Mojo Audio Mystique X - SE or X-24

[No Regrets]

That’s great news Don… good it’s working out and that the audio gods are fully behind your purchases.

It’s a lovely looking setup and that montagnana adds richly to the spirit of the room… perhaps it’s dual purpose and like a fab tonewood room resonator... beautiful instrument! Enjoy it in great health.

Thank you Graham for the very kind words!

Honestly, I don't hear anything being added to the room sound by having my cello placed where it is. Possibly due to the fact that my big Dunlavy speakers are a completely "sealed" box design with no ports whatsoever.

I do love my cello though... it looks as beautiful as it sounds...





Thank you again, Graham for your support along the way!

Best wishes,
Don

 

[the sound of Tao]

That is just a thing of beauty Don, adds so much to the spirit of the space even if it’s not audible… it’s presence brings the music culture very much alive in the room, a fabulous reminder of what it’s really all about… love it!

 

[No Regrets]

I have wondered about the CD2 MK3. Ben at Mojo told me get the CD3 MK3. I would rather spend $2k than $5k. Sounds like its playing well.

I was posting a while back about setting up my digital only in the new room. I was pretty stunned how amazing the whole of the system was playing with the Mojo DAC and Mojo Server. I think many write it off. Its not vinyl. I didn't spend $90,000. How could I beging to enjoy it. Whatever. Mojo audio DAC play fantastic. Especially when fed a good source.

Hi,

At the time, I had bought a new LTA Aero Dac and had it at home on a trial. Towards the end of my trial period I had reached out to Ben to inquire about his Mojo dac and also ask him about his opinions about dedicated cd transports. I was at that time using my vintage Rotel 955AX cd player as the transport and was concerned that it may be holding back whichever dac I might be using. Ben told me if I wanted the biggest sound improvement, that I would be better off buying his Mystique X-24AM and to continue using my Rotel (until I can afford a dedicated cd transport) as that would garner a much better sound improvement than if I would keep the Aero and buy a new Jay's CDT3-MK3 cd transport.

My first thought was, he is just being a salesman and pushing his own product, but then he said, I'll give you a 45 day trial on my dac and let "your" ears be the judge. I took him up on his offer and he was absolutely right.

He also told me that when I was ready for a dedicated cd transport, that he felt the CDT3-MK3 was a better transport than the CDT2-Mk3. He may be right on that account too, but I have had numerous people who had auditioned both side by side and the consensus was that oftentimes they could not hear a sonic difference, and actually had a couple people say they preferred the CDT2-MK3 over the newer and basically all of them said the newer one was not worth double the price of the older model.

I happened upon a great deal on a like-new CDT2-MK3 in mint condition and I jumped on it! Partly, because I spent more than I had anticipated on the Mojo Dac (which I truly feel is worth every penny I paid for it) and because of what the many other various forum members had shared with me. I am very happy with this transport and would highly recommend it to anyone as an excellent value and a great sounding piece of gear.

Best wishes,
Don

 

[Kingrex]

Thanks Don. I will get the same transport you have. I have a couple other changes before I get there.

 

[JJDtown]

Hello,

Some months have gone by …

I’m glad you bought the Mojo DAC and that you’re enjoying it.

Almost every time I listen to it I think “wow this thing sounds so good.”

Best of luck!

 

[No Regrets]

Hello,

Some months have gone by …

I’m glad you bought the Mojo DAC and that you’re enjoying it.

Almost every time I listen to it I think “wow this thing sounds so good.”

Best of luck!

Thanks JJ,

I'm glad I bought it too. I think it's a relative bargain compared to what some dacs cost and it truly does sound amazing!
"No Regrets" with this purchase

Best wishes,
Don

 

[No Regrets]

I thought I'd just check back in for a quick moment. I'm still really enjoying my Mojo Audio Mystique X-24AM R2R dac being driven by my Jay's Audio dedicated cd transport!

I recently had an audiophile friend ask me to make a video recording of a particular component of my system. I am very technically challenged, but with time and a lot of trial and error, I figured out how to do it! So, I thought it might be fun to post a couple of vid's to this thread, in an effort to give you a little glimpse of what the Mojo might sound like.

Please keep in mind. This is not a professional recording. It is just for fun. I am simply recording with my iPhone, handheld horizontally, without the use of any external mic's, etc. Please use a decent set of headphones/speakers vs cellphone/laptop speakers when listening, in order to get a better idea of the sound. I hope you enjoy

Best wishes,
Don

 

[No Regrets]

Here's another quick vid using the Mojo Audio Mystique X-24AM being driven by the Jay's Audio Cd Transport.
Thank you for indulging me (Please excuse the cameo appearance of my little listening buddy)

Best wishes,
Don

 

[JJDtown]

Here's another quick vid using the Mojo Audio Mystique X-24AM being driven by the Jay's Audio Cd Transport.
Thank you for indulging me (Please excuse the cameo appearance of my little listening buddy)

Best wishes,
Don

Both recordings sound great (even through my iPhone speakers).

I’m still very happy with the Mojo DAC as well. In fact, these days I spend very little time thinking about “audiophile” stuff. I just listen to music. When I turn it up I’m even more impressed.

It seems like you have a good dog. I have a puppy Cavalier King Charles who’s still a little crazy but is on his way to being a good boy.

Take care,
JJ

 

[PYP]

Here's another quick vid using the Mojo Audio Mystique X-24AM being driven by the Jay's Audio Cd Transport.
Thank you for indulging me (Please excuse the cameo appearance of my little listening buddy)

Best wishes,
Don

enjoyed the video and, especially, the cameo. I just streamed the song on my setup and it is very, very good for a 44.1/16 recording. She has made good sound a priority. I like that album. Has the vibe of late night jazz.

 

[No Regrets]

Both recordings sound great (even through my iPhone speakers).

I’m still very happy with the Mojo DAC as well. In fact, these days I spend very little time thinking about “audiophile” stuff. I just listen to music. When I turn it up I’m even more impressed.

It seems like you have a good dog. I have a puppy Cavalier King Charles who’s still a little crazy but is on his way to being a good boy.

Take care,
JJ

Thank you, JJ!

That is one of the beauties of the Mojo. It simply allows us to listen and enjoy the music and takes our minds off the equipment!

Yes, I think he is a very good dog. He loves listening to music with me and just being with me no matter what we may doing. He's very loving, supporting, and comforting to me. I love him like a son.

Congratulations on your Cavalier King Charles puppy! Puppies can be challenge our patience at times, but they are so fun! Plus, it is these puppy years where you forge that bond that builds throughout their life...which I am sure, you will come to love as I do

Best wishes,
Don

 

[No Regrets]

enjoyed the video and, especially, the cameo. I just streamed the song on my setup and it is very, very good for a 44.1/16 recording. She has made good sound a priority. I like that album. Has the vibe of late night jazz.

Thank you!

I've had the pleasure of listening to Patricia performing live (in jazz clubs, hotel lounges, etc) many times over the last couple of decades in the Chicagoland area. She is a fantastic vocalist, pianist, and song writer and she really knows how to play to the audience.

She does care about the sound of her performances, as well as her recordings. In fact, she played a concert for the attendees of AXPONA 2025 this year so that the many audiophiles could have the chance at hearing her live.

I'm glad you didn't mind my pup popping in to say hi in the video

Best wishes,
Don