Close-back setup

[Ole_S]

I am the kind of person how loves trying and buying new stuff.
Therefore, I think it would be a good idea to by an AMP/DAC for the future. If you understand nu.

 

[Ole_S]

Another option has just appeared.
In Denmark I can buy an almost new Topping DX7 for 335 EUR.

Is that an overkill or a great bargain?

 

[Jimbob54]

Another option has just appeared.
In Denmark I can buy an almost new Topping DX7 for 335 EUR.

Is that an overkill or a great bargain?

Which version of the DX7? How old?

Also, slow down, listen to the kit you have and enjoy something. Buying isnt listening and enjoying music.

 

[Ole_S]

Which version of the DX7? How old?

Also, slow down, listen to the kit you have and enjoy something. Buying isnt listening and enjoying music.

It is not the "+" version.

Topping DX7 Pro DAC and Headphone Amp Reviewed

This is a review and detailed measurements of the new Topping DX7 Pro DAC and headphone amplifier. It was kindly sent to me by the company. The DX7 Pro costs US $599 but they usually go on sale for less on sites such as drop.com. The DX7 Pro has the most refined look of any Topping produce...

www.audiosciencereview.com

But I just want to buy the "right" setup.
And I am not in a hurry.

 

[Jimbob54]

It is not the "+" version.

Topping DX7 Pro DAC and Headphone Amp Reviewed

This is a review and detailed measurements of the new Topping DX7 Pro DAC and headphone amplifier. It was kindly sent to me by the company. The DX7 Pro costs US $599 but they usually go on sale for less on sites such as drop.com. The DX7 Pro has the most refined look of any Topping produce...

www.audiosciencereview.com

But I just want to buy the "right" setup.
And I am not in a hurry.

If I recall correctly that model has relatively high output impedance and could impact how some headphones sound. But you have an e50/L50 stack coming dont you. I would try those with UAPP with EQ on your phone.

 

[Ole_S]

If I recall correctly that model has relatively high output impedance and could impact how some headphones sound. But you have an e50/L50 stack coming dont you. I would try those with UAPP with EQ on your phone.

Yes, but the E50/L50 is overkill. Right?
I am a little surprised that you do not recommend the DX3 Pro+ for my setup.

You might have your reasons.

 

[Jimbob54]

Yes, but the E50/L50 is overkill. Right?
I am a little surprised that you do not recommend the DX3 Pro+ for my setup.

You might have your reasons.

Ummmmm...

AMP + DAC for HifiMan Sundara

I think the built in one is the ToneBoosters one. You have to pay a small amount to use it. I haven't used USBAPP for a while though. EQ = Free Parametric EQ = 39€

audiosciencereview.com

Like I say- slow down a bit

 

[Ole_S]

Ummmmm...

AMP + DAC for HifiMan Sundara

I think the built in one is the ToneBoosters one. You have to pay a small amount to use it. I haven't used USBAPP for a while though. EQ = Free Parametric EQ = 39€

audiosciencereview.com

Like I say- slow down a bit

I am slowing down?
As I said: I am not in a hurry.

But I would the to get best out of my system. Sorry?

 

[Ole_S]

I'll keep E50 + L50 and buy a bluetooth AMP/DAC = QUDELIX 5K

 

[Ole_S]

Ummmmm...

AMP + DAC for HifiMan Sundara

I think the built in one is the ToneBoosters one. You have to pay a small amount to use it. I haven't used USBAPP for a while though. EQ = Free Parametric EQ = 39€

audiosciencereview.com

Like I say- slow down a bit

Any good recommendations for the balanced cable?

 

[Ole_S]

I am curious why choosing K5 over Topping G5?
Topping G5 is more powerful.

And if this device is for both desktop and transportable.

 

[Ole_S]

Qudelix 5K only = 129 € for the total setup is what StaticV3 is trying to tell you.
It will also give you EQ possibities, have enough power and can be used as desktop as well (via USB) and can be used portable.
You will be lacking 2 separate boxes, display, power supplies. Your wallet will thank you.
You may want to buy a balanced cable for the Sundara (Pentaconn 2.5mm TRRS).
The Qudelix will be enough unless you want to remove the fillings from your teeth.

Hi,

I know absolute nothing og Hifi-cables.
Sorry.

Can you please send a link to the cable, you are mentioning?
That would be a great help to me.

Thank you.

 

[solderdude]

Use the headphone with the current cable.
When you need to go any louder then start shopping for a cable with the 2.5mm balanced plug.

 

[solderdude]

Exactly.

But the SOUND is mostly important.
Hopefully we can agree on the part.

Frequency response IS the sound.

 

[staticV3]

Can you please send a link to the cable, you are mentioning?

Here's a 2.5mm Bal cable for the Sundara: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005003375264257.html
There are hundreds more like it on AliExpress.

 

[Ole_S]

Use the headphone with the current cable.
When you need to go any louder then start shopping for a cable with the 2.5mm balanced plug.

You wrote this:

Qudelix 5K only = 129 € for the total setup is what StaticV3 is trying to tell you.
It will also give you EQ possibities, have enough power and can be used as desktop as well (via USB) and can be used portable.
You will be lacking 2 separate boxes, display, power supplies. Your wallet will thank you.
You may want to buy a balanced cable for the Sundara (Pentaconn 2.5mm TRRS).
The Qudelix will be enough unless you want to remove the fillings from your teeth.

 

[Ole_S]

Here's a 2.5mm Bal cable for the Sundara: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005003375264257.html
There are hundreds more like it on AliExpress.

What about this cable?

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005001642424244.html?spm=a2g0o.detail.0.0.1b3c31f9hmaNwg&gps-id=pcDetailTopMoreOtherSeller&scm=1007.33416.274820.0&scm_id=1007.33416.274820.0&scm-url=1007.33416.274820.0&pvid=0d5226aa-37f4-4e94-b7ea-bac092ad2ac8&_t=gps-id:pcDetailTopMoreOtherSeller,scm-url:1007.33416.274820.0,pvid:0d5226aa-37f4-4e94-b7ea-bac092ad2ac8,tpp_buckets:668%232846%238113%231998&pdp_npi=3%40dis%21DKK%21224.88%21112.44%21%21%21%21%21%402101eeda16853854161347787ef876%2112000016947595447%21rec%21DK%21

 

[Ole_S]

It sounds great to me

 

[Ole_S]

Sundara is 3.5 mm???
Not 2.5 mm???

 

[solderdude]

Sundara is 3.5mm TRS where T and S are connected.
The 5k is 2.5mm TRRS

2.5 TO 2x3.5

Try the Sundara on the 3.5 output first. You may not need the balanced output.