Best Amps for HD800S - 2023 Edition (updated 2025)
A not-exhaustive* guide for helping listeners get the best synergy for the HD800** Note: This will be geared toward the HD800S since the OG HD800 is getting hard to find. HD800 is slightly different...
View ArticleDonald North Audio Supernaut Review and Impressions
OK, I know somebody has this. Cough up the deets. Donald. KT66. Enuff said. View attachment 38344 View attachment 38345
View ArticleSchiit Valhalla 3 Tube Headphone Amplifier Review
Valhalla 3 is out, some initial impressions here. We compare to the TA-66 using HD800, JAR600, and ZMF Caldera headphones. View attachment 42434 This is one is mostly Lindsay's show. I'm really liking...
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Schiit Vali 3
Since there is increasing chatter in the profile posts and @atomicbob's system synergy thread, I think Vali 3 should have a dedicated thread. Pics for clicks TL;DR For high impedance dynamic...
View ArticleSchiit Lyr+ Review (or random thoughts about it)
I had no intention of reviewing the Lyr+ until a few members pointed it out at the Texas Show and I started getting questions on it. This will be going out on the loaner tour. I will take measurements...
View ArticleMassdrop x THX AAA 789
Heard a couple of times, really liked it. Dropping March 1st. Looks like it's the same size as the Cavalli tube amp... new amp stack?... Massdrop x THX AAA 789
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Topping DX3 Pro
My final takes after 17 months of using this product: https://www.superbestaudiofriends.org/index.php?threads/topping-dx3-pro.7498/page-4#post-309031...
View ArticleGustard H10
So, I've seen this thing get waved around on certain forums as the bestest pairing with planars like the HE-560, and possibly every other headphone under the sun. Seems like the soundstage gets...
View ArticleDonald North Audio Stellaris - The Experience
I have this on loan. It's overdue. Just a tease for now. Will write some stuff tomorrow. Yes, it's glorious. View attachment 33138
View ArticleSchiit Ragnarok 2
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View ArticleSchiit Jotunheim 2
ADMIN EDITS: Early impression from @futtbutts: https://www.superbestaudiofriends.org/index.php?threads/schiit-jotunheim-2.10345/#post-330482 Early impression from @purr1n (SE in and SE output)...
View ArticleOh Sh#7! Eddie Current Studio B
I know that I mentioned that Craig will be hanging it up soon, but that he still has a stash of those Studio Junior transformers that he needs to make into something before he rides off in to the...
View ArticleSchiit Amp Compendium - Guide to Schiit Amps (headamps)
Schiit Amp Compendium - Guide to Schiit Amps (headamps) What Schiit Amp Should I Get? How do the Schiit Amps Sound Different From Each Other By request. In as few words as possible. Go to Schiit's...
View ArticleApos Gremlin Impressions
All of my headamps except the PHA-3 and Pietus Maximus (ESS internal) run through my Bifrost 2/64 and PLex server via USB. I have Valhalla2, Vali 3. So my review will be by nature limited in gear like...
View ArticleZMF Aegis Impressions
Intro To my knowledge, the ZMF Aegis is essentially a DIY project that Zach liked enough to produce himself (both legally and ethically, Zach ain't that type of dude). It's quite an interesting thing,...
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