Which brand of condom is that?

I also had a chance to listen to the auralic vega few months ago and I was entirely impressed. The DA8 isn't too far from it either, da8 is a bit warmer compared to the vega but that vega has some amazing extensions.

the 800 shares the same amp as the 600, so basically the 800 just has a built-in-dac. The amp is disappointing. If anything you're better off going with the 600 and adding a dedicated dac for it. But the 600 nor the 800 would be my choice. Who knows, you might feel different about em, if I were...

Unfortunately sennheisers hdva doesn't live up to all the hype, in comparison to the DA8 the hdva600 is quite pathetic really.

because the master3 is epic with the HE-6 as well

Seems like active studio monitors are quite popular these days. I purchased a pair of Event Opals myself 2 days ago. It made me cry

hmmm.. The picture looks like it's neutral.

LOL

If you've got a Mac, check out the Universal Audio Apollo Twin. I plan on picking that up next week.

Try the da8 alone first, I think you'll be quite happy with the built in amp using the HD650. You might want to consider getting a dedicated amp for the da8 when you opt for a different pair of headphones. Congrats on the purchase, if you had the D18, you'll love the DA8.

What do you mean

Well given the DA8 can power speakers, I dont think it hurts.

You'll love Adams in that case