What is a Headphone Amp and HOW to pick the BEST one!

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    Let’s first start with what is a headphone amp:
    A headphone amp is a relatively low-powered amplifier that raises the low-voltage audio signal from a source such as a smartphone, rack component or your computer to a sufficient level to power the speakers inside of your headphones, much like a pair of bookshelf or tower speakers. Headphone amps can dramatically improve the performance and sound of your headphones as well, but we’ll get to how in just a moment.
    Why you would need a headphone amp:
    Your current setup doesn’t have a built-in headphone jack.
    You have a set of higher impedance headphones and your existing audio system cannot play them loud enough.
    You want to use your headphones in another room or on the go
    Finally, you want to improve the audio performance of your headphones
    Headphone amps can vary in size from a full-scale home audio component to a tiny piece that you can fold into the palm of your hand. Some are battery powered, while others need to be connected to AC power. You’ll also find a variety of different types of signals and inputs supported. We will break these down to help you decide the category that is right for your needs.
    Analog Only
    Computer Audio Only
    Many people love to listen to headphones on their computer but let's face it, the headphone jack on your laptop or desktop lacks quality.
    The good news, the right type of headphone amps will allow you to connect a USB cable from your computer to the amp. You’ll also benefit from the amp’s built-in DAC’s which are far better than the ones on your computer.
    There are two types of computer audio headphone amps.
    The first type will simply have a USB connector on it that plugs right into the USB jack on your computer. The other will be more of a component type where you will need to use a USB cable and will normally have its own volume control and full-sized headphone jack on the front.
    Multiple Audio Inputs
    This is the most common type of headphone amp. These will have some combination of USB audio input for a computer or smartphone, analog audio in, and/or digital audio in. Some home models will sometimes have more than one digital and analog input.
    Multiple Audio Input headphone amps are either battery-powered or portable. In addition to a great headphone amp section, these amps will have audio outputs capable of driving a power amp or feeding a pair of powered speakers.
    Last, but certainly not least - streaming capabilities
    A select few headphone amps give you the option of adding network streaming. This allows you to pull audio files off your network without being physically attached to your computer, and also to stream from your smartphone.
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  • @AzuriteGaming
    @AzuriteGaming 3 роки тому +19

    Excellent video, explained everything I needed to know, thank you!

  • @DeathDrager
    @DeathDrager 4 роки тому +277

    I have more questions now.

    • @bas182341
      @bas182341 3 роки тому +8

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  • @angelo5902
    @angelo5902 4 роки тому +178

    Instructions unclear; I have a 2.5 mm plugged into my ear drum

  • @TheFartsandCrapsShow
    @TheFartsandCrapsShow 4 роки тому +26

    This video sounded so beautiful, i had to sub. Great work!

  • @blizzardgam3s206
    @blizzardgam3s206 10 місяців тому

    i like they way you spoke and the way the camera focuses on your speaking. this was helpful indeed.

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  10 місяців тому

      Glad you liked it! Thanks

  • @juanargueta5988
    @juanargueta5988 4 роки тому +5

    Damn exactly my setup the stellia and Klipsch heritage amp I've never seen anyone else with this combo

  • @tonyt7372
    @tonyt7372 3 роки тому +1

    Well explained! Many thanks.

  • @calj4377
    @calj4377 4 роки тому +5

    I have the PS AUDIO Stellar DAC and the Focal clear.
    Which is the best Headphone amp between the Questyle CMA Twelve Master and the Cayin HA-6A?
    Thks,
    Pascal

  • @bobbyross7700
    @bobbyross7700 Місяць тому

    Thank you! Awesome vid!

  • @XionSteel
    @XionSteel 3 роки тому +1

    clear as mud, but at the very least i got the: "look for one with the inputs you are looking to use" and "you get what you pay for, if you want quality then look for something with a higher class of conponenets."

  • @accentontheoff
    @accentontheoff 3 роки тому +2

    Do I connect my headphone amp directly to my Focusrite or to my computer if I want to monitor my recordings and mixing. And if the Focusrite what is better - the headphone jack or the line outs.

  • @myplaguesify
    @myplaguesify 4 роки тому +4

    can i use headphone amp to connect to an amplifier's rca in?

