Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for usb headphone amps.
If you're looking for a way to get better sound quality from your headphones, you might want to consider adding an amplifier to your setup. Headphone amps are designed to boost the power of audio signals from a player and deliver it to a set of headphones. Browse the top-ranked list of USB headphone amps below along with associated reviews and opinions.
NAD - D 3045 Hybrid Digital Amplifier - Black
Model: D 3045SKU: 6451303Top comment"(wasteful) A Type-B USB cable would be good to include since most don’t have these lying around -- or just make the next model support USB-C Overall, this is an excellent amp with a variety of use cases. ...Also with its low impedance headphone amp, I was able to enjoy the same clarity, brightness and warmth through my B&W P7s. ...Compact Amp that Delivers Big Sound!"
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The NAD D 3045 is everything a modern amplifier should be; compact, energy efficient, powerful, silent, High Resolution capable, and packed with cutting edge features like DSD and MQA playback. NAD’s expertise in both digital and analog engineering is on full display in this flexible and affordable amplifier.Top comment"(wasteful) A Type-B USB cable would be good to include since most don’t have these lying around -- or just make the next model support USB-C Overall, this is an excellent amp with a variety of use cases. ...Also with its low impedance headphone amp, I was able to enjoy the same clarity, brightness and warmth through my B&W P7s. ...Compact Amp that Delivers Big Sound!"
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The NAD D 3045 is everything a modern amplifier should be; compact, energy efficient, powerful, silent, High Resolution capable, and packed with cutting edge features like DSD and MQA playback. NAD’s expertise in both digital and analog engineering is on full display in this flexible and affordable amplifier.See all Power AmplifiersAudioQuest - DragonFly USB DAC and Headphone Amp v1.5 - Black
Model: DRAGONFLYBLKSKU: 5312905Top comment"You need a high quality headphone to be able to maximize the sound quality this amp produces. ...besides improvment in headphone audio was able to plug into pc usb port and with shielded 3.5 connector to aux in a seperate amp worked as dac to amp speakers improving audio."
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Convenience and performance are no longer mutually exclusive. With DragonFly Black any computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone can be used as a true high-fidelity music player, allowing music lovers to enjoy beautiful sound wherever they go, whenever they please.Top comment"You need a high quality headphone to be able to maximize the sound quality this amp produces. ...besides improvment in headphone audio was able to plug into pc usb port and with shielded 3.5 connector to aux in a seperate amp worked as dac to amp speakers improving audio."
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Convenience and performance are no longer mutually exclusive. With DragonFly Black any computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone can be used as a true high-fidelity music player, allowing music lovers to enjoy beautiful sound wherever they go, whenever they please.See all Hi-Res Digital Audio Converters (DACs)Arcam - SA10 170W 2.0-Ch. Integrated Amplifier - Gray
Model: SA10SKU: 6337413Top comment"Great Amp For Cave Man Audiophile...So many things that were common on amps and receivers over the last 30 years have been scuttled for this amp. ...great amp. womdeful sound limited on features. no sub out"
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Make music clean, crisp and booming with this Arcam integrated amplifier. The digital display lets you read information clearly at a glance, while the 3.5mm audio jacks let you connect speakers or headphones easily. This Arcam integrated amplifier uses 50W of power for each channel to give audio a rich, full sound.Top comment"Great Amp For Cave Man Audiophile...So many things that were common on amps and receivers over the last 30 years have been scuttled for this amp. ...great amp. womdeful sound limited on features. no sub out"
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Make music clean, crisp and booming with this Arcam integrated amplifier. The digital display lets you read information clearly at a glance, while the 3.5mm audio jacks let you connect speakers or headphones easily. This Arcam integrated amplifier uses 50W of power for each channel to give audio a rich, full sound.See all Integrated AmplifiersMetra - Ground Loop Isolator - Black
Model: TC-GLISKU: 9855136Top comment"Great! Worked on my headphone amp...My Schiit Valhalla 2 was making noise, and using this fixed it. The amp is now noiseless...I had an old receiver that was producing static/humming from the headphone line out. I put this between the headphone line out and my headphone's 3.5mm jack and the static/humming disappeared (a few male/female conversion adapters were needed to connect everything)."
