Great 👍job Gavin! I came back from about a year ago to watch your review! You nailed it!

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks David 🙏

Oct 2022. Gavin, many thanks for this. Have just come across THX Onyx when I was researching the little DragonFly DAC dongles. I appreciated and liked your THX Onyx Review and thought your replies to questions in Comments were commendable. Great job. I have subscribed.

@GavinsGadgets

Жыл бұрын

Appreciate your feedback and subscribing 👍

Hi Gavin. Big thanks for a great review! It really helped me decide. So, my Onyx should be delivered soon. Thanks!!

@GavinsGadgets

2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the feedback Max. Hope you enjoy using it as much as I enjoy mine!

@maxjensen

2 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets I received it yesterday. Your review is spot on! Thanks again :)

@GavinsGadgets

2 жыл бұрын

No problem 😀👍

Gavin actually does knows what he is talking about...keep up the good work...cheers

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

Ok Gavin I would like to say thank you! Your channel is my new favorite. I love the way each video flows with detail and knowledge of a TESTED and USED product and the video is quick to the point and leaves me with information to help make a useful decision. Please keep it up liked and subscribed mate great job. I am currently purchasing a semi portable DAC/amp for headphones. I was looking at the THX onyx, iFi Hip-Dac, iFi Zen DAC, Monoprice THX AAA portable or could be persuaded to something more expensive if its worth it. My main use for this is when I travel not in the sense of walking down the street or in the airport but rather sitting in hotels for quarantine 14 days at a time. I would mainly be using this with my 12 pro max or surface or macbook pro.

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ryan for all the feedback , appreciated!

@ryanbailey112

3 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets which one out of the list would you recommend?

@newkid7

3 жыл бұрын

Out of the 3 I own expect THXAAA, Zen Dac sounds the best, fuller, more spacious and more musical than Hip Dac and Onyx at least to my ears.

Great review, going to see how they sound with my Audeze isine 20’s.

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏 be interested in your feedback

Hey Gavin Very nice review ! I’ve been using the chord mojo for a few years now and was wondering if you are familiar with it and how it would compare . Thank you in advance !

@GavinsGadgets

2 жыл бұрын

Hi. Yes I'm very familiar with the Mojo. I would give it the edge on sound quality.

I use the Onyx with Etymotic earbuds (ER4P and ER4XR) and I am astonished by how good the combination is. I have a custom build AC powered amp which is better than the Onyx, but not by much. For a fully mobile setup this device delivers amazing sound. I'd be interested in your thoughts on the Onyx compared to the Dragonfly series.

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your feedback Charles. I rate the Onyx higher than the Dragonfly.

First good review describing the sound. Thank you. How does it Compair to something like a chord mojo?

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Similar in some ways tbh. It’s more about size and functions differences

@RobeonMew

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds the same as Mojo. Mojo is old, amd is fulla guts, THX is streamlined, so if you're thinking about it, unless you're mobile, go Mojo. But this is THX's 1st product (2nd if you consider the theater setups a product) and is meant for mobile.

@RobeonMew

2 жыл бұрын

Personally Im buying an Onyx as soon as I can.

Hey Gavin, Great Video ! Thanks ! How independent is your review ? have you been sponsored or paid for this by the products company ?

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Hi David, thanks for feedback. I bought this myself with my own money.

Another excellent review, Gavin. Thanks! I see how your comments about how it compares to hip-dac. Have you heard Qudelix 5K as USB or Bluetooth DAC-amp and wonder how this compares? I’m testing hip-dac and Qudelix right now. Thanks again!

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul. I have heard the Qudelix yet so would be interested in your feedback

@kellycny65

3 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets The Qudelix has a lot of cool features, including impressive Bluetooth fidelity and range. It also has a fantastic app, with a built-in parametric EQ, that is a tinkerer's dream due to multiple settings options. The Qudelix form factor also is marvelous, as it's about the size of a 9-volt battery. But the Qudelix and hip-dac couldn't be more different in sound signature as a DAC. The Qudelix is very bright due to its ES9218P Sabre chip. The hip-dac uses a Burr-Brown chip, which has a much warmer sound. The difference is clearly audible with decent-to-good cans. The hip-dac also has a lot more power than the Qudelix. I think it's a case of horses for courses. If Bluetooth and built-in EQ are main selling points, then the Qudelix is a marvelous piece of kit. It also adds a bit of needed sparkle to my Meze 99 Classics, which are fun but very warm cans. The pairing of the hip-dac and the 99 Classics boosts the warmth just too much for my ears. But the hip-dac sounds fantastic with my HiFiMan HE-400se International cans, which you just reviewed. Very musical, the right blend of warmth and brightness. I love those cans just as much as you! Keep up the good work here. Really enjoy your reviews. And I just followed you on Instagram. Your photography is beautiful! Who knew? You're a talented dude.

