[Justlog]

Hey there everyone!
Right now I'm using the AKG K450's and I'm pretty steisfied with them when using them on my Sansa Clip +, thing is that when I'm connecting them to my computer I'm not getting even near the SQ I get on the Clip +.
So comes the question, Do I need an amp or dac to improve my SQ on my computer?(excuse me for writing this thread so bad, It's just that it's  02:00 AM at Israel atm).
 
Right now I'm using my K450 straight through the computer to the lousy on-board sound card.

 

[cel4145]

Your headphones are rated 32 ohm impedance. The Clip+ is known for having a decent DAC, and the amp works well for lower impedance headphones. If it sounds a lot better than your computer, then yes. A DAC and headphone amp could be in order. You might try something like the FiiO E17.

 

[Justlog]

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Your headphones are rated 32 ohm impedance. The Clip+ is known for having a decent DAC, and the amp works well for lower impedance headphones. If it sounds a lot better than your computer, then yes. A DAC and headphone amp could be in order. You might try something like the FiiO E17.

Thanks!
Do you know any website with a decent price for the FiiO E17?
And BTW, if it's not too much to ask, can you please give me a simple explanation of what impedance actually means?

 

[cel4145]

The regular price for the E17 is the good price. Check Amazon.

Impedance is expressed in ohms which is resistance. Some amps work better with lower impedance headphones; some with higher impedance. Some with both.

 

[Justlog]

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The regular price for the E17 is the good price. Check Amazon.

Impedance is expressed in ohms which is resistance. Some amps work better with lower impedance headphones; some with higher impedance. Some with both.

Gotch, thanks mate!
BTW, Will I be able to use the Brainwavz M4's with it aswell?

 

[cel4145]

Yep. Works well with IEMs. See this review: http://www.head-fi.org/t/587912/fiio-e17-alpen-first-impression-final-thought

 

[cel4145]

Did you end up getting the E17 yet? Turns out there's a rare special on it via Groupon for $109.

 

[Justlog]

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Did you end up getting the E17 yet? Turns out there's a rare special on it via Groupon for $109.

 
I didn't, sadly I can't buy it atm since I don't have the cash for it.
I'll try to see maybe I can gather some cash for it(crossing my fingers)
Edit: I live in Israel so I can't really benfit from this deal anyway..