[Fltguy]

Clearly I need the headsets that GR now has available.

Unfortunately, my integrated tube amp does not have a headset plug. How best to proceed?

[Hobbsmeerkat]

You will probably want to look at a dedicated headphone amp, that can handle the Verum 1's 8 ohm load.

The one we use for in house testing is the Drop (Massdrop) x Grace Design O2 + SDAC and it's a fantastic combo and quite cheap especially 2nd hand.
There is also an amp-only version called the Grace Design O2 if you wish to use a separate DAC.
The Schiit Fulla headphone amp we also have in house for our speakers doesn't sound nearly as good, imo. The more powerful Magni+ might be a better option

[hawkeyejw]

There’s tons of great (affordable) options for headphone amps. If you want to support a small business check out Geshelli Labs. Family business and just really nice people. They make some beautiful real wood boxes for their products too

[OrangeAgent]

On the affordable end, I really enjoy my JDS Labs Atom. Its got plenty of power for planar drivers, I really enjoy it with my Sundaras. Its warmish, which I enjoy because my DAC is on the measures well but clinical side.

Dragonflys are a cool option for portable use, and could not be simpler to use in a variety of situations, but when I am using my Dragonfly Red instead of my good rig which stays at work, it seems grainy and more congested in comparison.

[rinzzlr]

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[Fltguy]

The Verum headphones operate at a very low 8 ohm impedance. Typically, headphones operate at or above 32 ohms. Should I limit my focus on headphone amps?