Hi all, Are there other truly portable DAC/amps in the, say, $500 - $1,500 price range with a precise volume indication? So far I'm only aware of the Gryphon and XD-05 but since I need none of the functions they offer I'd rather see my money translated in a better sound quality. The main...

I've been reading hundreds of IEM reviews in the past few weeks in the $300-$800 range, and it struck me that 90% of the reviews ends up with similar conclusions: - bass boost - shouty mids - plasticky upper mids - either dark with very little sparkle and air, or very brightly tuned The way...