[moorashj]

I am hoping that someone out there has an opinion on these two being paired together. I can get a liquid spark for a pretty good price and wondering if sundara could benefit from the spark.
Thanks all
Jason

 

[DeweyCH]

What's your current amp setup?

 

[moorashj]

What's your current amp setup?

i was thinking of running this through my dx300...i know I would need some extra cords..i also was thinking about using this with my smsl sa300

 

[DeweyCH]

i was thinking of running this through my dx300...i know I would need some extra cords..i also was thinking about using this with my smsl sa300

I don't think the LS would be an upgrade over the DX300. It would pair fine, but it would almost certainly be a downgrade, whether you're talking the Liquid Spark amp or DAC.

 

[moorashj]

I don't think the LS would be an upgrade over the DX300. It would pair fine, but it would almost certainly be a downgrade, whether you're talking the Liquid Spark amp or DAC.

that is what i was afraid of...i really like the ifi micro dsd signature but afraid I would blow my brains out with all that power...LOL. plus it isn't the cheapest...there are so many choices out there it gets a bit overwhelming...thanks for your response.

 

[DeweyCH]

that is what i was afraid of...i really like the ifi micro dsd signature but afraid I would blow my brains out with all that power...LOL. plus it isn't the cheapest...there are so many choices out there it gets a bit overwhelming...thanks for your response.

What specifically are you looking to get out of your setup that the iBasso doesn't provide?

 

[moorashj]

What specifically are you looking to get out of your setup that the iBasso doesn't provide?

What specifically are you looking to get out of your setup that the iBasso doesn't provide?

i guess i was looking for a bit more soundstage..i dont think I need volume...maybe I dont even really need one LOL...amp that is. I am still kinda new to all of this stuff....

 

[DeweyCH]

i guess i was looking for a bit more soundstage..i dont think I need volume...maybe I dont even really need one LOL...amp that is. I am still kinda new to all of this stuff....

The dx300 is a beast of a DAP. Desktop amps that kick it up a notch from that will probably start at least at the $200 mark. You might try out something like a Schiit Magnius ($199) or a Monoprice THX 887 (currently $249, down from normally $399) using balanced outputs, see if that scratches the itch. Both have a balanced XLR output and put out more power, and planars like power even if you're not struggling with volume.

Alternatively, you could upgrade the dx300 with the AMP 12 module; supposedly it opens up the soundstage a lot from the stock one. You'll need to get a 4.4mm balanced cable for the Sundaras, but that may give you the sound you're looking for without adding another gadget to your desktop.

 

[moorashj]

I think i might look into the amp 12 module...it would be nice to keep things to a minimum...i appreciate all of your assistance.
J

 

[DeweyCH]

I think i might look into the amp 12 module...it would be nice to keep things to a minimum...i appreciate all of your assistance.
J

Good luck and if you are willing I’d love to hear your thoughts on whatever you decide