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This ground loop isolator integrates into the OEM system of your vehicle to eliminate ground loops for quality audio reproduction.Top comment"Great! Worked on my headphone amp...My Schiit Valhalla 2 was making noise, and using this fixed it. The amp is now noiseless...I had an old receiver that was producing static/humming from the headphone line out. I put this between the headphone line out and my headphone's 3.5mm jack and the static/humming disappeared (a few male/female conversion adapters were needed to connect everything)."
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This ground loop isolator integrates into the OEM system of your vehicle to eliminate ground loops for quality audio reproduction.See all Amp Accessories & Installation PartsWilliams Sound - PKT D1 Pocketalker Ultra Duo Pack - Black
Model: 62115SKU: 5014145Top comment"The top of the unit has two 1/8" (3.5mm) jacks - one for microphone, one for headphone. Both are slightly recessed, though I doubt your favorite headphones are going to have any trouble plugging in. ...Headphone plug is very sensitive....The headphones must be adjusted frequently in order the hear in both sides of the headphones. "
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Pocketalker Ultra System amplifies sounds closest to the listener while reducing background noise. Ideal for one-on-one conversation, small-group and television listening, or conversing in the car. Use with or without hearing aids. Simply plug in your earpiece, position the microphone near the preferred sound, adjust volume to your comfort – and start listening.Top comment"The top of the unit has two 1/8" (3.5mm) jacks - one for microphone, one for headphone. Both are slightly recessed, though I doubt your favorite headphones are going to have any trouble plugging in. ...Headphone plug is very sensitive....The headphones must be adjusted frequently in order the hear in both sides of the headphones. "
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Pocketalker Ultra System amplifies sounds closest to the listener while reducing background noise. Ideal for one-on-one conversation, small-group and television listening, or conversing in the car. Use with or without hearing aids. Simply plug in your earpiece, position the microphone near the preferred sound, adjust volume to your comfort – and start listening.See all Hearing Aids & AmplifiersSonos - Amp 250W 2.1-Ch Amplifier - Black
Model: AMPG1US1BLKSKU: 6312857Top comment"still no headphone solution from Sonos; really disappointing...would be fairly easy to add a headphone jack to the amp, or to offer another dodad to connect to Sonos with a headphone jack. ...Sonos Amp...love these sonos amps they sound great easily expandable and priced right"
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Enhance your home audio with this Class D Sonos amplifier. Its 125W of power per channel lets you enjoy high-resolution sound from your bookshelf speakers, TV and other passive components, and Wi-Fi connectivity supports multiroom setups and wireless streaming via AirPlay and the Sonos app.Top comment"still no headphone solution from Sonos; really disappointing...would be fairly easy to add a headphone jack to the amp, or to offer another dodad to connect to Sonos with a headphone jack. ...Sonos Amp...love these sonos amps they sound great easily expandable and priced right"
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Enhance your home audio with this Class D Sonos amplifier. Its 125W of power per channel lets you enjoy high-resolution sound from your bookshelf speakers, TV and other passive components, and Wi-Fi connectivity supports multiroom setups and wireless streaming via AirPlay and the Sonos app.See all AmplifiersMarantz - PM6007 155W 2-Ch Stereo Integrated Amplifier - Black
Model: PM6007SKU: 6510171Top comment"Brilliant amp...I bought the PM 6007 amp 2 weeks ago, this is my first ever Marantz & the best i have ever had, i can't get my head around that this amp only puts out 45 watts @ 8ohms (ALLEGEDLY) it is more powerful than that surely, the sound is nothing short of brilliant, it has no problem firing up my 92 dB 180 watts 8 ohm 3 way speakers, i had no idea my speakers actually sounded this great, i do recommend the PM 6007 amplifier, 5 stars, no, i'd give more if i could...I recently upgraded my old Nakamichi amp ( not at all a bad one) and T+A TLS speakers for this amp and Monitor audio bronze speakers. "