  • @tribbybueno
    @tribbybueno 3 роки тому +6

    scenario #2 means not that your headphones aren't getting loud enough but that the signal isn't high enough to give you the full picture of the sound. weird phrasing might make that confusing

    • @turonov
      @turonov 2 роки тому

      Factual, the lower power may not be strong enough to actually provide that structure for the whole "bandwidth" the headphone does

  • @dennisalvin7307
    @dennisalvin7307 4 роки тому

    awesome video! what headphone do u suggest for Jazz? i listen to a lot of Miles Davis, Bill Evans, Keith Jarrett, Oscar Peterson, Chick Corea, Dave Brubeck, John Coltrane, McCoy Tyner, Ahmad Jamal, Michel Petrucciani, Bud Powell... thank u !

  • @kobitsakis
    @kobitsakis 3 роки тому

    Hello and greetings from greece, I have the old Mdr1000x by sony and i wanted to pair them with an amp. I just dont know who is the best.. any recommendations ?

  • @nousavonsable
    @nousavonsable 4 роки тому

    Hi thanks for this video! I'm looking for the Sony Pha-3 for my yamaha hph200 and something in this amp-dac is not very clear for me. Since is portable apparently this not going to work if this is charging, then if this is the case this is not going to work as a part of an audio set as an other audio component. Iwhat do you think? thanks.

  • @bluelines1792
    @bluelines1792 4 роки тому +1

    You might like the multi-bit DAC in a headphone amp.

  • @Tar_wow
    @Tar_wow 3 роки тому +1

    Is it worth it for me? I would like it to increase sound quality and be able to raise the volume... Home use only for my desktop for music and video games.
    Any suggestions?
    Headphones: Hifiman HE400i

  • @CP-wt3ws
    @CP-wt3ws 4 роки тому

    Hello need advice : I have a Samsung tablet model SM-T580 that I connect thru Bluetooth to a JBL PartyBox 300 speaker. I am under the impression that if use a Bluetooth headphone pre-amp or amp that I will be able to get a cleaner and louder sound. Please advise. Thank you very much in advance for any suggestions/help or information.

  • @adamulc
    @adamulc 3 роки тому +1

    So can I use my audio interface I use for my speaker monitors?

  • @georgedirects4656
    @georgedirects4656 4 роки тому

    My situation is, I've got the LP120 going into active speakers, through RCA cables. The speakers have a line socket, which I've been, stupidly, plugging my headphones into thinking it was a headphone jack. I never got any sound from it. Any help?? Do I need a headphone amp? If I do, will I need new cables to go from my turntable? Or could the headphone amp go into the speakers and work that way?

  • @lagsrus3635
    @lagsrus3635 4 роки тому

    I recently purchased the AKG K7XX, and I'm not sure what amp I should buy to help it perform

  • @lvcifxr
    @lvcifxr 4 роки тому +1

    I want to buy a sennheiser headset and im thinking of buying a headphone amp for it, specifically for a computer. Any recommendations? I'm looking for quality and loudness

  • @monog870
    @monog870 3 роки тому

    What's a good amp for audio technica m50? Is there one that's both blue tooth and wired between phone and car aux?

  • @marshallsanders4132
    @marshallsanders4132 3 роки тому

    Instant sub

  • @AlexDainese
    @AlexDainese 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the video.
    What would you recommend for Grado GS3000e?

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  4 роки тому +2

      Alex, It depends on use. Some travel or office use would be different than a dedicated listening station. Contact us at audioadvice.com and we can get some details from you to help you with the recommendations.

  • @joseedgargomez885
    @joseedgargomez885 4 роки тому +1

    I am planning to hook up my iem wired headphones can that be done?

  • @Shadekeeper17
    @Shadekeeper17 3 роки тому

    I want to buy 250ohm DT770 and headphone amp to connect to my audio interface. What amp should I buy and how can I use it with my Steinberg UR22 mkii for mixing. Thanks.

  • @MarcosRecs
    @MarcosRecs 5 років тому +1

    Good video

  • @ELECTRODOCTORS
    @ELECTRODOCTORS 4 роки тому +23

    Recommendations for Beyerdynamic DT 990 pro 250 Ohm headphones?

  • @jasond2903
    @jasond2903 4 роки тому

    @audioadvise what would u suggest for a Uturn turntable to Headphones?

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  4 роки тому +1

      Cruizin, Give us a call or chat in at Audioadvice.com. We can discuss what kind of listening you will be doing and make some suggestions on a headphone amplifier to go along with the rest of the setup.

  • @bewater2072
    @bewater2072 4 роки тому +2

    Audio Advice! I have Beyerdynamic DT770 pro 250 Ohm headphones for music production. Which DAC+Amp is better(models) for use [Laptop - Dac/Amp - Headphones] and for posibility to plug in the DAC a Microphone with 6.35mm jack. To use Dac instead of Studio monitors for now. Thanks!

