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Re: Cheapskate alternative to Headroom Desktop Amp?

Posted by Mike Rubin (A) on March 22, 2007 at 22:25:17

In Reply to: Cheapskate alternative to Headroom Desktop Amp? posted by Mike Rubin on March 22, 2007 at 17:26:22:

I do have the powered speakers en route. I'd considered an integrated and dynamic speakers, but I concluded that, for a computer rig where it's all nearfield, some of the powered studio types just make more sense than speakers designed to be listened to from across the room. I use an integrated at home, and love that form factor for a thousand reasons, but not in this setup.

I don't use phones at the office. I have three or four sets around (Sennheiser and Grado) and they're good at the gym or for occasional use, but I have the luxury of being able to listen to music all day long in an enclosed office. Additionally, I need to hear the phone ring and knocks on the door. So, speakers it is!

I appreciate the suggestions. I've had success finding similar items and have been curious about these, but I'd hoped to find the "one size fits all" box that includes everything I need. I already am short on desk real estate and the Olive is a full-sized footprint, so you can see why the Headroom product has some appeal. I will look at what you've suggested and see where that takes me. Thank you!

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