What would be a good portable Dac/Amp to use with my HD6xx and Sony Xperia 1 V cell phone?
I am new to this hobby. I purchased a HD6XX and plan to use it with my Sony Xperia 1 V cell phone, that has a 3.5mm jack. I was wondering if I needed a portable dac/amp or just a portable amp and if so what would one recommend? Any assistance one could provide, would be greatly appreciated. Kind regards, Haz
Mar 7, 2024
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Avoid using their Level 1 "upgrade", as it utilizes only the analog headphone-out of your device. Whenever possible, connect your source to a DAC/amp using a USB (digital) connection, which will provide the best quality sound.
All the best to you in your headphone adventures. But be careful, the rabbit hole is deep!
i am interested in micro black label but the way you guys ( real fan or paid trooper) advertise in here and headfi are making me worry. sounds like some bs product
If the nano iDSD Black Label's workmanship, usability, and sound are anywhere near as good as the Micro - just with far fewer features and a less power amp section, yes, I would wager that it's the overall best portable USB DAC/amp under $200... and it's probably not even close.
By bs, I agree... best-sounding!