How bad does the USB-C to AUX dongle ruin audio quality? - eviltoast

Hi there, I’m thinking about getting my first pair of IEMs, as I’ve never had any before and would like to have a wired option that is easy to travel with. I’m specifically looking at the Moondrop Chu 2 as they seem quite affordable and a good starting point.

However my phone does not have AUX anymore (Pixel 7A) and I doubt I’ll get a phone that has one in the future as I want to continue to use GrapheneOS.

Does anyone have any experience regarding the use of these dongles. Is there something I should be aware of before doing a purchase?

Thanks in advance!

Edit: I see on the pictures(website link) that it’s possible to purchase this with an adapter between the dongle and the IEMs. Is this one in specific strictly necessary or can I go with a smaller/cheaper one?

Edit 2: Further investigation, it seems like these can come in two variants: 3.5jack and USB-C.

  • yonder@sh.itjust.works
    1·
    3 months ago

    I’ve not noticed any issues using the included dongle that comes with pixel phones. What’s annoying is that when the type-c connector is bumped, the dongle can lose signal and the music stops completely. My current phone has a headphone jack for this very reason.

    • bitwolf@lemmy.one
      2·
      3 months ago

      That should not happen under normal circumstances. It happens to me sometimes and I clean my USB port and it’s good.

      It could be the dongle connector also.

      I acknowledge it is an additional annoyance not present with just a straight 3.5mm connection.