[JosephKim]

Im looking into buying my first portable amp and I have some questions. Ive seen generally good feedback on the uDac. Is this only a DAC or DAC/amp combo? Ive seen some setups where it goes computer > uDac > amp > headphones. Are people just adding another amp? Also, how is the uDac of a DAP like the clip? Are there any other alternatives I should be looking at around the price range of the uDac? Thank you.

 

[ClieOS]

It is a DAC with amp, but not really portable since there is no build in battery. Power comes directly from the USB port. It also outputs line-level signal (on max volume) so you can connect the RCA to an amp if you want to, but you can simply drive normal headphone via its 3.5mm jack.

 

[JosephKim]

Clieos, from your experience do you think the udac is a worthwhile buy? Noticeable sound different from laptop and DAP?

 

[ClieOS]

It is better than the on-board sound card on my Toshiba notebook and Dell XPS 420 PC, as well as most of the sub$100 DAC I have, definitely worthwhile consider the price.

 

[earerror]

Its bang for the buck, considering its low price...and a good option if you are looking to improve the audio from your computer. 

 

[JosephKim]

Thank you for that information. Has anyone used this with the Sansa Clip+?

 

[JosephKim]

i guess not since it isnt battery powered. oops

 

[Azathoth]

The uDAC is definitely worth it - a very noticeable improvement from my MSI Wind headphone out. It has a fairly mid-forward aggressiveness to it, which makes it a nice match for my Alessandro MS1i and Beyer DT 150.

 

[roker]

if you truly need only an amp without tethering it to a computer, then I would consider getting the Nuforce Icon Mobile instead.
 
It can be used as an amp/dac, preamp, and as a portable amp.
 
 
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Thank you for that information. Has anyone used this with the Sansa Clip+?

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