[Sir Tmotts III]

Hello all, I'm  Looking for a portable to go with my SR-325is. I you could, tell me how many different amps you've gone through. I feel like thier are quite a few people who just get a Fiio and stick with it till the end of time. Not to say it is a bad amp, but I just want a more seasoned opinion.

 

[NA Blur]

Be sure to check out this thread:
 
http://www.head-fi.org/t/620775/the-sub-200-portable-amps-shootout-11-10-amps-compared/120

 

[Greed]

Headstage Arrow 12HE 4G for sure. You can find them used for about 200, probably the best portable amplifier I have heard <$500. If you don't want to spend that much there is always JDS Labs C5, FiiO E12, and the C&C BH. 

 

[midnightwalker]

^ 
Good choice

 

[Gorillaz]

I am selling my amp I got it last week and it was the top choice in the sub $200 amp, I decided that I don't want to carry an amp around since I mainly use ciem you can check it out.it has more power than the 02 amp and ot's equally crystal clear but it has a 1/4 jack since it's designed for hard to drive headphones.

 

[Gorillaz]

even if you dont get it from me I highly recommend it you can ask ClieOS too

 

[Mooses9]

jds labs c5 Hands Down the best amp in that price range. well new anyway.
 
it is possible to get a arrow 4g or pico slim if you really look in those prices

 

[proedros]

there are 3 headstage arrow for sale , all under 250$
 
two are the 3G , the other is a 4G - the differences are subtle though
 
http://www.head-fi.org/t/662788/for-sale-headstage-arrow-12-he-4g

http://www.head-fi.org/t/663282/headstage-arrow-12he-3g-final-price-drop
 
http://www.head-fi.org/t/663260/headstage-arrow-12he-3g-excellent-condition

 

[Greed]

Quote:

there are 3 headstage arrow for sale , all under 250$
 
two are the 3G , the other is a 4G - the differences are subtle though
 
http://www.head-fi.org/t/662788/for-sale-headstage-arrow-12-he-4g

http://www.head-fi.org/t/663282/headstage-arrow-12he-3g-final-price-drop
 
http://www.head-fi.org/t/663260/headstage-arrow-12he-3g-excellent-condition

 
I'd jump on them, the Arrow is something else really. It is so versatile, and the functionality it brings in such a small package is just flat out amazing. Pairs well with CIEM/IEMs and can power some full-sized cans pretty well (i.e HD650). 

 

[freeeekyyy]

I second the C5 recommendation. I've had one for a couple weeks. Plenty of power, low output impedance, very low noise floor, and a high quality bass boost option that actually emphasizes sub-bass and helps to make music more full sounding rather than giving it flabby boom.

 

[Bill-P]

If you can find one used, the Leckerton UHA-6S Mk.II is also a good contender for $250.