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iBasso DX200 Purist ROM version 2.8.198 V2 released!

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DX200 - Purist ROM

 

Hello everyone. I noticed iBasso also updated base factory image to version 2.1 on another day so I think it should be a good idea to repack the ROMs with the new base factory image aside boot/kernel/system image files.

This probably brings no significant improvements but changing base factory image from version 1.3 to 2.1 should some what improve compatibility. I also tuned PerfectDynamics a little to improve ROM’s reliability too.

 

-Based on firmware version 2.8.198
-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

For Mac / Linux users, please check this guide for flashing Fidelizer Purist ROM on Mac / Linux instructions.

 

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.

iBasso DX200 Purist ROM version 2.8.198 released!

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DX200 - Purist ROM

 

It’s finally here. I’m visiting my parents right now so it took a while. Using laptop with USB drive is quite slow and it took days to compile and test ROM on my friend’s device remotely. I didn’t bring DX200 with me

Aside from new fixes and improvements from stock ROM, optimizations I applied are the same as before and confirmed working splendidly. 🙂

-Based on firmware version 2.8.198
-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.

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 DX200 Fidelizer Ultimate Mod feedback from koluludome

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DX200 - Fidelizer Ultimate Mod

 

Here’s another feedback today from iBasso DX200 customer in Thailand. He shared his public feedback in forums and also share me his private feedback to some people as below.

I modified both device and Amp module (which has soft mute circuit bypassed for better sound than not to)

I can say that this one can go up all the way in the same level as SP1000cu/ss only that the house sound is not the same character.

SP1000 both version sound more edgy and meatier than my mod DX200 which makes vocal sound more like a real person in some recording but it make some song sound weird and SP1000 both version is better in layering in depth axis but not much better. Other than that, DX200 with Fidelizer Ultimate Mod is equal to both SP1000 and beat them in some category.

Modded DX200 has wider soundstage, more reference sound and also more musical than before modding. You’ll feel how the recordings were recorded for real! Something that was hidden when I use original DX200 was showed in great layering even the sound character will not render the sound layering more obvious like SP1000 do but you will be surprised by how it can be improved. Whispering sound in background of recording becoming more obvious to recognize without volume up. The echo of the vocal and instrument is more real.

I intended to do only Amp1 modification but when I hear DX200 with Fidelizer ultimate mod, I changed my mind. After I heard what the one that he by-passed the soft mute circuit, it sounded even better that I sent back my unit to do it too.

If you are good to go and have some effort to wait for it, I suggest you to send your unit for ultimate modification. But you can try only Amp module modification first to make sure that his stuff is real deal.

If you need a suggestion, try his paid firmware modification first. It’s cheaper way to hear the difference and you can always get the update when newer version fw is out.

For more information and the price, contact him directly. Hope this helps. 🙂

I’m also working on new optimizations in Fidelizer ROMs based on feedback from DX200 Ultimate Mod users too. 🙂