So I was thinking about buying the O2 + ODAC combo for $250. But then I saw that if I was using a computer with this Is would need it to be USB. I this true? Also could I get a better amp and DAC for $250?

Do I need to return these?  As far as I can figure out, it is not possible to listen to headphones without the speakers unless i actually unlpug the the speakers...   My monitors are separately powered with volume behind, so I don't control those.  FiiO seems to assume you can easily control...

Has anyone tried this combination? Anyway I'm looking for a handy desktop amp for my D5000, it does not need to be portable but I don't want to take up too much space too. And most importantly, I wanna keep the price tag around $100.  I've heard Fiio is known for its cost-effectiveness, but...

          I know this has come up time and time again, and I am sorry to do it again, but I would really appreciate everyones insight. I am just starting out in the audio world am I want to start small so that when I start to get better and better headphones I will really appreciate them more...

Hi !   First of all, although I am new to this forum and don't know much about hifi, I did read the forum before posting here. But I still don't know what would be good for me.   I am looking for a good AMP + DAC combo under the 600$ price range. Here is my situation :   - I would...

I have some spare change and am looking into buying a new portable FiiO amp (but all other brands will be accepted and looked into further.) I have been eyeing the E11, AND I ALREADY HAVE THE E7, I'm wondering if it would be an upgrade from what I have. I will be using the amp to power anything...

What are the best bass headphones? This is the hunt for the "Top 10" Bass headphones on the consumer market. The list will be compiled and based on identical set-ups (or similar) and tracks with identical Eq sloping/boosting...

Having just ordered an EO9k to compliment it yesterday I was listeningto my E17 plugged into my work laptop via USB; walked away; and when I came back I was unable to turn it back on.   Power switch still has the nice 'click'; just no response...   For the last 3-4 months; the DAC hasn't...

Hi guys,   I use Bayerdynamic dt770 pro 80ohm headphones with a Fiio E11 amp. I really enjoy listening to them at normal volume level but,when i increase the volume a bit high i feel that the sound coming from these headphones are somehow not very clear and the bass is not very accurate or...

I have narrowed down my next pair of cans to the following 3 HiFiMan HE-400 HiFiMan HE-500 V-MODA M-100 Denon AH-D600   Being a noob to the headphone scene (I have a dedicated theater/listening room) I need some help. I currently have the Audio Technica ATHM50, I just got them from...

I have the E17 and i'm planning to get the E09K but is it a big difference in sound, or could i better save the money for a bigger amp? and if so, which one? i mostly listen to electronic and classical and sometimes dubstep using my sennheiser HD 650.

I am using DT880 250 on my computer.  I wear these 8+ hours a day while I work and game.  I use them for music and gaming almost equally.   I was using Xonar STX w/ upgraded OpAmps, but I am looking at switching to a DAC/AMP to better quality sound. My motherboard has a 110db SNR RealTek 898...

Any one else excited about the redesigned E9 coming out soon?  It's going to be better then ever! It will feature an Aux-in and dock-in input selector and has RCA gold-plated terminals instead of a 3.5mm jack. Match made in heaven with the E17!

Hi there, I don't really know a lot about audiophile equipment, but I've read (mainly on this site, but not only) that for the best experience I'd need an amplifier. So far I've seen a lot of people(maybe not a lot, but enough to have a basic impression) talking about the E09K/E17 combo. I'm...

I've read the multitute of reviews of the Fiio E09, and it sounds like a little gem of the desktop Amps in its price range, however I haven't found all that many articles that really go into depth about the Audio Technica's AT-HA35i.   I'm about to buy my first desktop amp and while the Fiio...

This is my first post on here, so bear with me.   I would be using the E9 aspect of the combo with my HP dv6 laptop and when on the run I would undock my E7 or E17 to use with my iPod Classic with a LOD cable. I have a few headphones I would use with this. I have the ATH-M50s, the Klipsch...

I don't get it. I bought a AKG 601 a couple of months back. I just got my FiiO E7 and E9, but I don't hear a difference at all, it may be even worse sounding than plugging the headphones directly into my old M2Ne Motherboard. I even have more volume by doing so. Am I missing something?  

I plan on getting a headphone DAC/Amp and have pretty much decided on the Fiio E10.  Small, looks lovely, and gets god reviews.  However, I'm looking at the E09, and wondering if it's got a DAC in socket, why does the website say you need the E07 to use it as a DAC/Amp combination.  Can I not...

FiiO announced the E09k on their Facebook page a few days ago. I noticed that no one had posted this to head-fi yet, so here I go. : )   They haven't shown a full spec sheet yet, but they have posted a handful of pictures with a high level overview of what the desktop amplifier has to offer...

Hello - I need some expert input / suggestions for purchasing a new pair of cans for use with FiiO E7 DAC mounted on FiiO E09K amplifier.   I've used Sennheiser HD 598 for the past year and half now, and while these provide very good comfort over extended use, the sound reproduction (esp...

Hey guys, first off I'd like to say I love this forum, and this will be my first post of many here, and I turn into an audio guy and build a collection   Been lurking the last few weeks while researching which headphones to go with   I have a $300ish budget and have decided to go with the...

So here's my issue. I want to be able to switch from my monitor speakers to my akg 702 through the e09k with my E17 attached. What I assumed that the "dock in"/"aux in" switch at the front does was switch the incoming source from the usb connection to a connected aux. I think it's a little...

Hello all you audiophiles out there.   I am have been reading this forum and a couple others about what's good and what's not.   I looked at many models of IE's and desktop amps.   This is what I decided upon the Sennheiser CX 880s and the FiiO E09K (I haven't gotten my DAC yet, but it's...

Hi there, first I'd like to thank you all for being such an amazing resource.  I've been lurking here for at least 3 months getting tips and reading all I can.  Now that I'm about spend some serious money, I thought I'd ask for some personalized advice before jumping into things.   So my...

Hi guys, I am new to this higher end of the music headphones etc. I have just bought a westone 4r (from recent sale on amazon) and a AKG Q701. I currently have an Ultimate ears super fi 5 pro with me. Can anyone please suggest what DAC / AMP should i get? I am not very sure of the inputs...