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    Headphone quality in the X220

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by s0ysauce45, Mar 25, 2012.

  1. s0ysauce45

    s0ysauce45 Notebook Evangelist

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    Hi all,

    I just got the X220 for school and its on the way. Was wondering if there are any other audiophiles here who have it? How is the default sound? Is it worth it to purchase a sound card?
     
    s0ysauce45, Mar 25, 2012
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    lead_org Purveyor of Truth

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    the sound is pretty ordinary, i sometimes use a Lehmann USB DAC with this.
     
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    Any suggestions on a portable amp or sound card I can get that would go well with it?
     
    s0ysauce45, Mar 25, 2012
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    I think the headphone out on the X220 is good especially with IEMs as there is little to no hiss. YMMV.

    I'd suggest holding off buying anything until the X220 arrives and you've tried it out with your equipment.
     
    doubleperf, Mar 27, 2012
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    Thanks for the help guys. I have a set of denon cans I plan to use with my x220. I'll find out tomorrow how the sound quality is.
     
    s0ysauce45, Mar 28, 2012
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    you may find the X220's headphone jack a little too weak for the denon headphone, may need a headphone amp to get the best out of your headphone.
     
    lead_org, Mar 28, 2012
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