So right now, I have the Protector driving my JH5's, and in future the JH16. This is the setup : laptop --> gamma-2 --> Protector --> JH5.   Now, my problem is the constant cable replacement, I use my custom's everywhere, with my iPad as well as my phone. And sometimes I use the Protector...

Hey guys,   Currently, this is my setup : Laptop --> Musiland Monitor 001 --> MisterX y2(Gamma-2) DAC --> Woo Audio 6 --> DT880 600Ω .   Now, I'm a college student, and this setup BARELY fits on my table. I absolutely love the WA6 with my DT880, but I do a lot of traveling as well, and...

I have a laptop, which has a SPDIF port, as well as multiple USB ports. I have ordered the AMB y2 DAC(MisterX). I was planning to attach via SPDIF, but I wasnt sure I will get Bit-Perfect or a good clean interface. So I thought I'll look into USB sound cards. Quick searching got me this...

So I enrolled in college.. and my open HP's (AD900) wont do cause they leak too much sound. So I thought I'll go for the W1000. Now I need help in deciding which components to pair it up with. I can spend upto $700.. max $800 for both the DAC as well as the Amp. Any suggestions? FWIR...