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Hello all!
 
I've been wanting to upgrade my current DAP to something that can provide more power to drive my IEMs so that I can get a fuller sound!
 
Does anybody have any suggestions? I'm already noted the existence of the following DAPs which are potential upgrades:
 
1. Cowon J3
2. Sony Z series
3. Galaxy Android Players
4. Sansa Fuze +
 
My requirements are:
 
1. Android/ Rockboxable
2.High output power
3. Clean sound of the same or (preferably) higher quality than the Sansa Clip +
4. Microsd slot/ Large capacity
 
I'm still a student so my budget is not exactly plentiful...... Does anyone have any other suggestions towards the DAP I can use or should I go for an amp instead?
 
Thanks in Advance!

 

[ACDOAN]

For FM radio listening, the Sansa Clip Zip floor me with its FM reception quality. Much better than my expensive AVR.
 
I have tried with and without extra help of the Fiio E6. The Sansa amp section is loud enough to drive the Senn HD280 to deafen level. For more bass, I use the JVC hrax 700.
 
Budget gadget for those who love FM radio, Sansa clip zip is the way to go. Get yourself a full size can like Sony V6 or the Senn HD 280 and prepare for some ear blasting with quality from nearby FM stations.

 

[HammerSandwich]

What IEMs are you using?  I'm astonished the Clip+ isn't loud enough.

 

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I personally use an SM3v2. Actually, I have no complaints about the volume. I think that the ipod touch provides more separation, power and detail...... and the sansa clip + doesn't.

 

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the j3 gets universal praise. great sound and 60+hrs of music.