Hydrology Posted February 25, 2020 Share Posted February 25, 2020 Just committed (on reputation) to a Matrix Audio Element M DAC/Streamer. Any forum members using any of the Element Series? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lumholtzii Posted February 26, 2020 Share Posted February 26, 2020 No, but I'll very interested to see responses here. I would love to simplify my stupidly complex setup, and the 'M' is semi-serious option 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hydrology Posted February 26, 2020 Author Share Posted February 26, 2020 3 minutes ago, lumholtzii said: No, but I'll very interested to see responses here. I would love to simplify my stupidly complex setup, and the 'M' is semi-serious option It seems to tick a lot of boxes at a very good price point. Should have mine in a couple of weeks and will provide an in-depth analysis. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BugPowderDust Posted February 26, 2020 Share Posted February 26, 2020 I want to see one in the flesh but there's only a single reseller in Sydney and it's not worth a flight to check it out. The manual reads with a strong hint of "chinglish" so I hope the actual product is more refined than that based on the cost. They look well through out and highly capable. Some early niggles with software from some threads on the Roon forum. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hi-Fi Whipped Posted February 26, 2020 Share Posted February 26, 2020 A strong design influence from Schit products by the looks. I guess as a Roon user you do have more flexibility choosing a streamer because the native app for the device isn't as critical. App stability and usability is usually what separates the men from the boys in the streaming space and for Roon users it's a non issue from what I can tell. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ittaku Posted February 26, 2020 Share Posted February 26, 2020 I do not have this streamer, but I DO have their USB to SPDIF-2 device and I have to say it's exceptional. I'd be very tempted to grab some of their other hardware on the quality of that experience alone. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lumholtzii Posted February 26, 2020 Share Posted February 26, 2020 Just now, Ittaku said: I do not have this streamer, but I DO have their USB to SPDIF-2 device and I have to say it's exceptional. I'd be very tempted to grab some of their other hardware on the quality of that experience alone. Same here, and I agree, it is very good kit 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hydrology Posted February 26, 2020 Author Share Posted February 26, 2020 21 minutes ago, Hi-Fi Whipped said: A strong design influence from Schit products by the looks. I guess as a Roon user you do have more flexibility choosing a streamer because the native app for the device isn't as critical. App stability and usability is usually what separates the men from the boys in the streaming space and for Roon users it's a non issue from what I can tell. I do use Roon but the MA app is very nice from what I have seen. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hydrology Posted February 26, 2020 Author Share Posted February 26, 2020 11 minutes ago, Ittaku said: I do not have this streamer, but I DO have their USB to SPDIF-2 device and I have to say it's exceptional. I'd be very tempted to grab some of their other hardware on the quality of that experience alone. Great to hear! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BugPowderDust Posted February 26, 2020 Share Posted February 26, 2020 @Hydrology, I hope who you bought it through has local stock. Matrix have not opened back up yet and if they sent something from China, I'd be getting a big can of Glen20 onto it. https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/productdetails/15587/glen-20-disinfectant-spray-original-scent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hydrology Posted February 26, 2020 Author Share Posted February 26, 2020 22 minutes ago, recur said: @Hydrology, I hope who you bought it through has local stock. Matrix have not opened back up yet and if they sent something from China, I'd be getting a big can of Glen20 onto it. https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/productdetails/15587/glen-20-disinfectant-spray-original-scent I'm lucky, I never get sick - if anything I'm patient ZERO! (Yes, local stock) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted February 26, 2020 Share Posted February 26, 2020 Would be interesting to see how it goes against the Mytek Brooklyn. Looks like it's a good piece of kit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lumholtzii Posted February 26, 2020 Share Posted February 26, 2020 33 minutes ago, Tony B said: Would be interesting to see how it goes against the Mytek Brooklyn. Looks like it's a good piece of kit. when I started looking at the Matrix line a little bit bit more seriously I came across this. He loves reviewing dacs, and it's worth a look. It the X and Sabre-Pro, not the M, but it does have the Mytek 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 15, 2020 Share Posted March 15, 2020 @Hydrology So, any updates? