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My mobo has 7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek ALC1150 Audio Codec), the onboard dac provides up to 24 bit/192k audio playback and/or recording(?). If this is the case, would my desktop still somehow benefit from a budget external dac? Would it provide for less "jittery" sound?
What dac/amp combo, or just amp (or even headphone amp) might you recommend for around maybe up to $150ish?
Currently choosing between Senn hd600, Beyer T-90(chrome edition, because the newer edition is more expensive and I cant for the life of me figure out why), used Denon ah-d2000, or, possibly, a lower tier beyer, eg 770/880 or even 990. The denon, discontinued, is ironically the most expensive on the list (despite having to choose a used model) is a 45ohm pair of cans with a unique sound that I'd love to try. Though another reason I'd love to consider it is because it seems like an ideal choice for comfort, especially for someone with a somewhat large cranium and big ears to go along with it. The t90 chrome is available for as little as $250 sometimes, though the thing about all (affordable) beyer cans I intensely dislike is their non-detachable, single wire connection. Not that senn is any better with their proprietary connections, though at least both cups are wired.
Any help or suggestions would be much appreciated. If you believe there's a better way to go (lower priced fostex, for expl, or w.e) I'm all ears. =)
What dac/amp combo, or just amp (or even headphone amp) might you recommend for around maybe up to $150ish?
Currently choosing between Senn hd600, Beyer T-90(chrome edition, because the newer edition is more expensive and I cant for the life of me figure out why), used Denon ah-d2000, or, possibly, a lower tier beyer, eg 770/880 or even 990. The denon, discontinued, is ironically the most expensive on the list (despite having to choose a used model) is a 45ohm pair of cans with a unique sound that I'd love to try. Though another reason I'd love to consider it is because it seems like an ideal choice for comfort, especially for someone with a somewhat large cranium and big ears to go along with it. The t90 chrome is available for as little as $250 sometimes, though the thing about all (affordable) beyer cans I intensely dislike is their non-detachable, single wire connection. Not that senn is any better with their proprietary connections, though at least both cups are wired.
Any help or suggestions would be much appreciated. If you believe there's a better way to go (lower priced fostex, for expl, or w.e) I'm all ears. =)
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