Here is another great article on the subject:   http://www.tonywoolf.co.uk/hp-limiters.htm   The author makes an interesting point that "the outer ear and ear canal act as an efficient collector and amplifier of sound" and that "a production line worker, standing in a steady 95 dB(A)...

Wondering if it would still be worth getting the HDP if I am only using Apple Lossless CD rips as my source. Headphones: D7000. Also considering getting M-Stage + DAC or Asgard + DAC instead. 

alexxfloo, we find ourselves in the same predicament! Getting D7000's, budget is the same. I have been doing extensive research on the forum. I am leaning towards the Nuforce HDP, but am also considering the Matrix M-Stage amp or Schiit Asgard amp with a Nuforce Icon uDAC or Music Streamer DAC...

Quote: LMAO!    On a serious note, I think this is a great topic. It should be common practice to use a sound level meter to check ones hearing level. I'd like to figure out the best way to measure and shoot for just under the suggested limit and enjoy music to the fullest with the...

Hi friendly forum folks. Long time admirer, first time poster, and pretty green as far as all things audiophile are concerned. Need a little help making my first major purchase decision. Here's the scoop:   I am willing to spend about $700 on headphone + amp. I would splurge on an even...