    • @lukaspikjeff
      @lukaspikjeff 4 роки тому

      What kind of audio amplifier do you use?

  • @brittjohnson7135
    @brittjohnson7135 Рік тому

    Great video!. Do you have a amp recommendation for a Rosson Rad-0 headphones connected to a computer?

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  Рік тому

      Thank you. Please reach out to our team at www.audioadvice.com to discuss the best headphone amp options.

  • @roasty80
    @roasty80 8 місяців тому

    You made me chuckle when you kept saying "headphone ants"

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  7 місяців тому

      Haha, thanks for watching!

  • @viningscircle
    @viningscircle 2 роки тому +4

    Useful information. There certainly seems to be many options for one's needs. I do have a question. I enjoy playing my iPod Classic (5.5) in my vehicle through my Nissan Rogue factory deck, and wanted to know if using such a device (e.g., small portable earphone amp) could enhance the sound quality through this. I only have the treble and bass adjustments on it, and would rather not bother swapping the deck out.

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  2 роки тому +1

      We have had some people use the AQ Dragonfly DAC's in their auto systems. www.audioadvice.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=dragonfly Thanks for watching

  • @rcx2699
    @rcx2699 3 роки тому

    I want to hook up one of these to some speakers because they run quiet on my phone and turn table. I tried some of those apps you can get off of google play, but it only made it ear rape. Would I have to worry about it becoming ear rape?

  • @BrianPremo
    @BrianPremo 4 роки тому

    Ok, so I have a mini recording studio at my house. I'm using Protools/Mbox Pro - there are only 2 headphone ports on the Mbox. Say I want to record 3 or 4 people at the same time, they all need headphones. (I would want them to each be able to adjust their own volume to their liking) Would one of these headphone amps be the best approach to turning 2 headphone ports into 4? Or am I looking for a different piece of equipment?

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  4 роки тому

      Brian, Thanks for the question. Please feel free to reach us by phone or chat at audioadvice.com We can answer your questions in more detail. Thank you.

  • @jasper_north
    @jasper_north 2 роки тому

    Goodmorning-
    Almost pulled the trigger on the AER 60-4 AMP. My question is if it’s possible to connect and guitar and microphone for vocals and listen to it all using a headset? This to not disturb other people or neighbors. Also a perfect way of listening to my mistakes since an amplifier is unforgiving!
    I realy hope this is possible.
    Now if one day I want to video myself with everything plugged in- what type (!) of mic do you recommend in front of the AER speaker for recording ditectly.
    Thanks again
    Jsper

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  2 роки тому

      It is not, you would probably be better served with a mixer that had a good headphone amp. We only deal in home audio and home theater equipment. Thanks for watching

  • @Kris_413
    @Kris_413 3 роки тому

    Do i need this if i have a sound device 833?

  • @mal9310
    @mal9310 3 роки тому +1

    this was really useful and now I want to ask even more questions

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  3 роки тому

      Thanks Mal! You can hop over to www.audioadvice.com and chat with one of our experts if you have more questions. Thank you for watching!

  • @jamesrossmusic6013
    @jamesrossmusic6013 2 роки тому +1

    Great presentation! Thanks!!!

  • @ravencalimbas7455
    @ravencalimbas7455 5 років тому +14

    What do you recommend for dt 990 pro 250ohms?

    • @arturarabyan2271
      @arturarabyan2271 4 роки тому +5

      did u find something? i am at the same situation

    • @ravencalimbas7455
      @ravencalimbas7455 4 роки тому +3

      Yep. I have the soundblaster G6 now. Its sooo good :)

    • @pimpthyride
      @pimpthyride 4 роки тому

      The Bottlehead Crack is great for theses. Also as others mentioned, the Little Dot mkII is very good.

    • @accentontheoff
      @accentontheoff 3 роки тому

      So how do we connect our headphone amps to our computers. USB?

    • @accentontheoff
      @accentontheoff 2 роки тому

      @@origami74 I bought a Behringer HA 400 headphone amp that I connect to my Focusrite headphone out. I then connect my headphone/s to the Behringer which has slots for four headphones. The Behringer is AC powered. Look for Behringer headphone amp and Focusrite Scarlett on UA-cam, someone has a nice video. I don’t know if this is the ideal solution and I think my Beyerdynamic headphones can maybe do even more but I am definitely getting more out of my headphones than before. So I am happy. P.S. I think the ideal long term solution is that your audio interface should have higher quality / higher impedance headphone outs. Or extra line outs at the back. Or get a stand alone headphone amp - although you’d have to find a way to connect it to the audio interface (like maybe what I’ve done). Please keep in mind I am just learning all this. Good luck.

