Asgard 2
Valhalla 2
Lyr 2
$250, $350, $450, respectively. I would be using one of these amps with a pair of Grado 325e's. I also have one active pair of Yamaha HS7 studio monitors that I use for DAW's so I am not sure if there is any benefit in using a preamp in this scenario.
The only other headphone amp I have listened to around this price range was the MusicHall ph 25.2 ($399). The Grado 325e's had a slight improvement in sound and overall output. Using a closed-back pair of Audeze the improvement in sound, clarity, and overall output was much more noticeable.
Given the gear I have listed hear, and my very limited knowledge of Schiit products, arguments and/or comparisons of any of these 4 amps would help me out a lot! At this point, I have narrowed my options to one of these 4 amps. I live in the Seattle area but the local hi-fi shop I visit won't carry Schiit products because the profit margins are too low. Therefore, I don't know how or where I could actually listen to Schiit products and need your help!
Thanks in advance to everyone on this forum! Your help is what keeps me coming back!