I'm currently listening to my HE-500s through a bifrost.  Was looking to possibly upgrade the  DAC (1000 budget).  I was looking at dacs such as benchmark and apogee.    I have no qualms with my current setup, but I'm curious to see how a better DAC will improve the sound, or if I will even...

I'm thinking of a getting a DAC + headphone amplifier as long as I can both for under $2000. For the maximum price I've observed there are quite a few options - Benchmark, Grace m903, etc. But there are other interesting options like the Schiit entry combo in Asgard + Bifrost and higher level...

Hello Head-Fi! I just joined this forum and hope to learn and contribute as much as possible.   I have decided to take the plunge and get some 'audiophile' level equipment for my headphone "system". I am running B&W speakers and an SVS sub through a Denon A/V receiver via TOS Link from...

I'm currently using a Xonar Essence ST + M-Stage + AH-D5000 combination that I'm looking to improve. I'm thinking of adding a separate DAC and still keep the Essence ST as a low jitter source. Still, the Essence ST is fairly good.  I've been looking at Audio-GD NFB 3 and Schiit Bifrost, but do I...

I am looking to upgrade from my AudioEngine D1 to use with my computer and Sennheiser HD650 and HiFiMan HE500 headphones.   I was thinking about a Schiit Bitfront/Asgard combo or a used Benchmarck DAC 1 USB which I know I can get for around $800.     What do you think about those two...

Long time lurker and very recent member here. My current rig consists of the Xonar Essence ST, Matrix M-Stage, and Denon AH-D5000, a combination I got after extensive head-fi reading and have been very happy with.    Still I've got the feeling that the D5000 could use both a better amp and...

Hey all,   Was curious of the process in potentially doing this as a less expensive upgrade.  I am interested in using a Harman Kardon HK-3490 as a headphone amp (currently still have my Denons, but am looking to upgrade to the HE-500s).  Now, I'm thinking outside of using the HK's headphone...

I was looking into purchasing the Hifiman HE-500 and Schiit Lyr. I already own a Sennheiser HD598 and NuForce uDAC2. Is the uDac-2 a good enough DAC for my headphone and combination or should I be looking into purchasing something higher end?

Hi guys,   Long time lurker, first time poster here.   So I have no previous experience with good audio equipments before, except having a listen to HD555 and some Bose headphones and thought they were good. I also tried some Beats by Dr. Dre headphones and hated those cans. I thought...

From my time on the forums on head-fi, I keep hearing DACs being referred to as either sounding cold and analytical, giving good detail in the music; or warmer and more musical sounding.   It seems as for DACs under the $500, often you have to choose one at the expense of the other (atleast...

I know lots of Grado threads exist and I've read many of them today. Just going to post my situation for any specific feedback you guys can offer.   Currently using Grado 225i and I'm looking to grab:   Grado PS500 Schiit Asgard Schiit Bifrost   I listen to metal almost...

Is it too early? Or is it just getting passed over for whatever reason? It seems like a great new DAC especially for USB users, but it's hard to buy something that has not been reviewed by anyone. I can't interpret tech specs, am I missing some glaring fault? I'm looking for a great USB DAC...

Hello everyone, please help to chose. I need DAC+amp\combine with asynchronous USB and cant make a decision between several DAC’s: New yulong d100 II combine, with USB, but  only 24\96  450$ http://shop.grantfidelity.com/Yulong-D100-MKII-ASRC-D-A-Converter.html  GF Tube DAС-11 also all in...

Well im looking into buying an Asgard and was wanting to know what is the best bang for my buck for a dac for this amp?

I was considering upgrading my HD650's for some HD700's LCD-2's or quite possible HD800's. But decided it's not time yet. However I am now considering upgrading my Amplifier/DAC. I currently have the Headroom Desktop Amp/DAC. Any suggestions to a good/better AMP/DAC or Amp and DAC?    Don't...

I have always connected amps/dacs via USB to my computer. I'm really looking to buy a bifrost to pair with my Schitt amp. My pc does have an optical out though I have never used it or even tested it for that matter.    Is there any reason that using the optical out wouldn't work. Is there a...

Hi guys     been thinking of DAC + headphone AMP:D     short list     audiolab M-dac   SChiit bitfrost + asgard    - i read something about a HUMMMM problem?     any other better option than these?   thanks

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Hello!   So Ive currently had a Argon HA2 DAC + Denon AH-D2000 setup for the last 2 years, and therefore looking for an upgrade.  I do not, unfortunaly, have any knowledge about headfi so I would like to get some help! My budget is max 2000 bucks and I do not mind buying used gear. ...

Just delete this if we already have one - search never seems to give me what I'm looking for. Personally, I like the looks - just need to hear the thing ...   http://www.whathifi.com/news/cambridge-audio-expands-dac-range-with-wireless-dacmagic-plus     * A reworked USB input that...

Anyone have experience with this?   The Emotiva airmotiv4 speakers recently reviewed were ran off this and a Macbook at RMAF and although you should never judge the sound quality through a Youtube video, the ability for those small speakers to fill that medium sized room with that clear...

Currently considering an upgrade to my DAC-->Amp setup for my upcoming LCD2s. I dont have much cash to spare so im looking the most bang for the buck to maximize the potential of the audezes. I am torn between the Burson and Schitt since many have claimed that they pair well with the audeze. I...

So aparently Audio-gd Is coming out with yet another new Balanced DAC. basically this looks like a NFB-17 on steroids with  4x  PCM1704UK instead of dual WM8741.   Considering how well regarded the Ref7.1 (8xPCM1704) and DAC19 (2XPCM1704) are i am willing to bet that this thing is gonna be...

Updates and where to find them are listed here   1. 22/23 November: Added comments to 'Part (a) Highs'  based on listening with my old Stax Lambda Pro. Obviously, the Corda Concerto was not involved.   2. 20/21 December: See post 48 (p.4) for tentative comments of Beyer T1 with...

I hate to make another one of these threads, but every DAC thread is about USB, and I rock with a CD player. So I need a DAC with either optical or coaxial input and stereo RCA output. Size doesn't matter, but I do need to stay right around the $250 mark. I have a pretty good nuetral amp and...