I wanted some feeback on those units. And I got a question about optical input/SPDIF. I will have the soundcard in my workstation, Realtek® ALC1150, which is something pretty basic. Another question is headphone AMP. I don't feel like I want another separate box for headphones.

  You can see many others in same category: Emotiva TA-100 ELAC Element. Sony UDA-1 NAD 3020. PS Audio Sprout   Personally, I'm leaning towards NAD D3020: it's small, it have all the features I need. Same for Sony UDA-1. Both can be found for relatively cheap money. Second is PS Audio...

Since it will be connected to my PC 24/7 I can stream to PC, which is pretty much the same. I've listed all the devices that hits all the boxes: amp, headphone amp and dac. If you look the other way: how does USB connection compares to optical? Any advantages/disadvantages? I can buy network...

Hello.   Looking forward to update my setup. Currently I have Audinst MX-1 USB DAC, JBL LSR 305 Speakers, and AKG K271 Studio phones. I was missing hifi sounds, cause speakers and phones are studio monitors. Recently I've pulled a trigger on nice DALI Zensor 1 speakers. I know some will...

That's a good question.  Also quite interested how K7xx compares to K701. I've really enjoyed K701, at recent meet, so: DT880 vs K712 vs K7xx vs X2 Anyone?

Just FYI. I've got a pair of JBL LSR305 and they sound amazing. I'm using it with Audinst MX-1 DAC, with RCA-TRS cable. You will need a different cable (3.5 jack to TRS) but the rest is the same.

Hi all.   Looking to upgrade my current setup and add speakers. Currently I'm have Audinst MX-1 as source. In order to connect speakers I need to buy an amp or get active. I'm looking into buying AIO solution. I know, this probably have it's limitations, but I'm probably OK with that: I live...

Finnally found this thread to post some photos.   First of all I wanna say thank you to all the guys who make this happen, this is first event of that kind I've ever been to and I really enjoyed it. Wish I came earlier to the meet and be able to listen more carefully to headphones and take...

Guys, just a dumb question: do I need to bring my own source, or I can bring dac/phones only?  Not that sub $200 dac or phones will get lots of attention, but just curious.

Never been to that kinds of meets before. If there's any place for a guy with Audinst MX-1, AKG K271, UE 6000?

Are those Philips really that good?

KEF Q100 may be? :) http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CE3LHQW/ref=psdc_172563_t1_B00EPDMDZ8

I got it. Will see, I still have an idea of replacing my DAC with Sony UDA-1, which can drive speakers as well. This will be perfect for me then.

But this ELAC's B5 cost same as JBL 305's. And I will need an amp for them. So does ELAC B5 + Amp sounds better to satisfy extra $100 on amp?

  Well.. it depends. Preferably yes. I can stretch a bit more, but prefer not to spend alot. I have only USB DAC/headphone amp now, so I either need to get amp+speakers or active speakers. Or replace my DAC with something with speaker amp inside.   You can read my thread here...

  I'm in search for good speakers/amp in 200-300 range. Can anyone advise some good brand to look at? I also think of replacing my DAC/headphone amp with something all-in-one, like: Sony UDA-1, Teac 301/501, NAD 3020/7050, etc.. mean anything with amp, so I can connect speakers there. Do you...

Think so? I'm looking for some 2.0 setup for under $300. What will sould better, JBL 305 suggested above or say Audooengine A5, or some cheap amp and passive speakers?

Hi all.   Moved to new aparttment, and wanna bring some sound in. Now I have Audinst MX-1 and K271 headphones(looking to get DT880 though).  I wanna connect bookshelfspeakers, and have some options here: 1. Buy speakers and amplifier. It may be some cheap amp like lepai 2020, or something...

I'm trying to imagine all the use-cases with E5. I'm now using a Audinst Mx1 and I haven't asked about a direct comparsion, but seems E5 is not only feature-rich but better in specs. I guess if I connect it via powered USB hub I will not worry about battery when PCc is off: simply listen from...

And I will hear audio from Line in, if there's something connected as well? right?   ps. I don't wanna hear my ringtone via my stereo as loud as I usually listen.

How do I choose a source with E5? Say I'm using this as USB-DAC with my PC, playing music, and also have a Bluetooth enabled and paired phone nearby. Imaging someone calls me - will I hear my ringtone instead of music?   I'm planning to change my Audinst mx-1 to E5, because of extra features...

No need for Bluetooth headphones. I just find a E5 idea really cool: I can plug my stereo there and my PC: -I can use it as USB-DAC -I can play music from smartphone via Bluetooth and even talk with it as there's mic in E5. -I can use it with any device via Line-in. -I can take it with me...

Seems that Astell & Kern AK100 II can do it all. Even more it have Wi-Fi for something and may be can play music via Wi-FI or from NAS. Price is a bit off, but may be there's another product like this.

Hi all.   I was browsing a net and found a nice and new product to me, which was released couple of months ago: Creavite SB E5: it got DAC plus Bluetooth and headphone amp. So I can put there my headphones and home stereo and listen music from my PC(usb DAC), Bluetooth or Line in. Seems that...

  Will check them out too.   Never heard about AT advised for Alternative or Rock. People mostly recommend Beyers to that genres. I cannot listen to phones before I buy, so I'd stay with "safe" and proven cans.