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The video compares various dongle DACs, focusing on the Fozzy Audio dongle's affordability compared to the Audioquest Cobalt. Both use the same DAC chip. It discusses volume control, a DAC giveaway, and audio performance with different headphones. The Fozzy Audio DS1 is praised for its value, while the Dragonfly Cobalt is recommended for genres like jazz. The speaker prefers the Fozzy Audio deck and offers giveaways. Viewers are encouraged to support the channel and enjoy music through dongle decks for a fulfilling experience.
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In this segment of the video, the content creator compares a Fozzy Audio dongle deck to a Audioquest Cobalt dongle deck that is significantly more expensive. The Fozzy Audio dongle has balanced and single-ended outputs, a USB-C input, and volume control. Meanwhile, the Cobalt dongle has a simple 3.5mm output and a USB-A input that requires an adapter for newer devices like iPhones. Both dongles use the same DAC chip, ESS Saber 9038Q2M, which is also found in the iBasso 9 Pro dongle deck. The comparison aims to determine if the much cheaper Fozzy Audio dongle can compete with the high-end Audioquest Cobalt.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses volume control on digital sources like computers and phones, recommending to max out volume on the source device and control volume on the analog device. The speaker also mentions a giveaway for three DACs by Audioquest and highlights that the Dragonfly Cobalt offers MQA support. Additionally, the speaker compares the audio performance of different headphones with the dongle DACs, noting differences in sound characteristics between the Dragonfly Black and the Dragonfly Cobalt.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker compares the sound quality and build of different audio DACs: Fozzie Audio DS1, High Diz S9 Pro, and Audioquest Dragonfly Cobalt. The Fozzie Audio DS1 is preferred for its sound profile and value at $77. However, for MQA support and a more dynamic sound, the Dragonfly Cobalt is recommended, especially for genres like jazz and classical music. The speaker also mentions issues like paint chipping on the Cobalt but notes its free value at $350. The Dragonfly Red costs around $200, while the Dragonfly Black is around $100. The final recommendation depends on budget and preferred sound signature.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses their preference for the Fozzie Audio deck over others like Cobalt or Dragonfly Red. They mention a giveaway for Dragonfly Black, Red, or Blue through Instagram and fillable forms. Viewers can support the channel via Patreon, affiliate links, and music streaming services. The speaker, identified as Randy, encourages listeners to enjoy music through the mentioned dongle decks for a fulfilling experience.