How does this compare to the Schiit magni (amp) or the Schiit modi (DAC)
193619
Sorry my friend. I didn't make any comparisons. I just took a leap and am happy with the purchase.
193620
Not sure about the DACs on those amps, but this one has a Wolfson like my i9000 and like the Cowon mp3 players which are known for awesome sound, again thake in to account that all of this are for portable audio. As for me I bought the Fiio for my Nexus 7 to get the USB audio and is awesome.
193621
Can't answer that for you, Alex. My previous headphone amp was an inexpensive (unsophisticated) analog, the "Boostaroo".
193622
The E07's main advantage is its portability and its price: you are getting both an amp and a DAC for under a hundred bucks; you'd have to buy both the Magni and the Modi to get that functionality (two hundred bucks) minus the portability, but for truly high-end high-impedance headphones (something with 300-600 ohm impedance) I'm sure the Schiit would provide far more power and sound quality. This Fiio is designed for 100 ohms and under headphones, plus Fiio's general design philosophy seems to be aimed at creating the most widely pleasing sound rather than shooting for the most absolutely neutral, flat, and accurate sound signature that true audiophile gear attempts to provide. The E07's main advantage is its portability and its price: you are getting both an amp and a DAC for under a hundred bucks; you'd have to buy both the Magni and the Modi to get that functionality (two hundred bucks) minus the portability, but for truly high-end high-impedance headphones (something with 300-600 ohm impedance) I'm sure the Schiit would provide far more power and sound quality. This Fiio is designed for 100 ohms and under headphones, plus Fiio's general design philosophy seems to be aimed at creating the most widely pleasing sound rather than shooting for the most absolutely... » Read More The E07's main advantage is its portability and its price: you are getting both an amp and a DAC for under a hundred bucks; you'd have to buy both the Magni and the Modi to get that functionality (two hundred bucks) minus the portability, but for truly high-end high-impedance headphones (something with 300-600 ohm impedance) I'm sure the Schiit would provide far more power and sound quality. This Fiio is designed for 100 ohms and under headphones, plus Fiio's general design philosophy seems to be aimed at creating the most widely pleasing sound rather than shooting for the most absolutely neutral, flat, and accurate sound signature that true audiophile gear attempts to provide. « Show Less
193623
A quick look leads me to believe that each device only has one function, dac or amp. The FiiO has both dac/amp functions.
193624
The E07's main advantage is its portability and its price: you are getting both an amp and a DAC for under a hundred bucks; you'd have to buy both the Magni and the Modi to get that functionality (two hundred bucks) minus the portability, but for truly high-end high-impedance headphones (something with 300-600 ohm impedance) I'm sure the Schiit would provide far more power and sound quality. This Fiio is designed for 100 ohms and under headphones, plus Fiio's general design philosophy seems to be aimed at creating the most widely pleasing sound rather than shooting for the most absolutely neutral, flat, and accurate sound signature that true audiophile gear attempts to provide.
78100
The file format isn't really important to this amp, it's more of a novelty to add that special "tube" flavor to the sound. If you are interested in high fidelity of sound and a neutral "reference", the DAC will be your best bet for when you have HQ lossless audio. This tube amp is what you want when you want to change the sound profile FURTHER from the original. Hope this helps.
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I agree, the P7 sound pretty good without an amplifier. However, I found they do scale up nicely when I use it with my desk bound DAC and headphone amplifier. I have used it with my portable Headroom Headphone Total BitHead amplifier on my Macbook Pro and iPad Air, and found that there was an improvement. However, for mobile/daily use the beauty of the P7 is that it works just great from my iPad Air and iPhone. It actually surprised me how good it sounds sans amplifier, and how even better it sounds with $3,000 worth desktop amplification. When traveling I always bring the P7s with me even though they take up more space than even quality in-ears. I like them that much. I do not know from experience if the FiiO make the P7s sound better, but as I've said amplification to scale up the sound for me. But by no means do I feel them wanting just plugged into my iPhone, iPad Air or Macbook Pro.
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Not sure about ASIO, I didn't get the USB, I'm using S/PDIF from my computer. I did go from a high end sound card (DAL CardDeluxe)'s analog outputs. The Biforst is definitely cleaner and quieter. I feel like bass has a bit more weight. My sound card isn't as new as the Asus but has very good S/N ratios etc. even on the analog outputs. I suspect though an external device sounds cleaner being outside of the electrically noisy computer case. The effect isn't night and day but it was noticeable. I didn't do ABX testing so you'll have to take my subjective review for what it is worth.
