I noticed noise when using USB to connect computer to DAC. Noise disappeared when connected using optical. Atom sounds better now.
Noise is not present on the Violectric HPA 200 and the Questyle DAC's built in HPA though. They must have some built in noise filtering the Atom doesn't.
I noticed noise when using USB to connect computer to DAC. Noise disappeared when connected using optical. Atom sounds better now.
Noise is not present on the Violectric HPA 200 and the Questyle DAC's built in HPA though. They must have some built in noise filtering the Atom doesn't.
I'm interested in upgrading my atom amp with a SCHIIT MAGNI HERESY. The only reason I want to do that is on paper (according to ASR measurement), HERESY has 2w output at 33 ohm while atom amp has a 1w output, and HERESY has a metal body instead of plastic one (better electromagnetic shielding perhaps?). Has anyone done a A/B testing on those 2 budget amp for objectivists?
Yes, as stated already, a side grade. However, I have compared these two amplifiers extensively. You may hear improvements with some headphones and degradation in sound with others. I have compared them with many headphones. Which headphones are you going to be using with it?
Yes, as stated already, a side grade. However, I have compared these two amplifiers extensively. You may hear improvements with some headphones and degradation in sound with others. I have compared them with many headphones. Which headphones are you going to be using with it?
With the AKG K712 I preferred the Schiit Magni Heresy slightly over the JDS Labs Atom.
With the Sennheiser HD-6XX preferred the Schiit Magni Heresy slightly over the JDS Labs Atom.
I do not own the Sennheiser HD-800.
So, not entirely a side grade. Yes, you will hear a slight improvement in sound.
With the AKG K712 I preferred the Schiit Magni Heresy slightly over the JDS Labs Atom.
With the Sennheiser HD-6XX preferred the Schiit Magni Heresy slightly over the JDS Labs Atom.
I do not own the Sennheiser HD-800.
So, not entirely a side grade. Yes, you will hear a slight improvement in sound.
You are welcome.
If you want a better value upgrade amp, look for a used Beyerdynamic A20 on eBay for $200. Much better sounding than the Schiit Magni Heresy and definitely an upgrade in sound quality. The sound stage on the Beyerdynamic A20 is wider than any amplifier I own. There is one right now on eBay with $20 shipping with option to offer. Perhaps offer $180? They pop up about once a month.
yes, hd6XX all of those in low gain it works great, the t50 maybe you need high gain, but plenty of power. and great sound. the plastic outside is the only worse thing, that is why it is cheaper, but you even get an aux analog extra input, that is great.
The JDS Labs Atom will drive all of these headphones properly. Now, if you want to squeeze the best sound out of them, you will need to spend $200 to $300. But, if you are at a $100 budget you should be fine with the JDS Labs Atom or a Schiit Magni.
I haven't heard DT990 or the Grados, but among the rest the only one I'd really say needs more juice is the T50RP. I didn't have my MK2 long before sending off to Modhouse, but that probably doesn't drastically alter power handling.
I haven't heard DT990 or the Grados, but among the rest the only one I'd really say needs more juice is the T50RP. I didn't have my MK2 long before sending off to Modhouse, but that probably doesn't drastically alter power handling.
The best $100 amp for the DT990 is the Monoprice Liquid Spark. It tames the highs and gives violins, french horns, and trombone some serious texture on the Beyerdynamic DT family of headphones.
That Fostex T50RP is a fantastic headphone! It sounds better than it's big brother the T60RP.
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Too many people making baby steps with audio upgrades. The JDS Labs Atom is a great amp if you really must stay at $100 budget. The Schiit Magni amps have the most power for the Fostex T50RP at the $100 level. However, if it were me, I would save up $200 to $300 for an amp that will make a much greater upgrade impact. For the Fostex T50RP you could get a SMSL SP200. It drives them notably well with serious impact. However, that pairing does suffer with a slightly narrow sound-stage. But, then again it is an amp that can be found used under $200. If you plan on running other headphones, the SMSL SP200 is not a good choice. For driving a variety of headphones, save up for a better all around headphone that will play with many headphones.
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