Mtx704
New Head-Fier
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I am looking for a good amp and dac pairing for the Focal Utopia headphones. This can be a DAC/AMP combo or separate components. Right now I am just using the headphone amp in the Apogee Ensemble audio interface. I am looking to get more of a bass response and oomph out of the Utopias. They have excellent clarity, but I need a bit more punchiness. I am looking in the $2-3,000 range, and while transportability would be nice, it is not a necessity.
I am considering the Woo Audio WA8, as June and several others have suggested that the pairing is addictive. However, I am a bit worried there will be some loss of clarity. Has anyone heard this pairing? What are your thoughts? What other suggestions do people have for this price range to preserve clarity while improving bass response? While general suggestions are helpful, I am hoping to hear from people that have heard their suggestion in use with the Focal Utopia specifically. Thanks!
I am considering the Woo Audio WA8, as June and several others have suggested that the pairing is addictive. However, I am a bit worried there will be some loss of clarity. Has anyone heard this pairing? What are your thoughts? What other suggestions do people have for this price range to preserve clarity while improving bass response? While general suggestions are helpful, I am hoping to hear from people that have heard their suggestion in use with the Focal Utopia specifically. Thanks!