Koss PortaPros plugged into my motherboard's onboard audio. Supa hi-end, yo.Show Image(http://www.digimedia.ru/UserFiles/image/materials/2009/august/idozers/KOSS_Porta_Pro.jpg)
Another ATH-AD700 fan here :D
Judging from the picture, Grados are just as uncomfortable as Koss Porta Pros. Ear squeezed directly into foam = bad.
It makes me wonder if all those higher-end cans like properly-amped Beyerdynamic DT880s and anything Stax or electrostatic would really be that much of an improvement in gaming
What's the difference between A700 and AD700?
A = closed, AD = open.
From what I read on the DT880 600ohm at head-fi and other places. Gaming wise they are monsters for it, especially for very serious competitive gaming while the DT770s are more of a fun cans. There's a ****load of reviews on the DT880s and gaming in particular the 600s which seem to produce the best sound when properly amp'd, hell even some people are using the Xonar ST and saying it's just fine for amplification but I'm sure there's always someone coming out and saying external only.
Oh and if you have the luxury,
going out and testing > all.
Yes! Yes! Let the hate flow though you! lolz :P Actually, I find my grados to be quite comfy, as all it took was a slight bend of the headband to reduce the squeezing of the ears. I actually tend to forget that I am wearing them. Now I could see if you had a fat head, you might run into problems, but I don't exactly have that problem. In all seriousness though, I will agree with you that when I initially bought the pair they were a little uncomfortable. Yet, I knew that before I actually paid for them, as I tried them on in store and made my comparisons versus many other competing headphones. In the end, I choose audio quality over comfortability. After about a month the headband naturally stretched out and I noticed I was able to wear them for much lengthier periods of time then when initially got them. Now after having these headphones for over half a year and having put over 300 hours into them I can safely say I can easily (and have) wear these all day and night long.
AKG K240 MKII for me as well.
Just recently bought them. Love those.
Any reason for no mod? The YouTube looked really easy to convert to 595 which is $50 more expensive on Amazon and two times the MSRP?
Sennheiser HD555s with the 595 mod.
Show Image(http://img375.imageshack.us/img375/1023/akgi.jpg)
Emu 0202 USB soundcard
Penguin Amp 'Caffeine'
- AD8397 opamp
- LM6171 ground driver
Connected via home-made cable made of
Mogami 2549 cable &
Neutrik angled stereo mini-jacks
AKG K240 MkII
HD580's are great. Love em. Too bad they are out of production.
any reason a non audiophile who uses his droid for workouts or just ad700 to xfi would want to make an altoid cmoy amp?
i'm just asking cuz they look cool and i just learned how to solder so i was thinking about buying a kit! but i have absolutely no idea what it's for and what it can do, pretty much total noob. (i just think it'd be fun to solder)
Same here. Hooked up to a NuForce Icon amp...
I have a question, by the way. Can you guys tell a difference between 128 kbps MP3 and uncompressed? Or 128 kbps MP3 and 320 kbps?
I can tell the difference
I need to spend some time reading this thread and over at headroom, you guys should post your opinions of what you have. I'd like to get some nice cans in the $100-300 range for use with an amp and some good audio gear that I've recently scored. :biggrin:
I use these Ultimate Ears Triple.Fi 10vi (has mic for phone use) on my commutes, doing yard work and general portable use. Picked them up for $100 last year during the Amazon gold box sale and they are one of the best purchases I've ever made. If I lost them I would pay full retail ($350-420ish) to replace them.
The Sennheiser HD-202's are my leave at work on my desk phones which I don't use much since getting the Triple.Fi 10's but they are an Excellent budget headphone. Really. For $25 they are very tough to beat and quite comfortable.
Do you have trouble reaching enough volume?
HTPC media server or InterToobs Cloud to Slimbox (duet in bedroom) to Gilmore Lite to Sennheiser HD595. I can also use the Slimbox controller as a Wifi iPod with Shure e530 buds.Show Image(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4137/4736071319_8c97d66fef_z.jpg)
As for the difference between high quality FLAC and 320kbps I can't tell a difference quality, but they do sound different.
High quality FLAC? FLAC is lossless.
Blind listening test or it didn't happen.
Wrong ..
Blindtests can pretty much be set up to show whatever result is desired,
a 2 Db mismatch of levels will result in more than 90% of people choosing the loudest source as the 'best-sounding' .
Here's what you do instead :
You take an album that you know well, rip it to a 'lossless' format
and make a lossy version to ..
If you can't hear the difference you are either using a onboard 'soundcard'
and/or other inferior equipment OR you need to contact your doctor for an audiogram ASAP ..
Blindtests can pretty much be set up to show whatever result is desired,
The procedure you describe is exactly how placebo effects are born. You take a track that you already know well, you know which one is the lossy one and which isn't, and then you add the incentive that if you can't hear the difference between lossy and lossless, something must be wrong with your ears or your equipment.
I did not say that you should know what version is being played ..
Blind listening test or it didn't happen.
Wow. Why do you have a crap receiver then?
Just yanking your chain. I usually don't hear a big difference in receivers with speakers but do using headphone amps versus some crappy receiver headphone outs.
So far it's been suggested that I be convinced by:
- a brand of cable
- nightly headache
- career choice
- strong language
If you couldn't care less to convince me, then stop trying to convince me and exit the argument. Everything else is just white noise, bro.
Is there a consensus on what the best $100-$150 range of headphones are? I've seen quite a few mentions of the Sennheisers HD595 and the Audio Technica ATH-AD700.
I have Shure 530 and SuperFis too and you could always try a better headphone amp but the Shure 530 is very low impedence and tends to pick up noise easily (my Touch hisses like crazy with it). I happen to like the Shure bass but hated all the lower end Shure models. I also think the SuperFI mids are muddled (suspect the ovewhelming bass). Or look at custom ear molds.
The trouble with IEMs is it seems you have to pay at least 3X full size cans to get comparable quality.
What's the difference between A700 and AD700?
So I've been "educating" myself over at head-fi. Why does everyone burn everything in? There are guys "burning in" solid-state electronics over there.
Speaker cones do "burn in". Everything else is HeadFi "All In Their Heads" bs.
If by burn in you mean loosen up after 1000s of hours of listening due to wear and tear. You are probably right. Considering the cones are designed to hold their elasticity for as long as possible, this would be normal fatigue. It doesn't make them sound any better though. I think the millions of dollars put into headphone research by the design/engineering team will far outway an end user playing white noise through a speaker cone at medium volumes to 'burn it in'.
Considering interpretation of sound is a purely subjective thing, I am yet to see any scientific evidence which proves that speakers sound 'better' when you burn them in.
edit: not trolling Rip, just disagreeing.
Burn-in, in dynamic speakers at least, is real, but it is not something you "do", it just happens.
If they end up sounding better, or even if there's much difference at all, that's for you to decide.
This thread just reminded me how badly I needed replacement pads for my ATH-M50s, which I researched and ordered just now. Pleather gets so sweaty and nasty.
Oh boy, burn in? I'm no believer in that. I think you get used to the sound signature. But let's make this an "agree to disagree" thing, because I don't think you'll find any studies on it.
(I'd be interested if you could get people who claimed to be able to hear the difference to do so in a double blind.)
How long did that take? I just got a pair of M50s and I'm worried about it.
A friend has some ATH-A700s and his pads are in bad shape. Well, actually, just the left one is gone; the right pad is near immaculate. Pretty odd.
Also, did you order identical OEM replacement pads or something else?
Oh boy, burn in? I'm no believer in that. I think you get used to the sound signature. But let's make this an "agree to disagree" thing, because I don't think you'll find any studies on it.
(I'd be interested if you could get people who claimed to be able to hear the difference to do so in a double blind.)
How long did that take? I just got a pair of M50s and I'm worried about it.
A friend has some ATH-A700s and his pads are in bad shape. Well, actually, just the left one is gone; the right pad is near immaculate. Pretty odd.
Also, did you order identical OEM replacement pads or something else?
I agree with didja. The Triple.Fi 10s are pretty nice. I have those and some ATH-M50s which I also like quite a bit. I also got some triple flange inserts for the Triple.Fis, and that helped out a lot.
Here's my budget setup:
Fuze LOD -> PA2V2 -> Grado SR80
I picked up the PA2V2 and a pair of Senn PX100s for $40 and sniped the Grados for $35.
I'm jealous of the awesome setups that everyone has, but happy enough with this rig for the moment.
What a horrible picture. Oh well, you get the idea.
I'd recommend buying a DAC/amp. Don't amplify a ****ty source to make a giant ****ty.
where'd you get the Fuze cable end?
Hey, you just voted for me in the Troll poll!
You need to upgrade to Senny HD595s.
Just picked up a pair of HD280Pros for 75 bucks free shipping from Newegg... I would post the deal but it was a code and I don't have the email anymore...
Link to the Gilmore Lite Amp webpage (http://www.headamp.com/home_amps/lite/index.htm) just to say you can't buy it anymore!
However GS-1s at $900 are still being sold. Damn those suckers are spendy!Show Image(http://www.headamp.com/home_amps/gs1/images/gs1_silver_phones_med.jpg)
I´m using the AKG701´s which I kinda hate/love. I love them cause when I plug them into my asus essence stx and change ohm (even though its not really needed but it does add some 'bouncieness' to the sound) they sound really/U] good. But they arent very comfortable imho. Maybe its cause I shave my head.
GS 1000's?
It's sad how many people with amazing computers, that are on them constantly, aren't willing to spend a little for good peripherals like headphones and keyboards.
the problem i find with headphone amplifiers are that they don't have enough MegaWatts to fry my headphones or make Dr. Walter Jenning glow like a bad ass.
Most improperly-designed volume post do this. In fact, I've never seen it in the audio world, only in guitar electronics. The way to counteract this is called a treble-bleed circuit. It lets the highs pass so the volume pot doesn't cut them.
But i've to crank the Volume Pot of the Headset, because there must be something like a cap on the Vol Pot, because if you turn the Volume on the headphones down, it creates a stupid loudness effect.What you are hearing there is the interaction of the variable series resistance provided by the volume pot (yeah, it's that primitive) with the frequency-dependent headphone driver impedance. Complex voltage divider. You can go here (http://www.headphone.com/learning-center/build-a-graph.php) and plot the impedance curve of, say, a PX100 to get an idea of how it typically looks like. For drivers this size, there typically is a big hump in the bass region which results in said "loudness" effect.
So I didn't order the HD595, even though I posted the Amazon deal a while back. I put them in my cart and slept on it, and sure enough they were back to normal price the next morning.
I did order the HD555 for less than the HD595 deal price, after reading that they are essentially the same after removing some foam. At the same time I picked up the Grado SR225i to compare with the SR80i that I got my brother for xmas (http://hollywoodjane.files.wordpress.com/2009/12/futurama.png).
The HD555 is WAY laid back compared to either of the Grados. I expected the Grados to be bright, and they are, but I like both of them quite a lot. The HD555 in comparison sounds like listening to speakers hidden behind a heavy curtain or two. Does the HD595 mod make a ton of difference or should I not bother modding and send these back? As they sound today, I'm not really even tempted to keep them around as a nice alternative to the Grados when I'm not in the mood for brightness, I'd rather get something with more interesting qualities, even if it means spending more.
That said, the HD555's circumaural pads are VERY comfortable, with both of the supra-aural Grados with either flats/comfies (SR80i) or bowls (SR225i) kinda hard on the ears after a long listening session. I tried Grado's circumaural G-CUSH (http://www.amazon.com/Grado-G-CUSH-Headphone-Cushion-GS1000i/dp/B0039VP3X6) pads (designed for the higher-end Grados), and they do feel very comfortable, but the drivers in the SR225i are a very poor match; lows and mids are cut, so I have to increase the volume, but the volume increase makes the highs way too shrill to enjoy. I just got a pair of the HD414 pads that are pretty comfy, though I prefer the sound of the bowls.
Anyone have the Denon AH-D2000? I'm thinking of sending back the Sennheisers and picking these up to complement the Grados. I do listen to a good bit of hip hop that would sound nice with a little more thump, and some of the really edgy and loud metal/rock/rap can grate on the ears a bit with the Grado sound.
If you prefer the sound of the bowls but the comfort of the HD414, do what I did:
Thanks, I think I'll give that a shot!
For the record, I don't dislike the sound of the HD555, I just prefer the two Grados I tried for most of the stuff I listen to, and if I were to own two sets of cans I'd go for something more complementary to the Grado sound. The 555s are pretty dark and neutral, and aren't enough to make me want to take off the SR225i to hear something through a different kaleidoscope.
I find Grados degrading.
EDIT: They do.I knew that. What I didn't know was that they made headphones.
Sennheiser HD555 into Terratec PHASE 24FW.
Currently listening to HD600's. Love 'em.
What'd amp are you using, I was thinking about buying/trying these in the near future
he90,r10,o2,ps1k,010 among others.
apex pinnacle,hp4 among others.
all i do is write code while i listen to music. that's my life :)
You're using your Sennheiser as a source? That must sound TERRIBLE!
:P
I've decided the 280Pros are too uncomfortable and that the 555s spoiled me with their delicious velour love. To that end I think I'm going to sell both and pick up a pair of DT770s.
Looks like my English has epically failed :(.
A Ugly American at that!
So, I herd you like Hippy Girls. What about Cheerleaders? They have them in your foreign country?
Looks like my English has epically failed :(.Given that headphones usually come with male phono plugs, you certainly do plug your headphones into your preamp.
I bought a pair of DT770 Pro Headphones about 3 years ago for £77 and they're absolutely fantastic. My friend has them at the moment and I miss them greatly. One of my best purchases ever I think as they cost upwards of £130 now!
Ohmmmmm.......(ah hell, there's plenty of the yoda pic elsewhere).Mani padme hum.
I have the grado sr80i. They completely changed my perspective on audio. I really want a good pair of closed phones too. I am most excited about the possibliity of customizing the DT770's through beyer's website, but that method starts at $299 (before shipping) and you can easily add $60+ in options. They're the same as the silver ones you can grab on amazon for $179, but how can you pass up custom headphones? I think that pro version is discontinued, which might explain the price jump. It seems like they completely dropped that dj section from their website.
Correction: the DJ section is no longer blank and the pro's are listed there again.
Does this mean I don't have to pay for your Ebay keyboards anymore?
Screeners are just terrible. No point in watching good movies with that quality.
Tube rectifiers! I have a guitar amp with those smooth tube rectified analog electrons. I don't think Al Gore would be pleased though.
does anyone else here have high end headphone gear? i was just wondering what anyone had. nowdays there is no shortage of super expensive phones/dacs/amps to choose from.
i doubt i will get the new ultrasone edition. don't like them. i am sure i will get the new stax.
I also have SRH840, and boy does it sound good but the build quality is just plain crap.
Interesting, hadn't heard about that. What's the problem?
I like over-the-ear style headphones...
I used Grado SR80's for years... great sound but dorky looking:Show Image(http://www.gradolabs.com/09_images/sr80i.png)
Recently I switched to Beats by Dre (Solo model):Show Image(http://www.beatsbydres.com/pic/201011191737081787.jpg)
These Beats are my fav headphones I've ever owned.
I'm shocked that a pair of SR80's could be bested by a pair fo beats. Sounds to me like you appreciate bloated bass. The beats are just terribad.
Question for you OPEN headphone owners, especially Senn 595-650's and Beyerdynamic DT880's and similar...
Can you hear a phone ring easily with them on?
Would the sound leakage annoy someone over a 6ft cube wall in a moderately quiet office?
somehow i just know i will get the new stax flagship. i wish i could quit this addiction.
it is stupid quite frankly because my loudspeaker system can best any headphones. period.
it is just harder to hord loudspeakers :)
I got an AKG 702, Pioneer HDJ 2000, a Razer Carcharias and a couple cheap sony headphones that are broken.
I use the AKG 702 with my computer and the HDj 2000 on the go..
The hdj2000 is great on the bus and has some passive isolation.
I only have the Razer Carcharias for the mic but it does sound good.
The hdj-2000 are great for dance/electronica music and have an amazing build quality to it. Magnesium alloy hinges, leathery pads, and foldaway make it great for on the go.
The AKG is not so great in the bass area but I boost the bass with the EQ.. It has a good sound stage that makes me sometimes forget if my speakers or playing or I am wearing headphones.
You definitely don't half-ass your headphone purchases :p those AKG 702's look fantastic!
Now sell them to me. :wink:
Yet a lot of people hate them.
...can I get some for free, then? I'll pay shipping :D
If it's the audio quality, I think I wouldn't mind...best pair of headphones I've ever owned are a $20 pair of Sennheisers.
If it's the looks...you don't need to look at the damn thing, it's on your head!
well, no. my speaker setup is actually very sub-par. they are high end but the room stinks. i personally enjoy them much more than all of my headphones though. many people might disagree. i do collect upper end cans and i still prefer the speakers. thats just imo.
in fact if my speakers were properly setup they would no doubt be a lot better than they are now. i just got the headphone bug a long time ago and i do listen to them regularly. i sometimes switch back between the he90 or o2 and the speakers trying to decide the speakers are better but honestly i am not sure. it is not exactly a straight line comparison. two different animals. speakers and headphones, that. as i said i can't wait to get my hands on the new stax. i hope they live up to the hype.
Here are a few that I found:
Sennheiser HD280 (http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-280-Pro-Headphones/dp/B000065BPB/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1297746432&sr=1-1)
Audio Technica ATH A-700 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000E9VKUQ/ref=s9_bbs_gw_d0_ir03?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=1ZSYR5RGEW01ZJ0ZE9HA&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=470938631&pf_rd_i=507846)
What's the difference between these and the AD700's??
Sennheiser HD448 (http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD448-Closed-Circumaural-Headphone/dp/B002DGTGO0/ref=sr_1_20?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1297746748&sr=1-20)
I asked this same question on a friends of mine's wall to see what he thought (big audiophile) and some 5 of his friends responded with Beats by Dre...waste of money ><
All three are closed-back. Kinda strange on the HD448 since it looks open due to the grill on it but apparently it's closed. No one who is a "big audiophile" would even mention those.
What's closed vs open back?
I got an AKG 702, Pioneer HDJ 2000, a Razer Carcharias and a couple cheap sony headphones that are broken.
I use the AKG 702 with my computer and the HDj 2000 on the go..
The hdj2000 is great on the bus and has some passive isolation.
I only have the Razer Carcharias for the mic but it does sound good.
The hdj-2000 are great for dance/electronica music and have an amazing build quality to it. Magnesium alloy hinges, leathery pads, and foldaway make it great for on the go.
The AKG is not so great in the bass area but I boost the bass with the EQ.. It has a good sound stage that makes me sometimes forget if my speakers or playing or I am wearing headphones.
I sure hope you're plugging the K702's to a proper headphone amp. You're missing half of the quality if not.They're a low-medium impedance load with somewhat modest sensitivity, that's true. An opamp without a good bit of oomph under the hood may well break into sweat at higher levels. At least they're not very picky about output impedance.
You might also be a bass junkie, and therefore you probably wouldn't like most other high end headphones either.K701s/702s exist in multiple versions with varying amounts of bass. Many are on the lighter side of things, and cranking the lows with such a sample doesn't automatically make someone a basshead. It would mean they had the wrong cans though.
sony mdr pro 7506 for life
I used to recommend the 555 but find them too cumbersome to game with and they're of all my cans the only ones falling apart. I'm disenchanted.
Thanks again for all the help guys. I think I'm going to go for the closed 'cans' then...a set of A700's are a good price and seem to be quite good quality. I'll use them when traveling, too, so I hope they're tough enough for that!
From what you said about the difference between closed and open...the closed seems a better fit for me because I'll have them on while on a plane/bus/metro and I like bass. So it's a win-win i think.
AD700s are closed while A700s are open.
They're no Beyers for sure. Cheap and cheerful ABS plastic rather than the much more flexible stuff found on previous generations. Let's hope the current series (558/598) will hold up better.
DENON AH-D5000's!
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I got an AKG 702, Pioneer HDJ 2000, a Razer Carcharias and a couple cheap sony headphones that are broken.
I use the AKG 702 with my computer and the HDj 2000 on the go..
The hdj2000 is great on the bus and has some passive isolation.
I only have the Razer Carcharias for the mic but it does sound good.
The hdj-2000 are great for dance/electronica music and have an amazing build quality to it. Magnesium alloy hinges, leathery pads, and foldaway make it great for on the go.
The AKG is not so great in the bass area but I boost the bass with the EQ.. It has a good sound stage that makes me sometimes forget if my speakers or playing or I am wearing headphones.
I sure hope you're plugging the K702's to a proper headphone amp. You're missing half of the quality if not.
You might also be a bass junkie, and therefore you probably wouldn't like most other high end headphones either.
I've narrowed it down to the Audio-Technica MH50S, the Beyerdynamic DT440, the Beyerdynamic DT770, the AKG-K271MKII, and the Denon AH-D1100.
Which one is the best bang-for-your-buck headphones of this group? I'm going to get a cheap Zalman clip on mic to go with them for gaming.
PS - If anyone is willing to trade a nice set of headphones for a Razer Arctosa keyboard, Razer Mamba mouse, and a Gamecom 367 headset, PM me :wink:
Just make sure they aren't the blacksheep of the range.
Not sure what you mean by this part.
I was planning on 'splurging' on one of these (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001P9EQH8/ref=ord_cart_shr?ie=UTF8&m=AFKH6OU9WWNFS) as well...hopefully it works fine :p
EDIT: Meaning to say, my choice was the 80Ohms. Unless one of the cheaper options is a better bang-for-your-buck. From online reviews, it looks like the ATM50S are the best headsets in this range.
By X-Fi do you mean something like this (http://www.amazon.com/Sound-Blaster-X-Fi-Surround-Refurbished/dp/B003P5IAFY/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1297823917&sr=8-6)?
I'll get to work researching the DT770 and the ATMH50S then...which is good, because I need to take a break from researching international supply chains ><
Though on the upside, with the knowledge I gain I could help EK learn to stock keyboards faster than...never.
somehow i just know i will get the new stax flagship. i wish i could quit this addiction.
it is stupid quite frankly because my loudspeaker system can best any headphones. period.
it is just harder to hord loudspeakers :)
I like the Grados, but if you are looking for comfort and especially off-the-ears comfort they are not it.
MP3 files are lossy-compressed. You can't get the data that has been removed back, so converting them to another format will only make them sound the same or worse. MP3s are not necessarily bad; depends on how heavily compressed they are, and the music itself. I'd listen to what you have and see how it sounds.
I've been amazed at the difference a USB DAC makes even listening to 192k streams on Pandora (I bought the 1 year PandoraOne membership) and I'm just using a FIIO E7 I got for $75 shipped. Because of this, I can't imagine buying a headphone amp that doesn't have USB DAC functionality + portability if you're mobile. Once you have that, then I'd consider a stationary headphone amp. Thankfully it's a hot marketplace for headamps so there are many to choose from and the prices are coming down on many.
Rechargeable batteries offer less current than non rechargeable, thus the compromise.
I believe that the comfort level of Grados is sufficient with the plastic variety. The SR80i I suggested is so light on your ears that if you complain about discomfort you're a sissy. The bowls hurt only on the heavier Grados, the wooden and worse yet the aluminum (like my SR325i) are VERY uncomfortable with the bowls. For my 325is I use the Sennheiser HD414 pads, which offer a warmer sound and a greater level of comfort.
Also, Grados have a interesting headband design. The headband is actually a thin metal strip, but a sturdy one. This means you can pretty much custom tailor the fit of your grado headphones to your head by bending it; eg I have a bit of a cone head, so I bend two divits on the left and right of the center and this gives me a tight by very comfortable and reassuring fit. Now, the SR80i doesn't have the leather sheathe but this is easily fixable if you find that you want it, jmoney leather hand bands tend to be affordable.
Remember how I said I use the Sennhiser HD414 pads? Well there is a MYRIAD of pads available for grado headphones and they're all compatible. S (comfy), M (bowl), G (bagel), HD414 (sennheiser pad, about 5$ a set), etc. And there are more options for people who want to go deeper. Basically, if I had to say so, the single most customizable headphone on the market are any given grado product. Some cans respond better to some pads, and I wouldn't reccomend bagel pads on the SR80i for example, but bowls, any day of the week.
The Denon D2000 I picked up last month, now that is comfortable!
*checks amazon.com...*
Awww :(
How is this (http://www.amazon.com/FiiO-E7-Portable-Headphone-Amplifier/dp/B003E6K1VK/ref=zg_bs_13880161_2) as compared to the bithead?? Seems a lot of people like this.
Looking at reviews, it seems the ATH-M50S is still my best bet. I'm 90% sure I'm sticking with that. Need to read a few more reviews to cement my decision.
If a $150 Ducky keyboard costs '10 tons of bamboo,' how many tons do these cost?? 40 tons?
...that's a lot of bamboo for you to part with.
I wish I could offer an opinion myself. I actually don't care for the sound of denon's, but I may have to try them again. The bithead has the option of simply powering it from USB, and for low impedance headphones this is sufficient. For high impedance headphones, you'll most likely prefer something of more testicular fortitude. For grados, it's wonderful. If the fiio e5 is any indication of the E7's performance, I probably would strongly dislike it. They in my opinion don't really offer anything past a volume control for line out from an iPod, whether this is true for the E7, I cannot say.
I am the chairman of a bamboo production and harvesting conglomerate. The best part of it is being called the chairman.
The E5 is probably a strong indicator of the quality of the E7, and seeing as the E5 isn't very good I doubt the E7 is.
As a price compromise between the two, I found a NuForce Icon uDac (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003Y5FRNS/ref=ord_cart_shr?ie=UTF8&m=A15OOFJ01NGILN) that seems to be pretty popular. It's a smaller unit than the other two we've mentioned, but apparently it's a big performer. I don't think it can be used with mobile devices, though, but at the price point of headphones I'm looking at I doubt any of them are powerful enough to warrant buying an amp for my ipod touch :p I'd rather just get a USB one for my laptop/pc.
The 80 hours of battery life and lithium-ion battery on the E7 still has me interested, even if the quality is ~E5 standards (which, as you pointed out, is probably not the case). Again, I don't have a trained ear for great amps so I don't know if I'd really be able to tell an okay amp from a good amp. It suffers less EMF than the bithead, which seems to be pretty prone to it, and is small enough to sit on my laptop and take with my ipod if i feel like carrying it around.
The NuForce on the other hand looks like a solid piece of equipment that will do well with both my laptop and desktop, that doesn't suffer much from EMF. So I guess it's a toss up between these two. Anyone have a quarter...?
Maybe XL, you should instead get a cheap penguin/altoids cmoy headphone amp and grab a grado. Much cheaper and those cmoys often have rechargable batteries.
Not to mention how badass those tins look. Totally macgyver looking :biggrin:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Micro-Cmoy-headphone-amp-Opamp-2227-Amplifier-/250774930116?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3a6359c2c4#ht_2050wt_1139 (http://cgi.ebay.com/Micro-Cmoy-headphone-amp-Opamp-2227-Amplifier-/250774930116?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3a6359c2c4#ht_2050wt_1139)
I can't find much about them online. Do you have personal experience with them?
I love the Denon D2000's enough that I will be watching for some D7000's.
As for the FIIO E7, you can get it here for $75 SHIPPED (http://cgi.ebay.com/New-FiiO-E7-Earphone-Headphone-Portable-Amplifier-/110639504749?pt=Other_MP3_Player_Accessories&hash=item19c2a0dd6d#ht_2120wt_1139) if you offer. It charges via usb and has a lithium ion battery. My only complaint is the jack quality but I would buy again. Great intro head amp.
If the bithead takes AA's, spring for some Eneloops from Amazon and a good intelligent charger. They cost but are great batteries with long shelf life and will save you in the long run.
The Fubar IV looks great, as do many others out there.
He declined an offer of $70 shipped before accepting $75. You could try local pickup but most volume ebayers don't like local pickup. Honestly $75 is an unbelievable deal for this amp. It's cheaper than China sources.
How can I be certain that I would hear a difference if I did upgrade some of my equipment.
The small amount of research that I've been able to do, this week, tells me that the source matters a great deal, regardless of the outlet.
Given too that most of my listening comes from gaming and podcasts, is it worth considering?
I trust this man...if only from his name.
I guess I'll get the CMoy amp linked above for now, as well as the ATH-M50S. If I need a better one I can buy it. The ATH-M50S should work fine through my PC and laptop even without the amp, too.
That's a good path to follow. I wouldn't start by upgrading, I'd start by diversifying. Buy what you want now, but then branch out.
Also, seriously consider the RA-1 clone. It's similarly cheap and would more than likely actually sound better.
The only thing that kills me about this is I want the USB DAC for the random times I'll pop on CS, or to run my speakers through when I feel like laying down and blasting music over speakers.
The CMOY won't have that.
I guess it's E7/bithead/nuforce or bust then.
On another note, I've decided on the Audio Technica M50S. My girlfriend's brother is a musician and recommended them over similar pricepoint Sennheisers, Denons, and AKGs. He did say, though, if I wanted to pick up a great pair of headphones and not worry too much about money the AKG 701s are a good idea. But yeah...money and all that jazz.
Games and podcasts are usually already lossy compressed. Not that this means a lot, I've yet to be able to separate (decent) lossy and lossless in a blind listening test. But if you're not a dedicated music-head, then I wouldn't go crazy on headphones. There are good ones even in a modest price range.
Thank you, GM. Your post was quite helpful. The only other issue that I can see is that my need for a mic apparently cuts the potential pool by a massive percentage. While I noticed that there are a solid number of in-ear headphones that are iPhone compatible (and therefore have a mic), I'm going to assume that the mic is of the kind that one has to hold to their mouth when speaking. That's no joy for gaming over Ventrilo.
Certainly the various gaming peripheral companies (e.g. Razer and Steelseries) have "gaming" headsets; I tend to think they're a lot of money for a lot of flash, though. I fell into that trap a few years ago when I bought my Death Adder, a Tarantula keyboard, a pair of Razer Barracuda headphones. The Death Adder I swear by. The other two were fragile, ill-functioning wastes. Razer mice withstanding, I probably won't touch another "gaming" product unless the cries of its greatness penetrate the heavens.
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Man, this audio business is far more complicated than my foray into mechanical keyboards.
Funny, that's just the mic I bought too. Headsets usually sound bad. The only downside with the Zalman is that it won't fit on the thin (typical for cheap) headphone cables.
i have some ultra high end phones and a exceptionally high end loud speaker system. let's just leave it at that. i do not really want to get into the specifics.
i guess it would be a toss up between the he90 and the speakers. either is more than good enough.
the funny thing is have had nimwit's a/b with bose and they exclaimed "they both sound like headphones". lol.
it is like a cigar or irish single malt whiskey. you have to have the ability to realise the difference.
Nice thread here! as I just tossed my shabby Stelseries headphones out of my window, I am now in desperate need of another pair of good headphones.
As I know nothing about audio devices whatsoever, I will list some of the features I desire and hopefully you guys can give me an idea of what to get:
- I'm planning to use them on my PC (which has an external USB sound card connected to it) and mainly just for listening to all kinds of music, I don't care about gaming.
- Comfort is my top priority, I want it to be well-made with decent materials, and as light as possible
- I prefer an open-ear design, is that what they are called? open-ear? any way, I want to be able to hear my surroundings with them on
that's about it, my budget is $500, what headphones am I looking at?
Came over here from my recommendation? Heheh...you came to the right place! These guys are great ;)
Remember those AT headphones I said I bought? I cancelled the order. I came through some money on eBay and I'm looking at the AKG701 (http://www.amazon.com/AKG-K-701-WHITE-HEADPHONES/dp/B000EBBJ6Y/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1298263429&sr=8-1) again. They look great...lot's of people have love for them, and they're fantastic for the price. If I had $500 I'd go for them and save the rest :p
that AKG looks great, shape/size look perfect, is AKG a reputable brand? I've heard of them but not familiar with the brand at all.
now come to think of it, are wireless headphones any good? As long as they aren't too heavy I think I could use some less cords on my dekstop.
In my internet travels I have heard high praise of AKG. I think they're definitely a safe bet.
I wouldn't go with wireless...I doubt the sound quality would be as good. And no one say ya had to keep the headphones always plugged in...the AKG come with a really cool stand you can display them on next to your pc.
Ya the last time I had a wireless headphone was a while ago and it was awfully heavy with horrid battery life, guess the sound quality isn't as good either?
does that AKG 701 have an open ear design?
the k701 can be powered very nicely by the ps audio gcha which is now half price for $499. it was well worth the original $1,000 imo.
there are some other amps which are even less money and will do it good. there are the chinese amps from pacific valve sound very nice but sometimes they explode lol.
the gcha and k701/2 is a reference quality system imo. not the finest there is but darn good.
the k701 can be powered very nicely by the ps audio gcha which is now half price for $499. it was well worth the original $1,000 imo.
there are some other amps which are even less money and will do it good. there are the chinese amps from pacific valve sound very nice but sometimes they explode lol.
the gcha and k701/2 is a reference quality system imo. not the finest there is but darn good.
Using a amp with most consumer headphones is like the difference between Dark Blue/Light Blue Cherry MX and Dark Brown/Light Brown Cherry MX.
In other words not much but fun to argue about.
I'm not familiar with these headphone amps, do they work the same way as an USB sound does? $499 sounds expensive for just the amp... leaves me $1 for headphones.
That was the one place I thought was safe from knock offs... chinese audio gear. But nope.
I said most consumer headphones.
These days I go for convenience so I can pick up music anywhere in the house. Nobody sits in their living room listening to music any more - that's why HiFi is turning into an Old Doods hobby.
FLAC over Wifi.
Settle for no less. And jitter my ass.
As mythical as the key transposition errors on my Filco Zero.
If you ever go to Hong Kong they have some REALLY good knockoffs. Made in Hong Kong by electrical engineers in their spare time using expensive tube amps as their 'inspiration.' These knockoffs are hand made, good or better quality as $5000 tube amps, for somewhere around $800USD. A fantastic deal if you live in Hong Kong, but I wouldn't want to risk transporting them!
Source: Audiophile friend who lives 3 months a year in Hong Kong
Well, you could stream from home as well.
But I just grab a Sansa Clip and a $12 Phillips over the ears (http://www.amazon.com/Philips-Neckband-Headphones-SHS5200-28/dp/B003CJTR8M/ref=dp_cp_ob_e_title_1) (I look like a dork but so does every other Hipster in town with huge cans). Buy a bunch - the jack will crap out in a few years but at $12 the performance/price ratio can't be beat.Show Image(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41wdL0mOimL._SL500_AA300_.jpg)
My iPod Touch hates my Shure SE530s - the noise floor is terrible (I assume due to an impedence mismatch).
Plus my motto is always match the headphones to the source and usage.
well it is strange about china. what you generally see for consumers usually spells low quality. or even disaster. there are some chinese amps that are original designs and are of exceptionally high quality. they sell for 5 grand but compete with 20 grand amps! for instance xindak. the 840 series of cambridge audio is going to outperform anything in'ts price range but it can't count as wholly chinese. it is assembled in china. nad, same thing. there are other very high end chinese products but the names escape me at the moment.
the problem with the china only imported amps is someone has to change the xformer etc. that is where it all goes downhill with these outfits. besides china does not hold companies liable like other countries afaik. i think there are some very nice cheap amps like this. i am capable of checking under the hood if you will. if you are not i'd forget those.
i am certainly not afraid to buy the right chinese products.
as asked: no, i do not use a portable amp. as none of my cans are portable. in the truest sense of the term. try wearing the he90/hev90 "orpheus". :)
I can't agree here at all. Even low end headphones get much clearer sound with a decent headphone amp. And with higher end consumer headphones like the AKG K701 the difference between amp and no amp is like night and day.
Maybe it is helpful to give a little background on what makes headphones "fussy". There are several different factors:
1. Impedance variation. Will lead to bent frequency response due to interaction with output impedance. Sound will be "right" for a narrow range of output impedance values only. For example, Sennheiser HD598s (60 ohms min, 280 ohms max) sound right on a plain ol' Clip (<<10 ohms), while a typical integrated amp output jack (330..470 ohms) turns them into basshead cans with a 10 dB boost around 80 Hz. Multi-driver BA IEMs can be even worse - a Super.fi 5Pro's impedance response looks like a rollercoaster with a maximum of over 80 and a minimum of only 8 ohms. They better be optimized for some non-zero output impedance, 'cause otherwise it would take 1 ohm or less for a deviation of under 1 dB. By contrast, something like a lowly Sennheiser CX300 (in spite of its 16 ohms) or a 250 ohm Beyer DT880 are far less critical. I have recently added some impedance data and calculation for FR deviation to the headphone sensitivity table (http://stephan.win31.de/sensitivity.ods).
2. Low impedance and modest sensitivity at the same time, making an amp break into sweat more easily. K701s, for example, and orthodynamics even more so. In return, those aren't too fussy about output impedance.
3. Very high impedance can be a problem if output voltage swing just isn't too big. Some Euro-capped MP3 players can barely drive reasonably sensitive fullsize cans like my old HD590s (~110 dB SPL / 1 Vrms) to acceptable volumes, while my Rockbox'd Clip gets 600 ohm cans reasonably loud.
Oh, and ripster may want to look at a current-generation (4G) Touch. Along with the iPhone 4G, they are supposed to be near noiseless (noticeably better than a Clip+, which is not a slouch to begin with).
I know this from personal experience. my I+ can drive HD800's but not HD580's. The HD800's and HD580's have the same impedance, but marginally different sensitivities.But how can a few dBs make such a difference? Nominally their sensitivity should even be the same, and impedance differs by maybe 10%.
But how can a few dBs make such a difference? Nominally their sensitivity should even be the same, and impedance differs by maybe 10%.
And a headphone amp that can't drive HD580s, the quintessential "OMG you need an amp!!!1" cans back in the day (and, to be honest, hardly an extremely critical load)? What did they construct that one for, martians? Or do you merely have a very quiet source?
Apparently the LD I+ has an opamp gain stage and output buffer with reasonably beefy transistors, which at least on paper seems OK and not something to fail driving a measly HD580. Of course it still has the tube stage, thus the THD+N of .2% @ 1 Vrms and .6% at 3 Vrms, so distortion will be higher for higher-impedance, lower-sensitivity cans. Still, 1 Vrms should be plenty loud on '580s, and 0.2% with a presumably 2nd-order-dominated distortion spectrum isn't anything tragic by any means.
I'm listening to them right now, they sound great! I can really feel the bass, and I'm picking up sounds in songs I love that I hadn't heard before.
I'm a true believer now :p And this is all with onboard audio LOL so I'm only assuming it just gets better from here :p
2.) They are a little tight. I don't have a huge head, but it's fairly big. The band has plenty of flex to it, so I'm sure after some wear it'll loosen up.
(Speaking of which, the "natural" upgrade path to ATH-M50s would seem to be HD650s.)
Closed cans have to be somewhat tight for best isolation, no way around that. At least these big circumaurals are reasonably comfortable, their mid-sized supraaural cousins can be quite bad since they press on the ears themselves.
They're not closed though :/
I hate on-the-ear headphones for this reason. Can't stand the feeling I get after maybe half an hour with them squeezing my ears!
I have another question...what is the best media player for both OSX and Windows? I prefer to use the same program for both OS's. I've got Foobar2000 on my desktop right now, but I'm still looking for one that works on both (just for reasons of familiarity, I guess).
I might just end up using iTunes since I do quite like Genius...but I hate how the program makes my music files retarded. I don't know how to explain it...it seems like it retags all my music and splits them in so many different folders. Is it possible to just use the source folders? Or will it not use Genius correctly?
It seems like finding a good all-in-one media player is quite tough. I know ripster loves MediaMonkey, but it doesn't work on Mac.
I guess until a better alternative presents itself, iTunes is the best bet for me?
And I also guess my issue with foobar lies with my complete lack of knowledge of how to do anything in foobar haha...it seems like it needs at least some sort of scripting ability. I can't really make heads or tails of it so I just use the basic black layout :/
I guess until a better alternative presents itself, iTunes is the best bet for me?
MediaMonkey & MagicNodes. Better tagging than Foobar. REACT & EAC, better ripping than Foobar.
@Daniel: Are you using it through WINE? That's the only feasible solution I've found.
I normally am a windows user, but on my xubuntu rig at school I run it through wine. It is simple to do on linux, so I imagine it would be straightforward on wine for OS X.
In regards to the Foobar vs other media players argument...
I use separate programs for tagging and ripping (mp3tag and EAC), which are somewhat more functional than Foobar. I am not averse to using more than one program for media management. You spend 99% of that time in your media player anyways.
My iPod Touch hates my Shure SE530s - the noise floor is terrible (I assume due to an impedence mismatch).
Plus my motto is always match the headphones to the source and usage.
They didn't come with am attenunator of some kind? Wait, that was probably UE.... (sorry! I can't remember what came with my SE530s five years ago!) Well you can try one of those or this is one of those situations where a $20cheap amp might actually come in useful...
I used to have ButtShakers on my gaming chair and then one day I moved beyond OCN puberty. (http://www.parts-express.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?Partnumber=300-863)
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Schiit Valhalla
Hows the Valhalla go with the HD650? I can't wait for my 650's to get here but now I'm in search of an amp to match them with. Was thinking Crack OTL but imma so lazy for DIY these days.
Hows the Valhalla go with the HD650? I can't wait for my 650's to get here but now I'm in search of an amp to match them with. Was thinking Crack OTL but imma so lazy for DIY these days.
...panda-r out of character? Lolwut?
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Senn HD650 + Zu Mobius & Gamma 2 dac
Nice picture. AMB y2 sure is a fine piece of gear.
@roasty, thx for the impressions... i was saving up for the audio-gd NFB-10ES as peeps have been saying it pairs well with the HD650 but it's so hard to resist trying cheap options out there considering i already have a dac to boot.
Where did u get the Zu? i can't seem to find anything online.
Just picked up brand new Sony MDR-RF810RK. Batteries finnished charging up this morning so I'll finally be able to test them. I just wish they included a carrying case with the headphones.As long as you're aware that wireless cans like that are mainly geared towards TV watching and that those in particular need pretty high output levels from the source if the transmitter is not to turn off automatically, they should be OK.
@roasty, thx for the impressions... i was saving up for the audio-gd NFB-10ES as peeps have been saying it pairs well with the HD650 but it's so hard to resist trying cheap options out there considering i already have a dac to boot.In terms of audio, you could do no worse than relying on word of mouth. On Head-Fi, anything can be FOTM. Fact is, a HD650 is not a very difficult load. Also, the Audio-gd amps may be fancy and sport a high parts count, but I'm afraid they're not particularly good amplifiers (not untypically for Chinese audiophile gear, it seems). Unless you consider competing with a smartphone impressive (http://dl.project-voodoo.org/RMAA/reports/nfb-12-galaxys-voodoosound-load-hd650.htm), that is.
Where did u get the Zu? i can't seem to find anything online.
Fancy upgrade cables are pretty much audiophile snake oil. The HD650's stock one is perfectly fine.
In terms of audio, you could do no worse than relying on word of mouth. On Head-Fi, anything can be FOTM.
As long as you're aware that wireless cans like that are mainly geared towards TV watching and that those in particular need pretty high output levels from the source if the transmitter is not to turn off automatically, they should be OK.
Bwahahahaha! I made you buy a HD595!!!!!
If I knew you were such a basshead I would have told you to have your ear canals surgically enlarged!
I FEEL THE BEAT!Show Image(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5254/5550857673_fac2c0b6dc_b.jpg)
So jealous.
it's like having an orgasm in your ears... oh wait that doesn't sound too good.In fact, they do call this "eargasm".
Sony MDF-RF810RK and Wi-Fi don't go well together. The wifi router is right next to my monitor and I played some Team Fortress 2 but I could hear this constant annoying beating sound that goes 'tup-tup-tup-tup' in the background. It goes away, if I turn off the router. I tried changing channels on the router and the headphones to no avail. The annoying sound remains even, if I turn off the Sony RF transmitter. Stupid.Looks like the 2.4 GHz radiation is getting into the Sony's 863 MHz receiver somehow and made audible by the FM discriminator. Maybe frontend filtering isn't too great, or some amplifier is acting as an RF demodulator here. (I certainly wouldn't expect any miracles from €30 wireless cans.)
Curiously, what would you recommend for headphones intended to be used heavily(6-8 hours)? Preferably closed but open is fine too.
Stipulation: roughly $100(on sale :P) and must be stupidly comfortable. Thinking ath-ad700.
So far I have thoroughly enjoyed my HD650's despite their thick and voluptuous dark sound. Now the question that remains is if I should be happy with these or continue my quest for audio Nirvana?
I thought I heard you coming.
Ewww............
That's actually modelled after a 4D ultrasound image of a fetus.
Curiously, what would you recommend for headphones intended to be used heavily(6-8 hours)? Preferably closed but open is fine too.You generally don't want to use closed cans for 6..8 hours in a row. Comfy open ones ftw.
Stipulation: roughly $100(on sale :P) and must be stupidly comfortable. Thinking ath-ad700.There's not that much choice in this price region. Either those, or some HD555s ($85 at Amazon).
I always thought Tubes compressed the frequencies too much (because they do).
Tubes are the Topres of HeadFi.More like Logitech G series boards. Bling outside, meh inside.
OK for guitar amps though. Guitars live in the midrange with lots of dirty signals.Overdriving properties are another story entirely. Tubes tend to be well-behaved here, with none of the "lock-up" issues that can take semiconductor-based amplifiers a while to recover after they hit supplies (let alone inversion, as encountered with some opamps).
Long Live CHAIRMAN MAO!
You generally don't want to use closed cans for 6..8 hours in a row. Comfy open ones ftw.
https://picasaweb.google.com/ThompsonRyan Different models require different steps. Really is never the same process each time.
they sound as bad as all open air headphones will. One isn't going to be amazingly better. I believe the ad900 are closed
As long as you're aware that wireless cans like that are mainly geared towards TV watching and that those in particular need pretty high output levels from the source if the transmitter is not to turn off automatically, they should be OK.
I was looking for the two pin ones.
They'll sound even better back in the box!
I find I like the DT880/600s when I haven't listened to my HD650s for awhile.Which is understandable, given the difference in highs (and, to a lesser degree, bass).
Which is understandable, given the difference in highs (and, to a lesser degree, bass).Show Image(http://graphs.headphone.com/graphCompare.php?graphType=0&graphID%5B%5D=853&graphID%5B%5D=2751)
Interesting how they track pretty well within the mids.
How much did those cans cost
$269!~
Too much.
Sennys are always worth what they are priced because German engineering DESERVES respect.
I want a good set of grado's to replace my ath-700s as my daily driver. Anyone have any suggestions. I love how comfortable the ath-700s are and am worried that the grados are not as comfortable.
My Porta Pro's bit the dust after about seven years of use, so HD595s are in the mail.
Koss has a lifetime warranty, you might be able to swing a free replacement for the Porta Pros.
Don't get me started on earphones.
Worse price/performance of any audio equipment.
Even a Ducky keyboard has a better price/performance ratio.
I don't think that big fuzzy headed panda guy would agree about the HD650>HD595 comfort thing.
I like my HD595. But I rarely wear them since dancing to J-Pop is difficult with them on.
I don't think that big fuzzy headed panda guy would agree about the HD650>HD595 comfort thing.
I like my HD595. But I rarely wear them since dancing to J-Pop is difficult with them on.
I crack under stress too. Especially when driving.
Earbuds cause your eardrums to implode making Audiologist doctors wealthy.
That reminds me. I need to load up on Hearing Aid stock.
What? Whats that you say?
Grado RS-1s are probably my favorite headphones out of everything I owned (they weren't the "i" model, they had buttons). Stax Lambdas were my other favorite and I definitely prefer them for some things. I've heard great things from friends about the DACs in the Peachtree integrated amps and that the amp is sufficient.
I would love to hear that speaker rig.
Bear with me.
I need some tubes for my headphones and I need some lubes for my...Bones.
AH, he's a troll.Hehe, you troll, you.
I was wondering why he told me to buy a PS/2 cable when I told him I already measured 5V off the PS/2 connector.
Nobody reads posts on the Internet anymore.True. It's becoming a write-only medium.
they're angry because they're not canadian, obviously.
DT990s are probably my least favorite headphones I've ever used considering how much they cost. Never heard the DT880s I know they're completely different and apparently do have a midrange.
Someone buy my DT880/600s, I need the T1s now. Thanks.
I am really debating selling my Lcd-2's today :9
I am really debating selling my Lcd-2's today :9
Someone buy my DT880/600s, I need the T1s now. Thanks.
What stat amp are you using MrSneis?
Why a USED Gilmore Lite? The panda-R only buys NEW. He SELLS lots of minty threadcrapping quality stuff though.Show Image(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4137/4736071319_8c97d66fef_z.jpg)
I have a big sharpie.
Brb.
It is infinitely easier to waste money at HeadFi than here.
Do they think Gold Plated USB DAC connectors sound better?
My Dr. can beat up your Dr.!
Is that another stripper terminology thing you Canadians use?
Get a grado sr80i . Can't be beat in the price range.
Hi, if there is any audiofiles lurking around here would you mind throwing some knowledge at me. I was looking into some headphones but im not sure i could spend $100+ ... i was thinking of either buying a sub $50 headphone or saving for one around $100
but since there dont seem to be many good headphones around 100 even if i convinced myself to spend that much aside from the hd555(disliked by audiophiles?) a/ad700(prolly best in price range?) m50(mabe best ?)
so i was leaning towards getting something on the cheaper side... seeing if i take to fine audio then go on from there ... for the lower price range i was thinking between JVc harx700 or harx900 (900 has better pads, better sound ??) same drivers so pads prolly biggest difference..? also the Samson sr850 which is the one im thinking of getting atm
ill be using these for gaming/movies/music .. i like most music styles but prolly more rockish(alt-rock) type things . i put a heavy emphasis on comfort .. my audio experience is limited to random earbuds including my current M9's so as i said before im looking for advice on whether to go cheaper or save up and which headphones are best in given price ranges looking for biggest bang/buck
concerns i have with the $100 price range is that there doesnt seem to be alot of value in that range... as the sound of headphones in that range seem pretty lacking (ex: bass lightness) and as im a newbie i doubt i could appreciate the mid/high differences between those 2 ranges (as newbs tend to prefer bass
as the sr850's are hiked up in price atm(highest they've been for awhile says amazon price tracker) i have some time to decide before they come back down
anyways - rant over
My bose cracked in half after about 3 years.
Bose Blows.
Which Samsons are you considering?
I found the SR850 (http://www.amazon.com/SR850-Professional-Studio-Reference-Headphones/dp/B002LBSEQS/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1304948434&sr=8-8), which look to be about the same price point. The Superlux HD 681 (http://www.amazon.com/Superlux-681-Dynamic-Semi-Open-Headphones/dp/B002GHIPYI/ref=sr_1_cc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1304948550&sr=1-1-catcorr) is a more direct competitor to that phone, at a much better price point. The sound is similar to the 668's when modded (do some searching at HeadFi).
On further inspection: it looks like they're both made by the same company (http://rockgrotto.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=review&action=display&thread=5788)!
Koss has a lifetime warranty, you might be able to swing a free replacement for the Porta Pros.
I'd see if I liked the sound first by trying the standard model first. You'll be getting another someday anyway and can upgrade then. Like shiny spacebars these things don't last forever.
I wonder if audiophiles(seriously, you have to be damaged to pick that description for yourself) also practice voodoo, astrology and alchemy.
This is why Pandas face extinction.
Now your typical tube puts out 4K to 8K output impedence. So matching to your headphones is just not a natural act.
Do you have twitter? That would make our lives so much easier!
tube amps don't interest me at all
obviously because u don't want to get laid.
you can pick up a cheap chip amp off fleaBay for under $50 for iPod use. search for cmoy.
Utah women are HAWT.
I have to agree.
I wish I could afford big tube amps for home audio but I've stuck to big solid state so far.
Denon POA-2400 that is probably related to Kit from Knight Rider
http://www.audioscope.net/images/denonpoa2400.jpg
Wish I had the coin for a pair of these tube monoblocks (http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?ampstube&1310096758) .... 282lbs to ship!
http://pic3.audiogon.com/i/c/f/1304912723.jpg
Oh wait, we're talking HEADamps. The FIIO E7 I have is decent for a portable with Denon AHD-2000's but I'd like to try something higher end.
Anyone could recommend a great (for the buck) external PC Audio card ?
Also, I would be looking for a great (bang for the $) desktop audio amp.
I'm looking for a kinda-easy solution since I'm a total noob on the matter (wish to learn though).
I have a POA-2400A :)
I don't know if mine is an A or not, but it's a Denon 2400. I love Denon POA amps and hope to find 1-2 more 2400's so I can tri-amp my KEF Reference 203's with 660W per side :)
I also have a Denon POA1500 and love it's big VU meters
http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u46/pleasurepaul/0a54_3.jpg
I recently sold this Carver M500T to a guy who was going to use 2 of them as bridged 700W monoblocks.
Phillip, you should trade me your 2400 for a bunch of keyboards. I'd hook you up big time.
On these "A" models, Denon used something they called Optical Class A, their version of a sliding bias control via optical link, for reduced crossover distortion.
What's a DAC and should i get one?
My computer sounds fine. Super quiet fans, dampened case... I'm very happy with how my computer sounds.
It was hard enough getting rid of the sounds I imagined wouldn't be there... Maybe I should get noise cancelling headphones?
put them in a box and ship them to me.
OK, getting pissed now. 7.1 analog on a Asus Xonar Essence is a joke without the H6. And the H6 is like a Unicomp Mini as far as I can tell.
Ripster, why don't just slap external coaxial or optical S/PDIF DAC and be done with it? Your motherboard must have one such output most probably. In the worst case, it will have S/PDIF header somewhere, and you'll need (few dollar) S/PDIF Out bracket like this:
These high-price PC "sound cards" are a fad. One well going, it seems.
Anyone running M-audio cards with a 7.1 analog setup?
Oh damn. A Onkyo 7.1 soundcard (http://en.akihabaranews.com/90573/audio-systems/onkyo-releases-a-new-wavio-audio-card-powered-by-creatives-x-fi-technology). $400.Show Image(http://www.akihabaranews.com/wp-content/uploads//images/3/73/90573/1.jpg)
DAC seems to only make sense if I plan on doing a lot of headphone listening.With digital music a DAC is always present somewhere. But why would you have it in an overpriced card in a noisy computer, when you have almost free digital output on the mobo nowadays and can have nice DAC/preamp conveniently outside?
What's a DAC and should i get one?
I wouldn't go to that category unless I have a whole library of lossless collections, as well as a high end amp + high end speakers to match it.
Hmm... nobody has a 7.1 sound card they use personally and recommend? Something OTHER than Creative please.
Somebody post this question at HeadFi.
No. Who in gods name uses 7.1 on their PC these days?
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Research is important. Then you go to the store and try the candidates. Then you buy the pretty version of the winner!
What if the GF wears pink Nikes?Show Image(http://static.igossip.com/photos_2/may_2011/christina_ricci.jpg)
Those with the split headband, so the 25-1 II. Thought about modding them with a mic, but I'd need to get an extra pair as these are only for my listening needs.
Yesterday an ebay auction ended with the HMD 25's for the price of regular HD, it was a good deal but I'm feeling too lazy to mod anything right now.
Here's a pic I stole from
Had the Sony MDR V6
These are the buckling spring of headphones. They last and last and won't die even long after we discover something better. Mine are 24 years old and still deliver. Not many phone models on the market a quarter century, let alone lasting that long.
However I've had good luck with Sennys in the past and doubt it's a manufacturing issue just like the Filco ping issue has been proven to not be a manufacturing issue.
$1500 seems a bit high.
That does it.
I'm typing up my Braun German Engineering thread as we speak.
And they are american made.
How are headphones made?Click for more info
All Sennheiser HD800 headphones are hand-made at the Hannover production facility. In theory, they could make 5000 pairs a year, but manufacturing capacity is flexible to meet demand.
If all components are to hand, it takes around 45 minutes for a series of skilled workers to assemble a pair of HD800s – after which each set of Sennheisers is tested (of which more later).
I was talking about the LCD2s being american made.Ok , get it.
I always say: If it looks too fancy, it probably is.It's too much expensive for me to afford :( The price for a HE 90+HEV 90 was $12,900 (in 1995!)
Also, being the Optimus Maximus of headphones is not really a compliment.Yepp, right. But finally i didn't mean it like that. Better: It is the Optimus Maximus of headphones because of the price.
Just compared Koss Porta Pro, AKG K26p and Grado SR80. What a piece of junk those Koss are. Too much base, hardly heard what the singer sang in ZZ Top - Gimme all your lovin.
The heat from those tubes may indeed be lethal.
I don't like "warm" sounding electronic music. Good for a guitar amp, I guess.
I find the LCD-2 to be well driven by relatively weaker amps. My ibasso d10 cobra with the gain drove them past my listen volume.
Just compared Koss Porta Pro, AKG K26p and Grado SR80. What a piece of junk those Koss are. Too much base, hardly heard what the singer sang in ZZ Top - Gimme all your lovin.
Make sure you tighten the screws once in a while. My right screw has made some mild marks on the wood because I wasn't careful and didn't see it being loose.
Ditto on that!!!!
I used to use a behind the neck variation for jogging and if they were still made I still would be still.
You have to cut a nickel-sized hole in the porta pro foam for them to sound any good. After that, they're great for the price- but would never touch the SR-80 for sound quality.
To be fair, the Porta Pro's are only $20. I like em.
The philips head screws? So far mine seem to be holding up. How long did it take for yours to loosen?
Please note. "Fly Eyes" is not an Asian joke.
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It didn't take long, but I didn't notice for a long time.
Some of my earlier headphones and gear
Kinda sorry to say, that's not even half my collection. My friend's a headfi member since 05 and I joined in 06. Spent literally thousands since.
I have an ART Headamp4, but its not enough to drive these things. I would like to get a shiit Asgard, but I'm open to other ideas. Is the HT Omega Claro Halo headphone amp worth comparing to a dedicated amp?
FWIW, I think the KSC35s are equal to or better than the Alessandro MS-1s. I'm pretty sure the Alessandros are the exact same as Grado SR-80. If I remember correctly, the PortaPros use the same drivers as the KSC35s.
My knowledge is fuzzy after so many years of being a speaker convert. YOU SHOULD ALL CONVERT NO EXCUSES!
With headphones you don't need a room for listening to music... and its cheaper. Of course I would like to buy some, but later in life when I can afford a nice setup.
Eh, unless you're in a dorm or some shared bedroom then I don't see the issue. I use Amphion Helium2s on a desktop and it's amazing. There are much smaller monitors too that would work well.
Disclosure: I think speakers are inherently better than headphones and the gap is widened even further by the used prices on speakers. I think people forget about nearfield setups.
On further inspection of the meier audio page, it looks like the Concerto is no longer available and will be replaced with the Corda Classic in September. I can't find any info about it, but I may message Jan and ask.
Also, speakers are better for casual listening, movies and such. Wearing headphones is a chore sometimes.
Made you look like you had Fly Eyes on the side of your head.
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Ultimate Ears TripleFI 10 in ear monitors with comply foams. I use them for everything even xbox . planning on getting them custom molded soon. maybe in a dark red or blue.
That's a hella lot to spend on a mid fi iem.i managed to get my iems new for $80 and the reshell is only about $125 at most depending on how much impressions cost me. I dont really like having regular headphones on and i dont NEED to shell out alot for anything super high quality atm because these sound quite nice to me.
I know this is probably not the best thread to put this in, but I know nothing about audio systems and am looking for some advice.Looks to be OK for a cheapie 2.1. From what I could find, it's no miracle in bass and highs quality, but distortion is relatively low.
Want to upgrade the sound system on my rig (using some basic $10 set up right now) and am looking at this system:
http://www.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=41_535&item_id=026573
Is this any good for an entry level system? It's only going to be used for music and gaming, I don't really need anything high end.
Puiin PK3s!
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The HeadFi hype is justified.
At least for $40 price range.
This thread makes me sad. I just put my DT 770 Pro 80 on eBay (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=230645602067&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT) today. Loved them, though I have to say they aren't as comfortable to me as may others have said. I used to have some Sony headphones with a suspension type thing on the top of my head that was SUPER comfortable. But I lost them and don't remember what they were. :-/
Eh, unless you're in a dorm or some shared bedroom then I don't see the [need for a listening room].
I use Amphion Helium2s on a desktop and it's amazing. There are much smaller monitors too that would work well.
Disclosure: I think speakers are inherently better than headphones and the gap is widened even further by the used prices on speakers.
I'm content with my AD700s, but I still wonder how much better it can possibly get.
Unfortunately, the answer is an expensive one...when I can afford it, I'm entering the exotic world of electrostatics. Seems like they're the way to go for soundstage and imaging, though the other aspects of sound quality aren't hurt either. (Just don't expect bass slam.)
Seems like certain vintage Stax earspeaker models can be had for under $200, but that's only part of the equation when it comes to electrostatics. They need amplification, and the amplifiers themselves (specific to electrostatics, I might add) can be crazy expensive as well, sometimes more than the earspeakers themselves. There are cheaper transformers like the SRD-6/7, but those require speaker-level output from a speaker amplifier (which I fortunately have access to in the form of a couple of old receivers).
Does anyone here have experience with that stuff?
Next step up from the AD700s is probably the AKG K701s. However, unlike the AD700s, the K701s are very demanding in terms of driving power - you will need an amplifier that costs as much as the headphones themselves to get the best out of them.Let me guess-the one in my new-to-me X-Fi Forte isn't going to cut it. (This is an amp where I have to drive all my current headphones at either 5% or 6% volume! 4% and below might as well be 0%, mute. 7% and up is too loud to be comfortable.) But amplifiers aren't really for the volume so much as making sure the drivers get the current (dynamic drivers, anyway) they need to function to their fullest, right?
I have a uDAC-2 and like it its what I use for my laptop.
At home I use the NuForce HDP
I was maybe thinking of getting the e7 & e9 combo at one point in time.
I use modded senn hd 555's but now am looking to increase the sound quality.
Was looking at a e7 and a nuforce DAC. Are these good choices? I don't want to go overboard, but I need to get away from onboard.
I don't need portability, I was told that what I need most is an amp. Also I like to use both my speakers and headphones simultaneously (typically playing sound from 2 different things at once) so a DAC seemed like a good buy.
Everyone knows that if we could build DAC's out of money, they would be the best sounding.
I'd say in general, blow your money on the things that actually make the noises - speakers, headphones/sets - than 'audiophile-grade' accoutrements.
I finally got lucky.
Stax SR-Lambda normal bias (with rebuilt drivers, albeit with 2.5 micron mylar now) and SRD-7SB for $250 shipped. They haven't shipped yet, but I just paid yesterday and it's only 10:20am.
They ought to make soundwhoring in games really easy, let alone what they'll do for music, but now I'll have to keep an old receiver parked on my desk just to feed the SRD-7 (needs speaker-level input) until I have the money for a dedicated amp and not a mere transformer box.
I still havent made a purchase, still not sure if I want all sound going through headphones or not. That fiio headphone amp is getting more tempting everyday. It feels like a waste dedicating my sennheisers mostly for ventrilo, but games like wow (need sound for pvp) I don't think I could tolerate coming through headphones.
BF3 will be the real test.
Edit: maybe I'll just bite the bullet and get a new set of phones. Not sure what's a good upgrade from modded hd555s, especially still using onboard.
High fidelity isn't necessarily game-worthy. My G35 does a better job in that regard than any high-end phone I own/ed. I also own the Beyer MMX300's but I use them primarily for Skype duties, preferring the Logitechs for gaming.Point taken, but have you even owned Stax before? Or any other electrostatic headphone (Koss ESP/950 or some other non-Stax vintage models), for that matter?
Point taken, but have you even owned Stax before? Or any other electrostatic headphone (Koss ESP/950 or some other non-Stax vintage models), for that matter?
With the G35, how much of that preference goes to the actual sound signature of the headset itself, and how much goes to Dolby Headphone? That's another thing that has to be considered; the G35 is hard-wired to its own USB DAC/DSP, while I don't even know what the source for your high-end headphones would be, let alone if it provides binaural surround ala Dolby Headphone or CMSS-3D Headphone.
Whatever the case, I'll find out soon if the Stax sound is for me.
Anyone try the 598s yet? How do they compare to the 555s? I've been eyeing them for a while but don't know if it's worth it.
SR-007 MkI / II, as well as the Orpheus. Experience enough for you?
I'm not saying the G35 specifically is the be-all and end-all, you understand. I'm saying horses for courses, and that it's easy to get too wrapped up in this stuff that you're hammering the law of diminishing returns for what you're trying to achieve. This guy isn't for example listing music as his primary use. And I'm saying that some gaming headsets manage to provide more than adequate performance for gaming, are definitely usable for actually enjoying music, and are more tractable as everyday-use items than some chi-chi headphone for gaming-first use.
In my home office setup for example I keep a Beyerdynamic T1 on the side for what you could call critical music listening, but the truth is that I almost never use it - I'll go into the living room if I actually want to listen - but the vast majority of time the G35 or the MMX 300 are far handier to use and deliver absolutely acceptable sound for checking out music, and the G35 in particular is far more useful for gaming. If I was 'gaming-first' I wouldn't even bother having the Tesla around in that room.
By all accounts they're reskinned 595's which should mean an improvement over the 555 - but personally as I said I'd rather just make the jump to the HD650.
I've had my Lambda for a few hours now, and so far, I'm liking it.
-It's very light and comfortable. Even moreso than the AD700, which is saying something.
-They're not kidding when they say the music just tends to float into your ears. Very, very little eardrum-thumping compared to dynamic drivers of any sort. I'm not complaining.
-Music seems to be less...veiled, for lack of a better term. Perhaps this is what the Stax fans meant by "clear sound".
-Gaming with CMSS-3D Headphone is just as effective, if not moreso. Front imaging seems a bit better over the AD700s, though I haven't ruled out the possibility that it could be even better if CMSS-3D Headphone's generic HRTF settings perfectly matched my own unique HRTF.
-The TrackClip Pro fits better on the Lambda's headband than the AD700's. Not that this is going to concern most people, but as comfortable as these things are, I'd rather not have to wear a baseball cap with a reflector clip on it whenever I'm in a dogfighting mood. (While I'm at it, what if it could be used to approximate the head-tracking feature of the Beyerdynamic Headzone and Smyth SVS Realiser in software?)
Still just first impressions, though, and confirmation bias could be kicking in. Regardless, I already like these, and the only real negative is that I need this huge receiver on my desk just to serve as a speaker amp for the SRD-7/SB.
How are the 558's? I love the 598's look.
