[csokane]

Can you guys name any good amps for 30 dollars or less. I know it's a small amount, but it's what I have to work with.

 

[violinvirtuoso]

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Can you guys name any good amps for 30 dollars or less. I know it's a small amount, but it's what I have to work with.

The only amps I know of (that are under $30) are Fiio amps and CMoy amps. A Fiio E5 is pretty decent and very small. CMoy amps are good, but I think they are only good if you make with the best parts (not buying premade).

 

[csokane]

I think i might up my budget a bit and get a pa2v2. Would it be a good amp for some mid level $80 etys?

 

[dziendobry]

I love my ER6i and PA2v2 running from the LOD of my fuze, not that they really need to be driven but I prefer the line out option.

 

[mrarroyo]

The PA2V2 is a great sounding amp at a modest price, I have owned two (currently still own the 2nd one).

 

[csokane]

Am I going to have to buy any other cables seperately to connect the amp to my iphone?

 

[violinvirtuoso]

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Am I going to have to buy any other cables seperately to connect the amp to my iphone?

You can use either a mini to mini cable or a LOD (Line Out Dock). The LOD will give you much better sound quality then the HO.
 
For a variety of LODs, just google (or "head-fi" it) iPod Line Out Dock. You will get tons of hits. Or you can get a DIY'er to make you one.

 

[csokane]

Is this a decent cable to get?
 
http://www.amazon.com/FiiO-L3-Line-Cable-iPhone/dp/B003UCESP8

 

[mrarroyo]

I prefer the iBasso CB05 due to its greater flexibility.
 
http://www.ibasso.com/en/products/show.asp?ID=53

 

[CoryGillmore]

Will that iBasso work ok with an iPhone though? I've heard iPhone LOD cables need to account for the iPhones built in speakers and therefore are made a little differently.

 

[michaelbe3]

I have just acquired a PA2V2 from Gary. I will be sending for another. The best service available, a man who loves his product and always willing to help. Also he makes fantastic a amp with beautiful sounds...