  • @tahabakhtiari6297
    @tahabakhtiari6297 2 роки тому

    So i have question that wasnt covered in the lecture! lol, can I install a headphone tubeamp that generates like 1000mWatts to an active speakers that generates 2 Watts, I know its not much but I want to get the advantages of a tube amp sound coming from the speakers, would this be possible? would I get the benefits of the tubeamp at all? Thank you

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  2 роки тому +1

      Yes, there are some headphone amps that are also preamps. And yes, you would get the benefit of tube sound.

  • @dirtmanrock5428
    @dirtmanrock5428 3 роки тому

    noob question here: can I use my dragonfly black from my laptop to my logitech z5500 speakers...?

  • @PilgrimFL
    @PilgrimFL 4 роки тому

    I have a turntable, an outboard phono preamp, and powered bookshelf speakers. I want to add a headphone amplifier, preferably vacuum tube, for record queuing and private listening. Is there a budget price solution?

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  4 роки тому

      Please feel free to contact us via chat or phone and we can assist. check us out at audioadvice.com It can be difficult to find an affordable tube-based headphone amp that is worth purchasing. With a few questions, we might be able to make a recommendation. Thank you.

  • @ivanvelez7668
    @ivanvelez7668 2 роки тому +2

    Hi there, great video. I have a sampler that has very low volume output power when listening with headphones from the sampler itself. It is the Novation Circuit Rhythm. I was looking for a solution to this and a friend mentioned a portable headphone amplifier. I searched on youtube and came across this video. I want to take my sampler with me to make beats on the go or when i'm traveling. I don't want to buy an audio interface for this unless i'm also going to record into a music production software. My sampler can save my work and when i return home i can dump it into say Reason 12 in my studio. which portable headphone would recommend for this? I'd like to know so i can purchase this asap.

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you. Almost all portable headphone amps are designed to take a digital input either via usb or toslink/coax. It appears your sampler only has analog out so we do not have one to recommend. However, the problem you are describing seems very odd for a studio piece like that. It could be your headphones are very high impedance and not the best match for it, or some setting on the output level is off. Thanks for watching

    • @ivanvelez7668
      @ivanvelez7668 2 роки тому +1

      @@AudioAdvice thank you

  • @lizoetting4570
    @lizoetting4570 2 роки тому

    Hello , what headphone amp that has audio output Jack?
    Thanks in advance.

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  2 роки тому +1

      There are several that do, please reach out to our team at www.audioadvice.com to discuss your needs so they can recommend the best one for you. Thanks for watching

  • @theSINGINGjaysmoove
    @theSINGINGjaysmoove 4 роки тому

    Can you chat while using the amp?

  • @joaoroman9583
    @joaoroman9583 3 роки тому

    Can i connect a small headphone Pre-amp directly to a vi 200w power amp and use it as a regular pre-amp?

    • @samhor33
      @samhor33 3 роки тому

      if your headphone amp have a volume controlled analog out, then yes you can use it as a pre amp.

  • @paulk.dicostanzo2279
    @paulk.dicostanzo2279 4 роки тому

    And this fellow appears to be a fan of one of the best Star Trek films. Immediate credibility right there.

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  4 роки тому

      A Vulcan never bluffs. Thanks for watching it.

  • @akenosan
    @akenosan 2 роки тому

    Im looking to get a Behringer HA400 for a pair of DT-770 pro 250 ohms, can i connect it via a 6.3mm to 3.5mm cable straight to pc or do i have to purchase something else for it to work?

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  2 роки тому

      We are not a dealer for any of those brands but it looks like the Behringer is a headphone amp, it would seem your solution would work, IF the Behringer can properly drive your headphones

  • @LukasDozer
    @LukasDozer 4 місяці тому

    On a TC Electronics G-Major 2 there is no headphone jack. This is a guitar effects processor, how can I make this work for my stereo headphones?
    Thank you very much.

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  4 місяці тому

      Your best bet is to reach out to our experts at audioadvice.com to see if they can help you with that. Thanks!

  • @ryangreer5
    @ryangreer5 4 роки тому +1

    can a headphone amp effect the mix if I'm engineering in any way or does it just effect the way I hear the song while listening via DAC, what I'm essentially asking is can you print the augmentation the headphone amp provides or is it only for reference purposes?

