Uploaded April 2024 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago

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The Dan Clark Audio (DCA) E3 are definitely the best closed-back Tom has ever heard, but it really does look like they tick so many boxes that they might well qualify as his favourite ever studio headphone for mixing.

00:00 Intro
00:37 Physical Overview
05:38 Target Curves
11:06 E3 Response & Comparisons
18:01 Amps & Interface Recommendations
24:38 Alternatives
26:33 Open Back comparisons
32:18 Conclusion

Products Featured in this Video.

DCA E3 - 4.4mm Balanced Jack Version
scan.co.uk/products/dan-clark-audio-e3-closed-back-headphones-18m-44mm-jack

DCA E3 - 6.35mm Jack Version
scan.co.uk/products/dan-clark-audio-e3-planar-magnetic-headphones-closed-back-1-4-connection-2m-cable

4.4mm to 6.35mm Adapter
scan.co.uk/products/scan-headphone-adapter-10cm-trs-to-44mm-female-for-balanced-cables

Qudelix T71
scan.co.uk/products/qudelix-t71-usb-dac-four-es9219c-sabre-hifi-dac

Topping Professional Interfaces
scan.co.uk/shop-by-brand/topping-professional

ifi Go Bar
scan.co.uk/products/ifi-go-bar-ultra-resolution-portable-usb-stick-type-dac-interface

RME ADI-2/4 Pro SE
scan.co.uk/products/rme-adi-2-4-pro-se


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