Having stuck the Orpheus on the Elite Pro among other CMSS cards, I can say it's no better and no worse from a gaming standpoint than something like the G35 - in fact, for me the G35 implementation might be better. Neither is an actually accurate positioning indicator even in titles I know to be compatible - generic HRTF is generic HRTF. Basically once you get beyond a certain degree of capability (and that is beyond the sub-par AD700 / A700. I dunno why the 'I'm a fauxphile' gamers have recently taken to these) it doesn't make any difference, and in fact, if you want any semi-meaningful degree of positioning capability with generic HRTF it does help to compress down the soundstage so that you get a more manageable sound bubble for CMSS / Dolby effects to take place in. The Ultrasone Edition 8 with the S-Logic soundstaging for example is one previous headphone I've owned that is actually quite a decent gaming headphone. It's also relatively lightweight and tractable and it would make for an incredibly bad-value but fairly effective adjunct to my G35 :tongue1:Understandable. What we really need is something with personalized HRTFs. So far, I only see MyEars (test a bunch of presets, set a "virtual audio cable" as default audio device and lose my X-Fi's gaming features in the process, may be subscription-based) and the Smyth SVS Realiser (requires a surround speaker room to configure properly, EXPENSIVE, still constrained to 7.1 imaging). But for now, CMSS-3D Headphone will do.
One problem of electrostatics is that they can lack the dynamic impact that you'd want from a gaming phone - the Omega II's for example would definitely not be my first choice in a gaming headphone. But for classical / indie / folk etc music-first use I don't see any problems.
Anyone try the 598s yet? How do they compare to the 555s? I've been eyeing them for a while but don't know if it's worth it.I upgraded from a 555 (with that foam remove mod) to a 598. IMO, it's a big enough difference for me that I was happy with my purchase. I was actually quite surprised at the difference, the sound is wider (think this is called headstage? the difference between the most quiet and most loud sound). I'm not much of an audiophile so I can't say more than that.
Sennheiser makes an HD280 headphone that also has a headset:
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HMD-280-XQ-Headset-ear-cup/dp/B000Z76JBM/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1315084027&sr=8-3
A great option for "gamer" headphones. :) I'd pick some up if I didn't just use HD555's with a clip on mic, I LOVE my HD280s for work/traveling.
A comparatively poor option compared to the MMX 300 IMO, and not the best comparison in terms of price/capability next to the G35.
Um, if you say so. If it has the same headphone base as the HD280s I'd say it's likely a great headset, I LOVE my 280s. BDs are great headphones as well but the price of those MMXs is wild. I agree that the price on the 280-XQ is a bit silly (adding over $100 to the price just for a microphone????).
I actually think 280s are greatly underrated headphones, probably because of their <$100 price. I've used all sorts of ridiculous multi-thousand dollar reference headphones with all sorts of amps and blah blah electrodynamo jerk off stuff in recording situations and always go back to my 280s pleasantly surprised.
Hmm, odd. Antiseptic is the last thing I'd use to describe them. If anything they're a tad warm and the closed soundstage can feel a little claustrophobic for live classical and jazz performances.
There's a reason I have 555s and a nice amp at home. Right around the 555/595 range you start to see some pretty stark diminishing returns on your investment. I've used 650s and above (some fancy Beyers) and, yes they ARE better but for the price difference it's tough to justify the purchase.
Wait a minute...T50RP for portable use? Presumably without a portable amp? I've heard that they're rather insensitive and need an amp to get the most out of them.
In other news...damn, people will really pay up for the Sennheiser Orpheus systems! (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sennheiser-Orpheus-system-Collectors-item-/120773482406?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1c1ea917a6#ht_500wt_959) That's Stax SR-009 + Blue Hawaii SE money there...perhaps part of the appeal is the rarity of the Orpheus system, along with the aesthetic.
Geekhackers - I have finally perfected my setup in the way of keyboard, mouse and mousepad. Only problem is, my speakers are now kaput as the left speaker is half the volume of the right one. Can you recommend any good reasonably priced headsets that are available from Amazon.co.uk, as their returns policy is freaking awesome! Preferably with a mic attached as I've just started using skype a lot to talk to people I know.
Sweet, that'll go with the A70 in my system and the HX520 powering it all. One day, all of my components will be Corsair, they're just so freaking awesome.
EDIT: Whose referral link is that?
My son uses the Sennheiser PC350. Frankly, I think the sound sucks but the mike is excellent.[/QUOTE
I wouldn't say 'sucks' but it's a very uninvolving sound for a gaming headset.
Wait a minute...T50RP for portable use? Presumably without a portable amp? I've heard that they're rather insensitive and need an amp to get the most out of them.
They're fine out of my rockbox'd sansa fuze. My 'scope says it can do 1V+ peak to peak before clipping.In that case, I might just consider picking up a T50RP as a portable set provided that it's comfortable and doesn't leak too much sound, though I would prefer a 1.8"/3.5mm TRS jack on the stock cable. It would also be a nice intro to orthodynamics to round out my dynamic and now electrostatic experiences.
I do plan on building a portable buffer for the current capacity, though.
The biggest problem is that the stock cable is 1/4" and my diy adaptor bent :(
Don't buy the canare miniplugs.
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no ,the vintage T50 (not RP) and most other ortho/isodynamic headphones you really need the current, as they're stupidly inefficient.
Recently I've had the chance to try out the Sony MDR-Z1000 and find that it's probably the best general sounding headphone I've heard. It sort of does everything well, unlike my Ultrasone and DT770. To cap it off, the z1k sounds great without amping. Downside is that the small cups really kill my ears after 2-3 hours. They have pretty much convinced me to try out the flagship IEMs from Sony :/
The problem with the Z1K for me was that I think they're a 'neither here nor there' halfway house in terms of utility. Somewhat large to be portable, somewhat small to be truly domestic headphones - so in a non-pro scenario (these are basically high-end studio monitors after all) I found it difficult to justify a home. The Ultrasone Edition 8 is more compact, yet I still found these too large to be usefully carryable as portable headphones when I tried commuting with them, and there are better headphones for purely home use, even around the same price...
lol cablesDon't get me wrong, I'm not a proponent of snake oil cables. I went with aftermarket cables because I kept killing the OEM cables every 3-6 months. If anything, this cable is longer, beefier, and theoretically better built than stock.
I've always been sketchy on cables sounding different. Hell, I doubt I could tell the difference between my 1500 USD W4S DAC-2 and the DAC on my ibasso d10. I never had a chance to go back and forth between the two, but I wouldn't be surprised if I couldn't tell the difference.Probably not. If I use my RSA Predator in amp only mode, it sounds just about identical to the Shadow amp pictured (probably uses the same nail polished TI chips). The DAC feature though... makes using headphones with a computer doable w/o noise. I doubt I'd be able to tell a difference between the Predator DAC and MOTU Traveler I've got at home
Probably not. If I use my RSA Predator in amp only mode, it sounds just about identical to the Shadow amp pictured (probably uses the same nail polished TI chips). The DAC feature though... makes using headphones with a computer doable w/o noise. I doubt I'd be able to tell a difference between the Predator DAC and MOTU Traveler I've got at home
While different cables don't sound very (if any) different from each other, the feel of the cable itself can make a difference when you're using it all day every day.
Cables = personal preference. As long as they let the electrons pass freely and you like the results, they're going to work well.
DAC = the fact that it's there is the important part.
LOL, there you go. I need to get an 1/8" -> 1/4" adapter to try these with the MOTU. Lots of inputs = lots of options and not outgrowing the nicely built box as quickly.
Regarding headphones... I either have to do big over the ear (not good for portable) or custom IEM's. All universal IEM's were extremely uncomfortable to me. Didn't realize why until after sending JHA some ear impressions. Apparently my ears are built a bit weird and the canal flattens a bit in a bend. Customs are the only IEM's that I can wear for more than 5-10 minutes at a time. Worth the time and $ investment, IMHO.
Those will be my next audio purchase. Not sure how long from now, but I would really like something I can listen to in a library and still have them sound great. My sr60's don't really fit well in that category, lol.HA, yeah, my re-cabled SR125's and first/second run AKG K701's are no good for wearing at work/in public. If you're looking for custom IEM's and are located in FL, I'd recommend a day trip to JHA to have them do the fitting and meet the people who make them. They're great people and you'll have a good conversation with them :)
Where is JHA located?2517 East Semoran Blvd.
Same driver, much less cost? Now I'm really interested, and no, I'm not averse to modding. (If anything, it's said that the weakest part of the Fostex orthos is NOT the driver, but the enclosure. Now, if you've got $500 to spend, you could get some Thunderpants, which use those very same drivers from the look of it...but the enclosure is said to be that much better as far as sound quality goes. Or maybe people just like the wood look. Who knows?)
And as for the Stax SR-007/Omega 2 pads, I do remember hearing about someone sticking those on a set of SR-X/MK3s and saying the sound quality improved noticeably in addition to comfort. Too bad they're so expensive...but I suppose it's expected when it's an accessory for what is usually a $2,500 headphone.
New range of Corsair gaming headphones coming soon. Link (http://www.corsair.com/vengeance-gaming/vengeance-gaming-headsets.html)
Personally, I'm interested in the 1300 model because every set of USB headphones I've every tried has had awful sound quality.
What, the HS1 & G35 too?
What is a good "gaming" headphone?
I'm told Electrostats make good gaming headphones.My Stax Lambdas work excellently in games with CMSS-3D Headphone and can be worn for hours on end, but spending that kind of money on gaming-only headphones is getting into overkill territory. (Especially since vintage Lambda-series models seem to be getting more expensive over the years.) If you want something that also sounds great in music, though, why not give the electrostatic experience a shot? They may be the last headphones you ever need for home listening, and if you don't like them, they WILL sell.
Pretty much this. You want something that allows you to make out what a sound is and where it came from.Quote from: ironman31;419486What is a good "gaming" headphone?IMO, one which does sound positioning well when working alongside Dolby Headphone or similar HRTF, and offers sufficient audio performance to allow you to make out all the game sounds as well as voices on top, alongside a tonal character that enhances immersion in gaming.
I have another audio based question - what are the best reasonably priced earphones? My Sennheiser CX500's just decided to die on me, as I expected seeing as they were about £8. Are there any budget ones that offer great performance?
What is a good "gaming" headphone?
What do you expect if you buy fakes?Amazon.co.uk sell fakes? Well, I'll be damned.
Amazon.co.uk sell fakes? Well, I'll be damned.
Fake Filcos? Where?
Leopolds...? I kid. I kid.
Fake Sennys? I've seen lots of Fake Filcos lately but not Sennys. They aren't that spendy.
Gee, if it wasnt for geekhack, i wouldnt be collecting keyboards and typewriters. Now i am starting to learn about head-fi.......
Why Geekhack, how did you know about my other love?
AKG K701s fed from a Woo Audio 6 SE, with an EML 5U4G rectifier and matched Tung Sol 6SN7 GT driver tubes.
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I love them for their clarity and incredibly open soundstage. There is plenty of bass (most will say there isn't) so long as they are being driven properly by a good amp.
Am I doin it rite? Don't mind the 6Gv2, it's sitting in a box in my storage closet now.
Take the trite on that site with a bag of salt though. Also, never buy into cables sounding different and FoTM equipment. Some good posters there, lot of sensationalist's howling too.
Benchmark dac1, Heed Can amp, k701s here. How're you liking the woo 6? I was considering it as an upgrade to my can amp, but am tossing up just biting the bullet and getting a phonitor. Either that, or something solid state around $600.The Beta22 is supposed to be pretty good, and you can probably build one for $600. (~$110*3 + 120 (sigma22) +100 (transfromer)+ ?DIY case?) I'm more of a DIY-fan anyway. I'll probably DIY a nice keyboard sometime.
Probably move onto LCD2 after that.
For DIYers looking for closed cans the Fostex planar magnetic T50RPs are a great value. They can be easily modded to hang with the big boys. I was at a head-fi meet recently and had a chance to sample the LCD-3 and SR-009s. I walked away completely satisfied with my $75 cans.
Did you listen to Audez'e's 100k speakers?
It was headphones only. Audeze brought their LCD-3s and a Red Wine Audio amp. 100k speakers, wow.
For those wondering about headphones for gaming, you're probably better off with open backed headphones. The ad700 would be highly recommended by most/all gamers that have actually tried them. Definitely get those. Sounstage is amazing but because they're open backed, the bass is lacking. But then again, I'd like my bass to be limited if I'm gaming. How're you going to hear footsteps when an explosion occurs right next to you :p
For music it's pretty damn good too but again. Do not expect bass for you dubstep listeners
It's happened a few times now where I'll get deeper into headphone/DAC/amp research, then have to remind myself what I'm really going to be using it all for. So I think I've found a way to accommodate my wants/needs while still using modular building blocks. NCIX has the Creative X-Fi Titanium HD card with headphone amp good for 330Ω cans, for $130cdn after instant rebate. This card will do CMSS-3D virtual surround over the optical-out connection, so I can upgrade to a better DAC+amp at a later date and still get the benefits for gaming. For headphones, a local music store has Beyer Dynamic DT990Pro 250Ω for $180, sitting on the shelf. They also have the DT770Pro for the same price, but the comparisons I'm seeing for gaming puts the 990Pro in the lead.
Any feedback is definitely welcome!
The ad700 would be highly recommended by most/all gamers that have actually tried them.
Don't bother with X-Fi. CMSS3D sounds like ass.I wouldn't use it for music, but for gaming, the imaging is leagues ahead of stereo for me.
Can the Asus cards output the virtual surround modified signal over a digital connection like the Creative one I've been looking at? That would make it easier to add a better DAC+amp later and keep the surround.I cannot confirm this directly, but word on Head-Fi is that Xonar cards cannot output Dolby Headphone-processed two-channel over S/PDIF, while X-Fi cards can output CMSS-3D Headphone-processed audio over S/PDIF. That would be a shame if Asus really did impose such a limitation.
So they can tune the G35's sound characteristics to Dolby Headphone (or, perhaps, the other way around)? Makes sense.
Still, something just unnerves me about USB headsets like that. I'd rather have the DAC/DSP and the actual headphone/headset separated. On the other hand, others might like that plug-and-play convenience (unless the G35 needs drivers for full functionality).
It's not like it has to be your only headphone or that you can't plug in another audio interface at the same time, is it?I'm not that absolutist, but in all likeliness, I'd only use it on my notebook, which isn't that much of a gaming computer to begin with (damn Intel GMA graphics that are practically the only option for convertibles).
(and yes, it needs drivers of course)
I have a pair of Denon D7000's, a custom built amp, and I'm running it through a Creative Titanium X-FI soundcard. I spent about $1,200 on everything and love it.Why did you oend up going with the 7000's? Ive read that the internals are the same at the 2000's.
I love the general sound signature of Beyers. The DT770/880/990 (they have the same driver) trio do tend to have a treble peak at ~8.5khz. If you listen to bad recordings with hot treble, they tend to get a bit annoying. There are several versions of DT770, and some are bassier than the others. 250ohm one is middle of the road. Though, i prefer HD25-1 for closed cans over DT770.
You didn't say what you want the headphones for, so no recommendations. Also, the condenser microphone uses mini-XLR and phantom power. It is not really something for gamers.
Can anyone point out a few good sets of earbuds and headphones.
Heard good things about um3x, Sennheiser HD595, akg k 701, grado sr325
Can anyone point out a few good sets of earbuds and headphones.
Heard good things about um3x, Sennheiser HD595, akg k 701, grado sr325
...Wait a minute. Grado "warm"? I thought their frequency graphs suggested otherwise, with a lot of treble emphasis, whereas my understanding of the term "warm" is that it skews a bit more toward emphasized bass and recessed treble. Maybe I have to brush up on all this audiophile jargon some more.
hd555 (finally modded), ath-m50s and DT770 pro (250) with a cmoybb. Also looking at getting the denon ahd2000 but can't find them anywhere. :tsk:
...Wait a minute. Grado "warm"? I thought their frequency graphs suggested otherwise, with a lot of treble emphasis, whereas my understanding of the term "warm" is that it skews a bit more toward emphasized bass and recessed treble. Maybe I have to brush up on all this audiophile jargon some more.
In other headphone-related news, I should have a Stax SR-202 and SRM-212 by the end of the month. Found a deal on those that was too good to resist...
*image snipped*That image helps immensely, thanks. (Though I would think that the low bass would go all the way down to 20-30 Hz, given that's what I'd expect the bassheads to be seeking.)
Low bass is muddy?
I've never "felt" the bass of Headphones like you can with a real sound system.
I've never really understood the obsession with feeling bass.Neither do I. It's always "bass this, bass that", even on Head-Fi, like people just want a couple of vibrators on their heads or something. That, or they stuff their cars so full of subwoofers that you can hear it in your house as they drive by the street several feet away.
What exactly is happening in skyrim that's making people make all these arrow to the knees joke.
i-took-an-arrow-in-the-knee (http://knowyourmeme.com/memes/i-took-an-arrow-in-the-knee)
There, got the headband all fixed up today a replacement part. Now it's complete.
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And, yes, that's the set I was using in the background, sans the receiver that fed the SRD-7/SB. I'm glad to have all that desk space free now.
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Kind of reminds me of Fallout New Vegas: quantity over quality.
crazy I was just doing searches on head-fi and saw your one set for sale.Quite nice, actually. There's some weirdness that I noticed with a tone generator that I chalk up to the guy who rebuilt the drivers not doing a perfect job, but as a first set of Stax, it'll definitely be enough to find out if you love the sound or not. (For that matter, it was something I never noticed without the tone generator, and it could have also been the fault of the receiver feeding the SRD-7/SB for all I know.)
I'm seriously thinking about picking up that exact setup.. so please tell me how it is.
Quite nice, actually. There's some weirdness that I noticed with a tone generator that I chalk up to the guy who rebuilt the drivers not doing a perfect job, but as a first set of Stax, it'll definitely be enough to find out if you love the sound or not. (For that matter, it was something I never noticed without the tone generator, and it could have also been the fault of the receiver feeding the SRD-7/SB for all I know.)
Actually, after a few days of listening with the SR-202 + SRM-212, the sound seemed a bit "sterile" and "flat" by comparison, for lack of better words. But then it turned out that using an EQ to bring up the midrange helps a lot...and the normal-bias SR-Lambda, even one that apparently has thicker diaphragms, is quite renowned for its midrange. Voices suddenly sound like there's no longer a veil in front of them.
However, I didn't actually put that set in Head-Fi B/S/T...though it's on eBay right now, with under 24 hours left.
Hi all,
I'm in the market for a really high quality headset. I am currently looking at Beyerdynamic products, more specifically the DT 297 PV MK II for Phantom Power and the DT 290 MK II. I understand these are not your standard headsets, and I was wondering if I could even use these for PC gaming.
Here'e the product list on Beyerdynamic's website I'm currently looking at.
http://north-america.beyerdynamic.com/shop/hah/headphones-and-headsets/studio-and-stage/headsets-for-live-applications.html
that must have been it, saw the ebay link..Someone thought they looked like they came out of the Cold War, which wouldn't be off the mark (SR-Lambda debuted in 1979, design's continued with only minor modifications to this day, most concerning the headband/arc). While I can't say I'm very fond of the boxy styling, the sound quality and comfort more than makes up for that.
Either way I already have some A900's for personal computer/gaming use, but I'm looking to have a separate setup for studying, relaxing and the Stax SR-202 + SRM-212 was perfect price point that I'm looking into that would sound completely different from what I already have and love. Hard decision though, do I go that route and keep my a900 is prefect for what I use it for now, or upgrade to the WA5000 all together.
gotta say though stax on heads look retro cool awesome ****.
I am looking at the 797 PV my self and can use it because of the DAC I have. Unless you have a good dac that supports professional equipment your not going to be able to use most if not all of the professional stuff.
What DAC would you recommend? And why do I need a DAC?Idk what to recommended what I do know is that the Edirol FA-66 that I have fit every specification that I wanted and I got one used off ebay at a great price. Well the DAC (Digital to Analogue Converter) is what controls the input and out put of the audio. To output to good quality speakers and headphones you need same quality equipment outputting to them with the correct specifications.
You want it for the ADC and miniXLR/XLR jack with phantom power. Of course you can just buy a soundcard that do provide phantom power via TRS jack.Yep but when you already have the equipment like I and others do there is no reason not to look at the 797.
It is cheaper just to buy the headphone it is based on and a seperate USB condenser mic.
I am looking at the 797 PV my self and can use it because of the DAC I have. Unless you have a good dac that supports professional equipment your not going to be able to use most if not all of the professional stuff.
Yep but when you already have the equipment like I and others do there is no reason not to look at the 797.
I think I'd prefer to have more freedom in choosing my phones than having to choose from the short list of those that has a mic attached.Then get a separate mic... I want a headset and the 797 fit the specification I wanted. I dont know if I will like the sound of the headphones as I am used to less on the lower end with my M-Audio BX5a's MDR-V6's and AH-D2000's
Can reach adequate volume isn't the same as being driven well. They do get acceptably loud on portables, but the bass is a mess as well as shrilly treble. Ohms isn't a good indicator of how loud they'll sound from some input. Sensitivity is a better measurement of that.
Can anyone recommend a dac without an amp(budget $200)? I really like my cmoybb and I'm not looking to have it out of the equation(just yet). I was looking at some of the diy kits on Beezar.com (http://beezar.com). Anyone tamper with any of those?
Update:
Wouldn't mind a dac/amp as long as I can bypass the internal amp when needed. Still no luck finding one. :(
Can anyone recommend a dac without an amp(budget $200)? I really like my cmoybb and I'm not looking to have it out of the equation(just yet). I was looking at some of the diy kits on Beezar.com (http://beezar.com). Anyone tamper with any of those?
Update:
Wouldn't mind a dac/amp as long as I can bypass the internal amp when needed. Still no luck finding one. :(
ALAC tagging doesn't really support replaygain. Is there particular reason you want to use ALAC?
Can anyone recommend a dac without an amp(budget $200)? I really like my cmoybb and I'm not looking to have it out of the equation(just yet). I was looking at some of the diy kits on Beezar.com (http://beezar.com). Anyone tamper with any of those?I'd look into a gamma2 for that budget, You can probably DIY for ~200. (I see $260 for used ones) If you're not into DIY, a professional builder will make you a gamma1 easily for under your budget. There's also a pretty good chance that you can get a gamma2 for under budget built by omitting components (like S/PDIF (optical and coax) out, the Gamma1 DAC (as it'd just pass the I2s to the gamma2's DAC, ASRC upsampling, etc). Tha gamma2 has a S/N ratio of 139 db. Good luck finding that on a similarly/priced commercial product.
Update:
Wouldn't mind a dac/amp as long as I can bypass the internal amp when needed. Still no luck finding one. :(
I need advice for something a little out of the ordinary. I am looking for some bluetooth circumaurals that sound half decent for use with iPhone. Besides the $500 sennheiers, which I don't want to pay that much, is anyone aware of anything else? I need some new ones for portable use and the jack on my iDevice is almost nonfunctional... trying to avoid paying to have it fixed if I can do bluetooth. Thanks.
I need advice for something a little out of the ordinary. I am looking for some bluetooth circumaurals that sound half decent for use with iPhone. Besides the $500 sennheiers, which I don't want to pay that much, is anyone aware of anything else? I need some new ones for portable use and the jack on my iDevice is almost nonfunctional... trying to avoid paying to have it fixed if I can do bluetooth. Thanks.
I went for the Senn PX210BTs. Thanks, everyone, for all your help and input. It was appreciated.
My headphones are Audio Technica ATH-AD700.If you're looking for better bass, don't look to the AD series at all, apparently the bass is pretty much the same on almost all of them.
At first I was blown away, since these are my first better headphones, but after some time I agree that they could have better bass and color is terrible.
I think that I need to upgrade to ATH-AD900.
If you're looking for better bass, don't look to the AD series at all, apparently the bass is pretty much the same on almost all of them.
I honestly haven't heard a set of Audio Technicas that's worth the price range they're selling at.
I use Beyerdynamics DT880 250Ohm on my Asus STX, freaking awesome!
AD700's are only about $70-80 bucks, i dunno what other headphone offers that great of a sound stage at that price
I myself bought them as my 1st "audiophile class" headphone, I now have the AKG K701
I honestly haven't heard a set of Audio Technicas that's worth the price range they're selling at.
I'm going to buy the Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro 80 Ohms soon.
Recently upgraded to a pair of those myself, definately a cut above the AD700's I was rocking previously. What amp are you using out of curiosity?
Friends don't let friends use Asus soundcard. Horrible drivers.
http://brainbit.wordpress.com/category/articles/
Not sure if you noticed, there are DPC optimized driver at that website. That was the point of me posting the link ;o
This thread needs more pictures of good DAC+AMP+headphone combos. This is what I've been using for the past two years or so.
This thread needs more pictures of good DAC+AMP+headphone combos. This is what I've been using for the past two years or so.
Okay.
AKG K701 and 271 mk IIs with a Woo Audio 6SE, using both an EML 5U4G/Tung Sol 6SN7GT combo and a Sophia/Sylvania set of tubes. Both sound incredible. Oddly enough, and its probably because the 701s are more broken in, but right now the 271s do not have as much bass, something that is really odd considering that the 701s have a false reputation for being light on the bass. Hook them up to a proper amp though, and its there in abundance. The 271s don't lack for detail though, and the efficiency is much better. I was actually surprised by how much detail they actually show, but I suppose that's because its basically the same driver as the 240 just with a closed back. I bought the 271s to combat the plague of Beats by Dre headphones all over the WSU campus. They cost less than the beats over the ear cans by $75 to $275 and sound phenomenally better.
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I bought the 271s to combat the plague of Beats by Dre headphones all over the WSU campus. They cost less than the beats over the ear cans by $75 to $275 and sound phenomenally better.
I've been thinking of buying a pair of closed headphones to pair with my K701. Been thinking about Beyerdynamic DT770's and a few Ultrasone models. Any suggestions on which would be the best bang for buck? With Ultrasone I'm most afraid of the bass, and that it's going to be a bit too much for my taste.
Disclaimer: I am not an audiophile, nor do I own much audio equipment. I don't know that much about audio, but I'll give you my impressions of my Ultrasone headphone.
I have an Ultrasone PRO550, which is a pretty fantastic headphone in my opinion. I would definitely be careful of getting Ultrasones though, some people like really them, and some really don't. They excel with electronica music; because of that, the bass may be too much for you. The bass is not overpowering for me; it provides a very nice thump and I would classify it as a "fun" headphone because I like some bass in my music and games. It has a really nice airy soundstage for closed back headphones.
I think the PRO550 was a good buy. It all depends on what you will be listening to because different headphones suit different people. For bassier music, the PRO550 will be hard to beat at it's price range (I got it at $150 on Amazon. edit: wow it's now at $200. Yikes!). If you tend to listen to classical music, something like the Sennheiser 595 or something like that would be better. I hope that helps! :)
The Pro 550 would be in the same price range as the DT 770, but I was actually thinking of going up to Pro 750. Perhaps I'll just take a plunge and try the Pro 750 out and if I for some reason don't like them, I can always return them.
Friends don't let friends use Asus soundcard. Horrible drivers.
http://brainbit.wordpress.com/category/articles/
I thought that was the common wisdom for anything from Creative. It seems that EVERYONE has horrible drivers.It's practically a rule that audio device drivers have to suck, in my experience. Creative, Asus, Realtek, maybe even non-Asus, C-Media-based cards too. (It's quite telling that some of the Xonar Unified Driver (http://brainbit.wordpress.com/2010/07/19/asus-xonar-unified-drivers/) packages use the default C-Media control panel like the Auzentech and HT Omega cards using the same chipset.)
It's practically a rule that audio device drivers have to suck, in my experience. Creative, Asus, Realtek, maybe even non-Asus, C-Media-based cards too. (It's quite telling that some of the Xonar Unified Driver (http://brainbit.wordpress.com/2010/07/19/asus-xonar-unified-drivers/) packages use the default C-Media control panel like the Auzentech and HT Omega cards using the same chipset.)
That said, my X-Fi cards haven't given me much fuss, from my four-year-old X-Fi Prelude to the X-Fi Forte to the X-Fi Titanium HD I traded the Forte for (other guy needed analog surround channels, I didn't). Good thing that's the case, because I have to have their gaming DSP effects.
coax and optical are both far from perfect, and the audio codecs tend to resample before sending the bits out.
I'm not saying that standalone DACs are superior to analog by itself, I'm saying that they are superior to internal soundcards aslmost universally.
I don't need to, do your own research. I don't have time to explain it again.
I've had lots of issues with my Auzentech Forte 7.1 drivers by Creative. Analog outputs vanish. It thinks the card isn't installed. Problems and crashes when switching modes. Sometimes when switching the number of speakers (or from speakers to headphones) all audio will go away and not come back. Really annoying.I'll admit, my Forte disappeared from Windows once, and it wasn't solved until I started changing which PCIe slot it was installed in. There was also the occasional lockup during mode switch, which seemed to be avoidable if I just make sure to close every application first, including Web browsers. Not exactly the best of driver experiences, but at least it worked most of the time.
I'm not saying that standalone DACs are superior to analog by itself, I'm saying that they are superior to internal soundcards aslmost universally. Also the bifrost does bitperfect conversion, meaning no upscaling.actually this isn't necessarily true. the issue, as i alluded to before is noise. _in general_ there are more sources of noise inside the case than out.
Anyone have good recommendations for headphones that will be good for computer use and for listening through an amp to practice guitar?Okay so the 701/2s are actually $280 on amazon. I have Prime so I could get them to me for free and then I could ship them to you if they are that much more expensive in Canada. I recently bought a pair of 271mk2s, which are essentially closed back 240s, so they offer a nice balance between the great soundstage and clarity of the 240s, while upping the bass and isolation toward the M50s. The mids on the M50s are pretty weak compared to their bass and treble, but overall are still an excellent value, no one will ever say you made a bad buy getting them. It depends on your musical tastes and such more than anything. While the bass in the M50s isn't overpowering, its just really well done, they aren't suited for every kind of music. Unamped, the 271s have enough efficiency that I can listen to them as loud as I want without having to deal with the lack of portability that comes with using an amp. Amped though, the 702s are pretty much superior in every way, including bass- lol yeah, I was surprised.
I have been looking at ATH-M50s, AKG K240s, and AKG K271s. I have tried the first two at a local store and they both felt good on my head and both produced different sounds (semi-open vs. closed) but also fine. I wasn't hugely impressed however but maybe because my expectations were so high after reading so many reviews... I still might get the M50s though since they felt a little more sturdy and I already know I will probably drop them a few times on my hardwood floor. I do like the fact though that both AKGs come with two detachable cables though, one can be used for computer use and the other to my amp. I'm open to suggestions! And also important: budget is around $250 CAD
Note: I have had my eyes on AKG K702s for a while now but seems that prices here have jumped from at least a year ago, around $450 now.
alessandro music series 1. sublime for guitar practice
Okay so the 701/2s are actually $280 on amazon. I have Prime so I could get them to me for free and then I could ship them to you if they are that much more expensive in Canada. I recently bought a pair of 271mk2s, which are essentially closed back 240s, so they offer a nice balance between the great soundstage and clarity of the 240s, while upping the bass and isolation toward the M50s. The mids on the M50s are pretty weak compared to their bass and treble, but overall are still an excellent value, no one will ever say you made a bad buy getting them. It depends on your musical tastes and such more than anything. While the bass in the M50s isn't overpowering, its just really well done, they aren't suited for every kind of music. Unamped, the 271s have enough efficiency that I can listen to them as loud as I want without having to deal with the lack of portability that comes with using an amp. Amped though, the 702s are pretty much superior in every way, including bass- lol yeah, I was surprised.
Since you probably don't really need to keep others from hearing your music or you hearing outside noises, closed isn't strictly necessary unless you are a bass freak.
To stay on topic, I bought my Sennheiser HD-650 headphones using Amazon Prime.
Lol yeah, I know how it can be buying things in Canada. Amazon.ca sucks by comparison. Let me know if you want me to do the same deal for either of those though, I figure the shipping to you may or may not make it worthwhile though. They're both around 125-150 here.
alessandro music series 1. sublime for guitar practice
Speaking of EMI inside computer cases, I wonder if that's actually what people hear from the analog outputs of onboard audio and not, say, a ground loop caused by poor motherboard design (from an audio standpoint).i think the ****tyness of onboard audio is caused by a huge number of factors and it's probably not worth thinking too much about exactly which one of them is worst.
I'm not saying that EMI/RFI is a non-factor, but I can't rule out the possibility that some of the issues are misattributed, either.
I just recently got into headphones after mechanical keyboards. Heres what I currently have in my possession.
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How do you like those beyers? I've got a pair of Beyerdynamic DT-990 Premiums and I've always been curious as to what their supra-aurals sound like.
I listen mostly to alt. rock, rap/hip-hop, dubstep, and progressive/electro house.
I'm using this crappy Rosewill USB headset. It has such boring sound. I plan to get some JVC HAR700's and a Asus XONAR DG for my Birthday in May.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16826193055
awesome combo, I have the Xonar DX and the HARX, great sound quality for games and music
That's pretty obvious from your collection of cans. You really should pick up a set of Denon D2000. They're right up your alley.
You don't really need an amp for those, its the 240's big brother the 701/2 that is difficult to drive without one. Neither is FiiO a top of the line brand, though they do make great portable amps. That said, it will help nonetheless. As for the cans, those are a great option, though I would probably go with the mkiis if you can afford it. The extra accessories and aesthetic redesign makes them a bit better value even with the extra $50 tacked on to the price. Those are semi open, which means if you're wearing them in public and listening to them at a medium-high to loud volume and there isn't a lot of ambient noise, odds are most will be able to hear you. Those concerns depend on your planned usage of them obviously. Anyways I'm a big fan of AKGs, I have the 701s and 271 mkiis. I went with the 271s for my portable pair because of the better sound isolation and I have the 701s if I really want to just listen to the music. If I didn't have them I probably would have gotten the 240s though.
All these Grado headphones...Are they really worth the price?
I was thinking about upgrading to some M50's, but for that money I could get a nice Tenkeyless Filco with browns.
koss ksc35 or sportapros if they still make them. no amp.
if you go grado you you need to do sr80s at a minimum. the sr60s are muddy and bleh
try ksc35 then. also sennheiser hd202. the last classic under 70$ is sony mdr-v6/7506. i wouldn't spend more than 50 on a first pair.My first pair... I don't recommend them. Too harsh.
What would you recommend as a first pair of decent headphones?
These (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/NEW-AKG-K240-Studio-Headphones-K-240-S-K240S-headphone-/270905587249?pt=DJ_Gear_Lighting&hash=item3f133b3631#ht_1839wt_1396), or these. (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/NEW-GRADO-SR60i-SR60-SR-60-AUDIOPHILE-HEADPHONE-/130566778679?pt=AU_headphone&hash=item1e6662ef37#ht_6005wt_905)
They're both the same price for me to get them.
Not sure what amp I'm going to get to drive them yet either.
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I've bought a pair of Beyerdynamic DT990 Edition Headphones (250ohm) and a Nuforce Icon HDP. It should arrive this week or next. I found a really nice deal for the Nuforce Icon HDP paying for it the same price as USA MSRP price while here the standarad price is like 600 USD. I'm quite excited, I know it's not the best gear around here but I think it will suit my needs.
Also today I received a Sieveking Omega with Zembrano finish. Nice German made headphone stand, it's amazing.
Aren't those stands upwards of $100?
Last night I bought my AKG K240's
I can't wait to get them, after I get back from my holiday.
I sold some old spare hardware items then I purchased it for 99€.
Here is a picture:Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/Y3nB9.jpg)
At home they're quite happy because I didn't spend the money in keyboards :party:
Interesting idea! Might to try that with my UE 10vi despite the fact that I'd feel like a complete berk walking around with ear protectors on and little wires coming out of them...
How do you like the HD25s? Is the addias version based off the HD25 or the lower-bracket version? I'm thinking about getting some new closed-back cans that I can use at work (I don't think my coworkers want to hear what I listen to through the outside of my Grados :P)
Nice! Where'd you get the yellow pads?
My friend has some Koss portapros,In order to really benefit from having an amp you need to be spending in a certain bracket. $140 is maybe up there for you but in audiophile dollars it's barely entry level. The SR80's are a great headphone by themselves, my advice is get them and screw the amp for the time being.
and I can not wear them,
they sound good, but they just fall off my head..
The cheapest I can find the sr80's in Australia is $140,
and that's putting me over budget with an amp.
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I don't think I will, one of my friends might though,
Not sure yet, thanks for the offer.
That's a fair bit of money.For the money a uDAC is going to cost, you can really do a lot better. The technology the uDAC is built on is fairly old, and depending on where you ask NuForce have a reputation among audiophiles for being overpriced and mediocre. Yes, they look like military hardware, but if looks were the most important consideration when buying audio gear we'd all be rocking Skull Candy or V-Moda.
I love the aesthetics of the HDP, I'm probably going to get a uDAC-2 for the looks, among other reasons.
Aren't those stands upwards of $100?I saw a Sieve on display in a home audio store near where I live. It's nice to look at, and on first inspection I thought it had come from Ikea; I was gobsmacked to turn it over and see the $175 price tag. For $30 or even $50 I might have gone for it, but $175? That's a rip-off. The wood grain and build quality are both good, but not outstanding. A quick search of Etsy yielded a much more compelling design – for $28:
Pic of new setup, PC -> DacMagic+ -> Matrix M-Stage -> Beyerdynamics DT880 & DT770pro's.
Did the gain dip switches confuse you first time around? lol
Any ideas for a cheap amp/DAC for the DT770 Pro 80s?
Never heard about DAC/amps before, and just googled them. Should I bother buying one? Do they improve the sound quality by much?No people just spend thousands of dollars on them because when you lick them they taste like sour patch kids.
No people just spend thousands of dollars on them because when you lick them they taste like sour patch kids.
Srsly, of course they improve sound quality, by leaps and bounds. As with anything there are diminishing returns. If you're not willing to invest at least a couple hundred dollars, buy some HD280s or Grado SR 80i cans and skip the amp.
I'll see if I find a cheap one for me.
Like he said, cheap DACs aren't worth it. If you're looking for recommendations, I will go ahead and recommend the Bifrost by Schiit.
Like he said, cheap DACs aren't worth it. If you're looking for recommendations, I will go ahead and recommend the Bifrost by Schiit.
PS, I purposely left out the physicals like design, construction and components or the software part like sampling rate of the DAC. Those certainly influence how the DAC sounds. There is a lot of audiophile voodoo here. Read as much into them as you want to.
Never heard about DAC/amps before, and just googled them. Should I bother buying one? Do they improve the sound quality by much?That depends on what your current setup is like. What kind of headphones do you own, what are they connected to and how are they connected? If it's a computer or MP3 player, what's the bitrate of the audio you're listening to?
the amb gamma1 kit is probably the best cheap usb dac. the aliendac and its clones are not bad eitherIf you can spare the $300 and aren't into DIY, the Matrix Mini-i is a great entry-level DAC. It has a really great level of detail and a nice warm sound, and it can handle up to 24/192 (only 16/48 over USB though). The amp section is pretty decent as well, nothing to write home about though.
I A/B'd a bifrost against a Titanium HD. They sounded the same so the bifrost went back.
So would it be noticeably beneficial to have a DAC (sound card/ usb interface) for sound and then a cmoy for power? This question is specific to Grado Sr-80i's with altoid cmoy on a PC. Sorry if that is kind of general.With an SR80i, I think the money would be better spent upgrading your headphones.
Did you let the bifrost burn in? Also, what head phones did you use for your testing?
I don't know what DAC I want to get yet though.
Do you have time to warm your tubes? I hardly ever listen to my tubies because I'll want to warm them up for 2-30 minutes before I listen. It just doesn't fit in with how I listen now.
What version of K240 (and other headphones) are you gonna run?
Do you have any idea of what the price of the odac will be?
on the contrary i think sr80s are good stuff. they're pretty sensitive so they don't need a whole lot of fancy amplifier. the weakest link in an onboard PC audio -> sr80 chain is the onboard audio. i would consider a cheap outboard USB dac.
+1 for sure.
JesuswasaZombie: Get a Fiio E10 (something like $75.00 on Amazon). You'll hear an improvement for sure. Come back here and let me know how it sounds. I am thinking about getting one to use with my laptop.
MKII is a OTL amp though. Those are usually better with higher impedance phones. K240 isn't an efficient phone, but there should still have enough oomph, unless you want ear-splittingly loud gain. Lower sensitivity is probably good, to raise it from the noise floor. Sky is blue, sun is bright, and tube amps have hiss. Such is life :)
I only got to play with a MKIV, and they sounded excellent with a DT880 2003. Probably a little too warm on the newer DT880/600.
Better is a vague term. Most solid state amps should give you more power at lower ohm load. However, whether or not you need the extra gain, I don't know. Probably not. You should head to a few stores with your K240 and audition a few amps to find what suit your taste the most. I think you'll find the differences between amps is hugely overblown.
MKI+ has more powerful amp at low impedance (200mW@32ohm vs 100mW@32ohm). It certainly doesn't look as cool and concessions had to be made for being a portable amp.
Not sure how much you can pick up a FUBAR IV (or plus version) for. Those actually don't sound half bad for the price. I saw them on 50% off, but I don't know how much it'll be shipped to you or are there taxes involved.
saving for hd800 + WA2 +_+
After poking around nwavguy's blog, I think I'm going to try and flip my bellari vp530 and pickup the O2 with the ODAC from JDSlabs... I love his transparent anti snake oil breakdowns of products and I think after seeing benchmarks of the FiiO dacs etc I can't really go wrong on his price point.
The last ODA post I saw was from 2011, when is the projected release?
loving my hd650 + little dot dac i + mk iv se set up. :music:I completely misread the model you were looking at whoops
saving for hd800 + WA2 +_+
i would strongly recommend little dot's products to anyone if you are in the market for OTL tube amps .
The WA 2 is just as suited for the HD800s as the 6SE, in fact some would say its even better. The design of the WA2 caters to high impedance cans, which is what the HD800s are. The numbering system Woo has isn't logical. The 2 isn't at the low end of the spectrum, its actually $40 more than the 6SE. The key difference is that it is about the nicest OTL amp most people are willing to buy.Nice!
But yeah a WA6 will work just fine with HD 800s, just be sure to get the Sophia 274b or it won't do them justice.
http://wooaudio.com/products/wa2.html
From Jack Woo himself: (The question being which is better for K701s)
Hello David,
Thank you for your interests.
You are correct the 6SE offers much power to spare which is desirable for
harder-to-drive headphones such as the AKG's. It is up to your personal
sound preference to choose either the WA2 or the 6SE. If you look for tight
control, great dynamic control, speed, and attack, the WA6-SE is the best
choice. If you like a warmer, relaxed, smooth sound, the WA2 will work
better.
Please let me know if you have further question.
Best regards,
Jack
For classical, IMO, the K701 beat the crap out of the HD650 (I have both). The mids and higs are SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO good the HD650 will feel ashamed of themselves. The only problem I have with the K701 is that they are not a "balanced" headphone, as they are bass-lacking....but classical music has never need any sort of bass so for that purpose I wouldn't hesitate.Okay, so you probably haven't listened to K701s with proper amping. The bass REALLY suffers without it, and without a proper amp I can definitely agree they are light on bass. However, when properly amped, they are very balanced. There is plenty of bass, and I listen to A LOT of dubstep/techno. They do really shine with classical the most, but the do make me cry when listening to Obsidia FLACs... out of JOY.
You see, If you like all sorts of music the HD650 is a good pairing (contrary to the K701, which are very specific. Listening to electronic music or any music that relies on bass on those AKG will make you almost cry), but if you know exactly the music you will be listening to, K701 is an awesome can. Just remember you need a proper amp to drive them as they require tons of voltage (with a low output impedance to not many amps can deliver).
Okay, so you probably haven't listened to K701s with proper amping. The bass REALLY suffers without it, and without a proper amp I can definitely agree they are light on bass. However, when properly amped, they are very balanced. There is plenty of bass, and I listen to A LOT of dubstep/techno. They do really shine with classical the most, but the do make me cry when listening to Obsidia FLACs... out of JOY.
For the record, I'm using AKG K701s with a WA6SE with tung sol 6SN7s and an EML 5U4G/Sophia Princess 274b for rectifiers... as well as various other driver tubes. I have some K271 MKIIs both amped and unamped, and the 701s when amped have the most bass, over the closed back 271s.
AKGs tend to hurt my head. Their head band design kind of sucks...like an old pair from the 70s that I had as a kid. Can you guys really wear them comfortably for hours?
I believe a Matrix M-Stage is more than enough to power the K701, so I don't think they will get any better. With that said, though, it may be because you aren't using transparent amps and, thus, why you get such powerup in the bass section.I disagree, you're comparing the most entry level ($200) amp considered suitable for the 701s, to a $1050 amp with >$300 in tubes on it at any given point. Yeah tubes may be less analytically pure signal wise than a solid state, but the parts used in the M-Stage aren't exactly stellar and tubes keep it analog.
I disagree, you're comparing the most entry level ($200) amp considered suitable for the 701s, to a $1050 amp with >$300 in tubes on it at any given point. Yeah tubes may be less analytically pure signal wise than a solid state, but the parts used in the M-Stage aren't exactly stellar and tubes keep it analog.
And I dunno about the headband design, it never hurt my head and I think the design is great.
Price has nothing to do with quality, as the M-Stage is a literal copy of the well known Lehman Black Cube Linear, that costs almost a grand. Also, tubes keep it analog? lol? Its well known that tubes add stuff to the signal, nothing to do with analog...
The bottom line is that you need to go with whatever sounds the best to your ears. :) Sorry about the rant...you hit a nerve.
Only chance to do that is by blind testing, I'm afraid ;)
Tubes add less "stuff" to the signal than any transistor can. In fact, certain triodes are still the most linear discrete voltage amplification devices that exist. It's all about circuit topology. The picture is complicated, but the short story is that transistors have poor linearity but are small (think IC) and cheap. So you can create nearly-ideal amplification circuits using many transistors using various types of feedback loops and so forth. How this circuit is designed and how it recovers from overload/etc is where the differences lie. Some of them are really good. Many of the amp ICs found in consumer electronics are not so great. When combined with cheapskate power supplies, they are awful.I agree with this, and yeah my amp is single ended but coupled with an output transformer to get the juice.
Tubes are large and expensive. You can build a fairly complex tube amp that has nearly perfect linearity using similar techniques as above. I have built many. The only sane way to get high power (> 20W) is with a push-pull topology, which will inherently need global negative feedback and some careful design choices. Sometimes you can use local feedback and get away from global feedback (the enemy of overload recovery). One amp that I built does this with astonishing ease (and puts out ~100WPC to boot)!
The amps you guys are talking about here are single-ended and probably have no or some local feedback. You can get away with this using tubes because they are inherently very linear. SE amps tend to have a dominant second harmonic and low odd harmonics. The human ear also has a dominant 2nd harmonic, and it is believed that this may be why SE amps have that "warm", pleasant sound to them. Push-pull amps will tend have dominant odd harmonics and therefore need feedback to quell them. Odd harmonics sound "harsh".
Anyway, I'll get off my tube soapbox....
Have any of you peeps tried the super-cheapo-plastic-fantastic Superlux HD668b? It's shocking how good they are for $30. I mean... old news I think, but I picked up a pair last month, modded them a little (took out filters + opened up the backs) and these things sound GREAT. The only bad point is that there is no isolation... at home though, or where people don't mind hearing them - they are ossum.
Oh man those are gorgeous. Moar plzz. Are those 300bs getting gassy inside or are they just painted to look like that. The blue glow looks like they might be wearing out.
I am not too sure about the maverick tubemagic but the nuforce icon hdp is a pretty good dac/amp combo too that you might want to consider!
saving for hd800 + WA2 +_+
You can get away with a FIIO with those cans, they're good amps that are cheap and if you do something like the e7 and e9 you get an amp and dac under $200.
240s don't really need it though, aside from the extra volume, they're pretty efficient, like the 271s.
I love the combo, it gets used almost everyday. I use an O2 desktop at my comp but when I want to relax for a while I head to the Woo.
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http://www.innerfidelity.com/content/luscious-denon-ah-d2000-ah-d50000-and-ah-d7000
Before you buy a D5000, take a look at that then decide if it is worth it.
I personally like the HD600 more. I wouldn't call 650 veiled, but it is a bit less exciting sounding.
on second thought, i have hd600s. i believe hd650s launched at 350-ish, so prices still have gone up, but not as much as i thought. 300 for hd650s is quite a deal.
The Headphone thread died. Long live the headphone thread.ROFL
To review, I got a pair of Sennheiser HD 558 cans the other day. The open/airy sound was weird at first, but I got over that. It reminded me of an old pair of headphones that I had many years ago. I think they were Koss or Awia. They were open-back with thick, fluffy foam pads. Awesome bass. I also found the Audio-Technica MD-50s and they rock by comparison to the HD558. I bent the headband a bit to make them more comfortable, but they still get hot.
After a day or so, I didn't like the HD 558s anymore. They seemed kind of lifeless even though they are very detailed. I put them in my drawer at work overnight with di.fm streaming to them at high volume. That helped a bit. Yesterday, I did the foam mod (to make them more like the HD 598) and it made a significant difference. They actually have good bass extension now and are even more airy. They go deeper than the MD-50s, though are not as bass heavy. The detail makes them pretty good for playing games, too.
I attempted to order a Matrix Cube, but they were out of stock. They offered to upgrade me to their Mini-i for free, so I went with that. In the meantime, I'm using a Fiio E17. Not bad, once you get the aluminum shavings out of the PCB.
Thanks for the link. Will give it a read.when i bought my hd600s there was no hd650 or hd800. if i were buying new phones today, i'd splurge on the 800s, not because i don't like the hd600s, but because i like them so much*, and by all reports the new models are the same sound but even more refined. ;)
mkawa, will take a look at HD600. Another option would be SKG's K701, which is still around $280. Maybe I should not go to far high end and get something in the $200-$300 range before I get spoiled. :-)
on second thought, i have hd600s. i believe hd650s launched at 350-ish, so prices still have gone up, but not as much as i thought. 300 for hd650s is quite a deal.
ROFL
I'm having a hard time deciding what I should listen to next.
You'll get more impactful and articulate bass with an amp. If bass is up your alley, then you picked the right cans.
Definitely found a track that will demonstrate the amp nicely for me: Moby - Flower, you might have heard it in the new Gone in 60 Seconds. That track from Jamiroquai is a good listen, don't know that they would make it into my regular rotation.
As to my typical listening, that's tough. Metallica - Death Magnetic (Moderus master) happens to be where I heard the difference in drums and positioning. On the other side of the tracks (town/state/world?) is Wynton Marsalis - Baroque Music for Trumpets. Very well balanced and detailed.
A random selection of my collection I listened to recently: Black Keys, Chris Cornell (solo, Audioslave and Soundgarden), Crystal Method, C-Tec (the ultimate in bass tests), Daft Punk, Juno Reactor, Massive Attack, NIN, Orbital, Pink Floyd, Tool, Rob Zombie...
sth - thanks for the suggestions. Flaming Lips, found Soft Bulletin on youtube and ran away after 10 seconds. Most Serene Republic gets put on the list of further investigation. Preferably without all this pop/click crap from youtube. Shellac gets on that list above MSR. In hunting for 'Canon' I found nothing but horrid interpretations of it :( Certainly not finding the two you mention worth a listen on YT... on the other hand, Moanin' sounds good, finding something comparable at random is not working out so well.
So I've decided that these HD-558s are too laid back for low-volume playing. When I crank them, they do sound quite good. However at low volumes they are rather boring. Part of the problem might be the background office noise mixing with the music. The M50s are more intimate (being closed-back), but not as detailed and not as comfortable.
I usually listen to high-energy music while coding (hard rock, death/hair metal, trance), but I prefer to do it at lower volumes to save my ears. They also need to be comfortable, since I wear them for many hours at a time. Suggestions?
Imaging belongs under soundstage too. Sound stage is not only how wide it is, but also depth. How far is each instrument is from you.Ironically, this is also why binaural sources are generally mixed for headphones only. That very property of hearing sounds from the other channel in both ears (which is how we're able to tell what direction they're coming from in the first place, and what binaural methods act on) makes binaural mixing for stereo speakers significantly more complicated compared to headphones, because now you have to factor in crosstalk cancellation and whatnot. It's not impossible, though, hence QSound and other such processing methods.
This is usually the Achilles heel of headphones. Our brain works out the slight difference in time sound arrive to each ear to pin point the exact location of the sound. Headphone does not let you hear sounds from the other channel to work out this information (without crossfeed). This extreme stereo separation can fatigue your ears. They can also make center sounds that seems to come at you from 11 and 1 oclock at the same time (incoherent center stage, which is why I hate K701).
At the current state, I think the number is close to $6,000. Yes, four times the price of the Sennheiser HD800. No wonder it sounds so good.
Considering that we all are biased into mech boards here, its pretty easy to relate with that. If I was to come in here preaching that membranes are just as easy to type fast on as mechanicals, and that everything we like here is a ridiculous waste of money and we're slaves to SP, CClack and EK etc, we'd all be in an uproar over it. In the end, we're a community of enthusiasts, and so are they.
For example with the Sennheiser HD800, the gauge of the cable isn't thick enough to carry the proper current for the bass response, so upgrading from the stock cable helps significantly. This is something I noted universally so I can say that with confidence. I hope that makes sense.
I can see that. I can perceive the differences between different keyboards and switches that are tens or hundreds of dollars aport. I can't perceive the differences between high end hifi gear that are thousands of dollars apart. Not yet anyway.You're damn right, I mean really Sennheiser? I meant voltage... I think. Too much group buy shiz going around in my head to think too hard about that at the moment. XD
I have been reading and other articles and DIY instructions on building my two cMoyBB amps to match voltage, current, and gain for low and high impedance headphones. HD 800 is a high impedance headphones at 300 ohms. it needs more voltage for higher volume. For low impedance headphones like IEMs and or headphones (30 ohms or so) designed to work directly with portable music players that don't provide high voltage, you need higher current supply.
Anyhow, you would think Sennheiser would have the correct matching cables for its $1,500 pair of headphones.
Use monoprice interconnect cables until you have the discretionary income to the point of where you want to be able to point out your pretentious cables that look awesomer. For actual headphone cables though, you can hear noticeable difference by upgrading the cable if it isn't matched to the cans. For example with the Sennheiser HD800, the gauge of the cable isn't thick enough to carry the proper current for the bass response, so upgrading from the stock cable helps significantly. This is something I noted universally so I can say that with confidence. I hope that makes sense.
According to nwavguy and jdslabs, nwavguy doesn't make any money from O2 or ODAC. He seems to have only his reputation to defend, no money.
He is out there with numbers, repeatable numbers. I like to see that from commercial manufacturers.
thank you for acknowledging that the jds stuff is a commercial product. yes, for a commercial product, jds is out there with far more transparency than most of these audiophile shops. but, as a diy type, nwavguy/jds are an insult to the open friendly diy community that used to exist.
anyway something that has been bugging me since i heard about this whole hubbub; who is nwavguy anyway?
I have been reading and other articles and DIY instructions on building my two cMoyBB amps to match voltage, current, and gain for low and high impedance headphones. HD 800 is a high impedance headphones at 300 ohms. it needs more voltage for higher volume. For low impedance headphones like IEMs and or headphones (30 ohms or so) designed to work directly with portable music players that don't provide high voltage, you need higher current supply.
Anyhow, you would think Sennheiser would have the correct matching cables for its $1,500 pair of headphones.
You're damn right, I mean really Sennheiser? I meant voltage... I think. Too much group buy shiz going around in my head to think too hard about that at the moment. XD
But its the same principle as to why you need heavy duty (like 12 gauge) extension cables when you're drawing a lot of amps using a power hungry piece of equipment.
Cable modding has gotten out of control in the audio world for sure.
So an interesting thing about headphone cables is that the general principle is not too different from speaker cables, which have of course gathered quite a bit of "controversy". What they both boil down to, though, is Ohm's Law. To try and put it simply, there are essentially three factors involved:Well what about transitioning to a silver cable, which is what the aftermarket cables are.
1. A given impedance of your speaker/headphone (in ohms)
2. Resistance in the cable which increases the thinner and/or longer it is (also in ohms)
3. Potential output of your amplifier (in volts)
Due to the law, your total power that goes out to the speaker/headphone depends on all three of them. The less total resistance/impedance, the more power will get through. This is why 2 and 4 ohm speakers are easier to drive than 8 ohm speakers, and same goes for headphones where 32 ohm impedance is easier than 300 or 600 ohm impedance. The purpose of a cable is to provide as little in-between resistance as possible, as significant additional resistance will reduce the power that the amp is able to supply. Thick gauge and small lengths are needed for small impedance with large power outputs. There are plenty of numbers already floating around for speakers, such as this (http://www.roger-russell.com/wire/wire.htm) excellent article by one of McIntosh engineers.
For headphones, the same effect applies. However, the required power to drive headphones is far less than what would be needed for speakers. Moreso as per the above, the required cable thickness goes /DOWN/ as the impedance goes /UP/. Think of the headphone impedance as an obstruction at the end of a hose - you can increase the size of the hose all you want, but since the flow through it remains the same (what the amp supplies), your total output flow does not change.
The resistance of a wire of a given gauge and length is easy enough to calculate for standard copper, and there are plenty of calculators for that. It's recommended that the total resistance of the wire be no more than 5% of the system impedance. The link above just about halves that even further on the safe side. For HD800, which is 300 ohm impedance, you'd want a cable that has a total resistance of no more than 7.5 ohms. As per this calculator (http://www.cirris.com/testing/resistance/wire.html) one can easily get away with using 30 awg wire (VERY thin) over a distance of 50 feet (lawl). So no, thicker cables (assuming they have thicker copper) won't do anything for headphones outside of some truly bizarre cases like running a cable over a few miles.
TL;DR: Due to basic physics, premium cables that are marketed as means of improving sound for either speakers or headphones are complete bunk. There is however some value in having nice cables that are more durable or flexible, but those can be had at a modest price increase over lamp cord.
Well what about transitioning to a silver cable, which is what the aftermarket cables are.
Silver is about 5-10% more conductive than copper, which means that you can have a cable thinner or longer by that amount and still have same results. So if a 50 foot silver cable of gauge X is of the recommended resistance, then you'd want a 45 foot cable of gauge X made of copper to meet same resistance. Alternatively, instead of the 5% of impedance figure mentioned, one could instead use 6.2% or so to calculate required wire gauge on the copper wire calculator.
So how much one would pay to get 5-10% more conductivity? 5-10% more? 20%? Nah, about 13,000% more, based on the recent prices for copper and silver.
No, I mean why isn't the cable that comes with the hd 800 isn't enough for a $1,500 pair of headphones? You mean Ferrari sold you a supercar and it comes with bicycle wheels?
TL;DR: Due to basic physics, premium cables that are marketed as means of improving sound for either speakers or headphones are complete bunk. There is however some value in having nice cables that are more durable or flexible, but those can be had at a modest price increase over lamp cord.
tbh head-fi seems to have become a pretty terrible place. it used to be that the only place you could pretend that there were differences between cables without being banned was the DBT-free forum, and the only sponsors were jan meier and headroom.
Hm, might as well post an update. I am now the proud owner of an Eric Barney headset stand... doesn't exactly go with my decor but it's nice to have something to keep my cans up in the air :)
Yeah, a Fiio E17. It can drive them just fine. I have the 150ohm version.
Have you tired many portable amps? I've been considering that one for a while now, but it seems a bit bulky to me because I have a sansa clip+.
This is the best response I've ever seen to copper vs. silver argument.Quote from: Ragnorock;605729Well what about transitioning to a silver cable, which is what the aftermarket cables are.
Silver is about 5-10% more conductive than copper, which means that you can have a cable thinner or longer by that amount and still have same results. So if a 50 foot silver cable of gauge X is of the recommended resistance, then you'd want a 45 foot cable of gauge X made of copper to meet same resistance. Alternatively, instead of the 5% of impedance figure mentioned, one could instead use 6.2% or so to calculate required wire gauge on the copper wire calculator.
So how much one would pay to get 5-10% more conductivity? 5-10% more? 20%? Nah, about 13,000% more, based on the recent prices for copper and silver.
As long as you guys don't have those Dre Beats you're good. I just shake my head when I see people wearing them.
As long as you guys don't have those Dre Beats you're good. I just shake my head when I see people wearing them.
You should read this thread for some lolz.
http://www.head-fi.org/t/619494/beats-are-magical-and-other-nearly-criminal-marketing-schemes
Uh...yeah...duh. Can't you read?only headphones, not forum posts
I may have missed the post, but I'm surprised no one has any IEMs
http://www.jhaudio.com/product/jh5-pro-custom-ear-monitor
I ordered these in January, they didn't like the molds I sent them and I've been too lazy ever since to get another set to them. I should probably do that someday soon.
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Denon AH-D5000's and and O2 amp :cool:
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Those are sick. I looked at them and some Beyerdynamics before my last purchase.
Looking to buy some headphones, my budget is around hundred-fitty. I think that would be reasonable price range if I got a decent sound card, such as the Asus Xonar DX[url]http://www.amazon.com/PCI-Express-Channel-XONAR_DX-XD-90-YAA060-1UAN00Z/dp/B0017DJXG6/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1349224629&sr=8-7&keywords=asus+soundcard/url] (not included in ideal budget)
Any suggestions on what to buy? I'm afraid to buy something and try it since many headphones are uncomfortable since I have glasses, mainly on the bumpy bus ride(s) for 2 hours a day. Listen to heavy metal and electronic mainly, so a clean EQ would be ideal.
A bit of both, portable wouldn't be essential to have great audio but definitely a more enjoyable listening experience than these low-range in ear buds ive used for years. Id say any EQ that doesn't make metal and rock sound muddy, since it what I mostly listen to. I don't have much experience with audio, which may reflect my inaccurate opinions, but would love to get into audio! Ill check out those headphones and similar ones, thanks!Looking to buy some headphones, my budget is around hundred-fitty. I think that would be reasonable price range if I got a decent sound card, such as the Asus Xonar DX[url]http://www.amazon.com/PCI-Express-Channel-XONAR_DX-XD-90-YAA060-1UAN00Z/dp/B0017DJXG6/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1349224629&sr=8-7&keywords=asus+soundcard/url] (not included in ideal budget)
Any suggestions on what to buy? I'm afraid to buy something and try it since many headphones are uncomfortable since I have glasses, mainly on the bumpy bus ride(s) for 2 hours a day. Listen to heavy metal and electronic mainly, so a clean EQ would be ideal.
Wait... so is this for portable or home use? A ultrasone HFI-580 (with velour pads) might be a good choice if you don't plan on getting a amp. It's on the bassy side, but what would be "clean" to you?
Maybe a noontec zoro? Creative Aurvana live? They're highly praised by tyll, one of the most influential people in the headphone biz.
On a side note... I ordered a dt990/600 last week and got it on wednesday. Have to say that I don't like the brightness of the dt990 compared to the 880. The bass was nice for some genres, but I didn't appreciate the thumping most of the time. Gonna have to send them back sometime this week.
Looking to buy some headphones, my budget is around hundred-fitty. I think that would be reasonable price range if I got a decent sound card, such as the Asus Xonar DX http://tinyurl.com/8lh4vos (not included in ideal budget)Try the Audio Technica M50's. They are an amazing entry level audiophile quality set. Careful, audio can be even more of a slippery slope than keyboards when it comes to your wallet and addiction.
Any suggestions on what to buy? I'm afraid to buy something and try it since many headphones are uncomfortable since I have glasses, mainly on the bumpy bus ride(s) for 2 hours a day. Listen to heavy metal and electronic mainly, so a clean EQ would be ideal.
Going to cop a pair of DT770 Pro/250 today that I found off Craigslist :D
Will post how they are, will be driven by a dinosaur of a receiver. Pictures to come.
Going to cop a pair of DT770 Pro/250 today that I found off Craigslist :D<br /><br />Will post how they are, will be driven by a dinosaur of a receiver. Pictures to come.Lucky dog i wish that stuff popped up in my area.
- 80Ohm (PRO)
The 80Ohm model has the most bass out of all the DT770 models. The bass is nice and pronounced with having good impact and depth, though when under amped it can have a mind of it's own. When underamped the bass gets bloated and flabby. The mids are probably the fullest of the DT770 line up but still on the recessed side. The treble is presented nicely although it sounds like it slightly rolled off. The treble is also the smoothest of the DT770 line. The soundstage is smaller then the rest though and certainly smaller than the DT770/250Ohm, most likely due to the bass and treble. This ehadphone it really good for rock, rap, metal, and any other bassy music genre's.
-250Ohm (PRO)
The Pro version sounds almost the same but the thing that is most different is the clamping force of the headband. It clamps quite tight, while the other models have a looser fit. Also the soundstage on this model seems smaller cause of the clamp and the bass is also pronounced because of the clamp as well. Other than that it sounds the same.
I have a dayton DTA-100a amp : )
Not sure if that would be adequate for it.
My 990Pro are comfortable with my glasses. I game for hours without any discomfort.
My 990Pro are comfortable with my glasses. I game for hours without any discomfort.
My 990Pro are comfortable with my glasses. I game for hours without any discomfort.
Really? I have those gunnar glasses and DT990's. Are the pro earpads more cushy?
So I haven't listen to my 990 in awhile, so I dug it up and haven't left my head in a few hours. Not sure why I enjoy listening to piano on this. Currently listening to: http://www.amazon.com/The-Chopin-Collection-Artur-Rubinstein/dp/B000026OW3/
I used to rock the ATH-AD700s but switched to HD555s. Modded them to HD595s and they're great.
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I still need an amp to balance them out as the one side seems to be slightly bassier but it's only a tiny amount, most people wouldn't notice it. I'll likely get the Fiio E10.
Anyone here have any comfort issues with the ATH M50s? I just got mine a couple days ago and they put pressure right under my ear were my jaws are...It gets uncomfortable to have them on for more than 5 minutes.
So DAC > AMP > Soundcard?
What's a good DAC around $70? Any good amps around that price?
I got myself a pair of Sennheiser HD598s about 3 months ago and the difference to my old 280s was immense...last week, I received my Fiio e10 from amazon.
I didn`t think it would make as big a difference as it did...but Im reexperiencing a lot of music since I am running this combo. I can definitely recommend this low cost DAC.
I can wear my Audio Technica AD700s all day with minimal adjustments. They are the only headphones I've used but they are so comfortable it's ridiculousYeah! I was looking at some Audio Technica's with that same type suspension system... looked super comfortable! It's just that it looked similar to the AKG pair I just got (which weren't perfect) so I thought I'd try a traditional top strap with more padding (the Sennheiser 598). But if that doesn't work, I might try some like yours!
You are better off getting good headphones that suit you and a separate mic, such as the modmic (http://www.modmic.com/).
Quick question guys. I've decided to go with the NwAvGuy Objective2 amp since I can build it myself for around $40-50 (diy pcb + ac power adapter + my own custom enclosure) vs premade which is ~$150ish, but I'd like a DAC to go alone with it. I can get the objectiveDAC preassembled pcb for $100 (since theres no DIY options for it) which can be soldered to the O2 amp to create a DAC/AMP combo. I feel like its a good deal since JDS sells the amp/dac combo for $295 and I'd only be paying ~$150 or so. Do I have a better option at that price point (either $150 combo or a $100 DAC to pair with the amp)?
Anyone else going to give some love to the HD598s? :)
Just throwing this out there... If any of you guys are looking custom mods or custom cabling, Brian Goto at http://btg-audio.webs.com is worth consideration.
