. When in actuality, he was one of the few really forward looking individuals out there willing to push the envelope and take the chances necessary to improve the quality of digital music playback. That brilliance continues with the EtherStream; the improvements wrought by this unobtrusive device across the entire spectrum of internet-connected devices is staggeringly good. Very highly recommended!

I’m happy to see video applications being mentioned in audio review too. EtherStream is very effective in media streaming applications also so I highly recommend to read his full review and check product information to see how it can be effective in your systems.

Fidelizer uses DHL Express for 2-7 days worldwide shipping service

 

 

Hi. After introductory period of EtherStream network switch is over, I received some inquiries about EtherStream having high shipping fee. After looking at products page to order submission, I came to realize that Fidelizer never inform about shipping services.

So today I’d like to explain how Fidelizer manages shipment with products. When we first introduce new hardware products, we offer free shipping for one month and observe how average shipping fee should be.

For EtherStream, it has 1kg weight for shipment fee and cheapest possible shipping will be around $50. For most shipments in Europe, it costed around $60-80 USD and some countries was charged for around $100 too.

So I decided to setup shipment for EtherStream at $65 USD for 1kg product. All other products also have the same process done for standard shipping fee. The price is higher but it’s safe and reliable to ship anywhere in one week without fail.

I hope you can understand why Fidelizer charges shipping fee higher than others. It’s because time and safety are important to make sure products will always arrive in 2-4 weeks after ordering. 🙂

iBasso DX150 Oreo 8.1 Purist ROM version V1.15.233 ported from DX220 ROM released!

 

Fidelizer - PerfectDynamics Sound Optimizations 2.0

 

For new users, please read about PerfectDynamics 2.0 Sound Optimizations first for new improvements with Fidelizer ROMs.

 

Hi. There was some urgent matters after porting DX200 ROM so it a bit of delay. Now DX220 V1.15.233 port for DX150 is ready and sounding better than ever. 🙂

 

-Based on iBasso DX220 firmware version V1.15.233
Yalp Store is added as Play Store’s alternative (I still keep Google services for those who want to install Play Store through other means)
-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)

 

Download: iBasso DX150 Purist ROM | Official version

 

Installation Guide

1. Install Rockchip USB driver included in AndroidTool and make sure it shows ‘Found One ADB device’ in AndroidTool software
2. Extract Official Oreo ROM firmware from iBasso to device’s storage and flash from Settings > System > Updater > Local storage
3. After successfully flashing official ROM, go to Settings > System > About tablet and tap “Build number” for 7 times to enable “Developer options”
4. Tap back arrow to enter “Developer options”, enable “USB debugging”, and press OK
5. Connect DX150 to computer with USB connection in Android mode again and press OK to allow USB debugging
6. Download Disable Verity package and run disable_verity.bat file (You may need to authorize USB debugging and run disable verity again if not reboot)
7. After DX150 boots up properly with Verity disabled, turn off device and connect with USB connection to computer while holding play button
8. Open AndroidTool, click on “Upgrade Firmware” tab, click on Firmware button and select update.img extracted from Purist ROM then click Upgrade

 

If you like improvements in Purist ROM, you may upgrade to Enhanced / Advanced ROM for even better sound. Please read Portable Products for more details including iBasso DX150 Fidelizer Mod project with 3 modification levels and happy listening. 🙂

Re-introducing NimitraOS, I think it’s time to address Nimitra’s platform and features properly

Last year I was so busy preparing and shipping a few Nimitra units including some special custom order ones. This year I have a bit of time to develop and research on various things and today I realize it’s time to properly re-address about Nimitra’s core competencies in software.

Back then the idea of introducing software features in Nimitra as OS sounds technically incorrect since OS is Windows 10 and doesn’t sound sincere. That’s what I thought and introduced as Nimitra Edition Platform with a bit too short description since I was too focused on sound quality alone.

While I was working on Nimitra updates recently, I realized I didn’t mention many useful features I developed at all. And thinking again most Linux-based OS are actually distros packed with different kernel and software. Some are actually dressed popular distros or tweaked ones.

So, it would sound appropriate address these features in platform as OS for user to understand Nimitra better and I’ll name it NimitraOS. At least this should make more sense than Windows 10 Nimitra Edition Platform. I updated NimitraOS in Nimitra product page as below.

 

NimitraOS: Fidelized Windows 10 Platform for audiophiles

 

Windows 10 comes with many features unrelated to audio solutions. Some may tweak OS to disable unused features and services. NimitraOS optimizes at roots by removing all non-audio features from installation itself, with dedicated optimizations to maximize audio performance.

 

Fidelized Windows 10 Pro debloating performance

 

This reduces RAM usage to only 1GB in fully operational mode with special version of Fidelizer as CAS platform using specialized optimizations that can ready your system in about 30 seconds from power on. NimitraOS is the most solid Windows platform optimized for audiophiles.

NimitraOS also come with assistant software maintaining products and services used in Nimitra such as maintaining library database with storage changes on Asset/JRiver/MinimServer automatically. JPLAY services are handled with audio detection providing smoothest experience.

Audio drivers will no longer trouble NimitraOS with over 500 latest drivers integrated providing bit-perfect playback with manufacturer’s driver as true plug and play. There’s also Teamviewer support to assist with software and driver update remotely.

 

I hope this will help you understanding Nimitra Computer Audio Server better on software improvements side. It’s not just trimmed down OS with audio optimizations but also packed with a lot of quality of life features making complexed things done simpler. 🙂

Things I realized while refactoring USB audio drivers for Nimitra server

 

Image result for xmos audio driver

 

Today I refactored USB audio drivers for Nimitra server and update latest drivers from possible sources I found for 2019 update. While during driver update for whole night, I realized something interesting.

 

1. Many clients are computer illiterate and I often see my Fidelizer clients asking his friends to setup with driver. Companies not providing public driver support will cause a lot of trouble for their clients who don’t setup driver themselves. I’m sure they have their reasons but refusing to provide public driver download can cause clients returning products due to unexpected issues.

2. Driver download should be easily accessible. Some companies don’t provide driver download in product or support page and browsing through site’s structure to find downloadable content can make some people giving up on trying. Some companies also made a good decision to adopt single technology and make universal driver for all products which is very nice.

3. Products with more up to date drivers will take higher priority on customer’s checklist. Some used to be famous products gaining less attention due to using legacy XMOS driver version 1.61 and newer Windows 10 with updates may have strange issues for some.

 

I also saw a few companies leaving industry and some redirected audiophile website to some random shops instead which is kinda sad too. Computer audio should be easier to use with less trouble and I hope Nimitra can help getting better audio experience with passionate products.