There is a reason one uses this instead of that. I have a preference for an open, lush/smooth/warm sound with some definition, texture and soundstage — none to excess. I am not into an analytical, clinical or neutral sound. Keep this in mind when going through this list.
IEM
· Campfire Audio Andromeda Special Edition: Gold -0384-
DAP
· DAP which can stream: Astell & Kern A&ultima SP1000M
DAC OR DAC/AMP COMBO
· DAC: Apple Lightning to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Adapter
Cable
· Campfire Audio Smoky Litz Cable (stock cable for the Andromeda Gold)
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Updated February 9th, 2020.
Best IEM
· Campfire Audio Andromeda Special Edition Gold*
· Dunu Titan 6***
Best Headphone
· Campfire Audio Cascade*
· Meze Audio 99 Classics**
Best DAC, DAP & APP
· Sony NW-ZX300** | DAP which cannot stream
· Apple Lightning to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Adapter & VOX Music Player***
* Money no object
** Right on the money
*** Best value for money
