I'm in the same boat. I'm torn between the Z3, X9 or X10.. leaning towards the X10. One issue I read was that the X10 has SNR: 98 dB. The Z3 ≥105dB.. X9 is ≥ 108dB. I don't know what this means for practical use. I like the look of the X10.. just wish there were more reviews and hands on...

Same..

This tread is overwhelming. I'm looking to get a set of earbuds. I want to start around ~10USD. I plan to pair with a Zishan Z3. I tend to enjoy a neutral sound. I currently have SHP9500s that I love but need something more mobile. Trying to decide between these: Snow Lotus 1.0 64 ohm EMX500...

Big ears won't be a problem but they do clamp uncomfortably on my glasses, however I have that problem with other full sized headphones.   Clamping force is high at first and they don't seem very comfortable, but after wearing them for a few months the clamping force eases up and they have...

OK, total noob warning..   I'm just starting to stick my big toe into the PC audio hobby. I am also on a tight budget and would like to learn as much as I can without spending too much money.   So I first purchased some headphones and ended up with the well regarded Monoprice 8323 and...

Oh wow.. thanks for that. I found a great link on DIY audio about this board, great reading.   http://www.diyaudio.com/forums/digital-source/186245-dac-2496-ak4393-dac-kit-cs8416-ak4393-5532-a.html

Thank you. Yeah, I did end up upgrading my headphones. It seems that is the way to go until you get to the upper level of headphones (or high impedance).

Ebay seems to have tons of DAC kits based on the WM8740 Wolfson and the TI PCM2760 chips. Some of them are in the $50-$60 range. Anyone ever tried one of these kits? I saw one where the guy would eve solder it for $8 :)   Just curious how one of these would sound if they were put together...

Thanks.. my head is about to explode.  

Can anyone comment on how these stack up against the Superlux HD668b? I listen to Chill, Downtempo, Jazz, Reggae..   

Oh yeah, I've read that thread at length.   So laptop ---> E17 ---> headphones wouldn't be a noticable improvement over Clip+ --> headphones? Or maybe not with the headphones I currently have?   I might look at used gear also if it will make my $$ stretch further.  Or wait and save...

I'm hoping this question is enough of a deviation from the "which amp is best for $100" threads to warrent a response. The deal is, I have $100 only to improve my audio setup and I want to make sure I get the most out of it. I currently listen to music mostly at work via a Sansa Clip + and...

Quote: Not that I can find, but I'll keep looking. Thanks for the feedback on the E7.

Quote: Nice!! I've just spent the better part of the day researching Android usb audio.. very frustrating reading if you can't afford an S3! I think I might buy an E7 and hook it to my HP Touchpad and just wait for someone to make it work :)   I guess the E7 is a good bet for this...

  Sansa Clip+ -- > Yamaha RH-5Ma   This is my first set up.. very small budget as you can tell. I'm pretty happy with the sound quality but now I'd like to try for an upgrade. I was thinking maybe an E10 and some sort of I-device? Dunno yet. At least my ears are happy for the moment.