[tiffythomas]

Will I notice a huge difference if I buy a portable amplifiier for my shure e5c (currently driven by the internal ipod amp)? I'm considering the purchase of the Portaphile V2^2 maxxed to further increase the lows and highs of the headphones. I want to know from those of you that have tried amplifying the e5c's if it is worth buying the amplifier or if the difference will be insignificant.

 

[tyrion]

The E5's out of an ipod are not bad, however, throw in an amp and they definitely move to another level. I use a Hornet and there is a huge difference in sq. I've never heard the Portaphile but would bet that there would also be a large difference from running the E5 straight from the ipod's headphone out. Pick up the Portaphile and give it a try. If you don't find a big enough difference to justify the expense, you can sell and not lose too much.

 

[tiffythomas]

Is there a huge difference between the Portaphile V2^2 and the Hornet (or the SR-71)?

 

[tyrion]

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Originally Posted by tiffythomas Is there a huge difference between the Portaphile V2^2 and the Hornet (or the SR-71)?

I've never heard a Portaphile so I can't comment.