As of 10pm ET recheck on 10/17/17, this sold out once again…
[DEAD] Used AudioEngine D1 DAC for $130
This used price is no longer available…
[DEAD] AUDEZE Deckard Headphone DAC/amp for $449
The used option sold out…
FiiO BTR1 Bluetooth Headphone Amplifier drops to $50
While updating the Headphone Deals Summary, we spotted a big price drop. The new condition and brand new FiiO BTR1 Bluetooth Headphone Amplifier has dropped from $100 to $50, sold by Tinbel and fulfilled by Amazon, so you get free 2-day shipping as a Prime member.
PS: more details on this in our previous BTR1 post.
ASUS Sound Card Xonar U5 External Sound Card for $60 after $10 MIR
The new condition ASUS Sound Card Xonar U5 external sound card (USB connection to computer) goes for $70 but until the end of the calendar month, it is eligible for a $10 ASUS mail-in rebate, making it $60 after the $10 MIR at Amazon by Amazon actual. Gallery picture #3 shows all the connectors of the back of the “sound card” but the writing may be too faint to read. It averages 3.6 out of 5 based on 24 customer reviews.
[DEAD] In-stock again: Schiit Magni 2 Uber head-amp for $79
As of a 4:24pm ET re-check, this is sold out again… I keep rechecking, but you can also re-check at Amazon for the Schiit Magni 2 Uber and the non-Uber…. They are both out of stock and cannot be ordered as of this update…
New and Shipping: portable Fiio BTR1 Bluetooth Headphone DAC/Amp for $100
Fiio has launched a new product and it’s already shipping! It is the new BTR1 bluetooth headphone DAC/amp, all in one portable device, with Bluetooth 4.2 and apt-X support. It has a fashion-y clip as well. I hope that if/when the clip breaks off, it breaks off clean like it did with the good old Sandisk Clip Plus mp3 players 🙂
This has its own mic/remote controls, so it may be one way to “bluetoothize” and “buttonize” your wired un-buttoned earphones/headphones. Note that this is a bluetooth receiver, not a bluetooth transmitter. This is not a DAP, it does not spit out music, it grabs music from your phone or other bluetooth-transmitter playback sources.
As of the time of writing, it is in-stock and shipping for $100 by the Tinbel Store, with the orders fulfilled by Amazon, so Prime members get free 2-day shipping.
Lots of details at the Fiio product page. They also made a 60-second hype video about it, but they mis-typed the named in as “BRT1” in the video [2 to 6 seconds in the video] 🙂
iFi Attenuator for $35 [updated]
In our earlier post we rounded-up some of the three and four figure iFis on sale. In this post, we take a look at the double figure iFis, also on sale at Adorama, in new condition, and with free shipping as follows:
+ iFi Attenuator, Set of -12dB & -24dB for $35
+ this ended: iFi nano iDSD Light Edition DAC/amp for $99
All these are limited time offers. If you miss them, fear not ~ they return every few weeks (other things equal of course).
[DEAD] iFi micro iDSD Black Label Edition for $378
These recurring sales expired again…
[DEAD] Magni 2 Uber Headphone Amplifier for $79
Party’s over again, sold out as of 7:55pm ET recheck… Check the amazon listing to see its latest situation…
Used Fiio K1 DAC/amp for $35 w/free S&H and 180-day warranty
The new condition Fiio K1 portable DAC/amp currently goes for $40 at many sellers, but if you want to save some without significantly increasing your risk, you can get them in “Used – Like New” condition with all accessories in original packaging and a 180-day warranty from seller “ProStudio Sound & Music” with the orders fulfilled by Amazon (free 2-day Prime shipping for members) through Amazon Warehouse Deals.
The warranty is provided by the seller “ProStudio Sound & Music”. Amazon Warehouse Deals does not offer or promise warranties on the used products they sell, only a 30-day return policy.
Sellers however, partially depending on their authorized dealer status, may offer a variety of warranties. The individual listing for their offer has the details. If you buy one of those, it’s a good idea to take a screenshot to be on the safe side since used listings come and go, and they may not have that particular item available in used condition if/when you may need to convince someone that the product you purchased came with a warranty.