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the feedback. And thanks 🙏

This has a neat build and cleaner output. Wondering how will these compare with the Lotoo Paw S1.

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

That’s one dac I haven’t got or heard. Someone else also asked about this. I will see if I can get one.

Is this one better than the Fiio Q3 Headphone AMP DAC with THX AAA you reviewed last year? Looking to pair the DT 1990, 6xx , and 660s with one or the other? If not these two do you recommend a better one? Thanks

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

They’re different use cases. One has its own battery. One doesn’t. Either would work.

Even listening to music with my stock LG earphones on my V50 the audio quality is really good

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

It’s a great phone Romeo.

@Oriolus1

3 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets awesome

Have a MacBook Pro 16” and Sennheiser HD58x listening to Apple Music HD. Am debating between this ($190) dongle and the PEE-51 by Astel & Kern ($160) They are about the same price. Which do you think would be better? Better yet do you think something as powerful as this and as costly would provide noticeable improvement to just simply plugging my HD58x directly into the 3.5mm on the MacBook Pro? Any help is appreciated thank you

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

The MacBook headphone jack is ok actually. Any external DAC will be better.

@Gavin’s Gadgets can you advise if these would pair well with audio technica m50x? They are my go to for an all day comfortable sound but am hoping to pull more detail out. I like a flat signature for long listening sessions.

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

M50x should be fine 👍

@cobraflunkie

3 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets thanks Gavin:)

Hi Gavin , I have been trying to get into lossless audio for a while and thinking of buying the Onyx. Was thinking of buying the Beyerdynamic Dt770 pro 80 ohms headphones to pair up with it . Would you recommend the beyers ?

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

I like that model personally

@dementedpitbull

3 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets hello have you tried this with Apple’s new lossless music? If so what’s your opinion on it?

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Yes I am using it with Apples lossless music. Works really well.

@dementedpitbull

3 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets ok thanks for the reply. I just watched your video on the fiio btr5 and I may go that route.

Is this something that overrides an equalizer? Or can you use it in conjunction with an equalizer? I currently have the corsair virtuoso xts for reference.

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Probably depends from device to device but on what I used I was able to EQ

Hi Gavin, I have been confused between THX Onyx and Monolith THX Portable Amplifier... For me size is not a factor, sound quality is... Is there a massive difference between the 2 when it comes to audio quality?

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

I doubt it.

Love from 🇮🇳

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

Gavin can you compare vs the Atom 2, specifically for iems?

@GavinsGadgets

2 жыл бұрын

If I can get one sent to me.

Blimey, I thought it was Keith from The Office for one insane moment.

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

😂

I was looking forward to the ibasso dacs reviews

@GavinsGadgets

2 жыл бұрын

ATM certain stuff is harder to get due to shortages plus its not possible to cover everything

@GavinsGadgets

2 жыл бұрын

If you have a contact at iBasso I’ll happily look at reviewing them

@TheLateral18

2 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets i have the dc03 if you'll like I'll lend it for a review

@GavinsGadgets

2 жыл бұрын

That’s most kind of you. I have got the dc02 which is pretty similar to the dc03. Neither are as good as the dragonfly cobalt or thx onyx but then it does costs a fraction of the price.

How do think the sound is compared to a DAP like Fiio M11 Plus?

@GavinsGadgets

2 жыл бұрын

Not heard that Fiio I’m afraid

Great review! I guess now that the iPhone Pro Max has USB-C you don’t need another dongle from Apple.

Can you do comparison review using this product versus audioquest DF line up and versus other dingle DACs?

@GavinsGadgets

2 жыл бұрын

I have done a 3 way vs the Cobalt, this and ifi go blu kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2h-x9CtYrueebw.html

@renzrulzz

2 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets thank you so much..

Gain, does it have a line out function like the dragonfly?

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

I’m not aware that it has this functionality Adrian.

Hi there, I am waiting for mine to arrive. I have a query, if I purchase a higher end DAC, which has usb-b audio input, what is the recommended method to connect to my phone (usb-c)? Thanks 😊

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

With a usb b to usb c cable.

@Benskingdom

3 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets thanks.

Is there a Android adapter if I wanted to play through my integrated amplifier

@GavinsGadgets

Жыл бұрын

Just use a 3.5mm to rca or whatever your amp needs with the dac

Which headphones would you recommend for use with this DAC for iPhone 12 Pro Max?

@GavinsGadgets

2 жыл бұрын

How long is a piece of string. This dac can work with a huge variety of headphones.

Gavin, that seems an amazing device, thx amp isn't going to add any warmth to a 600 or such of course, shame can't use the newer iphone adapter so can charge at same time as it must stuck quite a bit of power. What about using it with a USB output DAP like a small Hiby R2, would that power it a looking for a way not to drain my phone?