I had my DT770's modded by him and his work really is exceptional. He's very well known over at the Head-Fi forums.
In other news, I'm in the market for a pair of openback cans.. I love my 770s but I just hate the isolation sometimes. I was thinking Grados, but I have no way of testing anything, unfortunately.
I'm getting my HD 598s in today! can't wait!
I'm getting my HD 598s in today! can't wait!
You're going to love them!
Test out the amazing soundstage, the first thing you need to watch is the Virtual Barber Shop video.
Makeo, I can recommend you the Dt880/600 or the dt990/600 with the little dot mkIII as that is my current setup. I do prefer the dt880 over the 990 though, because I bought the 990 once and I felt the treble was too much for me, and i preferred the neutrality of the dt880. The dt880's sound signature works for just about any genre. As for the little dot, try to get the mullard m8161 tubes for them because those tubes really bring out the details and soundstage, and simply makes the mids come alive.
Be sure to check up on massdrop within the next week or so, they might have a groupbuy on the little dot mk iv. I hope that this helped!
Yeah man, I can't recommend him enough.Just throwing this out there... If any of you guys are looking custom mods or custom cabling, Brian Goto at http://btg-audio.webs.com is worth consideration.
I had my DT770's modded by him and his work really is exceptional. He's very well known over at the Head-Fi forums.
In other news, I'm in the market for a pair of openback cans.. I love my 770s but I just hate the isolation sometimes. I was thinking Grados, but I have no way of testing anything, unfortunately.
Thanks for the link! I'm gonna consider getting my dt880 recabled or detachable cable modded. You should really get the dt880 if you love your 770.
I'm the most picky comfort guy ever, and I can couldn't stand my DT770s for very long. They're comfortable pads, but lots of clamping force. You can stretch them out a bit though. Anyway, I've tried a700s before, and they're way more comfortable in every measure IMO. BUT, DT770s sound amazing.
(I recently got some Senn HD598 though, and they are really comfortable!)
How would you describe the 880s sound? I'm assuming it's not exactly like the 770s, but I do love the sound and the comfort of my Beyers.. I was really only leaning towards Grado because even their cheaper options are well revered (60i/80i)
I'm the most picky comfort guy ever, and I can couldn't stand my DT770s for very long. They're comfortable pads, but lots of clamping force. You can stretch them out a bit though. Anyway, I've tried a700s before, and they're way more comfortable in every measure IMO. BUT, DT770s sound amazing.
(I recently got some Senn HD598 though, and they are really comfortable!)
Did you try the pro version? Because the premium version barely clamps once you stretch out the headband. They just sit snugly on my head, and are very comfortable for hours even though I wear plastic frame glasses. I've tried the HD600 in store before, and they are similiarly comfortable, except with an oval shape that might fit some ears better. So you won't go wrong with the premium beyers or with the HD600/650, just depends on your sound preference.
I spent some time with my new HD 598s last night and I can say they are amazing! Great warm, fun sound and extremely comfortable and light. Hits the low end a lot better than my Q701s. They are definitely a great pair of headphones for my genres of music which needs some bass for a great listen. Also works great for movies and gaming. I'm currently using them through a fiio e10. Now I need to add some more hours to them.
I spent some time with my new HD 598s last night and I can say they are amazing! Great warm, fun sound and extremely comfortable and light. Hits the low end a lot better than my Q701s. They are definitely a great pair of headphones for my genres of music which needs some bass for a great listen. Also works great for movies and gaming. I'm currently using them through a fiio e10. Now I need to add some more hours to them.
Nice, congratulations! I have the exact same setup, e10 too. They've gotten better with ~40-50 hours, or else I'm just falling further in love with them. Either way, they sound better that I remember on day one. :)
I managed to try out the L1 with my desktop setup... and I have to say that I'm not impressed with them at all. Maybe I like the beyer house sound too much >~<
20% off when using the coupon FALLHP www.sonicelectronix.com. (Seems to only work on beyer headphones)
I managed to get myself the last pair of beyerdynamic t70 for $303 shipped! For other people, the t70p is still available for $320, dt880/600 for $224, dt990/600 for $223.20.
Can't wait to get them! ^^
DT880: Has a very linear sound that is incredibly neutral. Still has the strong treble but also has more midrange and bass with an improved soundstage. The most neutral of the DT770-DT990 series line up.
DT990: Has a very strong treble emphasis with shallower sounding mids and more prominent bass. It could be said that this is the beyerdynamics' "fun" headphone. The soundstage is also the biggest of the DT770-DT990 series line up.
DT880 VS DT990
The DT880 and DT990 have a very similar sound, but the DT990 is noticeably brighter and has much more bass to it.
The DT990's treble is much more pronounced than the DT880 and can be called strident by those who are not used to so much treble energy. I find the DT880 and DT990 to have nearly the same detail in the treble, though the DT990is slightly more detailed. Also th DT990's treble does not sound as refined as the previous two models.
The midrange on the DT990 has a dip to it, this means it has less mids than the DT880. I think a lot of the mids get drowned out by the treble/bass to be honest. From what mids are there, they sound very nice and are quite resolving, even though they are thin. The DT880's mids have more body to them and can portray string instruments and vocals better. On the DT990 the guitars can sound thin and the vocal sound unconvincing. The DT880's mids have almost as much detail as the DT990 while retaining more body with equal amounts of transparency.
Bass on both models is excellent. They both go quite low and extend do depths that human ears cannot hear. The DT990 has far more bass than it's counterpart while keeping it tight and controlled. The one thing I noticed is that the DT990's bass does not have the same texturing to it as the DT880. The DT880's bass is more natural sounding with more definition to it while the DT990's is a fuller sounding bass with more thump.
The soundstage on the DT990 is bigger than the DT880's and has more air to it, though the imaging seems to be nearly identical. The DT880's soundstage has a "in your head" sound while the DT990's seems to go beyond your ears and around your head.
I have Beyer-DT770 and Grado's 80i, think I prefer the open design but not sure where to go from here, I kind of want to try another brand.
Hows the 990 pro compare to the premium one? Theres about a $100 difference.
Now that i've finished building my O2 amp I need to get some headphones to drive, preferably less than $200 but still strong bass. I only intend these for inside use next to my amp so open is preferred.
I know that this is a headphone thread but I am looking for a nice headset that will properly interface my audio equipment, be a high quality mic, and be a great set of just headphones when needed. I my older DAC is a Edirol FA-66 (http://tinyurl.com/ybl6czr) and the one im currently using is a Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 (http://tinyurl.com/agvrrvv). So far I have found the Beyerdynamic DT 797 PV but was wondering if there are any better or more preferred option out there.
thats a standard pc headset did you look at what I had and what ive found so far?I know that this is a headphone thread but I am looking for a nice headset that will properly interface my audio equipment, be a high quality mic, and be a great set of just headphones when needed. I my older DAC is a Edirol FA-66 (http://tinyurl.com/ybl6czr) and the one im currently using is a Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 (http://tinyurl.com/agvrrvv). So far I have found the Beyerdynamic DT 797 PV but was wondering if there are any better or more preferred option out there.
Beyer MMX 300, nearly the lowest price in Amazon's history:
http://www.amazon.com/Beyerdynamic-MMX-300-Premium-Microphone/dp/B001BYMZ5W/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1355799040&sr=8-1&keywords=Beyerdynamic+MMX+30
http://camelcamelcamel.com/Beyerdynamic-MMX-300-Premium-Microphone/product/B001BYMZ5W
FYI, the MMX300 is a DT770 Premium 32ohm...it would be better to get a standard DT770 80ohm (or higher impedence if you plan on amping) and an additional clip on mic, or if you're feeling crafty, you can make your own attachment: http://www.head-fi.org/t/195242/the-ultimate-gaming-headset-beyerdynamic-dt-770-microphone-mod
I just received my ModMic today, to complement my DT880s. I think I'll stick with that.
I just received my ModMic today, to complement my DT880s. I think I'll stick with that.
I posted the link to that in another thread a while back, how is it?
These things have held up pretty well. Good value.Show Image(http://img502.imageshack.us/img502/2162/97623829.jpg)
im heard that the 7506's have even less bass which make them not as flat and slightly more sharp because the cone is stiffer as they assume their going to be used moreThese things have held up pretty well. Good value.Show Image(http://img502.imageshack.us/img502/2162/97623829.jpg)
I have the MDR-7506
which is the same headphone but with a blue sticker.
im heard that the 7506's have even less bass which make them not as flat and slightly more sharp because the cone is stiffer as they assume their going to be used moreThese things have held up pretty well. Good value.Show Image(http://img502.imageshack.us/img502/2162/97623829.jpg)
I have the MDR-7506
which is the same headphone but with a blue sticker.
ever take one apart?im heard that the 7506's have even less bass which make them not as flat and slightly more sharp because the cone is stiffer as they assume their going to be used moreThese things have held up pretty well. Good value.Show Image(http://img502.imageshack.us/img502/2162/97623829.jpg)
I have the MDR-7506
which is the same headphone but with a blue sticker.
nahh i've owned both. theyre the same thing.
ever take one apart?im heard that the 7506's have even less bass which make them not as flat and slightly more sharp because the cone is stiffer as they assume their going to be used moreThese things have held up pretty well. Good value.Show Image(http://img502.imageshack.us/img502/2162/97623829.jpg)
I have the MDR-7506
which is the same headphone but with a blue sticker.
nahh i've owned both. theyre the same thing.
just wondering if you comared the 2 inside because i believe their replacement part number are different too.ever take one apart?im heard that the 7506's have even less bass which make them not as flat and slightly more sharp because the cone is stiffer as they assume their going to be used moreThese things have held up pretty well. Good value.Show Image(http://img502.imageshack.us/img502/2162/97623829.jpg)
I have the MDR-7506
which is the same headphone but with a blue sticker.
nahh i've owned both. theyre the same thing.
I took my v6 apart after it broke. why?
just wondering if you comared the 2 inside because i believe their replacement part number are different too.ever take one apart?im heard that the 7506's have even less bass which make them not as flat and slightly more sharp because the cone is stiffer as they assume their going to be used moreThese things have held up pretty well. Good value.Show Image(http://img502.imageshack.us/img502/2162/97623829.jpg)
I have the MDR-7506
which is the same headphone but with a blue sticker.
nahh i've owned both. theyre the same thing.
I took my v6 apart after it broke. why?
So many options, so little money lol
Will my O2 amp drive the 600 ohm versions of the dt 880/990 well?
Sennheiser HD555s with the 595 mod. I've considered marrying them.
Here's some horrible crappy cellphone pics with crappy lighting of what I have on my desk at the moment.Show Image(http://imgur.com/zGFcq.jpg)Show Image(http://imgur.com/aR4c2.jpg)
you sir belongs to head-fi hahaha.
Hey atakap, is that the little dot mk1 or 2, and how do you find it in terms of general quality?
http://www.amazon.com/Denon-AKDL1-Dedicated-Link-Cable/dp/B000I1X6PM/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_topWait, what? is this for real? Why the high price?
Oh the holy cables...
How do you guys feel about spending $$$ on high-end IEMs?
Just curious, because I had initially thought that I wanted to drop $100-$200 on some nice IEMs, but I've been using $25 Sony earbuds that have plenty good sound quality and a comfortable fit. Not as good as my dt770s, but miles ahead of SkullCandy/iPhone quality.
Idk if I can justify expensive buds/IEMs like I could a full sized set
It depends on how often you use your IEMs. Do you take them outside when you walk? Commute? If you use them for at least 30 minutes a day, I think that would justify spending the money on some more expensive IEMs. I think if you purchase the Vsonic GR07, you will find that it is close to the DT770's performance. It's not quite there since it's an IEM, but it does have very good sound quality. For reference, I used to own the dt770/250 and I still currently use the gr07 when I go out or commute.This^ and I like that you used GR07 as a comparison. I own Gr07 MK II (and others), and while I agree that the Vsonic and all iems are "not quite there" for certain things (bass, soundstage, etc.) they do other things way better than overs (detail and accuracy). I will take a quick dynamic or dual ba iem over full size headphone any day of the week.
How do you guys feel about spending $$$ on high-end IEMs?
Just curious, because I had initially thought that I wanted to drop $100-$200 on some nice IEMs, but I've been using $25 Sony earbuds that have plenty good sound quality and a comfortable fit. Not as good as my dt770s, but miles ahead of SkullCandy/iPhone quality.
Idk if I can justify expensive buds/IEMs like I could a full sized set
forget about the cable's price check out the lowest rating comments on it... people are insane!http://www.amazon.com/Denon-AKDL1-Dedicated-Link-Cable/dp/B000I1X6PM/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_topWait, what? is this for real? Why the high price?
Oh the holy cables...
http://www.amazon.com/Denon-AKDL1-Dedicated-Link-Cable/dp/B000I1X6PM/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_topWait, what? is this for real? Why the high price?
Oh the holy cables...
How do you guys feel about spending $$$ on high-end IEMs?
Just curious, because I had initially thought that I wanted to drop $100-$200 on some nice IEMs, but I've been using $25 Sony earbuds that have plenty good sound quality and a comfortable fit. Not as good as my dt770s, but miles ahead of SkullCandy/iPhone quality.
Idk if I can justify expensive buds/IEMs like I could a full sized set
It depends on how often you use your IEMs. Do you take them outside when you walk? Commute? If you use them for at least 30 minutes a day, I think that would justify spending the money on some more expensive IEMs. I think if you purchase the Vsonic GR07, you will find that it is close to the DT770's performance. It's not quite there since it's an IEM, but it does have very good sound quality. For reference, I used to own the dt770/250 and I still currently use the gr07 when I go out or commute.
Has anyone here ever used a Logitech G930 headset? If so, how was it? Any disconnect issues?
How do you guys feel about spending $$$ on high-end IEMs?
Just curious, because I had initially thought that I wanted to drop $100-$200 on some nice IEMs, but I've been using $25 Sony earbuds that have plenty good sound quality and a comfortable fit. Not as good as my dt770s, but miles ahead of SkullCandy/iPhone quality.
Idk if I can justify expensive buds/IEMs like I could a full sized set
Sounds good. I'm not really looking for anything amazing sound-wise, just a good, comfy headset for gaming. Will probably be looking to upgrade to a pair of G930s at some point then. Thanks for the feedback guys!oh yeah one negative about the G930 for me is the ear cups are closes, so your ears will get sweaty after wearing them for a long time
Sounds good. I'm not really looking for anything amazing sound-wise, just a good, comfy headset for gaming. Will probably be looking to upgrade to a pair of G930s at some point then. Thanks for the feedback guys!
Sounds good. I'm not really looking for anything amazing sound-wise, just a good, comfy headset for gaming. Will probably be looking to upgrade to a pair of G930s at some point then. Thanks for the feedback guys!
ATH-M50 + a standalone microphone > any headset
are you the same projectD on head-fi ?????? Just wondering.yar but i don't really post on Head-fi, only check the classified lol.
Sounds good. I'm not really looking for anything amazing sound-wise, just a good, comfy headset for gaming. Will probably be looking to upgrade to a pair of G930s at some point then. Thanks for the feedback guys!
ATH-M50 + a standalone microphone > any headset
Sounds good. I'm not really looking for anything amazing sound-wise, just a good, comfy headset for gaming. Will probably be looking to upgrade to a pair of G930s at some point then. Thanks for the feedback guys!
ATH-M50 + a standalone microphone > any headset
Looking at the statement
ATH-M50 + a standalone microphone > any headset ( HD650,HD800,LC2,thunderpants,Beyers) Hmmm are you sure? :x
the M50s are good and cool for someone who wants to try out mid tier headphones. However, it isn't the most comfortable headphone to wear for long hours of gaming.
You may wanna take a look at the velour pads mod for the m50.
http://www.head-fi.org/t/414574/velour-felt-pads-for-ath-m50/135
Sounds good. I'm not really looking for anything amazing sound-wise, just a good, comfy headset for gaming. Will probably be looking to upgrade to a pair of G930s at some point then. Thanks for the feedback guys!
ATH-M50 + a standalone microphone > any headset
Yes, I am aware of this. You of all people should know this about me lol. Like I said though, I really don't care about the sound quality as long as it isn't god awful. I just want a nice, comfortable wireless gaming headset since all I'd mostly be using it for is gaming and Skype/Ventrilo. Already ordered a pair of G930s so they should be coming in soon :)
Sounds good. I'm not really looking for anything amazing sound-wise, just a good, comfy headset for gaming. Will probably be looking to upgrade to a pair of G930s at some point then. Thanks for the feedback guys!
ATH-M50 + a standalone microphone > any headset
Looking at the statement
ATH-M50 + a standalone microphone > any headset ( HD650,HD800,LC2,thunderpants,Beyers) Hmmm are you sure? :x
the M50s are good and cool for someone who wants to try out mid tier headphones. However, it isn't the most comfortable headphone to wear for long hours of gaming.
You may wanna take a look at the velour pads mod for the m50.
http://www.head-fi.org/t/414574/velour-felt-pads-for-ath-m50/135
looking for a 200-300$ headphones to upgrade my ad700s for my birthday ... any suggestions ?
looking for a 200-300$ headphones to upgrade my ad700s for my birthday ... any suggestions ?
Do you have a amp? If so, DT880 600 ohms imo. You will probably like them coming from the ad700, the dt880 are fairly neutral and goes well with pretty much every genre except for super-bassy stuff. You can also go for the dt990 if you want some head rattling bass, but also more treble. The HD600 is a possibility if you can get it for $300 or under.
was planning to use them mostly with my computer HT omega striker sound card
is that bad ?
was planning to use them mostly with my computer HT omega striker sound card
is that bad ?
was planning to use them mostly with my computer HT omega striker sound card
is that bad ?
It isn't necessarily bad, it might change what people recommended though
What do you normally use your headphones for? (music genre, movies, gaming etc.)
ok how would an amp work exactly ?
hook the amp to the PC then the headphones to the amp ?
you can also check if you have a soundcard that has an amp built inEven onboard soundcards will have a headphone amp built in and will drive most headphones loud enough to cause hearing damage. External amps are not only used for driving high impedance headphones but to give better damping factor which will minimise transducer distortion when using low impedance loads like in ears or <32 ohm headphones.
Ones i know off the top of my head are the Asus Xonar ST/STX series.
The m50s clamp kinda hard unless you stretch out the headband. Even then, for people with glasses, it will still be a bit uncomfortable for a while. Velour pads are the most comfortable imo.Bingo (as someone who wears glasses at night/in the house instead of contacts)
To be really fair, I have the M50 too but I just feel like everyone here is seriously over-praising it too much. The M50s has flaws too when you are listening to more vocal / jazz music, the mids are really recessed.They were good phones when they were going for 8-90 bucks. Ierno @150, I rather spend a bit more and get a DT770/DT990 Pro.
Finally got my Little Dot MK IV SE today ^^
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Just to followup - I posted a few weeks back about looking for a comfortable headphones.
I had previous owned DT 770 Pro 80s, which were comfortable but headclamps. (Stretching didn't seem to help much.)
So then I ordered a pair of AKG K272 HD (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0028N78KC/)s. They had glorious comfort reviews, but I thought they pulled down on the top of my head harder than if they were just sitting on there due to the elastic tention on the auto-adjusting headband. Such a weird thing.
Anyway, I returned those a few days later (to Amazon) and ordered Sennheiser HD 598 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0042A8CW2/)s.
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OMG... they didn't look like they'd be more comfortable than the AKGs, but man, they are wonderful. I guess I have a sensitive head or something, because I pretty much think everything is uncomfortable, but these are wonderful. I do sometimes wear a hat if I'll have them on all day for both the dreaded hair impression and also because it's a bit more comfortable.
Oh, they sound great too. I use them with a Fiio E10. (But, comfort is 9/10 importance to me, sound is much less.)
That said, it's hard to beat a Bose AE2 headphones for their SUPER light weight. Problem there is that the ear cups are a fake kind of leather that can sometimes sweat. Plus, they don't sound good (relatively).
Edit: I also just noticed after posting this than Amazon dropped the price $25 in the past few weeks. :-/ Great value though.
Just to followup - I posted a few weeks back about looking for a comfortable headphones.
I had previous owned DT 770 Pro 80s, which were comfortable but headclamps. (Stretching didn't seem to help much.)
So then I ordered a pair of AKG K272 HD (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0028N78KC/)s. They had glorious comfort reviews, but I thought they pulled down on the top of my head harder than if they were just sitting on there due to the elastic tention on the auto-adjusting headband. Such a weird thing.
Anyway, I returned those a few days later (to Amazon) and ordered Sennheiser HD 598 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0042A8CW2/)s.
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OMG... they didn't look like they'd be more comfortable than the AKGs, but man, they are wonderful. I guess I have a sensitive head or something, because I pretty much think everything is uncomfortable, but these are wonderful. I do sometimes wear a hat if I'll have them on all day for both the dreaded hair impression and also because it's a bit more comfortable.
Oh, they sound great too. I use them with a Fiio E10. (But, comfort is 9/10 importance to me, sound is much less.)
That said, it's hard to beat a Bose AE2 headphones for their SUPER light weight. Problem there is that the ear cups are a fake kind of leather that can sometimes sweat. Plus, they don't sound good (relatively).
Edit: I also just noticed after posting this than Amazon dropped the price $25 in the past few weeks. :-/ Great value though.
got the same sennheiser :) its very good :) !!!!
Finally got my Little Dot MK IV SE today ^^
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SE come with the mullard 8100's right? Those are fantastic tubes
Finally got my Little Dot MK IV SE today ^^
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Ends up I need a quarter to eighth in. adapter for the LCD's and all my Y splitters have that stupid guard on the male end, so I have to wait until next week to even try them out. This is complete bullsh!t.
In case I want to take it on the road with my O2 travel setup.Ends up I need a quarter to eighth in. adapter for the LCD's and all my Y splitters have that stupid guard on the male end, so I have to wait until next week to even try them out. This is complete bullsh!t.
What do you need the 1/8" adapter for?
I have the 558s which I "converted" to the 598 by removing the foam pad. Supposedly that is the only difference, though some have claimed otherwise. I am happy with them for what I paid. They are very comfortable.
Guise I need advice, I can't make up my mind.
I decided that I'm going to sell my DT990s because the highs are a little too forward for my taste, and while these have nice bass, they still can't compete with my subwoofer, there's just something about wall-shaking bass that headphones can't deliver (at least in my price range).
So I want to find some headphones for classical/jazz/vocal/mellow music (a good portion would be female vocals). I was looking at the 598/600/650 seem to fit pretty well what I'm looking for. I'm going to try to buy used to get any of them under $250, $150ish for the 598s. Any advice?
Nice. One of my dream headphones are the Sony MDR-R10 bass heavy version, but for the 5-6k premium they fetch I just can't do it. With that kind of money I think I'd buy the Stax SR-009 anyway.
Just looked up the Stax and all I can say is OMFG at the price tag. They better be something special.
Just looked up the Stax and all I can say is OMFG at the price tag. They better be something special.
I've demoed the 009 a couple different times and they are simply put...amazing. It takes about 2 weeks to forget about them and go back to my LCD2s and be content.
I've already been infected by Stax but at that price point combined with a proper amp for them I just can't do it yet.
I don't know too much about audio equipment - Are these open air headphone?
Nice. One of my dream headphones are the Sony MDR-R10 bass heavy versionYes yes yes. I had the privilege of listening to a pair of these a while back and they have spoiled my ears after only a few hours with them. A dream indeed.
Has anyone here ever used a Logitech G930 headset? If so, how was it? Any disconnect issues?I have it for like 2 years, and no dissconnect issues so far. Sorry for late response :P
I'm sure this has probably been asked before, but are there any full coverage (over the ear) units recommended for people who wear glasses? I have probably six sets of headphones around the house, low- to mid-range, and haven't found a set yet that don't compress my ears against my glasses pretty painfully. Any brands noted for really soft padding, or perhaps memory foam/gel padding that conforms well for sound quality?
I'm sure this has probably been asked before, but are there any full coverage (over the ear) units recommended for people who wear glasses? I have probably six sets of headphones around the house, low- to mid-range, and haven't found a set yet that don't compress my ears against my glasses pretty painfully. Any brands noted for really soft padding, or perhaps memory foam/gel padding that conforms well for sound quality?
I wear glasses with thick frames, and I found Beyerdynamic's dt 770/880/990 + t70 to be the most comfortable while wearing my glasses. Im sure the k701/702/q701 would be fairly comfortable too, since the pads are very similiar. In general, velour pads are the way to go for people with glasses. I have the beyerdynamic clear gel pads and they weren't as comfortable as the velour on the dt series or the t70.
I'm sure this has probably been asked before, but are there any full coverage (over the ear) units recommended for people who wear glasses? I have probably six sets of headphones around the house, low- to mid-range, and haven't found a set yet that don't compress my ears against my glasses pretty painfully. Any brands noted for really soft padding, or perhaps memory foam/gel padding that conforms well for sound quality?Denon AH-Dxxxx series. No doubt the most comfortable headphones I've ever worn. Ever. They are really the only pair I can wear with glasses and forget I have them on.
I'm sure this has probably been asked before, but are there any full coverage (over the ear) units recommended for people who wear glasses? I have probably six sets of headphones around the house, low- to mid-range, and haven't found a set yet that don't compress my ears against my glasses pretty painfully. Any brands noted for really soft padding, or perhaps memory foam/gel padding that conforms well for sound quality?Denon AH-Dxxxx series. No doubt the most comfortable headphones I've ever worn. Ever. They are really the only pair I can wear with glasses and forget I have them on.
I'm sure this has probably been asked before, but are there any full coverage (over the ear) units recommended for people who wear glasses? I have probably six sets of headphones around the house, low- to mid-range, and haven't found a set yet that don't compress my ears against my glasses pretty painfully. Any brands noted for really soft padding, or perhaps memory foam/gel padding that conforms well for sound quality?Denon AH-Dxxxx series. No doubt the most comfortable headphones I've ever worn. Ever. They are really the only pair I can wear with glasses and forget I have them on.
Definitely one to add to the list to try! Thanks for the tip!
I'm sure this has probably been asked before, but are there any full coverage (over the ear) units recommended for people who wear glasses? I have probably six sets of headphones around the house, low- to mid-range, and haven't found a set yet that don't compress my ears against my glasses pretty painfully. Any brands noted for really soft padding, or perhaps memory foam/gel padding that conforms well for sound quality?Denon AH-Dxxxx series. No doubt the most comfortable headphones I've ever worn. Ever. They are really the only pair I can wear with glasses and forget I have them on.
Could $100 or less get me a good quality amp? Any recommendations for amps in that price range?
Could $100 or less get me a good quality amp? Any recommendations for amps in that price range?
Could $100 or less get me a good quality amp? Any recommendations for amps in that price range?
If you like DIY or want something with a battery, the O2 amp can be built for about $45 + $25 for a case
I'm using a pair of turtle beach x12's, I found them to be really decent but after a few hours they start to hurt.
Don't know if its the headphones, or my freakishly big ears. </fry>
I've had these for over 2 years now. These are truly great headphones. Sound quality is great, and they're VERY comfortable. I've worn them for 14+ hours straight and I have had no pain on my ears once.Show Image(http://en-de.sennheiser.com/images/669/all/square/3813/square_louped_hd_448_01_sq_music_portable_sennheiser.png)
They're Sennheiser HD 448's.
I'm sure this has probably been asked before, but are there any full coverage (over the ear) units recommended for people who wear glasses? I have probably six sets of headphones around the house, low- to mid-range, and haven't found a set yet that don't compress my ears against my glasses pretty painfully. Any brands noted for really soft padding, or perhaps memory foam/gel padding that conforms well for sound quality?
I wear glasses with thick frames, and I found Beyerdynamic's dt 770/880/990 + t70 to be the most comfortable while wearing my glasses. Im sure the k701/702/q701 would be fairly comfortable too, since the pads are very similiar. In general, velour pads are the way to go for people with glasses. I have the beyerdynamic clear gel pads and they weren't as comfortable as the velour on the dt series or the t70.
Thanks for the recommendation, I'll see if I can give these a listen! Do they require an external headphone amp, or can they be driven by an internal PC sound card?
I'm using a pair of turtle beach x12's, I found them to be really decent but after a few hours they start to hurt.
Don't know if its the headphones, or my freakishly big ears. </fry>
This seems to be the problem for a lot of people. When I used to play xbox and use my brothers turtle beaches my ears would hurt. But with my sennhesiers my ears go as if they were untouched.
Those are some strong statements. While the internal PA can drive my headphones, doing so drives me nuts.
In the past, on-board sound chips were bare bones and were stuck where ever there was room on the motherboard. HF noise gets coupled to the analog outputs. You may not hear it in a low impedance load like a headphone, but it becomes more apparent when plugged into an amplifier. My old Dell workstation at work is absolutely horrible and most laptops I have used are even worse. I can hear the mouse move on all of my laptops!
I have met far more horrible built-in sound solutions than not. Sound cards tend to be a lot better, but they still will couple noise simply because the EMI environment of a PC case is that bad. If I crank-up my desktop speakers to 1/2 or more (plugged into my sound card) I can "hear" one of my 3 HDs popping and large updates to the UI make squeaking noises.
In an office with CPU fans and whatnot and reasonable speaker volume levels, it isn't really a problem. For headphones, I prefer the black background of a decent DAC.
The real problem is that you don't know if a particular combo is good or not. Indeed, even some much-hyped add-ons (like the Essence STX) can suffer pretty badly from EM noise leakage in certain slot configurations.A properly designed DAC and amp will work great with any setup. Typically if you do DAC+amps combo they'll be external which eliminates the EMI problems you mentioned.
At the same time though, it's pointless generalising 'all onboards suck, buy a DAC' because onboards have improved quite a lot as of late in general thanks to various Microsoft edicts for compatibility.
Which is why I said listen first. His might suck, it might not.
The real problem is that you don't know if a particular combo is good or not. Indeed, even some much-hyped add-ons (like the Essence STX) can suffer pretty badly from EM noise leakage in certain slot configurations.A properly designed DAC and amp will work great with any setup. Typically if you do DAC+amps combo they'll be external which eliminates the EMI problems you mentioned.
At the same time though, it's pointless generalising 'all onboards suck, buy a DAC' because onboards have improved quite a lot as of late in general thanks to various Microsoft edicts for compatibility.
The quality of onboard sound has little to do with microsoft and compatibility.
You don't tend to find quality onboard audio because most manufacturers are more interested in packing more quantity of features than quality of. Asus is very capable in producing decent soundcards but it is pretty apparent they don't even bother trying when it comes to onboard audio. That is why don't see them quoting any of their onboard's SNR, frequency response, output impedance etc but go on for days about supporting 192kHz audio (does anybody actually listen to high sampling rate audio?).
I'm not going to say onboard audio sucks but they are inferior to any well engineered sound interface. If the listener doesn't care or appreciates the difference then onboard is probably good enough. Having said that, DAC/amp is rarely a bad investment, you can use it for your next computer/laptops and always get a great sound.
Those are some strong statements. While the internal PA can drive my headphones, doing so drives me nuts.
In the past, on-board sound chips were bare bones and were stuck where ever there was room on the motherboard. HF noise gets coupled to the analog outputs. You may not hear it in a low impedance load like a headphone, but it becomes more apparent when plugged into an amplifier. My old Dell workstation at work is absolutely horrible and most laptops I have used are even worse. I can hear the mouse move on all of my laptops!
I have met far more horrible built-in sound solutions than not. Sound cards tend to be a lot better, but they still will couple noise simply because the EMI environment of a PC case is that bad. If I crank-up my desktop speakers to 1/2 or more (plugged into my sound card) I can "hear" one of my 3 HDs popping and large updates to the UI make squeaking noises.
In an office with CPU fans and whatnot and reasonable speaker volume levels, it isn't really a problem. For headphones, I prefer the black background of a decent DAC.
I've had these for over 2 years now. These are truly great headphones. Sound quality is great, and they're VERY comfortable. I've worn them for 14+ hours straight and I have had no pain on my ears once.Show Image(http://en-de.sennheiser.com/images/669/all/square/3813/square_louped_hd_448_01_sq_music_portable_sennheiser.png)
They're Sennheiser HD 448's.
I know, right? My only complaint was build quality. That's why I actually sold them.
Now I need to find some nice cables to use with HD202.
If you're referring to the Intel HDA specs then the minimum specs is really for the interfacing of the devices rather than the audio quality. Intel has some guidelines on circuit designs so you know you won't get clicks and pops but don't expect them to measure well.The real problem is that you don't know if a particular combo is good or not. Indeed, even some much-hyped add-ons (like the Essence STX) can suffer pretty badly from EM noise leakage in certain slot configurations.A properly designed DAC and amp will work great with any setup. Typically if you do DAC+amps combo they'll be external which eliminates the EMI problems you mentioned.
At the same time though, it's pointless generalising 'all onboards suck, buy a DAC' because onboards have improved quite a lot as of late in general thanks to various Microsoft edicts for compatibility.
The quality of onboard sound has little to do with microsoft and compatibility.
I should have mentioned Intel in there as well - but they have minimums for audio quality, which have been ratcheted up over the years.QuoteYou don't tend to find quality onboard audio because most manufacturers are more interested in packing more quantity of features than quality of. Asus is very capable in producing decent soundcards but it is pretty apparent they don't even bother trying when it comes to onboard audio. That is why don't see them quoting any of their onboard's SNR, frequency response, output impedance etc but go on for days about supporting 192kHz audio (does anybody actually listen to high sampling rate audio?).
I'm not going to say onboard audio sucks but they are inferior to any well engineered sound interface. If the listener doesn't care or appreciates the difference then onboard is probably good enough. Having said that, DAC/amp is rarely a bad investment, you can use it for your next computer/laptops and always get a great sound.
Sure, for a couple of hundred plus. As I said if you happen to get a decent onboard, it may not be a major boost over a $100-class DAC, if at all. I personally prefer to skip the toys for the Head-Fi crowd and just get straight to the actual high-end and pro audio when going discrete. But what I said about onboard still stands nevertheless in my experience.
I listen to a lot of hip hop. Mostly new stuff because it's kinda bass heavy. I listen for tones, an overall clear sound, and bass I can feel. Though with monitors that may not be the easiest to get, it's possible. What headphones did you get/plan on getting?havent had the chance to try them but i've heard that sennheiser hd25-II is where its at for hip hop. someday i'll snag a pair...
I listen to a lot of hip hop. Mostly new stuff because it's kinda bass heavy. I listen for tones, an overall clear sound, and bass I can feel. Though with monitors that may not be the easiest to get, it's possible. What headphones did you get/plan on getting?
What tracks do you guys listen to when evaluating a new pair of headphones or other setup? And what specifically do you listen for?
What tracks do you guys listen to when evaluating a new pair of headphones or other setup? And what specifically do you listen for?
I usually just listen to the stuff that I like listening to the most. If you're familiar with a song, then you'll be able to hear the difference between headphones, amps, and dacs. Orchestral music usually works well.
How are the HD202's?
I listen to a lot of hip hop. Mostly new stuff because it's kinda bass heavy. I listen for tones, an overall clear sound, and bass I can feel. Though with monitors that may not be the easiest to get, it's possible. What headphones did you get/plan on getting?havent had the chance to try them but i've heard that sennheiser hd25-II is where its at for hip hop. someday i'll snag a pair...
I listen to a lot of hip hop. Mostly new stuff because it's kinda bass heavy. I listen for tones, an overall clear sound, and bass I can feel. Though with monitors that may not be the easiest to get, it's possible. What headphones did you get/plan on getting?havent had the chance to try them but i've heard that sennheiser hd25-II is where its at for hip hop. someday i'll snag a pair...
I'll look into those! I have my heart set on some ATH m50's though.
If you're referring to the Intel HDA specs then the minimum specs is really for the interfacing of the devices rather than the audio quality. Intel has some guidelines on circuit designs so you know you won't get clicks and pops but don't expect them to measure well.The real problem is that you don't know if a particular combo is good or not. Indeed, even some much-hyped add-ons (like the Essence STX) can suffer pretty badly from EM noise leakage in certain slot configurations.A properly designed DAC and amp will work great with any setup. Typically if you do DAC+amps combo they'll be external which eliminates the EMI problems you mentioned.
At the same time though, it's pointless generalising 'all onboards suck, buy a DAC' because onboards have improved quite a lot as of late in general thanks to various Microsoft edicts for compatibility.
The quality of onboard sound has little to do with microsoft and compatibility.
I should have mentioned Intel in there as well - but they have minimums for audio quality, which have been ratcheted up over the years.QuoteYou don't tend to find quality onboard audio because most manufacturers are more interested in packing more quantity of features than quality of. Asus is very capable in producing decent soundcards but it is pretty apparent they don't even bother trying when it comes to onboard audio. That is why don't see them quoting any of their onboard's SNR, frequency response, output impedance etc but go on for days about supporting 192kHz audio (does anybody actually listen to high sampling rate audio?).
I'm not going to say onboard audio sucks but they are inferior to any well engineered sound interface. If the listener doesn't care or appreciates the difference then onboard is probably good enough. Having said that, DAC/amp is rarely a bad investment, you can use it for your next computer/laptops and always get a great sound.
Sure, for a couple of hundred plus. As I said if you happen to get a decent onboard, it may not be a major boost over a $100-class DAC, if at all. I personally prefer to skip the toys for the Head-Fi crowd and just get straight to the actual high-end and pro audio when going discrete. But what I said about onboard still stands nevertheless in my experience.
High end hifi stuff is one thing but pro-audio is another. Pro audio equipment usually require balance audio and as a result they typically have a lower SNR. Also they are usually designed to drive studio headphones which are 250~600ohms and their output impedance is quite high (typically around 30-50ohms) and way too high to drive normal headphones properly.
This is kind of Head-Fi rote nonsense. Sure low-impedance phones work OK on a lot of studio gear. It's not all DT250-250's and HD600's out there IRL you know, jeez.
Can anyone explain to me why some headphones need an amplifier? Just starting to look at headphones and i'm lost :confused:
This is kind of Head-Fi rote nonsense. Sure low-impedance phones work OK on a lot of studio gear. It's not all DT250-250's and HD600's out there IRL you know, jeez.
So could you guys recommend some good Jack of all trades type of headphones? I literally listen to pretty much all genres of music. I was looking at the MDR-V6s. Money isn't really a big deal as I won't be getting these until I get a job, which hopefully will be within the next few months.
Probably equal to or less than 300 dollars. I'd prefer closed back however I don't really use headphones outside of my home so it doesn't really matter.
Thanks, if I were to get an amp, what would be a good one to get?
If you're referring to the Intel HDA specs then the minimum specs is really for the interfacing of the devices rather than the audio quality. Intel has some guidelines on circuit designs so you know you won't get clicks and pops but don't expect them to measure well.The real problem is that you don't know if a particular combo is good or not. Indeed, even some much-hyped add-ons (like the Essence STX) can suffer pretty badly from EM noise leakage in certain slot configurations.A properly designed DAC and amp will work great with any setup. Typically if you do DAC+amps combo they'll be external which eliminates the EMI problems you mentioned.
At the same time though, it's pointless generalising 'all onboards suck, buy a DAC' because onboards have improved quite a lot as of late in general thanks to various Microsoft edicts for compatibility.
The quality of onboard sound has little to do with microsoft and compatibility.
I should have mentioned Intel in there as well - but they have minimums for audio quality, which have been ratcheted up over the years.QuoteYou don't tend to find quality onboard audio because most manufacturers are more interested in packing more quantity of features than quality of. Asus is very capable in producing decent soundcards but it is pretty apparent they don't even bother trying when it comes to onboard audio. That is why don't see them quoting any of their onboard's SNR, frequency response, output impedance etc but go on for days about supporting 192kHz audio (does anybody actually listen to high sampling rate audio?).
I'm not going to say onboard audio sucks but they are inferior to any well engineered sound interface. If the listener doesn't care or appreciates the difference then onboard is probably good enough. Having said that, DAC/amp is rarely a bad investment, you can use it for your next computer/laptops and always get a great sound.
Sure, for a couple of hundred plus. As I said if you happen to get a decent onboard, it may not be a major boost over a $100-class DAC, if at all. I personally prefer to skip the toys for the Head-Fi crowd and just get straight to the actual high-end and pro audio when going discrete. But what I said about onboard still stands nevertheless in my experience.
High end hifi stuff is one thing but pro-audio is another. Pro audio equipment usually require balance audio and as a result they typically have a lower SNR. Also they are usually designed to drive studio headphones which are 250~600ohms and their output impedance is quite high (typically around 30-50ohms) and way too high to drive normal headphones properly.
This is kind of Head-Fi rote nonsense. Sure low-impedance phones work OK on a lot of studio gear. It's not all DT250-250's and HD600's out there IRL you know, jeez.
If you're referring to the Intel HDA specs then the minimum specs is really for the interfacing of the devices rather than the audio quality. Intel has some guidelines on circuit designs so you know you won't get clicks and pops but don't expect them to measure well.The real problem is that you don't know if a particular combo is good or not. Indeed, even some much-hyped add-ons (like the Essence STX) can suffer pretty badly from EM noise leakage in certain slot configurations.A properly designed DAC and amp will work great with any setup. Typically if you do DAC+amps combo they'll be external which eliminates the EMI problems you mentioned.
At the same time though, it's pointless generalising 'all onboards suck, buy a DAC' because onboards have improved quite a lot as of late in general thanks to various Microsoft edicts for compatibility.
The quality of onboard sound has little to do with microsoft and compatibility.
I should have mentioned Intel in there as well - but they have minimums for audio quality, which have been ratcheted up over the years.QuoteYou don't tend to find quality onboard audio because most manufacturers are more interested in packing more quantity of features than quality of. Asus is very capable in producing decent soundcards but it is pretty apparent they don't even bother trying when it comes to onboard audio. That is why don't see them quoting any of their onboard's SNR, frequency response, output impedance etc but go on for days about supporting 192kHz audio (does anybody actually listen to high sampling rate audio?).
I'm not going to say onboard audio sucks but they are inferior to any well engineered sound interface. If the listener doesn't care or appreciates the difference then onboard is probably good enough. Having said that, DAC/amp is rarely a bad investment, you can use it for your next computer/laptops and always get a great sound.
Sure, for a couple of hundred plus. As I said if you happen to get a decent onboard, it may not be a major boost over a $100-class DAC, if at all. I personally prefer to skip the toys for the Head-Fi crowd and just get straight to the actual high-end and pro audio when going discrete. But what I said about onboard still stands nevertheless in my experience.
High end hifi stuff is one thing but pro-audio is another. Pro audio equipment usually require balance audio and as a result they typically have a lower SNR. Also they are usually designed to drive studio headphones which are 250~600ohms and their output impedance is quite high (typically around 30-50ohms) and way too high to drive normal headphones properly.
This is kind of Head-Fi rote nonsense. Sure low-impedance phones work OK on a lot of studio gear. It's not all DT250-250's and HD600's out there IRL you know, jeez.
I don't know if you're trolling or not but if you're using low impedance loads like in ears (8 ohms) and your output impedance is 50ohms then you're looking at a damping factor of 0.16. There is absolutely no chance you'll get the intended frequency response of the interface, if you're looking at regular headphones 32 ohms you're still looking at a damping factor which is less than one. A high damping factor is essential for a flat frequency response. This isn't Head-Fi nonsense, damping factors and impedance matching was taught to me when I was doing my undergrad in EE.
If you think it works "ok" then whatever. I guess your definition of "ok" just means it produces sound and no regard for high fidelity.
Hi, this has probably been asked a million times but is there any good small headphone amp for a decent price? I've been looking at the NuForce udac2, according to my dads hifi magazine its the most bang for the buck.
(http://i.imgur.com/oLw4lWB.jpg)If you're referring to the Intel HDA specs then the minimum specs is really for the interfacing of the devices rather than the audio quality. Intel has some guidelines on circuit designs so you know you won't get clicks and pops but don't expect them to measure well.The real problem is that you don't know if a particular combo is good or not. Indeed, even some much-hyped add-ons (like the Essence STX) can suffer pretty badly from EM noise leakage in certain slot configurations.A properly designed DAC and amp will work great with any setup. Typically if you do DAC+amps combo they'll be external which eliminates the EMI problems you mentioned.
At the same time though, it's pointless generalising 'all onboards suck, buy a DAC' because onboards have improved quite a lot as of late in general thanks to various Microsoft edicts for compatibility.
The quality of onboard sound has little to do with microsoft and compatibility.
I should have mentioned Intel in there as well - but they have minimums for audio quality, which have been ratcheted up over the years.QuoteYou don't tend to find quality onboard audio because most manufacturers are more interested in packing more quantity of features than quality of. Asus is very capable in producing decent soundcards but it is pretty apparent they don't even bother trying when it comes to onboard audio. That is why don't see them quoting any of their onboard's SNR, frequency response, output impedance etc but go on for days about supporting 192kHz audio (does anybody actually listen to high sampling rate audio?).
I'm not going to say onboard audio sucks but they are inferior to any well engineered sound interface. If the listener doesn't care or appreciates the difference then onboard is probably good enough. Having said that, DAC/amp is rarely a bad investment, you can use it for your next computer/laptops and always get a great sound.
Sure, for a couple of hundred plus. As I said if you happen to get a decent onboard, it may not be a major boost over a $100-class DAC, if at all. I personally prefer to skip the toys for the Head-Fi crowd and just get straight to the actual high-end and pro audio when going discrete. But what I said about onboard still stands nevertheless in my experience.
High end hifi stuff is one thing but pro-audio is another. Pro audio equipment usually require balance audio and as a result they typically have a lower SNR. Also they are usually designed to drive studio headphones which are 250~600ohms and their output impedance is quite high (typically around 30-50ohms) and way too high to drive normal headphones properly.
This is kind of Head-Fi rote nonsense. Sure low-impedance phones work OK on a lot of studio gear. It's not all DT250-250's and HD600's out there IRL you know, jeez.
I don't know if you're trolling or not but if you're using low impedance loads like in ears (8 ohms) and your output impedance is 50ohms then you're looking at a damping factor of 0.16. There is absolutely no chance you'll get the intended frequency response of the interface, if you're looking at regular headphones 32 ohms you're still looking at a damping factor which is less than one. A high damping factor is essential for a flat frequency response. This isn't Head-Fi nonsense, damping factors and impedance matching was taught to me when I was doing my undergrad in EE.
If you think it works "ok" then whatever. I guess your definition of "ok" just means it produces sound and no regard for high fidelity.
We aren't talking about in-ears (with which absolutely there are frequently impedance issues) and you know it.
It's all very well throwing around theory, but clearly without genuine relevant experience you're the bigger troll.
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(And even this combo, which I wouldn't normally use = 1.03)
Took the bait, ordered the 600 Ohm version of HD 25. I wonder if a laptop soundcard will be able to drive it.
Are the DT770's still in production by Beyer? Since they weren't listed at headroom, I kind of assumed they were discontinued.
If so, what is a good closed headphone, that does rock, pop, hip-hop, and electronica well? I'm looking for something in the $300-500 range.
Took the bait, ordered the 600 Ohm version of HD 25. I wonder if a laptop soundcard will be able to drive it.
Probably, I heard they aren't as hard to drive as most 600ohm headphones, it might not get very loud, but it'll still probably be good enough for normal listening levels
Are the DT770's still in production by Beyer? Since they weren't listed at headroom, I kind of assumed they were discontinued.
If so, what is a good closed headphone, that does rock, pop, hip-hop, and electronica well? I'm looking for something in the $300-500 range.
Yes, they're still in production. There aren't too many closed headphones in that price range. Maybe try the beyer t70? They pretty much sound like an improved version of the dt880, so they're very good for each genre. The t70's bass is pretty neutral though so that might not be to your liking for those genres.
Are the DT770's still in production by Beyer? Since they weren't listed at headroom, I kind of assumed they were discontinued.
If so, what is a good closed headphone, that does rock, pop, hip-hop, and electronica well? I'm looking for something in the $300-500 range.
Yes, they're still in production. There aren't too many closed headphones in that price range. Maybe try the beyer t70? They pretty much sound like an improved version of the dt880, so they're very good for each genre. The t70's bass is pretty neutral though so that might not be to your liking for those genres.
Gotcha, thank you. Yes, I looked up the T70, and I'm all for neutral bass (not a bass-head myself). It's definitely a headphone I'm considering if my budget gets there.
Are the DT770's still in production by Beyer? Since they weren't listed at headroom, I kind of assumed they were discontinued.
If so, what is a good closed headphone, that does rock, pop, hip-hop, and electronica well? I'm looking for something in the $300-500 range.
Yes, they're still in production. There aren't too many closed headphones in that price range. Maybe try the beyer t70? They pretty much sound like an improved version of the dt880, so they're very good for each genre. The t70's bass is pretty neutral though so that might not be to your liking for those genres.
Gotcha, thank you. Yes, I looked up the T70, and I'm all for neutral bass (not a bass-head myself). It's definitely a headphone I'm considering if my budget gets there.
I was able to buy my pair of T70 (250ohm) for $345 (new) from a winter sale event last year :P. They're really a great pair of headphones, especially if you pair it up with a decent amp and dac. Even then, they're not too picky and scale very well.
I just picked up a mint pair of Sennheiser HD-650's from eBay (in original box) for a pretty decent price. After listening to the DT880 Pros at work for so long, these are a breath of fresh air. They have that cheaper, plasticy feeling that all Senns have, but the reduced weight and the shape of the cans make them more comfortable after many hours of listening. They are darker than the DT-880s, of course, but are more open and sound more lively at the same time. Not sure how the difference in impedance is affecting how this little E17 drives them. I'm going to do a more controlled comparison of all four of these on my good DAC at home at some point.Show Image(http://www.knizefamily.net/images/pool/headphones-quad.jpg)
Left to right: Senn HD-650, Senn HD-558 ("598" mod), Beyer DT880 Pro, ATH M50
I just picked up a mint pair of Sennheiser HD-650's from eBay (in original box) for a pretty decent price. After listening to the DT880 Pros at work for so long, these are a breath of fresh air. They have that cheaper, plasticy feeling that all Senns have, but the reduced weight and the shape of the cans make them more comfortable after many hours of listening. They are darker than the DT-880s, of course, but are more open and sound more lively at the same time. Not sure how the difference in impedance is affecting how this little E17 drives them. I'm going to do a more controlled comparison of all four of these on my good DAC at home at some point.Show Image(http://www.knizefamily.net/images/pool/headphones-quad.jpg)
Left to right: Senn HD-650, Senn HD-558 ("598" mod), Beyer DT880 Pro, ATH M50
The DT880 has very low bass impact compared to the HD600/650 and a pretty high peak in the frequency response around 8-8.5 kHz which makes it sound brighter and more hissy/sibilant (this peak corresponds to the 's' sound). I have also noted that the HD600/650 is much more comfortable than the upper-end Beyerdynamics.
Anyone interested in trading for a pair of DT-770 250s? I can't use closed back headphones anymore and would be interested in trading for something open.How old are your DT770s?
Anyone interested in trading for a pair of DT-770 250s? I can't use closed back headphones anymore and would be interested in trading for something open.How old are your DT770s?
Got a pair of the Sony MDR-V6 headphones a few months ago. Very happy with them.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/DbD7aOi.png)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/RJxHztG.jpg)
I'll keep an eye out for those. I've wanted to try some out for a while.Anyone interested in trading for a pair of DT-770 250s? I can't use closed back headphones anymore and would be interested in trading for something open.How old are your DT770s?
Bought them brand new maybe a few months ago? (I still have the original box) Barely used them because I have a slight ring in my ears they exacerbate, so I ended up sticking with my Grados for now. I'll throw them up in the classifieds in the next week but feel free to PM me if you have any interest.
Anybody has experiences with the AKG K-701? I got one for christmas, it just broke (think it's a problem with the cable, one side doesn't work anymore). I must say I'm very disappointed by AKG products so far. I had 80€ In-Ears by them a few years ago, got them RMA'ed 3 times, and they broke 3 times in a row again, always within the first 3 weeks.
Oh man... now that you mention the HD-600 as being a better all-arounder than the T70, I'm now also thinking about the HD-600, haha.
But, I still think I want a closed headphone this time around, so most likely I'll go with the T70. Thanks again for your impressions.
Does anyone have any thoughts on the EarPollution Mogulz DJ headphones? They look to be of fantastic value, and some people tell me that they're some of the best in the world.
Well, the best in the world as an exaggerated point.Does anyone have any thoughts on the EarPollution Mogulz DJ headphones? They look to be of fantastic value, and some people tell me that they're some of the best in the world.
Who's telling you that they're some of the best in the world? There are tons of better headphones out there.
I currently have this set-up.If you care about retaining gaming audio support (hardware-accelerated OpenAL and DirectSound3D-with-ALchemy, EAX, that sort of thing), I'd suggest an external DAC with S/PDIF input (NOT USB, that's basically an external sound card in and of itself), connected to the X-Fi via Toslink. Also, if you're really picky about audio quality, set it to Audio Creation Mode, enable bit-matched playback, and use a media player with an ASIO plugin.
Sennheiser HD 518's (I like them, I only use them every once and a while though)
Sound Blaster Fatality (ehh....)
Swan M50's (Would buy another pair just for the novelty. They are that good)
I want to improve my current audio-setup (For music, gaming is 2nd)
Now, I mainly use my speakers because they are pretty much beast as, but I want to get the most out of my headphones.
So, I was hoping to get a DAC/AMP combo which would allow me to output the improved signal to speakers plus provide me with a headphone amp that is better than the soundblaster one.
I was thinking of the Audio Engine D1, it seems popular and is in my price range. <$200
But then I wasn't sure if I would use TOSLINK or USB.
And I have no idea if the soundcard would be worth it after I get this, because my Motherboard has a digital output.
So basically, what should I get/do to improve this setup?
(I use FOOBAR with FLAC files which I rip myself, if you're wondering.)
I've been trying to decided between a senn hd650 or a HE-400 Planar forever but I can't seem to pull the trigger on either.
Just picked up the Sennheiser PX 100-II headphones as a somewhat lo-fi and affordable portable solution for my laptop. I didn't do my normal online research before buying them, other than looking at a few "thumbs up" reviews. I know they won't sound as good as my HD-650 headphones, but I'm still curious. Does anyone have any thoughts on the PX 100-II?
They're portable and okay sounding, but they don't isolate and leak noise so you might be tempted to turn up the volume to compensate. Honestly, I would rather get IEMs cause they provide better isolation and sound quality then the PX 100-II imo. But if you're not into using IEMs and want a cheap portable, then it's a good choice.
Other on-ear choices would be v-moda m80, sennheiser hd-25-ii, and sennheiser amperiors. Out of them, I would go with the refurbished amperiors for looks, sound quality, and portability.
They're portable and okay sounding, but they don't isolate and leak noise so you might be tempted to turn up the volume to compensate. Honestly, I would rather get IEMs cause they provide better isolation and sound quality then the PX 100-II imo. But if you're not into using IEMs and want a cheap portable, then it's a good choice.
Other on-ear choices would be v-moda m80, sennheiser hd-25-ii, and sennheiser amperiors. Out of them, I would go with the refurbished amperiors for looks, sound quality, and portability.
Thanks. I should have clarified that my budget was less than $50.00 and that I was looking for something open (other than a Grado) and non-IEM (I already have two sets of IEMs). These are basically going to be tossed around in backpacks and drawers, used by kids, and most likely lost or broken within a year. So I didn't want to drop $200 plus on better options. The Amperiors look sick, by the way.
Koss PortaPro.
At that price point, you're better off with something like the Sony MDR-V6 (http://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR-V6-Monitor-Headphones-Voice/dp/B00001WRSJ/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1369939369&sr=1-1&keywords=sony+mdr-6) or the CAL (http://www.amazon.com/Creative-EF0060-Aurvana-Live-Headphones/dp/B000ZJZ7OA/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1369939394&sr=1-1&keywords=creative+aurvana+live)
Got a ath=a900x but need something with a little more bass. Any recommendations >
Got a ath=a900x but need something with a little more bass. Any recommendations >
Budget? And what will you be playing your music out of?
Purchased a used LFF Parafox modded t50rp last night. Time to see what a modded t50rp is all about. Hoping it'll arrive by Saturday so that I can play around with it during the weekend.
And boost, since you're in NYC, you can try the dt880 and dt990 at B&H (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/find/HelpCenter/NYSuperStore08.jsp), as well as many other headphones there. B&H has a great 30 day return policy, with no restocking fees. AC gears (http://www.acgears.com/contact-us) has the hd598 if you want to try that out as well.
My friend came over with his dt990/250 pro and I found it to have more bass impact than the hd600. The dt880 is lacking bass impact, but it still has more bass than the a900x at least.
I've been trying to decided between a senn hd650 or a HE-400 Planar forever but I can't seem to pull the trigger on either.
They're both quite different. Would be best if you could try them both out. I'm trying to trade my T70 for a he-400 to try out. I'll let you know if i manage to get a pair.
That'd be great, I really wish I could try them locally =(
I wanted to get into headphones...but then i found keyboards xD
no money to buy a decent set of cans
..someday..
I live in Oregon so that's pretty slim picking haha. I've looked around on head-fi but never pulled the trigger on anything.
I bought a V-MODA Crossfade LP2 awhile ago and I absolutely love them. That being said you should prob try an ad700 when you can Dubsgalore those are pretty amazing and comfortable for their price.
I wanted to get into headphones...but then i found keyboards xD
no money to buy a decent set of cans
..someday..
It doesn't cost much to get decent sound. That being said, if the NYC GH meet gets going, you could try out my headphones and setup.
I wanted to get into headphones...but then i found keyboards xD
no money to buy a decent set of cans
..someday..
It doesn't cost much to get decent sound. That being said, if the NYC GH meet gets going, you could try out my headphones and setup.
that would be a cool idea! xD
using a steelseries headset and onboard audio...so basically it's just comfy right now haha
i would like to get into the hifi (headfi?) community soon
i listen to a lot of edm haha
i actually kinda want to get into headphones and audio...but I right now I want to focus on satisfying my keyboards needs...which seems endless right nowidk what kinda edm you listen to but if it has a decent amount of low, heavy bass then don't get the mdrs.
a friend suggested to me 'Sony MDRv6' headphones...so i think i will save up for them now!
of course after i buy my poker 2 and preorder dolch ;)
i actually kinda want to get into headphones and audio...but I right now I want to focus on satisfying my keyboards needs...which seems endless right nowidk what kinda edm you listen to but if it has a decent amount of low, heavy bass then don't get the mdrs.
a friend suggested to me 'Sony MDRv6' headphones...so i think i will save up for them now!
of course after i buy my poker 2 and preorder dolch ;)
I'd go with the Creative Aurvana Live instead for EDM, the MDR-V6s have more treble and less bass.
:O Massdrop just put up Beyerdynamic DT 880
lot of drumstep, progressive and melodic house, and tranceMdrs would be fine for house and trance. I'm not too familiar with drumstep though. Am I right in saying it's a mix of "dubstep" (note "s) and the drums from drum & bass? If so then the mdrs would be fine. They're just bad when it comes to low, deep bass like this (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QOQIoUq4GWg#t=1m5s).
Yea the lowest tier is $219 new too bad only 250 ohm one....
lot of drumstep, progressive and melodic house, and tranceMdrs would be fine for house and trance. I'm not too familiar with drumstep though. Am I right in saying it's a mix of "dubstep" (note "s) and the drums from drum & bass? If so then the mdrs would be fine. They're just bad when it comes to low, deep bass like this (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QOQIoUq4GWg#t=1m5s).
Were you even able to hear that bass on the turtle beaches? If so then I'm genuinely surprised! I find that song to be an amazing test for headphones since most bad headphones can barely pick up the bass on it.
Just listening to that track on the Turtle Beach X12, with the "bass" adjusted all the way up... :p
I have got to get a different hobby.
lot of drumstep, progressive and melodic house, and tranceMdrs would be fine for house and trance. I'm not too familiar with drumstep though. Am I right in saying it's a mix of "dubstep" (note "s) and the drums from drum & bass? If so then the mdrs would be fine. They're just bad when it comes to low, deep bass like this (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QOQIoUq4GWg#t=1m5s).
Based on the recommendations here, I picked up a pair of Sennheiser HD598 headphones over the weekend. Very nice listening experience! My only other Sennheisers were HD205's, which were really tight fitting, and not nearly as comfortable as the larger over-ear cans.
These are my first open-back headphones, really have a spacious sound. I've listened to various music types with them so far, and I haven't found a single area where they fall short of my expectations. Tight bass, clear mid-range, and highs aren't metallic at all, very balanced and musical. I've also used them for listening to movies, given me a whole new appreciation for end-credit music!
Using a Xonar DX sound card on my home PC, and the stock audio output on my work laptop. Listening levels are perfect at less than 5% of total volume.
I did find to my chagrin that the outboard microphone I purchased for a gaming Skype setup wasn't actually necessary. I was having trouble hearing player dialogue around the remote game table using the Turtle Beach X12 headphones, but the HD598s resolve speech wonderfully, I was able to hear even background chatter with no straining.
You're pretty much set with the o2/odac combined with the hd600 & gr07! But which are your favorite pair of headphones?Right now I'm enjoying the X1 very much, they make everything feel so alive with a slight V-curve. But if I only had to own one I think I would choose the Gr07 because I can take them anywhere. I use 4th gen Nano as portable player.
I've listened to the Fidelio L1 and wasn't impressed by it at all. It was overly dark for me. I'd like to try the X1, but unfortunately it isn't available in the U.S yet for some reason.I've tried the L1 and hated them so..
LFF Paradox = full of win. Most neutral and clearest sounding headphone i've ever owned. It's hard to believe how a modded $100 headphone can sound THIS GOOD.
Where do you live?
I wanted to get into headphones...but then i found keyboards xDYou'd be surprised how little you can spend and come away with an outstanding set / setup. Specifically, the V-Moda M-80's that MSRP at $200 -- which most people even on head-fi would have to include in best entry-level bang-for-buck discussions -- are now down to $145-160 regular price on Amazon, and can occasionally be caught on sale there for $130 new. Crazy good headphones for exactly the same price as a good mid/high-end stock mechanical keyboard. Give up one keyboard you were planning on buying and "someday" could be next week's audio revelation.
no money to buy a decent set of cans
..someday..
I live in Oregon so that's pretty slim picking haha. I've looked around on head-fi but never pulled the trigger on anything.I got the Crossfade LPs in late 2011 as my first ever attempt at a decent pair and was generally really pleased for the price. Really respectable if you're into bass-heavy music -- like a savvy consumers' secret for getting better Beats, at 75% off.
I bought a V-MODA Crossfade LP2 awhile ago and I absolutely love them. That being said you should prob try an ad700 when you can Dubsgalore those are pretty amazing and comfortable for their price.
Sennheiser HD555s with the 595 mod. I've considered marrying them.
Sennheiser HD555s with the 595 mod. I've considered marrying them.
You'd end up cheating on them with the HD600.
Please for the love ofgodhi-fi... don't get ultrasones.
Please for the love ofgodhi-fi... don't get ultrasones.
Please for the love ofgodhi-fi... don't get ultrasones.
Hm, why not?
Please for the love ofgodhi-fi... don't get ultrasones.
Hm, why not?
Have you, personally, listened to any ultrasones before?
I can't say much about the pro 750 but here's what I have to say about the ones that i've heard:
Pro 900 - overwhelming bass with super harsh treble. "The 5 sec rule is safer than 5 secs listening to these" -purrin
HFI-580 - sounded okay-ish... but mids were kinda weird and still had harsh treble.
HFI-2200 - ^same crap.
DJ1 pro - Possibly the worst headphone I've ever heard. I'd rather take beats than the DJ1 pro. Vocals on these headphones sound like they were bouncing off walls in a cave. A CSD plot will show you why.
Edition 8 - Eh... sounded okay, but still had the ultrasone treble. More overpriced than beats.
Edition 10 - <-nuff said, great lulz.
If you really want more bass impact for electronic music, go hd600 or go ortho. Even a dt990 would do, providing you with great bass while having smoother treble than any ultrasone would have.
Just beware! It's a trap. I already have six pairs of headphones at this point (and planning to get IEMs and probably two amps), and you may find yourself listening to sounds rather than music.
I see, well wait for your ES1 I suppose. If a acrylic shell is not enough isolation for you, you may want to get a silicone shelled CIEM for even more isolation.
I see, well wait for your ES1 I suppose. If a acrylic shell is not enough isolation for you, you may want to get a silicone shelled CIEM for even more isolation.
Thegunner100 - The ES1 are actually a nifty silicone/acrylic hybrid (silicone at the tip), which was what drew me to Westone.
Need some circumaural headphones for dance, trance, dubstep and pop. Comfort is very important to me. DT770 Pro 80s sounded too distant and were uncomfortable on my jaw but fine on my ears and the M-Audio Q40s clamped my jaw like a vice grip even after I stretched them. Any advice on headphones for £150 GBP or below?
Too distant in what way? Perhaps with vocals? Amped or unamped?
I need a headphone amp that doesn't suck at top end - I don't listen to stuff that's mastered at 20kHz top often and I hear up to at least 26kHz. Yes, that means the FiiO E17 is pretty much right out (http://www.fiio.com.cn/UploadFiles/main/Images/2012/12/20121204094036.jpg). If it's not reasonably flat on distortion through at least 22kHz, nope! Portable is best but I can live with desktop. I can't live with the insane $600+ gold-plated deoxygenated snake-oil crap though.
It'll be driven by various, but mostly an HT Omega Claro Halo (non-XT, so no amp), Claro II and mediocre juryrigged mixing board (which includes a Prophet 2k8) - could use some OpAmp recommendations as well for the Claros.
Halp?
So you really hear up to 26khz eh...? Please tell us how it sounds like up there, cause I can barely hear past 19.4khz on my hd600 + UHA-6S using audacity's tone generator.
There's a lot of analog devices and Ti opamps I love, but I mostly use mono opamps for the purpose of guitar amplification/overdrive.
Yeah, I was considering LME49720 or good old OPA2134 since it needs to be two channel, but I'm not well versed in OpAmps. Trying to find something with a very low voltage offset drift, due to high temperatures.
Yeah, I was considering LME49720 or good old OPA2134 since it needs to be two channel, but I'm not well versed in OpAmps. Trying to find something with a very low voltage offset drift, due to high temperatures.
I've used the mono version of the OPA2134 in all kinds of head/cold due to weather conditions, but I have not used it in something that generates its own heat. Sounded great the whole time.
Re-sleeved my Ath-ad500's with some violet mdpc-x and added a Rean 3.5mm plug. Shortened the cable about a foot. Doing my Ha-Rx500's tonight and am gonna shorten those about 4ft (cable is 10ft long).
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Re-sleeved my Ath-ad500's with some violet mdpc-x and added a Rean 3.5mm plug. Shortened the cable about a foot. Doing my Ha-Rx500's tonight and am gonna shorten those about 4ft (cable is 10ft long).
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Beautiful set of cans you got there!
Re-sleeved my Ath-ad500's with some violet mdpc-x and added a Rean 3.5mm plug. Shortened the cable about a foot. Doing my Ha-Rx500's tonight and am gonna shorten those about 4ft (cable is 10ft long).
