[NotLordAtkin]

So here's the deal. I'm using Samsung Galaxy S2 with my new Beyerdynamic COP headphones. My knowledge of the technology behind headphones is quite limited but from what I've heard, the 16-Ohm drivers on my headphones should be able to work alright with phones and MP3 players without amplification. The COP's, however, are surprisingly quiet for such a large pair of headphones when connected to my phone. Also the sound quality is pretty good but I feel like they can do a lot better.
Connected to a neighbour's iPhone, they seem to have performed a lot better, although I'm not completely certain about this.
 
So my question is, will an affordable external amplifier such as FiiO E11 make a difference? Will it work alright with Samsung Galaxy S2 and Beyerdynamic COPs? Or should I start looking for a new MP3 player?

 

[NotLordAtkin]

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I really need help with this. can anyone explain to me why would the beyers be so quiet with the S2? 

 

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So here's the deal. I'm using Samsung Galaxy S2 with my new Beyerdynamic COP headphones. My knowledge of the technology behind headphones is quite limited but from what I've heard, the 16-Ohm drivers on my headphones should be able to work alright with phones and MP3 players without amplification. The COP's, however, are surprisingly quiet for such a large pair of headphones when connected to my phone. Also the sound quality is pretty good but I feel like they can do a lot better.
Connected to a neighbour's iPhone, they seem to have performed a lot better, although I'm not completely certain about this.
 
So my question is, will an affordable external amplifier such as FiiO E11 make a difference? Will it work alright with Samsung Galaxy S2 and Beyerdynamic COPs? Or should I start looking for a new MP3 player?

I don't really have any experience with the Galaxy S2, but have you checked through all your settings on your phone regarding playback and volume? Although I haven't heard the COP's, I imagine they must be decently driven by your phone. 
 
That being said, using a Fiio E11 won't necessarily be the best choice. You'll be "double-amping" (look it up) through your phone's amp and headphone jack instead of bypassing it with a Line-Out-Dock like an iPod or iPhone would. I hear that Fiio is coming out with an Android phone compatible amp but they haven't announced much about it yet. =/ 
 
However, there are DAC/Amp combos that you can research in the Portable sources forum about Android phones, so those are definitely worth a look. Although, as you'll see many people suggest, a Sansa Clip with Fiio or other amp combo can be a cheap solution if you do go the "new MP3 player" route.
 
As much as people say some phones don't need amping, I always think that amping is a good idea to refine sound and is well worth the extra pocket space it takes up. =]