[MuppetFace]

Here's another vote for the Meier Concerto.
 
I'm also looking forward to pairing them with the Leben CS-300XS soon. That should be truly magnificent.

 

[sherwino]

Thanks guys but I need a portable amp. I rarely have time to listen at home and the main reason I went to using headphones is for portability. The P51 mustang seems interesting because it is much known for mids as I've read?
 
My current setup Hifiman 602 > Copper IC > RSA Hornet > Ed8
 
Again, very much appreciate suggestions. As for the Concerto amp, how would you guys compare it to the WA6?

 

[dj nellie]

I'm going to have my Ed. 8s re-cabled by Moon Audio with a Protector plug.  It's a bit of a leap of faith, but based on how good the Protector sounds with my D2000s and JH16s (both balanced), I'm pretty confident that it will be a good match.  Of course, you have to be willing to get a re-cable because the Protector isn't a great single-ended amp.
 
Ray has said his best SE portable amp is the SR-71A, I'm not sure how that compares to the Mustang but I'd look into it.  Other highly-regarded portable amps are the Pico Slim, TTVJ Slim, [size=small][size=10pt]iBasso Toucan, and ALO Rx.[/size][/size][size=small][size=10pt] [/size][/size]

 

[MuppetFace]

I agree with DJ Nellie, you might want to check out the SR-71A "Black Bird" from Ray Samuels. Also be aware that in two weeks the SR-71B is coming out, so if the idea of having a fully balanced portable amp is remotely appealing I'd look into it. Both the SR-71A and the SR-71B have high and low impedance switches, so that will make them more versatile. The trade-off is that both are a bit larger than some of the other portables mentioned.
 
The HeadAmp Pico line is highly regarded, and with good reason. Justin's work is top notch. The Slim version is rated more for IEMs and low impedance headphones, whereas the regular sized Pico will be more versatile at the expense of added size. The TTVJ Slim looks really nice too, with a stepped attenuator and selectable gain switch, which is rare for a "slim" amp.
 
There's also the i-Qube to add to the list.
 
Of course, I haven't heard the Edition 8 with any of these, so I can't be much of a help beyond general suggestions. I'd look for some Edition 8 owners who actually use theirs as portables, or perhaps audition a few and return / sell what you don't like. There's always a market for these little amps...
 
EDIT: I'd ask in the portable amp section of the forum for a wider array of suggestions.

 

[dallan]

i use the regular Pico amp with my Ed8 and it is great.  I have a Hornet M and it doesn't even compare.  I would go Pico myself, much more transparent.  My two cents.

 

[MuppetFace]

 
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 I would go Pico myself, much more transparent.  My two cents.

There seems to be much agreement that Justin at HeadAmp makes some of the most transparent amps out there. Ray Samuels tends to be described more as smoother and "tube-like" from the impressions I've seen.

 

[dallan]

Yes my Hornet is bassier than the Pico, i guess more tubey sounding.

 

[dallan]

Well I have to say, I have been on my first vacation in years and it is funny how much i miss my ED8 LE.  Here i am living with a good set up my JH13 and my ESW9's and i cant complain, i didn't want to bring the ED8's to a foreign country for obvious reasons, but now and then i think i should have.  
 
Guess it's worth it even though I miss them.........

 

[jamato8]

Yes being in he tropics can be difficult. I brought all of my phones though. :^)  Double click for larger image. 
 

 

[dallan]

Yes but lucky you live there

 

[sherwino]

Ok great help guys! Indeed, the SR71B is something I have been following but the Pico is something of a revelation today. Thanks dallan! As of the moment, I really will be sticking to SE only. The only thing that is worrying me now will be the asking price on the SR71B. Also I really am waiting to audition Meier Stepdance. Heard it really sounds awesome as well!

 

[CodeScripted]

Owned all three versions of ED8 (Ruthenium, Palladium, and Limited)...... Just shows how much I love ED8.
 
But sadly have to sell them......... If anyone is interested in buying Ultrasone ED8 LIMITED Edition, then I have listed mine in For Sale section. Priced for immediate sale (Only reason for sale is because I just paid for HE90, and I need to clear up some funds). For Sale link is in my Signature.
 
 
I will certainly buy the ED8 LE again when funds are stable, but I didn't want to lose the opportunity to get my hands on HE90. My Headamp Aristaeus has been waiting for a long time for getting a HE90 pluged in.

 

[oqvist]

Quote:

Owned all three versions of ED8 (Ruthenium, Palladium, and Limited)...... Just shows how much I love ED8.
 
But sadly have to sell them......... If anyone is interested in buying Ultrasone ED8 LIMITED Edition, then I have listed mine in For Sale section. Priced for immediate sale (Only reason for sale is because I just paid for HE90, and I need to clear up some funds). For Sale link is in my Signature.
 
 
I will certainly buy the ED8 LE again when funds are stable, but I didn't want to lose the opportunity to get my hands on HE90. My Headamp Aristaeus has been waiting for a long time for getting a HE90 pluged in.

that´s hardcore

 

[MuppetFace]

 
Quote:

I will certainly buy the ED8 LE again when funds are stable, but I didn't want to lose the opportunity to get my hands on HE90. My Headamp Aristaeus has been waiting for a long time for getting a HE90 pluged in.

Out of curiosity, was this the mint HE90 that was for sale on the Headphile page?

 

[Rasmutte]

A small bump.
How many Limited Edition are left in stock?