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  1. A

    Best DAC for Audio-Technica ATH-MSR7b

    Hey All! An audio newbie here. Recently got the ATH-MSR7b headphones from a friend and was impressed with the sound even without any additional gear - using a basic apple 3.5 to lighting or simply plugging into an output on a motherboard. So I wanted to ask if I can actually get a better sound...
  2. MOONDROP

    Look! MOONDROP's First HiFi Smartphone, MIAD01

    The growing complexity of 5G smartphones and the disappearance of the headphone jack are taken for granted by most users, but for people who love music and value sound quality, these developments are problematic. Music lovers long for a solution that doesn’t involve carrying a cumbersome hi-fi...
  3. A

    DAC and audio interface

    Hi I’m new to the forum and decided to create an account because i’m having a lot of confusion on how to connect my 32 ohm headphones to my computer via audio interface. My audio interface is very cheap (m Audio fast track pro) and I assume has a low quality DAC built in. I’m looking to buy a...
  4. FX Audio DR07

    FX Audio DR07

    Features:- >High-Quality Audio Decoder and Headphone Amp. >High-Performance Dual AK4493 DAC Chips. >Latest-Gen QCC5125 Bluetooth Chipset. >16-Core XMOS XU316 USB Processor. >Multiple Input/output Interface. >Outstanding Performance With Ultra-low Distortion and High SNR Performance...
    • SenyorC
    • Head Gear item
    • amplifier combo dac
    • Reviews: 1
    • Category: Amp/DACs
  5. Apos Audio

    Introducing the FiiO K19 Desktop DAC/Headphone Amplifier - Now Available on Apos Audio

    Hi all, We're excited to introduce the FiiO K19—FiiO’s new flagship desktop DAC/Amp. This model is fully balanced from input to output, featuring dual ESS 8-channel ES9039SPRO DAC chips and an 8-channel THX AAA 788+ amplifier for clear and powerful audio. The K19 includes a 31-band...
  6. Argha

    Audio Engineering Thread - Introduce Topics to discuss furthermore

    The main aim of this group is to discuss the Scientific aspects of the hobby to a newbie. Anything science/engineering related, from Clocks in DAC to Feedback Loops in AMP, from Impedance Curve of transducers to Downsampling Methods: every discussion is welcomed here.
    • Argha
    • Thread
    • acoustic amp audio dac engineering headphone iem speakers
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Sound Science
  7. Fosi Audio DS2 (2024 Cirrus Version)

    Fosi Audio DS2 (2024 Cirrus Version)

    Fosi Audio DS2 (2024 Cirrus Version)
  8. Pimpmaster McGooby

    DAC & SS Amp setup to replace Topping L70 and E70 Velvet

    I've used a Topping L70 and E70 Velvet for the past year without much issue, however as of late I've heard a lot of "Topping is bad" rhetoric, mostly involving things like a lack of "Spaciousness" and "Transients" (whatever that is). Now I've never really been too big on the "source gear makes...
  9. T

    How does Hiby fc6 R2R dac dongle compare against Schiit multibit dacs

    Hello all you lovely people, This is my first post in Head fi. Hoping to find help regarding a purchase decision. As an owner of Schiit Bifrost 2 OG and 2/64 r2r dac and Jotuheim 2 Amp with Senn HD 6XX headphone , I am planning to get the Hiby FC6 R2R Dac dongle for travel due to its small...
  10. TaronL

    Ferrum WANDLA GoldenSound Edition - Pre-Orders are Live!

    Exclusively available through Headphones.com in North America, the Ferrum WANDLA GoldenSound Edition is now live and available for pre-order! Pre-Order in the USA https://headphones.com/products/ferrum-wandla-dac-goldensound-edition Pre-Order in Canada...
  11. A

    DAC/Amp for Audeze LCD-5

    I am a mixing engineer and I have a pair of Audeze LCD-5's which I love. I currently have a Mytek Brooklyn DAC + and a Grace M905. To my ear, neither of them do a particularly great job with the LCD-5. I recently heard the LCD-5's on a friend's dCS Bartok and HiFiMan EF600 and was impressed with...
  12. Apos Audio

    Introducing the TOPPING D50 III Desktop DAC - Now Available on Apos Audio

    Hi all, We are thrilled to introduce the latest budget DAC from TOPPING - the TOPPING D50 III Desktop DAC provides unmatched clarity and depth for a vast range of formats up to DSD 512 and PCM 768kHz. It features a cutting-edge I/V conversion circuit, supports high-quality wireless audio...
  13. chrisyak

