Looking to see if you guys can make a recommendation for my IEM's (Sony XBA-40), which I love. I currently have the AQ Dragonfly (v1) and E11 combo but looking to upgrade the source.   No size restriction as this is a for a work rig.   Few options that I ran into are Audioengine D3, AQ...

Hi folks!   It's been a long time since I've lurked around HeadFi. Oh and how have things changed! So many new vendors, phones, etc., etc.   Anyways, long story short, it's my birthday this week and now that I'm stablizing at my new job, I would like to set up a semi-decent syetup at...

I have searched everywhere but there seems doesn't seem to be any feedback on this unit. It seems different than Audio GD DI, Hiface X2, and etc.   The general feedback on Styleaudio's product seems to be positive and the build quality on this unit is solid.   Has anyone tried it yet...

Hello everyone,   I want to replace the LM837 quad amp for my balanced DAC and I was able to get free samples of both OPA4134 and OPA4228 from TI. I'm no expert of electronics so is it possible to use either of those two to replace the LM837? If so, is it worthwhile to replace it OR should I...

Hey guys,   I'm currently in mode of recabling my Sextetts MP and had a simple question regarding the polarity of the solder tabs on the drivers.   There is no marking for + or - but there is a "dot" next to the stock RED wire and a "2" marking next to the white wire. I know red is...

I need to power a small DAC which has a requirement of 12V power source. I was thinking about replacing the wallwart with a DIY PSU and was intended on building a Gold Reference regulator but then came across the Hiface modding thread and saw the positive feedback of powering small devices with...

Hey guys,   I'm looking for a DIY 12V PSU to replace my crappy wallwart (12V, 1.25A) that I received with my Kramer 6410N. I thought about using a laptop 12V PSU but then maybe that might not serve the purpose well. And I've been waiting to get into DIY so I thought why not take up a small...

Recently I bought a pair of K240 Sextetts and while researching it's acclaim on HeadFi, I decided to sell some other gear to gather funds to get back into headphones and dedicated components. Till now, I was using a M-Audio FastTrack PRO to drive a pair of $15 JBL Reference 430 (anyone heard of...

Hey guys, I bought my FS Atrio M5's last year (Sept. 16) and today the right side just stopped working out of no where! I don't know what happened but when I turned on my Zune, there was no output on the right side. Would this still be covered under warranty or am I screwed?

So last week I sold my K701 due to the fact I will be commuting alot this semester and spending rather way less time at home so I decided I needed to get some good IEMs. After a lot of reading and research, I decided open the Atrios and I received them today. As per the instructions here, I...

I just sold my K701's (which are the best phones I've ever heard) to buy a set of portable pair. My budget is $225 but would like to keep it around $200 if possible. I need something that has great isolation, sound quality similar to the K701 (if possible), not bass heavy but so not bass shy...

I have practically no experience wit any DAPs. I want to know what you guys like the most hear. I'm looking at the Cowon A2 as of the moment? Is that the best I can do for the money? Memory wise, I think 20-60Gb will be okay. Any help will be appreciated. Thank you.

I'm in need for a soundcard with a COAX DIGITAL OUT, not optical. What do you guys recommend? Seems like M-Audio 5.1 is the way to go but anything cheaper? It has to have bit-perfect and the usual goodies. Thanks for any help you guys provide.

Is there alot of audible difference between the two if I'm not using balanced connections? I will be using a PC to tranfer to a M3 to K701. Looking for the best soundcard or DAC for under $200.

WOuld it be worth the $100-$200 you spend to get it recabled? Options like Silver Dragon or Cardas recable. Or is the original cable good enough? What do you guys think?

Putting together the first "true" hifi system. It will be something like this.... Computer >> __________ >> M3 >> K701 Now my question is...should i go for the 1212M (which I've read has a pretty darn good sound) or an outboard DAC?. My budget is $200.

I'm looking for a Amveco PC mount transformer for a STEPS v1.2. The ones recommended on Tangent's site...part no. 70053, 70052, 70063, and 70062 are all out on Digikey's website and they wont have them in stock until second week of April. ANybody have a spare one or is there another Amveco I can...

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I had some questions regarding the parts becuase I wanted to make sure I get the right stuff before I go ahead and order them. The amp will be used for AKG K701's. These are the parts Ive selected so far but please feel free to let me know if I should change them to something else. I want the...

Which one? Soooo confused! Have $300 in hand to burn and these will be my first "hifi" phones. I listen to mostly Classical Rock, Eletronica, mostly downtempo but they have to be decent for the fast stuff also. PLease help! Thanx.

What do you guys recommend for a DAC for aound $300 if my setup is this... Computer> DAC> M3> K701 Im not sure if I want to use USB 2.0, Toslink, or SPDIF. That really depends on the DAC. Right now I have a modded Audio Alchemy DDE v1.0. What would be better than that?

What do you guys recommend for a DAC for aound $300 if my setup is this... Computer> DAC> M3> K701 Im not sure if I want to use USB 2.0, Toslink, or SPDIF. That really depends on the DAC. Right now I have a modded Audio Alchemy DDE v1.0. What would be better than that?

If Im going to use the following setup... Computer> Sound Card> External DAC> M3 Amp> K701 is it best to provide the DAC with a optical signal? If I was to use optical, do I need a good soundcard such as 0404 or 1212m to export the optical signal? or can I use the Chaintech AV710? I ask...

Hey guys. I just ordered my K701 and finally decided on what components I want to order for my first-ever M3. I should be ordering them this week but I had some questions before I completely jump the gun. For the Opamps, I've devided on the 637/627 for Jazzy/Acoustical type of music. Will those...

Im planning of building a M3 as my first DIY project. IM decent at soldering but hopefully I learn something from this. Ill be using Muse caps and good products in order to build it. My question is...which opamps should I use to best match AKG K701 headphones? I was thinking of doing OPA637BP...