It sounds a lot better (louder) when i max out. I initially assumed at same volume level the setup with magni 3 should sound louder. I guess i missed the inbuilt amps role in throwing more volume without magni.

I normally keep it at 75% which is good enough without the magni. I crank the amp when connected to around 3 o clock to get the same volume.

Thanks a lot! If i understand clearly the amp in the lg V30 outputs more gain at a certain volume which may sound louder but with less power. While magni 3 throws more power than gain. Yes i am satisfied with the listening levels of magni 3. But i was really worried as many people have...

Hi All My Sennheiser HD 6XX sounds louder while connected to LG V30 directly than through Schiit Magni 3 in between even in high gain. I really need to turn the volume knob of Magni 3 to 2 or 3 o clock in high gain to get the same volume. I am using the 240 V adapter with the Magni. I tried by...

@ProtegeManiac There are not much reviews on these 2 amps anywhere. I would prefer to go with familiar models as I would mostly use it outside USA. So need to be a reliable product. So i want to choose between O2 and c5.

Thanks for the suggestions! How about the sound quality and Power of Pangea and Meier? I mostly use it in my bedroom. Will not take around. So not much issues with the size. Only concern is the amp should be battery driven and without external power supply as I will mostly use it in my bed.

I recently ordered Sennheiser HD6XX from Massdrop and will be receiving it by december. This is my first Hi-end gear. I am looking for a suitable amp within a strict budget of $100 to $120. It also needs to be a portable one as I mostly use my headphones along with my mobile. Cayin C5 seems to...