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Anybody know how to go about re-cabling a set of HD-555s?Look up how to disassemble them on youtube or head-fi. Should be pretty easy from there if you know how to recable already.
Re-sleeved my Ath-ad500's with some violet mdpc-x and added a Rean 3.5mm plug. Shortened the cable about a foot. Doing my Ha-Rx500's tonight and am gonna shorten those about 4ft (cable is 10ft long).
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Wooo. I would definitely like to get mine threaded and shortened like yours Badwrench ;D
May I ask how you managed to shorten it?
Here's mine sitting on my lamp.
Hey II saw the SoundMAGIC HP100 Headphones on Massdrop and I am very tempted and there seems to be a lot of good reviews on them but I am n00b with headphones and never had good ones so I would like to have some feedback on them. I would mainly use them with my computer either to watch videos, listen to music and play games.
need EIM under 100 kthx
looking at Shure SE215, any other suggestions? I know this is the headphone thread but im a rebel and post where i want.
Before I refer to a messy HiFi thread, I'm wondering if anyone here knows how do a cable mod on the ATH-M50. The thread on HiFi is a bit unorganize and unclear.
A link would be much appreciated.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/C6Ntob5.gif)
Before I refer to a messy HiFi thread, I'm wondering if anyone here knows how do a cable mod on the ATH-M50. The thread on HiFi is a bit unorganize and unclear.
A link would be much appreciated.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/C6Ntob5.gif)
Have a video -
need IEM under 100 kthxKlipsch X10 at slightly above, otherwise Hifiman he-400.
looking at Shure SE215, any other suggestions? I know this is the headphone thread but im a rebel and post where i want.
I've spent way too long trying to find a new pair of headphones just for lols, but I think I'm going to pick up a pair of ath-a900x and probably a pair of mad dog t50rp (thanks to binge's audtion) and see where things fall.
My wallet really hates me for this, but...Show Image(http://s21.postimg.org/h32okx4vb/SRM_T1_1.jpg)
Gotta say, this stock-condition SR-Lambda is quite the improvement over the "beater" Lambda with rebuilt drivers I've had for the last two years.
I don't notice a dramatic improvement using the SRM-T1 in place of that receiver and the SRD-7/SB, but I suppose it's to be expected. The biggest changes in sound quality tend to happen with the headphones themselves, not the amps.
My wallet really hates me for this, but...Show Image(http://s21.postimg.org/h32okx4vb/SRM_T1_1.jpg)
Gotta say, this stock-condition SR-Lambda is quite the improvement over the "beater" Lambda with rebuilt drivers I've had for the last two years.
I don't notice a dramatic improvement using the SRM-T1 in place of that receiver and the SRD-7/SB, but I suppose it's to be expected. The biggest changes in sound quality tend to happen with the headphones themselves, not the amps.
An entire Stax system-with direct-drive amp-for $6? Lucky son of a...My wallet really hates me for this, but...Show Image(http://s21.postimg.org/h32okx4vb/SRM_T1_1.jpg)
Gotta say, this stock-condition SR-Lambda is quite the improvement over the "beater" Lambda with rebuilt drivers I've had for the last two years.
I don't notice a dramatic improvement using the SRM-T1 in place of that receiver and the SRD-7/SB, but I suppose it's to be expected. The biggest changes in sound quality tend to happen with the headphones themselves, not the amps.
My friend picked up a pair of those plus amp at a garage sale for $6. I hate him. :))
Though now I have Sennheiser HD600s which are slightly better overall. I still payed way more than $6 for them though.
AKG K702: Absolutely awesome headphones! I'm only pushing sound out of a Creative Fatal1ty card. Not the best sound output but it works for now.
Sony MDR-V6: For only $75 I've been impressed with this set. They have good range while still keeping a solid base. A good starter headphone for anyone. My only gripe about this set is they get a little sweaty after an hour of use.
Next in line I am hoping to get a pair of Sennheiser HD650's. If I can find them for the right price.
HE-400 on massdrop? Where?
An entire Stax system-with direct-drive amp-for $6? Lucky son of a...My wallet really hates me for this, but...Show Image(http://s21.postimg.org/h32okx4vb/SRM_T1_1.jpg)
Gotta say, this stock-condition SR-Lambda is quite the improvement over the "beater" Lambda with rebuilt drivers I've had for the last two years.
I don't notice a dramatic improvement using the SRM-T1 in place of that receiver and the SRD-7/SB, but I suppose it's to be expected. The biggest changes in sound quality tend to happen with the headphones themselves, not the amps.
My friend picked up a pair of those plus amp at a garage sale for $6. I hate him. :))
Though now I have Sennheiser HD600s which are slightly better overall. I still payed way more than $6 for them though.
As for the HD600s being better, I'm quite skeptical of that claim, but a lot of this stuff's down to personal preference...plus I've never heard an HD600. Or any other Sennheiser set, for that matter. (But I'd love to audition that modified Unipolar 2000 set that's got a Head-Fi thread, along with the famed Orpheus systems.)
All I know is that I didn't like the HE-400 or SR-202 all that much by comparison due to their inferior midrange reproduction. I don't like my vocals raspy and recessed.
Tbh I prefer the Fidelio X1 over the HD600An entire Stax system-with direct-drive amp-for $6? Lucky son of a...My wallet really hates me for this, but...Show Image(http://s21.postimg.org/h32okx4vb/SRM_T1_1.jpg)
Gotta say, this stock-condition SR-Lambda is quite the improvement over the "beater" Lambda with rebuilt drivers I've had for the last two years.
I don't notice a dramatic improvement using the SRM-T1 in place of that receiver and the SRD-7/SB, but I suppose it's to be expected. The biggest changes in sound quality tend to happen with the headphones themselves, not the amps.
My friend picked up a pair of those plus amp at a garage sale for $6. I hate him. :))
Though now I have Sennheiser HD600s which are slightly better overall. I still payed way more than $6 for them though.
As for the HD600s being better, I'm quite skeptical of that claim, but a lot of this stuff's down to personal preference...plus I've never heard an HD600. Or any other Sennheiser set, for that matter. (But I'd love to audition that modified Unipolar 2000 set that's got a Head-Fi thread, along with the famed Orpheus systems.)
All I know is that I didn't like the HE-400 or SR-202 all that much by comparison due to their inferior midrange reproduction. I don't like my vocals raspy and recessed.
Yep. The Sennheiser HD600 is better than any other full sized headphones around the same price. The SR-Lambda has better transparency and speed, but has very weak bass presence compared to the HD600. I went on a quest a few years ago to find the best affordable headphone and spent $1k + on headphones A-Bing them along with a sound engineer, and I'm quite sure of what I heard. We both concluded that while the HD600 isn't the best in class for anything in particular, they're excellent in that they don't have any problems that the other headphones had, such as Beyerdynamics having a spike in the frequency response in the 8-8.5 kHz range, which is responsible for overemphasizing the 's' sound and producing too much sibilance. I haven't tried any planarmagnetic headphones though, so I can't compare any of those. I point everyone to this thread: http://www.head-fi.org/t/634201/battle-of-the-flagships-58-headphones-compared-update-audeze-lcd-2-revision-2-6-4-13 (http://www.head-fi.org/t/634201/battle-of-the-flagships-58-headphones-compared-update-audeze-lcd-2-revision-2-6-4-13) because I agree 100% with all the reviews of all the headphones I've listened to, including the order he ranked them in.
Yay, the parts to my o2+odac have arrived. Damn it looks fine. It was smaller than I thought though, which I suppose isn't a bad thing.I have the combo and I like it a lot.
I kind of have a headphone fetish.
I currently own a pair of Shure e2, e3, e5 and se215K's (for the gym)
Those are the in ears. For studio work I own a pair of AKG K551 and K702's. For office work I use a pair of Urbanears Zinken.
*pops knuckes*
It's time for me to put you guys to shame.
I'm using my motherboard's onboard audio, with a pair of audio-technica ATH-M20s. The plastic inside the headband has snapped and the right side started falling out, so now they're duct taped.
#LIKEABOSS
Yay, the parts to my o2+odac have arrived. Damn it looks fine. It was smaller than I thought though, which I suppose isn't a bad thing.I have the combo and I like it a lot.
AKG K702: Absolutely awesome headphones! I'm only pushing sound out of a Creative Fatal1ty card. Not the best sound output but it works for now.
Sony MDR-V6: For only $75 I've been impressed with this set. They have good range while still keeping a solid base. A good starter headphone for anyone. My only gripe about this set is they get a little sweaty after an hour of use.
Next in line I am hoping to get a pair of Sennheiser HD650's. If I can find them for the right price.
what's great about the O2 is that it's not picky like many high end amps, and can make almost any set of cans sound better.Well it's a clean source of power atleast, not all headphones benefit that much from power.
AKG K702: Absolutely awesome headphones! I'm only pushing sound out of a Creative Fatal1ty card. Not the best sound output but it works for now.
Sony MDR-V6: For only $75 I've been impressed with this set. They have good range while still keeping a solid base. A good starter headphone for anyone. My only gripe about this set is they get a little sweaty after an hour of use.
Next in line I am hoping to get a pair of Sennheiser HD650's. If I can find them for the right price.
MDR-V6 - First mod to make on this headset is to use a velour replacement pads. Super easy, super comfy.
I have been looking at the O2 and it seems quite nice for the price, but I am confused on how much adding the ODAC to it would change that much. Anyone know how much of a difference the o2 + odac would make versus a simple o2?
I order my first pair of better quality headphones on massdrop (soundmagic HP100). Can't wait to try something worth more than 20$.Depends on your source, might be huge upgrade or very small.
Then I will have the hard choice to decide if I should ask an amp and or dac for Xmas :rolleyes:
I have been looking at the O2 and it seems quite nice for the price, but I am confused on how much adding the ODAC to it would change that much. Anyone know how much of a difference the o2 + odac would make versus a simple o2?
Anyway, quite excited!
*pops knuckes*
It's time for me to put you guys to shame.
I'm using my motherboard's onboard audio, with a pair of audio-technica ATH-M20s. The plastic inside the headband has snapped and the right side started falling out, so now they're duct taped.
#LIKEABOSS
Riggin at it's best. Saves money for more keyboards or keyboard accessories!!!
tj I would love to know your feelings on the maddog vs the HD400s.
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Freshly built
I'm so excited. I got a pair of grado gs1000 headphones and I'm just waiting for my wa7 amp to come in before I get to use them! I'm counting the days!
I'm so excited. I got a pair of grado gs1000 headphones and I'm just waiting for my wa7 amp to come in before I get to use them! I'm counting the days!
Those are great TotL headphones.
I'm excited to get back into it a bit, too. I'm fairly certain I'm going to swell my collection and then narrow it back to 2 - 3, but I'm enjoying the experience.
I'm also debating getting a desktop amp that can drive all my stuff (so something with easy gain control) or use my x3 for IEMs and get a desktop set up solely for my larger cans.
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Freshly built
What are you pairing the o2+odac with?
I'm so excited. I got a pair of grado gs1000 headphones and I'm just waiting for my wa7 amp to come in before I get to use them! I'm counting the days!
Those are great TotL headphones.
I'm excited to get back into it a bit, too. I'm fairly certain I'm going to swell my collection and then narrow it back to 2 - 3, but I'm enjoying the experience.
I'm also debating getting a desktop amp that can drive all my stuff (so something with easy gain control) or use my x3 for IEMs and get a desktop set up solely for my larger cans.
Well if you're looking to me to dissuade you from it don't count on it! I think you should grow your collection without end! I was debating whether to get a schiit stack but decided on an all-in-one dac/amp combo. Plus the woo audio stuff is gorgeous! And I've heard great things about their quality.
Use Koss Portapro and Disel Vektr just for show =)
Use Koss Portapro and Disel Vektr just for show =)
I've heard good things about those Koss in that they can punch well above their price would indicate
I'm so excited. I got a pair of grado gs1000 headphones and I'm just waiting for my wa7 amp to come in before I get to use them! I'm counting the days!
Those are great TotL headphones.
I'm excited to get back into it a bit, too. I'm fairly certain I'm going to swell my collection and then narrow it back to 2 - 3, but I'm enjoying the experience.
I'm also debating getting a desktop amp that can drive all my stuff (so something with easy gain control) or use my x3 for IEMs and get a desktop set up solely for my larger cans.
Well if you're looking to me to dissuade you from it don't count on it! I think you should grow your collection without end! I was debating whether to get a schiit stack but decided on an all-in-one dac/amp combo. Plus the woo audio stuff is gorgeous! And I've heard great things about their quality.
Nah, no dissuasion needed. I'm fairly sure I'll just get the asgard 2, it looks like it'll push he500s and hd600s better than the small stack
I kind of have a headphone fetish.
I currently own a pair of Shure e2, e3, e5 and se215K's (for the gym)
Those are the in ears. For studio work I own a pair of AKG K551 and K702's. For office work I use a pair of Urbanears Zinken.
I have AKG k701s which i believe are essentially identical to the k702s. I have been looking at getting the k550s. Do you think it would be worth it? How do they compare? It'd be nice to have the same sound quality with the benefits of closed system and better build quality. Any comfort issues?
I kind of have a headphone fetish.
I currently own a pair of Shure e2, e3, e5 and se215K's (for the gym)
Those are the in ears. For studio work I own a pair of AKG K551 and K702's. For office work I use a pair of Urbanears Zinken.
I have AKG k701s which i believe are essentially identical to the k702s. I have been looking at getting the k550s. Do you think it would be worth it? How do they compare? It'd be nice to have the same sound quality with the benefits of closed system and better build quality. Any comfort issues?
I say go for it, no comfort issues whatsoever. Like soft pillows giving glorious, clear sound.
And yeah K701's are pretty much identical to the K702's. Great headphones. AKG is just supreme. I have a model from the 80's which my brother gave to me years ago, and the thing still works.
I'm so excited. I got a pair of grado gs1000 headphones and I'm just waiting for my wa7 amp to come in before I get to use them! I'm counting the days!
Those are great TotL headphones.
I'm excited to get back into it a bit, too. I'm fairly certain I'm going to swell my collection and then narrow it back to 2 - 3, but I'm enjoying the experience.
I'm also debating getting a desktop amp that can drive all my stuff (so something with easy gain control) or use my x3 for IEMs and get a desktop set up solely for my larger cans.
Well if you're looking to me to dissuade you from it don't count on it! I think you should grow your collection without end! I was debating whether to get a schiit stack but decided on an all-in-one dac/amp combo. Plus the woo audio stuff is gorgeous! And I've heard great things about their quality.
Nah, no dissuasion needed. I'm fairly sure I'll just get the asgard 2, it looks like it'll push he500s and hd600s better than the small stack
I was going to get a lyr/bifrost stack but eventually decided on just the fireflies. I have a thing for tube amps ;D
I kind of have a headphone fetish.
I currently own a pair of Shure e2, e3, e5 and se215K's (for the gym)
Those are the in ears. For studio work I own a pair of AKG K551 and K702's. For office work I use a pair of Urbanears Zinken.
I have AKG k701s which i believe are essentially identical to the k702s. I have been looking at getting the k550s. Do you think it would be worth it? How do they compare? It'd be nice to have the same sound quality with the benefits of closed system and better build quality. Any comfort issues?
I say go for it, no comfort issues whatsoever. Like soft pillows giving glorious, clear sound.
And yeah K701's are pretty much identical to the K702's. Great headphones. AKG is just supreme. I have a model from the 80's which my brother gave to me years ago, and the thing still works.
what comes to the 701s, the band that has "cushions", **** that. My scalp has been practically molded into the same shape. I think I should take a knife and remove them.
I guess this would be the appropriate thread to post the O2 I built!Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/8Q5yQ1K.jpg)
Currently using it with my Beyer DT 770 250 ohmn cans. I don't have a DAC yet but I'm looking for one.
It's gorgeous! Congrats on the beautiful O2! I'm just waiting for my woo amp to get in on Tuesday!
Little Update, maybe someone remembers, my AKG 701 were defective and I had to send them back. Then, I ordered a Philips Fidelio X1, a Beyerdynamic DT880 and a Sennheiser HD600 + a Fiio E10 DAC to test them and find the headphones which suit me the most.
After 3 weeks of testing and comparing: Just packed the X1 and DT880 to send them back. The HD600's don't just have the better sound (I love the stage), they are also a lot handier on the go whereas the other two are rather Home-Hifi-Headphones. So I'm gonna stay with the HD600 and Fiio E10. :)
If isolation isn't an issue I'd recommend grado sr60s, they may not look pretty but damn they're fine
Don't worry, you're not alone, the retro look makes the beauty of these heaphones.If isolation isn't an issue I'd recommend grado sr60s, they may not look pretty but damn they're fine
Might just be me, but I think Grados look fantastic.
Grados are like DSA retro of headphones, stylistic but terribly out of style.
Hiyo guys! So I just recently started a part-time job which will require me to wear a pair of headphones all day, and while my work needs don't require something nice, I'm planning on buying myself a nice pair (under $160) while I'm at it. I've never really owned a nice pair of headphones and would like something that is portable while also being well-rounded for music AND movies. Something to keep in mind is that I will be using these for movies as much as I'll be using them for music.
One of the pairs I'm looking at is the Audio Technica ATH-M50. If I was getting a pair for purely music, I wouldn't hesitate to pick up a pair of ATH-M50's (I realize they have great clarity for music) but I have been reading that they do not have much soundstage and are very flat, which kind of makes me pull back a bit because even though these characteristics may be perfect for just music, I'll be watching a lot of movies with too. I honestly don't know too well if this even matters. It would be great if someone could give me some feedback from personal experience with these, and also their opinions on soundstage and their effect on movies and tv shows.
The other two pairs I've been looking at are the Sol Republic Tracks HD (cheaper than $100) and the Sol Republic Master Tracks. Please don't pick up your pitch forks :)) ... Lol! From the little research I have done, the Sol Republics have a stronger bass (no, I'm not a bass head) and have a much larger soundstage than the ATH-M50's. I realize some may say that the bass will drown everything else out, and please do tell me so if that is truly the case. However, from what I've read the Tracks HD and Master Tracks models have been designed to provide strong bass and a large soundstage while still trying to maintain crisp mids and highs. This makes me to believe that this will make them appropriate for a casual like me who will use them for a multipurpose. I realize that the Tracks HD and the Master Tracks are in different categories in that the Master Tracks are of a higher tier but I state these two in case that one may be more suited for me than the other. More expensive doesn't necessarily mean better, right? Also, I won't deny that I like how they look, and I like how they're modular which allows for customization :-[ They are also both cheaper than the ATH-M50.
If there are any other recommendations you guys are willing to give me, please do. Just please keep in mind my budget is about under $160 :P Thanks for reading! I hope you guys can help! I would be very grateful :D
Grados have small sound stage.
What are good headphones for rap/electro/dnb basically stuff that is bass heavy?
Easy to mod as I'd like them to be modded with a detachable cable at some point. Not crazy expensive either. I currently own a pair of m50s and while they are awesome I can't use them for long as they are a bit tight and can get sweaty.
What are good headphones for rap/electro/dnb basically stuff that is bass heavy?Portable or home use?
Easy to mod as I'd like them to be modded with a detachable cable at some point. Not crazy expensive either. I currently own a pair of m50s and while they are awesome I can't use them for long as they are a bit tight and can get sweaty.
Well I'm going to try out these 900x but full size and earphones is fine.What I would really recommend is finding any of the old denon line. Ah-d2000,ah-d5000 and ah-d7000. I really regret selling off my d7000 as they were amazing especially when you could get them for around 500-600 dollars.
If isolation isn't an issue I'd recommend grado sr60s, they may not look pretty but damn they're fine
I would say get the M-50 over any SoL product, though I may be a little biased but the SoLs I heard were not that good imo.
How important is isolation?
If it's very important...hmmm, I know the Philips CitiScape Uptown's a safe bet for a very isolating headphone with decent sound quality, if you don't mind a soundstage with no depth and a volume slider notorious for imbalance. They should be around $65 or less, well under your budget. If you can't find 'em that cheap, I can help with that...
If isolation isn't important, then I'll just say Sony MDR-MA900 and be done with it. Treble's a bit diluted, but you can EQ it back into line; that's about the only flaw I can really think of for the price point. They're selling on eBay for about $155 shipped, so they'd run into the very limits of your budget.
Grados have small sound stage.
Well, how about a pair of slightly used (and sadly boxless), ATH-A900x for $120 shipped?
Thank you everyone for the responses!If isolation isn't an issue I'd recommend grado sr60s, they may not look pretty but damn they're fine
Ah, I think I will need require a certain amount of isolation but it's nothing too crucial. However, what is important though is that I don't have too much noise leaking. I'll definitely do some more research into these. Thank you!I would say get the M-50 over any SoL product, though I may be a little biased but the SoLs I heard were not that good imo.
Yeah, this was the answer I was expecting to get. I can fully understand why anyone would recommend the M50's. I'm leaning heavily towards these but not too sure just yet. The reviews on the Sol's seem to be divided about 80/20 (70 being good to excellent) so I'm still tempted :P The biggest plus for these over the M50 is the cheaper price.How important is isolation?
If it's very important...hmmm, I know the Philips CitiScape Uptown's a safe bet for a very isolating headphone with decent sound quality, if you don't mind a soundstage with no depth and a volume slider notorious for imbalance. They should be around $65 or less, well under your budget. If you can't find 'em that cheap, I can help with that...
If isolation isn't important, then I'll just say Sony MDR-MA900 and be done with it. Treble's a bit diluted, but you can EQ it back into line; that's about the only flaw I can really think of for the price point. They're selling on eBay for about $155 shipped, so they'd run into the very limits of your budget.
Isolation is only important to a certain point. Sound leak would be the biggest factor, as I would want minimal amount of sound leaking.
Thank you for the 2 recommendations! I will be sure to do more research on these 2 tonight!Grados have small sound stage.
Thank you for the tip! If I do end up disregarding sound stage, I'll probably just go with the M50's.Well, how about a pair of slightly used (and sadly boxless), ATH-A900x for $120 shipped?
I will be sure to do some research on these tonight! From the pictures though, they seem rather large so I'm not too sure but that's a pretty good price you're offering. Also, are these the open or closed ones? If I become interested, I'll be sure to let you know! Thank you.
I tend to consider isolation and sound leakage as going hand-in-hand.How important is isolation?
If it's very important...hmmm, I know the Philips CitiScape Uptown's a safe bet for a very isolating headphone with decent sound quality, if you don't mind a soundstage with no depth and a volume slider notorious for imbalance. They should be around $65 or less, well under your budget. If you can't find 'em that cheap, I can help with that...
If isolation isn't important, then I'll just say Sony MDR-MA900 and be done with it. Treble's a bit diluted, but you can EQ it back into line; that's about the only flaw I can really think of for the price point. They're selling on eBay for about $155 shipped, so they'd run into the very limits of your budget.
Isolation is only important to a certain point. Sound leak would be the biggest factor, as I would want minimal amount of sound leaking.
Thank you everyone for the responses!If isolation isn't an issue I'd recommend grado sr60s, they may not look pretty but damn they're fine
Ah, I think I will need require a certain amount of isolation but it's nothing too crucial. However, what is important though is that I don't have too much noise leaking. I'll definitely do some more research into these. Thank you!I would say get the M-50 over any SoL product, though I may be a little biased but the SoLs I heard were not that good imo.
Yeah, this was the answer I was expecting to get. I can fully understand why anyone would recommend the M50's. I'm leaning heavily towards these but not too sure just yet. The reviews on the Sol's seem to be divided about 80/20 (70 being good to excellent) so I'm still tempted :P The biggest plus for these over the M50 is the cheaper price.How important is isolation?
If it's very important...hmmm, I know the Philips CitiScape Uptown's a safe bet for a very isolating headphone with decent sound quality, if you don't mind a soundstage with no depth and a volume slider notorious for imbalance. They should be around $65 or less, well under your budget. If you can't find 'em that cheap, I can help with that...
If isolation isn't important, then I'll just say Sony MDR-MA900 and be done with it. Treble's a bit diluted, but you can EQ it back into line; that's about the only flaw I can really think of for the price point. They're selling on eBay for about $155 shipped, so they'd run into the very limits of your budget.
Isolation is only important to a certain point. Sound leak would be the biggest factor, as I would want minimal amount of sound leaking.
Thank you for the 2 recommendations! I will be sure to do more research on these 2 tonight!Grados have small sound stage.
Thank you for the tip! If I do end up disregarding sound stage, I'll probably just go with the M50's.Well, how about a pair of slightly used (and sadly boxless), ATH-A900x for $120 shipped?
I will be sure to do some research on these tonight! From the pictures though, they seem rather large so I'm not too sure but that's a pretty good price you're offering. Also, are these the open or closed ones? If I become interested, I'll be sure to let you know! Thank you.
I sold them to demik, sorry xD
Also, they're the closed back. a900 = closed ad900 = open
I sold them to demik, sorry xD
Also, they're the closed back. a900 = closed ad900 = open
fight me for them vesper! MANO A MANO!
What are good headphones for rap/electro/dnb basically stuff that is bass heavy?
Easy to mod as I'd like them to be modded with a detachable cable at some point. Not crazy expensive either. I currently own a pair of m50s and while they are awesome I can't use them for long as they are a bit tight and can get sweaty.
Anyone going for the stax massdrop? I shouldn't be thinking about it, I don't think I have the power to drive them, buuut...
Anyone going for the stax massdrop? I shouldn't be thinking about it, I don't think I have the power to drive them, buuut...
Against my better judgement I want to. I really want to.
I'd have to sell my DT770s, HD600s, Aune T1, O2 etc...
you should get 'em and let me try ;)
I'd like to upgrade from my VModa Crossfade LPs. Looking for some over the ear headphones that are mainly rock oriented, and I'd like to try open back if possible. I have heard a lot of good things about Grado, but I'm not really a fan of on the ear headphones. Planning on getting an O2 amp along with whatever headphones I choose. Any recommendations? I've been looking at the Beyerdynamic 880s, but I'm not sure how those will sound with rock.
I'd like to upgrade from my VModa Crossfade LPs. Looking for some over the ear headphones that are mainly rock oriented, and I'd like to try open back if possible. I have heard a lot of good things about Grado, but I'm not really a fan of on the ear headphones. Planning on getting an O2 amp along with whatever headphones I choose. Any recommendations? I've been looking at the Beyerdynamic 880s, but I'm not sure how those will sound with rock.
The HD598s would probably do rather well for what you're looking at. Grados are good for rock, but as you say, on-ear not quite as good as over-ear. Depending on your head, I'd say check out the ath-a900x or ad900x (latter are open back) as well. Are you building O2 or buying?
I'd like to upgrade from my VModa Crossfade LPs. Looking for some over the ear headphones that are mainly rock oriented, and I'd like to try open back if possible. I have heard a lot of good things about Grado, but I'm not really a fan of on the ear headphones. Planning on getting an O2 amp along with whatever headphones I choose. Any recommendations? I've been looking at the Beyerdynamic 880s, but I'm not sure how those will sound with rock.
The HD598s would probably do rather well for what you're looking at. Grados are good for rock, but as you say, on-ear not quite as good as over-ear. Depending on your head, I'd say check out the ath-a900x or ad900x (latter are open back) as well. Are you building O2 or buying?
Thanks, I will check those out.
Haven't decided if I'm going to build or buy the O2 yet. Seems like the only issue if I were to build it would be finding a case.
Anyone going for the stax massdrop? I shouldn't be thinking about it, I don't think I have the power to drive them, buuut...It's not a matter of power with that Massdrop group buy since it's a system (headphone + amp), just a matter of money. Gotta say, I never thought I'd ever see Stax of all things on Massdrop.
I'd like to upgrade from my VModa Crossfade LPs. Looking for some over the ear headphones that are mainly rock oriented, and I'd like to try open back if possible. I have heard a lot of good things about Grado, but I'm not really a fan of on the ear headphones. Planning on getting an O2 amp along with whatever headphones I choose. Any recommendations? I've been looking at the Beyerdynamic 880s, but I'm not sure how those will sound with rock.
What exactly is in the Stax massdrop buy?
I was hoping for like the 007 or 009 lol, maybe I overestimated that marketsize.What exactly is in the Stax massdrop buy?
STAX SR-307 plus the amp for $1000, the price is pretty good if you don't mind ugly headphones, I heard they sound phenomenal.
I'd like to upgrade from my VModa Crossfade LPs. Looking for some over the ear headphones that are mainly rock oriented, and I'd like to try open back if possible. I have heard a lot of good things about Grado, but I'm not really a fan of on the ear headphones. Planning on getting an O2 amp along with whatever headphones I choose. Any recommendations? I've been looking at the Beyerdynamic 880s, but I'm not sure how those will sound with rock.
The HD598s would probably do rather well for what you're looking at. Grados are good for rock, but as you say, on-ear not quite as good as over-ear. Depending on your head, I'd say check out the ath-a900x or ad900x (latter are open back) as well. Are you building O2 or buying?
Thanks, I will check those out.
Haven't decided if I'm going to build or buy the O2 yet. Seems like the only issue if I were to build it would be finding a case.
It's fairly easy to find cases, I know that jd labs sells their cases empty, for example. If you're getting something built, I much prefer the look of the magni from schiit (why I got one, in fact). The sound is very similar between the two and the matching DAC actually matches, too. (If you get one later that is).
I'd like to upgrade from my VModa Crossfade LPs. Looking for some over the ear headphones that are mainly rock oriented, and I'd like to try open back if possible. I have heard a lot of good things about Grado, but I'm not really a fan of on the ear headphones. Planning on getting an O2 amp along with whatever headphones I choose. Any recommendations? I've been looking at the Beyerdynamic 880s, but I'm not sure how those will sound with rock.
You can always get other cushions like the L-cushions which make then over the ear; at least for me. Check out this thread (http://www.head-fi.org/a/grado-pad-choices-and-mods) for more info.
Given how much those Omega-series sets cost, I don't think there would be enough people on Massdrop willing to spend $2,000-4,000 on a set of headphones, let alone a set of headphones that requires specialized amplification to work with anything, and in the SR-007's case, requires a KGSSHV, BHSE or SRM-T2 to sound as it was intended because the current production Stax amps can't drive it well enough. I wouldn't bank on the group buy shaving much more than $500 off for either set.I was hoping for like the 007 or 009 lol, maybe I overestimated that marketsize.What exactly is in the Stax massdrop buy?
STAX SR-307 plus the amp for $1000, the price is pretty good if you don't mind ugly headphones, I heard they sound phenomenal.
I was hoping for like the 007 or 009 lol, maybe I overestimated that marketsize.What exactly is in the Stax massdrop buy?
STAX SR-307 plus the amp for $1000, the price is pretty good if you don't mind ugly headphones, I heard they sound phenomenal.
Beats?
NO.
ok so i've been looking into a decent headphone/amp setup but i'm getting a little lost. I'm not really into headphones but i'm kinda forced into it at this point (noise :()
for the headphones/amp i have a about a $400 dollar budget.
what i would like to eventually do is have a decent setup that will allow me to use my speakers and when its time to get quiet, just plug my headphones in without having to change the source on my computer.
is this a decent setup?
Beyerdynamic DT 770 PRO, 250 ohms
Audioengine D1 24-bit digital-to-audio converter
for the future:
Audioengine N22 Amp
Audioengine P4 passive speakers
ok so i've been looking into a decent headphone/amp setup but i'm getting a little lost. I'm not really into headphones but i'm kinda forced into it at this point (noise :()
for the headphones/amp i have a about a $400 dollar budget.
what i would like to eventually do is have a decent setup that will allow me to use my speakers and when its time to get quiet, just plug my headphones in without having to change the source on my computer.
is this a decent setup?
Beyerdynamic DT 770 PRO, 250 ohms
Audioengine D1 24-bit digital-to-audio converter
for the future:
Audioengine N22 Amp
Audioengine P4 passive speakers
Are you looking for headphones with a heavy bass response? If so, those are solid cans. A couple options I'd recommend trying to demo if you can are the ath-a900x and akg550s (the latter should be at best buy even).
If you're set on the speakers, I'd say look at the TP4 as well - http://www.parts-express.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?Partnumber=310-312&FTR=topping%20tp30 as it has DAC built in and seems to have a better signature than the N22.
If you trust his reviews - http://news.cnet.com/8301-13645_3-20058833-47.html
nothing fancy like you guys but im just getting startedShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/e3yX2gZ.jpg)
a900x
ad700
m50
need to mod the 900x so it can have a removable cable and the ad700s to a shorter cable since the cable is ridiculously long for what i need it.
nothing fancy like you guys but im just getting startedAD700 and M50,, both are amazing. I was planning on getting those but settled for the Koss TBSE1s. In other news, RIP TBSE1s :C You have served me well.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/e3yX2gZ.jpg)
a900x
ad700
m50
need to mod the 900x so it can have a removable cable and the ad700s to a shorter cable since the cable is ridiculously long for what i need it.
never seen those in red
what happened?
and yeah, i was looking for a headset and everybody told me to ignore all that gaming crap and get these. was lucky to find them new under 100 so i went for it.
I just pulled the trigger on this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ETB8ZTY/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ANWBAWAHYG3PL
$149 for a combo of a red Audio Technica ATH-M50 + FiiO E6 Headphone Amplifier. I know the amp is probably crap but I just had to do it. My first real decent pair of headphones!
Did I do okay? Don't hate me for getting red :P
I just pulled the trigger on this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ETB8ZTY/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ANWBAWAHYG3PL
$149 for a combo of a red Audio Technica ATH-M50 + FiiO E6 Headphone Amplifier. I know the amp is probably crap but I just had to do it. My first real decent pair of headphones!
Did I do okay? Don't hate me for getting red :P
Those are really sick. Great deal too, as the E6 is a pretty good portable amp. IIRC they also had a silver version of the M50s
I just pulled the trigger on this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ETB8ZTY/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ANWBAWAHYG3PL
$149 for a combo of a red Audio Technica ATH-M50 + FiiO E6 Headphone Amplifier. I know the amp is probably crap but I just had to do it. My first real decent pair of headphones!
Did I do okay? Don't hate me for getting red :P
Those are really sick. Great deal too, as the E6 is a pretty good portable amp. IIRC they also had a silver version of the M50s
Yeah, I saw those silver ones but they were a lot more expensive because they were a Anniversary Edition, which are even rarer :( I'm glad to hear that the E6 isn't too bad for a portable amp. So excited for this new listening experience :D
I just pulled the trigger on this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ETB8ZTY/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ANWBAWAHYG3PL
$149 for a combo of a red Audio Technica ATH-M50 + FiiO E6 Headphone Amplifier. I know the amp is probably crap but I just had to do it. My first real decent pair of headphones!
Did I do okay? Don't hate me for getting red :P
Those are really sick. Great deal too, as the E6 is a pretty good portable amp. IIRC they also had a silver version of the M50s
Yeah, I saw those silver ones but they were a lot more expensive because they were a Anniversary Edition, which are even rarer :( I'm glad to hear that the E6 isn't too bad for a portable amp. So excited for this new listening experience :D
Yep, they were much easier to get a year or two ago. If you ever want to upgrade, anything from Fiio would be a good buy. I highly recommend the E11.
I just pulled the trigger on this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ETB8ZTY/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ANWBAWAHYG3PL
$149 for a combo of a red Audio Technica ATH-M50 + FiiO E6 Headphone Amplifier. I know the amp is probably crap but I just had to do it. My first real decent pair of headphones!
Did I do okay? Don't hate me for getting red :P
Those are really sick. Great deal too, as the E6 is a pretty good portable amp. IIRC they also had a silver version of the M50s
Yeah, I saw those silver ones but they were a lot more expensive because they were a Anniversary Edition, which are even rarer :( I'm glad to hear that the E6 isn't too bad for a portable amp. So excited for this new listening experience :D
Yep, they were much easier to get a year or two ago. If you ever want to upgrade, anything from Fiio would be a good buy. I highly recommend the E11.
I've actually been looking at the E11 for the past 3 days. Is it a much larger upgrade from the E6??? If so, I may consider selling the E6, spending a little more, and upgrading.
The E6 is a pretty good starting AMP, but you can really hear the difference with the E11. The sound is much clearer at higher volumes, and the quality in general is better. Here are some revies for the E11 http://www.head-fi.org/products/fiio-e11
The E6 is a pretty good starting AMP, but you can really hear the difference with the E11. The sound is much clearer at higher volumes, and the quality in general is better. Here are some revies for the E11 http://www.head-fi.org/products/fiio-e11
Time for some reading and research! Thanks!
The E6 is a pretty good starting AMP, but you can really hear the difference with the E11. The sound is much clearer at higher volumes, and the quality in general is better. Here are some revies for the E11 http://www.head-fi.org/products/fiio-e11
Time for some reading and research! Thanks!
Head-fi is your one stop shop for all things audiophile! Audiophiles get pretty intense, they do anything and everything to make their listening experience better. You better start looking for a Sanza clip!
The E6 is a pretty good starting AMP, but you can really hear the difference with the E11. The sound is much clearer at higher volumes, and the quality in general is better. Here are some revies for the E11 http://www.head-fi.org/products/fiio-e11
Time for some reading and research! Thanks!
Head-fi is your one stop shop for all things audiophile! Audiophiles get pretty intense, they do anything and everything to make their listening experience better. You better start looking for a Sanza clip!
Why? Is that the MP3 of choice for audiophiles on Head-fi??? I was just going to use my smart phone :))
The E6 is a pretty good starting AMP, but you can really hear the difference with the E11. The sound is much clearer at higher volumes, and the quality in general is better. Here are some revies for the E11 http://www.head-fi.org/products/fiio-e11
Time for some reading and research! Thanks!
Head-fi is your one stop shop for all things audiophile! Audiophiles get pretty intense, they do anything and everything to make their listening experience better. You better start looking for a Sanza clip!
Why? Is that the MP3 of choice for audiophiles on Head-fi??? I was just going to use my smart phone :))
It's the best bang for the buck player. Unfortunately, I lost mine because the clip failed when I was trying the catch the bus. I really loved it... rockboxable, with microSDHC slot and okay DAC... and listening to music didn't suck phone's battery.
Of course, there are better players, but I just can't justify carrying an $100+ one around. If I lose it again, you know...
i use them for gaming/movies mostly. i tend to buy cheaper earphones because for some reason i go through them really really fast. but i really want a pair of SE215s. Tj said they're great for the price.
The E6 is a pretty good starting AMP, but you can really hear the difference with the E11. The sound is much clearer at higher volumes, and the quality in general is better. Here are some revies for the E11 http://www.head-fi.org/products/fiio-e11 (http://www.head-fi.org/products/fiio-e11)
Time for some reading and research! Thanks!
Head-fi is your one stop shop for all things audiophile! Audiophiles get pretty intense, they do anything and everything to make their listening experience better. You better start looking for a Sanza clip!
Why? Is that the MP3 of choice for audiophiles on Head-fi??? I was just going to use my smart phone :))
It's the best bang for the buck player. Unfortunately, I lost mine because the clip failed when I was trying the catch the bus. I really loved it... rockboxable, with microSDHC slot and okay DAC... and listening to music didn't suck phone's battery.
Of course, there are better players, but I just can't justify carrying an $100+ one around. If I lose it again, you know...
Well it's not just the value that makes it the choice of audiophiles. It has a significantly better sound quality during music playback. It's a device dedicated to music, and will generally have better sound quality than a device originally meant to be used as a phone. The difference is not exactly ground breaking, but it is definitely noticeable.
It's the best bang for the buck player. Unfortunately, I lost mine because the clip failed when I was trying the catch the bus. I really loved it... rockboxable, with microSDHC slot and okay DAC... and listening to music didn't suck phone's battery.
Of course, there are better players, but I just can't justify carrying an $100+ one around. If I lose it again, you know...
Well it's not just the value that makes it the choice of audiophiles. It has a significantly better sound quality during music playback. It's a device dedicated to music, and will generally have better sound quality than a device originally meant to be used as a phone. The difference is not exactly ground breaking, but it is definitely noticeable. Here's some reviews of the Sansa Clip+ if you think you might be interested. http://www.head-fi.org/products/sandisk-sansa-clip-2-gb-mp3-player-black
I agree that the Sansa Clip+ or ClipZip with Rockbox is the best bang for your buck. The player is a success from an engineering standpoint and Rockbox gives you all the functionality you'd ever need. Completely flat FR across the board, low output impedance, perfect for most IEMs - portable headphones may need an amp in the chain. Sure there are more technically capable players out there, but the Clip+ is comparable and at $30-$40 an absolute steal for the sound quality (and features via Rockbox) you get. I use mine with my HiFiMan RE-400 and GR07 (and currently a loaner RE-600), pairs very well with those IMO. I've tried several other popular and higher-end IEMs at meet-ups (most notably the Sony EX-1000) also yielding great results...basically you can't go wrong here. Harder to drive IEMs will require an external amp because it only puts out about 7-15mW (which is enough power to drive most) and it's headphone out is better than most at doubling as a line out to an amp. Battery life is about 15 hours on average, supports up to 64gb microSD-XC cards and it's very tiny. Why waste your phones battery? :cool:
I don't care about so-called audiophiles.
First, there are many devices with better sound quality. Second, the difference is negligible on the bus or when running in most cases.
No, I don't think so IIRC.
http://www.amazon.com/Fiio-X3-Mastering-Quality-Wolfson/dp/B00DGKVW9Y another really strong option to go with if you want an all in one set up. It's got a better dac and opamp than the e17 plus does microsd up to 64gb verified and rumoured to support 128gb. Interface isn't the most smooth, but if you're going to carry two devices, this is my choice. It may pop up again on massdrop to save you 20-40 bucks, too.
http://www.amazon.com/Fiio-X3-Mastering-Quality-Wolfson/dp/B00DGKVW9Y another really strong option to go with if you want an all in one set up. It's got a better dac and opamp than the e17 plus does microsd up to 64gb verified and rumoured to support 128gb. Interface isn't the most smooth, but if you're going to carry two devices, this is my choice. It may pop up again on massdrop to save you 20-40 bucks, too.
Oh wow, already has an amp and dac built into it! Thank you for this option. Definitely going to have to do more research tonight on things. Oh man... I don't know if I prepared myself enough when I entered this new world of audio :P At least, I know for a fact that my wallet and bank account isn't ready :))
Time to get the glue and female headphone receptacle out
Already posted this in "what did you get in the mail" thread but deserved to be posted here too!I'm literally crying at how beautiful that thing is. Audio Technica gets so many props for making amazing headphones that look great too. Glad you're enjoying it, those things will last you a long time, until you find the urge to go for the big boys such as the Denons. Or, maybe you'll just use those forever, I'd be happy to drive those every day for the rest of my life. Sadly, I'm using reaally bad JVCs right now, until I get a replacement for my Koss phones, which is like a 6-8 week turnround... Bad music for a few months, woo!
I got my Audio Technica ATH-M50's today! They look and sound sexy! I can definitely hear the difference for sure! I've probably been listening to these for about 5 hours straight now and mostly everything just sounds so much different compared to my previous mediocre - **** headphones! I already have nice speakers so many things I've heard before but there are definitely things I can hear in these headphones that I couldn't really hear on my Turtle Beach P11'w, which is what I use for the PC. They came with the FiiO E6's and definitely make a difference when I use it with my phone! They don't do anything on the PC but that's bc my Logitech Z2300's already have a decent amp in them.
Bad lighting in the room today :( They are less bright than in the pictures, and are more of a deeper red color in person.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/a4dsCAo.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/I7SVo0i.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/9VCBEgB.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/luMrMXn.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/tj9e3pP.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/0geTWrZ.jpg)
Already posted this in "what did you get in the mail" thread but deserved to be posted here too!I'm literally crying at how beautiful that thing is. Audio Technica gets so many props for making amazing headphones that look great too. Glad you're enjoying it, those things will last you a long time, until you find the urge to go for the big boys such as the Denons. Or, maybe you'll just use those forever, I'd be happy to drive those every day for the rest of my life. Sadly, I'm using reaally bad JVCs right now, until I get a replacement for my Koss phones, which is like a 6-8 week turnround... Bad music for a few months, woo!
I got my Audio Technica ATH-M50's today! They look and sound sexy! I can definitely hear the difference for sure! I've probably been listening to these for about 5 hours straight now and mostly everything just sounds so much different compared to my previous mediocre - **** headphones! I already have nice speakers so many things I've heard before but there are definitely things I can hear in these headphones that I couldn't really hear on my Turtle Beach P11'w, which is what I use for the PC. They came with the FiiO E6's and definitely make a difference when I use it with my phone! They don't do anything on the PC but that's bc my Logitech Z2300's already have a decent amp in them.
Bad lighting in the room today :( They are less bright than in the pictures, and are more of a deeper red color in person.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/a4dsCAo.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/I7SVo0i.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/9VCBEgB.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/luMrMXn.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/tj9e3pP.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/0geTWrZ.jpg)
Nah, I enjoy my TBSE1s, and it'd be hard to find that bundle in Canada, and usually Amazon.com isn't friendly when it comes to great deals and shipping outside CONUSAlready posted this in "what did you get in the mail" thread but deserved to be posted here too!I'm literally crying at how beautiful that thing is. Audio Technica gets so many props for making amazing headphones that look great too. Glad you're enjoying it, those things will last you a long time, until you find the urge to go for the big boys such as the Denons. Or, maybe you'll just use those forever, I'd be happy to drive those every day for the rest of my life. Sadly, I'm using reaally bad JVCs right now, until I get a replacement for my Koss phones, which is like a 6-8 week turnround... Bad music for a few months, woo!
I got my Audio Technica ATH-M50's today! They look and sound sexy! I can definitely hear the difference for sure! I've probably been listening to these for about 5 hours straight now and mostly everything just sounds so much different compared to my previous mediocre - **** headphones! I already have nice speakers so many things I've heard before but there are definitely things I can hear in these headphones that I couldn't really hear on my Turtle Beach P11'w, which is what I use for the PC. They came with the FiiO E6's and definitely make a difference when I use it with my phone! They don't do anything on the PC but that's bc my Logitech Z2300's already have a decent amp in them.
Bad lighting in the room today :( They are less bright than in the pictures, and are more of a deeper red color in person.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/a4dsCAo.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/I7SVo0i.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/9VCBEgB.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/luMrMXn.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/tj9e3pP.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/0geTWrZ.jpg)
Hahaha~ Don't cry, just save a lil' money and buy a set! They're totally worth it, especially when bundled with the FiiO E6 for only $149 shipped. I probably won't ever upgrade, or at least plan not to :)) I don't see why I would because I absolutely love these. The only thing I'm worried about is me buying another set for gaming like the ATH-AD700... I need to create a priority list so I don't go splurging again... these past 2 weeks hurt my bank account a lot :P
Nah, I enjoy my TBSE1s, and it'd be hard to find that bundle in Canada, and usually Amazon.com isn't friendly when it comes to great deals and shipping outside CONUS
Nah, I enjoy my TBSE1s, and it'd be hard to find that bundle in Canada, and usually Amazon.com isn't friendly when it comes to great deals and shipping outside CONUSAlready posted this in "what did you get in the mail" thread but deserved to be posted here too!I'm literally crying at how beautiful that thing is. Audio Technica gets so many props for making amazing headphones that look great too. Glad you're enjoying it, those things will last you a long time, until you find the urge to go for the big boys such as the Denons. Or, maybe you'll just use those forever, I'd be happy to drive those every day for the rest of my life. Sadly, I'm using reaally bad JVCs right now, until I get a replacement for my Koss phones, which is like a 6-8 week turnround... Bad music for a few months, woo!
I got my Audio Technica ATH-M50's today! They look and sound sexy! I can definitely hear the difference for sure! I've probably been listening to these for about 5 hours straight now and mostly everything just sounds so much different compared to my previous mediocre - **** headphones! I already have nice speakers so many things I've heard before but there are definitely things I can hear in these headphones that I couldn't really hear on my Turtle Beach P11'w, which is what I use for the PC. They came with the FiiO E6's and definitely make a difference when I use it with my phone! They don't do anything on the PC but that's bc my Logitech Z2300's already have a decent amp in them.
Bad lighting in the room today :( They are less bright than in the pictures, and are more of a deeper red color in person.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/a4dsCAo.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/I7SVo0i.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/9VCBEgB.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/luMrMXn.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/tj9e3pP.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/0geTWrZ.jpg)
Hahaha~ Don't cry, just save a lil' money and buy a set! They're totally worth it, especially when bundled with the FiiO E6 for only $149 shipped. I probably won't ever upgrade, or at least plan not to :)) I don't see why I would because I absolutely love these. The only thing I'm worried about is me buying another set for gaming like the ATH-AD700... I need to create a priority list so I don't go splurging again... these past 2 weeks hurt my bank account a lot :P
You just gotta know the right member with a prime sub that doesn't mind proxying.
Or the right member that doesn't mind letting others borrow his gear he doesn't use much. Like these sr225i that I might sell, but would definitely let people borrow.
You just gotta know the right member with a prime sub that doesn't mind proxying.
Or the right member that doesn't mind letting others borrow his gear he doesn't use much. Like these sr225i that I might sell, but would definitely let people borrow.
I was actually considering those a couple months back instead of these M50's but the open ear design makes it undesirable as it'll leak sound at my work place, which isn't appropriate. How different are these to the M50's? I've heard they are pretty much built for instrumental music.
You just gotta know the right member with a prime sub that doesn't mind proxying.
Or the right member that doesn't mind letting others borrow his gear he doesn't use much. Like these sr225i that I might sell, but would definitely let people borrow.
I was actually considering those a couple months back instead of these M50's but the open ear design makes it undesirable as it'll leak sound at my work place, which isn't appropriate. How different are these to the M50's? I've heard they are pretty much built for instrumental music.
My head is too big for m50s so I couldn't say, but they're definitely an instrument friendly headphone. Remarkably comfy, too.
So grado story quick before I go watch tv. I was trying to do a detachable cable mod for them and got one of the voice coil contacts too hot and it detached from the transducer. Well, grado tells me send them in and they'll charge me $40 since I'm second owner and no warranty. I got them back yesterday and they had replaced both housings (warped them from heating them to separate them), both transducers and the cable (I'd sent it in without a cable. The cost to do all of this? $0.
So yeah, if you like rock/jazz and similar, my recommendation forever is grado. If their high end stuff was more complete, I'd have ordered a pair of PS line headphones already. But they don't really compete well with the hd600/he500/lcd-2 that I own currently.
Open cans and closed cans aren't even comparable in my opinion. With closed you naturally get those closed off and confined sounds, what I think is a muddier bass, and you can feel somewhat feel the sound bouncing off the walls, giving a sort of resonance. They also don't normally require heavy amping as the closed design helps to concentrate the sound directly into your ears. Open cans on the other hand are a whole other entity. If I could compare them in an analogy it would be this. Imagine an orchestra, with all the bells and whistles, your strings, brass, etc. Now listening to an orchestra through closed headphones is enjoyable, you can hear the melody, and everything mixes quite well, but that in itself is a problem. It feels more like everything is bundled together, and creating just one sound, and not an assortment of sounds. Open headphones on the other hand have a broader sound stage, meaning you can differentiate those different sections, and in return, pick up on those more subtle instruments, and overall give you a more enjoyable experience. Then again, all of this is my own personal thoughts, and results may vary. But generally, you get a much larger sound stage, without the resonance that comes with closed headphones.
You just gotta know the right member with a prime sub that doesn't mind proxying.
Or the right member that doesn't mind letting others borrow his gear he doesn't use much. Like these sr225i that I might sell, but would definitely let people borrow.
I was actually considering those a couple months back instead of these M50's but the open ear design makes it undesirable as it'll leak sound at my work place, which isn't appropriate. How different are these to the M50's? I've heard they are pretty much built for instrumental music.
Open cans and closed cans aren't even comparable in my opinion. With closed you naturally get those closed off and confined sounds, what I think is a muddier bass, and you can feel somewhat feel the sound bouncing off the walls, giving a sort of resonance. They also don't normally require heavy amping as the closed design helps to concentrate the sound directly into your ears. Open cans on the other hand are a whole other entity. If I could compare them in an analogy it would be this. Imagine an orchestra, with all the bells and whistles, your strings, brass, etc. Now listening to an orchestra through closed headphones is enjoyable, you can hear the melody, and everything mixes quite well, but that in itself is a problem. It feels more like everything is bundled together, and creating just one sound, and not an assortment of sounds. Open headphones on the other hand have a broader sound stage, meaning you can differentiate those different sections, and in return, pick up on those more subtle instruments, and overall give you a more enjoyable experience. Then again, all of this is my own personal thoughts, and results may vary. But generally, you get a much larger sound stage, without the resonance that comes with closed headphones.
You just gotta know the right member with a prime sub that doesn't mind proxying.
Or the right member that doesn't mind letting others borrow his gear he doesn't use much. Like these sr225i that I might sell, but would definitely let people borrow.
I was actually considering those a couple months back instead of these M50's but the open ear design makes it undesirable as it'll leak sound at my work place, which isn't appropriate. How different are these to the M50's? I've heard they are pretty much built for instrumental music.
About the Audio Technica ATH-AD700s. My main question would be, what type of games do you play? When I think AD700s, I immediately think of FPS. They are simply the FPS king. Footsteps are clear, and the open sound stage helps you pinpoint where exactly they are coming from.
AD700s are very bass-light, unless you put some more closed pads on them—that turns them into a bass monster.
About grados... I've recently resold my SR60s with basically no loss just to get another pair. This one without any warranty, with twisted cable (common issue with grados), but otherwise in great shape. For €30, which is a steal around here. Things I want to do with them: one-sided detachable cable mod (http://youtu.be/0JHGJqfM0wE), add padding on the headband (I've ordered the $12 universal headband pad for now), replace pads by at least L-cushion (makes sound, especially treble clearer)... and possibly build an amp to boost bass a bit.
Ah, that's so nice of you. I'm on the other side of the Atlantic ocean though.
AD700s are very bass-light, unless you put some more closed pads on them—that turns them into a bass monster.
About grados... I've recently resold my SR60s with basically no loss just to get another pair. This one without any warranty, with twisted cable (common issue with grados), but otherwise in great shape. For €30, which is a steal around here. Things I want to do with them: one-sided detachable cable mod (http://youtu.be/0JHGJqfM0wE), add padding on the headband (I've ordered the $12 universal headband pad for now), replace pads by at least L-cushion (makes sound, especially treble clearer)... and possibly build an amp to boost bass a bit.
All noble things to do with good headphones. If you can't find the stuff you need in low quantities, give me a shout. I've got canare 4 and 2 channel, the female headphone plugs and leather and felt to make headphone bands and I've no problem sending people some.
AD700s are very bass-light, unless you put some more closed pads on them—that turns them into a bass monster.
About grados... I've recently resold my SR60s with basically no loss just to get another pair. This one without any warranty, with twisted cable (common issue with grados), but otherwise in great shape. For €30, which is a steal around here. Things I want to do with them: one-sided detachable cable mod (http://youtu.be/0JHGJqfM0wE), add padding on the headband (I've ordered the $12 universal headband pad for now), replace pads by at least L-cushion (makes sound, especially treble clearer)... and possibly build an amp to boost bass a bit.
All noble things to do with good headphones. If you can't find the stuff you need in low quantities, give me a shout. I've got canare 4 and 2 channel, the female headphone plugs and leather and felt to make headphone bands and I've no problem sending people some.
Are the female headphone plugs what I'd need to do a cable mod on my M50's?
They have returned, and they are glorious. I used a bit of 2-part urethane to fill the cable/plug gap.
(http://i978.photobucket.com/albums/ae270/tjcaustin/Cables/IMG_1060_zps80960db7.jpg~original) (http://s978.photobucket.com/user/tjcaustin/media/Cables/IMG_1060_zps80960db7.jpg.html)
I mostly bring this up because of Mad Lust Envy's recent comments that the MA900 is very similar in overall sound signature to the HD650, albeit with a much more vast soundstage.An entire Stax system-with direct-drive amp-for $6? Lucky son of a...My wallet really hates me for this, but...Show Image(http://s21.postimg.org/h32okx4vb/SRM_T1_1.jpg)
Gotta say, this stock-condition SR-Lambda is quite the improvement over the "beater" Lambda with rebuilt drivers I've had for the last two years.
I don't notice a dramatic improvement using the SRM-T1 in place of that receiver and the SRD-7/SB, but I suppose it's to be expected. The biggest changes in sound quality tend to happen with the headphones themselves, not the amps.
My friend picked up a pair of those plus amp at a garage sale for $6. I hate him. :))
Though now I have Sennheiser HD600s which are slightly better overall. I still payed way more than $6 for them though.
As for the HD600s being better, I'm quite skeptical of that claim, but a lot of this stuff's down to personal preference...plus I've never heard an HD600. Or any other Sennheiser set, for that matter. (But I'd love to audition that modified Unipolar 2000 set that's got a Head-Fi thread, along with the famed Orpheus systems.)
All I know is that I didn't like the HE-400 or SR-202 all that much by comparison due to their inferior midrange reproduction. I don't like my vocals raspy and recessed.
Yep. The Sennheiser HD600 is better than any other full sized headphones around the same price. The SR-Lambda has better transparency and speed, but has very weak bass presence compared to the HD600. I went on a quest a few years ago to find the best affordable headphone and spent $1k + on headphones A-Bing them along with a sound engineer, and I'm quite sure of what I heard. We both concluded that while the HD600 isn't the best in class for anything in particular, they're excellent in that they don't have any problems that the other headphones had, such as Beyerdynamics having a spike in the frequency response in the 8-8.5 kHz range, which is responsible for overemphasizing the 's' sound and producing too much sibilance. I haven't tried any planarmagnetic headphones though, so I can't compare any of those. I point everyone to this thread: http://www.head-fi.org/t/634201/battle-of-the-flagships-58-headphones-compared-update-audeze-lcd-2-revision-2-6-4-13 (http://www.head-fi.org/t/634201/battle-of-the-flagships-58-headphones-compared-update-audeze-lcd-2-revision-2-6-4-13) because I agree 100% with all the reviews of all the headphones I've listened to, including the order he ranked them in.
They have returned, and they are glorious. I used a bit of 2-part urethane to fill the cable/plug gap.
(http://i978.photobucket.com/albums/ae270/tjcaustin/Cables/IMG_1060_zps80960db7.jpg~original) (http://s978.photobucket.com/user/tjcaustin/media/Cables/IMG_1060_zps80960db7.jpg.html)
I have no clue what I'm looking at right now but those colors are giving me a boner; I want it.
I mostly bring this up because of Mad Lust Envy's recent comments that the MA900 is very similar in overall sound signature to the HD650, albeit with a much more vast soundstage.
The HD650 is not an HD600, I know; it's even considered worse in many ways due to the sound signature changes. But if the HD600 still has the soundstage deficiency, I'd consider that a major disadvantage against the SR-Lambda, especially for gaming. Binaural mixes need some space to do their thing well.
The HD800, on the other hand...I'll have to try that set out at some point, but being a set that costs $1,000+ by itself and is expected to be used with dedicated amplification, that puts it in the "too damn expensive" region for my tastes. Yes, I say this even as a Stax owner; it's what keeps me on Lambda-series sets instead of stepping up to Omega-series ones. (And if need be, I can learn to live with just the MA900.)
They have returned, and they are glorious. I used a bit of 2-part urethane to fill the cable/plug gap.
(http://i978.photobucket.com/albums/ae270/tjcaustin/Cables/IMG_1060_zps80960db7.jpg~original) (http://s978.photobucket.com/user/tjcaustin/media/Cables/IMG_1060_zps80960db7.jpg.html)
I have no clue what I'm looking at right now but those colors are giving me a boner; I want it.
Those are my CIEMs. JHAudio JH13pros with a custom cable made by your's truly.
Cable - cryo stranded OCC copper, handbraided with white/orange/red mdpc-x sleeving. Yes, it's as pretentious as it sounds. Yes, I do sell these through mimic-cables.
They have returned, and they are glorious. I used a bit of 2-part urethane to fill the cable/plug gap.
(http://i978.photobucket.com/albums/ae270/tjcaustin/Cables/IMG_1060_zps80960db7.jpg~original) (http://s978.photobucket.com/user/tjcaustin/media/Cables/IMG_1060_zps80960db7.jpg.html)
I have no clue what I'm looking at right now but those colors are giving me a boner; I want it.
Those are my CIEMs. JHAudio JH13pros with a custom cable made by your's truly.
Cable - cryo stranded OCC copper, handbraided with white/orange/red mdpc-x sleeving. Yes, it's as pretentious as it sounds. Yes, I do sell these through mimic-cables.
mfw I googled these and they turned out to be $1k in ear phones... I want them more now but I know I'll never own one :))
Also, I sure do love me my mdpc-x :D
You shouldn't put q tips in your ear. Says so on the box
You shouldn't put q tips in your ear. Says so on the box
Check out thecableco.com if you want to demo high end gear without paying full price.Hmmm, can't seem to find the rental option. Doesn't help that their headphone section link gives me a 404.
5% of retail gets you a two week rental, so those hd800s cost ~$100 (you pay shipping both ways). If you decide you don't want them, you send them back and can use that 5% as a credit for anything in their inventory (other headphones, amps (that you can rent, too), cables and the like.)
Had I not found a stellar deal on the lcd2 I'm waiting on, I'd have more first hand experience. I may still rent a pair of hd800s, lcd-3s and some high end grados (I know, not a fair comparison, but grado has done me extremely well recently as a company).
Bass... too strong? Unpossible.
Well my Crossfade LPs are falling apart now so I think I'm going to pull the trigger on a pair of ATH-AD900Xs and a Schiit Magni. I'd really like to try out some Grados, since their sound seems to be exactly what I'd like, but I'd like to get something that I can wear all day comfortably, so I'm a little unsure about how the Grados will feel. Something tells me this won't be the only pair of headphones I purchase in the near future, so I'm not too worried about it :))
Well my Crossfade LPs are falling apart now so I think I'm going to pull the trigger on a pair of ATH-AD900Xs and a Schiit Magni. I'd really like to try out some Grados, since their sound seems to be exactly what I'd like, but I'd like to get something that I can wear all day comfortably, so I'm a little unsure about how the Grados will feel. Something tells me this won't be the only pair of headphones I purchase in the near future, so I'm not too worried about it :))
Join the tour and try a pair of grados for a week, then!
The first few times I heard the HD800 it was all off some opamp garbage and they sounded terrible. Give them a good amp and they truly shine...
Prior to the HD800 there wasn't a whole lot of choice out there. Never liked the R10 all that much (too bloody colored), the HP1000 is a one trick pony and the comfort is horrible, HD600 is astounding for the price but a bit dull and that was it really. A SR-Lambda or LNS more than holds its own against all of those.
Grados are painful. You need "around ear" headphones if you're going to wear them all day, not "on ear".
Pity the fact I have to decide which 2 of this pile I'm keeping.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/JBEwGHs.jpg)
Pity the fact I have to decide which 2 of this pile I'm keeping.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/JBEwGHs.jpg)
Came pretty close to getting a lcd-2 or he-500 myself, ended up deciding on an Alpha Dog instead. Still need to pick out an amp.
Pity the fact I have to decide which 2 of this pile I'm keeping.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/JBEwGHs.jpg)
Pity the fact I have to decide which 2 of this pile I'm keeping.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/JBEwGHs.jpg)
Damn, son. just sell them all and get LCD-3s :P
Well my Crossfade LPs are falling apart now
You need "around ear" headphones if you're going to wear them all day, not "on ear".@PointyFox
At one point, I was contemplating keeping the IEMs, one of the open back set in that pic and getting something closed like alpha or mad dogs. Then focal put out the new spirit pro line and I have a soft spot for the focal sound in general.Aside from one extra open back set, that's the exact lineup I'm working towards -- already have the HE-500 and HD600+Crack, and now need the CIEMs and Alpha Dog. Wondering what model/ kind of amp you liked using with your HE-500s?
Pity the fact I have to decide which 2 of this pile I'm keeping.Came pretty close to getting a lcd-2 or he-500 myself, ended up deciding on an Alpha Dog instead. Still need to pick out an amp.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/JBEwGHs.jpg)
What amps are you deciding between for the Alpha Dog? I've been interested since the announcement but haven't done much research yet on potential pairings.
At one point, I was contemplating keeping the IEMs, one of the open back set in that pic and getting something closed like alpha or mad dogs. Then focal put out the new spirit pro line and I have a soft spot for the focal sound in general.Aside from one extra open back set, that's the exact lineup I'm working towards -- already have the HE-500 and HD600+Crack, and now need the CIEMs and Alpha Dog. Wondering what model/ kind of amp you liked using with your HE-500s?Pity the fact I have to decide which 2 of this pile I'm keeping.Came pretty close to getting a lcd-2 or he-500 myself, ended up deciding on an Alpha Dog instead. Still need to pick out an amp.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/JBEwGHs.jpg)
What amps are you deciding between for the Alpha Dog? I've been interested since the announcement but haven't done much research yet on potential pairings.
Got the k702s yesterday and got the balanced adapters to use with my nfb-10es2 today. Not really liking the k702s. Kinda bright with a wide, but somewhat incoherent soundstage. Mids could be better as well, and is slightly lacking in the bass department.
Are the Audio Technica ATH-T400 any good? It's currently on massdrop with the lowest price at $36.99.
Any feedback on its performance would be nice =D
I also wish the pleather on the the ATH-M50 was as good as the one on the M50s :))
I also wish the pleather on the the ATH-M50 was as good as the one on the M50s :))
I see...
I also wish the pleather on the the ATH-M50 was as good as the one on the M50s :))
I see...
LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL :)) :)) :))
Mistakes were made lolol. Sorry, meant to say I wish the pleather on the M50s were as good and remained as soft as the one on the A900X :))
I also wish the pleather on the the ATH-M50 was as good as the one on the M50s :))
I see...
LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL :)) :)) :))
Mistakes were made lolol. Sorry, meant to say I wish the pleather on the M50s were as good and remained as soft as the one on the A900X :))
As a note, the velour pads for the srh940 fit well on the m50s and didn't seem to mess with the sound. Plus quite comfortable.
I also wish the pleather on the the ATH-M50 was as good as the one on the M50s :))
I see...
LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL :)) :)) :))
Mistakes were made lolol. Sorry, meant to say I wish the pleather on the M50s were as good and remained as soft as the one on the A900X :))
As a note, the velour pads for the srh940 fit well on the m50s and didn't seem to mess with the sound. Plus quite comfortable.
Ooo really? I do have it saved in my amazon wish list because I read they were probably the best substitute for the M50s. I spent like hours reading on head-fi 10's of pages of threads about replacement velour pads for the M50s without any real concrete answers anywhere. All of them said you lose significant amounts of bass, and even messed with mids. I'll take your word for it and buy me a set in the near future! Thanks! Good to hear this from first hand experience. This would make the M50s two times better because my only complaint with the M50s is the hardened pleather pads. They're already awesome as is but this fix will make them absolutely amazing. *rubs hands together*
Just to make sure, they fit easily and safely on them, right? I would hate to buy a set for $25-30 and have them rip on me because I'm stretching them on :(
Hey guys, just combobreaking, I'm still 100% satisfied with my Sennheiser HD600 :)
Sound is cool and everything, but another cool advantage which doesn't really get recognized is: You can use them anywhere. They are very portable and don't break easily because some cable being stuck under some book or anything. Build quality is awesome. Plus: They are open headphones and nevertheless you dont hear a thing from the outside. My girlfriend sat beside me in the Inter City Express (German highspeed train), where it's extremely silent. She read a book and didn't even hear me blasting Metallica at full volume (not that this would mean a lot on an iPod touch, but you get the idea).
