Thanks so much for the tips everyone!   Update ---> I am currently thinking about experimenting with mixing/matching a couple brands (Schiit and Fiio). I would love to test/play with the bass a bit on the e17 + 598 match...but then again, the Magni/Modi stack would be great overall, for most...

Loved your feedback wes! I was just thinking about mixing and matching different brand combos after reading a couple of other threads! Thanks :) 

Quote:   @USAudio...very helpful advice. Thank you so much! It's really helped me narrow down some decisions regarding equipment setups :)   Quote:   @tdock...thanks again :) I agree that the Magni/Modi is probably overkill for the 598's, but I started thinking about the payoff...

Quote:   @wes...Thank you for clarifying some of that :) I forgot to add that I am also looking at the Schiit Magni/Modi stack. If I went the Fiio route, I would probably pair the e09k + e17 + LOD/L9. Any major differences between the two, regarding sound? Or which of the two you think...

Great review! Thanks for telling me about this thread :) I have it narrowed down to the e09k + e17 + LOD/L9 and the Magni/Modi stack. I will let you know if I end up going the Fiio route! The store I planned on buying from is currently out of the e17 though, so that might drive my decision a bit...

Quote:     @jwusoccer...thanks for sharing that :) I have seen pretty mixed reviews regarding if amps have any impact on the 598's, so I think I am going to try it (plus I plan on adding to my headphone collection and I will probably use the amp for multiple phones). I am definitely...

Quote:     @bngbox...thanks for the feedback :) I am about to go check out that review now. It's helpful to hear additional reviews on stuff...I might end up changing my mind! Below are the threads listed that made me hesitate with the e9, but I noticed that with the e10 some too:  ...

Quote:     @tdock...could you provide some more feedback about how the Magni does with the 598's? I am stuck on which way to go with my Senn HD598's...I have it narrowed down to the Fiio e09k + e17 + LOD/L9 combo or the Schiit Magni/Modi stack. I like that you can adjust more on the e17...

I saw a great video on YouTube about the e17...I think I am going to go with that and then also a LOD (probably the L9), since my iPod will be my primary source. The review I saw stated that Apple products come with great DAC's built in, so a sound sound card isn't as big of a deal as a good...

Just bought a pair of Senn HD598's...but I am also aware that their bass is pretty light. I have been looking into getting a better setup for when I am home, so portability isn't a factor.    I need some help/clarification due to some mixed reviews on here that kind of confused me...

Does anyone have feedback for how the Magni + Modi does with Senn HD598's? Or how the stack does with any Senn models? Trying to figure out the best route to go and I am not quite sure...

My hard drive is partitioned with Windows 7...is it easier to run headphone equipment (like amps/sound cards) and software through Windows OS, rather than Apple OS?   If nobody has input about the Apple stuff, then could someone possibly provide some feedback about the Senn HD598 + sound...

edit: sound card and amp inquiry     Just bought a pair of Senn HD598's...but I am also aware that their bass is pretty light. I have been looking into getting a better setup for when I am home, so portability isn't a factor.    I need some clarification due to some mixed reviews on...

Haha yeahh, definitely opposites. Ideally, I need to get a closed style because I have a roommate (and I plan on using them for traveling)...but I am kind of stuck right now. I made a post yesterday that asked about the best phone style match for the types of songs I listed...I think all of the...

Has anyone been able to compare the Amperiors to the HD598's? I am trying to figure out which way to go...so far I have been leaning towards the 598's, but I haven't heard much about the Amperior's yet. I would love some feedback before I commit either way :)    The main thing I've read so...