AudioQuest DragonFly Cobalt - USB DAC + Preamp + Headphone Amp
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Fantastic
I decided my Sennheiser Momentum 2.0 wireless needed to be fully taken advantage. The Dragonfly Red does push my Sennheiser's to their fullest. If you've spent the money for a great pair of headphones, do yourself a favor and purchase this so your headphones reach their fullest potential.
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Excellent way of improving sound when using computer.
Very useful tool to improve sound when using a computer. Improves clarity with a smoother detail and better sound staging. Great value for the price.
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I would highly recommend this product.
The DragonFly RED does what it says and then some.... I am using it to play professional soundtracks. I hooked it up between my Dell Laptop and the mixer of a professional sound system. The sound is crystal clear and the volume level is perfect. You will NOT be disappointed !
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This thing rocks!!
I was skeptical about such a small device at such a low price point in the high end audio market but there were so many positive reviews for it I took a chance on it. It was a great decision. I listen to it with Shure 535 IEMs (headphones) at work and I am simply blown away. It will push the dynamics of the music with no trouble. The first time I listened to it I didn't pay much attention to the volume setting on the computer. I turned it up a fe... Show More
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Excellent portable DAC
I use this with iPhone, iPad, iPod and occasionally on a McBook Pro. It provides good detail, expanded dynamic range and enough horsepower to drive high impedance headphones.
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Disappointing
White this version of the DAC can theoretically be used on iPhone (1.2 and 1.0 didn't work due to power requirements), in practice you can't do it. It is loud, extremely loud when used with any mid to good quality headphones or in-ear monitors. With a mid range headphones and volume at half, the sound is already close to 100db, and with in-ear monitors, the sound at just 4th iPhone position is close to 100db if not over. Compared with the previou... Show More
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Fantastic Product
I wanted a DAC device so I could listen to high quality music files from my computer through my 2 channel stereo and the Dragonfly Red did the trick. It was extremely easy to setup and my audio sounds amazing. Plus, when I take trips I can use this with my headphones on the plane. Great Product!
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Headphones sound better now
Items affecting the sound of your devices are always subjective unless you have sophisticated testing equipment but after installing this on my Mac Mini my headphones (Vmoda XS) do seem to have a cleaner sound. It also made things much louder. I assume that's the added power of the device and it's nice to have the volume turned down so it doesn't seem like things are straining. I am very happy with the device although it does take one of my four USB sockets so I'm thinking of a USB hub now.
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Pocket Size BIG SOUND!
If you are looking more power, and drive harder headphones like Sennheiser HD 600 (300 Ohms) or T1 (600 Ohms) this for you. I bough both, the Dragonfly 1.2 and this one and the Dragonfly 1.2 wasn't to drive my Sennheiser HD 600 At all, wasn't enough volume for mixing or editing audio. It has better audio quality, lower power consumption and its totally compatible with y with Android and iOs without any trick needed like the Dragonfly 1.2. Also yo... Show More
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DRAGONFLY RED
This has been an outstanding addition to my music listening experience. It makes my PC stored music sound fresh and alive and my Ipod touch connected to the Dragonfly makes my car sound incredible. The depth and soundstage are improved 100%.
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Effective and fun
I use the DAC with an iPad Pro and it significantly improves the detail and dynamic range of musical recordings. Good recordings come to life however poor recording reveal their flaws. Sometimes the treble sounds somewhat brittle and bright but high quality recordings are balanced and spacious. It drives my headphones (24-Ohms to 150-Ohms) as loud as I want. I use the Apple USB Camera Cable to connect to the lightning port on the iPad.
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Great Sound without a Sound Card
I ran an AudioQuest sound card for years then updated to an iMac from a G5 Mac tower & lost that loving sound. I've used a Dragon Fly v1.2 for over a year & enjoyed it. Now I've upgraded to the DF Red & it powers my Grado Labs SR225e headphones very nicely. Excellent sound from my six year old iMac. I've moved the v1.2 to work & operate ancient powered speakers with it to my listening pleasure. Well worth it!!
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Fantastic Portable DAC
I used to use V1.0 on my iPhone, not anymore, the new Black version I got from B&H is phenomenal! Very happy with the sonic quality and the dynamics that it adds to my music. The size and shape was already perfect to begin with, and it has solid build quality. Audioquest knows their stuff! Would even invest in the new Red version if I had better headphones! For the best value, function, and portability the Black version is ideal for me.
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