So I'm getting the Senns and I need a portable and desktop amp... I had between the JDS Labs CMoyBB, and the Electirc-Avenues PA2V2. I finally went for the PA2V2 and for desktop options, I had the Objective 2, C421, and Schiit Asgard, or Schiit Valhalla. Then I chose Schiit, but I'm not...

Seeing if anyone has anything else to add? Im currently set on getting an nfb 12.1. I will also be getting the O2 Any last things i forgot? Ive taken looks at maverick d1, asgard, matrix d stage, odac, ef5 etc etc(some arent dacs) and for $250 total or $215 for device with recommendations...

Currently looking for good PC speakers for Music/Gaming use. I'd prefer the speakers to have a little more bass, loud, but still maintain smooth and beautiful mids/highs. 

I'm considering pairing my Airmotiv 4's with an Audioengine D1 dac. I use the airmotivs with my macbook pro for lossless audio listening and some 320k mp3 listening. The speakers sit on my desk nearfield (2ft). I know the D1 is highly regarded, but at least one review has described the sound...

I have been searching all day for an iPod to USB type B interconnect and can't find this type of cable...do I just suck or is there an actual cable out there dodging my eyes? I'd be wanting to connect my iPod to my freshly bought Maverick Audio TubeMagic D1 DAC through the digital USB input in...

I'm in the market for a good DAC £200 budget don't mind spending for uber quality but to ask me now the cheaper the better ideally!   So in your opinion what's the best DAC on this list and why?    Thanks guys.

I need some expert advice, in getting a good home use (or portable) DAC; Something that would compliment DarkVoice 336 and HD 650. My setup is going to be MacBook Pro + USB DAC + DarkVoice 336C (not purchased yet).   I am looking to drive my HD 650 and Denon D2000. I must add that I do have...

I am starting into high end headphones and am buying a dt990 pro set of cans. I am planning on using my on-board audio plus this to power them.   Do you guys think that will be enough? will my on-board plus that sound good?   Thanks for the help!  

When i EQ these for more bass they tend to distort, i'm talking only a +4db increase in the bass range, is that normal for planars or is it a sign of the amp running out of power?   Running a Maverick TubeMagic D1 that outputs upto 1w per channel.

Hi just as the title says I'm looking for a Dac to be paired with my mkiv and hd650. I'm currently using the sondigo inferno soundcard. I'm looking to make the HD650 faster and funner.    the budget is around $200 -300 and it's going to be used with my PC so usb coax and optical is needed...

Hello, I know that there are some threads like this but the recommendations weren't really in my price range..   So i'm looking for dac/amp for dt990 600 ohm. Not looking to spend more than 200-250$.   I read that it would be better to get tube amp, but I'm not interested in getting...

  Hello Head-fi`ers and greetings from Germany. :=)   I personally own an IMac and a Sennheiser HD 600 Headphone. Since the quality of the internal soundcard is not very good, ive decided to get a headphone amp for my HD 600. Ive spent quite some time with researching at the the...

Hi, i recently got myself a Darkvoice 337, and im wondering what to upgrade next.... currently my setup is   PC(Coaxial S/PDIF) --> Maverick Audio Tubemagic D1 (RCA) --> Darkvoice 337 --> Sennheiser HD650   The S/PDIF I'm using are actually just the yellow video RCA cable, and im using...

Hey guys, First time here; I'm looking to upgrade my current audio setup to a set of full cans (looking at AKG 701/2, Senn 598, 600, 650, Grado 325is, Beyer 880/990 so far; I've tried the AKGs and the 598s, both of which I liked, but didn't have a ton of time to try them, so didn't form any...

Hello, I'm a real beginner to all audiophilic things and I'm in the process of purchasing my first 'real' headphone setup. I'm ready to spend about 300 € (about $430) and possibly a bit more. As I said, I'm a total newbie, and though I know a bit about this stuff, I don't really know what the...

Hello everybody! I have ordered a Maverick D1 DAC/Amp to use at the office.   However, it can only sample 24-bit if the signal is sent via Optical, instead of USB and my computer doesn't have optical out.   Question is: if I bought a really cheap sound card with optical out, let's say...

I currently play My Audio Technica M-50s through my ipod's headphone jack, with lossless files. I know that the analog out hurts sound quality, I also hear that noise cancelling hurts sound quality. I want to build an audiophile setup. I don't know exactly what to buy, or how to even hook it up...

Hi Guys,    I need some advice. I just received my Schiit Lyr amp as well as my HiFiMAN HE-500. Such a nice combo package.  Anyhow I'm having some issues with alot of static noise coming out of my headphones. I haven't used the HiFiMAN HE-500 yet, but just testing with my Grado SR325is...

I'm making my first foray into the world of higher quality audio. I've decided on the HD600, and am trying to decide what amp to get. I've read a ton on this forum, and of course there is lots of great and conflicting info. :)   So here's what I'm looking for:   Needed: USB DAC/amp...

I'm new to headphone amps and DAC's as I never owned one before.  I have a mid-high end home theater in my living room with custom speakers that are audiophile quality that I use for some of my music listening.  However the living room is being taken over as my daughter is growing and wanting to...

So I read, lurked, browsed, compared, and researched, until I decided that the DT880 (600ohm) will likely be my next upgrade.  Of course, unlike my previous headphones (ATH-AD700s, which I loved), they will need some decent amping to work.  What would make a good desktop dac/amp for $250?  The...

First off, 1000$ budget   Need a Dac with multiple RCA outputs (using for a set of speakers too) -> thinking Maverick D1? Possibly?   Also, I'd like a good tube amp (tube is preference)   As for Headphones I'm coming from an ATH-M50 (liked it a LOT)   So I'm looking with an open...

just looking around on ebay and found this, it has all the inputs and outputs i could ever want with a hybrid tube amp, it looks very tempting but i cant find anything on it so im hoping someone knows if its good/bad.    ...

I have a Tube Magic D1 as my amplifier/source. On my home computer, a constant hiss starts to be introduced at around 1 o'clock and gets louder as I turn the knob higher. This is a slight problem, as some of my quieter recordings of classical music require me to bring the knob to about 2...

I'm having trouble deciding between th grado prestige 125i and the akg k240mkII's  I will be using the TubeMagic D1 DAC and was wondering if anyone has any suggestions.  I listen to everything except classical and country...I don't like overbearing bass.  So if anyone has any experience with...