Best SS DIY Amp? - Head-Fi: Covering Headphones, Earphones and Portable Audio

m0b1liz3 · 10-12-2008, 11:27 AM

I am wondering if there are any solid state headphone amps that are recommended projects? Everyone talks about the millet and soha etc. but not much about SS (either than the mini3).

bidoux · 10-12-2008, 11:39 AM

Take a look at the Beta22 and the M^3.

panda · 10-12-2008, 11:45 AM

gilmore dynalo
or borbely kit

FallenAngel · 10-12-2008, 11:52 AM

Best: Beta22 and Dynahi

krmathis · 10-12-2008, 11:56 AM

β22, β24, Dynahi, KGSS, ...

swt61 · 10-12-2008, 12:09 PM

For dynamic headphones, the β22 is the pinnacle of amps IMO.

m0b1liz3 · 10-12-2008, 12:26 PM

I have D2000s. The B22 looks fairly involved and has a big footprint. I am considering replacing my millet ss which is built into a nice small package. Anything that suits this?

+ Are there any good SS projects that don't cost 200+?

http://www.ska-audio.com/ Has anyone built the hp amp from ska audio?

panda · 10-12-2008, 12:40 PM

you really shouldnt be starting threads with 'best' then spit out a low budget, you basically set yourself up for disappointment.

bidoux · 10-12-2008, 01:43 PM

Maybe a pimeta

krmathis · 10-12-2008, 02:10 PM

Originally Posted by panda

you really shouldnt be starting threads with 'best' then spit out a low budget, you basically set yourself up for disappointment.

Yeah! The "Best" word are being used way too frequently around here.
Especially since its such a strong word, and the fact that sound is very subjective.

"Good", "Great", Nice", .. are much more suitable words imo.