jonnymooshoo
New Head-Fier
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Hi Guys,
I'm new to the hobby and I would like some seasoned advice on what amp/dac to pair with my gear:
Sources:
iPhone6+ - Main source
Macbook Pro
PC
Music:
iTunes Music subscription - although would switch if it made sense to get a DAP/DAC/AMP combo
Headphone:
Fostex Massdrop TH-X00
IEM:
Sony XBA-Z5
Preferences:
Significant audio quality improvement to warrant carrying around another device
Portability - If I am to carry around another device I would want it to be portable friendly
iOS device MFi compatible - again portability I'd rather not have to carry a CCK around and worry about another cable
Neutral processing without coloring the sound signature of my headphones
If I am to stack I'd like something low profile
Ability to use with my laptop/PC
Under $500 preferably in the $200-$300 range
Potentials:
Oppo HA-2
Sony PHA-1A
Bayerdynamic A200p
Cozoy Aegis
JDS Labs C5D - no MFi support though
? - up for any suggestions. If it makes sense to get an android based DAP with wifi for a streaming service I'd consider that too as long as there is a nice improvement in sound quality. (I wouldn't want a Fiio X5 eg. because I'd prefer a streaming service than having to manage a downloaded library)
I would really like some advice on helping me decide which device will be the best pairing for my gear without needing to compromise on my preferences
I'm new to the hobby and I would like some seasoned advice on what amp/dac to pair with my gear:
Sources:
iPhone6+ - Main source
Macbook Pro
PC
Music:
iTunes Music subscription - although would switch if it made sense to get a DAP/DAC/AMP combo
Headphone:
Fostex Massdrop TH-X00
IEM:
Sony XBA-Z5
Preferences:
Significant audio quality improvement to warrant carrying around another device
Portability - If I am to carry around another device I would want it to be portable friendly
iOS device MFi compatible - again portability I'd rather not have to carry a CCK around and worry about another cable
Neutral processing without coloring the sound signature of my headphones
If I am to stack I'd like something low profile
Ability to use with my laptop/PC
Under $500 preferably in the $200-$300 range
Potentials:
Oppo HA-2
Sony PHA-1A
Bayerdynamic A200p
Cozoy Aegis
JDS Labs C5D - no MFi support though
? - up for any suggestions. If it makes sense to get an android based DAP with wifi for a streaming service I'd consider that too as long as there is a nice improvement in sound quality. (I wouldn't want a Fiio X5 eg. because I'd prefer a streaming service than having to manage a downloaded library)
I would really like some advice on helping me decide which device will be the best pairing for my gear without needing to compromise on my preferences