Hey everyone,

I decided to bite the bullet and grab a set of the HD800S while they’re on sale. My current equipment just involves the SMSL C200 dac amp which is powering my current headphones (ATH R70X).

I’ve been doing some more research after ordering the HD800S and I’ve been seeing a lot of people saying that you “need” a Tube Amp for these; is this true by any means? I don’t have much experience with them.

  • jsk-ksj@alien.topB
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    10 months ago

    If you find that the hd800s need warmth (distortion), plug them into a tube amp. I like this combo when listening to jazz. Otherwise, mojo2 drives them very cleanly.