Do I need an amp?

[Seijang]

I've got an iRiver H320 and some new e3c!

I keep seeing amps mentioned, and they look pretty cool too.. so I've been wondering -

Do I need an amp? Would it really improve the sound from the e3c (to justify the cost of the amp)? Anyone else using a setup like mine and amping it up? How much are portable amps, and how much do you think one would spend on average on an amp??

Yeah, I guess that's all the newbie questions I've got ^^.

 

[Kirosia]

I think you're fine the way you are. Perhaps upgrading to a pair of e5 may be a good idea instead. Perhaps.

 

[kyrie]

For the iRiver and E3, the amp won't be worth the cost. It's better to upgrade to the E5 if you have the money, as Kirosia suggests.

 

[Seijang]

hmm. Thanks for your advice - glad to know there's enough juice from my iriver so I don't need an amp

.

e5c? Gosh, that's going to be awhile before I upgrade to those! I mean, 500 retail.. >_>. I'll stay happy with my e3c's for now. Excellent little guys, although a tiny bit difficult to put in

 

[Kirosia]

E5 can often be found for around $300-330 or so. (used and new, a bit pricier for the latter)

 

[fr4c]

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Originally Posted by Kirosia E5 can often be found for around $300-330 or so. (used and new, a bit pricier for the latter)

yes but then with that price, the HD650 comes into play.