[xenithon]

Hi all. I wanted to ask if anyone has heard the HD800's through the Marantz HD-DAC1? It seems to have quite a competent amp section (approx. 270mW at 300 ohm) - not an afterthought - which may make it a good all in one DAC/amp option. I am wondering if it does justice to the HD800s relative to dedicated headphone amps.
 
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[mumstead]

I'm using the HD-DAC1 with my HD800s and i'm very impressed with how well it drives them. To my ears it drives them as well as my Oppo HA-1 even when using the balanced connection. I bought the Marantz as a second DAC for my office but it is quickly becoming my go to DAC / Amp for my HD800s.