NuForce Icon uDAC-2 vs Creative X-fi HD USB

[r00bin]

Hello all,
 
I currently own a creative X-fi HD USB connected to a Senn HD555 + complete open mod (love it

). Is the NuForce Icon uDAC-2 an upgrade? I couldn't find many comparisons with the Creative X-fi HD as it's a relatively new DAC (It's the new one with 1/4" jacks http://us.store.creative.com/Sound-Blaster-XFi-HD/M/B004275EO4.htm ).
 
Has anyone used both of them?

 

[aBathingGrape]

im interested to know is as well. i was just wandering around frys and noticed the creative x-fi hd and it seems pretty good for what it has at that price.
 
how do you like the x-fi hd? im interested in using it with the spdif optical out from my xbox and computer for use with my headphones

 

[r00bin]

I haven't used the spdif, only the 1/4" jacks. The sound quality is great. I can't tell the difference between the xfi hd usb and my xonar ST. The volume knob has some backlash but apart from that, it's a solid product. I bought a pelican case to fit both my hd555 and xfi to take with me to work.

 

[NRGreatest]

Hey have you used any high impedance headphones like the PC350? I too plan on buying this for gaming. Just need something to power it.