[DEAD] Schiit Audio Magni 2 Uber Headphone Amp for $79
As of 10/2/17 at 2:55pm ET recheck, it’s sold out again…
Monoprice Tube USB DAC/Head-Amp with Bluetooth and Pre Out for $60 w/free S&H
And now a straight sale with free US shipping as well at the Monoprice website. No coupon. You can get the new condition Monoprice Stereo Tube Headphone Amp with 24-bit/96kHz USB DAC, Bluetooth, and Preamp Out , model (aka PID) 16154, for $60 with free standard US shipping for a limited time as part of one of their latest sales. They average 3.8 out of 5 based on 34 customer reviews.
TEAC Reference UD-503 Dual-mono USB DSD DAC/balanced Headphone amplifierfor $730, New Condition for $800
Choices are good, especially when they are distinct and not overwhelming 🙂 The TEAC Reference UD-503 Dual-mono USB DSD DAC/balanced Headphone amplifier is offered in manufacturer refurbished condition with a 2-year warranty per the listing by authorized dealer Hifi Heaven on eBay for $700 plus $30 flat shipping from the Green Bay Packers (okay, Green Bay, Wisconsin).
On the other hand, you can get it in new condition for $800 from Hifi Heaven on eBay but with free shipping on this listing, and Musician’s Friend (available 10/21/17), along with B&H Photo (in-stock now) which lists 10/2/17 PM as the sale expiration date.
Used Audeze Deckard Class A DAC/amp for $524+ [updated]
Back to Audeze. Their Deckard Class A DAC/amp goes for $700 in new condition at authorized dealers, but if you are willing to go “The Way of The Used”, then there are some options:
+ SOLD OUT as of 9/30/17 recheck: in B-Stock condition for $489 at RazorDog Audio
+ in USED condition for $524 + shipping at Adorama with a 90-day warranty and 30-day return policy
+ with shipping added to the total price, you can get it to $539 with free shipping by Adorama on eBay
Now shipping from USA: Fiio Q1 Mark II DSD DAC/amp for $100
We have a mini trilogy of Fiio posts. We start with a new arrival at US shores, shipping from Amazon USA (fulfilled by Amazon), so Prime members can get it in two days or so, instead of a long slow shipping wait and customs kerfuffles.
“It” refers to, in this case, the new condition Fiio Q1 Mark II (second generation) a native DSD portable DAC/amp going for $100 with free shipping, sold by the Fiio store [recently launched on Amazon], with the orders fulfilled by Amazon, so Prime members get free 2-day shipping.
This second generation model supports up to DSD 256, and can handle up to 384kHz/32 bit PCM.
The first generation model continues, it is currently going for $70. It does not support DSD and can go up to 96kHz/24-Bit. The first generation averages 4.2 out of 5 based on 110 customer reviews, and has nearly 90 questions answered.
The second generation is so brand new, it doesn’t even have any reviews yet. It was added to the Amazon website just a few days ago.
Apple Lightning to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Adapter for $9 w/free shipping
The new condition Apple Lightning to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Adapter is on sale for $9 with free shipping with no minimum purchase requirement at Adorama.
It also goes for $9 but free shipping is conditional at at Amazon by Amazon actual and at B&H Photo. At Amazon, you have to be a Prime member to get free 2-day shipping (or with a $25+ order), while at B&H you need a $49+ order for free shipping.
Another option is free store pickup at Walmart or free shipping with a $35+ order.
Needless to say, one should not expect this to perform like a $1000+ DAC and amp system 🙂
[DEAD] Schiit Magni 2 Uber for $79 [limited supply]
As of 9/26/17 AM re-check, this sold out once again… I will be monitoring the situation of both this and the non-Uber MAGNI 2 at amazon.com and will post updates if/when they come back again…
Sennheiser HD 650 + Apogee USB DAC/amp for $500
If you happen to want both the Sennheiser HD 650 headphones AND the Apogee Groove USB DAC/amp, you can get them both together as a bundle for $500 with free shipping from none other than the official Sennheiser Store. No coupon is needed. When the sale ends, the price will return to $700.
[DEAD] Schiit Magni 2 headphone amp for $59 again
As of a 2:20pm ET re-check, this sold out again… I will be monitoring the situation in case they return again at Amazon…
Refurbished Monoprice Hybrid Tube Amp w/Bluetooth for $56 w/free S&H after coupon
For regular purchases, Monoprice has two coupons good until Saturday night. Coupon FALL gets you $5 off a $25+ order, while coupon SAVINGS is a percentage coupon, 20% off a $200+, their best coupon these days if you are making a big purchase. Keep in mind, only coupon-eligible items count towards the minimum. Meaning if you have $50 of coupon-eligible items in your cart along with $300 in ineligible, you can’t use the coupon. You must have $200+ in coupon-eligible items.