@adrianmorrish8494

3 жыл бұрын

Hang on this is only 180 mw per channel how does t drive those hp's so Well?

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

The output is not a good guide. It’s is able to drive upto 1,000 ohm headphones apparently. It drove my Beyerdynamic dt1990 pro 250 ohms ok. It is a shame re the iPhone adapter but I’ve not worried too much when using it. It works with any usb output, DAPs included.

@adrianmorrish8494

3 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets it would appear this is using a totally different power regulation method then traditional amp circuits where impedence does not have the same relationship to actual rather than theoretical power output, very interesting and probably the most exciting point of this device. So torn now between a hipdac or this, this has a more bit perfect sound while the hip dac bur brown has a warmer relaxed sound from what I understand, I would very much like to try both and compare.

@adrianmorrish8494

3 жыл бұрын

I think it will come down to preference, possibly genre and certainly the HP'S studio timbre

@adrianmorrish8494

3 жыл бұрын

House not studio

Hi Gavin, how does it compare to ifi hip dac and dragonfly cobalt/red (mainly on iem)?

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

It has better sound quality, but the hip DAC has powermatch on on some sensitive IEMs that will be a win for the hip DAC as the THX could be too powerful. The hip DAC has a few extra features too.

@newkid7

3 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets Have you tried these 3 for laptop use let's say a MacBook?

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Frigging excellent on a MacBook. Really be careful with the volume. Start really low first.

@newkid7

3 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets I have Onyx for a few days, disappointed at first, because it didn't show much potential through iTunes, just tad sweeter than headphone jack. But switched to Audirvana, it's a different world, the sense of space, body, dynamics, accuracy just fantastic, I'm pretty amazed by what this little thing can do. It's a very focused sound which coming more in front of you while Hip Dac less depth but more width. I would say Onyx is bit clearer, more focused, faster, more well controlled device than Hip Dac, but it can't beat the Hip Dac's bass boost, and other versatile features, Hip Dac isn't picky about equipment, it makes all kinds of headphones and IEMs enjoyable to listen to, while Onyx might need an audiophile level music player and better paired with a headphone with good bass to get full potential. I enjoy both Dacs.

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the feedback 😀😀

How does it compare to the HTC dongle?

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Much better than the HTC dongle in any measurement

How does this compare to the oppo ha-2 se

@GavinsGadgets

2 жыл бұрын

It’s been a long time since I had the Oppo so can’t say for certain. The Oppo was very nice sounding. This is more about design and size etc.

can u campare it with something like nextdrive spectra X, Dragonfly cobalt, earman sparrow and lotoo paw s1? :)

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

I have the Cobalt arriving today so expect a comparison soon.

@matusjurcik6974

3 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets sweet, thanks :)

better than cobalt? or lotoo S1 ?

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Cobalt yes IMO. Not heard the lotoo s1.

Would you recommend it for my Ipad pro 2021 edition? It has USB-C or do I still need an adapter?

@GavinsGadgets

2 жыл бұрын

Yes. I use it with mine perfectly. No adapter needed. Just plugged in.

@juanargueta5988

2 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets does it really enhance the audio

@GavinsGadgets

2 жыл бұрын

Yes it really does so long as you’re wired headphones are good too. No point connected rubbish headphones.

@juanargueta5988

2 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets yes i have the shure se 846 and Sennheiser ie900 for my iems

@GavinsGadgets

2 жыл бұрын

The Sennheiser are super efficient. You might just manage with the Apple headphone adapter which is £10. Worth trying that route first.

is it any better then fiio q3 thx dac amp ?

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Just different, in some ways it is, in other ways not.

Will it fit the PlayStation all consuls

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

In theory of course it will if they have usb sockets 😀

watching this with my THX Onyx and 560s and I can hear someone snoring in the background

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

If you watched the video, I did mention my dog had fallen asleep in her bed 😀😀

@MrPercursor

3 жыл бұрын

i can hear it too, with my 560s just plug to the laptop, does it make diference with the Onyx pluged?

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

The snoring was down to my dog. Nothing else.

Can you pls name what headphones are ideal with the onyx in your professional opinion

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

The video provided some ideas.

@Bro-tr2xq

3 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets you mentioned Dt1990 pro and HD600-599 but these are on the pricey side, is it purely wired or it does work with wireless headphones?

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

It’s a wired dac. You can only use wireless headphones in wired mode. Look at sennheiser hd 560s.

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Or Hifiman sundara or akg k371

This or the Zen Dac V2 for pc?

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Both ok. Zen for me.