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The Marantz PM6007 2-Channel Integrated Amplifier is an upgraded successor of the PM6006. Features current feedback circuitry and a high-capacity power supply to drive even the most demanding speakers. The Current Feedback amplifier technology provides wide-bandwidth and high-speed sound reproduction, while the HDMS-SA3 delivers more dynamic, accurate and detailed sound. The PM6007 features A and B speaker outputs, for two sets of stereo speakers, or for bi-wiring with compatible stereo speakers, 5-line audio inputs, along with a headphone amplifier jack on the front panel, and the high-grade speaker connectors. Features high resolution D/A conversion which provides up to 192 kHz/24-bit resolution for optimum fidelity with high resolution audio file types. This stereo amp has a tone control function and a loudness feature that boosts the bass and treble response at low volume levels to achieve a more pleasing tonal balance. The Source Direct function bypasses unneeded circuit stages (such as the tone controls) for the most direct audio path from input to output. This unit is equipped with a remote power control function and easy setup guidelines so that you enjoy immersive music in just minutesTop comment"Brilliant amp...I bought the PM 6007 amp 2 weeks ago, this is my first ever Marantz & the best i have ever had, i can't get my head around that this amp only puts out 45 watts @ 8ohms (ALLEGEDLY) it is more powerful than that surely, the sound is nothing short of brilliant, it has no problem firing up my 92 dB 180 watts 8 ohm 3 way speakers, i had no idea my speakers actually sounded this great, i do recommend the PM 6007 amplifier, 5 stars, no, i'd give more if i could...I recently upgraded my old Nakamichi amp ( not at all a bad one) and T+A TLS speakers for this amp and Monitor audio bronze speakers. "
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The Marantz PM6007 2-Channel Integrated Amplifier is an upgraded successor of the PM6006. Features current feedback circuitry and a high-capacity power supply to drive even the most demanding speakers. The Current Feedback amplifier technology provides wide-bandwidth and high-speed sound reproduction, while the HDMS-SA3 delivers more dynamic, accurate and detailed sound. The PM6007 features A and B speaker outputs, for two sets of stereo speakers, or for bi-wiring with compatible stereo speakers, 5-line audio inputs, along with a headphone amplifier jack on the front panel, and the high-grade speaker connectors. Features high resolution D/A conversion which provides up to 192 kHz/24-bit resolution for optimum fidelity with high resolution audio file types. This stereo amp has a tone control function and a loudness feature that boosts the bass and treble response at low volume levels to achieve a more pleasing tonal balance. The Source Direct function bypasses unneeded circuit stages (such as the tone controls) for the most direct audio path from input to output. This unit is equipped with a remote power control function and easy setup guidelines so that you enjoy immersive music in just minutesSee all Integrated AmplifiersMarantz - PM7000N Integrated Hi-Fi Amplifier HEOS Built-in Amazon Alexa Compatibility Digital & Analog Sources - Black
Model: PM7000NSKU: 6429961Top comment"Hi-Fi amp with unmatched quality of life features....I don't even know where to start with this amp. I'll start with the TL;DR. This is one tight little number of an integrated amp that anyone dipping their toes into Hi-Fi in the 2020s absolutely needs to consider. ...Amp...All you need in one amp, connectivity, integration and smart features are all in one amp"
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The Marantz PM7000N a first fully discrete, current feedback Hi-Fi Integrated Amplifier that delivers dynamic, detailed and hi-resolution sound (60W x2) to suit your audio preferences. Engineered with Marantz-Proprietary high-grade audio components, current feedback HDAMs, a toroidal transformer and a high-speed instantaneous current power supply, this integrated amplifier provides an exceptional performance for your audio collection while improving efficiency and reducing power consumption. Enjoy your favorite music in any room of your home for a wireless, whole-home audio experience with the built-in HEOS technology. Play the same song in every room or select a different song for each connected room from a multitude of streaming apps like Spotify, Tidal, Deezer, etc. Stream unlimited wireless music via Bluetooth, AirPlay 2 and Wi-Fi. This stereo amplifier provides effortless voice control and total flexibility from the leading voice agents - Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Siri or Josh.ai. Play your favorite tracks, control the volume, or control the thermostat, lights, home appliances, and speakers with just one voice command. Features 4 analog inputs and 1 output, 1 coaxial and 2 optical digital inputs, along with a USB-A input and a phono input for versatile connectivity. Seamlessly connect your digital TV or cable/satellite set-top-box and a Blu-ray or DVD player and enjoy full, dynamic range digital audio playback of your favorite movies and TV shows. Discover the best-in-class listening experience for music and television with Marantz.Top comment"Hi-Fi amp with unmatched quality of life features....I don't even know where to start with this amp. I'll start with the TL;DR. This is one tight little number of an integrated amp that anyone dipping their toes into Hi-Fi in the 2020s absolutely needs to consider. ...Amp...All you need in one amp, connectivity, integration and smart features are all in one amp"
