I would be willing to bet that the Matrix is better engineered than a Lumin. https://audiophilestyle.com/forums/topic/60415-melco-s100-ethernet-switch-measurements/?do=findComme... BTW The new Jotunheim looks like the best value AND SQ as a headphone amp. |
I am actually not after a headphone amp tbh. It would be nice if it would have a headphone output. My system consists of Yamaha a-s 2100, wxad-10 and a pair of Dali Rubicon 2 speakers. I just purchased Sennheiser hd 280 pro. I am pretty impressed I must say. And this experience gives me the idea of getting different headphones since they r all different universes (soundwise). My priority is to color my system a bit towards the warmer side of the spectrum. I feel that it is so neutral sounding that it is too analytical rather than enjoyable. And my weakest link is my streamer wxad-10. Teac nt-505 is on my list as well. |
The Matrix Mini-i 3 Pro will not make you happy if you want a warmish DAC, it is neutral. I am not clear on your headphone amp comment but the Matrix does have a headphone output. I just use a dedicated Topping A90 headphone amp in conjunction with the Matrix because the headphone amp in the Topping is better. I have not heard the Lumin D2 but from the posts I have read on it I believe it was described as being warm. Some warm DACs that I have read about but I do not like warm DACs so these are not my preference. Lot of people love these DACs though. - PS Audio Direct Stream - Audio Mirror Tubador - Sonnet (sp?) - Denafrips have some low cost models |
