[Steffen]

so i want a small desktop amp to use with a pc. entry level price.
a quick search shows that a local dealer either have or can order a fiio e09k.
measures 4x6x2"(don't want to go bigger than that, even smaller would be great) and has an output of 900mW/32ohms.
 
what other alternatives are there for under 200$-ish?
a built in dac would be really nice, but not an absolute neccessity.

 

[Darkseth]

What do you want to drive?

 

[MrTechAgent]

Just get a STX from Asus , its the best for the money 

 

[Steffen]

Originally Posted by Darkseth /img/forum/go_quote.gif
 
What do you want to drive?

don't know.
at the time i'm using akg k551, but i have been wanting to try out some k701/702, and beyerdynamic dt770, or maybe some sennheisers, and thehifiman he-300 looks very interesting.
and the list goes on 

 

 

[cel4145]

If you don't need a DAC, the Schiit Magni would be an excellent choice for an external headphone amp

 

[xkonfuzed]

My suggestion would be to get a proper standalone amp, for example Schiit Magni, Vali, or O2. Then get a Hifimediy Sabre USB DAC ($50).