    Help me pick an Amp and DAC (under $1000) for demanding headphones

    Help me pick an Amp and DAC (under $1000) for demanding headphones I'm new to the audiophile scene but jumped in with some serious headphones: Sennheiser 802S, HIFIMAN Arya Stealth, and Focal Clear. I'm after a desktop amp/DAC setup (separate components) for my home office where I spend hours...
  14. Questyle

    Performance versus Portability? Seeking Both Without Compromise: Review of the Questyle CMA18 Portable by DC

    This review piece is published by EARPHONE AESTHETICS, a Chinese media platform specializing in headphones, and is written by an author known as DC. "In recent years, the size of high-end portable players has noticeably increased, a trend that's easily explained. Solutions like Ultraportable...
  15. EPZ TP50

    EPZ TP50

    EPZ TP50 dongle DAC/AMP
  16. henry9731

    The Holo battle: Cyan 2 vs Spring 2 KTE

    The test is conducted via coaxial input from a Philips Cd624 and is tested via a pair of vintage Ls3/5a speakers. Note: I will be referring the Cyan 2 and Spring 2 KTE as just “Cyan” and “Spring.” Excuse me for the lack of descriptive words. I am not a professional reviewer, and English isn't...
  17. C

    Android phone calls to USB DAC

    I just bought an Android 13 car head unit and I connected a USB DAC to one of its USB ports. All audio goes out the USB DAC except for phone calls and AV-IN audio (from my externally connected TV tuner via phono plugs yellow/red/white). (phonecalls are conducted by connecting my phone to the...
  18. AFUL SnowyNight

    AFUL SnowyNight

    AFUL SnowyNight
  19. henry9731

    Holo Cyan 2 - A super brief review

    So. The Cyan 2. (Excuse the mess, I have been messing around the PC area lately, and will be using the Cyan 2 in a vertical position for the time being) Headphone: Sony Mv1 Earphones: Apple Earpods (no really, even the earpods can tell the difference) Amp: Holo Bliss KTE DAC: Holo Cyan 2 vs...
  20. HIFIMAN SERENADE

    HIFIMAN SERENADE

    HIFIMAN SERENADE is a DAC/AMP all-in-one device. It is equipped with HIFIMAN's Hymalaya pro R2R DAC and can support streaming media
  21. Found Sound Davio

    Found Sound Davio

    Found Sound Audio Davio is a tube DACs from the R2R family. It has two versions: one solid state rectified and one tube rectified. The tubes are 1x 6SN7GT for the buffer and 1x 6C5S for rectification. It is designed to provide natural sound. Digital Inputs USB type B PCM max. 24bit / 96kHz...
    • bpiotrow13
    • Head Gear item
    • dac found sound audio non oversampling nos dac r2r tube dac
    • Comments: 7
    • Reviews: 1
    • Category: DACs
  22. J

    [Buying Advice] Desktop BT DAC/AMP for AA The Composer (max. USD 1.000)

    Hi, I will need a USB Desktop DAC/AMP to pair with a Austrian Audio The Composer soon. For now I got a Grado RS2e running on my Asus Xonar Essence STX II. The problem however is that my GPU induces hiss under load which I cannot get rid of (both cards are two PCIe slots apart). My plan is to...
  23. username643827

    Best DAC or AMP for HD600

    Hello everybody :) I will appreciate your advice about which amps and dacs would be best for my Sennheiser HD600. I was thinking about the FiiO E10K, around a 100 euros for me. My budget is around 200 euros.
  24. Apos Audio

    Introducing the New SMSL SU-X MQA Desktop DAC - Now Available on Apos Audio

    Hi all, Happy New Year! We’re thrilled to introduce the SMSL SU-X MQA Desktop DAC. This advanced DAC features dual ESS ES9039MSPRO chips, offering unmatched sound clarity and precision. Packed with top-shelf components like an XMOS XU-316 USB controller, MQA-CD decoding, and a Qualcomm...
  25. HiFiWar

    The Drinking Fountain - Full-Size Headphone Discussion

    Welcome to the Drinking Fountain! The Watercooler is a very well known thread for IEM discussion started by @Rockwell75, but there is nothing similar for full-size headphone enthusiasts. Therefor, on this day, the 4th of January, 2024, the Drinking Fountain has been created for just such a...
    • HiFiWar
    • Thread
    • advice amp dac desktop discussion drinking fountain electrostatic full-size headphones planar
    • Replies: 542
    • Forum: Headphones (full-size)
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