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
Same goes for balanced cables. When would making such a move be "worth" it ?
So for example - most folks start by taking their source (Record player, CD player, Computer) plugged directly into the stereo receiver and then that goes to a decent set of speakers or headphones. The immediate reaction is to upgrade headphones or speakers because those are the most visible in the chain - but more often than not, better sound will be achieved by cleaning up the source material - upgrade your digital files to the best available, get a good DAC and it will do WONDERS for your overall experience.
But in the end - don't listen to anybody. Everyone has advice on audio stuff, but you need to let your ears and wallet do the deciding. This can just, hopefully help you get started.
As for beats - no need to worry about me being disappointed there hahaha . Definitely have lots of research and testing to do, but hopefully one day I can join the squad. haha
I have not had any experience with them, but massdrop regularly posts some highly regarded DAC/Headphone amp combinations. That might be a less expensive way to test stuff out.