[Marleybob217]

^^ We don't do it for the money brother!
 
I don't have any of those combos but I believe the ODAC is better than the modi by a very tiny margin. Same goes for the O2 vs the magni, I believe.
I'd still pick the M&M combo because it's cheaper, and much better looking.

 

[Hydrocharged]

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^^ We don't do it for the money brother!
 
I don't have any of those combos but I believe the ODAC is better than the modi by a very tiny margin. Same goes for the O2 vs the magni, I believe.
I'd still pick the M&M combo because it's cheaper, and much better looking.

 


Haha, free help is appreciated too! But how would you say the ODAC is better than the Modi? Any links to any impressions of those two vs each other would be helpful, I like solid, subjective evidence

 

[MattTCG]

For an all in one combo look at Audio GD. The nfb series is good. NFB12.1 is quite good. But for $200 I don't think that you can beat the m/m stack.

 

[MattTCG]

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http://schiit.com/cart/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=0&products_id=16

Asgard 2

Maximum Power, 32 ohms: 1.0W
Maximum Power, 50 ohms: 1.0W
Maximum Power, 300 ohms: 380mW
Maximum Power, 600 ohms: 190mW


Looks like it will run high impedance loads much better than the original. 1watt at 32ohm is pretty standard though, even the Magni has more power there. Still, it's not just about power, and it still costs the same as the original. I think it's worth looking into.

 
Holy crap!! The A2 looks sexy. Gotta figure out what I can sell off to afford it.

 

[chewy4]

I'd sell my Asgard 1 to get it but I have a feeling its used value is about to take a serious hit.

 

[MattTCG]

^^ yeah, I think that you're right. Sell it NOW, but the word on the A2 hits the streets.

 
I'm liking the trickle down tech being used from the mojo. This amp looks really good!!

 

[wje]

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Alright brothers and sisters, let's say that I hypothetically sold my PS3 for around $250 and wanted to spend every bit of that money on a desktop amp and DAC, what are all of my options that are worth considering? I know of the M&M stack and the O2/ODAC, but are those the only ones I should debate among? And what are the strengths of each for the HE-400, as well as how would they scale when I inevitably (within the next 3 years) purchase the LCD-2? Thank you! If you're really helpful, I may PayPal you $1 (but only the most helpful person)

 
Well, in my case - based on my experience, the situation recommended for you would be as follows:
 
1) Purchase the Schiit Magni amplifier.  It is a solid piece.  It performs well.  It is very good for the cost.
 
2) Purchase the Muse Mini DAC, which is based on the Burr-Brown PCM 2704 chip.  It features the option of accepting a USB input.  It can also convert the USB to an optical or digital COAX signal if you have a future DAC or combo that may require a digital input to play music that is higher than 16-bit tracks.
 
Cost: At the moment, the costs would be approximately $130.00, for both pieces and before shipping.  This would mean that you would have a powerful amp to drive a potential future Audeze purchase, as well as some flexibility on the DAC end, and have a DAC that has a reasonable / good house sound that Burr-Brown is known for.
 
PayPal Payment: No need to send me a $1.00.  Please feel free to donate it to your local charity instead.
 
Thank you!

 

[wje]

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I'd sell my Asgard 1 to get it but I have a feeling its used value is about to take a serious hit.

 
You ain't Schiiting, my friend.  So true.

 

[Marleybob217]

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Haha, free help is appreciated too! But how would you say the ODAC is better than the Modi? Any links to any impressions of those two vs each other would be helpful, I like solid, subjective evidence

 
Check this out brotha

http://www.head-fi.org/t/642401/comparison-and-review-magni-modi-vs-o2-odac/270#post_9078920

 

[MattTCG]

^^ I will be comparing the m/m combo against the odac and e09 tonight.  Will post some thoughts tomorrow. 

 

[wje]

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^^ I will be comparing the m/m combo against the odac and e09 tonight.  Will post some thoughts tomorrow. 

 
I hope not to skew your listening session, but if your ears have any credibility at all, the Schiit Magni will edge out the Fiio E09 by a small margin.  However, please don't let my comments influence you or what you may hear this evening.  

 
However, I do wish for you to have an enjoyable time.

 

[MattTCG]

^^ It's so rare to get to go out and sit down with friends who are into the hp scene. I had nobody, but then finally was able to convert a friend who lives about 25 minutes away to try out the he400. He was seriously into full sized speakers many years ago, so it wasn't a difficult conversion.
 
The cool thing is that he knows a good bit about good sound already. He just got the m/m stack in yesterday, although he did get a little crap from the little Mrs. Forgot to tell him about setting up the secret pp account...noob. 

 

[dwong]

Hey there, didn't have time to read through this whole thread but I I've got a quick question.  I know there have been multiple "versions" of the HE-400s, the newest which many regard as the best sounding one.  Has anyone had experience purchasing them from http://www.crutchfield.com/S-r2zUT7ZwSzN/p_818HE400/HiFiMAN-HE-400.html ?  I just wanted to know if they are indeed selling the newest version.  Thanks!

 

[MattTCG]

No crutchfield for me. I would go with headamp.com. Justin is awesome!! He will get them to you nice and quick and I think is including the velours. I prefer to use small business when I can. 

 

[Caessa]

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No crutchfield for me. I would go with headamp.com. Justin is awesome!! He will get them to you nice and quick and I think is including the velours. I prefer to use small business when I can. 

I'd agree with that.  They're also a whole $4 cheaper (lol) and come with velour pads on the side for free.
 
Edit: To actually answer your question, Dwong, all retail versions of the HE-400 should be on the newest/best version of driver if you're buying new.  The previous version was recalled and retailers aren't selling it anymore