The Headsix is really popular right now, and it sounds quite good, especially for the money. I originally purchased one from Dr. Meier, but decided instead on a desktop amp. Dr. Meier's customer service is sensational. He allowed me to return the Headsix and immediatly sent me the Arietta...

Plugging your headphones directly to the line out on your iPod dock is not a good idea. You need an amp there to control the volume. I also think the line out is a much stronger signal, and could fry your new M8's. There are many more people with far more knowledge that can give you concrete...

I started reading this thread shortly after Jam started it. I followed for about 65 pages before I stopped. I finally made the jump, and purchased a D1 on the FS forums. I'm really excited to hear how this little guy sounds. It's latest version from iBasso that I got. I hope this amp is all...

Good luck with your search! I started not long ago with those exact 3 amps and trying to decide which would be best. I ended up with a Corda Arietta I'm looking at getting a true portable amp now, and may just get the mini^3. Although the Ibasso P2 and upcoming D2 seem very interesting. Minibox...

That's a really nice picture, and some REALLY nice looking headphones! I can't wait for more impressions to appear. When they are worn around your neck, how do the ear cups twist, driver in or out? Thanks!

Quoting my favorite band / artist: "The waiting drove me mad!" I sure hope my Headsix arrives today

I just placed my order for a Headsix to use in a portable rig. Like many others, this is my first amp too. Hopefully this leads into a nice home amp!

These are always good finds. I'm an admitted thrift store hunter...but I've got some decent stuff for next to no money. My main CD player at home is a CEC, with optical and coax outputs. It has a headphone out as well (should I ever want to bring it to work, nice and handy). It set me back a...

Thanks Skylab! I'm glad I waited to purchase the D1. Although I was pretty set on the D1, this just confirms the decision will be the right one. I just got a PCDP with Optical out for it. I was going to buy the D1 last week, but got some HD580 off the FS forums instead, then bought my first...

I'm trying to wait for Skylab's review, and more improtantly, to pay off my credit card before I run it up again with a D1...You guys make it extremely hard to be patient!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Dexdexter Added! Does the optical output of the CT540 function on battery power or only when connected with the AC adapter, as Kramer noted about his Panasonics? I ordered it last thursday, so it should be here in the next few days. I'll let you...

I just grabbed a panasonic CT-540 off ebay last week, which has optical out. Great thread idea!

The more I read the impressions starting to come in, the more I wish I had a money tree in my backyard, even a little sapling! I'm very glad to hear this is a quality product with so many useful bells and whistles at a totally reasonable price. So many times I see stupid things passed off...

FOTM last month was the Accura SR-660. They were cheap, full sized circumaural headphones. They sounded decent, and are available at Loblaw's stores (Zehrs, Real Canadian Superstore). There's a thread on here about them, that got quite large. I'm just an hour south of Toronto, so I know the...

Thanks everyone for the impressions! They seem to be pouring in now that the D1 is in people's hands. I'm glad to hear its sounding good now. This may be the solution I have been looking for, but have been unable to find until this was released Sadly, I may have to wait a little longer to...

The options is what draws me right now. I have several things that have optical outputs (PC, PS2, CD player). I like that I can use it as a soundcard on my laptop via USB if I choose. The Aux in becoming a line out is just awsome to They really did some practical thinking on this one. Very...

If reviews say this is a decent amp, I may just make this my first amp. They versatility is awsome and oh so tempting! I don't think it's been covered so far...will the D1 work for IEM and high impedance cans, or is it meant for one or the other?

I may have been a bit hasty with my first post. I think the biggest problem was I just wasn't used to this sound. I've been listening a lot to the X3's, and have become used to the sound and I enjoy it. I've actually started to really enjoy them with live recordings (listening to a recent Pearl...

Quote: Originally Posted by souperman There is no lack of bass IMO. There is lack of bass weight and punch but that's bout it. I'm horrible with the techy terms and words that get tossed around here. That's been the biggest challenge of head-fi (and not buying everything!). I...

Quote: Originally Posted by Henry Flower Before my time, but looking back at this old thread (http://www.head-fi.org/forums/showth...ta+corda+mkIII) it seems that - the MkII had a switch which no-one used which allowed a longer battery life (presumably at a cost in sound quality) -...

Does anyone know the differences between the MKII and the MKIII? I was thinking of getting an MKII from the FS forums (maybe!) as my first amp. I've been searching for a while and can't seem to dig it up.

My X3's arrived late last week. I grabbed mine off the FS forums here. They are really lacking bass, any of it...I'm using the stock tips and waiting for the UE kit to arrive, so I will reserve judgment on these until I can give them a good run with different tips. Although I am surprised by...

This looks very interesting...I've kind of been looking for a decent all in one that I can use with all my equipment and possibly take with me. This just seems so....perfect! I'll wait for some reviews first, and then grab one soon after since I'm guessing it won't be awful, especially for a...

Quote: Originally Posted by steviebee Don't blame you -these things are superb! I got mine throught the FS forum too & they've been perfect. Welcome to the club! Worrying about all these failures (mine are faultless, thankfully) but in terms of customer service, it doesn't look like...

I have no problem paying a few bucks for shipping them back. I'll just see how it goes and enjoy them when they arrive. I'm excited!