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Hey guys, i need a portable DAC to use in my work with my HD 598 for improve the onboard sound.
I'm using Ubuntu 14.04 i need that the device work in Linux.
 
I am looking forward to a AudioQuest DragonFly V1.2, is the best deal? or maybe a HTR Music Streamer or a Meridian Explorer?
Thanks!

 

[billybob_jcv]

Personally, I think using the stick form-factors that plug directly into the port are a pain in the arse. They are always in the way and in danger of snagging on everything. I know there is an extension cable called a "Dragon Tail", but I'm not sure if that is included in the box or something you have to buy separately.

 

[PurpleAngel]

  Hey guys, i need a portable DAC to use in my work with my HD 598 for improve the on-board sound.
I'm using Ubuntu 14.04 i need that the device work in Linux.
 
I am looking forward to a AudioQuest DragonFly V1.2, is the best deal? or maybe a HTR Music Streamer or a Meridian Explorer?
Thanks!

 
By portable, do you mean self-powered or small or just easy to carry around, or other?
 
FiiO E10K ($76) or Schiit Fulla ($79) are both small USB-DAC-amps.
Not sure about Linux support, maybe you need to find a DAC that is made in Finland?
 
Here is a low cost USB DAC ($17.40) that uses the PCM2706 and CS4344 chips, which I would assume would be common enough chips that Linux drivers would be available for it.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/171548879655?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

 

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By portable, do you mean self-powered or small or just easy to carry around, or other?
 
FiiO E10K ($76) or Schiit Fulla ($79) are both small USB-DAC-amps.
Not sure about Linux support, maybe you need to find a DAC that is made in Finland?
 
Here is a low cost USB DAC ($17.40) that uses the PCM2706 and CS4344 chips, which I would assume would be common enough chips that Linux drivers would be available for it.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/171548879655?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

hehe thanks
i meant portable as small, the size like the 3 examples i've posted

 

[PurpleAngel]

  hehe thanks
i meant portable as small, the size like the 3 examples i've posted

 
Maybe this list would help.
http://www.ap-linux.com/documentation/supported-dacs/

 

[RRod]

What onboard chip do you have, and what do you hear that you think you need a new DAC?

 

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  What onboard chip do you have, and what do you hear that you think you need a new DAC?

Now i have a Realtek ALC887 HD audio codec
 
In my house i listen the same headphones with an e-mu 0404 usb and is the night and the day difference... 
I want the best solution in order to improve the listening quality with u$s 150 max

 

[RRod]

  Now i have a Realtek ALC887 HD audio codec
 
In my house i listen the same headphones with an e-mu 0404 usb and is the night and the day difference... 
I want the best solution in order to improve the listening quality with u$s 150 max

 
That has better specs than my ALC892 which works just fine as my DAC. But if you must have an external amp/dac, any of the ones you listed should be fine with the HD598s (which are pretty easy to drive). Are you wanting 24/192 support?

 

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That has better specs than my ALC892 which works just fine as my DAC. But if you must have an external amp/dac, any of the ones you listed should be fine with the HD598s (which are pretty easy to drive). Are you wanting 24/192 support?

Thanks!
With 24/44.1 it's ok, i play only spotify with high quality premium(mp3 320)