Figured I'd share these here since most of the time people don't know what they are.
Here are my UE11 Pro's:Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/zoB8NTU.jpg?1)
I know they're decadent but they make working in a data-center an absolute pleasure.
The predecessor to the uerm... nice!
The predecessor to the uerm... nice!
They are awesome. Worth the cost. If these break someday I'll definitely spring for the UE 18's
I was thinking of getting a pair of AKG Q701s for my birthday. Right now I have Beyer DT770 250ohms and I'm looking for a nice pair of open cans to change it up a bit. Chain is UCA202-> O2 amp at the moment. Budget is pretty high, I'm just looking for the "sweet spot". Any recommendations other than the AKG Q701s?
The Q701s are good, but they've got a relatively weak bass reproduction.
List of alternatives w/links for used:
ATH-AD900X http://www.head-fi.org/t/686788/fs-audio-technica-ath-ad900x-ath-ws99-ath-cks1000-ath-m50-all-near-mint-condition-price-drop
HD600
HE400 (and/or 500) http://www.head-fi.org/t/685902/denon-ah-d7000-sold-hifiman-he-400
DT-990 pro 250ohm (since you have the 770s already) http://www.head-fi.org/t/686937/beyer-dt990-250-senn-hd598
Any grado
I feel like that list could be longer, but I can't think of anything else I'd spend money on now that's open unless you start talking 4 digits. There's been an influx of used hd600 going for some crazy low prices recently on head-fi, too.
but akg so pretty ; ;
hd600s will be my next purchase i think
missed out on that pair that went for 200 on headfi :(
The Q701s are good, but they've got a relatively weak bass reproduction.
List of alternatives w/links for used:
ATH-AD900X http://www.head-fi.org/t/686788/fs-audio-technica-ath-ad900x-ath-ws99-ath-cks1000-ath-m50-all-near-mint-condition-price-drop
HD600
HE400 (and/or 500) http://www.head-fi.org/t/685902/denon-ah-d7000-sold-hifiman-he-400
DT-990 pro 250ohm (since you have the 770s already) http://www.head-fi.org/t/686937/beyer-dt990-250-senn-hd598
Any grado
I feel like that list could be longer, but I can't think of anything else I'd spend money on now that's open unless you start talking 4 digits. There's been an influx of used hd600 going for some crazy low prices recently on head-fi, too.
Thanks for the list! Hopefully I'll be able to get a good deal used from head-fi.but akg so pretty ; ;
hd600s will be my next purchase i think
missed out on that pair that went for 200 on headfi :(
$200? Daaaaamn that's cheap. :eek:
So I ended up going with the HE-400s. Got them for $300, not bad! Seller also included velour pads so I'll be sure to test those out. I'll make sure to post pictures and my first impressions when I get them.
Show Image(http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss71/Froddan/DSCF2899.jpg)
I use the ZAGG ZR-Six Earbuds, most $ Iv'e spent on Earbuds but worth it! :thumb: $59.99
Its been sitting in a box for over a year ever since I got it. My main keyboards are topres, and I just purchased a pair of sennheiser hd800s so I need some funding. PM me offers and I'll think about selling them.
Extra feedback @ head-fi:
http://www.head-fi.org/classifieds/feedback/index/user_id/337814
So as to not clutter his FS thread -Its been sitting in a box for over a year ever since I got it. My main keyboards are topres, and I just purchased a pair of sennheiser hd800s so I need some funding. PM me offers and I'll think about selling them.
Extra feedback @ head-fi:
http://www.head-fi.org/classifieds/feedback/index/user_id/337814
Nice, I got a pair, too. I like them, I just don't think I like them with the stock cable as much as my lcd-2. That's in terms of sound alone as I like a little more low end bump. They're so comfortable, though, I'm debating selling the lcd-2 anyways and getting mad dogs upgraded to alpha dogs. I'm also looking into the mods available to get that low end up a bit and need to make a new cable as I think the SPC is part of my issue (they also feel kinda harsh sounding to my ear, but I'm treble sensitive, too).
So as to not clutter his FS thread -Its been sitting in a box for over a year ever since I got it. My main keyboards are topres, and I just purchased a pair of sennheiser hd800s so I need some funding. PM me offers and I'll think about selling them.
Extra feedback @ head-fi:
http://www.head-fi.org/classifieds/feedback/index/user_id/337814
Nice, I got a pair, too. I like them, I just don't think I like them with the stock cable as much as my lcd-2. That's in terms of sound alone as I like a little more low end bump. They're so comfortable, though, I'm debating selling the lcd-2 anyways and getting mad dogs upgraded to alpha dogs. I'm also looking into the mods available to get that low end up a bit and need to make a new cable as I think the SPC is part of my issue (they also feel kinda harsh sounding to my ear, but I'm treble sensitive, too).
Ahh, they already arrived? I have a modified Zu cable coming in for them later this week, along with my hd800s. I don't really believe in sound differences between cables, but I will see. Look into the anax 2.0 mod, it is available on changstar.com. You'll need to register an account there though. I will be making the mod for myself once the materials come in.
Btw, I'll probably be sending your lcd2s back to you either tomorrow or by Monday.
The hd800s with the anax 2.0 warm rings are simply amazing on the NFB-10es2, and I haven't even gotten my zu cable yet. Right now I feel like the modded hd800s are like the UERM on steroids. Just better in sound in pretty much every way. The stock sound was too bright for me and the neutral rings helped a lot but I much prefer the warm rings.
I'd love to get the anax 3.0 once they're released hopefully by the end of this month. The CSDs are just sick. It sucks that your cable got damaged; HD800 connectors are expensive at $50 a pair from moon-audio.
I definitely much prefer the modded hd800s over the lcd2s. And of course, the hd800s are super comfy too and don't touch my ears. Value wise though... the HD800s are ridiculously expensive haha, the hd600s are a better value. Purrin says that the alpha dogs have a peaky treble that's similar to an unmodded hd800. I guess I will hear for myself this Saturday. I doubt I'll use any closed headphone over my UERMs though.
I'm fairly sure my lcd-2 are going up for sale now. Alpha dog reviews are coming in with favorable comparisons to the lcd-2 and if they're as comfortable as mad dogs, I'm completely sold and hopefully done with this cycle of headphones stuff.
I'm fairly sure my lcd-2 are going up for sale now. Alpha dog reviews are coming in with favorable comparisons to the lcd-2 and if they're as comfortable as mad dogs, I'm completely sold and hopefully done with this cycle of headphones stuff.
I wouldn't be opposed to sending you the alpha dogs I ordered for a few days to let you a/b with the lcd if you do the same with the lcd for me, depending on shipping costs.
So I got my cable yesterday. It seemed to have tamed the hd800's treble and now I am back to using the neutral rings. There's a perfect balance in bass, mids, and treble now with the Zu cable and the neutral anax 2.0 rings.Well I didn't like the LCD-2 or the T1 at all really, haven't heard the HE-6 or LCD-3's though.
The only true upgrade to the hd800s are the sr-009s, which will cost upwards of $10k for the headphones and amp. Even then, the hd800s will still excel in soundstage and imaging. Last night I listened to the live version of Hotel California from Hell Freezes Over and I was amazed by the hd800's imaging capabilities. It made me feel like I was part of the audience; I was able to pinpoint where each instrument was coming from, and plus I was able to feel that the audience was clapping right next to me as I listened.
That being said, the rest of the headphones in the $1000-$2000 range are really just side-grades, with different flavors. Sacrificing one strength for another's. I don't see myself wanting a HE-6, Audeze, or T1 any time over the HD800s.
What closed full-size headphone you indicate up to $100?
What closed full-size headphone you indicate up to $100?
I would suggest finding a rebrand of the Fischer FA-003. They range from $60-$120.
I just got some Fischer FA-003 Ti yesterday and compared them with my Mad Dogs.
There is a quality of Orthodynamic drivers that I just can not escape. The sound HITS you in a way that I have not been able to experience with a dynamic driver.
I was able to EQ the Fischers by rolling off a bit of the high end and the neutral quality matched that of the mad-dogs. Don't get me wrong-- there is incredibly accurate bass response, but there were some high frequencies which cut the mix perfectly even when subdued a couple db. Even with the audio reproduction being incredibly similar there was a sterile, fun, quality of the sound pressure in the phones which just didn't HIT me like the mad-dogs would.
Between the two there is a $100 difference. IF that means a lot to an end-user I would definitely recommend the Fischer FA-003 Ti as a neutral, light weight, easy to drive, and comfortable headphone.
What closed full-size headphone you indicate up to $100?
I would suggest finding a rebrand of the Fischer FA-003. They range from $60-$120.
I just got some Fischer FA-003 Ti yesterday and compared them with my Mad Dogs.
There is a quality of Orthodynamic drivers that I just can not escape. The sound HITS you in a way that I have not been able to experience with a dynamic driver.
I was able to EQ the Fischers by rolling off a bit of the high end and the neutral quality matched that of the mad-dogs. Don't get me wrong-- there is incredibly accurate bass response, but there were some high frequencies which cut the mix perfectly even when subdued a couple db. Even with the audio reproduction being incredibly similar there was a sterile, fun, quality of the sound pressure in the phones which just didn't HIT me like the mad-dogs would.
Between the two there is a $100 difference. IF that means a lot to an end-user I would definitely recommend the Fischer FA-003 Ti as a neutral, light weight, easy to drive, and comfortable headphone.
Thanks for all that info. :)
Where did you buy yours?
Just edited my post. You can look for Jaycar re-brands of the Fischer FA-003 http://www.jaycar.us/productView.asp?ID=AA2065&w=AA2065&form=KEYWORD
buy demik's package >.>
Needs moar bass
So I've had my hd800s for a couple weeks now and I was immediately impressed with the detail and feel when I got them, but I've got enough bass head in me that I wanted a little more so I was still missing my lcd-2 (at the time with thegunner).
But the comfort was awesome. One of the best things I've put around my ears, seriously. And that made me look into what mods I could do to get things a little more pleasing to my ears.
I've replaced the silver plated copper cable (SPC is said to contribute to a bright sound signature) with an OCC copper braided cable (8 threads for those that are interested). I've also done the Anax 2.0 mod that's on changstar.
Guys, I'm in love. Favorite headphone now.
That's why my lcd-2 are for sale now.
So...does anyone think I could do the Anax mod on my Grados? Would that even help? Seems like it would tone down the high end and increase the bass, both of which seem good. :D
http://www.audeze.com/products/headphones/lcd-xc (http://www.audeze.com/products/headphones/lcd-xc)
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sploosh indeed
http://www.audeze.com/products/headphones/lcd-xc (http://www.audeze.com/products/headphones/lcd-xc)
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sploosh indeed
^
Might be the thing that gets me back to audez'e
So I'm thinking of getting some ultrasone pro900 to see if those satisfy my bass needs.
Good idea or bad idea?
So anyone try the LCD-X?
What do you suggest? Currently have a pair of mad dogs but even though I like them... bass could be better.So I'm thinking of getting some ultrasone pro900 to see if those satisfy my bass needs.
Good idea or bad idea?
Noooo, don't do it!So anyone try the LCD-X?
Yeah they're decent, but overpriced imo.
What do you suggest? Currently have a pair of mad dogs but even though I like them... bass could be better.
Wearing Fidelio X1 right now and theyre have very good bass, especially for an open headphone. But its noty basshead levels to me. They are of exceptional value though.
Right now using a magni/modi set up
He has/had a pair of dt770s and there wasn't enough bass.
He has/had a pair of dt770s and there wasn't enough bass.
Was it the 80ohm pro? The 80ohm pro has different dampening materials inside, and is much bassier than the other models.
He has/had a pair of dt770s and there wasn't enough bass.
Was it the 80ohm pro? The 80ohm pro has different dampening materials inside, and is much bassier than the other models.
600ohm pros.
He has/had a pair of dt770s and there wasn't enough bass.
He has/had a pair of dt770s and there wasn't enough bass.
This
He has/had a pair of dt770s and there wasn't enough bass.
This
CommunistWitchDr owns the X1s... he seems REALLY pleased with the bass response, and he says it is quite heavy. You may want to PM him for his feelings on the device.
As for the Vali- don't look to this tube setup to "warm" your music. The hybrid amplifier is very nice, but extremely neutral. It is not designed to show "tube" distortion at all. The tubes are ultra-low microphonic, supurbly low THD, and are being used as a component in a solid state amp... they are not used for gain at all.
The vali does sound magnificent though :) I took some HD pictures of the Vali/Modi and my father took the time yesterday to explain the circuits to me. I retained what I consider to be the important caveats, but there was a bit my pleb brain could not contain.
CommunistWitchDr owns the X1s... he seems REALLY pleased with the bass response, and he says it is quite heavy. You may want to PM him for his feelings on the device.
As for the Vali- don't look to this tube setup to "warm" your music. The hybrid amplifier is very nice, but extremely neutral. It is not designed to show "tube" distortion at all. The tubes are ultra-low microphonic, supurbly low THD, and are being used as a component in a solid state amp... they are not used for gain at all.
The vali does sound magnificent though :) I took some HD pictures of the Vali/Modi and my father took the time yesterday to explain the circuits to me. I retained what I consider to be the important caveats, but there was a bit my pleb brain could not contain.
Yes, the Vali is on the bright side of tubes from what I've read.
Even then, the overall THD is pretty high from an amp. Doesn't really matter as long as it sounds good haha. My onkyo tx-8255 stereo receiver has .08% THD and its headphone out sounds pretty good with the hd800s :P
The Vali is also said to have the Eddie Current house sound, and is tubes done right. Solid State without the solid state glare. Supposedly.
Soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo....how about them headphones?
First of next year I'm looking to buy a nice amp and headphones for around $300. Any suggestions? I've owned a pair of AKG K-702's but I'm looking for something that has on par sound without requiring as much power.
Anyone have experience with the Schiit Vali? The reviews seem really promising but I don't know how it will fare on a desk that's not built like a tank. Will there be tube noise when typing, or when the desk rocks? I have no experience with tube amps and was wondering if the tubes make noise when changing the volume as well.
If not the Vali, I might be looking into the Magni but the Vali seems very good for the price. These will be paired with AKG Q701s and HiFiMan HE-400s. Thanks.
Soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo....how about them headphones?
First of next year I'm looking to buy a nice amp and headphones for around $300. Any suggestions? I've owned a pair of AKG K-702's but I'm looking for something that has on par sound without requiring as much power.
I would say try to find a pair of pioneer se-a1000 (less than $50 new on amazon, great headphone) or audez'e he-300 (they're new for 150 on amazon currently) and a schiit vali/modi(dac). If you can fudge the numbers a bit higher than $300, grab the audez'e he-400 for $299 and just the vali for now. My personal choice would be the last at the $300ish price.
You might also be able to pick up a pair of Mr. Speakers Mad Dogs for the 200-250 range used.
http://www.amazon.com/Pioneer-SE-A1000-Over-Ear-Stereo-Headphones/dp/B0033PROOY/ref=sr_1_11?s=electronics&srs=2530157011&ie=UTF8&qid=1385878049&sr=1-11&keywords=pioneer+headphones
http://www.amazon.com/HiFiMAN-HE-300-HiFiMan-Headphones/dp/B00667F7OK/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1385878130&sr=1-1&keywords=he-300
http://www.amazon.com/HiFiMAN-HE-400-HiFiMan-Headphones/dp/B007ZG32I4/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1385878180&sr=1-2&keywords=he-300
http://schiit.com/products/valiAnyone have experience with the Schiit Vali? The reviews seem really promising but I don't know how it will fare on a desk that's not built like a tank. Will there be tube noise when typing, or when the desk rocks? I have no experience with tube amps and was wondering if the tubes make noise when changing the volume as well.
If not the Vali, I might be looking into the Magni but the Vali seems very good for the price. These will be paired with AKG Q701s and HiFiMan HE-400s. Thanks.
From everything I've read so far, including chats with binge, microphonics are fairly non-existant except during turn on/off and plugging headphones in. Schiit has a decent return policy as well if you aren't fully happy and could get the magni if that doesn't work out how you'd like. I used the magni with the he-400s extensively and I was happy with the combination.
Thanks for the quick reply. My main worry is the microphonics; mainly when changing volume/typing. On/off and plugging in shouldn't be much of an issue, but how long does it take for the sound to go away if the chassis is disturbed?
Thanks for the quick reply. My main worry is the microphonics; mainly when changing volume/typing. On/off and plugging in shouldn't be much of an issue, but how long does it take for the sound to go away if the chassis is disturbed?
With most tubes the microphonics dissipate quickly once you warm the unit up. For the best results... turn the volume knob to 0, turn on with headphones plugged in, listen for the initial ringing once the relay kicks on. You will hear the ringing... it will fade. When it is almost inaudible play some audio and turn it up gradually to your desired level. This will prevent microphonics from looping in your device when starting it up from room temp. I created myself a small 2 tier stand for my vali... but it isn't really needed. Make sure you put the little rubber feet on the bottom and put it on top of something else with rubber dampening/foam under it. wooden block on 1/4"foam would do fine. I have a typing tray next to my vali on a dampened tiered stand. No problems at all.
Looks like I'm going for the HiFiMAN HE-400's and the Vali.
Looks like I'm going for the HiFiMAN HE-400's and the Vali.
modded fostex like mad dogs > HE400 any day :3 I'm a convert
He has/had a pair of dt770s and there wasn't enough bass.
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Has anyone ordered from Schiit to Canada? I am asking because I am fearful of customs charges although there shouldn't be any because of NAFTA. Schiit's products are made in America so we aren't supposed to get charged customs at all. When I emailed Schiit, they said they have had mixed responses with customs so I was wondering if anyone has any personal experiences. Thanks.
Has anyone ordered from Schiit to Canada? I am asking because I am fearful of customs charges although there shouldn't be any because of NAFTA. Schiit's products are made in America so we aren't supposed to get charged customs at all. When I emailed Schiit, they said they have had mixed responses with customs so I was wondering if anyone has any personal experiences. Thanks.
Would they not charge appropriate sales tax (or whatever it's called)?
People in general need to start learning how to use EQ. For some reason audiophiles think it is icky or something.
Anyways, I have had my hd600 for about 8 years now (wow I can't believe it's been that long!) and they have proven to be one of the best purchases I've made. I've fussed around with different amps and DACs but at the end of the day the difference is negligible. For high ohm headphones, the amp actually has less of an effect on the sound quality because they don't drain current. You really just need something with a high enough voltage swing to reach the desired volume levels. I know this contradicts almost everything people read on places like head-fi, but that is the simple truth. FYI, don't ever go on head-fi. Those people are horribly misinformed. They would have you believe that iPods are poor audio sources. iPods are brilliant sources, so long as you are ripping your music with sufficient quality. They would have you believe that headphones need to be "burned in" for 502350230 hours before you can listen to them. They would have you buy a new $500 headphone amplifier before tweaking EQ if more midrange is needed.
People in general need to start learning how to use EQ. For some reason audiophiles think it is icky or something.
Anyways, I have had my hd600 for about 8 years now (wow I can't believe it's been that long!) and they have proven to be one of the best purchases I've made. I've fussed around with different amps and DACs but at the end of the day the difference is negligible. For high ohm headphones, the amp actually has less of an effect on the sound quality because they don't drain current. You really just need something with a high enough voltage swing to reach the desired volume levels. I know this contradicts almost everything people read on places like head-fi, but that is the simple truth. FYI, don't ever go on head-fi. Those people are horribly misinformed. They would have you believe that iPods are poor audio sources. iPods are brilliant sources, so long as you are ripping your music with sufficient quality. They would have you believe that headphones need to be "burned in" for 502350230 hours before you can listen to them. They would have you buy a new $500 headphone amplifier before tweaking EQ if more midrange is needed.
This is as bad as saying that the odac is perfectly transparent, or that placing some pebbles near your equipment will magically make them sound better. EQ is great for making minor tweaks, but not for changing the overall sound of the headphones. Yes, many people on head-fi are misinformed. No, the ipod is not a brilliant source. There are many better daps out there.
Take your objectivism elsewhere please.
People in general need to start learning how to use EQ. For some reason audiophiles think it is icky or something.
Anyways, I have had my hd600 for about 8 years now (wow I can't believe it's been that long!) and they have proven to be one of the best purchases I've made. I've fussed around with different amps and DACs but at the end of the day the difference is negligible. For high ohm headphones, the amp actually has less of an effect on the sound quality because they don't drain current. You really just need something with a high enough voltage swing to reach the desired volume levels. I know this contradicts almost everything people read on places like head-fi, but that is the simple truth. FYI, don't ever go on head-fi. Those people are horribly misinformed. They would have you believe that iPods are poor audio sources. iPods are brilliant sources, so long as you are ripping your music with sufficient quality. They would have you believe that headphones need to be "burned in" for 502350230 hours before you can listen to them. They would have you buy a new $500 headphone amplifier before tweaking EQ if more midrange is needed.
This is as bad as saying that the odac is perfectly transparent, or that placing some pebbles near your equipment will magically make them sound better. EQ is great for making minor tweaks, but not for changing the overall sound of the headphones. Yes, many people on head-fi are misinformed. No, the ipod is not a brilliant source. There are many better daps out there.
Saying that EQ is useful is as bad as "placing some pebbles near your equipment ..."? Are you joking? This is a perfect example of the point I was making. There is no difference between adding bass with EQ versus adding bass with a colored source or headphone. Frequency response is frequency response. I'm also not sure how you are differentiating "overall sound" with "minor tweaks". A minor tweak changes the overall sound. People spend thousands of dollars to get minor tweaks.
There are actually only a few portable DAPs that are better than the iPod. Namely, several of the sansa players that have lower output impedance. But they are worse in other areas. None of that changes the fact that the iPod is a fantastic source. If you have concrete proof otherwise (measurements) please do share. Here are measurements which say the opposite: http://www.kenrockwell.com/apple/ipod-touch-5g/audio-quality.htm
please stay... science has a place.
The issue I see with places like head-fi is that a number of the people who want to have a voice believe that they have a hard time arguing with folks with hard facts... charts etc. They trust their senses. This is not a bad thing.
People with understanding of science/engineering/math etc sometimes get into these ruts where they think they are always right and there is nothing new to discover. While this is a comfortable place it is not accurate and sometimes the people who trust their senses pick up on something proprietary which isn't discussed in common place...
There are all kinds of "mysteries" in the audio world. Some are much more real than others. I come from a background where I grew up around engineers and always been taught to seek the hard facts behind specs. There are amps out there that claim ridiculous SNR. They are actually recycling a spec from a part they use which is not accurate in their build. There are conditions that need to be met for that part to reach its rated SNR, and they are not always taken into account...
I've also been told by the same people who taught me to question things that I need not question facts. This is wrong. In real science you always continue to observe. It may be hard to prove a suspicion, but there is no reason to say that an observation is completely invalid unless tested to be false.
A lot of what we hear we can not measure except by responding to what we think we can hear. This is not scientific by some definition but it IS the basis of scientific current "fact" about human hearing. Without finding a happy medium where you can measure and use your own senses to analyze you will always be missing out on more than just half of the picture.
Please keep learning hackers.
Regarding EQ- I find there to be a fundamental problem with all EQ. EQ does not discriminate when it comes to instruments. When albums are made each channel has its own EQ. Some instruments contain frequency detail which isn't meant to have a boost beyond a certain level in the track or detail of other instruments would be lost even if boosted equally.
I choose to try and get as neutral of a response as possible because I don't want to miss an instrument or nuance of that instrument. Without some pretty high tech wizardry it is hard to get that stuff back with an EQ. It's also very easy to go too far with the EQ and make less subtle changes. This is probably why folks do not swear by equalization. There is simply too much to fk up for it to be intuitive to some people.
Regarding EQ- I find there to be a fundamental problem with all EQ. EQ does not discriminate when it comes to instruments. When albums are made each channel has its own EQ. Some instruments contain frequency detail which isn't meant to have a boost beyond a certain level in the track or detail of other instruments would be lost even if boosted equally.
I choose to try and get as neutral of a response as possible because I don't want to miss an instrument or nuance of that instrument. Without some pretty high tech wizardry it is hard to get that stuff back with an EQ. It's also very easy to go too far with the EQ and make less subtle changes. This is probably why folks do not swear by equalization. There is simply too much to fk up for it to be intuitive to some people.
Trained audio engineer here - I would argue that your fundamental problem with EQ is not a problem at all, rather it's a common misconception about creating proper frequency response curves. Your second statement about trying to create as neutral of a response as possible is exactly the correct approach.
EQ should really only be used to adjust the frequency response for the playback device within your room so that you hear the music back as flat as possible. You want your listening environment to match as close as possible what the mastering engineer was hearing. Every speaker has its own unique playback curve, and the EQ applied to it should be the inverse of that curve. To add even more difficulty, every room also has its own playback curve which also needs to be addressed via the EQ curve.
Now with that said, sometimes your speakers/headphones are so crappy (Like my car speakers) that you have to do some extreme EQ just to mask how crappy they really are :)
^ It is hard to use an eq effectively imho, thanks for your input! Please post your wisdom around these parts :D
^ It is hard to use an eq effectively imho, thanks for your input! Please post your wisdom around these parts :D
I suppose I should probably dive a little deeper in what I do and what I actually do for a living. While I'm a trained audio engineer and worked in that world for a number of years, I've migrated into the video compression world (Yes, that's actually something you can do as a career). Because of my professional AV work, I have a little more insight than most into all things video compression, HTPC, home NAS's, etc...
Perhaps I should start a few separate threads about each of my areas of expertise to help others around here...
I suppose I should probably dive a little deeper in what I do and what I actually do for a living. While I'm a trained audio engineer and worked in that world for a number of years, I've migrated into the video compression world (Yes, that's actually something you can do as a career). Because of my professional AV work, I have a little more insight than most into all things video compression, HTPC, home NAS's, etc...
Perhaps I should start a few separate threads about each of my areas of expertise to help others around here...
Yes please! That'd be really cool to read and learn :D
Left cable to my LCD-2's just fell out. Not the actual connector, but the wire itself fell out of the connector. What the actual **** Audeze? And they cost $80 new which means I'm not gonna be able to use them until I've some extra pocket money. I always figured that since the headphones cost over 1k that the cables would be of a decent quality, or at least cone in a braided sleeve. Really miffed right now.
Left cable to my LCD-2's just fell out. Not the actual connector, but the wire itself fell out of the connector. What the actual **** Audeze? And they cost $80 new which means I'm not gonna be able to use them until I've some extra pocket money. I always figured that since the headphones cost over 1k that the cables would be of a decent quality, or at least cone in a braided sleeve. Really miffed right now.
Then why give them more money?
Left cable to my LCD-2's just fell out. Not the actual connector, but the wire itself fell out of the connector. What the actual **** Audeze? And they cost $80 new which means I'm not gonna be able to use them until I've some extra pocket money. I always figured that since the headphones cost over 1k that the cables would be of a decent quality, or at least cone in a braided sleeve. Really miffed right now.
Then why give them more money?
They make amazing headphones for one, hands down the favorite in my collection. I was pondering getting a custom braided cable made but they are so damn expensive, and spending a lot for audio cables is a huge pet peeve of mine. The cable that broke wasn't defective(I think.) The rubber ring guards on the end on the wire end all broke their 'ribs' (not sure how else to explain it) on one side and I guess that was a big part of what was holding it in the hole.
I was looking at this guys cables, but $150 minimum is simply insane to me. http://www.headphile.com/page16.html (http://www.headphile.com/page16.html)
Left cable to my LCD-2's just fell out. Not the actual connector, but the wire itself fell out of the connector. What the actual **** Audeze? And they cost $80 new which means I'm not gonna be able to use them until I've some extra pocket money. I always figured that since the headphones cost over 1k that the cables would be of a decent quality, or at least cone in a braided sleeve. Really miffed right now.
Then why give them more money?
They make amazing headphones for one, hands down the favorite in my collection. I was pondering getting a custom braided cable made but they are so damn expensive, and spending a lot for audio cables is a huge pet peeve of mine. The cable that broke wasn't defective(I think.) The rubber ring guards on the end on the wire end all broke their 'ribs' (not sure how else to explain it) on one side and I guess that was a big part of what was holding it in the hole.
I was looking at this guys cables, but $150 minimum is simply insane to me. http://www.headphile.com/page16.html (http://www.headphile.com/page16.html)
Those are good looking splitter things.
But really, you know there's another cable seller talking to you right now, right?
http://www.mimic-cables.com/products/custom-headphone-cable
Order two if you want it braided. Standard cable is canare starquad.
Also, I enjoy my lcd-2 quite a lot, too. Not as much as my hd800, but I think I might like the lcd-x/xc more than them.
Any help on some cheaper IEM's? I dont wear headphones often but I have some cheap pairs now and I am tired of how they sound. Only pair I have left are some uber cheap ME M6's for when I am just outside doing yard work or exercising but they sound pretty terrible overall. I had an old pair of Shures but I have no clue what the model was, they broke a long while back.
Looking at the JVC FX40A or the Soundmagic E10's - both would be run off an iPhone for sound, again we are talking casual listening!
Listen to a little bit of everything from Trance to Metal to Classical, just depends on mood. My current home setup for in my office where I spend the majority of my time listening these days is a pair of B&W 601's paired with a small Energy sub.
Realize what I am looking at is nowhere near the level you guys are using but was hoping for some general feedback/suggestions. Head Fi can get a wee bit biased and crazy at times... I have a bunch of business meetings I need to fly out for coming up early next year and want to get a pair that is decent but easy to pack and wear on the plane, cab, subway, etc.
Any help on some cheaper IEM's? I dont wear headphones often but I have some cheap pairs now and I am tired of how they sound. Only pair I have left are some uber cheap ME M6's for when I am just outside doing yard work or exercising but they sound pretty terrible overall. I had an old pair of Shures but I have no clue what the model was, they broke a long while back.
Looking at the JVC FX40A or the Soundmagic E10's - both would be run off an iPhone for sound, again we are talking casual listening!
Listen to a little bit of everything from Trance to Metal to Classical, just depends on mood. My current home setup for in my office where I spend the majority of my time listening these days is a pair of B&W 601's paired with a small Energy sub.
Realize what I am looking at is nowhere near the level you guys are using but was hoping for some general feedback/suggestions. Head Fi can get a wee bit biased and crazy at times... I have a bunch of business meetings I need to fly out for coming up early next year and want to get a pair that is decent but easy to pack and wear on the plane, cab, subway, etc.
Vsonics VSD1S is a great place to start. It's a bit more expensive but well worth their cost.
http://www.lendmeurears.com/product_info.php?cPath=15&products_id=76
Is where I bought my pair from. They're based in singapore but have warehouses in the U.S, so it'll be quick shipping.
Much more informative and reasonable than what eisenhower said.
A lot of what we hear we can not measure except by responding to what we think we can hear. This is not scientific by some definition but it IS the basis of scientific current "fact" about human hearing. Without finding a happy medium where you can measure and use your own senses to analyze you will always be missing out on more than just half of the picture.
So obviously, solid state amps are better than tube amps because they measure better, amirite?
So obviously, solid state amps are better than tube amps because they measure better, amirite?
So obviously tube amps have soul and warmth and SS amps are cold and sterile?
I can make strawmen too.
A lot of what we hear we can not measure except by responding to what we think we can hear. This is not scientific by some definition but it IS the basis of scientific current "fact" about human hearing. Without finding a happy medium where you can measure and use your own senses to analyze you will always be missing out on more than just half of the picture.
I don't see how this view is contrary to an objective one. It isn't measurements v.s. listening, it is objective evaluation (blind listening tests, measurements) v.s. sighted testing with ill-defined terminology ("This new cable makes my headphones sound more musical").
+1 for the Koss PortaPros. Simple. Great.Eh what?
I'm currently using Monoprice 8320 earbuds and I don't like the stock tips. Was poking around and found Comply tips. Anyone have opinions on them? And maybe someone can point me to a trusted source where you can get other kinds of tips for earbuds? I'm a little leery of buying random tips I find on eBay.
I got an email from my choice audio store saying that he got a Stax SR-007 in the store that I can sample... I kinda feel that my wallet isn't gonna survive this :eek:
I got an email from my choice audio store saying that he got a Stax SR-007 in the store that I can sample... I kinda feel that my wallet isn't gonna survive this :eek:
See if he has any Koss ESP 950. I am in love with mine.
I got an email from my choice audio store saying that he got a Stax SR-007 in the store that I can sample... I kinda feel that my wallet isn't gonna survive this :eek:
See if he has any Koss ESP 950. I am in love with mine.
His mostly a speaker store, when it comes to headphones he only sells Stax's.
The thing is that I'm on a honey moon with my Beyerdynamic T1 but I've the feeling that this sample is gonna ruin it :))
I got an email from my choice audio store saying that he got a Stax SR-007 in the store that I can sample... I kinda feel that my wallet isn't gonna survive this :eek:
See if he has any Koss ESP 950. I am in love with mine.
His mostly a speaker store, when it comes to headphones he only sells Stax's.
The thing is that I'm on a honey moon with my Beyerdynamic T1 but I've the feeling that this sample is gonna ruin it :))
It will. It most definitely will. Be warned estats are very clean
Digging up old news. Pages 1, 30, 33, 56, 61.+1 for the Koss PortaPros. Simple. Great.Eh what?
I got an email from my choice audio store saying that he got a Stax SR-007 in the store that I can sample... I kinda feel that my wallet isn't gonna survive this :eek:
Need some advice from my audio peeps:
Need an Amp and set of headphones for the holidays, going to be all for me. (christmas wooo). Budget is around $200-250
CptBroAss suggested the Schiit Magni Amp , which is $100, and I've heard from some others that that's a great starting amp, so i think i might roll with that unless anyone has any other suggestions.
As for headphones, I have no idea. I was looking at the HD 598's, and at the ATH-M50s. I dont really know personally the difference between open / closed headphones, but from what i hear, i think i'm going to want closed ones. My favorite type of music is EDM, mainly trance and deep house (I think that's a factor in this)
Also need cables, I have the Gigabyte GA-Z77X-UD3H mobo, not sure if that info is needed.
just looking for suggestions/ideas, thanks for the help.
I'd say the recommendation of a 598 would be really rough for your purposes. Open headphones have a tough time tackling bass response, and those that do well with bass can go a bit too far. Without getting a lot more pricey I would say open is going to be impossible to find a good solution
Recently I recommended a sub $100 pair of headphones which are Fischer Audio FA-003 clones called NVX Audio XTP-100 (http://www.amazon.com/Over-Ear-Headphones-ComfortMax-Cushions-Earpads/dp/B0093PVTPS/ref=sr_1_185?s=aht&ie=UTF8&qid=1387001470&sr=1-185&keywords=Headphones). eckse from IRC showed me these after I've been following the FA-003 and its clones. This is a great package and comes with extra angled ear-pads and an extra detachable cable for replacement. The total cost of the bundle is $80 with free shipping. I have had great success with this headphone paired with a Roland Tri-Capture which is a DAC/AMP for the desktop with other I/O for $120.
This info will be in my review-- this is a very high end sounding headphone that will grow with you for years. It is also great for isolation and not lacking in articulation despite pointyfox's claims that a closed headphone sounds muffled. Just remember you'll be going to college soon enough and noise is a part of that experience. You can block it out with these or hear people crashing around which will disturb your jams.
Need some advice from my audio peeps:
Need an Amp and set of headphones for the holidays, going to be all for me. (christmas wooo). Budget is around $200-250
CptBroAss suggested the Schiit Magni Amp , which is $100, and I've heard from some others that that's a great starting amp, so i think i might roll with that unless anyone has any other suggestions.
As for headphones, I have no idea. I was looking at the HD 598's, and at the ATH-M50s. I dont really know personally the difference between open / closed headphones, but from what i hear, i think i'm going to want closed ones. My favorite type of music is EDM, mainly trance and deep house (I think that's a factor in this)
Also need cables, I have the Gigabyte GA-Z77X-UD3H mobo, not sure if that info is needed.
just looking for suggestions/ideas, thanks for the help.
Open headphones are clear sounding. Closed have a slightly muffled sound. The benefit to closed is that they bleed out less sound.
Just use any cable that works. They don't influence the sound in any perceivable way.
You should get a used Sennheiser HD600 which has by far the best value in the $200-$300 range.
Amp doesn't matter nearly as much as headphone selection does. You should be fine with a soundcard. I A-B'd a $5 soundcard, a $200 soundcard, a $500 discreet amp, and a $900 discreet amp and found very little difference between them. If you like a smooth/warm sound, you could get a tube amp that clips with the tubes a bit, though that will run you $150+ just for the amp. Though that can be simulated by a $0 DSP :P
Need some advice from my audio peeps:
Need an Amp and set of headphones for the holidays, going to be all for me. (christmas wooo). Budget is around $200-250
CptBroAss suggested the Schiit Magni Amp , which is $100, and I've heard from some others that that's a great starting amp, so i think i might roll with that unless anyone has any other suggestions.
As for headphones, I have no idea. I was looking at the HD 598's, and at the ATH-M50s. I dont really know personally the difference between open / closed headphones, but from what i hear, i think i'm going to want closed ones. My favorite type of music is EDM, mainly trance and deep house (I think that's a factor in this)
Also need cables, I have the Gigabyte GA-Z77X-UD3H mobo, not sure if that info is needed.
just looking for suggestions/ideas, thanks for the help.
Open headphones are clear sounding. Closed have a slightly muffled sound. The benefit to closed is that they bleed out less sound.
Just use any cable that works. They don't influence the sound in any perceivable way.
You should get a used Sennheiser HD600 which has by far the best value in the $200-$300 range.
Amp doesn't matter nearly as much as headphone selection does. You should be fine with a soundcard. I A-B'd a $5 soundcard, a $200 soundcard, a $500 discreet amp, and a $900 discreet amp and found very little difference between them. If you like a smooth/warm sound, you could get a tube amp that clips with the tubes a bit, though that will run you $150+ just for the amp. Though that can be simulated by a $0 DSP :P
Gonna have to go with LCD-3's if we're talking open cans. I should probably get off of Audeze's **** all the time, but in all honesty they make the second best sounding headphones I've ever had the pleasure of listening to on a high end system.
I listen to music through a Ferrari so I suggest you go that way. It's in your budget.
I'd say the recommendation of a 598 would be really rough for your purposes. Open headphones have a tough time tackling bass response, and those that do well with bass can go a bit too far. Without getting a lot more pricey I would say open is going to be impossible to find a good solution
This info will be in my review-- this is a very high end sounding headphone that will grow with you for years. It is also great for isolation and not lacking in articulation despite pointyfox's claims that a closed headphone sounds muffled. Just remember you'll be going to college soon enough and noise is a part of that experience. You can block it out with these or hear people crashing around which will disturb your jams.
If you have someone scouring head-fi for you or are doing it yourself, it won't be difficult to find mad dogs in the 200 - 250 range used.
Out of those I'd go with the Senns, but I have heard great things about the Mad Dogs. You may wanna pony up the extra dough for them, the reviews sound like they are worth it. Recent Sony models can be hit and miss in terms of build quality imo.
If you have someone scouring head-fi for you or are doing it yourself, it won't be difficult to find mad dogs in the 200 - 250 range used.
;) :wave:Out of those I'd go with the Senns, but I have heard great things about the Mad Dogs. You may wanna pony up the extra dough for them, the reviews sound like they are worth it. Recent Sony models can be hit and miss in terms of build quality imo.
Initially I was thinking the senns, but apparently open headphones and EDM don't pair great. honestly the mad dogs sound the best for me, but they are just a little bit more then i'd like to spend...still not an option, i'm just thinking...
Dubs, did you every settle on anything and pull the trigger? I'm eyeing that NVX XPT100 set that Binge recommended.. I know nothing about headphones..
to answer your question:
http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=52726.msg1171812#msg1171812
I'd say the recommendation of a 598 would be really rough for your purposes. Open headphones have a tough time tackling bass response, and those that do well with bass can go a bit too far. Without getting a lot more pricey I would say open is going to be impossible to find a good solution
Recently I recommended a sub $100 pair of headphones which are Fischer Audio FA-003 clones called NVX Audio XTP-100 (http://www.amazon.com/Over-Ear-Headphones-ComfortMax-Cushions-Earpads/dp/B0093PVTPS/ref=sr_1_185?s=aht&ie=UTF8&qid=1387001470&sr=1-185&keywords=Headphones). eckse from IRC showed me these after I've been following the FA-003 and its clones. This is a great package and comes with extra angled ear-pads and an extra detachable cable for replacement. The total cost of the bundle is $80 with free shipping. I have had great success with this headphone paired with a Roland Tri-Capture which is a DAC/AMP for the desktop with other I/O for $120.
This info will be in my review-- this is a very high end sounding headphone that will grow with you for years. It is also great for isolation and not lacking in articulation despite pointyfox's claims that a closed headphone sounds muffled. Just remember you'll be going to college soon enough and noise is a part of that experience. You can block it out with these or hear people crashing around which will disturb your jams.
::EDIT:: I'm not saying that the headphone I suggested would suit your current musical tastes the most but it is a safe bet and can be EQed to suit your taste without losing its clean sound. Also like I mentioned it will grow with you.
Do you need a DAC/AMP if 1. Your headphone is good enough or 2. You have a fancy sound card?
Sorry if wrong thread. This question fits into general headphone issues.
Do you need a DAC/AMP if 1. Your headphone is good enough or 2. You have a fancy sound card?
Sorry if wrong thread. This question fits into general headphone issues.
http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=47925.0
Do you need a DAC/AMP if 1. Your headphone is good enough or 2. You have a fancy sound card?
Sorry if wrong thread. This question fits into general headphone issues.
^^ real audiophiles don't use a soundcard as a source :P
^^ real audiophiles don't use a soundcard as a source :P
so no reason to get a $50 fancy ass soundcard? Just a $75 DAC?
I pulled the trigger on the NVX XPT100s, should have them by next week. I'll report back in, anything is an improvement over my current set of headphones which are like 15 years old, lol.
Got my new NVX XPT100s, the sound quality is very good. I am only using an 8 channel mixing board for a pre-amp, so my setup is a lot more ghetto than most of yours.
The only thing I don't like about these headphones is that the head rest has almost no cushioning. The two bars that go across pretty much sit right on my dome and after about 45mins to an hour, I have to re-position the phones because they cause discomfort. I might add something under it, probably an easy fix.
Got my new NVX XPT100s, the sound quality is very good. I am only using an 8 channel mixing board for a pre-amp, so my setup is a lot more ghetto than most of yours.
The only thing I don't like about these headphones is that the head rest has almost no cushioning. The two bars that go across pretty much sit right on my dome and after about 45mins to an hour, I have to re-position the phones because they cause discomfort. I might add something under it, probably an easy fix.
You could pick up something like this!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Headband-Cushion-Comfort-pad-fit-BEYERDYNAMIC-DT770-DT880-DT990-PRO-Headphones-/200806723604?pt=US_Replacement_Parts_Tools&hash=item2ec1037014
TJ told me to buy the Asus Xonar DX 7.1 and I bought it. It adds quite a noticeable improvement in sound quality through my Astro A40 + Mix Amp Pro.
Got my new NVX XPT100s, the sound quality is very good. I am only using an 8 channel mixing board for a pre-amp, so my setup is a lot more ghetto than most of yours.
The only thing I don't like about these headphones is that the head rest has almost no cushioning. The two bars that go across pretty much sit right on my dome and after about 45mins to an hour, I have to re-position the phones because they cause discomfort. I might add something under it, probably an easy fix.
Got my new NVX XPT100s, the sound quality is very good. I am only using an 8 channel mixing board for a pre-amp, so my setup is a lot more ghetto than most of yours.
The only thing I don't like about these headphones is that the head rest has almost no cushioning. The two bars that go across pretty much sit right on my dome and after about 45mins to an hour, I have to re-position the phones because they cause discomfort. I might add something under it, probably an easy fix.
these are the most comfortable headphones i've ever owned. there were times when the music had stopped for over an hour and i forgot i was even wearing them. i haven't had any problem with the band across the top. sucks to hear that it's a problem. the quality overall is solid. it's not a headphone i would take out/travel with (though i can't see why you wouldn't, i just don't commute with headphones) but as a home piece the quality met/exceeded my expectations.
sound wise i'm pretty impressed. at first i was kind of shocked by the lack of bass (i primarily listen to house/tech house/minimal) but i ran them through a burn in audio clip (http://www.jlabaudio.com/index/burn-in) for six hours and when i came back there was a noticeable difference in improvement. running through them through my magni was the clincher; all of a sudden there was full depth across the board. i know these are marketed as a studio monitor and they definitely live up to that. i must admit, listening to more dj oriented music i'm used to headphones that color sound, romanticizing the bass (though i hate overwhelming bass) and pushing highs but the nvt seem to keep everything on an even keel. i have noticed that some tracks are just a tad too sparkly but that could have more to do with the recording itself. this headphone will take some time to get used to but i got these specifically in hopes of hearing and learning to enjoy a more neutral listening experience while staying within a reasonable budget.
i'll come back and update my thoughts after these have gotten more useage.
Got my new NVX XPT100s, the sound quality is very good. I am only using an 8 channel mixing board for a pre-amp, so my setup is a lot more ghetto than most of yours.
The only thing I don't like about these headphones is that the head rest has almost no cushioning. The two bars that go across pretty much sit right on my dome and after about 45mins to an hour, I have to re-position the phones because they cause discomfort. I might add something under it, probably an easy fix.
these are the most comfortable headphones i've ever owned. there were times when the music had stopped for over an hour and i forgot i was even wearing them. i haven't had any problem with the band across the top. sucks to hear that it's a problem. the quality overall is solid. it's not a headphone i would take out/travel with (though i can't see why you wouldn't, i just don't commute with headphones) but as a home piece the quality met/exceeded my expectations.
sound wise i'm pretty impressed. at first i was kind of shocked by the lack of bass (i primarily listen to house/tech house/minimal) but i ran them through a burn in audio clip (http://www.jlabaudio.com/index/burn-in) for six hours and when i came back there was a noticeable difference in improvement. running through them through my magni was the clincher; all of a sudden there was full depth across the board. i know these are marketed as a studio monitor and they definitely live up to that. i must admit, listening to more dj oriented music i'm used to headphones that color sound, romanticizing the bass (though i hate overwhelming bass) and pushing highs but the nvt seem to keep everything on an even keel. i have noticed that some tracks are just a tad too sparkly but that could have more to do with the recording itself. this headphone will take some time to get used to but i got these specifically in hopes of hearing and learning to enjoy a more neutral listening experience while staying within a reasonable budget.
i'll come back and update my thoughts after these have gotten more useage.
If you have a good parametric EQ- I found that the following settings work magic for the NVX/Fischer 003 clones.
20Hz +3dB Q7
150Hz -3dB Q7
300Hz +2dB Q8
800Hz -4dB Q5
8kHz +4dB Q10
14kHz -3dB Q5
Really sorry to bother people here again. I'm looking for a 1. Comfortable 2. Under $100 and 3. Good sounding headphone. Which one do you recommend? DAC will most likely be binge's when he finishes the project
Really sorry to bother people here again. I'm looking for a 1. Comfortable 2. Under $100 and 3. Good sounding headphone. Which one do you recommend? DAC will most likely be binge's when he finishes the project
Audio Technica ATH-T400 (I personally have these and for the price they sound very good)
http://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATH-T400-Closed-Back-Dynamic-Headphones/dp/B004RO3V7O
Audio Technica ATH-AD500X (Bass isn't that great but everything else is good)
http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-AD500X-Audiophile-Open-Air-Headphones/dp/B009S333U4/ref=pd_sim_sbs_MI_5
If you have a good parametric EQ- I found that the following settings work magic for the NVX/Fischer 003 clones.
20Hz +3dB Q7
150Hz -3dB Q7
300Hz +2dB Q8
800Hz -4dB Q5
8kHz +4dB Q10
14kHz -3dB Q5
dude, bad ass! was totally going to pm you about suggestions. good looking out. do you have one that you'd recommend?
Really sorry to bother people here again. I'm looking for a 1. Comfortable 2. Under $100 and 3. Good sounding headphone. Which one do you recommend? DAC will most likely be binge's when he finishes the project
Audio Technica ATH-T400 (I personally have these and for the price they sound very good)
http://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATH-T400-Closed-Back-Dynamic-Headphones/dp/B004RO3V7O
Audio Technica ATH-AD500X (Bass isn't that great but everything else is good)
http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-AD500X-Audiophile-Open-Air-Headphones/dp/B009S333U4/ref=pd_sim_sbs_MI_5
Sweet. Prob going to get the ATH-T400.
My friend also said the RP-HTF600-S are good, http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-RP-HTF600-S-Stereo-Over-ear-Headphones/dp/B004MMEI8W/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1389227470&sr=8-1&keywords=panasonic+htf600
But leaning toward the T400
Going to go with the panasonics. Going to be $30 into the audiophile world, a small step in comparison to other headphones. I just hope it doesn't end up like keyboards, robbing me of my money.
Going to go with the panasonics. Going to be $30 into the audiophile world, a small step in comparison to other headphones. I just hope it doesn't end up like keyboards, robbing me of my money.
Going to go with the panasonics. Going to be $30 into the audiophile world, a small step in comparison to other headphones. I just hope it doesn't end up like keyboards, robbing me of my money.
If we are shooting for the $30 price range I would go with Tascams.
http://www.amazon.com/TASCAM-TH02-B-Closed-Back-Stylish-Headphone/dp/B00B1N06PO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1389234296&sr=8-1&keywords=tascam+headphones
Really sorry to bother people here again. I'm looking for a 1. Comfortable 2. Under $100 and 3. Good sounding headphone. Which one do you recommend? DAC will most likely be binge's when he finishes the project
Going to go with the panasonics. Going to be $30 into the audiophile world, a small step in comparison to other headphones. I just hope it doesn't end up like keyboards, robbing me of my money.
If we are shooting for the $30 price range I would go with Tascams.
http://www.amazon.com/TASCAM-TH02-B-Closed-Back-Stylish-Headphone/dp/B00B1N06PO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1389234296&sr=8-1&keywords=tascam+headphones
Why are the red on white ones $10 cheaper? Nobody likes those colors? (Then how come RA is so awesome?) http://www.amazon.com/TASCAM-TH02-B-Closed-Back-Stylish-Headphone/dp/B00B1N06PO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1389234296&sr=8-1&keywords=tascam+headphones
My friend said that after 80 hrs of burning in the panasonics, they sound really really good.
Why do you prefer the tascam over the panasonic? What aspects are better? Want to make an educated purchase and buy something good for me.
Thanks for all the help on finding headphones, means a lot after using $6 headphones for a while.
#1) burn in should not be an issue. Usually it is your ears adjusting to the sound your headphones are producing.
#2) most headphones are factory "burnt in"
#3) them Tascams are flat as all hell. There's a gnarly 8k peak I think... but from what I understand the panasonics are bass machines without really providing accurate bass. Possibly pleasant but not hi-fidelity. Not all hi-fi is flat but the majority of neutral headphones (praised for being neutral) will allow you to hear the music as you have it recorded and you will also be able to hear the nuances of your equipment.
Anyone have experience with closed-back headphones with velour pads?
I stinkin' love how comfortable my HD598's are with the velour pads, but need a pair with closed-backs for the office to minimize sound-leak.
Beyer DT770 have velour aswell
Anyone have experience with closed-back headphones with velour pads?
I stinkin' love how comfortable my HD598's are with the velour pads, but need a pair with closed-backs for the office to minimize sound-leak.
I hear that you can get velour pads for a shure headphone to fit on m50s. Other than that, you might look into shure, as I think they have a few pair of closed back with velour as well.
Anyone have experience with closed-back headphones with velour pads?
I stinkin' love how comfortable my HD598's are with the velour pads, but need a pair with closed-backs for the office to minimize sound-leak.
i'm on the fence for Sennheiser HD 650, it will cost me a lot to get amp/dac to power the heaphones nicely...Lower cost option for the hd650 I would say philips fidelio x1. A bit of the same sound but doesnt require as beefy amp
i loved my dt770s when i had them.
and tbh, i regret selling them. they were comfortable and even though i like these mad dogs, i liked the bass better on the DT's
Longzilla, what sort of sound signature do you want from a new set of cans?
I personally find bassy headphones to be a bit fatiguing over longer sessions and these days mostly use AKG Q701.Longzilla, what sort of sound signature do you want from a new set of cans?
I'll mostly be listening to upbeat stuff to keep me awake at the office, so something with accurate bass/midranges but nothing too aggressive/taxing to listen to for long periods of time.
Longzilla, what sort of sound signature do you want from a new set of cans?
I'll mostly be listening to upbeat stuff to keep me awake at the office, so something with accurate bass/midranges but nothing too aggressive/taxing to listen to for long periods of time.
How does a Schiit Magni and a pair of AD900X sound (literally, huehue) for listening to rock? Open to other amp/headphone suggestions, my budget is roughly $300.
How critical is a DAC?
How does a Schiit Magni and a pair of AD900X sound (literally, huehue) for listening to rock? Open to other amp/headphone suggestions, my budget is roughly $300.
How critical is a DAC?
If you can bump overall budget to $400, the hifiman he400s are on a closeout sale and are worth every penny of the current $299 price tag. Amazon still has a handful and they look to still be in stock direct through hifiman, too.
DAC is probably third of importance in my mind, but worth the upgrade at some point. I would do headphones > amp > dac
i just bought a pair of sennheiser hd25 aluminum. i will never buy another headphone.Dey so tiny
i just bought a pair of sennheiser hd25 aluminum. i will never buy another headphone.Dey so tiny
How does a Schiit Magni and a pair of AD900X sound (literally, huehue) for listening to rock? Open to other amp/headphone suggestions, my budget is roughly $300.
How critical is a DAC?
If you can bump overall budget to $400, the hifiman he400s are on a closeout sale and are worth every penny of the current $299 price tag. Amazon still has a handful and they look to still be in stock direct through hifiman, too.
DAC is probably third of importance in my mind, but worth the upgrade at some point. I would do headphones > amp > dac
How does a Schiit Magni and a pair of AD900X sound (literally, huehue) for listening to rock? Open to other amp/headphone suggestions, my budget is roughly $300.
How critical is a DAC?
If you can bump overall budget to $400, the hifiman he400s are on a closeout sale and are worth every penny of the current $299 price tag. Amazon still has a handful and they look to still be in stock direct through hifiman, too.
DAC is probably third of importance in my mind, but worth the upgrade at some point. I would do headphones > amp > dac
Dang wish I could try the HE-400s somewhere, curious if they're comfortable enough for long usage to see if I should just wait for the HE-400i
Okay everyone, I got a $400-$450 Budget for a pair of headphones and a Dac. What would you recommend? I listen to rock, Classical Pretty just a wide range of music. I'm looking for a pair of open headphones with some bass but of course nothing over doing it that would ruin classical for me. I game and Listen to music about 50/50 so that could be a factor.
I also need something super comfortable. I'm going to be wearing these for long hours. Other than that I don't really know what else to say!
so i guess these
ATH-AD700X (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009S332TQ/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B009S332TQ&linkCode=as2&tag=420usa-20)
is the replacement for my AT adh-700
i guess since i moved, i must have snagged something and the right ear doesn't work, unless someone has some advice on how to fix that, guess i'm going with those, or someone have any ?other suggestions? the price range is... well i'm just happy with the old 700 so if price/performance and to me most importantly comfort (i wear them 8hrs a day) is just as good, why not try new things.
Does anyone know where I can get a balanced cable for the HE400s for a decent price?
Hi all, I need an advice. Here's my situation and what I am looking for: I recently bought some Soundmagic HP100 and I like them a lot. They were my first pair of real decent headphones. But now I want a second pair to have one at home and one at job.
Ideally, I would like a pair of good quality closed headphones with 80+ impedance (so that I am not limited when looking for an amp since many have 5-10 ohm output impedance and my HP100 have 32 ohm impedance and from what I have read it's bad if you follow the 1/8 rule). I am them to be neutral/balanced. But in closed headphones, the choice is limited from what I have found.
I have lately been interested in getting the DT880, but they are semi-open and I am not sure yet if I would use them at home or at job. At home, sometime there's some noise (laundry), but it's not that much of an issue. But if I decide to get them at job, well I don't want to disturb my coworkers (they are like 4-5 feet away from me). My model F is already enough :p
I aim for a budget of 150-250 ish ideally (shipped to Canada). So I would like a lot to know if there's other good choices out there and I would also like to know how bad the sound leak would be for coworkers if I decided to bring them to work.
Thx all!
Hi all, I need an advice. Here's my situation and what I am looking for: I recently bought some Soundmagic HP100 and I like them a lot. They were my first pair of real decent headphones. But now I want a second pair to have one at home and one at job.
Ideally, I would like a pair of good quality closed headphones with 80+ impedance (so that I am not limited when looking for an amp since many have 5-10 ohm output impedance and my HP100 have 32 ohm impedance and from what I have read it's bad if you follow the 1/8 rule). I am them to be neutral/balanced. But in closed headphones, the choice is limited from what I have found.
I have lately been interested in getting the DT880, but they are semi-open and I am not sure yet if I would use them at home or at job. At home, sometime there's some noise (laundry), but it's not that much of an issue. But if I decide to get them at job, well I don't want to disturb my coworkers (they are like 4-5 feet away from me). My model F is already enough :p
I aim for a budget of 150-250 ish ideally (shipped to Canada). So I would like a lot to know if there's other good choices out there and I would also like to know how bad the sound leak would be for coworkers if I decided to bring them to work.
Thx all!
Hi all, I need an advice. Here's my situation and what I am looking for: I recently bought some Soundmagic HP100 and I like them a lot. They were my first pair of real decent headphones. But now I want a second pair to have one at home and one at job.
Ideally, I would like a pair of good quality closed headphones with 80+ impedance (so that I am not limited when looking for an amp since many have 5-10 ohm output impedance and my HP100 have 32 ohm impedance and from what I have read it's bad if you follow the 1/8 rule). I am them to be neutral/balanced. But in closed headphones, the choice is limited from what I have found.
I have lately been interested in getting the DT880, but they are semi-open and I am not sure yet if I would use them at home or at job. At home, sometime there's some noise (laundry), but it's not that much of an issue. But if I decide to get them at job, well I don't want to disturb my coworkers (they are like 4-5 feet away from me). My model F is already enough :p
I aim for a budget of 150-250 ish ideally (shipped to Canada). So I would like a lot to know if there's other good choices out there and I would also like to know how bad the sound leak would be for coworkers if I decided to bring them to work.
Thx all!
You mentioned the DT880's interested you, perhaps the Beyer DT770 (32 or limited edition) or Custom One Pros
Prelude
So I found myself mysteriously drawn into the headphone business a couple months ago, and got myself a first pair of "decent" fullsize headphone according to a head-fi-er's advice --- the fischer fa-003 --- it was praised for its unmatched neutrality and soundstage at its price level. However I was quite disapointed by the sound it produced, so I went on and did some research online, reading reviews, surfing reddits... Eventually I realised that my ears are the most reliable advicer I can ever have, so I decided to sample some headphones.
I went to B&H 9th avenue in Mannhattan following other people's suggestions, with a pair of ears long wanted to experience the "hifi" sound, I begun my jounery...
Music
Baptised by classical music through all my life, and being a piano player myself, my ears just cannot bear the noise and disturbance created by pop music, so my catagory is very limited, but I am hoping to enjoy some ragtime or jazz later on. The tracks I used in this sampling are: BWV 537-Bach, La Campanella-Liszt, Pastorale-Beethoven, Nocturnes Op.9 No.1-Chopin. All flac 690Kbps, source from a nexus 10.
HD 600
One of the most praised headphone from what I read, my expectation for this one is huge, and ready to be blown away by it. The comforte is unparalled, the headband so light and the velorpads so soft that I hardly feel it on my head, and the open back design makes my ears feel so fresh after so many years behind the closed back headphones. The organ works from Bach sounds very nice but I think a little more bass would be perfect. The Liszt etude is my track to test the treble, it sounds a little bit dull compare to a real piano, which has a very clear, bell-like sound. It is the symphony by Beethoven really pulls this headphone apart from the others. The different instruments are extremely distinguishable and clear, and I can clearly hear the notes from the drums and double basses in the right wing compare to a sea of bassy vibration produced by my previous headphones. Overall the headphone is great, but I expected a lot more imaging from a open back headphone.
AKG 701
The AKG 701 called to my attention for its supreme soundstage mentioned by numerous people. While the soundstage is much, much bigger than that of the HD 600, I find its sound signature much to my disliking, too "spiky" for classical music in my opinion, maybe good for more modern musics.
HD 800
The model they had in store is broken, the wire connected to the right driver is exposed and disjointed, but it doesn't stop me from realising its glory---OMG THE SOUNDSTAGE IS AMMMMMMMAAAAAZZINNNGGGG!!!!!!!!! It has got almost double the soundstage of the AKG 701 and the sound of the HD 600, but much more lucid, penatrative, and crystalline. The trebles are exactly what I want them to be, and the bass is just the right amount --- warm, but not muddy. I can only imagine the sound coming out of this with proper amplification and properly working wires.
DT 990 pro
I heard mixed review about this one, my brother says it is too "soft", and some people says it is not very good. It is bigger than what I've thought, but very comfortable nontheless. Listening to the Beethoven symphony, I discovered that the instruments are less separable than the HD 600, everything kind of all jumbled up together. Bass is adequate compare to the ones I heard before, and treble not as clear as the HD 600. However the soundstage is greater than that of the HD 600, considering it it being a third of the HD 600's, I still think this is a good deal.
HE 400
I sampled this one in another store as the B&H doesn't have an opened one. It is not as heavy as people on the Internet described it to be, in fact, it is almost the same as any other headphones for me. The first thing that caught my attention is the bass. It is very different from the other headphones, quite difficult to describe using the "sound dictionary" I have right now. I find the treble very unlikable for the musics I listen to, too low to even call it "treble" in my point of view. The soundstage is quite limited from what I heard, but a little more open than that of the HD 600. All in all, not a headphone for me.
Conclusion
The headphoens I sampled this time are all without proper amplifications, for the source I used is merely a tablet (not to mention wire and DAC, which I have no idea how they affect the sound). I am planning to attend the next head-fi meetup in NY, looking forward to test some other headphone and make my final decision of buying one!
P.S. Please excuse me of any misuse of terminology and point out the areas I can improve on, it is a new field I am stepping in and need quite a lot guidance, thanks very much for reading!
Might be a dumb question and it doesn't completely match the thread but I listen to music most of the day and 99% of the time I only have one side of the headphones on my head. They are dt770s and don't hurt pushing one side off, mainly because want to hear what is around me during the day at times, I don't like feeling trapped(?) while I have my headphones on, but I dont like speakers or open headphones because I play music loud at times.
SO, to the point, after probably a year or so of doing this, my hearing is slightly different between the two ears. My left ear, which is the ear I actually listen to the headphones on all the time seem to pick up sound "better". Bass feels stronger in that ear, and overall it feels as if I can pick up more detail in that ear. Meanwhile my right ear, which never has the headphones on them feel dead(exaggeration, but best description I could give) in comparison. Not as much response to the bass and it just doesn't sound the same.
Does this seem like prior hearing damage in my right ear or that my left ear has just become accustomed to headphones all the time? IDK lol, it's not that big of a deal to me but I just wonder...
Hi all, I need an advice. Here's my situation and what I am looking for: I recently bought some Soundmagic HP100 and I like them a lot. They were my first pair of real decent headphones. But now I want a second pair to have one at home and one at job.
Ideally, I would like a pair of good quality closed headphones with 80+ impedance (so that I am not limited when looking for an amp since many have 5-10 ohm output impedance and my HP100 have 32 ohm impedance and from what I have read it's bad if you follow the 1/8 rule). I am them to be neutral/balanced. But in closed headphones, the choice is limited from what I have found.
I have lately been interested in getting the DT880, but they are semi-open and I am not sure yet if I would use them at home or at job. At home, sometime there's some noise (laundry), but it's not that much of an issue. But if I decide to get them at job, well I don't want to disturb my coworkers (they are like 4-5 feet away from me). My model F is already enough :p
I aim for a budget of 150-250 ish ideally (shipped to Canada). So I would like a lot to know if there's other good choices out there and I would also like to know how bad the sound leak would be for coworkers if I decided to bring them to work.
Thx all!
You mentioned the DT880's interested you, perhaps the Beyer DT770 (32 or limited edition) or Custom One Pros
I don't like DT880s. They are sonically inferior to HD600/650 due to weak bass impact and over-amplification of sounds around 8.5 kHz. They don't seem to block much outside sound, so the "semi-open" feature is pretty meaningless. The DT770s have the same bump around 8.5 kHz. Makes people sssound like sssnakesss.
I've never heard any "audiophile" closed full-size headphones I thought were at least decent. Great isolation, sound quality and value can be had with in-ear modules however.
Conclusion
The headphoens I sampled this time are all without proper amplifications, for the source I used is merely a tablet (not to mention wire and DAC, which I have no idea how they affect the sound). I am planning to attend the next head-fi meetup in NY, looking forward to test some other headphone and make my final decision of buying one!
The HD650 is supposely more "coloured" while the HD600 is more neutral from what I've heard
Got these a few days ago but just got around to taking pics :DShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/3LPWJ4W.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/yti9swX.jpg)
Very pleased with the sound on these. The HE-400s are a little heavy but still very comfortable, and the drivers don't touch my ears at all.
Once I get a little more cash I'll add a Modi and some Mimic cables to the setup.
Got these a few days ago but just got around to taking pics :DShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/3LPWJ4W.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/yti9swX.jpg)
Very pleased with the sound on these. The HE-400s are a little heavy but still very comfortable, and the drivers don't touch my ears at all.
Once I get a little more cash I'll add a Modi and some Mimic cables to the setup.
How's that combo working for you? I was thinking of picking those two up if massdrop ever gets the he-400 back up.
Looks like Feenix finally unveiled their new audiophile level Aria headphones.
http://www.feenixcollection.com/aria.html (http://www.feenixcollection.com/aria.html)
$349 pre-order
They is fischers!
fenix,
Driver unit: 50mm Impedance: 64 ohm Sensitivity: 101dB Frequency Response: 10Hz~26KHz Weight: 370g
fischer fa-003ti
Frequency range: 10-26000 Hz
Sensitivity: 101 dB
Impedance: 64 Ohm
Driver: 50mm
weight: 370g
They is fischers!
fenix,
Driver unit: 50mm Impedance: 64 ohm Sensitivity: 101dB Frequency Response: 10Hz~26KHz Weight: 370g
fischer fa-003ti
Frequency range: 10-26000 Hz
Sensitivity: 101 dB
Impedance: 64 Ohm
Driver: 50mm
weight: 370g
Huh? Is that a good thing? :P
the general design does resemble that of the fischer, but doesn't the 003ti use 42mm drivers?
the general design does resemble that of the fischer, but doesn't the 003ti use 42mm drivers?