    • @lodeyo
      @lodeyo 4 роки тому

      If you have a means to record the output (whats coming out the headphone jack of the headphone amp) then you would be able to use it to preamp a mix

  • @Gargantupimp
    @Gargantupimp Рік тому

    My problem is I want to play classical music in my car via an aux cable to my phone, but on the highway when the engine is louder I can't hear the soft parts of the music. So I figure this can crank up the volume sufficiently?

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  Рік тому +1

      No, that will really not change it. You might need to find some kind of music app (and we do not know of one) that would compress the music to make the loud parts quieter so its all a similar volume level.

  • @relaxvideomusic
    @relaxvideomusic 4 роки тому

    Hi, I listen Spotify music using MI TV BOX, Fatman itube amplifare and Denon 7200 headphone. If some amplifare like Mojo or streamer Fiio will do better sound with my Denon? thanks

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  4 роки тому

      Hi! A Mojo or a streamer will improve your sound and add more detail while playing Hi-Res tracks. If you have the chance, pop into our website and chat with us for recommendations around your system!

    • @relaxvideomusic
      @relaxvideomusic 4 роки тому

      Thanks for replay. If I buy Fiio G5, Fio X7 markii Fiio m9 and replays MI TV BOX Fatman amplifare at the end will give me better sound for my headphone? And can have some amp for travel

  • @bastianmaze_beats8730
    @bastianmaze_beats8730 3 роки тому

    Hi! What about having a high impedance headphone out (10 ohms) in my audio interface, but having low impedance headphones (32), and don't want the frequency response to be altered by the high impedance output of my interface. Thank you.

  • @DDaoust429
    @DDaoust429 4 роки тому +2

    damn those dragon flys are high

    • @javtimestwo
      @javtimestwo 2 роки тому

      go with the Apple dongle for only $9. you won't regret it!

  • @zinoneus3733
    @zinoneus3733 2 роки тому +1

    Hello hello! I must say its absolutely amazing how many people you guys have respond to in the comments. That in itself gets you a sub from me.
    However im very very new to all this. Some terms i might not know or everything a amp can and cant do but here i go.
    Yesterday i got a pair of pc38x from Amazon in a "like new" condition and it was a scam im not gonna lie. I am returning them as they were very bad condition, very low audio on ps4 and on phone (it was a bad pair and im gonna buy a straight up new pair, not buying used again), however on phone it was also very choppy. However by hearing how low the volume was during the time i had the broken one i wondered if there was a way to amplify any sound and here i am.
    I chose those headphones because they were recommend for being very great for all gaming, music and movies, i think you get it. Now i would assume i would go with the computer like amp right? However i dont truly understand and hope your professional opinion would help me chose one. All i want is a amp that can help boost sound and id like to try something that can maybe boost bass if thats a thing for my headphones for ps4. It would be awesome if you could point me in some good directions and im not looking for something very expensive as im a bit of a budget. As long as its reliable and maybe im able to dabble around with settings(i heard you can do things like that) that would be wonderful!
    Thank you for your help!

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  2 роки тому

      You might want to look for a set of headphones that come with an app that allows you to tailor the sound. Most headphone amps are designed for a more straight wire approach with no controls for changing the sound. Just go with a brand that has been around for a while and make sure the app has sound settings and you should be fine. For more details please reach out to our team at www.audioadvice.com. Thanks for watching

    • @zinoneus3733
      @zinoneus3733 2 роки тому

      @@AudioAdvice okay, thank you every much!

  • @willboyd1384
    @willboyd1384 2 роки тому

    So I want to improve the sound of my audio on my pc should I get an amp, the sound is fine there is no issues with it but it is quite tinny in my headphones sometimes, I have tried with high end headphones (wired) what should I do

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  2 роки тому

      Most likely you need a better headphone amp. Please reach out to our team at www.audioadvice.com for more advice

  • @somesulahimabindu9908
    @somesulahimabindu9908 3 роки тому

    I want to connect my headphones to digital piano. Which one can I use ¿

  • @gabecelaj2901
    @gabecelaj2901 4 роки тому

    great video

  • @brany221215
    @brany221215 2 роки тому +1

    Which amp can fit with Focal Clear MG?

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  2 роки тому

      Thanks for your question! Any of the headphone amps on this list would be great: www.audioadvice.com/videos-reviews/best-headphone-amps-under-500/ If you are looking for something, even more, high-performance, go to www.audioadvice.com and you can chat or call our team and we would be happy to review your specific interests to give you the best advice. Hope this helps and thanks for watching.

  • @Socrates...
    @Socrates... 2 роки тому

    If I want to buy a cd player and build the sound around only using headphones, if I got a headphone amp would I still need a preamp?

