FiiO X1 worth it?

[LimpCurve]

I need a new music player on a budget and was wondering if the X1 just released by FiiO would be worth it. It's priced at $100 and can be found here. http://www.fiio.net/products/index.aspx?ID=100000060437344&MenuID=105026016 I personally know nothing about audio products so was hoping if this would offer good audio quality for the money. Thanks for your time.

[LimpCurve]

Oooooorrrr you could use your phone like the rest of the planet and save yourself $100.

A) I don't have a phone, there's a thing in the world called 'poor'. B ) Phone audio quality tends to be lesser than some cheaper audio players. C) I don't need a phone because I have nobody in the world I wanna call

[Captain_Slow]

A) I don't have a phone, there's a thing in the world called 'poor'. B ) Phone audio quality tends to be lesser than some cheaper audio players. C) I don't need a phone because I have nobody in the world I wanna call

 

I read about this thing a while back,

 

I have Fiio X5 and a tone of other fiio stuff.

 

I have never had a fiio that disappointed me, and the X5 is a fantastic player.

 

i'd get it if you have a decent pair of headphones to take advantage of it.

[creatip123]

It's kinda hard to say is it worth it or not, on DAPs (digital audio players). The difference between one and the other won't be overwhelming, plus you'd need a fairly decent (above average) IEM or headphones to tell the differences apart. 

 

Think of it this way: DAP is your graphic card, IEM or headphone is your display monitor. There's no use in getting ultra high-end graphic card, if you're using it with a crappy display that only goes to 1024x768px. 

[SnypeUXD]

It's kinda hard to say is it worth it or not, on DAPs (digital audio players). The difference between one and the other won't be overwhelming, plus you'd need a fairly decent (above average) IEM or headphones to tell the differences apart. 

 

Think of it this way: DAP is your graphic card, IEM or headphone is your display monitor. There's no use in getting ultra high-end graphic card, if you're using it with a crappy display that only goes to 1024x768px. 

You're right, except for the fact that DAPs have little difference. There's a reason there is such a huge gap in the value (<300$) market. Honestly, I could hear the difference immediately with my Fiio X3, compared to the E07k. Yes good headphones matter, but if you're upgrading bit by bit, the X1 is a great place to start, however you will need to invest in a micro SD card.

 

Overall the X1 will probably blow away any phone you might use, but you won't get the full benefit unless you have a decent pair of IEMs or cans.

[ShearMe]

If you'd like a cheaper option, Sansa's players are great and you can install Rockbox Firmware to make them super great. ClipZip's often show up refurbished on eBay for like $20.