Hi all! I'm pretty new to high end headphones and am thinking about switching to a pair of IEMs (because at school I can't always have a hefty pair of over-ear) and I have two ideas. 1)buy a good quality westone IEM and run it through my laptop or 2) get a pair of etymotic IEMs and a...

Went to my friend's house and was able to sample quite a bit of his collection, about 10 of these.   But these are the 2 that really came out tops which are powered by a tube amp optimized for 32ohm and he was using the Dragonfly DAC.   Tried the Alessandro MS-1 ( Modded ). Fell in love...

Hello Guys this is my First Post, I'm here because i was searching information to see how to build a decent Audio Setup, and I end here. I want a Setup what can be used with a pair of Monitors and headsets, I have a Bose Headsets (I know they are not the best and are Overpriced... but is what we...

I read a very detailed review of these on Amazon (4-star by Mark Midura) that claimed that one needs an amp for these earphones:   I've had the M-Duo for about two months now, using them on and off either with my iPod Classic or through my O2/ODAC stack. I have noticed no extreme signs of...

Howdy all; first post on Head-fi.   I'm looking to purchase a DAC/amp combo for my K701, and I've narrowed it down to the ones mentioned in the title. Which would be the better choice?

Hi! I just bought Odac and o2 amp combo and I began a search for new headphones to use with it within 200$ I was wondering, would DT990 pro sound great with that combo or will it be too bright? Are there any other headphones in this price range that can compete with DT990? Thanks! :)

What DAC would you recommend fot driving monitor speakers? I'm using KRK Rokit 8's. Not sure if I need balanced outputs on the sound card or not, though I would prefer 6.3 TRS or XLR since I already own these cables.   200-300USD with shipping is my budget for the project, second hand is also...

Hi   I have the hifimediy DAC built on ES9023: http://hifimediy.com/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=83   It's great, and I use it to drive all my headphones directly - FIIO E17 and FIIO E6 are now unemployed. The sound has great detail over the entire frequency range...

Currently have ~160G of music on my computer that consists of downloaded classic rock recordings….from soundboards, FM broadcasts and audience recordings. Very little is FLAC, but do have a substantial amount in mp3 at 160 or 320kbs. I listen to my music by going from computer soundboard to a...

I have been very happy with my dac/amp combo (odac->hot audio thunderbolt)  for listening to music from my computers.  I use both a laptop and a desktop so the usb connectivity is nice.  I've recently switched from PS3 gaming to computer gaming.  I do not currently have a dedicated sound card in...

Hello guys, I bought a sennheiser HD600 this week, it will arrive next month, and I am planning to buy an amp and a DAC to pair with the HD600, so, my budget is $550 to the Dac and the amp, and I wanna know the best way t spend that money, if $200 on the DAC and $350 on the amp for example. I...

More specifically, I'm just looking to weigh as many options for a new amp as possible. Of course I'm not asking anyone here to list every amp in the world in that range, but hopefully a brief list with reputable/popular amps. Tube or SS is no difference to me, since I will most likely end up...

Hi,   I never had much experience with any headphones beyond the 10$ range until about a year ago when I stumbled upon Skullcandy Aviators in a local electronics store. The forums I read back then had good reviews for this product. Reading this forum I see some people strongly disagree and I...

did somebody compare both ?

Hi   I am looking to buy a head amp and dac for about £150 (flexible) to power my newly ordered he-400s. It will be plugged into my laptop via USB.   If possible i'd also like to be able to use the amp with my hifi speaker separates system.    Any suggestions? :)

Hi! its me again :D   Iam still looking for a new headphone.   Right now iam using: Odac + build in O2 amp HD650 mp3 320kbps and flac   im listening to Jpop, Kpop, Cpop, female Ballad, female vocal music, ascustic   I had the HD598 really love this, feeling there is no...

So I am looking for a DAC to pair with my Schiit lyr which is replacing my O2+ODAC combo. I dont have the cash to drop on a Biifrost right now, so I was wondering what would I be better off with for now, thinking of getting a standalone ODAC or a Xonar DX or DS soundcard. Also is there a...

I just placed an order for a Hifiman HE-400 and Matrix M-Stage amp. I just need a good DAC to complete my setup but I can't make up my mind. I had my eye on the ODAC but i read some bad reviews which put me off. Anybody know any DACs in the price ranges i specified which would go well with my...

Hi Guys,   I've been researching on Head-Fi for the past couple of weeks. I'm looking to invest in a $500ish portable amp/dac combo for my Grado PS500s.    Music I enjoy listening to: Jazz     I have my choices down to   1) Alo Pan Am (I heard the amp is amazing, but the DAC...

I am looking for a DAC with a headphone amp for my HE 400's. I also need the DAC to have an unbalanced out  for my AudioEngine A5+. Budget is 500 or less.   Suggestions? Thanks in advance

So I'm kinda new to the world of hifi, but I'd like to get a really good set up to keep me happy for a while. I listen mostly to unplugged, rock, and jazz with a little bit of rap once in a while. I've decided on two possible rigs, the first is to buy the audeze LCD-2 and use them with my...

I've heard many people say the HE-400 was fantastic with the Lyr and Bifrost, that it was a different beast. However, the Lyr+Bifrost is a 900 dollar setup which is pretty damn expensive. The HE-400 + Lyr+ Bifrost will cost 1300 dollars, and with that money I could get a hi-fi setup. Since it...

I have read of some people plugging their headphones directly in the Line Out jack of the ODAC. The line out is designed to input 2V into a 5K ohms input which is perfect for an amplifier. However, the designer of the ODAC recommends NOT to use the Line Out with headphones. Most likely...

I'm currently looking to buy a new pc so now would probably be a good time to find a DAC to go with my Stepdance/LCD 2's. Can someone reccomend some good low/mid budget DAC's please?   I live in Switzerland so the selection is limited and importing can be complicated.

I'm looking for a good DAC to be paired with the T1 I have on the way. The e17 is great and all but I feel the T1 is deserving of a bit better.   The DAC should be - under 200 (new or used) -Compatible with usb input and 3.5mm output (will use a 3.5mm to RCA cable to hook to the E09k...