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Need help picking a Headphone amp.

I recently purchased a Westone 2 IE phone and I love the sound that comes out. I have become so hooked listening to it, that I know want to purchase a headphone and amp for my home system. I am looking to purchase the Sennheiser HD598.

I want a really good amp, but I don't want to spend more than $400. I am looking at the PS Audio GCHA, Headroom brand, and Project Box II. Can anyone help put me in the right direction?

Thanks,
matt00
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2bgeorge
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Buy several as you should be able 30 day return. It is fun to compare and before the 30 days is up you should have winner.
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Schiit Audio Valhalla @ $350 new is my entry for this thread. Great sounding and really sounds good with Sennheiser headphones. I have a pair of Sennheiser HD580s and the Valhalla handled them quite nicely. Just right on the bass and excellent in the midrange and treble.
matt00 OP
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I heard that Schiit Audio Valhalla does sound good with Sennheiser, but I was curious about Headroom. Thanks,
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You should also post on Head-Fi - lots of great info over there.

One recommendation you might not have thought of is a portable amp. Some of the best portables will drive Sennheisers very well and you could get double duty with your Westone 2 IEs. I find all IEMs benefit from amping the signal from your iPod, Zune, etc.

Look at Practical Devices XM6 (includes a DAC), Ray Samuels Audio SR-71A (amp only), or iBasso PB1, among alot of great choices.

Good luck.
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