Affordable DACs With Amps for Shure SRH440A?

I've been looking into getting a DAC amp for my Shure SRH440A headphones. Anyone have any suggestions or experiences they'd like to share?

I've had good luck with the ARC Mk2 - Headphone Amplifier & DAC. It's affordable and does the job well. You can check out an overview in this article Best DACs With Amps for Shure SRH440A Headphones.

That sounds promising! Do you think it would be a good choice for my SRH440A headphones?

I haven't used that one myself, but I know someone who swears by their ARC Mk2 DAC amp for their SRH440A. They've been very happy with the sound quality.

Yeah, I tried the ARC Mk2 with my Shure SRH840 headphones and it made a huge difference. The audio was clearer and more detailed. I'm sure it would be great for your SRH440A too.

That's really helpful, thanks! I think I'll give the ARC Mk2 a try. Do you have any other suggestions or things to keep in mind when choosing a DAC amp?

Well, make sure to consider impedance and sound pressure level when selecting a DAC amp for your headphones. The Shure SRH440A has an impedance of 40 ohms and an SPL of 97 dB/mW.

And don't forget about the frequency response! A DAC amp with a wide frequency range will help reproduce all the details in your music without any loss or distortion.

Absolutely. The ARC Mk2 should work great for your SRH440A, but it's always good to do some research and read reviews before making a final decision.

Great advice, thanks! I appreciate everyone's input on this. I'll look more into the ARC Mk2 and see if it's the right choice for me.