Hi everyone guys!! I'm new on this forum and a complete newbie in this "audiophile" world, so i need your suggestions/advices to help me choose for the best. Here is the question: i've decided to spend some money (about 150 euros) to improve my devices and give some "good quality" to my ears. I...

I've look around and seen several things, but I'm not sure of exactly what I need. I'd like to find something that will take two Sources ( the headphone jack from an Apple laptop and either an iPhone or iPad). I'd like to listen to sounds from both sources at work and have it portable for use...

Hello,   Basically all I'm looking for is a good pair of headphones meant for punk metal, nu metal, and just rock in general.  Anything from the replacements to alice.  I also listen to alternative rap (doomtree, atmosphere, oddfuture, etc.), dubstep/electronic, house/club (not top 40), and...

Hi friends,   so at the moment, I'm looking to upgrade from the E11 to the E17, but I'm not really sure if it's worth it so I wanted to get the opinions of those who own either or both the devices.   So my current set up that I like using is a Sandisk Sansa Clip Zip with AKG Q701s. Just...

Hi all, I know this has been touched on on more than a couple of occasions, however all the posts i could find were quite old. I have just acquired a pair of LCD2 (Rev 1). I have currently got an e17 Fiio, which was fine for my Senn Momentums and Vmoda LP2's, which really didnt need any...

Hi everyone! I'm new to this forum so pls be kind. :)   I own a pair of harman/kardon NC headphones which sound pretty great to me. However, i feel that these headphones could deliver much more in terms of sound quality if it was used together with an external USB dac. The problem is, i...

New here, I recently picked up a pair of SkullCandy Aviators (I'm familiar with the debate; they were on sale for 60 bucks) and was wondering if it would be worth throwing a portable amp, like a e11 or e17, in front of them.  Will use them with an Ipod classic exclusively.  I listen to a little...

I recently purchased the Sennheiser HD 598s. I love the headphones, even when they are connected straight to my Galaxy S3. However I've heard you need an AMP and a DAC to truly experience these headphones.   Limit : $200 Music : Dubstep, Techno and (Stuff like Death cab For Cutie)   I...

Im curious if the DAC in the Nexus 4 is lacking compared to the DAC in the Fiio E07K. Would I be able to notice a difference? I just want some input from someone who has had both.   I am having a very hard time getting any info here. I have tried in two other threads, and received no...

I currently have the Fiio E17, I'm wondering what's better than that. I use the E17 on +4 Treble and +6 Bass with the V-MODA M100s / LP2s.

Is there any besides the Digizoid ZO2? It's out of stock right now maybe because of the new release.    Anyway, I just wanna ask if there are any alternatives (better) for bassheads like me. 

i currently own Fiio E17 but i want to upgrade to something better,     i currently use Ultimate Ears TripleFi 10 and have ordered Philips Fidelio X1 which is yet to be shipped.     I looked at different AMP/DAC such as Audioquest Dragonfly, HRT Microstreamer and Audioengine D3,    ...

I am looking for a full size headphone AMP/DAC for my DT990s.  I currently have a FiiO E17 but am looking for a full-size amp I can keep at my desk.  My budget is around $500.  I've read some nice things about the O2 + ODAC combo but have never heard it or know if it would be a good match.  I...

OK guys. I have decided to return my FIIO E17 which is driving my HD650s. Honestly, compared to the Cirrus Logic 4206B in my 2012 Mac Mini, I honestly can't tell any difference from the Sennheiser HD650, even with FLAC music files. I am not an audiophile, but I do appreciate good music. To make...

Hey Everyone, I got an E09K for Christmas to plug my E17 Dac into. I am using the E17 as my sound card and then the Eo9K to dock the E17. For those not familiar this is the back of the E09K. I want to connect my MAudio AV40 Monitors to the E09K so I can listen to them sometimes in stead of my...

All, I'm in need of advice.  Having recently picked up a Sen hd650; my previous desktop setup of e09k+e17 just didn't cut it anymore. I was using an O2+Odac combo at work, and it soundly clobbers my FiiO stack unto it's now sitting at work.  The problem is the O2+Odac I have has no other...

Hello Head-Fi!   After lurking the forum for about a year I finally decided that its time to become a member and also start putting together a full size setup rather than just messing with my portable one. I bought a pair of MDR-XB1000 recently and to my surprise (not really) my laptop...

How is this combo? I would be using the Sennheiser HD598 and an iPod touch as the source. I read this is a good combo or is there a better amp to be used with the Senns and an iPod? With a 250$ max for an amp. Desktop not portable

Hi, If my laptop doesn't have a working headphone port, would I be able to plug this headphone amp into a usb port and plug my headphones into that? Or do I still need a functioning headphone port?   Thanks

Hey guys, I searched the forums and didn't seem to be able to find a definitive answer to this question.  I'm using the E17 + E09k with USB out from my PC to power my DT-990s.  I don't really intend to use the E17 as a portable amp very often.  What is the best thing to do for the health of the...

After 3 days of debate apron headphones I've decided apon the dt770s (for now) and I need to find a good portable amp for it. I would also be able to like to use it for my computer as well. Currently I'm looking at the cmoybb and the E07k what are the thoughts of the pros over here? Thanks to...

Hi everyone!   I have been reading about portable amps recently, and I am very intrigued to incorporate one into my setup. This is the best place I can think of to get some help in choosing the right one (preferably something with great imaging/soundstage representation).   Right now I am...

how does the TripleFi 10 compare to the likes of DT 880 PRO 250 ohms or Philips Fidelo X1?   is the sound quality much better?     i am also looking for any suggestion under $300     i currently use Fiio E17 as USB DAC/AMP but i might also upgrade to Audioquest DragonFly or something...

I got a $ 300 amazon gift card from my family for my birthday and i am looking at getting another pair of headphones. I currently have DT990 Pros (250ohm version) and a E17 portable dac amp. as the tittle says im looking at headphones that fit really well in the edm and hip hop genres (this isnt...

I am getting a Fiio e17 and I eventually plan to hook it up via spdif rather then usb but my laptop does not have a coaxial/spdif port. Could I just buy a hdmi to coaxial converter box and hook up hdmi from laptop to the box then coaxial from the box to the fiio e17?   The box I am referring...