[pdiddypdler]

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How does the PS Vita sound?

Pretty good from the brief time I listened to one.
 
IIRC I think there is a wolfsen dac in them.

 

[swampjam]

 iPod Classic 120GB > Fiio L9 LOD > Fiio E17 Alpen > Sennheiser HD25-1 II
  

 

[Sera Verte]

iPod 5.5g + MTPG. First rig, that was built with sound quality in mind. 
Lovin the yummy, deep bass on the golds, though hoping on some customs one day.
 
Yet one thing bothers me - will the SQ and soundstage improve much, if I throw an amp into the lot? So many people seem to imply around here, that the iPod should be used amped and through the LOD, or better yet - modded. Can anyone recommend an amp for this particular setup? Sparkling up the highs would be sweet. I'm looking at the fiio e17, iBasso D-zero and I may attempt to save up for a Pico Slim / Headstage Arrow, if it will be worth the shot.

 

[AyeCee]

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iPod 5.5g + MTPG. First rig, that was built with sound quality in mind. 
Lovin the yummy, deep bass on the golds, though hoping on some customs one day.
 
Yet one thing bothers me - will the SQ and soundstage improve much, if I throw an amp into the lot? So many people seem to imply around here, that the iPod should be used amped and through the LOD, or better yet - modded. Can anyone recommend an amp for this particular setup? Sparkling up the highs would be sweet. I'm looking at the fiio e17, iBasso D-zero and I may attempt to save up for a Pico Slim / Headstage Arrow, if it will be worth the shot.

Decent setup, good choice of the 5g iPod. With regards to the amp, I personally don't think it is necessary, however it would improve the sound of the MTPG slightly. My suggestion is If you plan on getting high end customs/universals whilst keeping that iPod as source, go for the pico. However if you plan on getting mid-range customs/universals, or if you plan on getting a different DAP in the future, such as a ibasso DX100 or a HiFiMan HM601/801, then the e17 would suffice in the mean time. 
 
This is just my opinion, get some advice from some more experienced head-fier's before you pull the trigger

 

[fleasbaby]

iPod Classic 160GB>FiiO L9>Headstage Arrow 4G 12HE>Blox M2C
 
http://www.head-fi.org/image/id/2954366/width/150/flags/LL
 

 

[calipilot227]

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Yet one thing bothers me - will the SQ and soundstage improve much, if I throw an amp into the lot? So many people seem to imply around here, that the iPod should be used amped and through the LOD, or better yet - modded. Can anyone recommend an amp for this particular setup? Sparkling up the highs would be sweet. I'm looking at the fiio e17, iBasso D-zero and I may attempt to save up for a Pico Slim / Headstage Arrow, if it will be worth the shot.

 
Take a look at the JDS Labs c421, specifically wtih the AD8620 opamps. Cheaper than an Arrow, but supposedly gets fairly close in terms of SQ (from what I've heard, I haven't had a chance to audition an Arrow). It's definitely better than the amp in the E17, though it lacks the built in DAC. For portable use with an iPod, a DAC isn't necessary.

 

[kenman345]

 
Wanted to post a picture of this sexiness right here. I've been loving that Chris_Himself Silver Ray LOD to no end. The carbon fiber sticker is the same as the one cogs posted a link to. I use a Pico Slim as the amp and my Aurisonics AS-2 Prototypes. Should be getting a diyMod soon.
 
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Yes, I put foam under all my speakers for my 5.1 surround sound system. And yes that is a superdrive......I get perfect rips through XLD on it most of the time. Pretty happy about it actually. 

 

[doof-ed]

every time I see this rig it looks better and better. good quality photos!
man I want these bad haha
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 iPod Classic 120GB > Fiio L9 LOD > Fiio E17 Alpen > Sennheiser HD25-1 II
  



 

 

[a_tumiwa]

My "Portable" setup
 
 

 

[Tilpo]

My "Portable" setup

Seems legit.

 

[WayTooCrazy]

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Seems legit.

2 Legit...

 

[MorbidToaster]

 
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2 Legit...

 

[feigeibomber]

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My "Portable" setup
 
 

A bit excessive only to drive earbuds..

 

[rmappita]

My transportable rig:  JH13 PRO + iPod Classic 7G + Cypher Labs AlogoRhythm Solo + Alo RX MK3-B with full Toxic Cables cabling!
 
 

 
 

 
 

 
 
               Rodrigo 

 

[cogsand gears]

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My transportable rig:  JH13 PRO + iPod Classic 7G + Cypher Labs AlogoRhythm Solo + Alo RX MK3-B with full Toxic Cables cabling!
 
 

 
 

 
 

 
 
               Rodrigo 

I bet that sounds amazing! Looks stunning. You sir, are a lucky fellow.