[thedauntlessone]

I'm using an iAudio 7... should I get an amp for the headphones?

Thanks.

 

[locu64]

They're enoyable without a amp but you won't feel all of that deep bass that they're famous for without one.

 

[GreatDane]

Quote:

Originally Posted by locu64 /img/forum/go_quote.gif They're enoyable without a amp but you won't feel all of that deep bass that they're famous for without one.

The iAudio 7 will drive them to an enjoyable level but as locu64 describes, they won't slam you.

 

[jgonino]

Yes, and amp will improve the sound considerably. I suggest something basic like a cmoy or a PA2V2.

Or, if you want something a lot better, look at a hornet M or a corda 2move.

 

[ph0rk]

No, they don't need it unless the source is particularly anemic. A nano, for example, is fine.

 

[Jaska]

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Originally Posted by jgonino /img/forum/go_quote.gif look at a hornet M

x2 on the Hornet. I think this combo sounds great, and I only wish I had the necessary cables to test my Hornet M and DT770/80 Pro with my new source, as I think it would be substantially better than my portable setup (5G iPod and LOD).

 

[thedauntlessone]

So with the iAudio 7 I don't need an amp. If I do get one (I'm considering a headSIX), in what way would the sound improve?

Thanks for all the replies so far.

 

[scatterbrain]

Quote:

Originally Posted by thedauntlessone /img/forum/go_quote.gif So with the iAudio 7 I don't need an amp. If I do get one (I'm considering a headSIX), in what way would the sound improve? Thanks for all the replies so far.

LOUDER!!

I have a cowon d2 which I am guessing would be similar to the iAudio7. Without my amp I can put the volume right up to max and I still want more. I'm only using iGrado's which aren't very demanding headphones either. The impact of the bass will definitely be greater when using an amp also.

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[DNT]

Why don't you try the upcoming D2, it has DAC also and a pretty good price.

 

[souperman]

I want to, but it's not out!

 

[thedauntlessone]

So I purchased a headsix amp along with my beyer dt770 pro

I have to say, I really don't hear a difference. Before you say I am not able to tell the difference, I am able to tell SQ between headphones. I was also under the assumption that the amp will make A LOT of difference reading some of the responses. So far the only difference I see from using the amp is more volume and a bit cleaner sound at higher gain. I guess I should've just bought a better pair of headphones.

 

[GreatDane]

Quote:

Originally Posted by thedauntlessone /img/forum/go_quote.gif So I purchased a headsix amp along with my beyer dt770 pro I have to say, I really don't hear a difference. Before you say I am not able to tell the difference, I am able to tell SQ between headphones. I was also under the assumption that the amp will make A LOT of difference reading some of the responses. So far the only difference I see from using the amp is more volume and a bit cleaner sound at higher gain. I guess I should've just bought a better pair of headphones.

What type of music are you listening to while you test this combo?

 

[thedauntlessone]

mostly hair metal, prog metal and thrash metal. i also listen to stuff like our lady peace and rage against the machine

btw i read your PM greatdane and thx for the help.

 

[KillerPotato]

ack. I was just about to buy a Leckerton UHA-3 to use with my DT770/80s, but after reading this I'm not so sure. I haven't really been dissatisfied with the sound straight out of my macbook pro, but I've always been yearning for more powerful bass.

 

[Speedemonv12]

I just got my DT 770 pros, and was wondering about an amp also, are there any amps out there for less than 50$? it so are they even going to be worth it?