RatPatrol01
New Head-Fier
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So obviously this is like the millionth thread on here and every other audio forum asking a similar question, but after two days of searching, I can't find any asking the question with my specifics.
I'm trying to find a desktop headphone amp to go with my new HD 650s for around $200-$300. Every thread I've come across always ends up being for a tiny budget, or an unlimited one, so every time it ends up as a recommendation for a Magni, an O2, or a 3-channel Beta 22, none of which are what I'm looking for.
I currently have an original Asgard running off a Modi 2, but it's developed a persistent buzz, and while getting it fixed is an option, I'm kinda in the mood to try something new.
The obvious choice is an Asgard 2, but just getting the new version of something I've been using for 3 years just seems boring. Also on my short list is a Bottlehead Crack or a Darkvoice 336se, but I'm not sure I wanna deal with tubes. Finally, my local audio shop has a Rega Ear MkII that I really like but $400 is a bit more than I really want to spend.
I feel like there's gotta be more stuff out there at this price range, can anyone help me out?
Thanks!
I'm trying to find a desktop headphone amp to go with my new HD 650s for around $200-$300. Every thread I've come across always ends up being for a tiny budget, or an unlimited one, so every time it ends up as a recommendation for a Magni, an O2, or a 3-channel Beta 22, none of which are what I'm looking for.
I currently have an original Asgard running off a Modi 2, but it's developed a persistent buzz, and while getting it fixed is an option, I'm kinda in the mood to try something new.
The obvious choice is an Asgard 2, but just getting the new version of something I've been using for 3 years just seems boring. Also on my short list is a Bottlehead Crack or a Darkvoice 336se, but I'm not sure I wanna deal with tubes. Finally, my local audio shop has a Rega Ear MkII that I really like but $400 is a bit more than I really want to spend.
I feel like there's gotta be more stuff out there at this price range, can anyone help me out?
Thanks!