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FiiO E9 amp

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Hey, Head-Fi.  I'm back again with another question.  Since you guys introduced me my first true love the last time I came here (thanks again to those that recommended the Ultrasone DJ1 :D), I'm wondering about this amp.

 

 

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My laptop is an HP Pavilion Dv6 with Beats Audio.  Now I know their headphones aren't that great (not bad, but overpriced), but I actually am impressed with the sound card in this laptop.  My only problem is, it's not loud enough for me, and there also is a hissing sound sometimes.  I was wondering if buying this amp would greatly improve the sound coming out of my laptop.  Also, I own a pair of Audio Technica M40fs (1/4" plug), and I think I could finally get some use out of them using this amp.  So if anyone can give me some insight on the amp, or a better amp at the same price (I can't spend more than $100, which is why I'm interested in this amp), I'd greatly appreciate it.

 

 

And yes, this will be my first amp.


Edited by SkitZ0 - 1/19/12 at 7:09pm
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It may be worth to wait for the E17.  I use the HP one touch with the Beat Audio but I turn the BA off and I use the E9/E7 with good result.

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Is the E17 supposed to be an upgrade to the E9?

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Originally Posted by SkitZ0 View Post

Is the E17 supposed to be an upgrade to the E9?

 

It is more of an upgrade to the E7, and also E10. It still has less maximum voltage and power output than the E9, but especially for low impedance headphones it can indeed make the E9 unnecessary.

 


Edited by stv014 - 1/20/12 at 8:35am
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Is it a portable amp or a desktop amp?

Sorry for the many questions.  I know absolutely nothing about amps.

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Originally Posted by SkitZ0 View Post

Is it a portable amp or a desktop amp?


E9: amplifier, desktop only

E17: DAC + amp, can be used as a portable amplifier

 


Edited by stv014 - 1/20/12 at 8:39am
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