[bodosko]

Hi.
 
I got $90 refund from a broken OLED FiiO E7 that I used with my notebook and my iPhone so I was planning to get the upgraded E07K.
But now I dont have an iPhone anymore and will just use the DAC on my notebook with ATH-M50s.
Also found out that there are DACs designed for notebooks with speakers out and mic in. Since my notebook has a crappy mic its a good idea.
 
So what USB DAC/SoundCard (don't know exactly the name) can you recommend me for $90?
I like my FiiO so it has to sound equal or better than E7.
 
Thanks

 

[bodosko]

I found this USB soundcards that apparently meet what I want.
X-Fi HD USB $86 <- Only to have builtin Headphone AMP.
X-Fi Surround 5.1 Pro $59
X-Fi Go! Pro USB $30
Old X-Fi Surround 5.1 USB $92
 
 
Can these cards be compared to FiiO E07K? Forget the portability, I will just use it with my laptop. And mic input is important since my onboard input is crap.

 

[neverdien]

same question as bodosko.
My search bar say that the x-fi is terrible for headphone. Is it true??

 

[Destroysall]

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So what USB DAC/SoundCard (don't know exactly the name) can you recommend me for $90?

The FiiO E10 is an extraordinary device that far surpasses the E7. Plus it is well within your budget. Enjoy! 
 
Destroysall