I have an SPL Auditor and wanted to use its line out for a pair of powered desktop speakers (Audioengine A2).  I find that if I plug interconnects (or even an adapter) into the Auditor's line out, the volume of the headphones significantly decreases.  Normally, I listen at about 9 o'clock...

First of all, it has been awhile since I have been around Head-Fi and I am really happy that the site seems to be doing so well. Everyone here is so awesome and I would like to thank you all in advance for any recommendations or advice. Now onto my question.   I recently moved into a new...

I'm thinking about upgrading my current computer audio setup (ancient Logitech Z-560). I'm on a budget and I'm looking for something that provides good value. I'm currently thinking of getting a pair of Paradigm Atom and Nuforce Icon uDAC-2 (base, SE, or SGE?). The source will be from either my...

Hello, I have two computer, with one I use the xonar stx, and the other I use the realtek onboad soundcard (each on a separate town). It's a bit frustrating , after being used to the sound of xonar stx to go back to onboard  realtek (I'm shocked each time by the difference). But the xonar...

  I am on a quest to find the *best* set of 2.0 desktop speakers, and only 2.0 speakers. They must be active and self-powered, as subs are big, bulky and often overpowering.   I've been through dozens, and still haven't found the perfect pair.   Readers, I do hope this thread saves...

MicroLab SOLO6C   Yeh you have never heard of microlab but more people should have... got these a few months back and I can whole heartedly reccomend them...they are crazy for the price of £70 over here in the UK, you can connect a 3.5mm or RCA aux in too, they have built in EQ and a...

Hi everyone. I am looking for a set of computer speakers for my macbook pro (Terrible, but it's all I have to work with). I mostly listen to alternative rock and rap/hip hop. I try to get all my audio at 320 or FLAC. I don't have an amp or an upgraded soundcard, but I would be willing to get...

Hi   Was just curious really.  Is there a free easy way of recording internet radio streams on mac osx?  There are a few three hour shows that I quite like at the weekend but very rarely catch the whole thing.  Would like to be able to dump them onto my ipod so I can listen to them whilst at...

Are there any good, affordable computer speakers that are powered and include a decent DAC and a headphone out? My budget for these is $300, but I'm happy to hear about any of these that exist.   thanks.

Trying to bump up the audio from my 2008 iMac.   Here's what I'm looking at, I appreciate any help deciding.   Amp/Dac:   • Fiio E10 USB DAC Headphone Amplifier   • Audioengine D1 24-BIT DAC   • Schiit Magni/Modi   Headphones:   • Sennheiser HD 598's or 558's   Speakers:  ...

Trying to bump up the audio from my 2008 iMac.   Here's what I'm looking at, I appreciate any help deciding.   Amp/Dac:   • Fiio E10 USB DAC Headphone Amplifier   • Audioengine D1 24-BIT DAC   • Schiit Magni/Modi   Headphones:   • Sennheiser HD 598's or 558's   Speakers:  ...

I'm looking for a desktop amp to use with my PC that will allow me to keep headphones plugged in and my Audioengine A2 speakers plugged in that has an output switch to go between the two. The Audioengine D1 would be perfect if it only had an output switch. I don't want to have to unplug the...

I've got some BOSE Accoustimass 10 speakers lying around and no way to connect them to my computer.   Looking for a cheap solution, just a receiver that could output a decent wattage and connect to the computer via a 3.5mm cable.   Thanks.

Hello,   I know this is a noob question, but I have only recently started upgrading to serious audio equipment, one component at a time. I recently purchased a pair of M-Audio BX8 D2 monitors, which are connected directly to my PC with a mini stereo jack to dual XLR cable. I would like to...

So right now I have a set of M-Audio AV 40s. I've had them for a year or two now and have really loved their sound. I'm looking for a new setup with better bass response, but would still like to have a fairly neutral sound. I'm looking to spend approx. 250USD on this setup. I don't really have a...

When I moved offices and could no longer use my Magnepan MMG-W I went looking for an affordable conventional replacement.  I accepted the fact that what I ended up with would likely fall short of the Maggies.  The Audioengine A2 was well admired so I bought a pair.  The sound was good and the...