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The Marantz PM7000N a first fully discrete, current feedback Hi-Fi Integrated Amplifier that delivers dynamic, detailed and hi-resolution sound (60W x2) to suit your audio preferences. Engineered with Marantz-Proprietary high-grade audio components, current feedback HDAMs, a toroidal transformer and a high-speed instantaneous current power supply, this integrated amplifier provides an exceptional performance for your audio collection while improving efficiency and reducing power consumption. Enjoy your favorite music in any room of your home for a wireless, whole-home audio experience with the built-in HEOS technology. Play the same song in every room or select a different song for each connected room from a multitude of streaming apps like Spotify, Tidal, Deezer, etc. Stream unlimited wireless music via Bluetooth, AirPlay 2 and Wi-Fi. This stereo amplifier provides effortless voice control and total flexibility from the leading voice agents - Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Siri or Josh.ai. Play your favorite tracks, control the volume, or control the thermostat, lights, home appliances, and speakers with just one voice command. Features 4 analog inputs and 1 output, 1 coaxial and 2 optical digital inputs, along with a USB-A input and a phono input for versatile connectivity. Seamlessly connect your digital TV or cable/satellite set-top-box and a Blu-ray or DVD player and enjoy full, dynamic range digital audio playback of your favorite movies and TV shows. Discover the best-in-class listening experience for music and television with Marantz.See all Integrated AmplifiersArcam - SA20 300W Class G 2.0-Ch. Integrated Amplifier - Gray
Model: SA20SKU: 6338701Top comment"Amp it up...Excellent powerful amp. It powers my whole house full of speakers with clear sound...Good entry level 2 channel amp...Great for anyone looking for a low distortion amp. Good value for the money. I have had other arcam amps and have been happy with all of them."
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Immerse yourself with booming audio using this Arcam SA20 Class G integrated amplifier. The ultra-low distortion lets sound flow cleanly, while the high-quality components provide the durability needed to last years of regular use. This Arcam SA20 Class G integrated amplifier runs 90W of power through each channel for rich audio.Top comment"Amp it up...Excellent powerful amp. It powers my whole house full of speakers with clear sound...Good entry level 2 channel amp...Great for anyone looking for a low distortion amp. Good value for the money. I have had other arcam amps and have been happy with all of them."
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Immerse yourself with booming audio using this Arcam SA20 Class G integrated amplifier. The ultra-low distortion lets sound flow cleanly, while the high-quality components provide the durability needed to last years of regular use. This Arcam SA20 Class G integrated amplifier runs 90W of power through each channel for rich audio.See all Integrated AmplifiersKICKER - CX 400W Class D Digital Mono Amplifier with Variable Low-Pass Crossover - Black
Model: 46CXA4001SKU: 6333354Top comment"Kicker amp...Great amp and good bass meets and beats the standed...Big things really do come in small packages. The size of this amp was a nice change compared to the big bulky amps in used to."
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Enhance music with this KICKER CX-Series Mono amplifier. The three-second delay when turning this device on or off eliminates unwanted interference, while the subsonic filter removes potentially damaging frequencies. This KICKER CX-Series Mono amplifier has a compact design for easy installation, and the Fail-safe Integration Technology-PLUS provides compatibility to work with almost any radio.Top comment"Kicker amp...Great amp and good bass meets and beats the standed...Big things really do come in small packages. The size of this amp was a nice change compared to the big bulky amps in used to."
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Enhance music with this KICKER CX-Series Mono amplifier. The three-second delay when turning this device on or off eliminates unwanted interference, while the subsonic filter removes potentially damaging frequencies. This KICKER CX-Series Mono amplifier has a compact design for easy installation, and the Fail-safe Integration Technology-PLUS provides compatibility to work with almost any radio.See all Mono Subwoofer Amps