[Platinum]

Hi everybody,
I'm about to purchase the DT880 600Ω version, and I was wondering what would be a good portable AMP to drive these at normal listening level. Or, is there a portable AMP that can drive these to the full potential?

Please leave your comments and suggestions, thanks

 

[/Fail]

Why? A desktop amp would be far better. You need a desktop amp to drive them to their full potential.

If you're really set on an amp, the a Mini^3 would be the best for the price. If you spend more, you could get a RSA amp. They're expensive, but they are some of the best.

What's your budget?

 

[Platinum]

Quote:

Originally Posted by /Fail Why? A desktop amp would be far better. You need a desktop amp to drive them to their full potential. If you're really set on an amp, the a Mini^3 would be the best for the price. If you spend more, you could get a RSA amp. They're expensive, but they are some of the best. What's your budget?

I appreciate your speedy reply. The Mini^3 you suggested does look very nice.

My budget can go up to $200 if needed. The main reason I need a portable AMP is because I'll be using it in library, study area in school etc.

 

[groundzero9]

You could check out the Pico AE-2 amp. It's a bit above your budget, but from what i've read, it's worth it. However, have you considered looking into different headphones? 600Ω is hard to drive to it's fullest at home, never mind on-the-go.

 

[.Sup]

RSA P-51 or wait for the new Corda dance

 

[Platinum]

Quote:

Originally Posted by groundzero9 You could check out the Pico AE-2 amp. It's a bit above your budget, but from what i've read, it's worth it. However, have you considered looking into different headphones? 600Ω is hard to drive to it's fullest at home, never mind on-the-go.

I will definitely keep an eye on that. Thanks all!

 

[soloz2]

a good desktop amp would be a much better solution... but high gain mini3 should be able to do it, especially if you get one running 18v instead of the standard 9v... battery life won't be good though...

 

[Platinum]

Quote:

Originally Posted by soloz2 a good desktop amp would be a much better solution... but high gain mini3 should be able to do it, especially if you get one running 18v instead of the standard 9v... battery life won't be good though...

Thank you for the opinion on Mini^3. I've changed my target to these, what do you think?

 

[IntelLover]

I think a headsix amp would do. Helps support Head fi too!

 

[Platinum]

Decided with the pico AMP, I'll try to get my hands on the P-51 in the future as an alternative. Thanks again for all the opinions.

 

[LarsMarkelson]

You should be pretty happy with the Pico. RSA amps have a lot of hype but have a lot of criticism from people who have been in the headphile game for a while. Headamp Pico stuff on the other hand is highly praised.