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Portable DAC/Amp poll
Thank you again, Couple of things then. what is the point and when would one buy a dedicated DAC? (I get the amp part). Also I know what 105 db sound like and these headphones are not getting even close with my phone, so you think there is something wrong with my phone/headphones? Should I try...- irenic
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Portable DAC/Amp poll
Hey, Thanks for the reply, I'm fairly new to high end audio so if you can clarify a few things that would be greatly appreciated. I am aware that an amp does not improved sound quality but a DAC can right? If I understand correctly it can allow for higher quality playback (I heard that iPhone...- irenic
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- Forum: Introductions, Help and Recommendations
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Portable DAC/Amp poll
Hey guys, So I'm on the verge of purchasing a portable headphone amp for use with MacBook Pro/iPhone 5 and my AKG K702. I was looking at the Fiio E17k for a while but was unsure as to its sound quality. After some searching/posting I've got a list down but need help making the final decision...- irenic
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Portable amp/DAC for iphone
I'm gonna be around Boston/NYC in the near future is there anyplace around there I can actually test these products? What kinda place should I be looking for like big bands or small shops? I usually do all this kinda shopping online.- irenic
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- Forum: Introductions, Help and Recommendations
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Portable amp for AKG 702
Thanks for the help Feilong4- irenic
- Post #4
- Forum: Introductions, Help and Recommendations
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Portable amp/DAC for iphone
Hey all, I'm looking for a portable Amp/DAC combo for use with my Iphone (5). primarily for use with the AKG K702's. Price range is up to $500 but if there are cheap ~$200 level options i would like to know about those as well. Please let me know what you guys think would be best, thanks. ...- irenic
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Portable amp for AKG 702
Anyone else got options?- irenic
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Portable amp for AKG 702
Hey all So as the title suggests I need a portable amp for my k702s I know their hard to drive, I know I should get solid desktop amp/DAC for these and I will later down the line but I need something portable right now. Been looking at the Fiio E17/E17k since I've heard they do alright with the...- irenic
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Sony mdr-ex58V vs mdr-ex100ip
just as the title says what do you guys think? i've read good things on the 58Vs but cant find mucht on the 100ip so if anyone could shed some light on them i would appreciate it. looking for a balanced sound here, no bass enhancements or anything of that sort, as well as which one lasts longer...- irenic
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