[ostewart]

I just won the Raffle! so happy, yet so undecided between the O2 and C421, im thinking to get the AD8620 C421 as i dont really need a home amp, my listening is pretty much all on the go.

 

[racoiaw]

Wow lucky you. Im currently using the c421 ad8620 as my on the go amp too and so far im enjoying it alot

 

[ostewart]

yep, i never thought i would win.
 
i asked for the C421 AD8620, it is being sent today cant wait to get it!!!

 

[gelocks]

Congrats!!! And enjoy!!

 

[ostewart]

thanks, you tried it with your SRH440? as i have some too

 

[gelocks]

I no longer have the 440s but I did try them with the JDSLabs CmoyBB and they sounded great so my guess is that they should open up a bit more with the c421.

 

[ostewart]

thanks, i really cannot wait to get the C421

 

[e30ernest]

Hello!
 
I've been lurking these forums for a while.  I'm now looking at getting a C421 amp to pair with my Nexus S and iPod Video (1st gen).  Has anybody tried this amp with Shure SE425 IEMs?  I was wondering which of the 2 versions of the amp would be better suited for these monitors.  
 
I am a drummer so I like listening to a lot of technical music such as progressive rock and jazz fusion.  Ideally I'd like to improve soundstage while getting better separation between instruments.  I'm not a basshead, but I do appreciate some bass to be able to listen to and learn some of the kick-drum patterns over the bass guitar licks on my music.  Mids and trebles would be great so that I can hear cymbal dynamics and snare ghosts better.
 
I'd appreciate your feedback.
 
Cheers!

 

[sregor]

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Hello!
 
I've been lurking these forums for a while.  I'm now looking at getting a C421 amp to pair with my Nexus S and iPod Video (1st gen).  Has anybody tried this amp with Shure SE425 IEMs?  I was wondering which of the 2 versions of the amp would be better suited for these monitors.  
 
I am a drummer so I like listening to a lot of technical music such as progressive rock and jazz fusion.  Ideally I'd like to improve soundstage while getting better separation between instruments.  I'm not a basshead, but I do appreciate some bass to be able to listen to and learn some of the kick-drum patterns over the bass guitar licks on my music.  Mids and trebles would be great so that I can hear cymbal dynamics and snare ghosts better.
 
I'd appreciate your feedback.
 
Cheers!

I use the amp (AD8620 op amp) with some Shure SE215's and I am very very happy with it. I mostly listen to metal/rock.

 

[e30ernest]

Thanks for your reply!  What differences did you notice between un-amped and amped with your 215s?  Thanks!

 

[zeitfliesst]

Seems to me most people (at least on Head-fi) are going with the 8620 opamp. Hope I've made the right choice.

 

[Mutnat]

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Seems to me most people (at least on Head-fi) are going with the 8620 opamp. Hope I've made the right choice.

 
I've never heard the 8620 version but I imagine you will be pretty happy.  From comparisons others have made, it sounds like the differences are pretty subtle.  I guess in the end they're both good products, it's a matter of which will mesh better with your gear and your personal tastes.

 

[LoveKnight]

I am going to order a C421 with 2227 because I am a fan of smooth, warm vocal. Do not be so sad, I am going to join you soon. About 2 or 3 months from now

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[sregor]

I have never used them unamped, actually. So I am not sure.

 

[imackler]

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I have never used them unamped, actually. So I am not sure.

have you tried the HD600 w/ the C421 for kicks?