dodecahedron
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I'm currently looking for an amplifier and DAC for the hd800s. It is my first experience going from "mid-fi" to the "hi-fi" world and I'm wondering if it is best to spend slightly more of my budget on the amp or the DAC.
Since I need an amp with remote control support (which limits my options), I'm considering the following:
Option 1: SMSL SH-9 and SMSL SU-9
Option 2: Gustard H16 and Schiit Modius
I've read that the hd800s are pretty picky. Will the extra power of the Gustard H16 help keep the bass tighter (especially if I use equalizer settings with high gains for the hd800s, similar to what amirm is suggesting), or will the power from the SMSL SH-9 be more than enough? Will the Schiit Modius' slightly lower specs noticeably affect the sound? Any other suggestions?
Since I need an amp with remote control support (which limits my options), I'm considering the following:
Option 1: SMSL SH-9 and SMSL SU-9
Option 2: Gustard H16 and Schiit Modius
I've read that the hd800s are pretty picky. Will the extra power of the Gustard H16 help keep the bass tighter (especially if I use equalizer settings with high gains for the hd800s, similar to what amirm is suggesting), or will the power from the SMSL SH-9 be more than enough? Will the Schiit Modius' slightly lower specs noticeably affect the sound? Any other suggestions?