[ZzBOG]

Hi, I am thinking of getting new IEMs and SM64 seem like an interesting choice. However I read everywhere that they do need an amp. I have Sony PHA-1 and never use it because it's really too big for portable use. 
 
Is there any amp (or DAC+amp) that is
 
1) Really small (ideally would be if it would be like an oversized remote control or could just sit on top of the phone). 
 
2) Works with iPhone (either lightning port or headphone jack).

 

[Floss99]

The JDS labs C5D is excellent for iem's as it has a very low output impedence, its also surprising small. Another popular option would be the audioquest dragonfly black/red

 

[voxie]

Hi, have the Fiio Killmanjaro 2 and it powers up most hard to drive headphones via my phone. Built like a tank and overall a good bang for your buck!

 

[mutaji]

fiio k1

 

[Audio Addict]

  Hi, I am thinking of getting new IEMs and SM64 seem like an interesting choice. However I read everywhere that they do need an amp. I have Sony PHA-1 and never use it because it's really too big for portable use. 
 
Is there any amp (or DAC+amp) that is
 
1) Really small (ideally would be if it would be like an oversized remote control or could just sit on top of the phone). 
 
2) Works with iPhone (either lightning port or headphone jack).

 
I would suggest considering a RSA Shadow.
 
  

 

[ProtegeManiac]

  Hi, I am thinking of getting new IEMs and SM64 seem like an interesting choice. However I read everywhere that they do need an amp. I have Sony PHA-1 and never use it because it's really too big for portable use. 
 
Is there any amp (or DAC+amp) that is
 
1) Really small (ideally would be if it would be like an oversized remote control or could just sit on top of the phone). 
 
2) Works with iPhone (either lightning port or headphone jack).

 
This one.
https://scontent.fmnl3-2.fna.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/14324547_1196789763711888_1159387505876167136_o.jpg
https://scontent.fmnl3-2.fna.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/14231865_1196789847045213_4044218288020515860_o.jpg
https://scontent.fmnl3-2.fna.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/14241426_1196789883711876_6783966843536090736_o.jpg
https://scontent.fmnl3-2.fna.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/14311278_1196789943711870_6215476461487096929_o.jpg
 
Or this BT adapter for some IEMs. They might come out with one that terminates into other IEM pins.
https://scontent.fmnl3-2.fna.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/14311290_1196790150378516_6178504832240428251_o.jpg

 

[ZzBOG]

Can't find it on FIIO page, what is it??

   
This one.
https://scontent.fmnl3-2.fna.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/14324547_1196789763711888_1159387505876167136_o.jpg
https://scontent.fmnl3-2.fna.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/14231865_1196789847045213_4044218288020515860_o.jpg
https://scontent.fmnl3-2.fna.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/14241426_1196789883711876_6783966843536090736_o.jpg
https://scontent.fmnl3-2.fna.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/14311278_1196789943711870_6215476461487096929_o.jpg
 
Or this BT adapter for some IEMs. They might come out with one that terminates into other IEM pins.
https://scontent.fmnl3-2.fna.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/14311290_1196790150378516_6178504832240428251_o.jpg

 

[ZzBOG]

  The JDS labs C5D is excellent for iem's as it has a very low output impedence, its also surprising small. Another popular option would be the audioquest dragonfly black/red

 
Dragonfly seemed like the most likely choice tbh until i saw those FIIO remote-control-looking amps. I am sure C5D is a great device, but all these amp/dacs of conventional form factor just don't work for me - I try to have as little stuff as possible in my pockets and avoid carrying bags whenever possible.

 

[ProtegeManiac]

  Can't find it on FIIO page, what is it??

 
Will be released in November. Just found the photos on my stream, posted by their Facebook page.

 

[kasperkwan]

+1 RSA Shadow

 

[Dismarum]

I have the FiiO A1 and the portability is insane.  I don't really often require an amp since my phone is a V10, but when I do, the portability is a main factor.  It's a cheap and well built little thing that won't break the bank, but a good intro level to see where one might want to go from there.