New Member - With An Amp Question

Hi All!

I have been doing some research on here the last few days as I want to purchase a new set of headphones and a dedicated headphone amp. I am not new to hi-end audio, but semi-new to headphone listening. So I just joined this site today to hopefully become wiser of the can!

Anyhow...

I have decided I want to try AKG's 702 and need an amp.  Did some research here and found a used (elsewhere) Head Direct EF-1 for about $160 in great condition (I want to go fairly cheap with my first amp purchase).

My question is, is this a decent deal in your opinion for this entry-level amp?

Thanks in advance to all your replies!

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Originally Posted by xXFallenAngelXx 

I think thats a decent deal for that amp. You might want to check out some threads that are simmilar to your question. Heres are some links that might help you

http://www.head-fi.org/forum/thread/500897/amp-for-akg-702-with-good-synergy

http://www.head-fi.org/forum/thread/450896/choosing-an-amp-for-the-akg-k702

Remember the search engine is your friend

Welcome to Headfi and sorry about your wallet!

Thanks for the reply. I have pretty much decided on this particular amp for driving the 702's as I want a tube-based amp, was just looking to see if everyone thought that was a decent deal...or if I was paying too much!

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Originally Posted by Happy Camper 

Welcome to the money pit.

Thanks...I know what you mean! My main rig has gear from ARC, McCormack, Magnepan, etc. It's a never ending journey. Wait until my wife finds out that I am exploring another niche in this hobby, she is going to Schiit an acorn!