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hydrology Posted March 15, 2020 Author Share Posted March 15, 2020 (edited) 24 minutes ago, John Doe said: @Hydrology So, any updates? Running it in as we speak. I did put some initial comments up here:- Will report back during the week. Suffice to say I am really liking it! Edited March 15, 2020 by Hydrology 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hydrology Posted March 15, 2020 Author Share Posted March 15, 2020 On 26/02/2020 at 12:48 PM, Hydrology said: I do use Roon but the MA app is very nice from what I have seen. I can confirm that the MA app is great, looks good, responsive and has native Tidal and Qobuz built-in, for those not on the Roon train. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 15, 2020 Share Posted March 15, 2020 If it sounds as good as it looks, I think you will be on a winner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hydrology Posted March 15, 2020 Author Share Posted March 15, 2020 3 minutes ago, John Doe said: If it sounds as good as it looks, I think you will be on a winner. If I had the cash to begin with I probably wouldve gone for the Lumin T2, but so far I'm enjoying this unit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fafner Posted March 17, 2020 Share Posted March 17, 2020 Hi Hydro I have the Element X and am pretty happy with it. The review on Audio science review had a strong influence on my decision to buy it. Being retired from working in the field of broadcast transmitters where compliance with specs' is everything, you realise that there can be big differences between theoretical and measured performance. The company gives the impression they are going to be around for the long haul and seem pretty responsive in addressing software bugs etc. A problem was discovered by an Element X owner here https://www.audiosciencereview.com/forum/index.php?threads/matrix-audio-element-x-issue.11027/ It has now been fixed by a firmware update. I think it applies to Element M also. Element X has a more complex headphone amplifier than the others with four separate amplifiers. In unbalanced headphone mode a pair of amplifiers feeds the left/right channels of one TRS socket and another pair feeds the other socket. In balanced mode the amplifiers are in bridge connected pairs and feed the XLR socket. This allows more signal voltage drive for the 'phones with the same supply voltage. Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiradi Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 Being a very happy Matrix Element I (black) , owner for 2 month now ...coming from Meitner MA1 and EMM Labs and many years of vinyl , I can only say this is a great unit....the MA Remote app needs a bit more work ...BUT , I am simply running a 2TB SSD , with my favorite music selected from the NAS , XLR cable from the Element I , into the HOLTON 050 and my oh my , dead quiet , 99db horn speakers....just very , very nice music , great soundstage and dynamics ....!!! Happy old duck here , very convenient remote control application for the old bloke LOL...!!! Thanks Matrix....!!!! 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draka76 Posted June 23, 2020 Share Posted June 23, 2020 Hi all, Im interested in getting an element m or x, and was wondering if someone could advise on what the ma remote app is like with tidal? Im after a standalone unit to do full mqa decoding from tidal using xlr into my yamaha cxa 5200 - elektra hd2 7 amp and then into my monitor audio silber rx8s. Im impressed with mconnect thru my yamaha, but looking to improve my tidal sound. I dont want to use roon as id like to use the app. Does it work well and easy to play all tracks in a tidal playlist etc? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. Regards, Draka Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draka76 Posted July 1, 2020 Share Posted July 1, 2020 On 24/06/2020 at 8:42 AM, Draka76 said: Hi all, Im interested in getting an element m or x, and was wondering if someone could advise on what the ma remote app is like with tidal? Im after a standalone unit to do full mqa decoding from tidal using xlr into my yamaha cxa 5200 - elektra hd2 7 amp and then into my monitor audio silber rx8s. Im impressed with mconnect thru my yamaha, but looking to improve my tidal sound. I dont want to use roon as id like to use the app. Does it work well and easy to play all tracks in a tidal playlist etc? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. Regards, Draka Anyone? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Draka Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hydrology Posted July 1, 2020 Author Share Posted July 1, 2020 Cant say I use the app much but it is well-thought out and does the job. I do believe however that it has a bug where it stops playing a track in a playlist and you need to hit play again to restart. Im sure this will be fixed in an upcoming software update. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draka76 Posted July 1, 2020 Share Posted July 1, 2020 34 minutes ago, Hydrology said: Cant say I use the app much but it is well-thought out and does the job. I do believe however that it has a bug where it stops playing a track in a playlist and you need to hit play again to restart. Im sure this will be fixed in an upcoming software update. Thanks Hydrology, that's great to know. Draka Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted July 23, 2020 Share Posted July 23, 2020 Hi Guys Anyone up-sampling at all? Read a thread about 88.2 being a real improvement. I don't normally buy into this but just thought i'd ask. Also what filters are we using? My preference is 3 or 7. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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