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  2 роки тому

      Great question. If you got a headphone amp with a volume control, no you would not need a preamp. This would be a good one. www.audioadvice.com/headphones-portables/headphone-amplifiers-dacs/pro-ject-head-box-s2 Thanks for watching

  • @SubiFoa
    @SubiFoa 4 роки тому

    I have DT990 250ohms and a focusrite solo... Is it good combination??

  • @932655246
    @932655246 4 роки тому +1

    I have an iphone and HD650, what do I get to get the most out of them? Much appreciated!

    • @mikecoshan3752
      @mikecoshan3752 3 роки тому

      X Y I have a JDS Labs Atom headphone Amp connected via RCA to my Topping D50S DAC. I connect to my iPhone with the Apple USB 3 to lightning adaptor into the usb out of the Topping. I used Sennheiser HD660s headphones and the sound quality is beautiful

  • @Greyhart1214
    @Greyhart1214 5 років тому +1

    I show movies outside. While I have no problem getting the picture right from my laptop I never seem to get the audio loud enough. Any thoughts on what I might use? AMP DAC and speakers? Quality can suffer for volume as these are just movies for the kids. Not looking to break the bank. Thanks in advance.

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  5 років тому

      Hi Scott! It sounds like you may need a receiver and a pair of mountable outdoor speakers. If you'd like to chat visit us at www.audioadvice.com where we could give you some options through our live chat M-F 8:30 am - 7pm or call us (888) 496 - 7977

  • @PartySpock
    @PartySpock 4 роки тому

    i don,t understand it. Where can i find a n amp for my turn table to headphone?

  • @bradr4835
    @bradr4835 4 роки тому

    I have a sony atmos home system with bluetooth, and a headphone jack.....i also have a pc hooked up to it directly......I have sennheiser bluetooth headphones and audio technica wired....neither produces great quality sound i am looking for ....I am a computer gamer also.....my wife cant stand loud anything or bass, i am a veteran and my hearing is shot, what would you recommend, boost with a pc headphone amp or a boost for my home theater.....which sadly has plenty of watts just not through the bluetooth connection or headphone jack...?

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  4 роки тому +1

      Bradley,
      There are a few ways to go. We have helped customers with hearing loss in the past. A simple test would be to get a good headphone amplifier and a better set of wired headphones. The Receiver would be my suggestion but as it is more expensive may not be the place to start. We can help with some more details of your use. Please contact us at audioadvice.com and call or chat in to answer any questions. We are available Monday-Friday 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM EST and Saturday from 10:00 AM - 6:PM EST. You can reach us at 888-899-8776.
      We would love to help you with your question.

  • @davidclemmett9797
    @davidclemmett9797 3 роки тому

    What amp will work for an audio technical lp60

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  3 роки тому

      David, great question. Please reach out to our team at www.audioadvice.com for help with the best amp for your headphones. Thanks for watching

  • @gabrield9490
    @gabrield9490 4 роки тому

    HiFi Headphone Amplifier for Bowers & Wilkins P9?

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  4 роки тому

      Hey Gaby, We have several great amps that will drive your P9s very well. Reach out to us at www.audioadvice.com/ or call us at 888-899-8776 to discuss your needs.

  • @life_explorer
    @life_explorer 2 роки тому

    I need a headphone amp for mobile phone and laptop usage. What amp to get?

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  2 роки тому +1

      Any of the Audioquest Dragonfly products would work well, you can run them off your phone or just plug into a laptop www.audioadvice.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=dragonfly Thanks for watching

  • @Caseydog3
    @Caseydog3 4 роки тому +2

    Can I use headphone amps for small speakers?

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  4 роки тому +1

      You can't. You would need either a receiver or an integrated amp for your speakers. If you would like some suggestions, swing by our website and chat with us!

    • @wazup3333
      @wazup3333 4 роки тому

      @@AudioAdvice why would you need an amp for headphones to play them that loud? like unless youre deaf I dont get it?

    • @donaldantonio999
      @donaldantonio999 4 роки тому +2

      ​@@wazup3333 There are headphones that require a lot of power. These kind of headphones can be plugged in to your mobile phone but they'll be too quiet as a phone isn't providing the power it requires. This is measured in Ohms. If you have a headphone that is only measured at 32 Ohms, then you can use it with your phone. If you have a headphone that is rated at > 250 Ohms, you'll be disappointed if you plug it to your phone.

