Or how about like an Oppo Ha-2 or Creative E5?

Very interesting. I'll look into the Dragonflys. So I take it that a plain ole amp like a Fiio A3 wouldn't even do anything for me then, eh?

Shows how much I know ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Is there any reason you suggest the Dragonfly Black as opposed to the Red?

Interesting - to be honest, I don't notice a massive difference between wired and wireless modes, which shocked me. Is the Dragonfly Black 1.5 simply a DAC with no Amp component? Is there any benefit to using a DAC alone without an Amp, and in that case, does it simply use the Amp of the phone?

Gotcha, thanks for that input! I don't know if it matters, but the Crossfade Wireless can also be used in 3.5mm wired mode, and in fact I do that a lot (mostly to conserve battery). Would that change your outlook of the benefit of an Amp or DAC/Amp?

Hey everyone,   Just got me a pair of V-Moda Crossfade Wireless and it's as if I'd never really listened to music before. I hear the subtle layers, notes, and effects I'd been missing all my life. It's incredible!   Anyways, I'm wondering if there is a good portable option to get even more...

Gotta say, I'm shocked with how good Sam Ash's customer service is. They're running promos right now until 5/31/16 for 8% off any order of $89-$398 and 15% off orders of $399+ (the code is the same for both, which is: 789SAVE). I wanted the V-Moda Crossfade Wireless headphones and XL pads, which...

Anyone know where to get a deal on the V-Moda Crossfade Wireless? I can't for the life of me find them for a price lower than the MSRP anywhere, nor can I find a coupon code for the retailers that sell them. Anyone know where to get a deal on them and/or any coupon codes for Crutchfield?

Thanks for the reply! I've read that about the XL pads, is that only for people with big ears though (I have small ears)? Also, is the sub-bass literally exactly the same in your opinion between the two or is one more powerful/pronounced than the other?

Just gonna have to keep doing this until I get an answer I suppose.

Tough crowd

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Hey everyone,   I posted this over in the recommendations thread and got absolutely no response whatsoever, so I must've been in the wrong spot. Anyways, I'm looking to get my first pair of real audiophile over-ear headphones, and after doing my research, comparing specs, and reading user and...

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Obviously, I know one is bluetooth with wired capability, while the M-100s are wired only, but does anyone have any hands-on experience on sound quality differences? I know the downsides of bluetooth on sound quality, so anyone have any comparisons of the Wireless version using the cable versus...

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Hey everyone,   Just wondering a couple of things: (1) how exactly do iPhone EQ apps work (I'll elaborate on this a bit below); and (2) which ones currently available are the "best"?   How do iPhone EQ apps work? In other words, do you just turn the app on and then the music you play via the...

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Hi everyone! I just need some quick advice as I've been searching the internet for reviews of on/around the ear headphones (preferrably noise cancelling), which cost NO greater than $300, that look stylish and I'm stumped. EVERY set I come across has its' negative reviews and they are almost ALL...