Quote: Hi, thank you for the reply.   When I checked Asus web they says that the Essence is compatible with PC/Windows. They didn't mention MAC!!!!   Regarding Apogee Duet, I don't think (almost sure) it will be able to drive big cans.

Hi, I wonder if the Essence one works with macbook?

Quote: No, but everybody says that laptops have bad DACs.   What about android devices (galaxy note), is there any DAC for it? All portable DACs seems to be designed for Apple stuff!!

Hi,   I am planning to get the D1 Audioengine (DAC), my source is macbook and will use AKG K550 headphone. Will I notice any difference? Do I need a DAC?   I tried fiio E7 with T50P BUT no improvement at all, can anybody explain?   Do u recommend another DAC?   Thanks

Quote: So if you don't like both (amperior and hd25), what portable cans do u like?

Guys I am so so confused!!!   Please watch this video   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MfxjXvQOHFg   Sennheiser's representative clearly stated "the goal for our team was to have an exact sound as HD25"   SO ARE THEY THE SAME OR WHAT??? Should I believe the story about Aluminum cans?

Quote:   Hi, recently I got T50P. I hate it so much the sound is muffled and so picky, some tracks are good others sucks.   Anyways, I decided to get new cans. What would you recommend for me 1350 or Amperior?    What DAC/Amp that would be a great with 1350 or Amperior?   I...

Hi, recently I got T50P. I hate it so much the sound is muffled and so picky, some tracks are good others sucks.   Anyways, I decided to get new cans. What would you recommend for me 1350 or Amperior?    What DAC/Amp that would be a great with 1350 or Amperior?   I am so confused...