    • @donaldantonio999
      @donaldantonio999 3 роки тому

      ​@@kevinkarlwurzelgaruti458 I'm not an expert about these stuff but most audiophiles would say that Ohms doesn't translate to audio quality. You can read more here: www.reddit.com/r/headphones/comments/7mc1q6/do_higher_ohm_values_mean_better_audio_or_are/

  • @mmmosh4360
    @mmmosh4360 Рік тому

    What amp is shown in this video?

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  Рік тому +1

      That is an old Klipsch headphone amp that is no longer available.

  • @magnushansen6164
    @magnushansen6164 4 роки тому +4

    i just want to make my razer krakken loud af
    a

  • @crashdudes911
    @crashdudes911 4 роки тому +2

    Phillips X2, please help, has 40,000 Hz and sounds like shit through my phone

    • @PISCESBEATS
      @PISCESBEATS 4 роки тому +2

      anything over 20k hz is essentially useless since the human hear cannot physically hear past that. It all boils down to headphone impedance.
      How many ohms are your headphones? What kind are you using?

    • @khalil7011
      @khalil7011 4 роки тому +2

      @@PISCESBEATS Doesn't a higher frequency range mean less distortion in the human range of listening? That's why the HE-1 Orpheus can go up to 100,000 Hz I believe

  • @javtimestwo
    @javtimestwo 2 роки тому

    Fast forward to 2021 and Apple Music now features lossless, hi-res lossless and Dolby Atmos. I have an iPhone and listen to music on the phone constantly. I recently purchased the $9 Apple lightning to 3.5mm headphone jack adapter. It features a built in DAC. Why spend hundreds on a DAC for an iPhone when you can get this one for only $9. It also supports 24/48.
    I know Belkin makes one as well but they charge around $39. Does anybody else here feel the $9 Apple dongle is a great value for listening to lossless(CD Quality) music?

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  2 роки тому

      We suggest you try something like the Audioquest Dragonfly Black DAC and hear for yourself. If you have a decent set of headphones we suspect you will be pleasantly surprised.

  • @OptLab
    @OptLab 3 роки тому

    So if I upgrade my headphones, i guess my electricity bill will upgrade too ?

  • @ivanmarsh5835
    @ivanmarsh5835 4 роки тому

    Please suggest a cheap amp for dt 770 pro 250 ohms

    • @BigDatsquatch
      @BigDatsquatch 4 роки тому +2

      Soundblaster G3

    • @ivanmarsh5835
      @ivanmarsh5835 4 роки тому

      @@BigDatsquatch You're a life saver 😀

    • @BigDatsquatch
      @BigDatsquatch 4 роки тому +1

      @@ivanmarsh5835 Happy I could help! It's seriously hard to beat at that price point. Plus, you can use it on pretty much any device haha

  • @lllllMlllll
    @lllllMlllll 4 роки тому +1

    Cambridge Plus is not much of an amp as much as it is a good DAC .. I have it .. I can barely hear details with my 600 ohm headphone (DT 880)

    • @wazup3333
      @wazup3333 4 роки тому

      whats the point of an amp or high ohm headphones? why would you ever need to listen to them that extreme loud over just normal ohm headphones?

  • @admon9865
    @admon9865 3 роки тому +3

    Forget about the DACs, I think you need a new camera. That autofocus is going haywire.

  • @Cory989
    @Cory989 4 роки тому

    Trying to figure out what to pair with my 599

    • @leviathan5207
      @leviathan5207 4 роки тому

      honestly, with the sennheiser hd 599 (assuming you dont mean the ferrari) a fiio k3 will do. its 100$. its a desktop dac/amp combo and supports up to 384/32 pcm or dsd 256 if you fancy that. it even has a 2.5mm balanced output and you can use it as a dac and connect it to a different amp later down the road. i use a k3 with the hd660s. i tried different dacs and amps in a store, but could not justify the price, maybe with a fancier pair of headphones.

    • @Cory989
      @Cory989 4 роки тому

      Leviathan hey thanks for replying. I need to learn more about dac/amps and make a purchase. Went with the 599se and I’m surprised how good it sound out of the mobo. But I’ve seen people combining amps and dacs and don’t know if that’s worth the price. I’m wondering if I need a mic input on the amp or if that’s unnecessary

  • @jimthompson8338
    @jimthompson8338 5 років тому +1

    Which headphone amp would you recommend for my laptop?

    • @ivanhalbach4076
      @ivanhalbach4076 5 років тому +2

      Depends on what phones, and how you are going to use them. Portable or home listening?

    • @neccros007
      @neccros007 5 років тому +1

      I love my Audioengine D1

    • @haula251
      @haula251 3 роки тому

      Schit magni almost cost $99
      But using magni with Schit Modi 3 DAC is better because because it will improve your audio quality with amplifying power

  • @hamzailarzeg
    @hamzailarzeg 3 роки тому

    While this is very useful apparently, it's definitely not beginner friendly.

