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RE: DAC / external soundcard under 100$

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In Reply to: RE: DAC / external soundcard under 100$ posted by Presto on May 01, 2008 at 14:41:09

Hi Presto, thanks for the reply.
A man has to set his limits, and 100$ is currently mine. Since I'm importing from the U.S., by the time the item gets here it'll be about 30%-40% pricier, and even that's cheaper than buying locally.
By looking for good quality, I do mean in the expense limit. I prefer better quality, than, for example, digital output or 7.1 surround support.

I've read that the HD280 Pro are quite easy to drive, even directly from a laptop output. I'm not sure I will be requiring an amp in addition. Obviously, if I will than perhaps it is a good idea to invest in a more expensive interface which includes one (and I still don't mean a 200$+ one :-P . Rather, the Maya or something of the like - Bithead, etc). Also, read nice things about a certain version of the CMoy, but not sure.

After comparing between the HD280 Pro and the Grado SR60 I've decided I'm better off with a closed headphones. Am quite sensitive to environmental noise, and it seems like a good solution. Of these the HD280 Pro got extremely positive reviews. Thanks again for your reply.

Follow Ups:

RE: DAC / external soundcard under 100$ - Presto 12:57:01 05/02/08 (3)
- RE: DAC / external soundcard under 100$ - Docom 05:10:22 05/04/08 (2)
  - RE: DAC / external soundcard under 100$ - Tony Lauck 08:32:33 05/04/08 (1)
    - Thanks to all of the repliers! - Docom 05:52:15 05/05/08 (0)

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