Thanks for the replies. I'm willing (and actually interested in) going to tubes. It doesn't need to be in the price range as the fiio. Say under $500. I am interested in the Lyr 2. I played around with EQ in iTunes and it did help a bit. I actually took away some DBs of the highs and it did...

I'm trying to figure out how to get more from my DT990 pros and if an amp and DAC would do the trick.   I've had my DT990 Pros (250 ohm) for about 4 years now.  I got them with the intention of gaming (Playstation) and music.  However, I never really fell in love with the sound for music...

The 990 pro is coiled. I just read that the 990 premium have straight, which I like a lot more.

Quote:   Perhaps they may be a little bassier than I had thought, but accurate or controlled bass that I was referring to was that everyone seems to talk about the mid-bass (which I like) and not as much about the sub-base or ambient sound.  Also by well rounded I was referring more to my...

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/92807-REG/Beyerdynamic_459038_DT_990_PRO_Studio.html It says $199 but if you click on show current price, it comes up as $169.50.

OK, so after a lot of reading on this site and looking up deals on the Internet I've finally made my purchase. I went with the beyerdynamic DT990 pros. From what I gathered they seemed to be a little more well rounded for gaming, movies, and the type of music I listen to (mostly rock/classic...

Quote:   Quote:   Quote:     Thanks for the quick replies.  I have a few follow-up questions from what you said.  Does the E9K provide a bass boost or would it need a DAC docked to do this?  I see a switch for gain but not boost.  I like that it can be added to though, and...

This is my first post, and not sure if I should post in this topic or the recommendations topic.  First I want to thank everyone that has participated in these discussion and particularly Mad Lust Envy for taking so much time in reviews and write ups that really helps out noobs.  I apologize for...