darrenyeats;333908 Wrote: 
> Whether you need 50% or 90% volume to achieve "loud enough" is a matter
> of gain values and doesn't say anything iron-clad about whether the amp
> is underpowered or not for certain headphones. As I said, perhaps 90% is
> better with digital volume.
> 
> A weak bass or poor soundstage with certain headphones is the real
> indicator of lack of power. It means the power available isn't enough
> to provide the gain required into the headphones when it comes to some
> aspects (e.g. bass frequencies) of the signal.
> 
> In a nutshell if you need 90% volume it would be a wise moment to
> investigate if the amp is underpowered for your headphones. But it may
> well not be in the slightest. It all depends on the combo of amp and
> headphone. If we're talking SB3 I agree not many people rate the SB3
> headphone stage but you need to experiment for yourself.
> DarrenI think we're saying the same thing more or less.


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