As the title says I am looking at the various options out there (Fiio BTR5, Shanling UP5, Qudelix-5k), they all seem very similar, I am wondering which works best with an iPhone and Windows 10 PC). I mostly listen to FLAC on my PC and Apple Music Lossless on my phone. Thanks in advance.

Does anyone know a premade 2.5mm Balanced Female to 3.5mm TRRS Male Connector. I have a new piece of kit that has a 3.5mm TRRS balanced output and want to plug some 2.5mm balanced IEMs into it. Thanks in advance Scott

I am looking for a basic IEM that comes with 2.5mm connector (or easily upgradable) to 2.5mm balanced connection. Something neutral would be great but i am open to suggestions. Scott

I know the iPad Air 4 just came out recently, are there any DAC/AMPs out there that support the USB=C connector and iOS (obviously the latest version of iOS as well)?

So my Dunu d1000s finally died. What are some good deals of hybrids these days?

I've been pleased with my Westone 3's have met a sad demise, some how one if the shells got cracked badly. Time to put that pain behind me and replace them. What should I be looking at for around the same money. I run with my Samsung Galaxy S5 and Fiio E18 DAC/amp and something with decent...

I am looking at getting into vinyl, I'd love to keep things under $1k if at all possible. I am pretty happy with the rest of my rig. Something with less of a 'learning curve' would be great as well.   My taste is music is fairly wide, so something flexible would be great, from a sound...

I am wondering if anyone has tried the S5 with any DACs, i am looking to pick one up that will work over USB with my S5. The S4 seems to have had a good track record but I wanted to be sure before plunking down money on a DAC that may or may not work,   Scott

I have been using my phone for an audio player for quite some time now. I am looking to get a separate DAP or a reasonably sized DAC/amp (that works with a Nexus 5, I have no problem rooting and flashing a new ROM if need be. I really want to play some of my collected FLAC files on my commute...

I have inherited a Note 2 for my new phone. I am in the market for a USB Amp/Dac that works with this and am looking for recommendations. Preferably something that works with the stock Android on the phone (though a ROM is not totally out of the question if it really buys me something...

I have had and loved my Beyerdynamic 990 250 ohm cans for some time now and have enjoyed them quite a bit. I am looking for the 'next level' with a similar sonic signature. Open is fine in this application and I have a dedicated amp as well (details in my signature). Where should I be looking...

Been a while since I have been on Head-fi, so I am really out of touch with the current state of the headphone market. I have a set of Westone 3's that have been my commute headphones for a while now. I am now looking for something comparable that is also a headset for my phone. Any...

I've recently picked up a soldering iron(and shopping around for a multimeter), and next weekend going to a friends house to learn the basics of soldering and build a CMOY. Right now I am looking for a good introductory text on electronics in general, learn the fundamentals. If there is...

Title says it all, decent sound that will play nice with fell cans or my Westone 3's. Big things for this is small (I want to stow this in my bag each night, don't want to leave it in the office) and works well with Linux (Ubuntu 9.04). Any recommendations are welcome. Scott

Schoenberg's Verklärte Nacht is the main piece I know, both Orchestral and Sextet (I think I enjoy the Sextet version a tad better, more personal like the piece itself). Any thoughts on where to go from here with Schoenberg? I was looking at his Gurrelieder next. Scott

I currently use my Shure E3C'S with bi flange tips on my commute to work. They are starting to get a bit beat up and am thinking of upgrading/renewing. I Love the isolation on the train and am fairly happy with the sound of the E3cs (cept maybe for soundstage on bigger pieces of music). How do...

Looking for an IEM (if it's a headset that's a nice bonus but not a must). Important features for me: 1) Isolation, I have a long train commute, so cutting out train noise and people talking is KEY. 2) Relatively neutral sound 3) $100 or less preferable. Currently I have a Shure...

I just pulled the trigger on some concert tickets (Iron Maiden in Boston Oct 6), looking for recommendations of ear protection that doesn't attenuate a lot of sound. Anyone have suggestions? Scott

I've had an eye on one of these for a while (will probably just go for the Super, looks like it is worth the extra money to me). Anyone hav suggestion for some nice efficient speakers that won't break the beak? (say sub $200) Scott

I saw this on ilounge, they are basically reselling etys but they look a bit slicker than the usual etys. Interesting.

Anyone have expereience this player, it plays the formats I want, but I was wondering what people thing of the sound quality from the headphone output from a Head-Fi-er perspective? Scott

Are these too close in size? I am curious.... Scott

Anyone have any recommended recordings of this piece, I currently have Gergiev w/ Kirov Orchestra, which is suppoed to be highly rated (well by Gramaphone anyway). Scott

I figure I'd start a thread for Karma owner to discuss the Karma, and accessories for the Karma. I can't wait for mine to be delivered tomorrow. Also, I'd love to hear about peoples EQ settings on the Karma, what ones have worked to good effect for various cans. Also, I have a MindKnob...

Well I placed my order for the Rio Karma today ($213 with shipping and 3 yr warranty at www.compuplus.com). I can't wait to get this one on the house to compare with the ipod. Also have a case form mindknob.com on order. Any Karma uses using 3rd party software or do you stick with RMM...