Just received my thx onyx dac and well..... I think I got a dud. Worked fine at first but then when I put some volume through it, I heard this very loud screeching sound that almost tore my eardrums out. After hours of stuffing around I now plug it in at very low volume and within 30 seconds the screeching is back. That was $360 well spent ! Considering the lack of service from Razer to get it in the first place I can only imagine what the next step of getting a refund will be like 😒 Why did I bother at all !

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Unlucky for sure. I’ve not had any issue with mine since I bought it. What were you connecting it to and from?

@basilblue6474

3 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets Hi Gavin, am running it from samsung s21ultra usbc to a pair of Yamaha pro 500 head phones using power amp music player

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Ok. Just to double check a couple of things. You plug the thx onyz in first without the headphones connected? Wait for the thx onyx lights to do its start up and when finished then plug your Yamaha headphones in. ? If not does this work. Do you get any noise without using the power amp player app which might be the culprit? If you have locally stored music, usb audio player pro is a better app for using external dacs.

@basilblue6474

3 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets yes thats the process I followed, it also makes the noise when playing youtube music. Does that app allow my locally stored music to be played as in say poweramp ?

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Usb audio player pro does. Not sure why you’re getting issue

Hi Gavin, I think you would have liked the creativr sxfi amp, not necessarily the best sounding dongle, but it is well built, have a usb-c and volume and play/ pause controls. Also on a PC for 3d audio it s quite nive

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Joe. Thanks for the suggestion. Appreciated

Gavin should know that Tidal & MQA are a con by now ?

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

I have seen the KZread videos but that's just one side so far.

who was snoring in the background? :D

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

My dog 🐶 😀😀

Hi Gavin, How does onyx compare with Dragonfly Red and Earmen Sparrow?

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Versus the DFR, it is much better. The volume this Onyz can deliver is astounding too. Not heard the other one.

How does it compare to LG V50?

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Ones a phone, one isn’t. The V50 costs a lot more too. I think the thx is better overall but it’s an unfair margin

@Oriolus1

3 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets so better than built-in LG QUAD DAC??

5:59 - and where is it?

@RobeonMew

2 жыл бұрын

And who's snoring in the background?

@GavinsGadgets

2 жыл бұрын

What was at 5.59?

@GavinsGadgets

2 жыл бұрын

One of my dogs had come into my room , sat down and gone to sleep 😀

Hope you could try it with Google pixel 3 or 4

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

I used a friends pixel 4. Worked fine.

@Oriolus1

3 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets awesome but how does the clarity it produces?

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

The same as my review

@Oriolus1

3 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets oh yes sorry my mistake Gavin😊

Will it work in car audio?

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

How are you intending to connect it Steve in the car?

@stevedavey9250

3 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets usb connection in car. Lightning to usb Camera Adapter and 3.5mm male aux? Thank you for the quick reply and stellar review. Tried Dragonfly Cobalt, but no go

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Should work. So long as using official apple adapter as per video , just careful of volume at first

How does this compares to schiit hel

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Ricky. ATM Schiit gear is really difficult to get in the UK due to component shortages.

Thx onyx, can’t find on amazon? Can any 1 please tell me where can i buy this item?

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Ravi. It’s sold on Razer store.

Wtf the fat lightning cable works you don’t need the skinny one

@GavinsGadgets

2 жыл бұрын

What's the question Todd?

@Hammboss4life

2 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets why you mis informed your viewers about the fat lightning adapter not working well it works just fine

@GavinsGadgets

2 жыл бұрын

I’m not misinforming. I have both old and new Apple ones. The instructions in BOLD letters state which one works and doesn’t. So I tested this. And in certain scenarios with some Apple hardware the fat one didn’t work when I tested it. Thank you.

Should I return my ifi Hip Dac and get this ????? 😪😪😪

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve, why would you want to do that? The hip DAC costs less. Has its own power via its battery along with power match and xbass options. Like everything, if you spend more money there’s always something better. Or something newer coming out. Etc etc

@klc2578

3 жыл бұрын

for hipdac price & features, don't think THX can compete with it.

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

👍

@TheSteve57

3 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets Thank you for taking time to reply. Pleased with your answer, I bloody love everything about the hip dac ( except for short usb c to usb whatever it is ), will look for a bit longer and more pliable cable lol 👍👍

@TheSteve57

3 жыл бұрын

@@klc2578 I was just checking, love my hip dac 👍

Can you use it with AirPods Max? Thanks

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

No it’s not meant for those headphones.

@ronsmith4330

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

would it work with a raspberry pi?

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

I don’t see why it won’t. I’ve not got one to try sadly. Everything I’ve used it with works ok.

@geertverstraete718

3 жыл бұрын

@@GavinsGadgets Does it show up as an audio device (asio?)

@GavinsGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

On my Mac it’s just pops up under sound options. Using Tidal on my Mac it shows up as a MQA device in the Tidal interface.