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appreciate the feedback. since i have your attention, do you game with your O2/ODAC? if so any thoughts on the ODAC compared to a soundcard (minus losing features like CMSS3D etc.)? i'm looking to ditch my Titanium HD for the ODAC since i don't care for features like CMSS-3D or Crystalizer. the ODAC is relatively cheap and i'm on board with NwAvGuy's philosophy.

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if you really want to blow away your Titanium HD don't buy the ODAC. NwAvGuy's magic lies in the O2 Amp not the ODAC.

I have the eph o2d, and it blows my xonar dx.
I have the eph connected via usb, thus use it separately, uniquely for headphones. Whereas listening with headphones via my xonar, even with eq, sounds terrible.

And yes, the eph is the UK version of the objective.
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is it me or does the headphone's category not have a music section other than the bass/rock/heavy metal one? D: tryin to find a mid range music/game headphone suggestions $50 - 100 range

Bass heavy and affordable:
Sony XB range smile.gif
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I have no doubt it's better. I REALLY don't like sound cards. I just think saving your money so you can buy something even better is the way to go.
    
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I have no doubt it's better. I REALLY don't like sound cards. I just think saving your money so you can buy something even better is the way to go.
I'm confused.
Save your money for what instead then? I mean audio related?
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yes. there are better implementations of ESS chips. i'm using one!
    
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DT770 vs DT990 for pop/dnb/dubstep? Which one to choose? Other options are Technics RP-DH 1200 , KRK KNS 8400, Allen & Heath Xone XD-53. Mostly for music.
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when I think of Electronic music I think of Ultrasone. Denon D600 is another option. I think DIYMicro.com has them for $339.
    
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Originally Posted by bumblebee1980 View Post

if you really want to blow away your Titanium HD don't buy the ODAC. NwAvGuy's magic lies in the O2 Amp not the ODAC.
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Originally Posted by bumblebee1980 View Post

I have no doubt it's better. I REALLY don't like sound cards. I just think saving your money so you can buy something even better is the way to go.

i don't see myself paying over $300 for a 'strictly DAC' device (e.g. HRT Music Streamer II +, etc.). at least not until i get restless again with my setup biggrin.gif
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I have the eph o2d, and it blows my xonar dx.
I have the eph connected via usb, thus use it separately, uniquely for headphones. Whereas listening with headphones via my xonar, even with eq, sounds terrible.
And yes, the eph is the UK version of the objective.

did you compare the EPH-O2D against the Xonar DX + O2 amp (just a change in the DAC)? your experience is interesting, i don't expect to hear a dramatic difference in my case. a subtle difference if any at all.
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Assuming you're not dying for another slot on the mobo and the Creative drivers aren't treating you poorly, I don't see much motivation to get the ODAC, if you say you are on board with that philosophy. If you were to run the Ti HD through NwAvGuy's benchmarking routine, I'm sure it would turn up mostly beyond the "doesn't matter, beyond audibility" threshold lines he has. If that's what you're going for, you're probably already there.
Save up for new headphones or whatever else you want.

appreicate your thoughts mike. i don't need to free up a slot on my mobo and the creative drivers have been fine for me. i'm just restless with my setup and looking for a change. the rationale for the ODAC (beyond believing in the philosophy) is it's a cheep 'upgrade'. figure i can pick up a used ODAC for $100-$120, sell my Ti HD for $75-$90. but if i'm going to hear no difference at all, there's no point. new headphones are en route.
Edited by Porter_ - 11/12/12 at 8:36am
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i don't see myself paying over $300 for a 'strictly DAC' device (e.g. HRT Music Streamer II +, etc.). at least not until i get restless again with my setup biggrin.gif
did you compare the EPH-O2D against the Xonar DX + O2 amp (just a change in the DAC)? your experience is interesting, i don't expect to hear a dramatic difference in my case. a subtle difference if any at all.
appreicate your thoughts mike. i don't need to free up a slot on my mobo and the creative drivers have been fine for me. i'm just restless with my setup and looking for a change. the rationale for the ODAC (beyond believing in the philosophy) is it's a cheep 'upgrade'. figure i can pick up a used ODAC for $100-$120, sell my Ti HD for $75-$90. but if i'm going to hear no difference at all, there's no point. new headphones are en route.

hey man!

Well I did the following:
DX/D1 (I have both on 2 separate PC's) - yes they are the same thing:

1. DX to EPH, via analogue, gave a good sound, but the DX's config made it so that the headphones (D2000's with D5k cup and d7k wire) would not sound great, although acceptable.

2. Direct into the DX - the sound was dry, boring and not exciting (this is with and without EQ'ing of the DX)

3. Direct into the EPH via USB (DAC) - amazing sound quality - new reference sound comparing for me.
To review earphones and headphones, I know plug it into the EPH-O2D, use its DAC functionalities, and create a review.
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anyone oppose the combination of the Samson SR850 to be used with a Behringer UAC202 ? plannin to get the behringer to use with future speakers (M-Audio AV40's)
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appreciate the feedback. since i have your attention, do you game with your O2/ODAC? if so any thoughts on the ODAC compared to a soundcard (minus losing features like CMSS3D etc.)? i'm looking to ditch my Titanium HD for the ODAC since i don't care for features like CMSS-3D or Crystalizer. the ODAC is relatively cheap and i'm on board with NwAvGuy's philosophy.

The ODAC sucks for gaming. Step back from even the Xonar DX without any settings on. I'm not a competitive gamer though, so I have no need for a sound card for gaming.
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