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  1. NoHarshSounds

    Desktop DAC with 4.4mm balanced headphone output

    I am looking for a budget (up to 250 dollars) desktop DAC to use mainly with my Meze 99 Classic (with 4.4mm balanced cable) and Letshuoer S12 Pro (4.4mm cable also). I'd prefer a transparent non colored sound and a wider soundstage than warmer analogue sounding DAC (my 99 Classic is warm enough...
  2. abheybir

    Help to design space for desktop setup!

    Hello, Please share your ideas/setups for the desktop. I plan to design a space for a bedsite setup consisting of EF400 & Phi DecaDAC with Violectric V280, bottlehead 3.0 SEX, and darkvoice 336SE along with headphone display storage.
  3. JDS Labs ATOM AMP 2

    JDS Labs ATOM AMP 2

    All Metal, More Power, More Fun We built Atom Amp 2 for those who demand more. Atom Amp 2 is like Atom Amp+ on steroids. It's housed in an aluminum chassis with an easier to grip knob, featuring both 4.4mm and 6.35mm headphone jacks, failsafe DC protection, and octo-buffers pumping out more...
    • leeperry
    • Head Gear item
    • amp atom desktop headphone amp jds jds atom 2 jds labs jds o2 single ended solid state
    • Reviews: 1
    • Category: Desktop Amps
  4. FIIO K11 R2R

    FIIO K11 R2R

    • littlenezt
    • Head Gear item
    • amp dac desktop fiio headphone k11 r2r
    • Comments: 7
    • Reviews: 9
    • Category: Desktop Amps
  5. pradiptacr7

    The Ultimate Headphone Discussion -- General Discussions, Impressions and Content Sharing. Full-Size Headphones and Related Gears Only.

    🎧Welcome to The Ultimate Headphone Discussion🎧 Whether you’re a seasoned audiophile or just dipping your toes into the world of high-fidelity sound, this thread is your gateway to exploring the realm of full-size headphones. Let’s dive in and uncover the nuances of these magnificent audio...
    • pradiptacr7
    • Thread
    • audio community desktop full size headphones headfi headphones portable ultimate headphone discussion
    • Replies: 24
    • Forum: Headphones (full-size)
  6. 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: 565
    • Forum: Headphones (full-size)
  7. msing539

    Affordable Desktop Audio Rack

    I searched for many months for an off-the-shelf solution to hold my gear but to no avail. Next logical step was something custom, and I tried my hand at building one, but soon realized that it's a tough undertaking if you don't have the right tools. Started reaching out to local woodworking...
  8. Trihexagonal

    Screenshots of your desktop

    There are threads about computer hardware with some very nice pictures of how people have them set up, video game screenshots and the like, but it's the Operating System that makes that tower or laptop more than a lovingly assembled box 'o electronics. Whether it be Windows, Linux, BSD, etc. it...
  9. AuneAudio

    aune X1s GT Bluetooth edition is here!

    X1s GT DAC with headphone amplifier, the 8th gen and the milestone of the classic aune X1 series The Bluetooth edition NOW AVAILABLE! ☞ http://en.auneaudio.com/index.php?s=Home/Article/detail/id/59.html ☞ Price: 349 EUR ☞ Find your local distributors here...
    • AuneAudio
    • Thread
    • amp aune aune audio bluetooth dac dac amp dac amp balanced desktop headphone amp headphone amplifier
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Headphone Amps (full-size)
  10. A

    Intel NUC for HiFi help.

    Hi all. I'm building an Intel NUC for regular use, but also for YouTube and YouTube audio use. Basically I want to get great sound while using the computer, and to watch music videos and concerts on my big screen with it also. I've already ordered “Intel BNUC11TNKI30000 NUC Pro Barebone Kit -...
  11. D

    Most important gear for desktop audio system

    Let’s say you already own some FLAC files and a PC, then what are the most important gear to get the best audio out of the file? Is it DAC, AMP, Pre-Amp, Headphone, Speaker, etc. of course they are all important tho but which affects the most. If you have $5,000, how will you spend them for your...
  12. gaming

    How do I use Equalizer APO for speakers?

    I've just put Equalizer APO on my computer, and I'd like to try using it for desktop speakers Is there a guide anywhere that can tell me how to use it properly? And do I need to do anything differently, since I'm using it for speakers and not headphones?
  13. Cayin HA-1AMK2

    Cayin HA-1AMK2

    2 headphone outputs with slightly different sound characteristics 5 output impedance settings works well with some lo-Z and planar headphones preamp output 2 inputs Lots of power...up to 2.2wpc at 600 ohms!
    • WaveTheory
    • Head Gear item
    • cayin desktop ha-1a mk2 ha-1amk2 headphone amp headphone amplifier tube tube amp valve valve amp
    • Reviews: 1
    • Category: Desktop Amps
  14. Schiit Jotunheim 2

    Schiit Jotunheim 2

    Continuity circuitry. Slot for AK or multibit DAC module or moving-magnet phono input. Balanced and SE preamp outputs.
    • WaveTheory
    • Head Gear item
    • balanced desktop headphone amplifier jotunheim jotunheim 2 schiit
    • Comments: 2
    • Reviews: 2
    • Category: Desktop Amps
  15. F

