djdolcevita
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Hi there,
I’m an intermediate musician who primarily mixes on headphones (please spare me the “don’t mix on headphones” lecture).
I recently upgraded to the UAD Apollo Twin X Gen 2, replacing my Babyface Pro FS. However, I’ve noticed that the headphone output on the Apollo is clearly colored and doesn’t provide enough power to properly drive my HIFIMAN XS headphones at the levels I prefer (full volume, no headroom).
Here’s my current setup:
• Main Headphones: HIFIMAN XS (not easy to drive)
• Mids Reference Headphones: Sennheiser HD490 Pro (with mixing pads)
• Lows Reference Headphones: Beyerdynamic DT770 Pro
• Slight EQ correction applied to all headphones, tuned to the Harman Curve + Canopener in mixing chain
• Yamaha HS8 monitors (in a poorly treated room, so they’re rarely used).
What I Need Help With:
I’m looking for a headphone amp that meets the following criteria:
• Neutral sound (no colorization of frequencies)
• Budget: $200–$400 max
• Low distortion
• Enough power for HIFIMAN XS (requires 64mW according to Headphonest.com – see screenshot below)
• Ideally, two headphone outputs to run multiple headphones simultaneously
I was thinking about the Topping L30 mk2, but really have no clue on what‘s considered good in the Amp world.
Additionally, I’d like advice on how to best connect the amp to my Apollo Twin X. I was considering using the optical out, but I’m open to suggestions.
I’m not very experienced in the audiophile world, so I’d really appreciate any recommendations or guidance you can provide!
Thanks in advance!
Cheers J
I’m an intermediate musician who primarily mixes on headphones (please spare me the “don’t mix on headphones” lecture).
I recently upgraded to the UAD Apollo Twin X Gen 2, replacing my Babyface Pro FS. However, I’ve noticed that the headphone output on the Apollo is clearly colored and doesn’t provide enough power to properly drive my HIFIMAN XS headphones at the levels I prefer (full volume, no headroom).
Here’s my current setup:
• Main Headphones: HIFIMAN XS (not easy to drive)
• Mids Reference Headphones: Sennheiser HD490 Pro (with mixing pads)
• Lows Reference Headphones: Beyerdynamic DT770 Pro
• Slight EQ correction applied to all headphones, tuned to the Harman Curve + Canopener in mixing chain
• Yamaha HS8 monitors (in a poorly treated room, so they’re rarely used).
What I Need Help With:
I’m looking for a headphone amp that meets the following criteria:
• Neutral sound (no colorization of frequencies)
• Budget: $200–$400 max
• Low distortion
• Enough power for HIFIMAN XS (requires 64mW according to Headphonest.com – see screenshot below)
• Ideally, two headphone outputs to run multiple headphones simultaneously
I was thinking about the Topping L30 mk2, but really have no clue on what‘s considered good in the Amp world.
Additionally, I’d like advice on how to best connect the amp to my Apollo Twin X. I was considering using the optical out, but I’m open to suggestions.
I’m not very experienced in the audiophile world, so I’d really appreciate any recommendations or guidance you can provide!
Thanks in advance!
Cheers J