dac & amp combo

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    Best silver/aluminum headphone DAC and amp under $500?

    I'm not sure if this is the best place to ask this, but I appreciate the focus on measurements that this forum has since I have received questionable advice on Head-Fi and Reddit. The options I have been looking at are the Schiit Asgard 3/Modi 3+ or Modius, Topping A50s/D50s, SMSL SU-8/SH-8...
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    Looking for a DAC/AMP combo for max. 350 USD / 300 EUR

    Hello! For years I used a HiFimeDIY USB DAC 2 in combination with my Mac Mini and now I would like to upgrade. My headphones are the "KNS 8400 (36 ohms)" by KRK. I am interested to get better headphones this year (maybe the Hifiman Sundara). I can spend a maximum of 350 USD / 300 EUR. Already...
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    DAC + Amp suggestion for HD800s, LCD-2F?

    Hi all, I’d like to ask for advice on a decent DAC + Amp setup for a new hifi station I am planning on building that is somewhat future proof for the cans I am looking to buy down the line. TL;DR: I have 1000EUR to spend on a DAC and AMP (if combo, it needs preamp out like maybe the RME ADI-2)...
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    Replacement for Ifi Zen DAC? DAC-AMP

    I am looking to replace my ifi zen dac, cause the front balanced port is faulty. Looking for something with an Optical input. Love the features of the Loxije D30, but many people say it's a little bit worse than the Zen. What is better than the Zen but has the functions of that D30 (BT, remote...
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    What audio interface/dac/amp/dac+amp should I get for the beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO 80 ohm

    Hello everyone, I am new to the forum and to the audio world so please forgive me if I say anything wrong! First and foremost, I hope you all are having a good day and well! I purchased the beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO 80 ohm and even though my motherboard can handle up to 120 ohms, I just want to...
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    Element II vs. Modius/Asgard3 stack

    As the title states, I am currently trying to decide between the Element II DAC/AMP Combo vs a Modius/Asgard 3 stack. Currently just have the HD6xx, Sundara, and X2HR. I know that both of these options are overkill for the headphones that I currently own, but I am trying to future proof a little...
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    DAC/AMP for Sennheiser HD 660S

    Hello dear users! I going to buy my very first headphones, and I'd like to buy them once for a while without switching, upgrading etc. I've read some info over the Internet, reviews, feedbacks and decided to buy Sennheiser HD660S headphones. Sadly I haven't store with testing available, so I had...
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    Dac/amp for Audeze LCD2 Classic

    Hello everyone. I'm looking for some help / suggestions from more experienced audio enthusiasts :) My current setup looks like this: Asus Xonar Essenct ST (which plays the role of a dac - yeah I know, it's not perfect) Graham Slee Solo II (without PSU1 power supply) Audeze LCD2 Classic And I'm...
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    Desk setup for 500€

    Hello friends, this is my first post on this site, so please forgive me if I'm missing out on something. I'm aiming to build a setup in Germany for max 500€ (roughly $600), that I can fit on my desk and connect to my PC via USB (any maybe phone via BT). As I prioritize deep and smooth bass...
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    Looking for a budget DAC/AMP (~100€/$)

    As it's my 1st post, I'd like to say hello :cool: Now, the topic - I'm looking at something to replace my PC-audio ALC-1220 soundard (MSI X470 M7) becuase... I'm annyoed by some hissing in my headphones. And somehow I think these should be amped better because when I had Yamaha A520, headphones...
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    Qobuz/Audirvana/ASIO/USB 2.0??

    Hi guys, Just after some advice as the internet is awash with forums saying different things regarding my below query. Most things below have been discussed individually on here but mine is specific to my machine and setup. Hoping someone can advise. I've just bought a Supra 2.0 USB (A-B)...
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    SMSL M400 and SMSL SP200 a good combo?

    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)...
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    Connect XLR(Dynamic) Mic to 3.5 input on a DAC(GSX 1200)

    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...
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    Headphone Amp for a Focal Elear

    Hi guys, I have an Elear by Focal and I want some advises to choose a good amp to power it. (Elear has a 6.35mm Jack and an impedance of 80 Ω) For now I have a Zen Dac by Ifi and I'm thinking to upgrade this to truly give to my headphone what it deserve. I'm certainly going to replace my Zen...
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    The Loxjie D30 DAC look nice

    Click for more info: https://hifi-express.com/collections/loxjie/products/loxjie-d30-ak4493-hi-res-dac-amp
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    Buyers advice

    Hi fellas! i just registered for this cuz im in need for advice. I got a dt1990, and a FIIO e10K (DAC/Amp) and now i wanna upgrade. Budget is about 300$, im not planning to get into balanced headphones in the near future. My current options are: (AMPS) - thx aaa 789 (Combo) - schiit modi /...
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    Best Sounds for $400-$600 budget DAC/AMP

    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...
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    Dac+Amp for HD800S

    Hello good evening, yesterday I ordered a Senheiser HD800s and after all the reviews I had read around here and several videos I had decided on a Topping Dx3 Pro V2 as Amp+Dac to accompany the headphones, but now I am seeing people are commenting 2 things: 1. That the Dx3 is not enough to make...
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    Desktop DAC/Headphone Amp Combo Under $150

    Are there any good recommendations for a DAC/Amp combo for under/around $150. I would prefer in one device, but two devices are also a possibility. Going to be using on a desktop, and will be eventually used with a He4xx. Won't be upgrading past those headphones for a while, so don't need insane...
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    Direct D50s RCA to 3.5mm advisable?

    Some context Headphones: HD6xx and Sundara DAC: Topping D50s Amp: JDS Atom Pre-amp: JDS Subjective 3 (Usually in bypass mode) Genre: Mainly Classical Music Goal: outputting at the most accurate quality. Volume not a limiting factor Hi folks, There is a lot of talk about needing an Amp to get...
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