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Originally Posted by Chrnoex /img/forum/go_quote.gif
The arrow is a downgrade compared to sflo2's HO. Tried the combination with my JH11.
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You make some pretty definite statements without so much as an IMO!
I don't have any IEMs but am going to buy some soon based on impressions from someone who tried the ARROW (flat settings; no gain adjust) with his JH13s and said he liked it very much, and heard it to have a wider soundstage than the Pico, which is my opinion as well. (He uses a HiFi-man for portable use with his JH13s so his need for
any amp is questionable if anyone's is!)
I haven't heard your player, but if it has Wolfson DACs then the Arrow should sound great with it
if you use the right settings.
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| Does everybody agree that the arrow doesn't work well w/ low impedance phones? |
Not at all. I tried it with many and varied headphones at the meet and found it to perform well with all of them. Obviously, the lowest gain is too low for HD650s, but it's a great match with low ohm cans. Much of the Arrow's strength lies in it's adaptability. If it's heard to be a "downgrade" to any DAP then IMO you don't know enough to select the right settings (or you've become very accustomed to the
particular sound of your player). Personally, I'd stick with the impressions of people who
own the ARROW.
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| I don't understand this either, as it supposedly has a two-way impedance switch, and a three-way gain switch. |
It actually has
three selections for each: from
Headphonia.com Three Selectable Gain Settings (1.2dB, 10.5dB, 20.9dB)
I am planning on buying some decent IEMs soon so will report back if/when I do (if anyone is interested).
In fact, I have been thinking of doing a review of several amp/headphone combinations in the near future, as things have come along way since the first portable round-up was started. I have gained a lot from head-fi and it has not been that hard on my wallet. I think there is room, and a need for reviews of some of the best values in headphone listening. There are lots of "no money limit" reviews but there are also many people wanting to have a great headphone listening experience without going broke or having to deal with buyer's remorse. I personally have heard components that IMO cost a fair bit less than the FOTM (or the
prettiest gear) and make for an equally pleasurable listening experience. I am hoping a few friends will help me with their gear for this venture so I will be able to cover several combinations over not too long a period. I hope it pans out, as it could be (IMHO) a small contribution to a site that has brought me great gear, informative meets and and lasting friendships.
