An Update:
After the full upgrade, the Fubar III is now gone. I'm now using the FireStone SpitFire DAC, and after some listening, finally switched to the Cardas Cable.
For what listening I did after switching to the SpitFire, the difference in sound was marginal. However, the Cardas Cable did make a difference, subtle, but positive indeed. More clarity to the sound and more dynamic range in recordings with it to deliver.
So all in all, the overall sound is definitely improved, with the better recordings offering the most improvement in sound, i.e.,
- a more defined bass where it was originally more boomy without detail
- some interesting effects with vocals as well as sound separation.
Overall, I'm well pleased with the new setup, with the MicroAmp offering the largest individual step-up in improvement.
Kudo's to HeadRoom, whose packaging and delivery were stellar. I'd not hesitate to order stuff from them again. I'll be watching out for their new offerings said to be coming for 2009. I'll be going for a desktop amp next since I'm confident with the HeadRoom sound and wish for more options with the connections.
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