171050
It is plentiful , tight , controlled , not better than my big desk top amps but really good in general. I recommend this DAC amp greatly
1789097
I use the 250 ohm and it works fine with my macbook and pc even without an amp. I do have a fiio e10 but the loudness is acceptable even without an amp. Hope this helps.
2193944
These are actually 300 ohm cans...and a separate DAC or DAC/amp will make a significant difference as the DAC on your computer is not the greatest. I have the latest MacBook Air and I also have a very expensive CD player. There was an immediate improvement when using my DAC/amp with the HD600. I don't have Schiit, but it would be the same effect
1932287
AUX input would be fine, but the best sound quality would come from a DAC. Take a look at some of the cheaper Schiit stuff.
264996
V Moda Vamp has considerably improved sound quality on my VModa and Sennheiser Momentum headphones. I haven't tried a lower priced amp so can't offer a comparison.
1353202
I've read some great reviews on-line about the Peachtree Audio Nova125 integrated amp. It's in the same price range as the LS50s and includes an integrated high-end DAC, and the output sage is tube-based. If I were starting from scratch, that's probably what I would buy. Because my Naim integrated amp is still functional, I chose not to replace it just yet. It doesn't use vacuum tubes, but Naim is known for coaxing exceptionally detailed, warm, natural sound from solid state components. My only source is an OPPO BDP-105, which has one of the best optical drives coupled with a high-end DAC, and it's a superb streaming device too. Hope that helps.
939314
My two cents..I'm not sure how good the internal DAC/AMP in the Macbook is, but as for my HP DM4, I found the FiiO E7 to be of lesser quality than the sound card I already had in this laptop.
1191715
the modi is great with it, but any dac will do. if you have rca out jacks on your computer sound card, you can just run rca from the computer to the vali and be done with it. but an external dac should improve the sound by eliminating noise/hiss from the pc. but if you have the rca outs on the pc try that first and see how it sounds. if you like it, skip the amp. if you don't have rca outs then I'd get a dac.
388162
I have the PF60 and just ordered a second one. The reason I ordered the second one because 2 ch music sound clean and clear. My wife can tell the different but she likes the sound w/o the pf60 :). The PF60 has 2 dedicated high current output for amp and receiver.
918416
It works just as good nothing special. I use my headset with no problem. I'd also invest in a different DAC this one simply doesn't have many benefits.
275210
Honestly, I can not compare as I have not tried the other. Obviously, it has lots more power. As a previous audiophile, I can tell you that although "sound bars" are convenient they do not compare with real amplifiers and reals speakers. I can tell you I am happy with the sound, and the digital input works well with my 60 inch 1080p 3D TV. My only complaint is when you use digital input you have to use the rinky dink remote that came with the sound bar to control the volume. My advise is don't skimp on sound it is just as important as the picture when it comes to watching movies. Honestly, I can not compare as I have not tried the other. Obviously, it has lots more power. As a previous audiophile, I can tell you that although "sound bars" are convenient they do not compare with real amplifiers and reals speakers. I can tell you I am happy with the sound, and the digital input works well with my 60 inch 1080p 3D TV. My only complaint is when you use digital input you have to use the rinky dink remote that came with the sound bar to control the volume. My advise is don't skimp on sound it is just as important as the picture when it comes to watching movies.
1101585
No, its more like comparing a bottom of the line Honda Civic DE vs a Honda Accord V6 EX-L. The both do the job well, one is just a little more high end. There are tons of reviews online of people preferring the magni to high end amps, and there are those who hate it, and some who cannot tell the difference between most amps. Every ear and person are different. Try to find a store that demos them before you buy.
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These are the specs direct from their website. From my own personal experience, my laptop does just fine. I have not amped them personally, but I have read (online) that they do improve with amping. Also driving them from my iTouch is good. Just switch off the EQ and they sound great.Type: Dynamic, semi-openDriver: ¨ª50 mm, neodymiumSensitivity: 98 dB SPL (1 mW)Frequency Response: 10-30,000 HzMax. Input Power: 300 mWRated Impedance: 56 ¥Ø (Copper-coated aluminum wire)