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The more I read about headphone amplifiers between $300-400, the more confused I become. Apparently this is a great entry point for a great amplifier, but all the amplifiers I'm looking at have their following, and each following seems to agree that their amplifier is a good buy. I am planning to get a pair of Sennheiser HD600 or 650s and am not sure whether or not I would prefer a SS or a tube amplifier (as I have not heard either). I would, however, like to buy an amplifier I would be able to enjoy for several years (wouldnt everyone?). The amplifiers I'm currently looking at are:
Perreaux SXH1 $300 (considering)
X-Can V3 $400
PPA $450-600 (considering)
Rega Ear $250
Singlepower PPX3 $400 (considering)
X-Can V2 Modded $??? (previously considering but can't find a V2 for sale even unmodded, ones on audiogon seem to last about 2 minutes max)
Maxed Meta42/Pimeta $200?
I know there have been many threads before on comparisons between these amplifiers but I found rather confusing. I know there are no definite answers, so maybe just throw in your vote and voice another opinion. If cost can be saved in getting a almost just as good amplifier for a cheaper price, I might opt for that so that would be a factor as well.
In addition, can anyone give a comparison between the different PPA makers including headsave, jmt, doobooloo, voodoochile, MisterX, larocce (sp), etc or at least a link to one
Perreaux SXH1 $300 (considering)
X-Can V3 $400
PPA $450-600 (considering)
Rega Ear $250
Singlepower PPX3 $400 (considering)
X-Can V2 Modded $??? (previously considering but can't find a V2 for sale even unmodded, ones on audiogon seem to last about 2 minutes max)
Maxed Meta42/Pimeta $200?
I know there have been many threads before on comparisons between these amplifiers but I found rather confusing. I know there are no definite answers, so maybe just throw in your vote and voice another opinion. If cost can be saved in getting a almost just as good amplifier for a cheaper price, I might opt for that so that would be a factor as well.
In addition, can anyone give a comparison between the different PPA makers including headsave, jmt, doobooloo, voodoochile, MisterX, larocce (sp), etc or at least a link to one