Hello everyone,   I currently own an Ultrasone HFI-580 and a fiio e17. Since my usage is desktop only I will change my e17 for a stationay solution. Could you give me some advice what Amp / Dac combination will do fine? I planned to spend around 200$ (150€). I mainly use my headphones to...

So I want to upgrade my desktop Amp/Dac combo (Fiio E9 & E7) and I'd like the Head-fi community to help me with my decision   Shopping around, these two are the ones caught my attention: Audinst Hud mx-1 and Maverick Audio's Tubemagic D1. They both have great reviews here, good...

          Full review is up at TouchMyApps now. Full benchmarks for performance will be posted tomorrow.    I assume that Pan Am users will start to blossom out of this forum soon enough. I've been using one ahead of schedule (thank you ALO) for about two weeks now and wrote...

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http://cave.hometheaterhifi.com/profiles/blogs/2012-cedia-show-report-robert-kozel   Secrets of Home Theater HiFi has their Cedia report up and it includes the first looks at the new Oppo BDP103 & BDP 105   Built in USB input with DAC and Headphone Amp and plug!   Let the speculation...

Hi All, I'm new to the forums and trying to get some help upgrading my gear. I just purchased some Philips Fildelio X1 headphones:     Specs/Features:   -Drivers: 50mm, Neodymium -Freq. Response: 10Hz - 40kHz -Impedance: 30Ω -Sensitivity: 100dB/mW -Maximum Power Input: 500mW...

Hi and thank you for looking into this post.  I recently picked up the Shure 1440 and am looking to setup a proper method to amp.  My head is spinning after reading this post http://www.fixup.net/talk/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=56 and this post...

I was thinking of getting the Valhalla amp as I heard it was one of the best at this price range, but I need a DAC as well. Considering my budget is quite tight, what would be better, the Valhalla with a budget DAC like the FiiO E10 or a different combination/2-in-1?

Hallo Head Fier Friends Burson will be launching soon their brand new DAC Amp combo : The Conductor like the legendary DAC Amp Burson 160 D with improvement in DAC section the Comductor has some improvement Like : - his DAC support up to 32 bit through Coax and Tos Link , USB support up...

Saw a reference to this in the Soloist thread - figure it deserves its own thread.    http://www.digitalaudioreview.net/2012/09/burson-audio-prep-successor-to-ha-160d-the-conductor/   Melbourne’s Burson Audio are about to launch the next generation of their very popular HA-160D. Like its...

 I was browsing and on bursons site and I just saw another new product from burson.This I am sure is what a lot of people have been waiting for a dac/headphone amp/preamp built around the soloist.There is going to be a ton of blogs about this one. I again would like to hear anyones opinions of...

Hey, my friend is thinking about buying an Ultrasone Pro 900 and he's looking for a good DAC and AMP for it, to use on his PC. I read that the E11 is great with these, so I thought maybe the E10 would be good, since it's a DAC / AMP combo. I'd love to hear some suggestions at about maximum 100...

Actually I need some help..I'm totally new to audiophile sound but I now own a couple of "fairly" High-end headphone. Here is my setup: Shure 535 IEM Sennheiser IE8 Beyerdynamics DT900 edition (600Ohms) NuForce uDac2   I want to be able to power the Beyer dt990's from my desktop...

I know that some headphone amps/Dacs work with an ipad by using an apple camera connection kit. The USB plugs into the kit which is attached to the dock on the ipad. Does any manufacturer make a Amp/DAC that works with an ipad by simply using a USB to pin connector? 

Hi all, I am planning to get the HD800's in a couple weeks and am going crazy at trying to find out what amp/dac combo I need to use these things at an acceptable level! I don't expect maximum clarity or resolution but I do want to be able to enjoy the HD800's for what they are.   I have a...

I appreciate all the hard work in writing reviews/photographings iems. Especially kunlun and project86. Thanks for your time + words! Many others that I have not named as well...   Anyways, I have 8.a's on the way. They will be my first quality pair of iems and I was wondering about grabbing...

Hi. I'm looking for an amp+DAC to use with Beyerdynamic DT770 PRO's. I don't care about it being portable and my budget is £60 (about $100), I would use it for a broad range of music along with videos and movies. My source is a laptop and an iPod; would the 80ohm or the 250ohm suit me best? I...

I'm looking at getting the DT 770 PRO 250 ohm for instrumental/classical music and some movie watching.  Mainly getting 770 for the comfort, bass (I like some impact), and closed feature.  I am in a dorm so my only source is a Lenovo T530 laptop.  I am looking for an amp+DAC/external sound card...

Hi,   I've never used headphones before.   only i used IEMs, then, i'd like to buy headphones.   but, i don't have any knowledge for it.   so plz feel free to recommend.   and i liked UE triple.fi 10 pro.

Hey guys, I'm kinda new here and would like to get your opinions. I'm currently using the Audio-Technica ath-m50s and would like to get a desktop amp and dac for about $160 dollars. Would you recommend the HiFiman EF2A or the Fiio e9? thanks

Hey Fellas,   after reading and researching for the past 2 weeks i've decided to buy the Sennheiser's HD558. ( was also looking at 555's) My main purpose is for Movies, after that just general use for music and gaming. budget is around 150-180 bucks. does anyone have any other...

Hi guys, first time poster, long-time lurker here.   I'm basically after some advice from the experts of Head-Fi on what to do next really, my 21st is coming up and I'm looking for some audio gear! I'll admit I'm a bit of a noob in terms of audiophilia and hi-fi, but I'm an undergrad...

I currently have an HD650 and want to try out the HE-500. I've never ever used a DAC(I use an iPhone)/Amp in my life.   Can someone please suggest one for an HD650 and an HE-500? I don't want to really break my wallet though. I was thinking the E7 + E9 combo but I have no idea...   ...

Hello everyone,   So, I am looking to purchase a new set of headphones, and I was hoping I could get some advice from the knowledgeable members of Head-fi.org.   Here are the details: I have had the ATH-M50s for ~ 2 years, and I love them. They are great. A need another pair of...

Hi !   Could someone tell me which external DAC/Amp to my current Essence STX's S/PDIF output should I buy ? I will use this cans for gaming.   I can't find O2 in any shop, so please give me names of different amp/dac's which will be fine with this cans.   Please for help