:( I am seeing 42mm official on their site. So my memory must be a little bad.
USB adapter and 6.3mm Stereo jack adapter included
:'(
349 bucks and it's still using a 1/8 jack.
That's a bit of a tell tale sign that it's way overpriced ... I mean aside from it being a fischer.
Prelude
So I found myself mysteriously drawn into the headphone business a couple months ago, and got myself a first pair of "decent" fullsize headphone according to a head-fi-er's advice --- the fischer fa-003 --- it was praised for its unmatched neutrality and soundstage at its price level. However I was quite disapointed by the sound it produced, so I went on and did some research online, reading reviews, surfing reddits... Eventually I realised that my ears are the most reliable advicer I can ever have, so I decided to sample some headphones.
I went to B&H 9th avenue in Mannhattan following other people's suggestions, with a pair of ears long wanted to experience the "hifi" sound, I begun my jounery...
Music
Baptised by classical music through all my life, and being a piano player myself, my ears just cannot bear the noise and disturbance created by pop music, so my catagory is very limited, but I am hoping to enjoy some ragtime or jazz later on. The tracks I used in this sampling are: BWV 537-Bach, La Campanella-Liszt, Pastorale-Beethoven, Nocturnes Op.9 No.1-Chopin. All flac 690Kbps, source from a nexus 10.
HD 600
One of the most praised headphone from what I read, my expectation for this one is huge, and ready to be blown away by it. The comforte is unparalled, the headband so light and the velorpads so soft that I hardly feel it on my head, and the open back design makes my ears feel so fresh after so many years behind the closed back headphones. The organ works from Bach sounds very nice but I think a little more bass would be perfect. The Liszt etude is my track to test the treble, it sounds a little bit dull compare to a real piano, which has a very clear, bell-like sound. It is the symphony by Beethoven really pulls this headphone apart from the others. The different instruments are extremely distinguishable and clear, and I can clearly hear the notes from the drums and double basses in the right wing compare to a sea of bassy vibration produced by my previous headphones. Overall the headphone is great, but I expected a lot more imaging from a open back headphone.
AKG 701
The AKG 701 called to my attention for its supreme soundstage mentioned by numerous people. While the soundstage is much, much bigger than that of the HD 600, I find its sound signature much to my disliking, too "spiky" for classical music in my opinion, maybe good for more modern musics.
HD 800
The model they had in store is broken, the wire connected to the right driver is exposed and disjointed, but it doesn't stop me from realising its glory---OMG THE SOUNDSTAGE IS AMMMMMMMAAAAAZZINNNGGGG!!!!!!!!! It has got almost double the soundstage of the AKG 701 and the sound of the HD 600, but much more lucid, penatrative, and crystalline. The trebles are exactly what I want them to be, and the bass is just the right amount --- warm, but not muddy. I can only imagine the sound coming out of this with proper amplification and properly working wires.
DT 990 pro
I heard mixed review about this one, my brother says it is too "soft", and some people says it is not very good. It is bigger than what I've thought, but very comfortable nontheless. Listening to the Beethoven symphony, I discovered that the instruments are less separable than the HD 600, everything kind of all jumbled up together. Bass is adequate compare to the ones I heard before, and treble not as clear as the HD 600. However the soundstage is greater than that of the HD 600, considering it it being a third of the HD 600's, I still think this is a good deal.
HE 400
I sampled this one in another store as the B&H doesn't have an opened one. It is not as heavy as people on the Internet described it to be, in fact, it is almost the same as any other headphones for me. The first thing that caught my attention is the bass. It is very different from the other headphones, quite difficult to describe using the "sound dictionary" I have right now. I find the treble very unlikable for the musics I listen to, too low to even call it "treble" in my point of view. The soundstage is quite limited from what I heard, but a little more open than that of the HD 600. All in all, not a headphone for me.
Conclusion
The headphoens I sampled this time are all without proper amplifications, for the source I used is merely a tablet (not to mention wire and DAC, which I have no idea how they affect the sound). I am planning to attend the next head-fi meetup in NY, looking forward to test some other headphone and make my final decision of buying one!
P.S. Please excuse me of any misuse of terminology and point out the areas I can improve on, it is a new field I am stepping in and need quite a lot guidance, thanks very much for reading!
I'm noticing many mentions of the HD600 in this thread. How do they compare to the DT-770? Because that's what I use now and I'm really considering getting the HD600 although I don't know if I could justify $350 on another pair of headphones, which is ironic considering how much I've spent on keyboards.
I'm assuming the sound signature is completely different, or something.
I'm noticing many mentions of the HD600 in this thread. How do they compare to the DT-770? Because that's what I use now and I'm really considering getting the HD600 although I don't know if I could justify $350 on another pair of headphones, which is ironic considering how much I've spent on keyboards.
I'm assuming the sound signature is completely different, or something.
I'm noticing many mentions of the HD600 in this thread. How do they compare to the DT-770? Because that's what I use now and I'm really considering getting the HD600 although I don't know if I could justify $350 on another pair of headphones, which is ironic considering how much I've spent on keyboards.
I'm assuming the sound signature is completely different, or something.
im sure pointyfox will tell you how the HD600 are the second coming of w/e god you believe in and will cure world hunger.
They is fischers!
fenix,
Driver unit: 50mm Impedance: 64 ohm Sensitivity: 101dB Frequency Response: 10Hz~26KHz Weight: 370g
fischer fa-003ti
Frequency range: 10-26000 Hz
Sensitivity: 101 dB
Impedance: 64 Ohm
Driver: 50mm
weight: 370g
Huh? Is that a good thing? :P
generally? but it's uhm... much more expensive than a fischer.
Next level travel setup:
Zune 120
Fiio e06
JH5 CIEM
I'm once again thinking about snagging an e17. E11 is a good value but I'm worried about the build quality. But I wanna check out an e12 and other options before I pull the trigger. The e06 will be my trusty sidekick for now XD
Next level travel setup:
Add some big bucks for an amp, if you don't have one yet.
Add some big bucks for an amp, if you don't have one yet.
No, I don't have one. Any recommendations?
Sennheiser 558, very comfortable. Hifiman RE-400 iems.The RE-400 are magical for the price in my opinion.
Sennheiser 558, very comfortable. Hifiman RE-400 iems.The RE-400 are magical for the price in my opinion.
People rockin' the HE-400s: what are you driving them with, if anything?
People rockin' the HE-400s: what are you driving them with, if anything?
Schiit vali/modi stack....sounds good, a little sibilant, hella uncomfortable compared to my Beyer DT 990 premium 600ohm.
People rockin' the HE-400s: what are you driving them with, if anything?
Schiit vali/modi stack....sounds good, a little sibilant, hella uncomfortable compared to my Beyer DT 990 premium 600ohm.
Yeah, they're pretty goddamn heavy and don't really hold a candle to my HD-600s in terms of comfort either.
People rockin' the HE-400s: what are you driving them with, if anything?
Schiit vali/modi stack....sounds good, a little sibilant, hella uncomfortable compared to my Beyer DT 990 premium 600ohm.
Yeah, they're pretty goddamn heavy and don't really hold a candle to my HD-600s in terms of comfort either.
I'm so excited. My Project Ember tube amp comes tomorrow (I'll be pairing with my Mad Dogs), and my Bottlehead Crack comes Tuesday (I'll be pairing with my HD 650's). I've read that these are both ~10 hour builds, so next week / weekend will be busy!
I'm sorta curious (as that's REALLY expensive), why did you get both?
I'm sorta curious (as that's REALLY expensive), why did you get both?
I'm building 2 setups. The 650's are at home, since I have no problem with a nice open headphone. The Mad Dogs are for work, since I need a closed headphone so I don't disturb others.
As far as why those 2 amps, the Crack is supposed to be incredible with the 650's, so I had to get it. That amp won't work at all for the Mad Dogs though, since it's an OTL amp & the Mad Dogs are 32 ohm. I've heard good things about the Project Ember (And it's not too crazy expensive), which is why I decided to give it a shot.
> People rockin' the HE-400s: what are you driving them with, if anything?
HE400 < Self-built O2 < iPod Mini (128 Gig modded, x2, because it takes over 200 GB for my entire library in lossless format).
> People rockin' the HE-400s: what are you driving them with, if anything?
HE400 < Self-built O2 < iPod Mini (128 Gig modded, x2, because it takes over 200 GB for my entire library in lossless format).
Audio-GD NFB-10, overkill but it's great.
People rockin' the HE-400s: what are you driving them with, if anything?
Schiit vali/modi stack....sounds good, a little sibilant, hella uncomfortable compared to my Beyer DT 990 premium 600ohm.
recently bought an presonus hp4 so that people can use the home cinema when its late.Show Image(http://www.presonus.com/uploads/products/2078/mediabar/1/mediabar78.jpg)
http://www.presonus.com/products/hp4 (http://www.presonus.com/products/hp4)
recently bought an presonus hp4 so that people can use the home cinema when its late.Show Image(http://www.presonus.com/uploads/products/2078/mediabar/1/mediabar78.jpg)
http://www.presonus.com/products/hp4 (http://www.presonus.com/products/hp4)
Very nice! I'm a big fan of the Presonus gear, I've got a Central Station as a desktop headphone amp for when I want to switch back to digital. Super clear sound.
Nice! Do you have some kind of home studio? That isnt exactly a typical thing to have in your home.
Nice! Do you have some kind of home studio? That isnt exactly a typical thing to have in your home.
Not a home studio, but I do have a regular online game session with my friends in Texas, so I have a desk mike, a small mixer, and some other random gear. I actually got the Presonus based on reviews on the Head-fi.org forums, used units aren't too pricy on ebay. They got a bad rep for having bad power supplies, but I cobbled together a 3-into-1 PS that should outlast me. :p
When I was looking into digital audio options I also picked up a Behringer DEQ2496, which has a nice range of digital EQ tools. Since I am partially deaf in one ear (I can't hear upper registers very well), I use the equalizer to shape the audio feed before sending it to the Presonus for the headphone amp.
And then I got a tube amp and dedicated DAC, so I guess I've gone a bit overboard for desktop audio. ;D
Nice! what dac and tube amp are you using?
Debating which headphones to get ~100 for pc gaming, I use a clip on mic so a microphone isn't necessary I wanted to purchase the pro monitor headphones from Jaycar, but their site doesn't like my computer? I e-mailed them about my order saying I would purchase it if they could just do it up on my account for me properly, however no e-mail back in over 2 weeks so I gave up on them for the moment.
Any other ideas?
Debating which headphones to get ~100 for pc gaming, I use a clip on mic so a microphone isn't necessary I wanted to purchase the pro monitor headphones from Jaycar, but their site doesn't like my computer? I e-mailed them about my order saying I would purchase it if they could just do it up on my account for me properly, however no e-mail back in over 2 weeks so I gave up on them for the moment.
Any other ideas?
I've been very happy with the ATH M50's, those seem to be running around $120 (I got them on a X-Mas sale for $99). Conversely, I'd steer clear of the Turtle Beach offerings, my son got a pair as a gift and neither of us were impressed. Sound is really tubby, accentuating the bass but poor mid and high-range quality.
If you're open to trying some IEMs, I can unreservedly recommend the MEElectronics Sport-Fi M6 In-Ear Headphones. I got a pair of these to use while jogging, and I have to say they're so comfortable I find myself listening to them during throughout the day as well. And the price can't be beat; $18.99 at Amazon. :thumb:
Nothing too fancy like you guys, but I finally got my Audio Technica ATH-AD900X! Compared to my ATH-A900X, the openness is so airy. Love it! Only other pair of open headphones I had to compare was my Koss Ksc75. Now to burn them in slowly and over time :)
Will upload photos when opportunity arises.
Nothing too fancy like you guys, but I finally got my Audio Technica ATH-AD900X! Compared to my ATH-A900X, the openness is so airy. Love it! Only other pair of open headphones I had to compare was my Koss Ksc75. Now to burn them in slowly and over time :)
Will upload photos when opportunity arises.
Please take photos and don't claim burn-in exists! If anything it's mentally adjusting to the headphones.
beautiful pair of headphones
beautiful pair of headphones
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¡Delicioso!
inb4 GrubPhonz or GrubBudz.
beautiful pair of headphones
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I am looking into some IEMs recently, only listen to classical music. Price range $100~200 Any suggestions?Only listen to classical music? Etymotic ER4.
looking for some headphones, mainly classical with some electronic. Sub 100 perferably
Also need a cheap DAC to go with it
looking for some headphones, mainly classical with some electronic. Sub 100 perferably
Also need a cheap DAC to go with it
audiotechnica ath-m50's are on massdrop quite often in the price range your discussing.
I am looking into some IEMs recently, only listen to classical music. Price range $100~200 Any suggestions?Only listen to classical music? Etymotic ER4.
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My Beoplay H6 headset. I have a Schiit Stack (Magni;Modi) on the way. I have all that posted once they arrive.
Need a cheap dac to go with a sennheiser hd595, preferably under $75
Need a cheap dac to go with a sennheiser hd595, preferably under $75
for the money just spend a little more and grab an odac.
Need a cheap dac to go with a sennheiser hd595, preferably under $75
for the money just spend a little more and grab an odac.
What's the difference? I'm an audiophile noob
Need a cheap dac to go with a sennheiser hd595, preferably under $75
for the money just spend a little more and grab an odac.
What's the difference? I'm an audiophile noob
the difference in what? You also need a headphone amplifier to go with your DAC. DACs produce a line level output and the signal needs to be further amplified.
the odac is not much more expensive than $75 and it has benchmark level performance. That's why he suggested it to you. Go do some research.
Need a cheap dac to go with a sennheiser hd595, preferably under $75
for the money just spend a little more and grab an odac.
What's the difference? I'm an audiophile noob
Hello pacifist. I think you wonderd what the difference between an DAC and an ODAC is. DAC is a digital to analog converter and the ODAC is a product from mayflower electronics consisting of a dac and a headphone amplifier in one box. Sorry if I missinterpreted your answer.
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My Beoplay H6 headset. I have a Schiit Stack (Magni;Modi) on the way. I have all that posted once they arrive.
How is the comfort and weight with that headset?
I am looking into some IEMs recently, only listen to classical music. Price range $100~200 Any suggestions?Only listen to classical music? Etymotic ER4.
How about HF5, how are they compare to ER4?
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My Beoplay H6 headset. I have a Schiit Stack (Magni;Modi) on the way. I have all that posted once they arrive.
How is the comfort and weight with that headset?
So far, they're the most comfortable headphones I've worn. I wear glasses, so I usually need to worry about how the ear cups are going to press against the arms of my glasses, but with these headphones its a non-issue. The ear cups are lamb skin wrapped over memory foam, and the top strap is breathable mesh over more memory foam.
They are also pretty darn light, at 8.11oz (230g). I don't really mind wearing them for long periods of time. They're also great for travel since they're so light, and have inline audio controls.
Need a cheap dac to go with a sennheiser hd595, preferably under $75
for the money just spend a little more and grab an odac.
What's the difference? I'm an audiophile noob
the difference in what? You also need a headphone amplifier to go with your DAC. DACs produce a line level output and the signal needs to be further amplified.
the odac is not much more expensive than $75 and it has benchmark level performance. That's why he suggested it to you. Go do some research.
Hello pacifist. I think you wonderd what the difference between an DAC and an ODAC is. DAC is a digital to analog converter and the ODAC is a product from mayflower electronics consisting of a dac and a headphone amplifier in one box. Sorry if I missinterpreted your answer.
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My Beoplay H6 headset. I have a Schiit Stack (Magni;Modi) on the way. I have all that posted once they arrive.
How is the comfort and weight with that headset?
So far, they're the most comfortable headphones I've worn. I wear glasses, so I usually need to worry about how the ear cups are going to press against the arms of my glasses, but with these headphones its a non-issue. The ear cups are lamb skin wrapped over memory foam, and the top strap is breathable mesh over more memory foam.
They are also pretty darn light, at 8.11oz (230g). I don't really mind wearing them for long periods of time. They're also great for travel since they're so light, and have inline audio controls.
That's really not heavy and not light... sort of like that comfortable medium.
I like that you can remove the cable and use it in either ear. I believe those guys let you link two headphones together. Is that correct?
I am looking into some IEMs recently, only listen to classical music. Price range $100~200 Any suggestions?Only listen to classical music? Etymotic ER4.
How about HF5, how are they compare to ER4?
They are very comparable; not entirely on the same level in terms of clarity and detail, however they do boast the same sound signature and many people swear by them. They offer amazing isolation, especially once you get used to the triple flange tips; you can try out foam tips like Complys, but you might find it muddies up the sound a bit. One feature the HF5 lacks that I liked on my ER4 is the ability to remove and replace the cable. This was especially nice because the extremely deep insertion of the ER4 has made them rather notorious for microphonic feedback on the cable (rubbing on your shirt and such), though they do come with a shirt clip.
I opted for a softer aftermarket cable and it helped somewhat, but I've heard some say the newer versions have fixed this issue somewhat...not sure about the HF5 but I think it's much less of an issue. The ER4 comes with a couple different impedances I believe. Mine was the ER4B which really required an AMP to shine; playing it straight out my clipzip or ipod just didn't give it enough oomph. I think you'd be fine without one on the HF5.
Hope some of that helps.
Awesome, don't be afraid to lodge them deep into your ear canals. Etymotic even has an instructional on proper insertion. Lots of people will say they hate them at first because they didn't get a proper seal. It will be uncomfortable at first, but you'll get used to it.
Thank you very much! I bought a pair of used hf5, very eager to see what they can offer!
Awesome, don't be afraid to lodge them deep into your ear canals. Etymotic even has an instructional on proper insertion. Lots of people will say they hate them at first because they didn't get a proper seal. It will be uncomfortable at first, but you'll get used to it.
Thank you very much! I bought a pair of used hf5, very eager to see what they can offer!
Awesome, don't be afraid to lodge them deep into your ear canals. Etymotic even has an instructional on proper insertion. Lots of people will say they hate them at first because they didn't get a proper seal. It will be uncomfortable at first, but you'll get used to it.
Thank you very much! I bought a pair of used hf5, very eager to see what they can offer!
How much an upgrade would you say is from HF5 to ER4? I read that ER4S and ER4P are very different in terms of sound signature.
Nothing too fancy like you guys, but I finally got my Audio Technica ATH-AD900X! Compared to my ATH-A900X, the openness is so airy. Love it! Only other pair of open headphones I had to compare was my Koss Ksc75. Now to burn them in slowly and over time :)
Will upload photos when opportunity arises.
Please take photos and don't claim burn-in exists! If anything it's mentally adjusting to the headphones.
got my 595's today, open back headphones are so different
Awesome, don't be afraid to lodge them deep into your ear canals. Etymotic even has an instructional on proper insertion. Lots of people will say they hate them at first because they didn't get a proper seal. It will be uncomfortable at first, but you'll get used to it.
Thank you very much! I bought a pair of used hf5, very eager to see what they can offer!
How much an upgrade would you say is from HF5 to ER4? I read that ER4S and ER4P are very different in terms of sound signature.
I can't give you much advice on that because it has been a long time since I owned the ER4, and I only briefly listened to an HF5. However, planx wrote up a pretty good comparison of the two over on head-fi.org here. (http://www.head-fi.org/t/598267/review-etymotic-hf5-or-the-er-4s)
Nothing too fancy like you guys, but I finally got my Audio Technica ATH-AD900X! Compared to my ATH-A900X, the openness is so airy. Love it! Only other pair of open headphones I had to compare was my Koss Ksc75. Now to burn them in slowly and over time :)
Will upload photos when opportunity arises.
Please take photos and don't claim burn-in exists! If anything it's mentally adjusting to the headphones.
Sorry it took so long but I only got back home two days ago :D As promised:
I love how you can see inside, and the chrome finish!Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/TV4HK5d.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/G8N8yr6.jpg)
My Audio Technica family! ATH-AD900X, ATH-A900X, and ATH-M50 :cool:Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/mlGu72y.jpg)
Nothing too fancy like you guys, but I finally got my Audio Technica ATH-AD900X! Compared to my ATH-A900X, the openness is so airy. Love it! Only other pair of open headphones I had to compare was my Koss Ksc75. Now to burn them in slowly and over time :)
Will upload photos when opportunity arises.
Please take photos and don't claim burn-in exists! If anything it's mentally adjusting to the headphones.
Sorry it took so long but I only got back home two days ago :D As promised:
I love how you can see inside, and the chrome finish!Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/TV4HK5d.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/G8N8yr6.jpg)
My Audio Technica family! ATH-AD900X, ATH-A900X, and ATH-M50 :cool:Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/mlGu72y.jpg)
My brother also has the ATH-AD900x! They are very laid-back, but exceptional on vocal representation!
I upgraded my Alessandro MS-1 to the modded MS-1000. I have to say the improvement is absolutely amazing. The sound signature has mellowed out even more from the characteristic grado and it works for practically any type of music. I've gone from Hardcore to Rock to Trance to Classical to Pop to a gentle Piano Ballard without any problem. And the soundstage is amazing, I've never heard a soundstage this big before from any headphones.
Highly recommend anyone who has one to do the mod (I've heard applying the same mod to the MS-Pro puts it on the same class as the most expensive high end headphones as well). Fundamentally it's putting a distancer on the drivers and replacing the pads with the large GS1000 pads. There's quite a few details on how to make the distancer though so I just 3D printed it with all the necessary holes and measurements.
I just really hate the Grado construction!
I just really hate the Grado construction!
Have you tried L-cushion or even G-cushion, and a beyerish headband wrap?
I don't think I've ever had any issues with my SR60, other than twisted cable, where it enters the cans. That's easily solved by detacheable cable mod though. The headband is rather uncomfortable by default, but again, no problem with the cushion wrap, and then it's easy to add something to make it sturdier as well. Not sure about the rods though—my 5-year-old pair is like new and very solid in this regard.
I don't think I've ever had any issues with my SR60, other than twisted cable, where it enters the cans. That's easily solved by detacheable cable mod though. The headband is rather uncomfortable by default, but again, no problem with the cushion wrap, and then it's easy to add something to make it sturdier as well. Not sure about the rods though—my 5-year-old pair is like new and very solid in this regard.
a matter of personal preference—for example, grados feel almost better than the ATH-AD* design (often recommended for superior comfort) on my head.
Actually, it's okay with the fit&comfort mod (http://www.head-fi.org/t/505053/audio-technica-ath-ad700-fit-and-comfort-mod). Otherwise, I get barely any seal at the temples, but my ears still get very hot.
I'm weird though. I like tight headphones like HD 25 and I didn't mind DT770M either.
I've recently moved to CIEMs on the go, and high end speakers for the desk. I think I'm going to sell all my headphones, never really liked wearing them anyway. HD-650, HD800, HE-500, and some Mad Dogs. They were nice while they lasted, but speakers are just so much more convenient and my head doesn't get hot in this summer heat. And when it's cold, I can wear my hood :)
a matter of personal preference—for example, grados feel almost better than the ATH-AD* design (often recommended for superior comfort) on my head.
I can definitely understand this point. The Audio Technica wing support was designed for larger and rounder head shapes (luckily I'm an Asian with a big head LOL). I can only imagine this system being loose and large on smaller and thinner heads.
a matter of personal preference—for example, grados feel almost better than the ATH-AD* design (often recommended for superior comfort) on my head.
I can definitely understand this point. The Audio Technica wing support was designed for larger and rounder head shapes (luckily I'm an Asian with a big head LOL). I can only imagine this system being loose and large on smaller and thinner heads.
My sr-60s are a ****ton more comfortable than my akg 701s, my scalp has literally molded to the shape of the headband.
I hope you don't mind someone asking for suggestions. It's pretty difficult to do a search since it seems like such a subjective area.
Anyways, I'm considering purchasing some new headphones to go with my recently purchased Schiit Magni/Modi. I primarily listen to EDM but listen to other genres. Female vocals are also nice from time to time. Comfort is also very important. Any suggestions?
I hope you don't mind someone asking for suggestions. It's pretty difficult to do a search since it seems like such a subjective area.
Anyways, I'm considering purchasing some new headphones to go with my recently purchased Schiit Magni/Modi. I primarily listen to EDM but listen to other genres. Female vocals are also nice from time to time. Comfort is also very important. Any suggestions?
That is a fair point. I will say that getting a DAC+amp removed the annoying audio issues my soundcard and onboard had.
I do have a bit of spare cash so 300 is doable. I'm open to suggestions if you really think they are worth it :)
That is a fair point. I will say that getting a DAC+amp removed the annoying audio issues my soundcard and onboard had.
I do have a bit of spare cash so 300 is doable. I'm open to suggestions if you really think they are worth it :)
Beyerdynamic Dt770s, MrSpeakers MadDogs, are a few. I am drawing a bit of a blank unfortunately. Check out, and post in the weekly buying advice thread. Just post all of your info that you can think of, and they will help you out. :) http://www.reddit.com/r/headphones (http://www.reddit.com/r/headphones)
That is a fair point. I will say that getting a DAC+amp removed the annoying audio issues my soundcard and onboard had.
I do have a bit of spare cash so 300 is doable. I'm open to suggestions if you really think they are worth it :)
Beyerdynamic Dt770s, MrSpeakers MadDogs, are a few. I am drawing a bit of a blank unfortunately. Check out, and post in the weekly buying advice thread. Just post all of your info that you can think of, and they will help you out. :) http://www.reddit.com/r/headphones (http://www.reddit.com/r/headphones)
Thanks for the advice byker. :thumb:
The Beyerdynamic's look great. I saw some people post pictures of them and thought they looked super comfy but assumed they were only open eared. I think I might have to get those if I don't find anything else. I'll be sure to check out the subreddit.
Quick question: Am I correct in saying that the higher ohm versions will allow me to use more of the amp's volume knob? I believe they require more power to get the same volume and that is why they are difficult to drive from phones and other portable devices. Right now my 45Ohm headphones get really loud really quick. So I use fine turning.
Open headphones are amazing. Sounds sound so real and its screwing with my head a lot
I think it happens with any decent headphone, I haven't tried any good open headphones yet but even my dt770s freak me the f out sometimes with how real stuff sounds. I think dead space 1, at night, in a dark room with these headphones on would make me want to cry.Lol I just installed and started up Dead Space again last night (first played but never finished on Xbox) and even with my Sennheiser HD280s it was freaking me out.... I'm real curious how the open AKG Q701s will sound as I've never had open headphones before and I read they have really great soundstage - but knowing Massdrop I'll be waiting a while to find out :))
I ended up choosing the Beyer dt770's because they are considered decent sounding cans, with a very comfortable and sturdy design. These things just arrived today and I have to say, hot d*mn these things have a lot more bass then my old headphones (maybe even a little too much at times). They do live up to there expectations in comfort, and are very isolating. From the few songs I have played so far I am really enjoying the sound. Everything is so quiet when I pause the music...Nice good to hear. :) Yeah that is my only complaint with my beyers, I may end up doing a detachable cable mod later too!
Edit: I might also mod these things to have a detachable cable later. We will see. It will be nice to have replaceable straps, pads, and cables, then the only real point of failure is the driver itself. I hope these things will last me for a very long time (Unless I end up upgrading later).
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I ended up choosing the Beyer dt770's because they are considered decent sounding cans, with a very comfortable and sturdy design. These things just arrived today and I have to say, hot d*mn these things have a lot more bass then my old headphones (maybe even a little too much at times). They do live up to there expectations in comfort, and are very isolating. From the few songs I have played so far I am really enjoying the sound. Everything is so quiet when I pause the music...
Edit: I might also mod these things to have a detachable cable later. We will see. It will be nice to have replaceable straps, pads, and cables, then the only real point of failure is the driver itself. I hope these things will last me for a very long time (Unless I end up upgrading later).
I think it happens with any decent headphone, I haven't tried any good open headphones yet but even my dt770s freak me the f out sometimes with how real stuff sounds. I think dead space 1, at night, in a dark room with these headphones on would make me want to cry.
Nice good to hear. :) Yeah that is my only complaint with my beyers, I may end up doing a detachable cable mod later too!
Nice good to hear. :) Yeah that is my only complaint with my beyers, I may end up doing a detachable cable mod later too!
You just need a female 3.5mm jack, some wire and soldering skills, and some cajones to open up your expensive headphones. There are a few threads/websites that talk about the process.
Nice good to hear. :) Yeah that is my only complaint with my beyers, I may end up doing a detachable cable mod later too!
You just need a female 3.5mm jack, some wire and soldering skills, and some cajones to open up your expensive headphones. There are a few threads/websites that talk about the process.
Yeah I know how simple it is, but I don't want to ruin them! Haha
Nice good to hear. :) Yeah that is my only complaint with my beyers, I may end up doing a detachable cable mod later too!
You just need a female 3.5mm jack, some wire and soldering skills, and some cajones to open up your expensive headphones. There are a few threads/websites that talk about the process.
Yeah I know how simple it is, but I don't want to ruin them! Haha
The biggest concern with the 770s is finding either a jack that covers the rectangle left by the stress relief piece or using something to seal that hole left behind when you move the jack to a different spot.
I used a bit of black 2 part urethane that matched the shell color nicely, but you could theoretically use like black hot glue, too.
Or you could send it to someone that can mod them.
Nice good to hear. :) Yeah that is my only complaint with my beyers, I may end up doing a detachable cable mod later too!
You just need a female 3.5mm jack, some wire and soldering skills, and some cajones to open up your expensive headphones. There are a few threads/websites that talk about the process.
Yeah I know how simple it is, but I don't want to ruin them! Haha
The biggest concern with the 770s is finding either a jack that covers the rectangle left by the stress relief piece or using something to seal that hole left behind when you move the jack to a different spot.
I used a bit of black 2 part urethane that matched the shell color nicely, but you could theoretically use like black hot glue, too.
Or you could send it to someone that can mod them.
I have the 990s, would that information still be useful? I assume they are very similar in design.
fyi, I just saw that the Beyerdynamic DT770 80 Ohm headphones are on Massdrop for $199.99, down to $169.99 if 30 are purchased. For some reason it is a short duration drop and has only one day left.
I've been needing a closed pair of headphones for work, and from reading comments here and elsewhere, these look like a good set in terms of comfort and sound.
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/beyerdynamic-dt770
fyi, I just saw that the Beyerdynamic DT770 80 Ohm headphones are on Massdrop for $199.99, down to $169.99 if 30 are purchased. For some reason it is a short duration drop and has only one day left.
I've been needing a closed pair of headphones for work, and from reading comments here and elsewhere, these look like a good set in terms of comfort and sound.
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/beyerdynamic-dt770
Go on! Just buy them. They are really good.
fyi, I just saw that the Beyerdynamic DT770 80 Ohm headphones are on Massdrop for $199.99, down to $169.99 if 30 are purchased. For some reason it is a short duration drop and has only one day left.
I've been needing a closed pair of headphones for work, and from reading comments here and elsewhere, these look like a good set in terms of comfort and sound.
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/beyerdynamic-dt770
Go on! Just buy them. They are really good.
Thanks man for confirming! I joined up, but there are still not enough people. Too bad no one apparently knew about this short drop until a day before it ends.
fyi, I just saw that the Beyerdynamic DT770 80 Ohm headphones are on Massdrop for $199.99, down to $169.99 if 30 are purchased. For some reason it is a short duration drop and has only one day left.
I've been needing a closed pair of headphones for work, and from reading comments here and elsewhere, these look like a good set in terms of comfort and sound.
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/beyerdynamic-dt770
Go on! Just buy them. They are really good.
Thanks man for confirming! I joined up, but there are still not enough people. Too bad no one apparently knew about this short drop until a day before it ends.
Yeah I only saw them now. I am really tempted as I love my 990s, and would love a pair to use on the bus, library, work, school.
fyi, I just saw that the Beyerdynamic DT770 80 Ohm headphones are on Massdrop for $199.99, down to $169.99 if 30 are purchased. For some reason it is a short duration drop and has only one day left.
I've been needing a closed pair of headphones for work, and from reading comments here and elsewhere, these look like a good set in terms of comfort and sound.
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/beyerdynamic-dt770
Go on! Just buy them. They are really good.
Thanks man for confirming! I joined up, but there are still not enough people. Too bad no one apparently knew about this short drop until a day before it ends.
Yeah I only saw them now. I am really tempted as I love my 990s, and would love a pair to use on the bus, library, work, school.
I don't know if Massdrop does extensions, but I just emailed support asking for one since this drop was not publicized via their email announcements besides the "one day left" announcement.
Also, here's a link for the drop that doesn't require login to view:
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/beyerdynamic-dt770?mode=guest_open
Are the Aune T1 MK2 Headphone amps any good?? It's currently up on Massdrop and I'm considering it as a possible option?
I can honestly only recommend the Magni+Modi stack, for the price the build and sound quality is amazing. :) My biggest complaint is the lveack of variable gain on the Magni, but on a 99$ headphone amp I get why.
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5579/14634125606_96396e924f_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/oiaHGs)IMG_1906.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oiaHGs) by tjcaustin (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickrfuuuuuuck
Modded to balanced connection, metal pieces powder coated, earpads replaced. Sounds good, might be my second ranked set currently.
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5579/14634125606_96396e924f_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/oiaHGs)IMG_1906.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oiaHGs) by tjcaustin (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr
Modded to balanced connection, metal pieces powder coated, earpads replaced. Sounds good, might be my second ranked set currently.
Beyerdynamic custom one pro(my experience):
Very comfortable
Replaceable cable(3,5 mm jack)
Replaceable pads
mic as optional accessory.
Easy to power at 16 ohm
Solid build quality
http://europe.beyerdynamic.com/custom/ (http://europe.beyerdynamic.com/custom/)
Is fiio E10K good? http://www.amazon.com/FiiO-E10K-Headphone-Amplifier-Black/dp/B00LP3AMC2
Is fiio E10K good? http://www.amazon.com/FiiO-E10K-Headphone-Amplifier-Black/dp/B00LP3AMC2
My old Sennheisers are giving up. Unfortunately, they only sell replacement pads for a select few model and not mine. I am looking for a new pair. I will also be getting rid of my 02+ODAC as the constant driver issues audio stack malfunctions in windows are driving me insane. I will probably be going back to my Essence STX card for now.
Features I'd like in a pair of headphones:
-Replaceable standard cable, ie a cable which can be detached at the headphone end with a non-proprietary plug. (This is nifty as it allows me to use the same headphones for voip when I need them to, by easily attaching a mic. There are many examples of people attaching mics to their headphones. I just attach my mic to a very small 3.5mm to 3.5mm adapter and put it that adapter where the cable meets the headphone.)
-Replaceable pads, makes them last so much longer.
-Circumaural, personal preference.
Any recommendations? I am looking for something in the $100-150 range.
Just bought a beyerdynamic T1! Amazing headphones!Show Image(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-2w8NNU2dLGM/T3cPUotmX7I/AAAAAAAAAHw/hcBXStxh-AI/s640/Beyerdynamic+T1.jpg)
Will take some pictures when I get home.
After a lot of waiting, I picked up a secondhand Sennheiser HD25-1 II.
They're very analytical (which I adore) and more revealing of source than the ATH-M50 or SR60i. They're also more comfortable that I'd expected.
I'm looking forward to swapping out the steel cable for a copper one to see if that will help tighten up the lower end.
After a lot of waiting, I picked up a secondhand Sennheiser HD25-1 II.
They're very analytical (which I adore) and more revealing of source than the ATH-M50 or SR60i. They're also more comfortable that I'd expected.
I'm looking forward to swapping out the steel cable for a copper one to see if that will help tighten up the lower end.
the fact that they use steel cables is horrific. Probably copper plated
Got these cheap yesterday:
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3845/14824681763_b5c21a2ad2_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/oA1npr)IMG_1924.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oA1npr) by tjcaustin (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr
Parts are already ordered to repair, going to get the leather headband replaced with something topgrain, alpha pads and probably some nice black/white ebony wood cups, too. Got some grados that I'm planning similar mods to, save ps earpads vs alphas.
Got these cheap yesterday:
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3845/14824681763_b5c21a2ad2_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/oA1npr)IMG_1924.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oA1npr) by tjcaustin (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr
Parts are already ordered to repair, going to get the leather headband replaced with something topgrain, alpha pads and probably some nice black/white ebony wood cups, too. Got some grados that I'm planning similar mods to, save ps earpads vs alphas.
Looks like a very involved project tjcaustin, should be fun. Are you going to keep a log of your progress by chance?
Never noticed that, and I go running with mine... although I have the 600- Ohm version, recabled as well.After a lot of waiting, I picked up a secondhand Sennheiser HD25-1 II.
They're very analytical (which I adore) and more revealing of source than the ATH-M50 or SR60i. They're also more comfortable that I'd expected.
I'm looking forward to swapping out the steel cable for a copper one to see if that will help tighten up the lower end.
the fact that they use steel cables is horrific. Probably copper plated
I'm pretty sure Sennheiser did this on other mid and upper-tier products of theirs, not cool at all. At least aftermarket cables are readily available and easy to install.
Another thing that surprised me was that the HD25s still have microphonics issues. They 'solved' this in the HD26, but I honestly didn't think this product line's design could get even less elegant..
I love my ad700's for csgo :)
Hey Guys!
I'm sorry if this topic has already been discussed in this thread, but I was recently given a pair of Beyerdynamic DT 990 600 Ohm headphones by a relative of mine as a birthday gift, unfortunately I don't have any amp at the moment to properly run these beasts. Would you guys have any recommendations for a good, but not too expensive amp I should look into? These are my first pair of high end headphones and I'm really excited to use them to their full potential!
Thanks!! :cool:Hey Guys!
I'm sorry if this topic has already been discussed in this thread, but I was recently given a pair of Beyerdynamic DT 990 600 Ohm headphones by a relative of mine as a birthday gift, unfortunately I don't have any amp at the moment to properly run these beasts. Would you guys have any recommendations for a good, but not too expensive amp I should look into? These are my first pair of high end headphones and I'm really excited to use them to their full potential!
http://schiit.com/products/magni (http://schiit.com/products/magni), aune T1, new monoprice amp.
Thanks!! :cool:Hey Guys!
I'm sorry if this topic has already been discussed in this thread, but I was recently given a pair of Beyerdynamic DT 990 600 Ohm headphones by a relative of mine as a birthday gift, unfortunately I don't have any amp at the moment to properly run these beasts. Would you guys have any recommendations for a good, but not too expensive amp I should look into? These are my first pair of high end headphones and I'm really excited to use them to their full potential!
http://schiit.com/products/magni (http://schiit.com/products/magni), aune T1, new monoprice amp.
With beyer anything I would prefer a Schiit Vali for a cheap really good option.
I've had the Hifiman HE-560 for the last week or so and they are really quite astounding. Airy like a good dynamic yet wonderfully layered and textured bass.
With beyer anything I would prefer a Schiit Vali for a cheap really good option.
I've had the Hifiman HE-560 for the last week or so and they are really quite astounding. Airy like a good dynamic yet wonderfully layered and textured bass.
I have not owned them but listened to them quite extensively and for me they are worth it over the 500 for sure. The bass one the HE-500 is a lot more one-notish and treble wasnt as detailed and extended. The comfort is the main factor for me as I have a small head and find most planars pretty uncomfortable. I sold my LCD-2 because I could not wear them for longer periods of time and the HE-500 was in the same ballpark. The HE-560 is in another league in comfort.With beyer anything I would prefer a Schiit Vali for a cheap really good option.
I've had the Hifiman HE-560 for the last week or so and they are really quite astounding. Airy like a good dynamic yet wonderfully layered and textured bass.
Have you had a chance to listen to the HE-500s? If so, do you think the 560 are worth the extra ~$300?
Holy ****. Your avatar is actually you!I think I have heard this someplace before.
Holy ****, you actually look like your avatar.
I have not owned them but listened to them quite extensively and for me they are worth it over the 500 for sure. The bass one the HE-500 is a lot more one-notish and treble wasnt as detailed and extended. The comfort is the main factor for me as I have a small head and find most planars pretty uncomfortable. I sold my LCD-2 because I could not wear them for longer periods of time and the HE-500 was in the same ballpark. The HE-560 is in another league in comfort.With beyer anything I would prefer a Schiit Vali for a cheap really good option.
I've had the Hifiman HE-560 for the last week or so and they are really quite astounding. Airy like a good dynamic yet wonderfully layered and textured bass.
Have you had a chance to listen to the HE-500s? If so, do you think the 560 are worth the extra ~$300?
Technically I find the HE-560 a step or two above the 500 but it is also a matter of sound signature. Some might prefer the 500 for its warmer sound.
Hey guys,
I need new headphones (mainly for gaming).
Would you recommend this offer or can I get something better for that money?
akg-q701 (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/akg-q701-audiophile-headphones?mode=guest_open&utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Massdrop%20-%20Master&utm_campaign=Product%20Announcement%202014-08-20)
Well currently I own the JH Roxanne Universal fit
(http://www.moon-audio.com/jh-audio-sirens-series-roxanne-universal-iem.html)
which I use for portable reasons.
To go with that I have an AK120 on the way (recently sold my Fiio X5)
(http://www.amazon.com/Astell-Kern-Mastering-Quality-Portable/dp/B00D648BDA)
At home I have a pair of Audio Technica W3000anv that I cherish as a beautiful piece that sounds absolutely magical on some parts but unfortunately to make funds for a Noble Kaiser 10 I've put these up for sale =(
http://www.audio-technica.com/cms/headphones/3c552629c6cf881d/index.html
Previously owned headphones:
Philips Citiscape Downtown
Alpha Dogs
NAD Viso HP50
Fostex TH900
Chord And Major Rock
Stax SR407
Sennheiser HD700
Final Audio FI-BA-SS
Audio Technica ESW11LTD
Stax SR007mk2
Hifiman HE6
Sennheiser HD800
Shure SE535
Audeze LCD2r1
Beyerdynamic T5p
Shure SE425
AKG Q701
Sony XB500
Bowers and Wilkins P5
Grado SR325i
Sennheiser Momentum
And if I haven't owned it I probably demoed it at some point!
How do you like the se425s? I am considering them as my next headphone purchase. Needed some nice IEMs for years now.
My Q701s, I was worried they'd look too dull in black but they look quite niceShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/it0ZRW9.jpg)
And my new headphone standShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/kPvvWzN.jpg)
I don't know if I dare put my Q701s or Beyer COPs on it because tension, so if anyone can give me some advice on that I'd appreciate it.
I've owned a pair of Sony MDR-7506s for about 12 years and ignored most of the recent upsurge in headphone technology figuring that it was mostly hype. Then a friend of mine got a DAC off of Massdrop and I gave it a listen this weekend and was suitably impressed. So, I just bought a Schitt Magni/Modi (http://schiit.com/products/modi) stack and waiting for it to arrive. :))
I wouldn't call myself an audiophile by a long shot, but I do listen to a lot of music at the office so I figured it'd be a nice step up from the default audio out from my Macbook Air.
I've owned a pair of Sony MDR-7506s for about 12 years and ignored most of the recent upsurge in headphone technology figuring that it was mostly hype. Then a friend of mine got a DAC off of Massdrop and I gave it a listen this weekend and was suitably impressed. So, I just bought a Schitt Magni/Modi (http://schiit.com/products/modi) stack and waiting for it to arrive. :))
I wouldn't call myself an audiophile by a long shot, but I do listen to a lot of music at the office so I figured it'd be a nice step up from the default audio out from my Macbook Air.
One of us, one of us. Also, those V6s are still in production and fairly well regarded, too. So high five on that.
However, when you come up to Nashville, feel free to school me on ways that I could improve my setup. :thumb:
One of us, one of us. Also, those V6s are still in production and fairly well regarded, too. So high five on that.
Thanks Klaxbro! I figure I'll upgrade at some point in the future, but they've been good cans for me.
However, when you come up to Nashville, feel free to school me on ways that I could improve my setup. :thumb:
these are pretty magical :dShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/t4sg1BL.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/ByRxq3h.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/0rfybPE.jpg?1)
these are pretty magical :dShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/t4sg1BL.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/ByRxq3h.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/0rfybPE.jpg?1)
I should take a pic of my current stuff...
I should take a pic of my current stuff...
do it
I should take a pic of my current stuff...
do it
Don't tell him what to do.
I should take a pic of my current stuff...
do it
Don't tell him what to do.
bro do you even do what to tell don't him?
I should take a pic of my current stuff...
do it
Don't tell him what to do.
bro do you even do what to tell don't him?
I would agree that the mailbox DID look good in that scenario, but no I wouldn't necessarily say that it worked out great for me. Na mean?
these are pretty magical :dReppin He-560 I see, I did the grill mod for mine and its nice but small improvement.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/t4sg1BL.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/ByRxq3h.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/0rfybPE.jpg?1)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3846/15212298985_fb13ea4a5c_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pbg1uZ)
DSC00015.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pbg1uZ) by tjcaustin (https://www.flickr.com/people/20887387@N06/), on FlickrShow Image(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3846/15212298985_fb13ea4a5c_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pbg1uZ)
Will probably sell these soon (sr225i with vibro labs cups and G cush) -
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5596/15189270706_5a506d29b0_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/p9dYZG)DSC00014.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/p9dYZG) by tjcaustin (https://www.flickr.com/people/20887387@N06/), on Flickr
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Will probably sell these soon (sr225i with vibro labs cups and G cush) -
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Th900 are truly stunning, one of my favorite headphones and to my eyes the nicest aesthetically speaking
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5596/15189270706_5a506d29b0_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/p9dYZG)DSC00014.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/p9dYZG) by tjcaustin (https://www.flickr.com/people/20887387@N06/), on Flickr
DSC00015.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pbg1uZ) by tjcaustin (https://www.flickr.com/people/20887387@N06/), on FlickrShow Image(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3846/15212298985_fb13ea4a5c_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pbg1uZ)
Will probably sell these soon (sr225i with vibro labs cups and G cush) -
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5596/15189270706_5a506d29b0_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/p9dYZG)DSC00014.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/p9dYZG) by tjcaustin (https://www.flickr.com/people/20887387@N06/), on Flickr
Th900 are truly stunning, one of my favorite headphones and to my eyes the nicest aesthetically speaking
I only wish I'd gotten them earlier. TH900 for inside, jh13pro outside, I'm done.
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5596/15189270706_5a506d29b0_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/p9dYZG)DSC00014.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/p9dYZG) by tjcaustin (https://www.flickr.com/people/20887387@N06/), on Flickr
Oh god... these are so sexy... Mmmfff.
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Oh god... these are so sexy... Mmmfff.
And they don't sound bad either. Like if I found a stupid deal on ps500s, I might pick up a pair based on how these turned out.
DSC00015.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pbg1uZ) by tjcaustin (https://www.flickr.com/people/20887387@N06/), on FlickrShow Image(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3846/15212298985_fb13ea4a5c_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pbg1uZ)
Will probably sell these soon (sr225i with vibro labs cups and G cush) -
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5596/15189270706_5a506d29b0_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/p9dYZG)DSC00014.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/p9dYZG) by tjcaustin (https://www.flickr.com/people/20887387@N06/), on Flickr
Th900 are truly stunning, one of my favorite headphones and to my eyes the nicest aesthetically speaking
I only wish I'd gotten them earlier. TH900 for inside, jh13pro outside, I'm done.
Good matches for sure!
Right now I have the Roxannes for outside and W3000anv for inside. I sold the Th900 to get the W3000anv and I'm not particularly sure it was even worth it. More of a side step (though they are the same price and both are closed back so it's understandable).
Though at the same time it's the experience along with it.
BTW are you enjoying your MDR10RBT yet?
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5596/15189270706_5a506d29b0_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/p9dYZG)DSC00014.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/p9dYZG) by tjcaustin (https://www.flickr.com/people/20887387@N06/), on Flickr
Oh god... these are so sexy... Mmmfff.
Good deals are great! I got some HE400 for $100 shipped to my house. A guy on reddit was cleaning house on stuff and he said they were too heavy for him.
When I was first getting into headphones, I picked up some HD 558 for $75, which was decent at the time.
I would really love to get some HD700s. Where did you score them for $300?
Good deals are great! I got some HE400 for $100 shipped to my house. A guy on reddit was cleaning house on stuff and he said they were too heavy for him.
When I was first getting into headphones, I picked up some HD 558 for $75, which was decent at the time.
I would really love to get some HD700s. Where did you score them for $300?
Anyone have some good bluetooth headphones to recommend?
Anyone have some good bluetooth headphones to recommend?
tj has some for sale right now. they look to have pretty good reviews.
http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=61815.0
tj legit as **** too. sucks at CS, but he's legit.
Really? I have the HD 600 right now and a buddy of mine has the HD 700. I would, in a heartbeat, trade up for them. They're really a splendid set of headphones in my opinion. What did you not like about them?Good deals are great! I got some HE400 for $100 shipped to my house. A guy on reddit was cleaning house on stuff and he said they were too heavy for him.
When I was first getting into headphones, I picked up some HD 558 for $75, which was decent at the time.
I would really love to get some HD700s. Where did you score them for $300?
Luck :P
But I hated them (hd7000)
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Really? I have the HD 600 right now and a buddy of mine has the HD 700. I would, in a heartbeat, trade up for them. They're really a splendid set of headphones in my opinion. What did you not like about them?Good deals are great! I got some HE400 for $100 shipped to my house. A guy on reddit was cleaning house on stuff and he said they were too heavy for him.
When I was first getting into headphones, I picked up some HD 558 for $75, which was decent at the time.
I would really love to get some HD700s. Where did you score them for $300?
Luck :P
But I hated them (hd7000)
Having some issues with my Denon AH D-5000's. I've had them for about 3-4 years, but in the past week or so the left side has been gradually getting quieter and quieter. It's been a slow process, and at first I thought I was imagining it or something, but now the volume difference between the right and left are extremely noticeable. About half the volume of the right side, and I think it's getting lower everyday.
Anyone have any ideas as to what's going on here, because my Denon's are by far my favorite headphones and I'd like to do anything I can to save them if the driver is failing. It might be something wrong with the cord connection internally, but I have not opened them up to check.
Any insight would be appreciated.
Having some issues with my Denon AH D-5000's. I've had them for about 3-4 years, but in the past week or so the left side has been gradually getting quieter and quieter. It's been a slow process, and at first I thought I was imagining it or something, but now the volume difference between the right and left are extremely noticeable. About half the volume of the right side, and I think it's getting lower everyday.
Anyone have any ideas as to what's going on here, because my Denon's are by far my favorite headphones and I'd like to do anything I can to save them if the driver is failing. It might be something wrong with the cord connection internally, but I have not opened them up to check.
Any insight would be appreciated.
My guess is also that its the cord. Does anything happen if you wiggle the contact? If nothing happens you should open them as you said.
Having some issues with my Denon AH D-5000's. I've had them for about 3-4 years, but in the past week or so the left side has been gradually getting quieter and quieter. It's been a slow process, and at first I thought I was imagining it or something, but now the volume difference between the right and left are extremely noticeable. About half the volume of the right side, and I think it's getting lower everyday.
Anyone have any ideas as to what's going on here, because my Denon's are by far my favorite headphones and I'd like to do anything I can to save them if the driver is failing. It might be something wrong with the cord connection internally, but I have not opened them up to check.
Any insight would be appreciated.
My guess is also that its the cord. Does anything happen if you wiggle the contact? If nothing happens you should open them as you said.
No changes when I wiggle or push the cord in where it meets the headphone, or when adjusting any of jacks. The problem is I'm not savvy on audio equipment internals and don't want to potentially damage $500 headphones that aren't being made anymore without knowing what to do.
Having some issues with my Denon AH D-5000's. I've had them for about 3-4 years, but in the past week or so the left side has been gradually getting quieter and quieter. It's been a slow process, and at first I thought I was imagining it or something, but now the volume difference between the right and left are extremely noticeable. About half the volume of the right side, and I think it's getting lower everyday.
Anyone have any ideas as to what's going on here, because my Denon's are by far my favorite headphones and I'd like to do anything I can to save them if the driver is failing. It might be something wrong with the cord connection internally, but I have not opened them up to check.
Any insight would be appreciated.
My guess is also that its the cord. Does anything happen if you wiggle the contact? If nothing happens you should open them as you said.
No changes when I wiggle or push the cord in where it meets the headphone, or when adjusting any of jacks. The problem is I'm not savvy on audio equipment internals and don't want to potentially damage $500 headphones that aren't being made anymore without knowing what to do.
If it's something in the internals then you're really stuck.
While listening to them, starting from the jack, work your way up the cable doing a few twists here and there to see if anything changes while you do thus. I also assume you have but to rule out faulty source equipment have you tried it with another device?
Really? I have the HD 600 right now and a buddy of mine has the HD 700. I would, in a heartbeat, trade up for them. They're really a splendid set of headphones in my opinion. What did you not like about them?Good deals are great! I got some HE400 for $100 shipped to my house. A guy on reddit was cleaning house on stuff and he said they were too heavy for him.
When I was first getting into headphones, I picked up some HD 558 for $75, which was decent at the time.
I would really love to get some HD700s. Where did you score them for $300?
Luck :P
But I hated them (hd7000)
The HD800s are just leagues ahead of the HD700.
The HD800 sounds like a high end while the 700 sounds like a middle end
Having some issues with my Denon AH D-5000's. I've had them for about 3-4 years, but in the past week or so the left side has been gradually getting quieter and quieter. It's been a slow process, and at first I thought I was imagining it or something, but now the volume difference between the right and left are extremely noticeable. About half the volume of the right side, and I think it's getting lower everyday.
Anyone have any ideas as to what's going on here, because my Denon's are by far my favorite headphones and I'd like to do anything I can to save them if the driver is failing. It might be something wrong with the cord connection internally, but I have not opened them up to check.
Any insight would be appreciated.
My guess is also that its the cord. Does anything happen if you wiggle the contact? If nothing happens you should open them as you said.
No changes when I wiggle or push the cord in where it meets the headphone, or when adjusting any of jacks. The problem is I'm not savvy on audio equipment internals and don't want to potentially damage $500 headphones that aren't being made anymore without knowing what to do.
If it's something in the internals then you're really stuck.
While listening to them, starting from the jack, work your way up the cable doing a few twists here and there to see if anything changes while you do thus. I also assume you have but to rule out faulty source equipment have you tried it with another device?
Yes, it's definitely not the the amps. I've tested the Denon's on both my O2 and Lyr with the same low volume in the left headset. Subsequently, my LCD's work fine with both amps.
I'm pondering this service: http://www.headphone.com/pages/headphone-repair-and-upgrades (http://www.headphone.com/pages/headphone-repair-and-upgrades)
where they will replace the cables with Fat Pipe cables. Has anyone used this repair service, or can recommend another?
Really? I have the HD 600 right now and a buddy of mine has the HD 700. I would, in a heartbeat, trade up for them. They're really a splendid set of headphones in my opinion. What did you not like about them?Good deals are great! I got some HE400 for $100 shipped to my house. A guy on reddit was cleaning house on stuff and he said they were too heavy for him.
When I was first getting into headphones, I picked up some HD 558 for $75, which was decent at the time.
I would really love to get some HD700s. Where did you score them for $300?
Luck :P
But I hated them (hd7000)
The HD800s are just leagues ahead of the HD700.
The HD800 sounds like a high end while the 700 sounds like a middle end
WOAH, WHAT? I spent like $10,000 on headphones and concluded the HD600 to be better than a ton of other headphones including Denon D2000, AKG K702, Beyerdynamic DT 770/880/990, Stax Lambda / Nova, etc. Eh, well about equal to the Stax Lambda. The Nova was pretty bad.
Are the HD700/800 really that much better? :eek:
If so, I'll take 3. :p
side note: I have some like-new Westone UM Pro 30s available for $270 shipped (CONUS).
Really? I have the HD 600 right now and a buddy of mine has the HD 700. I would, in a heartbeat, trade up for them. They're really a splendid set of headphones in my opinion. What did you not like about them?Good deals are great! I got some HE400 for $100 shipped to my house. A guy on reddit was cleaning house on stuff and he said they were too heavy for him.
When I was first getting into headphones, I picked up some HD 558 for $75, which was decent at the time.
I would really love to get some HD700s. Where did you score them for $300?
Luck :P
But I hated them (hd7000)
The HD800s are just leagues ahead of the HD700.
The HD800 sounds like a high end while the 700 sounds like a middle end
WOAH, WHAT? I spent like $10,000 on headphones and concluded the HD600 to be better than a ton of other headphones including Denon D2000, AKG K702, Beyerdynamic DT 770/880/990, Stax Lambda / Nova, etc. Eh, well about equal to the Stax Lambda. The Nova was pretty bad.
Are the HD700/800 really that much better? :eek:
If so, I'll take 3. :p
side note: I have some like-new Westone UM Pro 30s available for $270 shipped (CONUS).
I've hated literally every beyer I've tried
The denon d2/5/7k all sounded really loose in the bass. The Fostex TH900 (which is significantly more expensive than the D7k was new) is a HUGE improvement over the previous 3 =)
As for AKG, they always sound really artificial.
As for stax... They're really picky with amps. My friend designed his own electrostatic amps and it's taken him something like 7 revisions including a complete rework at some point before he felt it was complete. From some analysis of official stax amps, most of them fail in a few areas which largely impacts the sound (except for the T2). The good custom amps are really a huge improvement.
Really? I have the HD 600 right now and a buddy of mine has the HD 700. I would, in a heartbeat, trade up for them. They're really a splendid set of headphones in my opinion. What did you not like about them?Good deals are great! I got some HE400 for $100 shipped to my house. A guy on reddit was cleaning house on stuff and he said they were too heavy for him.
When I was first getting into headphones, I picked up some HD 558 for $75, which was decent at the time.
I would really love to get some HD700s. Where did you score them for $300?
Luck :P
But I hated them (hd7000)
The HD800s are just leagues ahead of the HD700.
The HD800 sounds like a high end while the 700 sounds like a middle end
WOAH, WHAT? I spent like $10,000 on headphones and concluded the HD600 to be better than a ton of other headphones including Denon D2000, AKG K702, Beyerdynamic DT 770/880/990, Stax Lambda / Nova, etc. Eh, well about equal to the Stax Lambda. The Nova was pretty bad.
Are the HD700/800 really that much better? :eek:
If so, I'll take 3. :p
side note: I have some like-new Westone UM Pro 30s available for $270 shipped (CONUS).
I've hated literally every beyer I've tried
The denon d2/5/7k all sounded really loose in the bass. The Fostex TH900 (which is significantly more expensive than the D7k was new) is a HUGE improvement over the previous 3 =)
As for AKG, they always sound really artificial.
As for stax... They're really picky with amps. My friend designed his own electrostatic amps and it's taken him something like 7 revisions including a complete rework at some point before he felt it was complete. From some analysis of official stax amps, most of them fail in a few areas which largely impacts the sound (except for the T2). The good custom amps are really a huge improvement.
Pointyfox and I have pretty much polar opposite tastes when it comes to headphones, but yeah, it's worth at least a long demo to try them out.
Kinda intrigued by the new sony's that should be released in the next few weeks, too.
Really? I have the HD 600 right now and a buddy of mine has the HD 700. I would, in a heartbeat, trade up for them. They're really a splendid set of headphones in my opinion. What did you not like about them?Good deals are great! I got some HE400 for $100 shipped to my house. A guy on reddit was cleaning house on stuff and he said they were too heavy for him.
When I was first getting into headphones, I picked up some HD 558 for $75, which was decent at the time.
I would really love to get some HD700s. Where did you score them for $300?
Luck :P
But I hated them (hd7000)
The HD800s are just leagues ahead of the HD700.
The HD800 sounds like a high end while the 700 sounds like a middle end
WOAH, WHAT? I spent like $10,000 on headphones and concluded the HD600 to be better than a ton of other headphones including Denon D2000, AKG K702, Beyerdynamic DT 770/880/990, Stax Lambda / Nova, etc. Eh, well about equal to the Stax Lambda. The Nova was pretty bad.
Are the HD700/800 really that much better? :eek:
If so, I'll take 3. :p
side note: I have some like-new Westone UM Pro 30s available for $270 shipped (CONUS).
I've hated literally every beyer I've tried
The denon d2/5/7k all sounded really loose in the bass. The Fostex TH900 (which is significantly more expensive than the D7k was new) is a HUGE improvement over the previous 3 =)
As for AKG, they always sound really artificial.
As for stax... They're really picky with amps. My friend designed his own electrostatic amps and it's taken him something like 7 revisions including a complete rework at some point before he felt it was complete. From some analysis of official stax amps, most of them fail in a few areas which largely impacts the sound (except for the T2). The good custom amps are really a huge improvement.
Pointyfox and I have pretty much polar opposite tastes when it comes to headphones, but yeah, it's worth at least a long demo to try them out.
Kinda intrigued by the new sony's that should be released in the next few weeks, too.
Really? I have the HD 600 right now and a buddy of mine has the HD 700. I would, in a heartbeat, trade up for them. They're really a splendid set of headphones in my opinion. What did you not like about them?Good deals are great! I got some HE400 for $100 shipped to my house. A guy on reddit was cleaning house on stuff and he said they were too heavy for him.
When I was first getting into headphones, I picked up some HD 558 for $75, which was decent at the time.
I would really love to get some HD700s. Where did you score them for $300?
Luck :P
But I hated them (hd7000)
The HD800s are just leagues ahead of the HD700.
The HD800 sounds like a high end while the 700 sounds like a middle end
WOAH, WHAT? I spent like $10,000 on headphones and concluded the HD600 to be better than a ton of other headphones including Denon D2000, AKG K702, Beyerdynamic DT 770/880/990, Stax Lambda / Nova, etc. Eh, well about equal to the Stax Lambda. The Nova was pretty bad.
Are the HD700/800 really that much better? :eek:
If so, I'll take 3. :p
side note: I have some like-new Westone UM Pro 30s available for $270 shipped (CONUS).
I've hated literally every beyer I've tried
The denon d2/5/7k all sounded really loose in the bass. The Fostex TH900 (which is significantly more expensive than the D7k was new) is a HUGE improvement over the previous 3 =)
As for AKG, they always sound really artificial.
As for stax... They're really picky with amps. My friend designed his own electrostatic amps and it's taken him something like 7 revisions including a complete rework at some point before he felt it was complete. From some analysis of official stax amps, most of them fail in a few areas which largely impacts the sound (except for the T2). The good custom amps are really a huge improvement.
Pointyfox and I have pretty much polar opposite tastes when it comes to headphones, but yeah, it's worth at least a long demo to try them out.
Kinda intrigued by the new sony's that should be released in the next few weeks, too.
I've always found you can tell what kind of audiophile you are talking to by asking one simple question: "So, what do you think of Grado's?"
There is no wrong answer, but it's a big indicator of what kind of sound they like.
Really? I have the HD 600 right now and a buddy of mine has the HD 700. I would, in a heartbeat, trade up for them. They're really a splendid set of headphones in my opinion. What did you not like about them?Good deals are great! I got some HE400 for $100 shipped to my house. A guy on reddit was cleaning house on stuff and he said they were too heavy for him.
When I was first getting into headphones, I picked up some HD 558 for $75, which was decent at the time.
I would really love to get some HD700s. Where did you score them for $300?
Luck :P
But I hated them (hd7000)
The HD800s are just leagues ahead of the HD700.
The HD800 sounds like a high end while the 700 sounds like a middle end
WOAH, WHAT? I spent like $10,000 on headphones and concluded the HD600 to be better than a ton of other headphones including Denon D2000, AKG K702, Beyerdynamic DT 770/880/990, Stax Lambda / Nova, etc. Eh, well about equal to the Stax Lambda. The Nova was pretty bad.
Are the HD700/800 really that much better? :eek:
If so, I'll take 3. :p
side note: I have some like-new Westone UM Pro 30s available for $270 shipped (CONUS).
I've hated literally every beyer I've tried
The denon d2/5/7k all sounded really loose in the bass. The Fostex TH900 (which is significantly more expensive than the D7k was new) is a HUGE improvement over the previous 3 =)
As for AKG, they always sound really artificial.
As for stax... They're really picky with amps. My friend designed his own electrostatic amps and it's taken him something like 7 revisions including a complete rework at some point before he felt it was complete. From some analysis of official stax amps, most of them fail in a few areas which largely impacts the sound (except for the T2). The good custom amps are really a huge improvement.
Pointyfox and I have pretty much polar opposite tastes when it comes to headphones, but yeah, it's worth at least a long demo to try them out.
Kinda intrigued by the new sony's that should be released in the next few weeks, too.
I probably would have bought them if it weren't for the rumors being spread by some dealers that a TOTL sony is coming out next year (2k+ range)
Really? I have the HD 600 right now and a buddy of mine has the HD 700. I would, in a heartbeat, trade up for them. They're really a splendid set of headphones in my opinion. What did you not like about them?Good deals are great! I got some HE400 for $100 shipped to my house. A guy on reddit was cleaning house on stuff and he said they were too heavy for him.
When I was first getting into headphones, I picked up some HD 558 for $75, which was decent at the time.
I would really love to get some HD700s. Where did you score them for $300?
Luck :P
But I hated them (hd7000)
The HD800s are just leagues ahead of the HD700.
The HD800 sounds like a high end while the 700 sounds like a middle end
WOAH, WHAT? I spent like $10,000 on headphones and concluded the HD600 to be better than a ton of other headphones including Denon D2000, AKG K702, Beyerdynamic DT 770/880/990, Stax Lambda / Nova, etc. Eh, well about equal to the Stax Lambda. The Nova was pretty bad.
Are the HD700/800 really that much better? :eek:
If so, I'll take 3. :p
side note: I have some like-new Westone UM Pro 30s available for $270 shipped (CONUS).
I've hated literally every beyer I've tried
The denon d2/5/7k all sounded really loose in the bass. The Fostex TH900 (which is significantly more expensive than the D7k was new) is a HUGE improvement over the previous 3 =)
As for AKG, they always sound really artificial.
As for stax... They're really picky with amps. My friend designed his own electrostatic amps and it's taken him something like 7 revisions including a complete rework at some point before he felt it was complete. From some analysis of official stax amps, most of them fail in a few areas which largely impacts the sound (except for the T2). The good custom amps are really a huge improvement.
Pointyfox and I have pretty much polar opposite tastes when it comes to headphones, but yeah, it's worth at least a long demo to try them out.
Kinda intrigued by the new sony's that should be released in the next few weeks, too.
I probably would have bought them if it weren't for the rumors being spread by some dealers that a TOTL sony is coming out next year (2k+ range)
Dude, nomax has been saying "just wait for a totl from sennheiser and sony" for nearly 2 years now, so whatever.
nomax and that guy are brothers, but yeah, he did.
I dunno, I'll believe it when I see it. Right now, I'm trying to put blinders on and just enjoy my geek out/th900 combo.
nomax and that guy are brothers, but yeah, he did.
I dunno, I'll believe it when I see it. Right now, I'm trying to put blinders on and just enjoy my geek out/th900 combo.
I really enjoyed the TH900. Definitely the most fun headphone while still being hifi
I've owned most of the TOTL headphones and the only ones I'd say "beat it" (only in a hifi sense, it won't be as fun) is the Stax SR007mk1
Though I've never tried those kinds of rare headphones like the Sony 010, R10, Audio Technica L3000 and the likes).
nomax and that guy are brothers, but yeah, he did.
