Alpen is the key.... not only for regular bowel movements, but it also unlocks a super-electric-dream-highway connection between source and ears.   I bought it to use as a DAC for the optical output on my laptop when I travel. I haven't tried it on that yet. I thought I would try it between...

Recently purchased new headphones (M50s) and ended up wondering on just how much of an improvement I could get by using an amp. So I went, tried out and purchased the Fiio E11 over the weekend and it was awesome.   However as I was aware of, the Fiio E11 cannot be used while charging meaning...

  I think one of the core ideologies behind innovation and entrepreneurship is that if you can't get what you want, build it yourself.  This is why I founded V-MODA and Kolton Technology many years ago.  Many do not realize that V-MODA was the first company to release fashion-forward...

So, my Sennheiser PC 360 just arrived (yeah!) and i'm using it with the Aus Xonar DX soundcard. The Sound is great, but if i add a Headphone AMP/DAC like the FiiO e10 or 17, will the sound improve a lot? Thanks!

I've been look and reading about these Fiio E7 & Fiio E10 DAC/Amps. I am specifically wondering how much one would actually improve the audio of my laptop, which uses some "Realtek HD Audio" device.   As for headphones I really enjoy the AKG K271. They sound pretty good from my laptop, but I...

Their first foray into portable. I have been waiting a while for this:   http://audio-gd.com/Pro/Headphoneamp/NFB16/NFB16EN.htm    

The next iteration of Go-Dap specifically designed for the iPhone 4 is now announced at CES. Still about twice as thick and now it seems that all the buttons and indicators are shifted to the left side. There is also a button for selecting the sampling rate/gain at 48k and 96k/24bit when output...

[First Impression] This is only my first impression of the E17 'ALPEN'. Unfortunately, the engineering sample I received was damaged internally during the shipping. The AUX-in, which is what turns E17 into a pure amp, is not functioning properly. FiiO had checked the sample before sending it...

Hello,   I am in quest for best headphone and amp for about 500$. I listen to dark ambient (Lustmord, raison d’etre & …), drone ambient (Thomas Köner & …) & noise music (Merzbow, K2 & …) in FLAC. I will get a Focusrite saffire pro 14 that people says has a good DAC & is a great audio...

Hi I am new to this forum, and I love to listen music and want to enhance sound quality.   My current config: a 3.5 mm jack computer speaker connect to onboard sound, and headphone connect to speaker.     Now I am interested in Topping TP30, but have something I not know   TP30...

My audio source is a pretty cheap AV Receiver with some decent sounding speakers... The headphones i would like to drive are the Q701 and HE-500... Under $200 is definetily my preferred budget but if i have to go a little over i'd be willing to. Thanks.

I am completely new to the headphone audio world. My experience with speakers is a different story. I have been looking into sets like Sennheiser HD25-1 II for portable use and the HD598 for listening at home. I've also recently considered the AKG Q701. This is besides the point. I am curious as...

Hi all,    I have been reading through hundred and hundred of threads here and I am having a very hard time figuring out what options are best for me. I have HD800s and listen to music through my Mac. It's probably 50% large orchestral, and 50% a mix of pop/rock and jazz.  I'd prefer to have a...

Hey.   I'm going to buy new pair of phones and some dac/amp for those.   My friend recommended some Sennheiser cans and Matrix mini-i dac.   Personally I've been interested in AKG:s cans and maybe tube amp.   Budget is about $700.   Those brands are just recommendations for...

I made this thread as a guide for Australians who want to shop locally.   A few reasons to shop locally Support our economy Better customer service* Faster shipping No Warranty hassles*   Australian Retailers   Addicted 2 Audio (Melb) -...

Hello Everyone!    Recently I've purchased a pair of Denon AH-D2000 headphones along with an Audinst HUD-MX1 for a complete PC audio set-up. The headphones are incredible and I'm really happy with them.   However, I'm not noticing any of the 'boomy' bass anyone else on the forums has...

Hey everyone,   I'm considering a purchase of the Denon AH-D5000's   http://denon.ca/CA/Product/Pages/Product-Detail.aspx?Catid=f28e56fc-7d35-4cf7-88d8-f6ce5abeb128&SubId=175b9aad-12a5-4ba1-9bc0-de397b66258a&ProductId=9626a80f-b109-4a3e-b9c1-87ef177af929   I tried to do a search in...

My only pair of headphones [my m50's] have been loved for over a year now and I think its time to upgrade to the Pro 900's.    Yes I did my research and I know that these headphones would be perfect for me since I listen to progressive, house , electro , minimal , techno , tech house ...

Will be used with ultrasone pro 900's.  The sound card is about 200,  I am willing to spend up to 400.  How best to spend my money?   Thanks in advance! -Maximilian

So I've made these threads before, but now that I finally heard the E7/E9 combo I'm going to splurge on a DAC/amp   From what I've read, the sensitivity differences between the Grado and Senns is significant which could impact the sound quality based on some 8-fold rule( don't remember all...

I am a fairly new head-fier (although I've owned a pair of over ear headphones for as long as I can remember) and I'm probably better described as a budget audiophile.   I have the Sennheiser HD650 headphone and my source is a MacMini (WAV files in iTunes) feeding a Cambridge Audio Dacmagic...

How do I use my E7 as a dac only with another portable amp. I was disappointed with the amp in the E7 with fullsize phones. So I'm looking for an amp to mate with it that has more power to design a poetable rig. Thanks in advance

  Hi everyone!   I have been stalking the forums for a little while, and really want to get a good set of over the ears and an amp for personal use listening to music on my computer, and on my ipod when I travel.  My budget for a line out device for my ipod, a dac/amp, and a good set of...

Hello guys I was first thinking of getting Sony MDR-XB1000. But I heard someone talking about that they leaked a lot of sound and that they are too large to travel with. I really like bass. I listen to electronic/trance and some house. Though music without lyrics. Do you have any good...

Hi Guys!    My first post here so be nice! ^^ I know I'm not going to be 100% obedient to the rules of this forum but I'm going to ask TWO questions in this thread,  but I don't know how else to put it.    --- --- --- --- --- ---   I am looking for a pair of good headphones to pair...