kaz
New Head-Fier
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Hi.. I'll try to make this as short and straight to the point as possible
My current setup: PC -> 0404usb via usb -> HD555. Sounds decent in my opinion for entry level however, i'm not too pleased with the bass levels and punch. I don't know if its the HD555, the 0404usb or myself (for wanting more than average bass) to blame. Anyways, couple of years passed with this setup so i'm looking for a good upgrade and here's what i'm considering.
Option A
0404usb dac -> graham slee solo srg2 -> senn HD650
Option B
0404usb dac -> earmax pro -> grado sr325is
Option C
0404usb dac -> graham slee solo srg2 -> grado sr325is (reason being that I believe the graham slee is a more "generic" headamp and will sound good with a wider range of headphones)
Option D
0404usb dac -> higher end grado (like the reference series). This is assuming the 0404 is not to blame for the low bass levels and can easily drive such headphones. If the 0404usb dac is the blame for the low bass levels then i'll eliminate from all the above options and kindly suggest a good dac.
I'm very open to music. I tend to pass through different phases listening to all sorts of genres. My collection includes genres ranging from electronic to rock and the occasional pop and r&b (prodigy, floyd, chemical brothers, booka shade, faithless, u2, depeche mode). I don't particularly listen to classical or orchestra type of music.
Of course, any other option is more than welcome..
Meanwhile i can already thank you guys enough for all the info you made available on this forum