thewind32
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Hi, I currently run a HD600 off a E10K (dac only) to a Topping L30 (first version). I'm intending to get a HD800S, and the K7 is something I'm considering to go along with it.
A dac upgrade from the E10K would be beneficial, but I'm not convinced to spend too much on one yet.
Meanwhile, I'm not sure if the L30 needs to be changed. Volume wise it should be fine. If an upgrade is advised, then I was wondering if something like the K7 would be "good enough"? It would also allow me to make use of the balanced cable that comes with the HD800S. Or should I keep it and just change the dac?
Or am I just crazy looking at the K7, considering how much the HD800S costs? (Did a search in this thread for this pairing and it's not really a thing lol). I listen to a variety of music, though nowadays I play single-player games most of the time.
Also, wanted to ask, when the K7 (or other dac amp combo) is turned off via volume knob but wall power is still on, would a PC still see it as a audio device?
Thanks.
A dac upgrade from the E10K would be beneficial, but I'm not convinced to spend too much on one yet.
Meanwhile, I'm not sure if the L30 needs to be changed. Volume wise it should be fine. If an upgrade is advised, then I was wondering if something like the K7 would be "good enough"? It would also allow me to make use of the balanced cable that comes with the HD800S. Or should I keep it and just change the dac?
Or am I just crazy looking at the K7, considering how much the HD800S costs? (Did a search in this thread for this pairing and it's not really a thing lol). I listen to a variety of music, though nowadays I play single-player games most of the time.
Also, wanted to ask, when the K7 (or other dac amp combo) is turned off via volume knob but wall power is still on, would a PC still see it as a audio device?
Thanks.