Denafrips FPGA Firmware Update

I purchased the Enoy (Ares II) in November and have enjoyed it since then. But there was the occasional reverb effect. It was a great improvement over my DENON AV built in DAC via HDMI. I wasn't expecting anything earth shattering, but... It was night and day! The very first thing I noticed was the much larger and 3D soundstage. The balance of the audio was majorly improved and much more detailed without harshness at all. Finally the minor reverb effects I noticed in some songs was gone,

Listening to Beth Hart's vocals were just as raspy and strong, but with absolutely no artifacts which allowed me to listen without fatigue. Pink Floyd Shine on You Crazy Diamond was as clear and detailed as my vinyl CBS half speed pressing (the second corrected version). I have a very good vinyl setup, but I just can't stop listening now. My wife has to remind me she wants to watch something. Haha.

I hope everyone has the same experience. Alvin and his team deserve massive praise for the way they take care of the customer! And that the update really did make a major improvement.

One note for the Windows/USB users. After rebooting to allow unsigned drivers, you must install the Configuration driver which is separate from the FUT tool. If you don't the USB HiRes F-20 Configuration device will show up, but you will have the yellow exclamation triangle that is isn't functioning and the FUT tool will fail. Once that is working the update is instantaneous. I rebooted my Windows system and cycled the power completely on the DAC. I believe you will be very happy with this upgrade/ 

@audibleguy - all Denafrips anniversary models have the new firmware. From what Alvin said, only II models can get the update. Double check, but that’s my understanding.

I find it interesting that some here are reporting an improvement in sound stage dimensions after the upgrade. While I really like my Pontus II, the one area I would like to see improvement on is the sound stage. I am looking forward to this upgrade in a big way!

Just bought a T+ less than 2 months ago. Really enjoying the upgrade from my prior DAC (which was no slouch). From all I'm reading, I'll be looking forward to the firmware update in May. Thanks @dcespeedy for the added info. I'm a USB Windows user. Your input will make the update go smooth.

I recently had the pleasure of updating my TPlus II DAC with the new firmware from Vinshine Audio, and I have to say, I am absolutely blown away by the results.

First of all, the update process itself was a breeze. It only took me about 10-15 minutes to complete, and I didn't encounter any issues or complications along the way. The instructions provided by Vinshine Audio were clear and easy to follow, and I appreciated that they made the process as user-friendly as possible.

But the real magic happened once the update was complete. As soon as I started listening to music through my newly updated TPlus II, I could tell that something was different - and in the best possible way. The soundstage was wider and more spacious, and I could hear details in the music that I hadn't noticed before. The bass was deeper and more impactful, and the overall sound was smoother and more refined.

I found myself listening to music for hours on end, just reveling in the newfound clarity and richness of the sound. It's like I'm hearing my favorite songs for the first time all over again.

I should also mention that I was lucky enough to be part of a limited beta tester group for the TPlus II firmware update. While the general public release is scheduled for May, I was able to get my hands on it early and see the benefits for myself.

In short, if you're a TPlus II owner, I would highly recommend keeping an eye out for the upcoming firmware update. It's a game-changer, and it's sure to take your listening experience to new heights. Thank you, Alvin, for providing such an incredible product and for allowing me to be part of the beta testing process.

Overall, I couldn't be happier with the results of the TPlus II firmware update. @alvin1118 ​​​​​​ and his team at Vinshine Audio have truly outdone themselves with this one, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to take their listening experience to the next level. The update process is easy, the results are astounding, and the customer service from Vinshine Audio is top-notch. Thank you, Alvin, for creating such an amazing product and making the update process so seamless. I am a very satisfied customer indeed!