    FiiO K9 Pro Hi-Fi DeskDop DAC&Bluetooth&Amplifier，XLR/RCA/4.4/Optical/Coaxial interface

    2021.10.14 Update Dear friends, K9 Pro is now available, you need to buy can find a local agent, or order online, the following is the product introduction information Here is the article I posted earlier for communication with you: Hello Everyone I'm Willson, Product Manager of FiiO, and...
  16. Z

    Looking for a smooth BASSY arse amp and dac

    Hey as the title says I am looking for a headamp that can function as a preamp to studio monitors. In a best case scenario it would have an output toggle switch or at least logic . What I need is a super powerful bass response with some great macro dynamics and speed. All while being liquid...
  17. E

    PC audio gear + closed headphone advice?

    Dear Head-Fiers, I have browsed this forum a lot a decade ago and decided to buy an AKG K271 Studio and a Prodigy HD2 sound card. I have enjoyed this experience a lot, but now it is time for an upgrade. I believe this forum is the place to be! I'm trusting you experts. About me: I am not an...
  18. Audio Analogue PureLine AAdac

    Audio Analogue PureLine AAdac

    AAdac The new AAdac is the latest product of PureAA line. Just like the AAcento and AAphono, it is a product that perfectly fits in the Audio Analogue philosophy: its simple design, its remarkable sound performances and its great care for the finish and for the materials and parts selection...
    • Dobrescu George
    • Head Gear item
    • amplifier dac desktop dsd dxd europe headphone italy lossless power
    • Comments: 3
    • Category: DACs
  19. Tuba - Vacuum Tube Headphone Amplifier

    Tuba - Vacuum Tube Headphone Amplifier

    Tuba - Vacuum Tube Headphone Amplifier The TUBA is a world-class vacuum tube headphone amplifier designed to operate with either low impedance (Grado) or high impedance (Sennheiser) headphones. The power stage is a single-ended, zero-feedback, parafeed EL84 triode into an impedance matching...
    • Dobrescu George
    • Head Gear item
    • amplifier desktop el84 grado headphones review sennheiser tuba tube
    • Comments: 1
    • Reviews: 1
    • Category: Desktop Amps
  20. Aune S6 PRO DAC / Balanced Headphone AMP

    Aune S6 PRO DAC / Balanced Headphone AMP

    dual amps can drive almost any headphones. 32bit 768k / 512 dsd all you need with excellent dynamics usb / coaxial, aes, optical inputs variable line out, so the Aune S6 Pro is suitable as a preamplifier !! AKM 4497 chipset 2 channel on amps. usb supports 32 / 768K DSD512 coaxial suppert 32...
    • Dobrescu George
    • Head Gear item
    • aune dac desktop gaming headphone amplifier s6pro soundstage wide xlr
    • Reviews: 2
    • Category: Amp/DACs
  21. Rosson Audio Design RAD-0 Over-The-Ear Planar Magnetic Headphones

    Rosson Audio Design RAD-0 Over-The-Ear Planar Magnetic Headphones

    Headphone Designs Each RAD-0 headphone is handcrafted in a unique, one-of-a-kind housing. Select from the available designs in the dropdown menu at the top of this page when purchasing a headphone. #006 Moons Blood #054 Mean Green #058 Tropical Island #062 Red Fawkes #065 Amber Walnut #067...
    • Dobrescu George
    • Head Gear item
    • desktop headphones planar portable rad-0 rosson
    • Reviews: 5
    • Category: Over-Ear
  22. Roksan Caspian M2 Integrated Amplifier

    Roksan Caspian M2 Integrated Amplifier

    The Caspian Integrated Amplifier, like other products in the range, has received awards and accolades from around the world for its smooth, grippy and powerful sound. A true high-end amplifier without the price tag, it is used as reference in multiple situations. Using independent power...
  23. MoonAudio

    Sony DMP-Z1 Digital Music Player

    Sony DMP-Z1 Digital Music Player $8,499.99 Reproduce even the subtlest nuances of studio-quality sound with the DMP-Z1. Crafted for High-Resolution Audio, better than CD quality, with fidelity that's just as the artist intended. Learn More THE SOUND YOUR MUSIC TRULY DESERVES For the...
  24. O

    Chord Mojo for computer rig

    Thinking about setting up my Chord Mojo through my desktop going through the optical cable. I used to have a Schiit Jotunheim I rather enjoyed with my LCD-X, but have since sold both. How well does the chord Mojo perform through optical going through a desktop computer?
  25. HIDIZS Tempotec Serenade iDSD

    HIDIZS Tempotec Serenade iDSD

    They made it almost impossible to copy info directly from their site, so this is the short version, from Aliexpress :) Brand Name: TEMPOTEC DSD (Direct Stream Digital): Yes Package: YES Type:USB DAC& Amplifier Body Material: Metal Input Type: USB&PHONE PCM: Yes Model Number: Serenade iDSD...
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