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Hi, I recently ordered Monolith m1070, only to realize that I'll probably need a new amp to drive them. Everyone always harps on how planar headphones need a lot of juice to power them properly, so I decided to go with the best performer in my price range: Topping L30. My only worry comes from...

i am a bit of a n00b. But i was reading about mismatching amps and headphones. My current setup is: PC source> USB Input DAC (SMSL M400) > balanced out > Balanced in SMSL SP200 > Beyerdynamic 1990 pros Currently i am suffering from tinnitus in my right ear, i heard that potentially i could...

Hello everyone, Firstly i'd like to say i am an avid reader of the forum but in no way an expert, in fact i am probably a n00b. now i've got that out the way here is my questions. Gear: SMSL SP200 (RCA In ) SMSL M400 (RCA out) (Optical in) Audio Engine D1 (superseded) Sebaj PHA-2 (superseded)...

Hi all, I'm thinking of upgrading my desk setup from the portable FiiO Q1 Mk II that I'm currently using the BAL output on with a pair of Sennheiser HD 650 headphones. I listen to music all day while I work on the computer, so I want to make sure that I have the best setup possible. I'm...

Hello! I’m considering to buy both topping e30 and l30 in order to pair them with my beyer dt1770pro. The problem is I want to keep using my speakers, which are connected to an integrated amplifier. I want to use the E30 not only for headphones but also for speakers and I dont know exactly how...

I will be using: Philips Fidelio X2HR headphones I plan on getting: Rega Planar 1 Turntable Rega Fono Mini A2D Mk2 I was planning on getting the Schiit Magni 3 but the UK site doesn't include a power cable (out of stock) and I would have to order off of their site, not to mention from what I...

Hi! I'm thinking of buying a new microphone(Røde Podmic. This one) which has an XLR connection, it's a dynamic mic, I was told this is the mic to go for if there's background noise etc in the room. I'm just going to use it for communication while gaming. Today I have a USB microphone(Thronmax...

I recently watched a video by PS Audio's Paul McGowan where he recommends leaving your (non-tube) amplifier on indefinitely. He argues that the daily on-off cycles degrades the unit over time. Apparently PS Audio has made and maybe still makes, amplifiers with no on/off switch. So my question...

Looking for recommendations on a $400-600 budget on a DAC/AMP combo or separate (but within the budget total). I'm running the HD6XX headphones, XLR. Located in ON, Canada. I've been looking at the Monolith 788 for the past few months now and it has great reviews, and finally is back in stock...

Hello! I read your site for a long time, I decided to register myself and ask a question. I need help choosing an integrated amplifier in the price range up to 2 thousand dollars. The requirements are simple: 100 watts into 8 ohms and low THD. So far I have selected Hegel h120 and Nad c388 for...

For sale is an excellent condition Schiit Magni 3 headphone amplifier, recently upgraded so I do not need it, still a very competent amp. Price is $70 shipped USPS Priority Mail to anywhere in the US, PayPal preferred.

Greetings fine folks. Let's say I got the beyerdynamics DT 990 250 Ohm as a birthday gift. Which is not strictly true, but it matches the situation close enough — I'm not a music / hi-end sound connoisseur, it just so happens that I have those headphones without any relevant knowledge and I...

Hello, I'm looking to buy a new DAC/AMP and a new headphones for gaming(Call of Duty Warzone and so on), music(Spotify and iTunes) and movies(Netflix mainly). I was thinking about getting Creative G6 or Schiit Hel as an AMP(+DAC), and HD 6XX/58X or DT 990 pro (250ohm) as a headphone. I have no...

Hello! Im considering buying Topping NX4 but im not sure of that just because the output power. Im currently using xduoo x3ii which provides 212 mw/32 ohms while Topping provides 293mW a 32 Ohms, and I think it isnt high enough. My headphones are Beyerdynamic dt1770 pro and AKG k712 pro, and I...

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This has been the primary amp in my desktop headphone system for the past year. Probably 200-300 hours on it, tops. In mint condition. Sounds great and packs a punch. Includes stock tubes plus a pair of matched GE JAN 5670W tubes (installed) from Riverstone Audio ($45 dollar value). Includes AC...

Since the L30 is pretty much finalized and we already know how it measures, I guess it is time to start a new hype. The A50S will be middle of the line amp that uses the same ultra-clean technology developed for the A90. It will be above the L30 by featuring a 4.4mm balanced out, but the...

First, here's the equipment I have: DAC = Sennheiser GSX 1200 pro AMP = Monoprice Headphone Desktop Amplifier (https://www.monoprice.eu/collections/receivers/products/monoprice-eu-desktop-headphone-amplifier) Headphones = Beyerdynamic DT 990 250 Ohm I used to have the Beyerdynamic MMX 300...

Hi everyone! I've recently made a new purchase as my entry into the Hi-Fi ecosystem. I'm still awaiting the order to be delivered but am having some concerns about if I've made a huge mistake with the wattage pairing of amplifier and speakers. Some experienced advice would be much appreciated...