  • @magnusoj3014
    @magnusoj3014 4 роки тому

    I need an amp and a dac for my Sennheiser 660s, anyone got some options?
    I don't care if its an amp/dac or just amp + dac max 500$ tho. I was thinking about the M9XX but i live in the EU so yeah..
    Or maybe Schitt Vali 2 + some of their dacs, i have no knowledge about amp and dacs. Has to ship to EU

    • @zul
      @zul 4 роки тому

      Maybe watch Z reviews for product recommendations. He is an awesome reviewer, imo.

  • @cyclops-king-crap-music-videos
    @cyclops-king-crap-music-videos 6 місяців тому

    all i want to do is amplify my skullcandy beyond 100% and nothing is working

  • @_nines8270
    @_nines8270 3 роки тому +1

    And I thought choosing pc parts was hard

  • @xsauce3858
    @xsauce3858 3 роки тому

    i am looking for a 10 dollar amp can i find one ?

    • @bas182341
      @bas182341 3 роки тому

      def not

    • @ecstasy5317
      @ecstasy5317 2 роки тому

      Well just a little bit more ($30) including the shipping and handling yes. If you're still looking for a bang for the buck I have a few suggestions.👍

  • @firstsergeant9361
    @firstsergeant9361 2 роки тому

    okay..now I'm more confused than ever. So I purchased the Beyerdynamic DT990 Pro set the other day and they just arrived with a KnoxGear 4 channel amplifier. ($179 for the combo) Now it is not a great amp I suspect as you can find it for about $30 bucks on Amazon. . The reviews said it was a solid combination but I'll have to be honest. I am underwhelmed so far with the set-up. While it sounds "good" it does NOT sound "great" to me. I am not audio "expert" but I expected to be blown away and instead it is simply "meh". Honestly does not sound that much better than my cheap over the ear Walmart specials. My guess is these 250ohm headphones need more power and this video has managed to NOT give me any useful information.

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  2 роки тому

      The KnoxGear amp is not a very good amp, it is more of a splitter. Please reach out to our team at www.audioadvice.com for suggestions on a better amp for your DT990. Thanks for watching

  • @angelo5902
    @angelo5902 4 роки тому +4

    Where do I plug my AirPods into these?

    • @haula251
      @haula251 3 роки тому

      Wherever you plug them they do always play in 256 Kbps 😂😂😂

  • @ampegloud
    @ampegloud 4 роки тому +2

    I can't stand watching his corporate collared you'll be jerks with the hand motions

  • @cleatusandclovis1845
    @cleatusandclovis1845 2 місяці тому

    I have no clue what he is saying

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  2 місяці тому

      Sorry, if you have questions about headphone amplifiers and which one might be best for you, please reach out to our team at www.audioadvice.com.

  • @michaelfreiberg5664
    @michaelfreiberg5664 3 роки тому

    bla bla.. usesless info

  • @datNERO17
    @datNERO17 3 роки тому

    Man, you need to move your eyebrows more, im sorry to say, but looking at your eyes gives me a creepy vibe because of the completely static eyebrows

  • @acamiln8354
    @acamiln8354 Рік тому

    Useless information.

  • @yusufbabu3537
    @yusufbabu3537 5 років тому +2

    boring

  • @LastGenRichtofenn
    @LastGenRichtofenn 2 роки тому

    I have a question. I need an amplfier for a very specific situation. I use an audio mixer to get audio for my laptop and ps4 and channel that audio into one pair of headphones. However, that audio is very quiet. How am I gonna use an amplifier to get the audio from the mixer through the amplifier, and then hopefully to my headphones?

    • @AudioAdvice
      @AudioAdvice  2 роки тому

      If you do not need to mix the signals together, something like this would be ideal www.audioadvice.com/pro-ject-head-box-s2-digital-headphone-amplifier-and-dac You would run the USB out of your laptop into it and the Toslink from your PS4. You'll get better DAC's and plenty of volume. If you need to mix them, that is out of our domain and into the pro audio world. Thanks for watching

  • @vidalskyociosen3326
    @vidalskyociosen3326 4 роки тому

    Can I hook up some power speaker to a headphone amps ? Thanks.

    • @ryansmith5043
      @ryansmith5043 3 роки тому

      Depends if the thing has a pass-thru on the back. Why would you make the signal amplified (headphone amp) and then amplify it again (POWERED speakers)?