I dunno, I'll believe it when I see it. Right now, I'm trying to put blinders on and just enjoy my geek out/th900 combo.
I really enjoyed the TH900. Definitely the most fun headphone while still being hifi
I've owned most of the TOTL headphones and the only ones I'd say "beat it" (only in a hifi sense, it won't be as fun) is the Stax SR007mk1
Though I've never tried those kinds of rare headphones like the Sony 010, R10, Audio Technica L3000 and the likes).
Yeah, they're the closest I've got to my jh13pro in terms of sound I love. I think the latter still edges on detail overall, but I'm happier with the th900 than I was with lcd-2, hd800, k712pro or any of the other stuff I've put around my head.
nomax and that guy are brothers, but yeah, he did.
I dunno, I'll believe it when I see it. Right now, I'm trying to put blinders on and just enjoy my geek out/th900 combo.
I really enjoyed the TH900. Definitely the most fun headphone while still being hifi
I've owned most of the TOTL headphones and the only ones I'd say "beat it" (only in a hifi sense, it won't be as fun) is the Stax SR007mk1
Though I've never tried those kinds of rare headphones like the Sony 010, R10, Audio Technica L3000 and the likes).
Yeah, they're the closest I've got to my jh13pro in terms of sound I love. I think the latter still edges on detail overall, but I'm happier with the th900 than I was with lcd-2, hd800, k712pro or any of the other stuff I've put around my head.
It's so preference based though :P
At one of the headfi meets I organized there was one guy who spent the entire time talking about the best headphones in the world: the Hifiman HE400
It's very subjective xD
Lots of people will prefer the HD800, LCD2/3/X/XC over the TH900 any day. Though they're all really different.
nomax and that guy are brothers, but yeah, he did.
I dunno, I'll believe it when I see it. Right now, I'm trying to put blinders on and just enjoy my geek out/th900 combo.
I really enjoyed the TH900. Definitely the most fun headphone while still being hifi
I've owned most of the TOTL headphones and the only ones I'd say "beat it" (only in a hifi sense, it won't be as fun) is the Stax SR007mk1
Though I've never tried those kinds of rare headphones like the Sony 010, R10, Audio Technica L3000 and the likes).
Yeah, they're the closest I've got to my jh13pro in terms of sound I love. I think the latter still edges on detail overall, but I'm happier with the th900 than I was with lcd-2, hd800, k712pro or any of the other stuff I've put around my head.
It's so preference based though :P
At one of the headfi meets I organized there was one guy who spent the entire time talking about the best headphones in the world: the Hifiman HE400
It's very subjective xD
Lots of people will prefer the HD800, LCD2/3/X/XC over the TH900 any day. Though they're all really different.
No doubt. Hell, reading about how other people liked -fill in the blank- more than the th900 is why it took me so long to get to them.
I've been following this thread off and on for a while, wanted to see what people are recommending lately for close-back headphones? I have the Mad Dogs at home, and I think they are superb for movies and gaming, but a bit bulky to schlep back and forth to work. Currently at work I listen to music using ATH-M50s driven by a Little Dot amp (and a Fiio for DAC), which were a nice upgrade when I got them, but now I'd like to try something different.
Looking at closed-back to block out some background noise in the office (and to keep from over-sharing...). I've tried the HD598s, which were really comfortable but were also quite transparent to background chatter. I'm not a fan of headphones that accentuate upper ranges, as I find sibilance really annoying. Also not looking for artificially boosted bass, from the headphones I've tried I tend to like a flatter response, it sounds more natural to my ears.
Any low- to mid-priced recommendations?
I've been following this thread off and on for a while, wanted to see what people are recommending lately for close-back headphones? I have the Mad Dogs at home, and I think they are superb for movies and gaming, but a bit bulky to schlep back and forth to work. Currently at work I listen to music using ATH-M50s driven by a Little Dot amp (and a Fiio for DAC), which were a nice upgrade when I got them, but now I'd like to try something different.
Looking at closed-back to block out some background noise in the office (and to keep from over-sharing...). I've tried the HD598s, which were really comfortable but were also quite transparent to background chatter. I'm not a fan of headphones that accentuate upper ranges, as I find sibilance really annoying. Also not looking for artificially boosted bass, from the headphones I've tried I tend to like a flatter response, it sounds more natural to my ears.
Any low- to mid-priced recommendations?
I've been following this thread off and on for a while, wanted to see what people are recommending lately for close-back headphones? I have the Mad Dogs at home, and I think they are superb for movies and gaming, but a bit bulky to schlep back and forth to work. Currently at work I listen to music using ATH-M50s driven by a Little Dot amp (and a Fiio for DAC), which were a nice upgrade when I got them, but now I'd like to try something different.
Looking at closed-back to block out some background noise in the office (and to keep from over-sharing...). I've tried the HD598s, which were really comfortable but were also quite transparent to background chatter. I'm not a fan of headphones that accentuate upper ranges, as I find sibilance really annoying. Also not looking for artificially boosted bass, from the headphones I've tried I tend to like a flatter response, it sounds more natural to my ears.
Any low- to mid-priced recommendations?
NAD HP50
Focal Spirit One S
Focal Spirit Professional
All in the 200 - 300 range.
I've been following this thread off and on for a while, wanted to see what people are recommending lately for close-back headphones? I have the Mad Dogs at home, and I think they are superb for movies and gaming, but a bit bulky to schlep back and forth to work. Currently at work I listen to music using ATH-M50s driven by a Little Dot amp (and a Fiio for DAC), which were a nice upgrade when I got them, but now I'd like to try something different.
Looking at closed-back to block out some background noise in the office (and to keep from over-sharing...). I've tried the HD598s, which were really comfortable but were also quite transparent to background chatter. I'm not a fan of headphones that accentuate upper ranges, as I find sibilance really annoying. Also not looking for artificially boosted bass, from the headphones I've tried I tend to like a flatter response, it sounds more natural to my ears.
Any low- to mid-priced recommendations?
NAD HP50
Focal Spirit One S
Focal Spirit Professional
All in the 200 - 300 range.
I've been following this thread off and on for a while, wanted to see what people are recommending lately for close-back headphones? I have the Mad Dogs at home, and I think they are superb for movies and gaming, but a bit bulky to schlep back and forth to work. Currently at work I listen to music using ATH-M50s driven by a Little Dot amp (and a Fiio for DAC), which were a nice upgrade when I got them, but now I'd like to try something different.
Looking at closed-back to block out some background noise in the office (and to keep from over-sharing...). I've tried the HD598s, which were really comfortable but were also quite transparent to background chatter. I'm not a fan of headphones that accentuate upper ranges, as I find sibilance really annoying. Also not looking for artificially boosted bass, from the headphones I've tried I tend to like a flatter response, it sounds more natural to my ears.
Any low- to mid-priced recommendations?
IEMS. Never heard a closed-back headphone I liked. The ViSang IEMs are nice. I had a ViSang R02 that I got for $23 shipped that sounds equivalent to like $250 headphones.
Beyer DT990 600ohm, Creative Aurvana Live!, and Sennie HD600 are my primary sets for the time being. House fire took out my Beyer T90 and WooAudio WA7 Fireflies :(
Cannot speak highly enough about any of the 3 I still have though, hopefully in the future I can pick up a pair of Sennie HD800 and a proper amp to match it.
Yea, I would have loved to have heard them on my WooAudio WA7 for testing, but from my research prior have pointed me to the Eddie Current Balancing Act, DNA Stratus, and of course the Liquid Glass.
Don't have the money atm to jump through another expensive pair of cans, much less another pricey amp. I kinda figured the $1,000 spent for the WA7 was going to be my "sweet spot" of where I was staying with amp.... But apparently the house wiring said no to that (unrelated to the amp :P )
Yea, I would have loved to have heard them on my WooAudio WA7 for testing, but from my research prior have pointed me to the Eddie Current Balancing Act, DNA Stratus, and of course the Liquid Glass.
Don't have the money atm to jump through another expensive pair of cans, much less another pricey amp. I kinda figured the $1,000 spent for the WA7 was going to be my "sweet spot" of where I was staying with amp.... But apparently the house wiring said no to that (unrelated to the amp :P )
Yea, I would have loved to have heard them on my WooAudio WA7 for testing, but from my research prior have pointed me to the Eddie Current Balancing Act, DNA Stratus, and of course the Liquid Glass.
Don't have the money atm to jump through another expensive pair of cans, much less another pricey amp. I kinda figured the $1,000 spent for the WA7 was going to be my "sweet spot" of where I was staying with amp.... But apparently the house wiring said no to that (unrelated to the amp :P )
Actually I very much detested the WA7 fireflies with almost everything I tried it with. It's very harsh in the treble ...
Now you can get an oppo ha-1 instead.
Started listening to my Se535s a lot since I have gotten them. Simply amazing! :p
Started listening to my Se535s a lot since I have gotten them. Simply amazing! :p
All the sibilance though T.T
Though I'll admit those mids... Damn those mids. I still miss them
On the upside I'll hopefully be grabbing myself a pair of the to be released Noble K10 universal
Started listening to my Se535s a lot since I have gotten them. Simply amazing! :p
All the sibilance though T.T
Though I'll admit those mids... Damn those mids. I still miss them
On the upside I'll hopefully be grabbing myself a pair of the to be released Noble K10 universal
Yeah the sibilance does catch me off guard sometimes.. But the mids and lows are amazing! (In my experience :P)
Started listening to my Se535s a lot since I have gotten them. Simply amazing! :p
All the sibilance though T.T
Though I'll admit those mids... Damn those mids. I still miss them
On the upside I'll hopefully be grabbing myself a pair of the to be released Noble K10 universal
Yeah the sibilance does catch me off guard sometimes.. But the mids and lows are amazing! (In my experience :P)
If it wasn't for the sibilance I'd still have a pair of 535s in my inventory. Unfortunately the next step up (where this is addressed as well as adding more extension to both ends) is the 846 at $900 which is triple the price.
Not to mention the 846 didn't fit well in my ears.
no love for the bose sound true over ears ? =(
Bought some cheap af Yuin PK3 off massdrop, sound was fine but hated they weren't in ear, so i got in on the ostry KC06A drop. It may not seem like much to you guys, but those are probably the most expensive headphones I have (besides my Siberias :p)
The trek in search of high fidelityBought some cheap af Yuin PK3 off massdrop, sound was fine but hated they weren't in ear, so i got in on the ostry KC06A drop. It may not seem like much to you guys, but those are probably the most expensive headphones I have (besides my Siberias :p)
woody, come up to harrisburg area and I'll give you a tour of some sweet cans. :)
The trek in search of high fidelityBought some cheap af Yuin PK3 off massdrop, sound was fine but hated they weren't in ear, so i got in on the ostry KC06A drop. It may not seem like much to you guys, but those are probably the most expensive headphones I have (besides my Siberias :p)
woody, come up to harrisburg area and I'll give you a tour of some sweet cans. :)
I might even buy a headphone amp, I'm feeling crazy :p. Just make sure to bring some sound stuff to keycon east so i can have another hobby to throw money atThe trek in search of high fidelityBought some cheap af Yuin PK3 off massdrop, sound was fine but hated they weren't in ear, so i got in on the ostry KC06A drop. It may not seem like much to you guys, but those are probably the most expensive headphones I have (besides my Siberias :p)
woody, come up to harrisburg area and I'll give you a tour of some sweet cans. :)
To boldly go where no other ears have gone. xD
I might even buy a headphone amp, I'm feeling crazy :p. Just make sure to bring some sound stuff to keycon east so i can have another hobby to throw money atThe trek in search of high fidelityBought some cheap af Yuin PK3 off massdrop, sound was fine but hated they weren't in ear, so i got in on the ostry KC06A drop. It may not seem like much to you guys, but those are probably the most expensive headphones I have (besides my Siberias :p)
woody, come up to harrisburg area and I'll give you a tour of some sweet cans. :)
To boldly go where no other ears have gone. xD
I might even buy a headphone amp, I'm feeling crazy :p. Just make sure to bring some sound stuff to keycon east so i can have another hobby to throw money atThe trek in search of high fidelityBought some cheap af Yuin PK3 off massdrop, sound was fine but hated they weren't in ear, so i got in on the ostry KC06A drop. It may not seem like much to you guys, but those are probably the most expensive headphones I have (besides my Siberias :p)
woody, come up to harrisburg area and I'll give you a tour of some sweet cans. :)
To boldly go where no other ears have gone. xD
Money and keyboards go hand in hand! :p
I might even buy a headphone amp, I'm feeling crazy :p. Just make sure to bring some sound stuff to keycon east so i can have another hobby to throw money atThe trek in search of high fidelityBought some cheap af Yuin PK3 off massdrop, sound was fine but hated they weren't in ear, so i got in on the ostry KC06A drop. It may not seem like much to you guys, but those are probably the most expensive headphones I have (besides my Siberias :p)
woody, come up to harrisburg area and I'll give you a tour of some sweet cans. :)
To boldly go where no other ears have gone. xD
Money and keyboards go hand in hand! :p
But you need to get open backed headphones otherwise you won't get the audible feedback!
I might even buy a headphone amp, I'm feeling crazy :p. Just make sure to bring some sound stuff to keycon east so i can have another hobby to throw money atThe trek in search of high fidelityBought some cheap af Yuin PK3 off massdrop, sound was fine but hated they weren't in ear, so i got in on the ostry KC06A drop. It may not seem like much to you guys, but those are probably the most expensive headphones I have (besides my Siberias :p)
woody, come up to harrisburg area and I'll give you a tour of some sweet cans. :)
To boldly go where no other ears have gone. xD
Money and keyboards go hand in hand! :p
But you need to get open backed headphones otherwise you won't get the audible feedback!
Don't you mean a variety of headphones?? ;)
What collection is complete without some Floats, right?
Just found this thread ;D I am a regular over at headfi but would love to join the conversation here too! Anyone care to update me on current topics?
The topic is really whatever you please! What kind of headphones do you have, and what you have bought recently are the main things I would say.
What do you listen through rk?
Would anone here recommend the Grado SR80e?Love&hate thing. Try some grados first to get some idea about the signature; I like them for certain genres like death metal. Beware that comfort is awful for most people though. L-cushion ear pads and beyerish cushion headband wrap help tremendously. Also, I consider detacheable cable mod pretty much necessary, because cans rotate freely and tend to twist the cable.
Would anone here recommend the Grado SR80e?
Would anone here recommend the Grado SR80e?
Would anone here recommend the Grado SR80e?
Dey a'iight for rock/metal. IF you're ok with an on-ear headphone, like rock/metal more than anything else and can risk discomfort, get them. They're inexpensive and resell well.
If no to any of those, look at something like the ath-m50, creative aurvana live! or t50rp.
Also looking at the DT 990's, but one of the comm on things I saw in reviews was a bit needing the right amp?
Also looking at the DT 990's, but one of the comm on things I saw in reviews was a bit needing the right amp?It depends on what version you'd get. I have the vintage 600Ω (modern DT880 is based on it) and it's obviously very different from the modern 32Ω.
http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/DT990Pro?adpos=1o1&creative=55678058761&device=t&matchtype=&network=g&gclid=CjwKEAjw5NihBRCZmdLkuuTHyWYSJACtCY0J_1zdKRfAS3KIyQll3-T1EtkAJi6KwktbT1u2JnXUfxoCRxDw_wcBAlso looking at the DT 990's, but one of the comm on things I saw in reviews was a bit needing the right amp?
Depends on which version you get. What's the budget you're wanting to be in?
If you're willing to spend up to $250, look at the focal spirit professional/classic, nad hp50, akg k545/550 and hd558, too.well, at this point I'm just kinda looking around at a bunch of different headphones. My price range is around the low $200s. Since I'm gonna be using them home mostly, noise isolation isn't really important for me so yeah open would be best. I mostly listen to metal, which leads me to grados, but I also listen to a little rap and electronic. Also could use some recommendations on amps. I was looking at these: https://www.massdrop.com/buy/musiland-monitor-02us-dragon-dac-amp?s=amp
Also, if it's what you like the sound of, you could find hd600/650 used in that range, too.
I guess you're looking specifically for open headphones?
If you're willing to spend up to $250, look at the focal spirit professional/classic, nad hp50, akg k545/550 and hd558, too.well, at this point I'm just kinda looking around at a bunch of different headphones. My price range is around the low $200s. Since I'm gonna be using them home mostly, noise isolation isn't really important for me so yeah open would be best. I mostly listen to metal, which leads me to grados, but I also listen to a little rap and electronic. Also could use some recommendations on amps. I was looking at these: https://www.massdrop.com/buy/musiland-monitor-02us-dragon-dac-amp?s=amp
Also, if it's what you like the sound of, you could find hd600/650 used in that range, too.
I guess you're looking specifically for open headphones?
Also looking at the DT 990's, but one of the comm on things I saw in reviews was a bit needing the right amp?
Hi guys, hopefully someone can give me some help as you lot seem to be massively into your audio setups!
I have some Sennheiser HD555's and PC350SE's that I use (mainly the PC350SE's as I am generally gaming a lot). Would an amp/DAC be something I should think about buying to get the most out of these cans or is it not really going to make a vast difference?
I would like to enhance my audio experience but if a dac/amp isn't going to really do much, then I guess new higher end cans is where I should be looking to invest?
Cheers in advance :)
I think I broke my headphone plug :( At least I hope that's what broke.
I have a pair of Qpad QH-85s and yesterday I accidentally yanked my headphone cable out and after that the sound has been really weird.
The mids and lows are mostly fine but the bass is completely gone.
I don't want to buy new ones so I think I'll try to fix the cord/jack (if that's whats causing it).
If it's not the plug then do you guys know what it could be? I opened up the headphones but everything seemed to be fine inside.
Just ordered some replacement velour pads for my dt770s. The $30 was kinda tough to do but when you consider I have around 1000-1500 hours use on these in just a year the replacements were long overdue. I went with a set of black velour instead of the silver.
I LOVE the look of the silver velour but mine have just gotten so dull looking and they are now more of a brown/bronze color than silver now. They are also really flat and deformed as well, they don't seal to my head very well anymore.
I don't think I could ever replace these headphones, they sound great for what I like and you could probably wear them for days straight and not even notice they are there.
I got em off amazon, I will take some pictures of them when they show up wednesday. (As well as the super old ones lel, they are super disgusting)Just ordered some replacement velour pads for my dt770s. The $30 was kinda tough to do but when you consider I have around 1000-1500 hours use on these in just a year the replacements were long overdue. I went with a set of black velour instead of the silver.
I LOVE the look of the silver velour but mine have just gotten so dull looking and they are now more of a brown/bronze color than silver now. They are also really flat and deformed as well, they don't seal to my head very well anymore.
I don't think I could ever replace these headphones, they sound great for what I like and you could probably wear them for days straight and not even notice they are there.
Nice, where did you order them from? Now that I think about it, I should look into getting some new velour pads for my 990s.
I got em off amazon, I will take some pictures of them when they show up wednesday. (As well as the super old ones lel, they are super disgusting)Just ordered some replacement velour pads for my dt770s. The $30 was kinda tough to do but when you consider I have around 1000-1500 hours use on these in just a year the replacements were long overdue. I went with a set of black velour instead of the silver.
I LOVE the look of the silver velour but mine have just gotten so dull looking and they are now more of a brown/bronze color than silver now. They are also really flat and deformed as well, they don't seal to my head very well anymore.
I don't think I could ever replace these headphones, they sound great for what I like and you could probably wear them for days straight and not even notice they are there.
Nice, where did you order them from? Now that I think about it, I should look into getting some new velour pads for my 990s.
I will also give the headphones a thorough cleaning as they are kinda disgusting as well.
I think they were $5 off compared to the silver ones so that was just a bonus.
I might try to fix up the old pads but I heard you just cannot wash/clean velour.
You know, I'm actually rather glad I never committed to the audiophile thing and topped out at buying stuff like the Mad Dogs (have one of the earlier alpha pad versions). I'd be in a world of hurt if I actually dove into the $500-1000+ stuff given how prone I am to wanting to try stuff out and how reluctant I am to sell.
Pretty much enamoured with my HE-560s still. :cool:I looked up the price on Amazon :eek: :eek: I bet they sound amazing!
Just got my impressions done =0
Gotta send them to Noble =]
Wondering if the wizard design is worthwhile =S
Just got my impressions done =0
Gotta send them to Noble =]
Wondering if the wizard design is worthwhile =S
I think binge thinks so. Their CS is better than any of the others I've dealt with, though.
Just got my impressions done =0
Gotta send them to Noble =]
Wondering if the wizard design is worthwhile =S
I think binge thinks so. Their CS is better than any of the others I've dealt with, though.
I actually talked to him about that last night =S
He told me that he ended up not caring so much about the artwork done because he completely forgets about them after he puts them in his ears =S (Or something of that nature)
Just got my impressions done =0
Gotta send them to Noble =]
Wondering if the wizard design is worthwhile =S
I think binge thinks so. Their CS is better than any of the others I've dealt with, though.
I actually talked to him about that last night =S
He told me that he ended up not caring so much about the artwork done because he completely forgets about them after he puts them in his ears =S (Or something of that nature)
Tis true!
Just got my impressions done =0
Gotta send them to Noble =]
Wondering if the wizard design is worthwhile =S
I think binge thinks so. Their CS is better than any of the others I've dealt with, though.
I actually talked to him about that last night =S
He told me that he ended up not caring so much about the artwork done because he completely forgets about them after he puts them in his ears =S (Or something of that nature)
Tis true!
That was the main thing that I was worried about mostly because it's a completely lost investment along with the remolding costs and impressions and shipping. There's no way to ever get that money back because the next owner would have to buy the artwork again. (And someone can just pay for the reprint flatout)
Just got my impressions done =0
Gotta send them to Noble =]
Wondering if the wizard design is worthwhile =S
I think binge thinks so. Their CS is better than any of the others I've dealt with, though.
I actually talked to him about that last night =S
He told me that he ended up not caring so much about the artwork done because he completely forgets about them after he puts them in his ears =S (Or something of that nature)
Tis true!
That was the main thing that I was worried about mostly because it's a completely lost investment along with the remolding costs and impressions and shipping. There's no way to ever get that money back because the next owner would have to buy the artwork again. (And someone can just pay for the reprint flatout)
You wouldn't be wrong man. I intend to keep these for life. They will not go 2nd hand. I still miss the money it cost for the design.
Yea... $400 is a GoN keyboard which is quite a bit in this hobby xD
OR a few nice fountain pens....
Or even an upgrade from my AK120 to the AK120mk2
I just bought a pair of Blaupunkt BPA-402NCs. Loving the noise cancelling, but what I loved most was that I got them at 2/3rds the retail price (gotta love Microcenter's price matching). They also come with detachable cables (3.5mm jacks) and it has two. One regular, and one with an inline mic.
I had a pair of Creative Aurvana Live! headphones (which I adored, as they were perfect and perfectly affordable for my favorite types of music), but they broke. :(
Finally, new earpads. Not sure what to say, bass seems a bit better. The old ones were so flat and compressed I guess that had something to do with it.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/8QC3ztZ.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/46dGQRe.jpg)
Really liking the black, would have been pretty cool if they could have made the black ones have that sort of metallic look the silver ones have.
Why would the paint go off? My DT990s are *23-year-old* (yes, I'm not kidding) and look like new except cushion.
(Attachment Link)Hahahahaha, so funny :p
Considering buying an audio technica ath-m50 , but my library is only mp3 and it will be used without an AMP or onto my ipod .
It would be wasting money right ? (using a siberia for the moment ) .
Considering buying an audio technica ath-m50 , but my library is only mp3 and it will be used without an AMP or onto my ipod .
It would be wasting money right ? (using a siberia for the moment ) .
Any recommendation for a 150-200$ that wouldn't need AMP ?
anyone here have both ad700 and hd598's and play fps games?
I have the ad700's and am wondering if the hd598's have comparable soundstage.
Any recommendation for a 150-200$ that wouldn't need AMP ?
Any recommendation for a 150-200$ that wouldn't need AMP ?
Open or closed? Beyerdynamic DT770 or 990s, 80 ohm.
I don't really think the dt770 is meant to be a mobile oriented device, even if you get the 32 ohms lol (They are rather large)
I don't really think the dt770 is meant to be a mobile oriented device, even if you get the 32 ohms lol (They are rather large)
True but people do it anyway
Any recommendation for a 150-200$ that wouldn't need AMP ?
Open or closed? Beyerdynamic DT770 or 990s, 80 ohm.
Well seeing as it is for mobile applications probably closed.
anyone here have both ad700 and hd598's and play fps games?
I have the ad700's and am wondering if the hd598's have comparable soundstage.
Had a friend with the ad700's and they were pretty good but I felt like the HD598's (the pair I own), slightly edged them out. I don't think you could go wrong with either.
anyone here have both ad700 and hd598's and play fps games?
I have the ad700's and am wondering if the hd598's have comparable soundstage.
Had a friend with the ad700's and they were pretty good but I felt like the HD598's (the pair I own), slightly edged them out. I don't think you could go wrong with either.
I already have the ad700's and was curious if the soundstage on the hd598's is comparable as the ad700's are not very comfy on my head.
Hi guys, hopefully someone can give me some help as you lot seem to be massively into your audio setups!
I have some Sennheiser HD555's and PC350SE's that I use (mainly the PC350SE's as I am generally gaming a lot). Would an amp/DAC be something I should think about buying to get the most out of these cans or is it not really going to make a vast difference?
I would like to enhance my audio experience but if a dac/amp isn't going to really do much, then I guess new higher end cans is where I should be looking to invest?
Cheers in advance :)
Thanks for the advice!
What I have decided to do is order an Epiphany Acoustics EHP-O2Di, I will use my HD555's (with 595 mod) along with my PC350SE's and see if I noticed much difference initially. I then intend on purchasing a much nicer set of cans, I have yet to work out what price range I am prepared to go up to. I was thinking maybe some HD650's or something, I however would like some suggestions for other "decent" cans.
I can't think of anywhere near to me that sells decent headphones in abundance to be able to go and listen to them and see what I prefer, so I will have to go purely off reviews and recommendations.
Is there any particular headphones that pair really well with the EHP-O2Di? I can pick up a pair of HD650's for about £250 on Amazon UK which seems pretty cheap. I have always liked brands like Grado and Beyerdynamic. Any of you guys with superior knowledge please help a newbie out! I am not ready for spending thousands upon thousands for an audio solution but I would like to attempt a decent bang for buck scenario. Thanks
Both will see a boost yes, but your HD555's will see a very very minimal.... Whereas your PC350's use the HD595 drivers and will offer a better experience when amped. If you are interested in going with higher end anyway, what you can do is go ahead and purchase a good amp/dac and if you want MORE than just what your PC350 can provide, simply buy a better set of cans to pair with the amp you bought ;)
Off topic but would be really helpful to get some responses:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/TMS6DQ9
Survey Regarding differences between audiophile and celebrity headphones for a short class presentation.
Thanks to any people that fill it out!
Off topic but would be really helpful to get some responses:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/TMS6DQ9
Survey Regarding differences between audiophile and celebrity headphones for a short class presentation.
Thanks to any people that fill it out!
This thing is waaayyy too broad, and frankly I don't know of any prominent celebrity branded headphones under $100. In every category I could pick an "audiophile" headphone that is not celebrity branded that is great and fun to listen to. Sorry mate I can't completely fill it out :-/
Off topic but would be really helpful to get some responses:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/TMS6DQ9
Survey Regarding differences between audiophile and celebrity headphones for a short class presentation.
Thanks to any people that fill it out!
This thing is waaayyy too broad, and frankly I don't know of any prominent celebrity branded headphones under $100. In every category I could pick an "audiophile" headphone that is not celebrity branded that is great and fun to listen to. Sorry mate I can't completely fill it out :-/
Thanks
I'll look over it in about an hour to simplify it and narrow it down
Off topic but would be really helpful to get some responses:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/TMS6DQ9
Survey Regarding differences between audiophile and celebrity headphones for a short class presentation.
Thanks to any people that fill it out!
This thing is waaayyy too broad, and frankly I don't know of any prominent celebrity branded headphones under $100. In every category I could pick an "audiophile" headphone that is not celebrity branded that is great and fun to listen to. Sorry mate I can't completely fill it out :-/
Thanks
I'll look over it in about an hour to simplify it and narrow it down
I was a bit rushed doing other things while trying to complete the survey so I also got a little flustered about that. I feel like I know why you didn't list any celebrity headphones to represent a category and that is to prevent biased opinions and get answers from people who have actually listened to these headphones. I just don't feel like celebrity branded headphones fit into each price category, or that they are well known enough for regulars or audiophiles to have had experience with these brands.
For instance... I know Beats, that 50 Cent brand, and the Q701 off the top of my head. I've owned the 701s and when I'm in a mall/store there are lots of beats displays, but I've never seen the others displayed in big box/electronic stores for demo use. Even when I'm seeing the Beats I'm not seeing the new version of the headphone... there's always the old version on display, and half the time they're cracked/broken. PA hates music? I dunno hahaha.
Food for thought this is a tough survey. Maybe ask what people feel about celebrity branding on products? Like say, "Think of three headphones you've heard one from the $0-100, $100-200, and $200-300 dollar price range. If you were given the option to buy them how likely is it that you'd buy them if you had the income? If those same headphones were celebrity branded by Lil Wayne what is the likelihood you would buy them? Alright how about if they were endorsed by David Bowie? Great. Now what if the headphone was endorsed by Tim McGraw?"
That could be against the grain of what you were considering-- but to me that would get some more honest/"informed" answers out of people. You know people informed that they like an endorsement from David Bowie over Tim McGraw. lol
Okay, so based on what I've been reading so far, a pair of DT-770's would be ideal for listening to classical/jazz, especially when coupled with an amplifier, correct?
Okay, so based on what I've been reading so far, a pair of DT-770's would be ideal for listening to classical/jazz, especially when coupled with an amplifier, correct?
I wouldn't say ideal :-/
::EDIT:: to be more clear ideals are often shaded by what one considers to be the "best". I do not belong to the camp that believes a headphone "tuned" for specific frequency ranges and instruments is idea for anything except live performances/studio where they would be used as a monitor for a specific instrument. These headphones are best used for listening to monitors and not recordings. A nice, flat, headphone which is adequately powered will allow you to listen to the mastering as intended. So if the master was bad, it'll sound bad. If there's distortion that the artist intended you'll hear the distortion. Likewise when there are great and wonderful events in music that span the spectrum of frequency one is put into awe at how brilliantly it came together and can listen to the same passage over and over again and focus on a different nuance of the recording.
Got some stuff from CTRL ALT today (potato alert!)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/HIuZpq5.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/hfX6GkG.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/NViRIsc.jpg)
and some dyesubs from Kmiller's first dyesub GBShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/aiAWqlo.jpg)
Okay, so based on what I've been reading so far, a pair of DT-770's would be ideal for listening to classical/jazz, especially when coupled with an amplifier, correct?
I wouldn't say ideal :-/
::EDIT:: to be more clear ideals are often shaded by what one considers to be the "best". I do not belong to the camp that believes a headphone "tuned" for specific frequency ranges and instruments is idea for anything except live performances/studio where they would be used as a monitor for a specific instrument. These headphones are best used for listening to monitors and not recordings. A nice, flat, headphone which is adequately powered will allow you to listen to the mastering as intended. So if the master was bad, it'll sound bad. If there's distortion that the artist intended you'll hear the distortion. Likewise when there are great and wonderful events in music that span the spectrum of frequency one is put into awe at how brilliantly it came together and can listen to the same passage over and over again and focus on a different nuance of the recording.
If classical and jazz are your thing, look at Sennheiser's offerings. If a more portable headphone is your forte, check out the Sennheiser Momentum.
If classical and jazz are your thing, look at Sennheiser's offerings. If a more portable headphone is your forte, check out the Sennheiser Momentum.
I found the over ear momentums to be slightly V Shaped so I'm not sure they would be best suited to those genres but again it's up to the buyer to decide
If classical and jazz are your thing, look at Sennheiser's offerings. If a more portable headphone is your forte, check out the Sennheiser Momentum.
I found the over ear momentums to be slightly V Shaped so I'm not sure they would be best suited to those genres but again it's up to the buyer to decide
I have neither the will nor the funds to purchase several different pairs of headphones just to decide which pair I like. This is why I am in this thread. I do not want to repeat my experience with Blaupunkt where I spent good money on a pair of headphones just to discover that they suck donkey balls. I would rather get the opinion of people who listen to classical and jazz and know what headphones are better suited.
Personally I love a flat response for any kind of music. That still enables you to use an amp to give it some extra bang if that's what you're after. If your headphone's sound is already coloured one way or the other, it's much more difficult to make it sound flat.
Usually the DT 880s are favoured for classical listening because they're open, airy and very analytical. The 770s are usually described similarly, but since they're closed they are more bassy. I would recommend the Beyers to anyone, particularly because they have metal innards, while I'm pretty sure Senns are mostly plastic.
The Senns are mostly plastic but their build quality is rock solid. Honestly, the most fragile-feeling Sennheiser I've owned is the HD800, which is supposedly made out of some space-age, proprietary acoutsic composites. That's not a headphone I usually lug around everywhere though, so it doesn't really bother me too much.I tried the T90, I found the highs to be a tad metallic, a tad bright for my liking.....lacks warmth. It sounds good though, which was why I'd considered it as well.....knocked it off before I was left with two, Senn HD650 and a MrSpeakers Alpha Dog. Got tired of bargaining with the seller of the latter, called the HD800 seller and dealt with him almost immediately. I'd auditioned it, the HD650, The Beyer T90, even an Audeze LCD 2 (too damn costly!). Sound appreciation is so subjective anyway, and the old saying holds true here: One man's meat is another man's poison.
I like neutral sometimes but I also like colored depending on what music I'm listening to or what kind of mood I'm in. I just keep multiple sets of cans around for any occasion. Just like keyboards, why limit yourself to only one flavor :)
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The Senns are mostly plastic but their build quality is rock solid. Honestly, the most fragile-feeling Sennheiser I've owned is the HD800, which is supposedly made out of some space-age, proprietary acoutsic composites. That's not a headphone I usually lug around everywhere though, so it doesn't really bother me too much.I tried the T90, I found the highs to be a tad metallic, a tad bright for my liking.....lacks warmth. It sounds good though, which was why I'd considered it as well.....knocked it off before I was left with two, Senn HD650 and a MrSpeakers Alpha Dog. Got tired of bargaining with the seller of the latter, called the HD800 seller and dealt with him almost immediately. I'd auditioned it, the HD650, The Beyer T90, even an Audeze LCD 2 (too damn costly!). Sound appreciation is so subjective anyway, and the old saying holds true here: One man's meat is another man's poison.
I like neutral sometimes but I also like colored depending on what music I'm listening to or what kind of mood I'm in. I just keep multiple sets of cans around for any occasion. Just like keyboards, why limit yourself to only one flavor :)
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Love the Q701! I've always thought that was one of the best looking headphones. Some people hate it, but I really like the color scheme. Great headphone if you like a bright and detailed sound.
The Senns are mostly plastic but their build quality is rock solid. Honestly, the most fragile-feeling Sennheiser I've owned is the HD800, which is supposedly made out of some space-age, proprietary acoutsic composites. That's not a headphone I usually lug around everywhere though, so it doesn't really bother me too much.I tried the T90, I found the highs to be a tad metallic, a tad bright for my liking.....lacks warmth. It sounds good though, which was why I'd considered it as well.....knocked it off before I was left with two, Senn HD650 and a MrSpeakers Alpha Dog. Got tired of bargaining with the seller of the latter, called the HD800 seller and dealt with him almost immediately. I'd auditioned it, the HD650, The Beyer T90, even an Audeze LCD 2 (too damn costly!). Sound appreciation is so subjective anyway, and the old saying holds true here: One man's meat is another man's poison.
I like neutral sometimes but I also like colored depending on what music I'm listening to or what kind of mood I'm in. I just keep multiple sets of cans around for any occasion. Just like keyboards, why limit yourself to only one flavor :)
The Senns are mostly plastic but their build quality is rock solid. Honestly, the most fragile-feeling Sennheiser I've owned is the HD800, which is supposedly made out of some space-age, proprietary acoutsic composites. That's not a headphone I usually lug around everywhere though, so it doesn't really bother me too much.I tried the T90, I found the highs to be a tad metallic, a tad bright for my liking.....lacks warmth. It sounds good though, which was why I'd considered it as well.....knocked it off before I was left with two, Senn HD650 and a MrSpeakers Alpha Dog. Got tired of bargaining with the seller of the latter, called the HD800 seller and dealt with him almost immediately. I'd auditioned it, the HD650, The Beyer T90, even an Audeze LCD 2 (too damn costly!). Sound appreciation is so subjective anyway, and the old saying holds true here: One man's meat is another man's poison.
I like neutral sometimes but I also like colored depending on what music I'm listening to or what kind of mood I'm in. I just keep multiple sets of cans around for any occasion. Just like keyboards, why limit yourself to only one flavor :)
The T90 really warms up when connected to a good matching tube amp. I've found the T90 matches amazingly when paired with a WooAudio WA7 Fireflies.
I have a pair of Qpad QH-85 (basically an open-ear version of Takstar Pro 80 with a removable mic). It's a very nice headset for the price (€90) and I've used it for about three years now and I'll probably keep using it until it falls apart or until I have enough money to justify getting an audiofile-grade pair of headphones.
I use it with the integrated soundcard on my cheap four year old Gigabyte mobo and the sound quality produced by the mobo obviously isn't the best and the noise is very noticeable at times. So after some research I've decided that I should get an external DAC/Amp.
I'm leaning towards the Fiio E10K since it's pretty cheap and I've heard good things about it.
Do any of you have experience with the E10K or do you know any better DAC/Amps in the same price range that you can recommend?
Bought a DAC/AMP to feed the beast, though the soundstage on the HD800 is exceptional, enabling 3D audio and Bass Boost (subtle increase only) inspired me to finish listening to some CD's I'd not bothered to finish when I'd first gotten them. With 3D audio, the wide soundstage on the HD800 became more spacious. Oh yeah, it's an iFi Micro iDSD which has quite a few features that I liked.Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/microidsd_zps02a5bd65.jpg)
That's odd to hear... I always felt beyers had this really unnatural treble.
And the fireflies was really harsh with the stock tubes.
i came to this thread for advice on good earbuds for my new $50 player and realized i'm pathetic.
i came to this thread for advice on good earbuds for my new $50 player and realized i'm pathetic.
I have entered the wonderful world of headphones a bit more enthusiastically now.
I started probably about 10 years ago with some Sennheiser HD555's, then ended up with PC350SE's for use on my PC for gaming.
I recently got an Epiphany Acoustics O2 amp/dac and have a pair of AKG Q701's on the way via massdrop. The amp/dac has really brought the PC350SE's to life! Such a big difference, to which I wasn't expecting really. Not that noticeable anyway. I am hearing things that I have never picked up on before and it seems to have opened up these cans!
I can't wait for my AKG's to arrive as they should be a far superior headphone to the PC350's anyway.
Needless to say, I have the feeling this along with keyboards is going to be something else to pour money into.
right, they are only 10 times more expensive than my player.i came to this thread for advice on good earbuds for my new $50 player and realized i'm pathetic.
Nothing pathetic about it :) Headphones can be an expensive hobby, even more so than keyboards. Everyone starts somewhere.
Not sure what your budget is, but the UE900 is a good IEM (with the Comply foam tips) with a reasonable price tag.
right, they are only 10 times more expensive than my player.i came to this thread for advice on good earbuds for my new $50 player and realized i'm pathetic.
Nothing pathetic about it :) Headphones can be an expensive hobby, even more so than keyboards. Everyone starts somewhere.
Not sure what your budget is, but the UE900 is a good IEM (with the Comply foam tips) with a reasonable price tag.
:))I really wonder how these EK sales work, especially now. Does CC have any say in who they sell to after he gives them the clacks?
As in, do they only go by their "ban" list or does CC send them the names/addresses of people he knows of who are either gaming the system or not allowed to win (Such as people like K3 or any of his supporters)
Since these sales do not go by username I would imagine it would be easier for people to get in who CC might not want to win.
Who knows, just a thought.
Spoiler alert: we're all banned.
right, they are only 10 times more expensive than my player.i came to this thread for advice on good earbuds for my new $50 player and realized i'm pathetic.
Nothing pathetic about it :) Headphones can be an expensive hobby, even more so than keyboards. Everyone starts somewhere.
Not sure what your budget is, but the UE900 is a good IEM (with the Comply foam tips) with a reasonable price tag.
Should the price ratio between the headphones and the player even be a factor as long as it sounds good?nope, but had i $550 to spend on a portable player and headphones, i'd distribute the money more evenly between the products. like, buy ibasso dx50 and westone um2 :)
Perhaps you would be better served picking up a $10 pair of JVC earbuds from WalMartthanks! but ticket to the usa is even more expensive than those gorgeous creative's headphones you recommended :p
My JVC XX buds were decent before I moved onto my 535s, I would recommend them for the $30 they cost me if thats what you are looking for.thank you for you advice.
Bought a DAC/AMP to feed the beast, though the soundstage on the HD800 is exceptional, enabling 3D audio and Bass Boost (subtle increase only) inspired me to finish listening to some CD's I'd not bothered to finish when I'd first gotten them. With 3D audio, the wide soundstage on the HD800 became more spacious. Oh yeah, it's an iFi Micro iDSD which has quite a few features that I liked.Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/microidsd_zps02a5bd65.jpg)
Alright guys. I need some advice. I have an opportunity to trade my T90s and $250 for Hifiman HE-560s. Is it worth it? The amp/dac I would be pairing it with is the CEntrance DACmini CX.
Alright guys. I need some advice. I have an opportunity to trade my T90s and $250 for Hifiman HE-560s. Is it worth it? The amp/dac I would be pairing it with is the CEntrance DACmini CX.
I really did not like the T90 as I mentioned before =S
But that deal doesn't seem the greatest to me either
Alright guys. I need some advice. I have an opportunity to trade my T90s and $250 for Hifiman HE-560s. Is it worth it? The amp/dac I would be pairing it with is the CEntrance DACmini CX.
I really did not like the T90 as I mentioned before =S
But that deal doesn't seem the greatest to me either
How so? What about the deal isn't fair? The T90s are about ~400ish + $250 cash and then the HE560's he was asking for $735 ish for a straight sale.
Personally I love the T90s detail and clarity. My only issue with them is that they lack some musicality when paired with the DACmini.
They are both used. But I got my T90s for just under 400 shipped.Alright guys. I need some advice. I have an opportunity to trade my T90s and $250 for Hifiman HE-560s. Is it worth it? The amp/dac I would be pairing it with is the CEntrance DACmini CX.
I really did not like the T90 as I mentioned before =S
But that deal doesn't seem the greatest to me either
How so? What about the deal isn't fair? The T90s are about ~400ish + $250 cash and then the HE560's he was asking for $735 ish for a straight sale.
Personally I love the T90s detail and clarity. My only issue with them is that they lack some musicality when paired with the DACmini.
I find other headphones have just as good clarity and whatnot but are still musical.
And last I saw the T90 they were over $500 new?
Maybe I'm mistaken in the prices that I remember
They are both used. But I got my T90s for just under 400 shipped.Alright guys. I need some advice. I have an opportunity to trade my T90s and $250 for Hifiman HE-560s. Is it worth it? The amp/dac I would be pairing it with is the CEntrance DACmini CX.
I really did not like the T90 as I mentioned before =S
But that deal doesn't seem the greatest to me either
How so? What about the deal isn't fair? The T90s are about ~400ish + $250 cash and then the HE560's he was asking for $735 ish for a straight sale.
Personally I love the T90s detail and clarity. My only issue with them is that they lack some musicality when paired with the DACmini.
I find other headphones have just as good clarity and whatnot but are still musical.
And last I saw the T90 they were over $500 new?
Maybe I'm mistaken in the prices that I remember
Oh man, just like keyboards, this headphones bug has got me bad! In addition to my recently acquired HD800, I'd already gotten an Audio Technica ATH-AD700X with a HD555 that I'd bought quite a few years back. Now, I've committed to buying two used cans -
1. Beyerdynamic DT990 600 Ohm Premium
2. HiFiman HE400i
Best part is, I'd gotten them for a total of 552USD which I think to be a great price (if it isn't, don't rain on my parade.....puh-lease! ;D ). The HiFiman HE400i will come with its own stand (not part of standard package) and I'll be ordering a Walnut omega stand for the HD800, as well as two plain metal ones for the HD555 and the DT990. Can't wait get 'em! :D As usual, I will be back with pics when I have 'em. :thumb:
Be careful not to chip the paint on the HD800 T.TYeah, whaddup with Senn? One'd expect better, or more durable paintjob for such an expensive pair of cans.... :mad:
When I got my pair it was already a bit damaged and I rubbed it the wrong way and it got worse for the paint =(
Two more pairs of cans to add to my headphones collection...Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/2_zpsaeea2202.jpg)
Well I ordered the AKG k551 for $170 CDN from Canada Computers. Hopefully I got my order in time before all the stock was depleted
Well I ordered the AKG k551 for $170 CDN from Canada Computers. Hopefully I got my order in time before all the stock was depleted
Congrats! Let's hope so. I ordered a print server for work and when I checked the order later the product page was a 404 page and it was 2-3 months before the product would be available again.
I think I'm getting back into schiit gear and I'm trying to find a good second headphone to go with the th900. I thought about the soundmagic that are on MD right now, but the QC issues there make me more than hesitant.
I think I'm getting back into schiit gear and I'm trying to find a good second headphone to go with the th900. I thought about the soundmagic that are on MD right now, but the QC issues there make me more than hesitant.
Any specific model your are thinking about?
I think I'm getting back into schiit gear and I'm trying to find a good second headphone to go with the th900. I thought about the soundmagic that are on MD right now, but the QC issues there make me more than hesitant.
Any specific model your are thinking about?
Of schiit? bifrost uber and asgard 2. Of second headphone? I've kicked around about every decent option available for $250 or less. Right now, it's up in the air between hd598, k272mk2,sony ma900, soundmagic hp200 and pioneer se-a1000
I think I'm getting back into schiit gear and I'm trying to find a good second headphone to go with the th900. I thought about the soundmagic that are on MD right now, but the QC issues there make me more than hesitant.
Any specific model your are thinking about?
Of schiit? bifrost uber and asgard 2. Of second headphone? I've kicked around about every decent option available for $250 or less. Right now, it's up in the air between hd598, k272mk2,sony ma900, soundmagic hp200 and pioneer se-a1000
What kind of sound signature are you looking for? Out of that list it seems like the 598 might be the most opposite your TH900. Not sure if you want to go that route though. Also HD598s probably have the best comfort out of that list.
What about beyer? Dt990s are extremely comfortable! (Even with my big head)
What about beyer? Dt990s are extremely comfortable! (Even with my big head)
Beyers are very comfortable I use the T90s myself and the HD598s both are extremely comfortable. I haven't been able to try anything close to the TH900 but i mean since they are closed and (planar magnetic?) they would be a huge contrast the open dynamic drivers of the HD598.
TJ what kind of music do you usually listen to?
I presume this is probably the best place to put this, but I have been messing about with my cans since getting myself a dac amp. There doesn't seem to be anywhere that says about what PC350SE's are like amped up but my god to me it was such a night and day difference. I was told I probably wouldn't notice much but its insane! So much fuller throughout the whole range and there is a decent bass presence and unamped they are very flat and leave much to be desired. I was preferring my HD555's with the "595 mod" before having an amp, but now they sound rubbish to me in comparison to the PC350SE's.
I had pre-emptively ordered better cans in preparation for my amp and dac (AKG Q701's). If they sound better than these PC350SE's I will honestly lose my mind. I am relatively new to this audio stuff so take whatever I say with a pinch of salt.
Does anyone here own the AKG's? What are your experience of them? I heard they are super accurate and have a very wide sound stage.
Is it bad I have been looking at buying some Beyerdynamics too? I just don't know which to look more actively at the DT770, DT880 or DT990.
I presume this is probably the best place to put this, but I have been messing about with my cans since getting myself a dac amp. There doesn't seem to be anywhere that says about what PC350SE's are like amped up but my god to me it was such a night and day difference. I was told I probably wouldn't notice much but its insane! So much fuller throughout the whole range and there is a decent bass presence and unamped they are very flat and leave much to be desired. I was preferring my HD555's with the "595 mod" before having an amp, but now they sound rubbish to me in comparison to the PC350SE's.
I had pre-emptively ordered better cans in preparation for my amp and dac (AKG Q701's). If they sound better than these PC350SE's I will honestly lose my mind. I am relatively new to this audio stuff so take whatever I say with a pinch of salt.
Does anyone here own the AKG's? What are your experience of them? I heard they are super accurate and have a very wide sound stage.
Is it bad I have been looking at buying some Beyerdynamics too? I just don't know which to look more actively at the DT770, DT880 or DT990.
For the beyer dt series. 770 is closed for bassy music, 880 is the all rounder, and 990 is open with a supposed v shaped sound sig. Can't go wrong with any of those choices in my opinion.
I presume this is probably the best place to put this, but I have been messing about with my cans since getting myself a dac amp. There doesn't seem to be anywhere that says about what PC350SE's are like amped up but my god to me it was such a night and day difference. I was told I probably wouldn't notice much but its insane! So much fuller throughout the whole range and there is a decent bass presence and unamped they are very flat and leave much to be desired. I was preferring my HD555's with the "595 mod" before having an amp, but now they sound rubbish to me in comparison to the PC350SE's.
I had pre-emptively ordered better cans in preparation for my amp and dac (AKG Q701's). If they sound better than these PC350SE's I will honestly lose my mind. I am relatively new to this audio stuff so take whatever I say with a pinch of salt.
Does anyone here own the AKG's? What are your experience of them? I heard they are super accurate and have a very wide sound stage.
Is it bad I have been looking at buying some Beyerdynamics too? I just don't know which to look more actively at the DT770, DT880 or DT990.
A lot has to do with the DAC/AMP used as well, as I'd recently discovered. My HD800 and Beyer DT990/600 are generally said to be somewhat bright, and if the source has lots of high frequency, they would sound a tad bright for most. Now, the iFi Micro iDSD (will be getting a Nano iDSD + Micro iCAN in a week or two) has been described as having a neutral sound that tilts somewhat to warm. With the iDSD + HD800 (and DT990/600), I don't find the cans to be bright at all, oh for sure the treble is there but doesn't annoy at all, quite pleasant actually.
With the HE400i which is said to be neutral, I find the sound to be veiled, treble and mids seems to be somewhat recessed, more so on the treble. I'm returning the HE400i, NOT because of this (plugging it in directly to my Asus Xonar Phoebus Solo or SB ZX resolved the veil issue) but due to a cosmetic defect that put me off. Will prolly get a HE400 instead as I understand it to be somewhat V shaped, the iDSD should lessen the treble while I don't mind a little 'oomph' bass-wise.
I've been trying out the DT990/600 and I'm actually quite taken with the sound, mild emphasis on the bass and treble, good soundstage (less width but good depth....at least that's how it sound like to me). As for comfort, I find the DT990 to be very comfortable and light and I can wear it all day long (I do have a rather small head as I'm Asian). I can only imagine what a T1 brings to the table....I can get a T1 for about 600USD and am considering that as well instead of going with the HE400. Thing is, I'd like to try a well regarded planar mag cans and it seems I'm left with either the HiFiman HE560 (and higher) or Audeze LCD2 (and higher). I already blew a wad on the HD800, so the thought of blowing even more is somewhat.....daunting.
I haven't heard the HE560 but I do have the HE500 and I absolutely love it. It's a little on the warmer side of neutral but does not sound veiled. It has a satisfying impact in the low end and extends very deep. The mids are what really make it great. It has this beautiful, buttery smooth sound that makes it a joy to listen to. Female vocals are amazing. It's not quite as accurate or "realistic" as the HD800 but it is very fun. I really love the HE500 with EDM/trance/chill. Best part is with the release of some of HiFiMAN's newest offerings, you can get the HE500 brand new for around 500USD. That is an absolute steal when you consider it made its debut at 1000USD.Great! :thumb: Now I can add the HE500 as a possible alternative to the Beyer T1, only snag is, there's hardly any available in my neck fo the woods. I can try online, but sometimes, the seller ships domestically only (US).
Got my Q701's in the post today! I must say I was quite unimpressed with them initially, I was expecting a more night and day difference between my PC350SE's.... However after about 5 mins of listening to music I changed my mind, they are a vast improvement.
I spent a few hours listening to some lossless stuff like Fleetwood Mac and Pink Floyd, then some 320kbs stuff (varying genres). Started to read more into the bass mod as I did notice that there wasn't a huge amount shining through. It was there but didn't seem to have the body I would have expected. I took the plunge and did the bass mod and now it sounds much more pleasing from the bass point of view and from what I can tell it has not done anything/much to the rest of the range. Bear in mind I wasn't expecting to notice much difference and it was really quite a change for the better for me.
One thing I will also share, I first thought they were actually quite comfy to wear. However after a few hours I have noticed that headband feels like it is trying to burrow a hole through the top of my skull. I think it won't be long before I do something to sort that out. I did read that most people find them very uncomfortable after sustained periods of time. I would have thought AKG should have addressed this issue as it is quite a large design flaw! Sennheiser are the only other brand I have really had any experience with but both my HD555's and PC350SE's are so comfortable to wear you don't really notice how long you have had them on for at all.
Anyway here is a potato :)Show Image(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-MZ-V_vviOKE/VGoqzLawTjI/AAAAAAAAEGU/4iYWKB94EUM/w1598-h904-no/IMAG0057.jpg)
Got my Q701's in the post today! I must say I was quite unimpressed with them initially, I was expecting a more night and day difference between my PC350SE's.... However after about 5 mins of listening to music I changed my mind, they are a vast improvement.
I spent a few hours listening to some lossless stuff like Fleetwood Mac and Pink Floyd, then some 320kbs stuff (varying genres). Started to read more into the bass mod as I did notice that there wasn't a huge amount shining through. It was there but didn't seem to have the body I would have expected. I took the plunge and did the bass mod and now it sounds much more pleasing from the bass point of view and from what I can tell it has not done anything/much to the rest of the range. Bear in mind I wasn't expecting to notice much difference and it was really quite a change for the better for me.
One thing I will also share, I first thought they were actually quite comfy to wear. However after a few hours I have noticed that headband feels like it is trying to burrow a hole through the top of my skull. I think it won't be long before I do something to sort that out. I did read that most people find them very uncomfortable after sustained periods of time. I would have thought AKG should have addressed this issue as it is quite a large design flaw! Sennheiser are the only other brand I have really had any experience with but both my HD555's and PC350SE's are so comfortable to wear you don't really notice how long you have had them on for at all.
Anyway here is a potato :)Show Image(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-MZ-V_vviOKE/VGoqzLawTjI/AAAAAAAAEGU/4iYWKB94EUM/w1598-h904-no/IMAG0057.jpg)
So I've just committed to buying a set of Voxoa bluetooth earbuds so I don't have to keep taking my Sennheiser HD218s to the gym...
I've already got a set of ATH M-50s of course, and I bought a little DAC from mkawa a while ago but I have no idea what to do with it. It's got an optical in which I would like to use, but the only optical cable I've got has what looks like a 3.5mm jack end on it =/
I have no idea what the DAC is but I know it was a community made one somewhere. And as you can see the switch on the front is broken :(MoreShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/UtHi2pL.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/pbdIQl5.jpg)
I don't know if I should get another one at some point...
So I've just committed to buying a set of Voxoa bluetooth earbuds so I don't have to keep taking my Sennheiser HD218s to the gym...
I've already got a set of ATH M-50s of course, and I bought a little DAC from mkawa a while ago but I have no idea what to do with it. It's got an optical in which I would like to use, but the only optical cable I've got has what looks like a 3.5mm jack end on it =/
I have no idea what the DAC is but I know it was a community made one somewhere. And as you can see the switch on the front is broken :(MoreShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/UtHi2pL.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/pbdIQl5.jpg)
I don't know if I should get another one at some point...
That looks like a toslink to mini optical cable. If you have an optical port somewhere on your pc or mac equivalent, pick up whatever length you need of something like -Show Image(http://www.lindy.co.uk/images/10m-toslink-spdif-digital-optical-cable-p5894-1853_zoom.jpg).
So I've just committed to buying a set of Voxoa bluetooth earbuds so I don't have to keep taking my Sennheiser HD218s to the gym...
I've already got a set of ATH M-50s of course, and I bought a little DAC from mkawa a while ago but I have no idea what to do with it. It's got an optical in which I would like to use, but the only optical cable I've got has what looks like a 3.5mm jack end on it =/
I have no idea what the DAC is but I know it was a community made one somewhere. And as you can see the switch on the front is broken :(MoreShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/UtHi2pL.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/pbdIQl5.jpg)
I don't know if I should get another one at some point...
That looks like a toslink to mini optical cable. If you have an optical port somewhere on your pc or mac equivalent, pick up whatever length you need of something like -Show Image(http://www.lindy.co.uk/images/10m-toslink-spdif-digital-optical-cable-p5894-1853_zoom.jpg).
I would actually recommend going with the coax. Personally I always get poorer quality sound via optical, like it's playing on a bumpy road. You don't hear it after a while, but IMO coax is more stable and the sound quality difference in negligible when compared to optical. Just one man's opinion on reliability.
So I've just committed to buying a set of Voxoa bluetooth earbuds so I don't have to keep taking my Sennheiser HD218s to the gym...
I've already got a set of ATH M-50s of course, and I bought a little DAC from mkawa a while ago but I have no idea what to do with it. It's got an optical in which I would like to use, but the only optical cable I've got has what looks like a 3.5mm jack end on it =/
I have no idea what the DAC is but I know it was a community made one somewhere. And as you can see the switch on the front is broken :(MoreShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/UtHi2pL.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/pbdIQl5.jpg)
I don't know if I should get another one at some point...
That looks like a toslink to mini optical cable. If you have an optical port somewhere on your pc or mac equivalent, pick up whatever length you need of something like -Show Image(http://www.lindy.co.uk/images/10m-toslink-spdif-digital-optical-cable-p5894-1853_zoom.jpg).
I would actually recommend going with the coax. Personally I always get poorer quality sound via optical, like it's playing on a bumpy road. You don't hear it after a while, but IMO coax is more stable and the sound quality difference in negligible when compared to optical. Just one man's opinion on reliability.
So... Getting tired of buying "gaming" headsets.
I bought a siberia elite, sounds nice, **** mic. EQ is nice on it though.
I'm looking for a set of headphones to replace this. Already chose the mod mic 4.0 to go with a new set of headphones.
I've been looking at California Headphones Silverado, and things for about $100. Maybe I can squeeze a bit more of that budget. Anyone know any that are good? EDM, house, and wub wub type music? Some rock, rap and gaming also.
Not into used headphones lol.
Looking into ath m50x, maybe the monoprice, but I really like the aesthetics of the Silverado lol.
Do any of these need amps or DACs?
Oh thanks...
I'll be reading into this stuff, kind of new to audio. Saw the Asus u7... Any good?
Oh thanks...
I'll be reading into this stuff, kind of new to audio. Saw the Asus u7... Any good?
Personally I've been interested a lot more in the AIO devices that have portable player capability and usb audio as well. The main one right now is the fiio stuff like the x3/x5
the only asus audio product I owned was the U3 and it was pretty good for the price but if you're looking for simplicity I definitely recommend the fiio products as they generally do very well at the prices they charge
Oh thanks...
I'll be reading into this stuff, kind of new to audio. Saw the Asus u7... Any good?
Personally I've been interested a lot more in the AIO devices that have portable player capability and usb audio as well. The main one right now is the fiio stuff like the x3/x5
the only asus audio product I owned was the U3 and it was pretty good for the price but if you're looking for simplicity I definitely recommend the fiio products as they generally do very well at the prices they charge
Hmm...
AIO? Atomic intermolecular overear headphones?
I don't exactly need portability as this would be mainly for my desktop :)
Oh lol.Oh thanks...
I'll be reading into this stuff, kind of new to audio. Saw the Asus u7... Any good?
Personally I've been interested a lot more in the AIO devices that have portable player capability and usb audio as well. The main one right now is the fiio stuff like the x3/x5
the only asus audio product I owned was the U3 and it was pretty good for the price but if you're looking for simplicity I definitely recommend the fiio products as they generally do very well at the prices they charge
Hmm...
AIO? Atomic intermolecular overear headphones?
I don't exactly need portability as this would be mainly for my desktop :)
AIO - All In One
A digital audio player that doubles as a DAC and headphone amplifier. The holy trifecta.
Oh lol.Oh thanks...
I'll be reading into this stuff, kind of new to audio. Saw the Asus u7... Any good?
Personally I've been interested a lot more in the AIO devices that have portable player capability and usb audio as well. The main one right now is the fiio stuff like the x3/x5
the only asus audio product I owned was the U3 and it was pretty good for the price but if you're looking for simplicity I definitely recommend the fiio products as they generally do very well at the prices they charge
Hmm...
AIO? Atomic intermolecular overear headphones?
I don't exactly need portability as this would be mainly for my desktop :)
AIO - All In One
A digital audio player that doubles as a DAC and headphone amplifier. The holy trifecta.
I might end up buying a U7, or fiio, with an ath m50. Its all kind of pricey lol.
Only indoors or on my property. I have earbuds for mobile usage.
Once I figure out what the **** ohms and what a sample rate does. I'll be looking lol.Oh lol.Oh thanks...
I'll be reading into this stuff, kind of new to audio. Saw the Asus u7... Any good?
Personally I've been interested a lot more in the AIO devices that have portable player capability and usb audio as well. The main one right now is the fiio stuff like the x3/x5
the only asus audio product I owned was the U3 and it was pretty good for the price but if you're looking for simplicity I definitely recommend the fiio products as they generally do very well at the prices they charge
Hmm...
AIO? Atomic intermolecular overear headphones?
I don't exactly need portability as this would be mainly for my desktop :)
AIO - All In One
A digital audio player that doubles as a DAC and headphone amplifier. The holy trifecta.
I might end up buying a U7, or fiio, with an ath m50. Its all kind of pricey lol.
Deciding on a budget you're comfortable with is better than overspending and having to sell or have regrets later
You can always check out the used market. An m50 (not x) would be around $75 used at fair value depending on usage and an x3 as low as $120 which would put you at around $200+shipping as a realistic number if you keep your eyes open.
Okay, question time:
Beyerdynamic DT880 Premiums or Beyerdynamic DT770 Pros?
As an aside, this is a cross-section of the music I listen to:
Lindsey Stirling - Crystallize (Orchestral Version)
Lindsey Stirling - Roundtable Rival
La Traviata - Brindisi
Turandot - Nessun Dorma
Il Barbiere di Siviglia - Largo al Factotum
Carmina Burana - O Fortuna
Carmen - Votre Toast
The Planets - Jupiter, the Bringer of Jollity
The Planets - Mars, the Bringer of War
Ravel - Bolero
Grieg - Peer Gynt
The Mediaeval Baebes - Temptasyon
Tron: Legacy - The Grid
Nox Arcana - Spellbound
John Williams - The Raiders March
Pinkzebra - Larger Than Life
Can't Stop Won't Stop - Up Up and Away
Down With Webster - Everybody's Angel
Billy Idol - Cradle of Love
Genesis - Land of Confusion
Maynard Ferguson - Birdland
Glenn Miller - In The Mood
Norman Greenbaum - Spirit in the Sky
Kenny Loggins - Danger Zone
Queen - One Vision
Twisted Sister - We're Not Gonna Take It
Gerard McMann - Cry Little Sister
Which pair should I get?
Only indoors or on my property. I have earbuds for mobile usage.
but you can still use the fiio with your earbuds
Okay, question time:
Beyerdynamic DT880 Premiums or Beyerdynamic DT770 Pros?
As an aside, this is a cross-section of the music I listen to:
Lindsey Stirling - Crystallize (Orchestral Version)
Lindsey Stirling - Roundtable Rival
La Traviata - Brindisi
Turandot - Nessun Dorma
Il Barbiere di Siviglia - Largo al Factotum
Carmina Burana - O Fortuna
Carmen - Votre Toast
The Planets - Jupiter, the Bringer of Jollity
The Planets - Mars, the Bringer of War
Ravel - Bolero
Grieg - Peer Gynt
The Mediaeval Baebes - Temptasyon
Tron: Legacy - The Grid
Nox Arcana - Spellbound
John Williams - The Raiders March
Pinkzebra - Larger Than Life
Can't Stop Won't Stop - Up Up and Away
Down With Webster - Everybody's Angel
Billy Idol - Cradle of Love
Genesis - Land of Confusion
Maynard Ferguson - Birdland
Glenn Miller - In The Mood
Norman Greenbaum - Spirit in the Sky
Kenny Loggins - Danger Zone
Queen - One Vision
Twisted Sister - We're Not Gonna Take It
Gerard McMann - Cry Little Sister
Which pair should I get?
Amazing choice in music!!!
You should also try some AudioMachine and Two steps from Hell.
Okay, so is there any inherent increase in quality between getting the 600 ohm vs the 250 ohm set?
Okay, so is there any inherent increase in quality between getting the 600 ohm vs the 250 ohm set?
Some say there is. Some say there isn't. In my opinion I doubt there is a difference. Get the cheaper version.
Okay, so is there any inherent increase in quality between getting the 600 ohm vs the 250 ohm set?
Okay, question time:
Beyerdynamic DT880 Premiums or Beyerdynamic DT770 Pros?
Nice DIY mod there! ;D What's wrong with those bump? Uncomfortable?
Meanwhile, I'm going a tad overboard with my audio purchases, I'm already getting an Audeze LCD2.2 and a Fostex HP-A4 DAC/AMP, I will also be getting an iFi iCAN Headphone amp....and am in the process of negotiating for a Sennheiser HD700 :eek:. Somebody stop me! :p
So I have sorted the headband issue on my Q701's!
Went and got some synthetic leather stuff at a hobby store yesterday and tried my hand at sewing with a machine and by hand. It is not the neatest job in the world but I am more than happy with the results!
Here are a few pics:
Offending bumpsShow Image(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-33K1u15gkIY/VG3bnujFTWI/AAAAAAAAEH8/yLAR1VQAy2A/w1598-h904-no/IMAG0058.jpg)
Be gone!Show Image(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-lih2xf7bdf0/VG97uv2-YoI/AAAAAAAAEI8/GetGw90dj2I/w524-h927-no/IMG-20141120-WA0002.jpeg)
Cut material to shape and machine sew up one sideShow Image(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-6HQ-yhHwu4E/VG97s-umS5I/AAAAAAAAEIw/VM8t2Gwa13U/w524-h927-no/IMG-20141120-WA0006.jpeg)Show Image(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-hX9jeo4KCcQ/VG97qKu8G9I/AAAAAAAAEIk/tKIRjSgstnc/w524-h927-no/IMG-20141120-WA0008.jpeg)
Padding in then hand sew up the other side, never done this kind of thing before so its not hugely neat but does the job!Show Image(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-q2bu38oUNR4/VG5C672vAWI/AAAAAAAAEHM/TMiJuuRRCJU/w524-h927-no/IMAG0059.jpg)
Finished product!Show Image(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-TmIZqPstKVs/VG97ft52SHI/AAAAAAAAEIM/sC7-XxySuHI/w524-h927-no/IMG-20141120-WA0023.jpeg)
Bit of a shame I couldn't get hold of black material but I just could not go another day without sorting this out. My midmic 4.0 also turned up so I could fully switch to the new setup rather than having my pc350's around my kneck to use the mic haha.
