[fujifjilm]

I would like some suggestions for DAC for IEMs. Have the shures se535 with iPod classic. Wants something portable and limit is $400.

 

[NA Blur]

I am a little confused.  Are you trying to bypass the internal DAC of the iPod with another DAC?
 
Does your iPod sound bad with your IEM?
 
Not enough volume?

 

[fujifjilm]

The iems sounds very good. Looking to improve the sound any way i can. I thinking that the DAC/Amp combo will improve the sound to a higher level. I'm still a noob so any advice is welcome.

 

[PurpleAngel]

  The iems sounds very good. Looking to improve the sound any way I can. I thinking that the DAC/Amp combo will improve the sound to a higher level. I'm still a noob so any advice is welcome.

Maybe you need a DAP (Digital audio Player) that is better then the iPod Classic?
(Not sure which DAPs can work with your Apple music files)
A Fiio X3 or iBasso DX50?

 

[Puieh]

or probably check out TA-01

 

[fujifjilm]

Thanks I will look into those devices and do some more research

 

[Makiah S]

Thanks I will look into those devices and do some more research

 
The iBasso DX50 is getting really nice reviews although the SE 535 is a really neutral and almost bright IEM right? So it might pair better with the darker X3 than the light brighter wider DX50 

 

[fujifjilm]

Thanks, I will look into those two devices

 

[DrSheep]

Try the Sony PHA-1.