[squadgazzz]

Hi there!
I'd like to switch from IFI iDSD micro BL to anything with a real balanced 4.4mm output. But I also own IEMs.
My current headphones are CA Cascade and Vega 2020.
Looks like IFI iDSD Signature doesn't offer a real balanced scheme. iDSD Neo is not suitable for IEMs as well as Zen CAN.
Any suggestions?
I really like IFI's detalization with engaging sound and bass response.
My budget is around $900. The aftermarket is considerable too. Size or portability doesn't matter.

 

[Vapour Trail]

Wait, why aren't the ones you mention suitable for IEMs?

 

[guido]

FiiO Q5s TC

 

[squadgazzz]

Wait, why aren't the ones you mention suitable for IEMs?

ZEN Can as well as iDSD Neo hisses with sensitive IEMs like CA Vega.

 

[squadgazzz]

I tried to look at W11 Topaz, but looks like it has some kind of tube sound...

 

[Vapour Trail]

My iFi Zen can works fine with iems

 

[iFi audio]

My iFi Zen can works fine with iems

Anything in particular you like about it? And what are your IEMs of choice if I may ask?

 

[MakubexGB]

FiiO Q5s TC

This ^^

 

[squadgazzz]

My iFi Zen can works fine with iems

Which ones?

 

[Vapour Trail]

Current main IEMs are Ikko OH10 and Moondrop Starfield.

 

[Vapour Trail]

Anythingi n particular you like about it? And what are your IEMs of choice if I may ask?

The clean power is obviously super. And for when my source and headphone/IEM needs a sort of EQ tweak, the enhancement (xbass/3d) button is there for me generally doing the right thing without being obnoxious.

I do wish the buttons were a little less loose though tbh. Tolerances could be improved.

 

[iFi audio]

The clean power is obviously super. And for when my source and headphone/IEM needs a sort of EQ tweak, the enhancement (xbass/3d) button is there for me generally doing the right thing without being obnoxious.

Thanks!

I do wish the buttons were a little less loose though tbh. Tolerances could be improved.

Noted! Thanks and yes, we're aware that they rattle a bit.