Separate from those coupons, the refurbished Hybrid Tube Amp with Bluetooth, model 15527, drops from $80 to $56 with coupon code 25WATT entered over there. It also qualifies for free standard US shipping!
Massdrop O2 + SDAC DAC/Amp for $150 [ships Jan 2018]
If you are a fan of Objective way of things, currently running fully unlocked (= lowest price of this offering in Massdrop price-speak) is the Massdrop O2 + SDAC DAC/Amp, going for $150 with free shipping to the USA market, with a 1-year warranty covered by Massdrop.
NOTE: this will ship at CES 2018 time. I repeat, this will ship early January 2018, so temper the excitement in the frigid lake of patience 😉
[SOLD OUT] Schiit Magni 2 Headphone Amplifier for $59
UPDATE at 6:22pm ET: the party’s over for the MAGNI 2, it is sold out and cannot be ordered. There’s no ordering option as of this update. I do not know if more inventory will appear in the future. You can check the MAGNI 2 headphone amp listing to see if anything changed. I will be monitoring the situation as well 🙂
Previous updates after the break…
[SOLD OUT] Schiit Audio Magni 2 Uber headphone amp for $79
UPDATE at 6:22pm ET: the party’s over for the MAGNI 2, it is sold out and cannot be ordered for $79 fulfilled by Amazon. I do not know if more inventory will appear in the future. You can check the MAGNI 2 UBER headphone amp listing to see if anything changed. I will be monitoring the situation as well 🙂
Previous updates after the break…
Astell&Kern PAF11 Headphone Amplifier for AK380 for $599
This is a bit of a deep cut, but the new condition Astell&Kern PAF11 Headphone Amplifier for AK380 in the Meteor Titan color scheme is on sale for $599 with free shipping at B&H Photo. This is not a stand-alone device, you need the AK380 for this!
Hifiman X V2 Planars + iFi Micro iDSD Black Label for $1299
Bundle up time at authorized dealer Adorama.com. For a limited time, $1300 with free shipping gets you these two:
+ HiFiMan Edition X V2 Planar Magnetic Open Back Headphones
+ iFi micro iDSD Black Label Edition
No coupon, no rebate, simply add to the shopping cart and proceed to checkout!
CAUTION: Chord Mojo Portable DAC/Amp for $450 [MD]
CAUTION: Chord posted on their website that they do not consider the Mojos sold through Massdrop authorized purchases and will not honor warranties and such! [updated 9/23/17]
If you are a fan of the Way of the Massdrop, fully unlocked right now is the new condition Chord Mojo Portable DAC/Amp going for $450 with free shipping with a 1-year warranty covered by Massdrop and a mid-October 2017 shipping estimate. This adorable marble-y made in England device goes for $529 at most reputable retailers in new condition in the US market.
Used Meridian Explorer2 USB DAC for $170
The Meridian Explorer2 USB DAC goes for $200 in new condition, but if you are comfortable buying used from known sellers, you can get it for $170 in “Used – Very Good” condition by Kraft Street Audio, with the orders fulfilled by Amazon. This averages 4.2 out of 5 based on 48 customer reviews.
[DEAD] 20% off Monoprice coupon works on Home Theater Amplifiers
This 2-day coupon expired…
[DEAD] M-Audio SUPERDAC II DAC for $127
This coupon promotion expired…
[DEAD] TEAC Fully Analog Dual Monaural Headphone Amplifier for $722
This coupon promotion expired…
[DEAD] TEAC HA-P50 portable USB DAC/amp for $170
This coupon expired…
[DEAD] Prime Store Card only: Buy M-Audio portable DAC/amp, Get $6 statement credit
This coupon expired…
Used Pro-Ject Audiophile Head Box S for $95
Another price drop surfacing while updating the ever so sprawling Deals Summary post is the USED “Very Good” condition (small scratches, original packaging) Pro-Ject Audiophile Head Box S going for $95 with free shipping at Amazon Warehouse Deals.
The price before was $105, and before that $114, so you can see a bit of a pattern. It averages 4.3 out of 5 based on 16 customer reviews.
Open-box Meridian Prime Headphone Amplifier for $799
The Meridian Prime Headphone Amplifier is currently available open-box condition (“Used – Like New”) for $799 with free shipping from authorized dealer Gramophone (in Maryland) through Amazon Warehouse Deals. They ship directly from Gramophone in Maryland. The new condition price is $1000.
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