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post #1996 of 3234
8/1/08 at 9:17am
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I personally think the Headsix will sound the best from that group of amps.
post #1997 of 3234
8/1/08 at 9:22am
corda 2 move with denon's d 5000 & UE 11 OLEEEEEEE
post #1998 of 3234
8/1/08 at 9:32am
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I personally think the Headsize will sound the best from that group of amps.
headsize?

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You can get the Headsic straight from Jan for $185 including shipping.

I received my 2Move yesterday and I can only say one thing: WOW
It sounds very nice with the D5000 though not so nice with the K271s, but maybe after changing the settings that'll change .
I just sent him a PM, and he told me to send him an email to some address. Even $185 is a bit expensive for me at the moment, so I'm hoping he can lower the price for me.

I'm about to receive a pair of Grado SR60s, and I'll be using the amp with them as well as my UE SF5pros. I mainly listen to a mixture of jazz and rock.
post #1999 of 3234
8/1/08 at 9:37am
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Typo, sorry - meant Headsix.
post #2000 of 3234
8/1/08 at 10:23am
Maybe I should rephrase my question to "which is the best value for money?"
post #2001 of 3234
8/1/08 at 11:35am
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I can't really answer that question - we all have very different values of money
post #2002 of 3234
8/1/08 at 7:26pm
I guess I just want to get something good that will last me for ages and drive a whole variety of headphones/IEMs well.

I'm not keen on spending $200, but if it'll get me an amplifier that will last me a long time than I will seriously consider it.

Headsix for $185 shipped is tempting, but I don't quiet have the money yet (I'm waiting on my pay).
post #2003 of 3234
8/1/08 at 9:02pm
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Originally Posted by nsx_23 View Post
I guess I just want to get something good that will last me for ages and drive a whole variety of headphones/IEMs well.

I'm not keen on spending $200, but if it'll get me an amplifier that will last me a long time than I will seriously consider it.

Headsix for $185 shipped is tempting, but I don't quiet have the money yet (I'm waiting on my pay).
Keep saving. You won't regret spending that $200 and it will be worth the wait.

I started with a PA2v2. Six portable amps later(and $1,700) I'm in a happy place.
post #2004 of 3234
8/1/08 at 9:19pm
Many people seem to start with a PA2V2, so they seem like good amps and with good service from the seller. But, would it be good with JVC Marshmallows?

I currently use cheap JVC Marshmallows with my iPod Classic, and tried a Fiio amp but I don't think it works well. I plan to try out some Grados (need to save up, they are expensive in the UK!) and buy some better canalphones/IEMs.
post #2005 of 3234
8/1/08 at 9:26pm
^ I think you would benefit more from some decent headphones/IEMs first before getting an amp.

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Keep saving. You won't regret spending that $200 and it will be worth the wait.

I started with a PA2v2. Six portable amps later(and $1,700) I'm in a happy place.
Yeah, I know the Meier will last me a long time, which is why I'm trying to hold out for a second hand one if somebody wants to let theirs go.

I'm pretty close to the $200 I'll need for a headsix though. The problem is my pay comes out every 2 weeks, so I gotta wait a while first before I can have the necessary funds.
post #2006 of 3234
8/1/08 at 9:50pm
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It will be worth the wait
post #2007 of 3234
8/1/08 at 9:55pm
Or I can browse the For sale section religiously for a 2nd hand one.

EDIT: Found one, but seller hasn't responded to PM yet.
post #2008 of 3234
8/1/08 at 10:14pm
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Originally Posted by nsx_23 View Post
^ I think you would benefit more from some decent headphones/IEMs first before getting an amp.
I agree with that. IMO some $80 IEMs ( I like to push ety ER6) ...or low-end Grado for that price (SR80) will blow away the Marshmallows paired with any amp! Either will sound great straight from iPod.

...anyway. 2 weeks is nutin! Just think about those people waiting for a Pico or worse yet, A Xin amp.

...hey yeah, a Pico is only another $100. lol
post #2009 of 3234
8/1/08 at 10:18pm
Yeah, I'd love a Predator or pico.....:P

I only work 6 hours a fortnight, and earn $150.
post #2010 of 3234
8/2/08 at 4:59am
i am one of those who started with a pa2v2...

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Many people seem to start with a PA2V2, so they seem like good amps and with good service from the seller. But, would it be good with JVC Marshmallows?

I currently use cheap JVC Marshmallows with my iPod Classic, and tried a Fiio amp but I don't think it works well. I plan to try out some Grados (need to save up, they are expensive in the UK!) and buy some better canalphones/IEMs.
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