WingsOfParagon t1_j1v6jcp wrote on December 27, 2022 at 5:21 PM

HD600 is probably on the borderline. If you like to listen to your music loudly or likes your bass beefy, then an amp would benefit greatly. The general rule of thumb is that each 3db increase double the power draw.

A good option could be a wireless DAC like the Fiio BTR3 which will turn your headphone into a wireless one while also double as a small amp.

ManlyDude1047 OP t1_j1vay26 wrote on December 27, 2022 at 5:50 PM

Over the years I've kinda turned allergic to the concept of wireless, things just seem much more reliable the old fashioned way (for now). Though the idea of turning my headphones wireless does sound good :D You mentioned that the power draw is about double for every 3 dB, how long does the BTR3 last on battery alone? It seems... tiny.

WingsOfParagon t1_j1vbf04 wrote on December 27, 2022 at 5:53 PM

It's a 550mAh, should get anywhere between 6-9hr of listening. It varies depending on volume, headphones draw, and Bluetooth encoding codecs used.

ManlyDude1047 OP t1_j1vdag6 wrote on December 27, 2022 at 6:05 PM

Huh, it seems like I might be going back to wireless after all. Thank you