I'm just beginning in the whole 'audiophile' world.  I've got the started headphones (AT50) and was wanting to know a little bit about Amps. 1)  With a headphone like audio-technica athm50s, would an Amp be worth it? 2)  What would be a good starter Amp that is affordable? 3)  What is...

As we're winding down to the end of 2012, what are your picks for the Album of 2012?   My person favorite of 2012 is O' Be Joyful by Shovels and Rope.       My runner up would have to be the Lumineers.  They make nearly flawless pop music.  

I've discovered what may be my favorite new band of 2012.  I can see a lot of people liking them.  They mix so many different sounds very well.  I can see a production from Dan Auerbach in their future.     http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cnVSUH6_oBY http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0HxNtWEIKhQ