[hifihead]

I recommend the CEC HD53N balanced amp. It cost $1000 and is a very good value. I use it with the HD800 balanced. Balanced is the way to go. Here is my impression of the CEC HD53N.
 
 
http://www.head-fi.org/forum/newestpost/473889

 

[floydfan33]

I am a relatively inexperienced user, but the HD800/Nuforce HDP combo is an outstanding experience.
 
I am sure it could be improved, and probably substantially, but ignorance is bliss, and I have found this combo to meet my every expectation with any type of music.

 

[HeadphoneAddict]

Quote:

I am a relatively inexperienced user, but the HD800/Nuforce HDP combo is an outstanding experience.
 
I am sure it could be improved, and probably substantially, but ignorance is bliss, and I have found this combo to meet my every expectation with any type of music.

If I had never heard the HD800 on a $2500 ZDT amp, and no other rigs were available, I'd still be happy to listen to them on the HDP all the time, just not with the stock cable.

 

[drc73rp]

I've been using my HD800 with an RSA Protector balance out and a VDac as source. Im having such a great time with it the Beta22 (3-channel active ground) is gathering dust for now. Cardas cable upgrade for $8.0/ft is an excellent addition as well.