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    Desktop Headphone Amp Recommendations for DT-990 Pros 250 Ohm?

    I will admit that would be a fun project to do in the future, but my motor skills are absolute shit. I drop/break stuff all the time so it is a no-go for the Bottlehead.
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    Desktop Headphone Amp Recommendations for DT-990 Pros 250 Ohm?

    Update: I have the O2 amp running right now, and playing one of the Star Wars soundtracks. The Sibilance/piercing highs are definitely have been reduced. They are mild compared to before with the SB Z alone. I am not sure yet if I will go ahead and purchase a pair of Akg k712s in the future, but...
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    Desktop Headphone Amp Recommendations for DT-990 Pros 250 Ohm?

    I eventually decided to buy the JDS O2 amp just moments ago. I think it is best for me to start off with a neutral amp without any distortion to the sound. Plus, I will not have to worry about ohm output impedance if I decide to buy another pair of headphones. That pair I am interested in is the...
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    Desktop Headphone Amp Recommendations for DT-990 Pros 250 Ohm?

    Well, after looking through the Schitt website, the Vali looks to be another very interesting tube amp. I only wish I could get a black version like the Valhalla. Maybe I should ask them if they would customize a Vali for me?
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    Desktop Headphone Amp Recommendations for DT-990 Pros 250 Ohm?

    That amplifier is intended for use of high ohm impedance headphones according the FAQs on the Schiit website. It recommends with use of the Beyer 600 ohm models; I think I would be an overkill for my headphones with little benefits for the extra cost. According to users of the Schiit Magni, it...
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    Desktop Headphone Amp Recommendations for DT-990 Pros 250 Ohm?

    I checked the Woo website and all their amps are out of my price range. So far, the Little Dot MkII, the O2, and the Fiio E09k look to be solid contenders. I can buy the E09k on Amazon for $110 + free 2 day shipping with Amazon Prime. That might be the "best bang for my buck" so far. Is...
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    Desktop Headphone Amp Recommendations for DT-990 Pros 250 Ohm?

    Well supposedly Tube amps distort the SQ with "warmth", so that could possibly reduce the sibilance of my headphones. If not then I will have to play around with the EQ is sibilance is still an issue. Now the question is whether I would benefit more from a tube amp or an ss amp. The downside...
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    Desktop Headphone Amp Recommendations for DT-990 Pros 250 Ohm?

    I have heard that the DT-990s properly amped would reduce or remove the sibilance. If not, then I would look into an equalizer software. The SBZ has a basic version of it but I am not sure how it compares to other EQ software. I have heard good reviews of both the O2 and the magni. I have...
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    Desktop Headphone Amp Recommendations for DT-990 Pros 250 Ohm?

    I am a newbie when it comes to purchasing headphones and audio gear. To be honest, the DT-990s are the first pair of headphones I have owned after testing them out along with the HD 558s. I have them paired with the SoundBlaster Z, however I have read that a dedicated desktop amp is required for...
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    23-24 IPS Monitor Options For Gaming PC?

    I see. I will not rule out 1200p monitors but the other features such as colors and response/ghost issues will be bigger factors for me at this point.
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    23-24 IPS Monitor Options For Gaming PC?

    I would also look at the other types of monitors besides the IPS monitors to determine if the tradeoffs are worth it for either buying an IPS or other type of monitor. I chose that monitor as an example because it received many recommendations online. I am not set on buying any monitor at the...
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    23-24 IPS Monitor Options For Gaming PC?

    Visiting the local Best Buy sounds like the best idea just to see these monitors in person before making a decision. I am not sure if that LG will be on display but since it is on sale on the BB website it has a good chance. When I am there I might be able to determine if that monitor and the...
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    23-24 IPS Monitor Options For Gaming PC?

    But do you get the black bars or the stretched images on the 1200p monitors? Since I cannot see these monitors in person I have to be cautious in choosing the right monitor if you are wandering why I am so hesitant.
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    23-24 IPS Monitor Options For Gaming PC?

    No my old computer uses an ancient 1440:900 syncmaster 920NW so I am not one of those "idiots" who cranks the brightness in dark rooms. The brightness is much worse under those conditions so I would lower the brightness settings drastically, unless I wanted to torment my eyes... Any monitor I...
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    23-24 IPS Monitor Options For Gaming PC?

    Would a 1080p monitor be better for gaming compared to a 1200p monitor? The FOV would be larger on the 1080p and I thought the image would be slightly stretched on the 1200p monitor. I thought the main benefits of the 1200p would be related to office work, programming, and general web surfing as...
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