Stop right there! The hd700 sucks! You definitely need the hd800 =PUh......if you'd not seen it, back at pg 89, I had posted a pic of the HD800 which I currently have....the soundstage on that beast is simply outta this world. I'm listening to some tracks, swapping out cans between my HD800 and the DT990/600, simply no comparison! I've read that the HD700 has better bass, though not as detailed as the HD800, and due to its narrower soundstage and faster low frequency decay, it's more suitable for faster paced music. That is is somewhat 'darker' than its beefier sibling is noted, still curious about it though. I'm trying to buy it for about 500USD, I can actually get a Beyerdynamic T1 for a tad more if I choose to go that way...yes, the T1 is a better deal even at 550USD, but I so like the Senns I've gotten this far (including a HD555 with the HD595 foam mod).
What do you all think of Massdrop's K7XX headphones? $200 for essentially the K712/K702 hybrid.
I am a little salty about the Massdrop K7XX's because I bought the Q701's from them not long ago. I would have waited for these if I knew they were coming, not even from a sound point of view but the fact they aren't in a look at me green and don't come with a skull destroying headband. I joined the drop earlier then decided better of it as I am fairly sure they are near enough the same headphone as the Q701 and I can't really justify two of a headphone that is 99% the same.
I think I will grab some Beyers of some description, I have used DT770's before and never worn another set of cans as comfortable before, I presume the comfort is similar across their product range.
The 7xx, should be good. However; a little birdie told me 8xx are in the works for the massdrop community. looks like $900 headphones for for $400. I enjoy my Q701 as much as HD600 and HD650. so if I do upgrade it will be at a future date.
Hmm. I should ask lekashman next time I see him about the 8XX if that is true I will definitely pass on this.
Do you guys think that the AKG sound signature is different enough from the Sennheiser and Beyerdynamic sound to pick it up?
Hmm. I should ask lekashman next time I see him about the 8XX if that is true I will definitely pass on this.
Do you guys think that the AKG sound signature is different enough from the Sennheiser and Beyerdynamic sound to pick it up?
Yes. In fact, I prefer it to the senn, but kinda like the beyer sound more.
A senn<<akg<beyer for my preferences
A senn<<akg<beyer for my preferences
A senn<<akg<beyer for my preferences
Someone likes his treble!
too much bass?? ?? ??
you shut your mouth!
i want my nose to bleed from the vibrations, every single time.
I think that too much bass ruins music. Same with treble. Don't get me wrong, a little bass is great, but when the bass is cranked up so hard that it distorts everything else about the music, then it's too much.You MUST be referencing Beats by Dre. ;) I've tried both Beats and Razer Kraken (Kraken Forge to be precise) and with these cans, it's all about da bass! >:D I had a Razer Black Shark which I'd basically gave away when I bundled it with my Logitech Z623 when I sold it away. That headset had muted mids and highs, and it's all about the bass with it. Terribad purchase on my part..... :-[
I think that too much bass ruins music. Same with treble. Don't get me wrong, a little bass is great, but when the bass is cranked up so hard that it distorts everything else about the music, then it's too much.You MUST be referencing Beats by Dre. ;) I've tried both Beats and Razer Kraken (Kraken Forge to be precise) and with these cans, it's all about da bass! >:D I had a Razer Black Shark which I'd basically gave away when I bundled it with my Logitech Z623 when I sold it away. That headset had muted mids and highs, and it's all about the bass with it. Terribad purchase on my part..... :-[
I think that too much bass ruins music. Same with treble. Don't get me wrong, a little bass is great, but when the bass is cranked up so hard that it distorts everything else about the music, then it's too much.
Gosh, if the ear pads for the Anni cost about 48USD, I'd hate to think how much the replacement pads for my HD800 would cost. :eek:
I believe it was $150 or 200...*grabs chest in utter :eek: *
Well I wish I didn't check Amazon earlier...I ended up grabbing a pair of Beyerdyanmic DT770 Pro 250 Ohm because they were in the black Friday sale. They worked out to be �89 which is around $140. Thought I might as well add them to my what is now becoming collection of cans.
I also think I will be grabbing those AKG K8XX's whenever they arise on Massdrop, if that $400 price tag is correct then that should be an utter bargain for a set of cans worth near enough �1000.
Anyway, I guess with the addition of the DT770's I will see if I enjoy bass. I think at the very least it should be a "fun" headphone.
Well I wish I didn't check Amazon earlier...I ended up grabbing a pair of Beyerdyanmic DT770 Pro 250 Ohm because they were in the black Friday sale. They worked out to be �89 which is around $140. Thought I might as well add them to my what is now becoming collection of cans.
I also think I will be grabbing those AKG K8XX's whenever they arise on Massdrop, if that $400 price tag is correct then that should be an utter bargain for a set of cans worth near enough �1000.
Anyway, I guess with the addition of the DT770's I will see if I enjoy bass. I think at the very least it should be a "fun" headphone.
I'm not sure if you'll be able to order those AKG K8XX's (see below) from UKShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/ITgbIrC.png)
As I'd said, I'm not a fan of the AKG signature sound and I'm somewhat of a Sennheiser fanboy. I feel sorry for those wanting the AKG on massdrop to be shipped internationally, hopefully, there'd be other great cans on massdrop.
I have posted this over at head fi but thought I would post it here also
Some have said replacing the Q701 ear pads with the K712/K702 Anniversary ear pads results in better sound.
I have just received a quote from akg/harmon usa for them and a headband from the k702.
Here is the info from AKG
5021871 $47.55 each pad CUSHION, K 712,K702_Anniversary
2458M98030 $73.59EA Black inner headband for the K702 without the nubs/bumps/etc with the blue stitching.
Contact marlon.gonzalez@harman.com if you want to order these.
As I'd said, I'm not a fan of the AKG signature sound and I'm somewhat of a Sennheiser fanboy. I feel sorry for those wanting the AKG on massdrop to be shipped internationally, hopefully, there'd be other great cans on massdrop.
For the price it's hard to beat AKG if you can't afford the hd800 xP
I just got the k551 in the mail and it's more or less what I expected. Very neutral sound with spacing. Maybe lacking some emphasis in the bass but I'll see if I can EQ that a few points upwards.
Maybe some pictures and impressions with a review to follow since I've been itching to review something audio related properly xD
Just a question, do people like video or written reviews? (Or a combination or no preference?)
Gosh, if the ear pads for the Anni cost about 48USD, I'd hate to think how much the replacement pads for my HD800 would cost. :eek:they are 48 each so 96 total. they are sold as 1 piece.
For the price it's hard to beat AKG if you can't afford the hd800 xP
HD600.
As I'd said, I'm not a fan of the AKG signature sound and I'm somewhat of a Sennheiser fanboy. I feel sorry for those wanting the AKG on massdrop to be shipped internationally, hopefully, there'd be other great cans on massdrop.
For the price it's hard to beat AKG if you can't afford the hd800 xP
I just got the k551 in the mail and it's more or less what I expected. Very neutral sound with spacing. Maybe lacking some emphasis in the bass but I'll see if I can EQ that a few points upwards.
Maybe some pictures and impressions with a review to follow since I've been itching to review something audio related properly xD
Just a question, do people like video or written reviews? (Or a combination or no preference?)
HD600.
As I'd said, I'm not a fan of the AKG signature sound and I'm somewhat of a Sennheiser fanboy. I feel sorry for those wanting the AKG on massdrop to be shipped internationally, hopefully, there'd be other great cans on massdrop.
For the price it's hard to beat AKG if you can't afford the hd800 xP
I just got the k551 in the mail and it's more or less what I expected. Very neutral sound with spacing. Maybe lacking some emphasis in the bass but I'll see if I can EQ that a few points upwards.
Maybe some pictures and impressions with a review to follow since I've been itching to review something audio related properly xD
Just a question, do people like video or written reviews? (Or a combination or no preference?)
As I'd said, I'm not a fan of the AKG signature sound and I'm somewhat of a Sennheiser fanboy. I feel sorry for those wanting the AKG on massdrop to be shipped internationally, hopefully, there'd be other great cans on massdrop.
For the price it's hard to beat AKG if you can't afford the hd800 xP
I just got the k551 in the mail and it's more or less what I expected. Very neutral sound with spacing. Maybe lacking some emphasis in the bass but I'll see if I can EQ that a few points upwards.
Maybe some pictures and impressions with a review to follow since I've been itching to review something audio related properly xD
Just a question, do people like video or written reviews? (Or a combination or no preference?)
I like to watch videos of the reviews personally but I hate when people throw in 3-5 minutes of bull before they get to the meat of the review.
Most reviewers also do not go into actually zooming in close enough on the product to show the actual quality/build.
They have the camera zoomed way out and are afraid to show us the earpads, drivers, headbands, adjustment of the fit, etc.
For people in the US, Amazon is selling the HD598s for $99. An absolute steal...
For people in the US, Amazon is selling the HD598s for $99. An absolute steal...
Freaking lightning sales...
For people in the US, Amazon is selling the HD598s for $99. An absolute steal...
Freaking lightning sales...
Does that deal answer your question on what pair of headphones your getting next tj? :p
Got my Beyers in the post today ;D
The collection is coming along nicely. I think I will probably be going in to more expensive cans after this though...Will there really be a discernible difference in audio quality from say my AKG Q701's to something like the AK K812 / HD700/800 / Beyer T1's etc?
Will there really be a discernible difference in audio quality from say my AKG Q701's to something like the AK K812 / HD700/800 / Beyer T1's etc?
Will there really be a discernible difference in audio quality from say my AKG Q701's to something like the AK K812 / HD700/800 / Beyer T1's etc?
They're all a definite step up from the Q701, although I'd skip on the HD700 and the K812.
Just bear in mind that as soon as you cross into >$500 territory the rate of diminishing returns kicks in hard.
Will there really be a discernible difference in audio quality from say my AKG Q701's to something like the AK K812 / HD700/800 / Beyer T1's etc?
They're all a definite step up from the Q701, although I'd skip on the HD700 and the K812.
Just bear in mind that as soon as you cross into >$500 territory the rate of diminishing returns kicks in hard.
I would have to disagree. I feel as though the majority of headphones to buy are either <$300 or $600<. The dead-zone in the middle is probably where the most diminishing returns lay. Ask anyone who's dipped their toes into the $1000 budget pool. From CIEMs to high quality over ears there is a BIG difference in the experience comparatively to anything in the $600 range. Yah it's unfortunate but that's just how these companies compete.
This makes me want to re-think buying the K7XX... I mean I already have the T90 and the HD650... Plus the HD598 but I basically gave them to my girl. Hmm...
Got my Beyers in the post today ;D
The collection is coming along nicely. I think I will probably be going in to more expensive cans after this though...Will there really be a discernible difference in audio quality from say my AKG Q701's to something like the AK K812 / HD700/800 / Beyer T1's etc?
Just be careful haha. What is in your collection now? You may just want to stop buying lo-fi and mid fi and just sell them off for one TOTL.
Will there really be a discernible difference in audio quality from say my AKG Q701's to something like the AK K812 / HD700/800 / Beyer T1's etc?Just bear in mind that as soon as you cross into >$500 territory the rate of diminishing returns kicks in hard.
I would have to disagree. I feel as though the majority of headphones to buy are either <$300 or $600<. The dead-zone in the middle is probably where the most diminishing returns lay. Ask anyone who's dipped their toes into the $1000 budget pool. From CIEMs to high quality over ears there is a BIG difference in the experience comparatively to anything in the $600 range. Yah it's unfortunate but that's just how these companies compete.
Can someone convince me to buy some Audio-Technica ATH-M50X for work?
Can someone convince me to buy some Audio-Technica ATH-M50X for work?
Why would someone need to convince you to buy something?
Can someone convince me to buy some Audio-Technica ATH-M50X for work?
Why would someone need to convince you to buy something?
Because I want an upgrade but can't justify it myself, so maybe somebody else can ;)
I have not used M50X's myself, but I would be inclined to suggest Beyerdynamic DT770 Pro's over the M50X's. I am fairly sure they are also a similar price and a superior headphone IMO.Agreed, the ATH-M50/50X are so overrated, it isn't funny at all. Haven't heard them myslef, but I'm inclined to agree with Freebird that the DT770 Pro would be a better choice. I have the DT990/600 Premium, I can honestly say it's a kickbutt headphones for games and music......and movies.
Can someone convince me to buy some Audio-Technica ATH-M50X for work?
Why would someone need to convince you to buy something?
Because I want an upgrade but can't justify it myself, so maybe somebody else can ;)
I have not used M50X's myself, but I would be inclined to suggest Beyerdynamic DT770 Pro's over the M50X's. I am fairly sure they are also a similar price and a superior headphone IMO.
Has anyone had any experience with the Brainwavs HM5 http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B006MA9XXM/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=3HP27GYJT4QMW&coliid=I19P2BAVDTG0UT (http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B006MA9XXM/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=3HP27GYJT4QMW&coliid=I19P2BAVDTG0UT) ? I'd quite like to use them with a USB audio interface M-Audio M-Track 2. http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00BQ6KSN6/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=3HP27GYJT4QMW&coliid=I1RI8OAZKQMM72 (http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00BQ6KSN6/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=3HP27GYJT4QMW&coliid=I1RI8OAZKQMM72)
Has anyone had any experience with that either?
Out of stock :/Has anyone had any experience with the Brainwavs HM5 http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B006MA9XXM/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=3HP27GYJT4QMW&coliid=I19P2BAVDTG0UT (http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B006MA9XXM/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=3HP27GYJT4QMW&coliid=I19P2BAVDTG0UT) ? I'd quite like to use them with a USB audio interface M-Audio M-Track 2. http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00BQ6KSN6/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=3HP27GYJT4QMW&coliid=I1RI8OAZKQMM72 (http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00BQ6KSN6/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=3HP27GYJT4QMW&coliid=I1RI8OAZKQMM72)
Has anyone had any experience with that either?
Yeah the HM-5 is the Fischer-003. Great headphone. You can get it cheaper through Jaycar,
http://www.jaycar.co.uk/productView.asp?ID=AA2065&CATID=85&form=CAT2&SUBCATID=1015#4 (http://www.jaycar.co.uk/productView.asp?ID=AA2065&CATID=85&form=CAT2&SUBCATID=1015#4)
You can run these headphones out of just about anything. They have wonderful efficiency.
dt770s 80ohm were on sale at guitarcenter for 129 last night. not sure if sale is still available. was able to get a pair and you could get them in store alsoNice, that is an amazing deal for the 80 ohms. I got mine for something like 180 from some random ebay store a couple years ago and that was a deal compared to the other places.
i had the 250 version and i found them way better than m50s and a million times more comfortable. m50 too damn tight. but i stupidly got rid of them for mad dogs. really regret that move.
my dt770s came in :DI've always been rather curious of the DT770's, closed back so it'd definitely have better bass than the open backed DT880 and DT990. I have the DT990/600 and I find the bass to be satisfactory, more airy as is the characteristic of open backed cans. It's definitely harder to drive though being 600 Ohms, but apparently, both my headphone DAC/AMP's can drive it......though for the Fostex, I'd have to hit the 1-2 o'clock mark for it to be sufficiently loud. Using the 'Hi' gain on the Fostex definitely helped and I didn't have to turn the volume knob so high. Oh yeah, the other closed back cans from Beyerdynamic, the Custom One Pro, has tremendous bass as well, so I'm on the look out for either.
man i love these headphones. close to the amount of bass i like without spending a ton of cash.
my dt770s came in :DI've always been rather curious of the DT770's, closed back so it'd definitely have better bass than the open backed DT880 and DT990. I have the DT990/600 and I find the bass to be satisfactory, more airy as is the characteristic of open backed cans. It's definitely harder to drive though being 600 Ohms, but apparently, both my headphone DAC/AMP's can drive it......though for the Fostex, I'd have to hit the 1-2 o'clock mark for it to be sufficiently loud. Using the 'Hi' gain on the Fostex definitely helped and I didn't have to turn the volume knob so high. Oh yeah, the other closed back cans from Beyerdynamic, the Custom One Pro, has tremendous bass as well, so I'm on the look out for either.
man i love these headphones. close to the amount of bass i like without spending a ton of cash.
im pretty noob when it comes to headphones. i usually rely on tj to suggest stuff that i might enjoy. so far these have been my favorite headphones. im sure if i venture out of my price range i can find something better but for what i paid i love these.Bah, I'm pretty noob about audio myself, so you're in good company. :thumb: I ask for advice too, but would rather make up my mind as to what I want when it comes time to pony up the deniros. There is another forum I go to that is quite intolerant of soundcards, with one particular member being something of a ****. I'd asked about a DAC/AMP for my HD800, was recommended the O2+ DAC/AMP, but I decided to go with an iFi Micros iDSD (my friend had 1.4TB of DSD64 files) because DSD support is a big factor for me.
plus they are comfortable. not as comfy as my ath ad700 (i swear i sometimes forget i have these on) but enough for long periods of time.
ill eventually venture out. but having to upgrade my dac and amp is also going to hurt my wallet.
anyway i dont know where i was going with this.
770s > m50s imo. especially if you dont have a tiny head.
yeah i dont go on headfi. too many "experts". i end up more confused than anything.I guess I wasn't succinct enough(my bad :-[ ), I wasn't referring to HeadFi, that place confuses the hell outta me too, it's another pretty well-known tech forum. They're not widely known for audio, which was why I was quite ticked off with this so called 'expert' who's so obviously delusional that he believed his opinions outweigh the person who'd ultimately pay good hard cash for it. :mad:
As for the DT770, I believe it to be better than the ATH-M50/50X (so overrated!), I've not tried the DT770 but have tried the ATH-M50 which I found to be pretty decent....perhaps I don't like its signature sound I guess. I have the ATH-AD700X and I quite like it, very airy and spacious sounding, though bass is somewhat thin.
The DT770 and M50x are pretty similar headphones, really. The Beyers have a less claustrophobic soundstage but they both are somewhat V-shaped, with recessed mids and exaggerated bass. The only reason people make it out to be a huge difference is because they don't have much experience with other headphones :rolleyes:I guess you're saying I'm one of those who do not have much experience with cans. :-[ Well, I did say I'd tried the M50, and only the M50, so based on the sound I hear, I didn't quite like it. Also, my expectations were raised because many spoke of the M50/M50X like it was the second coming (I guess I'd half expected to be blown away by the M50 like I was with the HD800). I find myself going for more transparent sounding cans, yes, I do appreciate some bass, but it must be tight. So far, I do appreciate the DT990/600 for better but tight bass, mildly recessed mids with nice highs that doesn't seem too bright (for me anyway).
I guess you're saying I'm one of those who do not have much experience with cans. :-[ Well, I did say I'd tried the M50, and only the M50, so based on the sound I hear, I didn't quite like it. Also, my expectations were raised because many spoke of the M50/M50X like it was the second coming (I guess I'd half expected to be blown away by the M50 like I was with the HD800). I find myself going for more transparent sounding cans, yes, I do appreciate some bass, but it must be tight. So far, I do appreciate the DT990/600 for better but tight bass, mildly recessed mids with nice highs that doesn't seem too bright (for me anyway).
I love my ad700s but I want something more comfortable for my somewhat average size head. The imaging is ok but I want something that is more detailed and precise.
modi optical + magni. I play fps games most of the time. $500
modi optical + magni. I play fps games most of the time. $500
I love my ad700s but I want something more comfortable for my somewhat average size head. The imaging is ok but I want something that is more detailed and precise.
modi optical + magni. I play fps games most of the time. $500
Dude join the Ortho love circle- HiFiMan HE-400i, so good. You can find some good deals online. I bought a pair for my wife for X-Mas and demoed them... VERY happy with the performance, weight, and comfort.
modi optical + magni. I play fps games most of the time. $500
Dude join the Ortho love circle- HiFiMan HE-400i, so good. You can find some good deals online. I bought a pair for my wife for X-Mas and demoed them... VERY happy with the performance, weight, and comfort.
I need a pair of orthos.. Bad..
modi optical + magni. I play fps games most of the time. $500
Dude join the Ortho love circle- HiFiMan HE-400i, so good. You can find some good deals online. I bought a pair for my wife for X-Mas and demoed them... VERY happy with the performance, weight, and comfort.
I need a pair of orthos.. Bad..
Protip: Do it. xD
would you consider them better at imaging then the ad700s?modi optical + magni. I play fps games most of the time. $500
Dude join the Ortho love circle- HiFiMan HE-400i, so good. You can find some good deals online. I bought a pair for my wife for X-Mas and demoed them... VERY happy with the performance, weight, and comfort.
modi optical + magni. I play fps games most of the time. $500
Dude join the Ortho love circle- HiFiMan HE-400i, so good. You can find some good deals online. I bought a pair for my wife for X-Mas and demoed them... VERY happy with the performance, weight, and comfort.
I need a pair of orthos.. Bad..
Protip: Do it. xD
Want to not take your advice that wasn't directed at me.
But orthos...
would you consider them better at imaging then the ad700s?modi optical + magni. I play fps games most of the time. $500
Dude join the Ortho love circle- HiFiMan HE-400i, so good. You can find some good deals online. I bought a pair for my wife for X-Mas and demoed them... VERY happy with the performance, weight, and comfort.
would you consider them better at imaging then the ad700s?modi optical + magni. I play fps games most of the time. $500
Dude join the Ortho love circle- HiFiMan HE-400i, so good. You can find some good deals online. I bought a pair for my wife for X-Mas and demoed them... VERY happy with the performance, weight, and comfort.
Superclose to buying a fulla right now for my IEMs. Super close to buying a bunch of ****, to be honest.
Superclose to buying a fulla right now for my IEMs. Super close to buying a bunch of ****, to be honest.Protip advice: DO IT!!! ;D
Superclose to buying a fulla right now for my IEMs. Super close to buying a bunch of ****, to be honest.
I just pulled the trigger on a Schiit Fulla, cost me a total of 105USD with Fedex Economy delivery to Asia. I don't know when I'd get it, but I'd definitely let you guys know when I get it. I'm gonna try it out three cans: DT990/600, LCD2.2 and HD800.
lol. "Schiit Fulla". And I thought "Schiit" was funny.Schiit does have a sense of humor with regards to naming their products....actually 'Fulla' is a Norse goddess I believe. Hey, at least I can honestly say I'm Fulla Schiit. ;D
Hey guys, I need some opinions quick, I can get a pair of Mr Speakers Mad Dog 3.2 for 200USD, should I go for it? Is that a fair price for a used MD 3.2? It was bought in July this year, so it's got more than 7 months of warranty left.That seems like a pretty legit price to me.
Hey guys, I need some opinions quick, I can get a pair of Mr Speakers Mad Dog 3.2 for 200USD, should I go for it? Is that a fair price for a used MD 3.2? It was bought in July this year, so it's got more than 7 months of warranty left.
jvc HA-SZ2000 bought!
jvc HA-SZ2000 bought!
finally
jvc HA-SZ2000 bought!
jvc HA-SZ2000 bought!
They seem pretty solid. Let us know how you get along with them once they arrive! :)
jvc HA-SZ2000 bought!
finally
now epc and tj can stop making fun of me ;_;
Question for you folks, my current home set-up is an Aune T1 to DT990 pros. I quite like the headphones, but I am not a huge fan of the Aune. I have been considering upgrading to a better amp, and selling the Aune off. Do you think an Asgard or something similar would have a noticeable difference to the Aune, or should I just suck it up and keep the Aune for now?
My on-the-go pair is a set of Shure SE535s, and they are amazing! Although it seems I like sibilant headphones, judging from my setup. But back to the SE535's, I would highly recommend them if anyone is looking for a nice pair of semi-affordable IEMs.
Question for you folks, my current home set-up is an Aune T1 to DT990 pros. I quite like the headphones, but I am not a huge fan of the Aune. I have been considering upgrading to a better amp, and selling the Aune off. Do you think an Asgard or something similar would have a noticeable difference to the Aune, or should I just suck it up and keep the Aune for now?
My on-the-go pair is a set of Shure SE535s, and they are amazing! Although it seems I like sibilant headphones, judging from my setup. But back to the SE535's, I would highly recommend them if anyone is looking for a nice pair of semi-affordable IEMs.
I just finished modding 2 pair of dt990 for customers and was not happy with how it sounded out of my aune. I'd say invest in something OTL like a valhalla. Maybe an asgard or crackpipeballspeedheadsex.
Question for you folks, my current home set-up is an Aune T1 to DT990 pros. I quite like the headphones, but I am not a huge fan of the Aune. I have been considering upgrading to a better amp, and selling the Aune off. Do you think an Asgard or something similar would have a noticeable difference to the Aune, or should I just suck it up and keep the Aune for now?
My on-the-go pair is a set of Shure SE535s, and they are amazing! Although it seems I like sibilant headphones, judging from my setup. But back to the SE535's, I would highly recommend them if anyone is looking for a nice pair of semi-affordable IEMs.
I just finished modding 2 pair of dt990 for customers and was not happy with how it sounded out of my aune. I'd say invest in something OTL like a valhalla. Maybe an asgard or crackpipeballspeedheadsex.
Thanks for the advice. That's what I was thinking, as the 990s have a v-shaped sound, and the Aune pushes this even higher. Also, its on my list to mod these to have a detachable cable, or to send it to you to do. Likely do it myself as I am a student and shipping is expensive. :P
Question for you folks, my current home set-up is an Aune T1 to DT990 pros. I quite like the headphones, but I am not a huge fan of the Aune. I have been considering upgrading to a better amp, and selling the Aune off. Do you think an Asgard or something similar would have a noticeable difference to the Aune, or should I just suck it up and keep the Aune for now?
My on-the-go pair is a set of Shure SE535s, and they are amazing! Although it seems I like sibilant headphones, judging from my setup. But back to the SE535's, I would highly recommend them if anyone is looking for a nice pair of semi-affordable IEMs.
I just finished modding 2 pair of dt990 for customers and was not happy with how it sounded out of my aune. I'd say invest in something OTL like a valhalla. Maybe an asgard or crackpipeballspeedheadsex.
Thanks for the advice. That's what I was thinking, as the 990s have a v-shaped sound, and the Aune pushes this even higher. Also, its on my list to mod these to have a detachable cable, or to send it to you to do. Likely do it myself as I am a student and shipping is expensive. :P
I'll happily answer questions when you get to that point.
IEMs broke today :( what do
IEMs broke today :( what do
Upgrade :p
IEMs broke today :( what do
Upgrade :p
I told him it's time to scrape up the cash for CIEMs, even if entry level.
IEMs broke today :( what do
Upgrade :p
I told him it's time to scrape up the cash for CIEMs, even if entry level.
Noble audio customs?!?!?! ;D
IEMs broke today :( what do
Upgrade :p
I told him it's time to scrape up the cash for CIEMs, even if entry level.
Noble audio customs?!?!?! ;D
That's one of the two I'm recommending him. Either 3c or UE 4pros. Basically, the two companies I would choose if my jh13pros were destroyed or stolen because jh customer service gives me a frowny face.
IEMs broke today :( what do
Upgrade :p
I told him it's time to scrape up the cash for CIEMs, even if entry level.
Noble audio customs?!?!?! ;D
That's one of the two I'm recommending him. Either 3c or UE 4pros. Basically, the two companies I would choose if my jh13pros were destroyed or stolen because jh customer service gives me a frowny face.
Basically, Swag, or save $50?
Looking for recommendations on a $40 -$80 set of over ear headphones that will sound good without an amp. My father in law wants a set and wants good sound while still being comfortable while he walks in the morning (ie: no giant cans).
I was thinking of the lower end Audio Technicas or the Koss DJ100s.
Looking for recommendations on a $40 -$80 set of over ear headphones that will sound good without an amp. My father in law wants a set and wants good sound while still being comfortable while he walks in the morning (ie: no giant cans).
I was thinking of the lower end Audio Technicas or the Koss DJ100s.
Kind of hard to do an over ear that isn't "giant". Also if he is going out walking then I would recommend an on ear since he will be moving. Im actually tempted to recommend the Koss Porta Pros.
Looking for recommendations on a $40 -$80 set of over ear headphones that will sound good without an amp. My father in law wants a set and wants good sound while still being comfortable while he walks in the morning (ie: no giant cans).
I was thinking of the lower end Audio Technicas or the Koss DJ100s.
Kind of hard to do an over ear that isn't "giant". Also if he is going out walking then I would recommend an on ear since he will be moving. Im actually tempted to recommend the Koss Porta Pros.
That was my first thought as well with the portas, great headphones regardless of price. I will start looking at on ear as well then. I don't think he would be into the 80's styling of the Porta Pros. He is looking for something a little sleeker, but came to me after admitting that the only thing he knew was "Beats". I said No!
Any of you guys have thoughts on the LH labs geek pulse?
Any of you guys have thoughts on the LH labs geek pulse?
Intrigued but if it's like the geek out, it's not for my ears' long term health. Was sharp enough on the top end to give me like a short term tinnitus-like ringing in my right ear.
Any of you guys have thoughts on the LH labs geek pulse?
Intrigued but if it's like the geek out, it's not for my ears' long term health. Was sharp enough on the top end to give me like a short term tinnitus-like ringing in my right ear.
Basically from what I can find, the Geek Pulse is just a larger (desktop) version of the Geek Out. Well at least the base model is. Seriously those guys seem like they are going way over the top with all their "upgrades" and stuff.
I am interested in it though because my DACmini has been away from me for over a month now because CEntrance can't figure out what is causing an audible hiss...
They offered me a refund or I could just wait until their CEO Michael gets back from China to take a look at it for himself..
Currently with LH's offer on IndieGoGo I could get the Geek Pulse for just about the same price ($399) but I am not sure when it would ship...
Not exactly sure what I should do... They both are very similar in specs, both do what I need it to do (amp/dac desktop combo with pass through), and are both in the same form factor/price range that I am comfortable with.
Some one on headfi alerted me that they put up another indiegogo option to pay 4 payments of 99 a month. I jumped on it.. Should be done paying in March and have the unit ship around March as well.Any of you guys have thoughts on the LH labs geek pulse?
Intrigued but if it's like the geek out, it's not for my ears' long term health. Was sharp enough on the top end to give me like a short term tinnitus-like ringing in my right ear.
Basically from what I can find, the Geek Pulse is just a larger (desktop) version of the Geek Out. Well at least the base model is. Seriously those guys seem like they are going way over the top with all their "upgrades" and stuff.
I am interested in it though because my DACmini has been away from me for over a month now because CEntrance can't figure out what is causing an audible hiss...
They offered me a refund or I could just wait until their CEO Michael gets back from China to take a look at it for himself..
Currently with LH's offer on IndieGoGo I could get the Geek Pulse for just about the same price ($399) but I am not sure when it would ship...
Not exactly sure what I should do... They both are very similar in specs, both do what I need it to do (amp/dac desktop combo with pass through), and are both in the same form factor/price range that I am comfortable with.
I think they changed that in the last couple days to either 5 $99 payments or $999 and get a free pair of lcd-2.
Some one on headfi alerted me that they put up another indiegogo option to pay 4 payments of 99 a month. I jumped on it.. Should be done paying in March and have the unit ship around March as well.Any of you guys have thoughts on the LH labs geek pulse?
Intrigued but if it's like the geek out, it's not for my ears' long term health. Was sharp enough on the top end to give me like a short term tinnitus-like ringing in my right ear.
Basically from what I can find, the Geek Pulse is just a larger (desktop) version of the Geek Out. Well at least the base model is. Seriously those guys seem like they are going way over the top with all their "upgrades" and stuff.
I am interested in it though because my DACmini has been away from me for over a month now because CEntrance can't figure out what is causing an audible hiss...
They offered me a refund or I could just wait until their CEO Michael gets back from China to take a look at it for himself..
Currently with LH's offer on IndieGoGo I could get the Geek Pulse for just about the same price ($399) but I am not sure when it would ship...
Not exactly sure what I should do... They both are very similar in specs, both do what I need it to do (amp/dac desktop combo with pass through), and are both in the same form factor/price range that I am comfortable with.
I think they changed that in the last couple days to either 5 $99 payments or $999 and get a free pair of lcd-2.
Does anyone on here have experience with using linear power supplies? Why the hell anyone would pay $800 for a small upgrade in sonic quality for their amp/dac is beyond me.
Some one on headfi alerted me that they put up another indiegogo option to pay 4 payments of 99 a month. I jumped on it.. Should be done paying in March and have the unit ship around March as well.Any of you guys have thoughts on the LH labs geek pulse?
Intrigued but if it's like the geek out, it's not for my ears' long term health. Was sharp enough on the top end to give me like a short term tinnitus-like ringing in my right ear.
Basically from what I can find, the Geek Pulse is just a larger (desktop) version of the Geek Out. Well at least the base model is. Seriously those guys seem like they are going way over the top with all their "upgrades" and stuff.
I am interested in it though because my DACmini has been away from me for over a month now because CEntrance can't figure out what is causing an audible hiss...
They offered me a refund or I could just wait until their CEO Michael gets back from China to take a look at it for himself..
Currently with LH's offer on IndieGoGo I could get the Geek Pulse for just about the same price ($399) but I am not sure when it would ship...
Not exactly sure what I should do... They both are very similar in specs, both do what I need it to do (amp/dac desktop combo with pass through), and are both in the same form factor/price range that I am comfortable with.
I think they changed that in the last couple days to either 5 $99 payments or $999 and get a free pair of lcd-2.
Does anyone on here have experience with using linear power supplies? Why the hell anyone would pay $800 for a small upgrade in sonic quality for their amp/dac is beyond me.
Yeah man, it's power conditioning. Usually if your home electricity is less than optimal you might want to look into one of these. Bad power? Needs conditioning. No bad power? Doesn't sound off? You're A-OK. Power conditioning is expensive to design and a niche item, hence the price.
I own the T90 and I just recently listened to the 990s in store. The T90 are much better, Greater clarity, bass, spacing, and just so much more crisp. The tesla technology is really awesome. However if you like the T90 sound signature, the 990 is a cheaper alternative. T90s only issue is that they can be treble happy for some. Oh and they are extremely comfy.
I'm new on GH so I thought I needed to prove my relevance to this thread... :D
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Really good all-around headphones. Thanks to these I was finally able to get out of the audio arms race...and into the keyboard arms race.
//Speaking of Beyer, the Tesla series gets lots of praise. I personally owned the flagship T1 for half a year and it was the best headphones I have ever listened to. Most comfortable too, no pressure on the top of my head whatsoever unlike all other headphones I have owned. However I don't think 990 would be so similar to T90, 990 supposedly has elevated bass and treble while T90 is more neutral. Maybe the 880 would be more similar to the T90.
Really? From what I've read the T90 is more vshaped than the DT880. The sound signature does seem like so, but very mildly. I'm still undecided. All I know is though, the T90 makes the DT880 sound cheap.
And a surprising fact, the iPhone 6+ drives the T90 quite well, while my old HTC ONE M8 drove it pretty terribly. The apple earpods weren't bad at all, but the volume is quite low, that or my hearing is getting really awful...
he400s have head pounding bass???
man, i must have been hearing them wrong.
I don't know how all you guys feel about ATH-M50s but for christmas I got some velour pads for them so I can ditch the crappy pleather ones they come with.Did they change the sound at all? I'm sure they are way more comfortable!
I don't know how all you guys feel about ATH-M50s but for christmas I got some velour pads for them so I can ditch the crappy pleather ones they come with.Did they change the sound at all? I'm sure they are way more comfortable!
Any recommendations for a pair of closed pair of headphones for use on the go? I'm willing to spend 100 to 150 depending on the difference between price brackets.Beyerdynamic custom one pros.
I have a pair of IEM's,but I find that my ears get irritated by them If I use them for more than an hour or two.
Any recommendations for a pair of closed pair of headphones for use on the go? I'm willing to spend 100 to 150 depending on the difference between price brackets.Beyerdynamic custom one pros.
I have a pair of IEM's,but I find that my ears get irritated by them If I use them for more than an hour or two.
Got a Schiit Lyr, will be getting an SMSL M8 DAC in the near future, and maybe an AKG702 Anni......What model of ifi is that?Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/SchiitLyr_zps940272f4.jpg)
Got a Schiit Lyr, will be getting an SMSL M8 DAC in the near future, and maybe an AKG702 Anni......Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/SchiitLyr_zps940272f4.jpg)
Got a Schiit Lyr, will be getting an SMSL M8 DAC in the near future, and maybe an AKG702 Anni......Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/SchiitLyr_zps940272f4.jpg)
question.
I am upgrading my desktop setup and will be buying some stuff
Is there a dac/amp combo that would power my speakers and headphones so that I don't have to buy 2 separate ones.
I really like the Monoprice Desktop Headphone Amplifier that's on massdrop right now.
More specifically this is what I am going to be playing with
Speakers: http://www.amazon.com/Micca-MB42X-Bookshelf-Speakers-Tweeter/dp/B00E7H8GG2/ref=pd_sim_e_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=1KSW8T0DVHC495PKDYE6
Headphones: http://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1421872084&sr=1-1&keywords=sony+mdr+7506
Any recommendations on the setup would be appreciated.
question.
I am upgrading my desktop setup and will be buying some stuff
Is there a dac/amp combo that would power my speakers and headphones so that I don't have to buy 2 separate ones.
I really like the Monoprice Desktop Headphone Amplifier that's on massdrop right now.
More specifically this is what I am going to be playing with
Speakers: http://www.amazon.com/Micca-MB42X-Bookshelf-Speakers-Tweeter/dp/B00E7H8GG2/ref=pd_sim_e_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=1KSW8T0DVHC495PKDYE6
Headphones: http://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1421872084&sr=1-1&keywords=sony+mdr+7506
Any recommendations on the setup would be appreciated.
What is your budget? Are those bookshelf speakers powered?
Well the monoprice unit you showed is only an amp not a dac. Although I had the fiio e09 which is similar and it had tons of power.question.
I am upgrading my desktop setup and will be buying some stuff
Is there a dac/amp combo that would power my speakers and headphones so that I don't have to buy 2 separate ones.
I really like the Monoprice Desktop Headphone Amplifier that's on massdrop right now.
More specifically this is what I am going to be playing with
Speakers: http://www.amazon.com/Micca-MB42X-Bookshelf-Speakers-Tweeter/dp/B00E7H8GG2/ref=pd_sim_e_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=1KSW8T0DVHC495PKDYE6
Headphones: http://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1421872084&sr=1-1&keywords=sony+mdr+7506
Any recommendations on the setup would be appreciated.
What is your budget? Are those bookshelf speakers powered?
They are not powered and budget for Dac would be about $100.
Well the monoprice unit you showed is only an amp not a dac. Although I had the fiio e09 which is similar and it had tons of power.question.
I am upgrading my desktop setup and will be buying some stuff
Is there a dac/amp combo that would power my speakers and headphones so that I don't have to buy 2 separate ones.
I really like the Monoprice Desktop Headphone Amplifier that's on massdrop right now.
More specifically this is what I am going to be playing with
Speakers: http://www.amazon.com/Micca-MB42X-Bookshelf-Speakers-Tweeter/dp/B00E7H8GG2/ref=pd_sim_e_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=1KSW8T0DVHC495PKDYE6
Headphones: http://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1421872084&sr=1-1&keywords=sony+mdr+7506
Any recommendations on the setup would be appreciated.
What is your budget? Are those bookshelf speakers powered?
They are not powered and budget for Dac would be about $100.
Check out ifi and yulong's cheaper offerings for amp dac combos. For 100 it might be hard to find an amp and dac combo with pass through. You might need to up your budget a little.
Reading through the comments, it sounds like that Monoprice Amp/DAC is a little underwhelming:Well the monoprice unit you showed is only an amp not a dac. Although I had the fiio e09 which is similar and it had tons of power.question.
I am upgrading my desktop setup and will be buying some stuff
Is there a dac/amp combo that would power my speakers and headphones so that I don't have to buy 2 separate ones.
I really like the Monoprice Desktop Headphone Amplifier that's on massdrop right now.
More specifically this is what I am going to be playing with
Speakers: http://www.amazon.com/Micca-MB42X-Bookshelf-Speakers-Tweeter/dp/B00E7H8GG2/ref=pd_sim_e_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=1KSW8T0DVHC495PKDYE6
Headphones: http://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1421872084&sr=1-1&keywords=sony+mdr+7506
Any recommendations on the setup would be appreciated.
What is your budget? Are those bookshelf speakers powered?
They are not powered and budget for Dac would be about $100.
Check out ifi and yulong's cheaper offerings for amp dac combos. For 100 it might be hard to find an amp and dac combo with pass through. You might need to up your budget a little.
It sais it is a dac o.o
Monoprice Desktop Amp / DAC
jkteddy77 5I'm no audiophile and am pretty much a n00b to the hobby, but my understanding is that you'll hear a bigger improvement from from a good amp than from a DAC, so with a $100 budget, I would spend my money on an amp first and find a nice DAC later. I'm quite pleased with the Schitt Magni2Ü (http://schiit.com/products/magni-2) as my headphone amp.
Forewarning, I got this for my DT 990 250ohm version from Amazon, and was very disappointed with it
It is apparently a reboxed Fiio E09k/E11k, but even on max gain and max volume, it didn't impress me. at about 75% it's max volume, it matches my Asus Z97 Pro's op-amp, and my Logitech Z506's built-in amp is actually louder than this amp/dac can go...
The DAC is mediocre, and I couldn't tell the difference between this and the front headphone jack of my PC...
this was only with a 250ohm headset! I'drecommend a better or at least more reputable amp or dac.
Monoprice let me down this time :/
Well the monoprice unit you showed is only an amp not a dac. Although I had the fiio e09 which is similar and it had tons of power.question.
I am upgrading my desktop setup and will be buying some stuff
Is there a dac/amp combo that would power my speakers and headphones so that I don't have to buy 2 separate ones.
I really like the Monoprice Desktop Headphone Amplifier that's on massdrop right now.
More specifically this is what I am going to be playing with
Speakers: http://www.amazon.com/Micca-MB42X-Bookshelf-Speakers-Tweeter/dp/B00E7H8GG2/ref=pd_sim_e_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=1KSW8T0DVHC495PKDYE6
Headphones: http://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1421872084&sr=1-1&keywords=sony+mdr+7506
Any recommendations on the setup would be appreciated.
What is your budget? Are those bookshelf speakers powered?
They are not powered and budget for Dac would be about $100.
Check out ifi and yulong's cheaper offerings for amp dac combos. For 100 it might be hard to find an amp and dac combo with pass through. You might need to up your budget a little.
It sais it is a dac o.o
Monoprice Desktop Amp / DAC
Whoa, this thread has been quiet for a while,so a BUM is necessary. BTW, next week would be a big headphone blowout buys for me, I'd not be getting one, or two headphones....but three higher end cans (one ortho, two dynamic) with one being a flagship model. As usual, I'll be back with pics......What the occasion? I actually just got some new gear as well. I just returned my Dacmini for a full refund and went to my local audio store to pick up a woo audio wa7 fireflies. I haven't taken pictures yet but it is beautiful and sounds so good..
What the occasion? I actually just got some new gear as well. I just returned my Dacmini for a full refund and went to my local audio store to pick up a woo audio wa7 fireflies. I haven't taken pictures yet but it is beautiful and sounds so good..Oh, nothing special, just found some great cans at very nice price.....one being the HifiMan HE400i which I had gotten, returned and repurchasing as the seller is offering it at a nice price. Also, I had thought that it had scratches on one of the cups, but they turned out to be dried glue or something. I won't reveal what the remaining two will be, just gonna let you guys see them when I post pics next week. Oh yeah, I will be getting a Valid as well....
DT 770 Pros 250ohms edition w/ the Schiit audio modi stack. Also those speakers in the background are the Harman and Kardon Soundsticks 3Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/JRZ4sjP.jpg)
DT 770 Pros 250ohms edition w/ the Schiit audio modi stack. Also those speakers in the background are the Harman and Kardon Soundsticks 3Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/JRZ4sjP.jpg)
Nice starting set up! I had the DT770's and I kind of wish I kept them. I need another closed pair of headphones.
I'm thinking like Mr speakers stuff haha. I got to try the alpha primes and oh my were they buttery smooth.DT 770 Pros 250ohms edition w/ the Schiit audio modi stack. Also those speakers in the background are the Harman and Kardon Soundsticks 3Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/JRZ4sjP.jpg)
Nice starting set up! I had the DT770's and I kind of wish I kept them. I need another closed pair of headphones.
im selling a pair of 770 80ohm!
DT 770 Pros 250ohms edition w/ the Schiit audio modi stack. Also those speakers in the background are the Harman and Kardon Soundsticks 3Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/JRZ4sjP.jpg)
Nice starting set up! I had the DT770's and I kind of wish I kept them. I need another closed pair of headphones.
I have a buddy who owns the Alpha Primes and he loves them. I'd say go for them as long as you commit to taking care of them. $1,000 is a lot to drop on headphones.I'm thinking like Mr speakers stuff haha. I got to try the alpha primes and oh my were they buttery smooth.DT 770 Pros 250ohms edition w/ the Schiit audio modi stack. Also those speakers in the background are the Harman and Kardon Soundsticks 3Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/JRZ4sjP.jpg)
Nice starting set up! I had the DT770's and I kind of wish I kept them. I need another closed pair of headphones.
im selling a pair of 770 80ohm!
I have a buddy who owns the Alpha Primes and he loves them. I'd say go for them as long as you commit to taking care of them. $1,000 is a lot to drop on headphones.I'm thinking like Mr speakers stuff haha. I got to try the alpha primes and oh my were they buttery smooth.DT 770 Pros 250ohms edition w/ the Schiit audio modi stack. Also those speakers in the background are the Harman and Kardon Soundsticks 3Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/JRZ4sjP.jpg)
Nice starting set up! I had the DT770's and I kind of wish I kept them. I need another closed pair of headphones.
im selling a pair of 770 80ohm!
should probably post these here..Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/JjdICIP.jpg)
received them last week.
dat bass
JVC HA-SZ2000
JVC HA-SZ2000
What kind of music do you use them for? The reviews look pretty good for them! :)
Current stack:Those are some seriously sexy headphones.Show Image(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7298/16388548901_4b5b7f5dd0_h.jpg)Show Image(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7403/15767835174_6648d76314_h.jpg)Show Image(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7460/15770277103_565a0b7f58_h.jpg)
They really are. You should see them being made, pretty neat stuff. (youtube embed seems to be broken)Current stack:Those are some seriously sexy headphones.Show Image(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7298/16388548901_4b5b7f5dd0_h.jpg)Show Image(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7403/15767835174_6648d76314_h.jpg)Show Image(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7460/15770277103_565a0b7f58_h.jpg)
Current stack:Show Image(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7298/16388548901_4b5b7f5dd0_h.jpg)Show Image(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7403/15767835174_6648d76314_h.jpg)Show Image(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7460/15770277103_565a0b7f58_h.jpg)
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(Attachment Link)I spent a good long while drooling over that WA7 Fireflies when you mentioned it a few days ago :p
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(Attachment Link)What keyboard is that?
(Attachment Link)What keyboard is that?
I really want a stack of Schiit. How do you guys rate them?If you are just starting out in audio or have a strict budget the magni modi 2 combo is awesome for the $200 ish dollars you pay.
If you are just starting out in audio or have a strict budget the magni modi 2 combo is awesome for the $200 ish dollars you pay.
My HiFiMan HE400i came in yesterday, don't know why I'd not jumped on it previously, I find myself liking it a lot, from the sound to just how great it looks.Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/06_zpsvfuuybgi.jpg)
A group shot of my cans, I'd forgotten to include the DT990/600 which was hooked up to my Marantz receiver......Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/10_zpszmdrfixv.jpg)
Current stack:Show Image(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7298/16388548901_4b5b7f5dd0_h.jpg)Show Image(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7403/15767835174_6648d76314_h.jpg)Show Image(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7460/15770277103_565a0b7f58_h.jpg)
I really want a stack of Schiit. How do you guys rate them?If you are just starting out in audio or have a strict budget the magni modi 2 combo is awesome for the $200 ish dollars you pay.
Padawan what amps/dacs are you running? After you get ample head time let me know what you think of the HE400i's bass. Personally I am a bit underwhelmed :( but everything else about it is great, the highs are so clear, the mids are full and the sound stage on them is fantastic. I really need some closed headphones :rolleyes:
Padawan what amps/dacs are you running? After you get ample head time let me know what you think of the HE400i's bass. Personally I am a bit underwhelmed :( but everything else about it is great, the highs are so clear, the mids are full and the sound stage on them is fantastic. I really need some closed headphones :rolleyes:
Interestingly enough... a suggestion given to me by someone else here on GH was perfect for adding the right kind of bass to the HE400i/560.
If you use windows go to your sound devices> right click on your device> go to device properties> enhancements > check Bass Boost and apply settings. You can also EQ it yourself by cutting the low mids, mids, highs by at most 8dB and then compensating with more amp volume.
Padawan what amps/dacs are you running? After you get ample head time let me know what you think of the HE400i's bass. Personally I am a bit underwhelmed :( but everything else about it is great, the highs are so clear, the mids are full and the sound stage on them is fantastic. I really need some closed headphones :rolleyes:
Interestingly enough... a suggestion given to me by someone else here on GH was perfect for adding the right kind of bass to the HE400i/560.
If you use windows go to your sound devices> right click on your device> go to device properties> enhancements > check Bass Boost and apply settings. You can also EQ it yourself by cutting the low mids, mids, highs by at most 8dB and then compensating with more amp volume.
I tend to not mess with those enhancements but I will go ahead and try that today when I get home from work. Thanks Binge! Which of those 2 are you using?
Padawan what amps/dacs are you running? After you get ample head time let me know what you think of the HE400i's bass. Personally I am a bit underwhelmed :( but everything else about it is great, the highs are so clear, the mids are full and the sound stage on them is fantastic. I really need some closed headphones :rolleyes:
Interestingly enough... a suggestion given to me by someone else here on GH was perfect for adding the right kind of bass to the HE400i/560.
If you use windows go to your sound devices> right click on your device> go to device properties> enhancements > check Bass Boost and apply settings. You can also EQ it yourself by cutting the low mids, mids, highs by at most 8dB and then compensating with more amp volume.
I tend to not mess with those enhancements but I will go ahead and try that today when I get home from work. Thanks Binge! Which of those 2 are you using?
I own and love both of them. I have an Aune T1 with the 400i and a O2/ODAC with the 560. I'm getting a different amp/dac soon.
Good Schiit! I haven't had an opportunity to hear the TH900 yet.
Here's my stack:Show Image(http://i840.photobucket.com/albums/zz328/stalker81598/geekhack/DSC_9701-Edit_zpsvyiatjq7.jpg~original)
Padawan what amps/dacs are you running? After you get ample head time let me know what you think of the HE400i's bass. Personally I am a bit underwhelmed :( but everything else about it is great, the highs are so clear, the mids are full and the sound stage on them is fantastic. I really need some closed headphones :rolleyes:
Interestingly enough... a suggestion given to me by someone else here on GH was perfect for adding the right kind of bass to the HE400i/560.
If you use windows go to your sound devices> right click on your device> go to device properties> enhancements > check Bass Boost and apply settings. You can also EQ it yourself by cutting the low mids, mids, highs by at most 8dB and then compensating with more amp volume.
Padawan what amps/dacs are you running? After you get ample head time let me know what you think of the HE400i's bass. Personally I am a bit underwhelmed :( but everything else about it is great, the highs are so clear, the mids are full and the sound stage on them is fantastic. I really need some closed headphones :rolleyes:
Interestingly enough... a suggestion given to me by someone else here on GH was perfect for adding the right kind of bass to the HE400i/560.
If you use windows go to your sound devices> right click on your device> go to device properties> enhancements > check Bass Boost and apply settings. You can also EQ it yourself by cutting the low mids, mids, highs by at most 8dB and then compensating with more amp volume.
Just tried the bass boost option, unfortunately, I didn't like it... :(. To me it just messed with the sound too much, everything else became muted and the bass felt artificially lifted. The bass without any enhancements is still great I just wish it had a bit more head rattle. Thanks for that heads up though, I will probably play around with it a little more.
Padawan what amps/dacs are you running? After you get ample head time let me know what you think of the HE400i's bass. Personally I am a bit underwhelmed :( but everything else about it is great, the highs are so clear, the mids are full and the sound stage on them is fantastic. I really need some closed headphones :rolleyes:
Interestingly enough... a suggestion given to me by someone else here on GH was perfect for adding the right kind of bass to the HE400i/560.
If you use windows go to your sound devices> right click on your device> go to device properties> enhancements > check Bass Boost and apply settings. You can also EQ it yourself by cutting the low mids, mids, highs by at most 8dB and then compensating with more amp volume.
Just tried the bass boost option, unfortunately, I didn't like it... :(. To me it just messed with the sound too much, everything else became muted and the bass felt artificially lifted. The bass without any enhancements is still great I just wish it had a bit more head rattle. Thanks for that heads up though, I will probably play around with it a little more.
Yeah it is food for thought. EQ is much better if you cut, and the Microsoft bass boost is a great example of that ideology. It reduces the low mids mids and highs by -4dB. All things considered you may only need a good 1-2 dB cut instead. The 400i have a fantastic sound, and my wife likes them stock. I think on my O2/ODAC the bass boost is almost necessary if I want to relax.
Padawan what amps/dacs are you running? After you get ample head time let me know what you think of the HE400i's bass. Personally I am a bit underwhelmed :( but everything else about it is great, the highs are so clear, the mids are full and the sound stage on them is fantastic. I really need some closed headphones :rolleyes:
Interestingly enough... a suggestion given to me by someone else here on GH was perfect for adding the right kind of bass to the HE400i/560.
If you use windows go to your sound devices> right click on your device> go to device properties> enhancements > check Bass Boost and apply settings. You can also EQ it yourself by cutting the low mids, mids, highs by at most 8dB and then compensating with more amp volume.
Just tried the bass boost option, unfortunately, I didn't like it... :(. To me it just messed with the sound too much, everything else became muted and the bass felt artificially lifted. The bass without any enhancements is still great I just wish it had a bit more head rattle. Thanks for that heads up though, I will probably play around with it a little more.
Yeah it is food for thought. EQ is much better if you cut, and the Microsoft bass boost is a great example of that ideology. It reduces the low mids mids and highs by -4dB. All things considered you may only need a good 1-2 dB cut instead. The 400i have a fantastic sound, and my wife likes them stock. I think on my O2/ODAC the bass boost is almost necessary if I want to relax.
Yeah the 400i has a very lovely sound signature. They are so much more clear than the original HE400's.
Is your O2/Odac in a single housing? When I had my stand alone Odac I actually found that if you plugged headphones straight into the output you would get massive amounts of bass. Like unholy amounts of bass. Just something interesting I found haha.
A couple of audio source hardware purchases since I'm done with buying cans (I hope! :p ). A Schiit Vali and a Light Harmonic Geek Pulse....Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/geek%20pulse_zps8r5buwbm.jpg)
sold my schiit stack ;_;
need to buy mm2 uber now.
but need to sell my jvc to fund it.
im looking at ubers for the optical out and so i can connect speakers. sometimes i dont feel like wearing headphones :P
sold my schiit stack ;_;
need to buy mm2 uber now.
but need to sell my jvc to fund it.
I didn't get the Uber ones. But these mm2's are still amazing. It powers the DT990s wonderfully. But now I have been eyeballing the HD600's..
So I've got my Spirit One S and HP50s back now. Not enjoying the sound of the Spirit One S as much as the HP50s, but the HP50s are just too uncomfortable for me to wear long term. Comfort of the Focals are slightly above average. Thinking about selling both of them now :\
So I've got my Spirit One S and HP50s back now. Not enjoying the sound of the Spirit One S as much as the HP50s, but the HP50s are just too uncomfortable for me to wear long term. Comfort of the Focals are slightly above average. Thinking about selling both of them now :\
What is uncomfortable about them? I thought the DT990's pinched way to much and I could only wear it for about an hour. I left them bent out on some books for 2 days, then used my hand to flex the band a bit more. Heavenly bliss now.
So I've got my Spirit One S and HP50s back now. Not enjoying the sound of the Spirit One S as much as the HP50s, but the HP50s are just too uncomfortable for me to wear long term. Comfort of the Focals are slightly above average. Thinking about selling both of them now :\
What is uncomfortable about them? I thought the DT990's pinched way to much and I could only wear it for about an hour. I left them bent out on some books for 2 days, then used my hand to flex the band a bit more. Heavenly bliss now.
The clamp + glasses is killing me, and the headband is kinda awkward. Earcups aren't deep enough either, even after doing a spacer mod with cables. Literally my most comfortable set of cans right now are my M50s but I dislike their sound greatly.
So I've got my Spirit One S and HP50s back now. Not enjoying the sound of the Spirit One S as much as the HP50s, but the HP50s are just too uncomfortable for me to wear long term. Comfort of the Focals are slightly above average. Thinking about selling both of them now :\
What is uncomfortable about them? I thought the DT990's pinched way to much and I could only wear it for about an hour. I left them bent out on some books for 2 days, then used my hand to flex the band a bit more. Heavenly bliss now.
The clamp + glasses is killing me, and the headband is kinda awkward. Earcups aren't deep enough either, even after doing a spacer mod with cables. Literally my most comfortable set of cans right now are my M50s but I dislike their sound greatly.
Sell them all and upgrade to one better pair?
So I've got my Spirit One S and HP50s back now. Not enjoying the sound of the Spirit One S as much as the HP50s, but the HP50s are just too uncomfortable for me to wear long term. Comfort of the Focals are slightly above average. Thinking about selling both of them now :\
What is uncomfortable about them? I thought the DT990's pinched way to much and I could only wear it for about an hour. I left them bent out on some books for 2 days, then used my hand to flex the band a bit more. Heavenly bliss now.
The clamp + glasses is killing me, and the headband is kinda awkward. Earcups aren't deep enough either, even after doing a spacer mod with cables. Literally my most comfortable set of cans right now are my M50s but I dislike their sound greatly.
Sell them all and upgrade to one better pair?
That's the plan!!! but to what? :D
So I've got my Spirit One S and HP50s back now. Not enjoying the sound of the Spirit One S as much as the HP50s, but the HP50s are just too uncomfortable for me to wear long term. Comfort of the Focals are slightly above average. Thinking about selling both of them now :\
What is uncomfortable about them? I thought the DT990's pinched way to much and I could only wear it for about an hour. I left them bent out on some books for 2 days, then used my hand to flex the band a bit more. Heavenly bliss now.
The clamp + glasses is killing me, and the headband is kinda awkward. Earcups aren't deep enough either, even after doing a spacer mod with cables. Literally my most comfortable set of cans right now are my M50s but I dislike their sound greatly.
Sell them all and upgrade to one better pair?
That's the plan!!! but to what? :D
Well what is your preferred sound signature? Do you want open or closed? Also what are you driving it with? I am sure comfort is high up there since you mentioned your glasses. Also budget, do you want to spend all the money you make from selling your other cans?
So I've got my Spirit One S and HP50s back now. Not enjoying the sound of the Spirit One S as much as the HP50s, but the HP50s are just too uncomfortable for me to wear long term. Comfort of the Focals are slightly above average. Thinking about selling both of them now :\
What is uncomfortable about them? I thought the DT990's pinched way to much and I could only wear it for about an hour. I left them bent out on some books for 2 days, then used my hand to flex the band a bit more. Heavenly bliss now.
The clamp + glasses is killing me, and the headband is kinda awkward. Earcups aren't deep enough either, even after doing a spacer mod with cables. Literally my most comfortable set of cans right now are my M50s but I dislike their sound greatly.
Sell them all and upgrade to one better pair?
That's the plan!!! but to what? :D
Well what is your preferred sound signature? Do you want open or closed? Also what are you driving it with? I am sure comfort is high up there since you mentioned your glasses. Also budget, do you want to spend all the money you make from selling your other cans?
I'm going pretty all in once I sell them both, all towards new closed cans. Sound signature I like is neutral, maybe some warmth similar to the HP50s. Driving them with E17 for now until I get a stack. The Squad has been recommending me Fostex TH600s :P
I picked up some Sennheiser HD 598s from Amazon Warehouse Deals for $120... I think I might like them more than my AKG K7XX ($200) - they sound amazing and they're comfy as all ****. :-X :-\ fml
I picked up some Sennheiser HD 598s from Amazon Warehouse Deals for $120... I think I might like them more than my AKG K7XX ($200) - they sound amazing and they're comfy as all ****. :-X :-\ fml
I picked up some Sennheiser HD 598s from Amazon Warehouse Deals for $120... I think I might like them more than my AKG K7XX ($200) - they sound amazing and they're comfy as all ****. :-X :-\ fml
I need to try those. The best headphones I've tried to date are some Beyerdynamics. I think they were DT 770s. As soon as I see a pair of DT 770s, DT 880s, or DT 990s down around $100 again, I think I'll be grabbing one.
I picked up some Sennheiser HD 598s from Amazon Warehouse Deals for $120... I think I might like them more than my AKG K7XX ($200) - they sound amazing and they're comfy as all ****. :-X :-\ fml
I need to try those. The best headphones I've tried to date are some Beyerdynamics. I think they were DT 770s. As soon as I see a pair of DT 770s, DT 880s, or DT 990s down around $100 again, I think I'll be grabbing one.
Been eying the Beyers as well, thinking a closed headphone like the 770 would be a good compliment to my AKGs, but after being blown away by the 598s I think I'd want to test-drive before buying if at all possible - I need to find a good hi-fi shop in the area to sample some cans! If you ever want to borrow the 598s to test 'em out let me know :thumb:I picked up some Sennheiser HD 598s from Amazon Warehouse Deals for $120... I think I might like them more than my AKG K7XX ($200) - they sound amazing and they're comfy as all ****. :-X :-\ fml
I need to try those. The best headphones I've tried to date are some Beyerdynamics. I think they were DT 770s. As soon as I see a pair of DT 770s, DT 880s, or DT 990s down around $100 again, I think I'll be grabbing one.
I prefer the HD598 over the K/Q7xx as well. The AKGs sound a bit thin and harsh with some peaks in the upper mids that make them fatiguing to me. They have a grainy, dry sound. The HD598 is just on the warm side of neutral and has a much more euphonic sound that is never fatiguing.
Picked up a Beyerdynamic T1 last week and I am really enjoying it. It definitely impressed me more out of the box than the HD800 did when I first heard it. I've never heard a headphone with such a buttery smooth midrange that presents with this level of detail and finesse. By comparison, the soundstage of the HD800 is larger in the sense that sounds seem farther away, and somehow less tangible. The T1 places sounds slightly closer with equal positional accuracy and an absolutely mind blowing level of clarity.
It's still a bit to early to decide for sure, but this thing may drive me to liquidate my HD800.Show Image(http://i840.photobucket.com/albums/zz328/stalker81598/geekhack/DSC_3068_zpsdu7n7308.jpg~original)
Mind me asking what camera are you using?
Damn, your camera game is as on point as your headphone game! :eek: :thumb:
Mind me asking what camera are you using?
It's a Nikon Df with a 50mm Zeiss Planar T
do ear phones count? love my shure se215sI see no reason to discriminate, post 'em up! Seems like you aren't the only one happy with em: http://www.head-fi.org/products/shure-se215
do ear phones count? love my shure se215s
So not exactly a headphone question, but I didn't think it warranted a new thread. I want to get a subwoofer, what should I look for if I just want to find an old one of Ebay? And this (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lepai-LP-2020A-Tripath-Class-T-Hi-Fi-Audio-Mini-Amp-with-Power-Supply-310-300-/321471614365?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4ad9338d9d) is the amp I have, I'm assuming I'll need a new one?
whoops, for home.So not exactly a headphone question, but I didn't think it warranted a new thread. I want to get a subwoofer, what should I look for if I just want to find an old one of Ebay? And this (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lepai-LP-2020A-Tripath-Class-T-Hi-Fi-Audio-Mini-Amp-with-Power-Supply-310-300-/321471614365?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4ad9338d9d) is the amp I have, I'm assuming I'll need a new one?
A sub for home or car?
I'm trying to find a wireless pair of headphones that won't cost me a damn fortune..
whoops, for home.So not exactly a headphone question, but I didn't think it warranted a new thread. I want to get a subwoofer, what should I look for if I just want to find an old one of Ebay? And this (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lepai-LP-2020A-Tripath-Class-T-Hi-Fi-Audio-Mini-Amp-with-Power-Supply-310-300-/321471614365?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4ad9338d9d) is the amp I have, I'm assuming I'll need a new one?
A sub for home or car?
I'm trying to find a wireless pair of headphones that won't cost me a damn fortune..
Me too. JayBird BlueBuds X have good critics, but are way expensive. Any alternatives?
I decided to use my Geek Pulse on my 2nd rig, I replaced it with an iFi iDSD Nano + Lyr stack, liking what I see and hear thus far....oh yeah, since they have that aluminum look, I decided to break out my YoTH again. ;)I've still got 2 more payments on my geek pulse :( should see it around April though. Can you give some impressions? There are so few reviews out there it makes me worried. Have you heard of lachlan likes a thing? If you haven't try googling it. He is some small reviewer that got a faulty unit and kind of bashed the Geek Pulse.Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/004_zpskvoozlfy.jpg)
I've still got 2 more payments on my geek pulse :( should see it around April though. Can you give some impressions? There are so few reviews out there it makes me worried. Have you heard of lachlan likes a thing? If you haven't try googling it. He is some small reviewer that got a faulty unit and kind of bashed the Geek Pulse.I know, that lachlanlikesathing YT reviews he does, and yes, his was apparently a faulty unit. No issue with mine, though I've been warned that I should always power on first, wait a few sec BEFORE plugging in my cans. When you're done listening, always unplug the can first before powering off. I follow that regime and thus have no issue. As for sound, I don't have golden ears, but I do find the Lyr + Nano iDSD stack to have a little more 'weight', plus the tilt towards warmer sound is always welcomed.....to me at least. Mine is the Geek Pulse Standard, no perks and whatnot, it is actually quite a capable unit, sounds pretty good and powerful enough to drive my DT990/600, LCD2.2 and HD800 with ease.
That's good to hear. I would hate to have buyers remorse before I even receive mine lol. But since I got the wa7 my plan is to use the Geek Pulse as a dac since everyone raves over the dac chip used. That's good the amp is powerful but I'm guessing the tubes of the lyr are just too good I'm sure.I've still got 2 more payments on my geek pulse :( should see it around April though. Can you give some impressions? There are so few reviews out there it makes me worried. Have you heard of lachlan likes a thing? If you haven't try googling it. He is some small reviewer that got a faulty unit and kind of bashed the Geek Pulse.I know, that lachlanlikesathing YT reviews he does, and yes, his was apparently a faulty unit. No issue with mine, though I've been warned that I should always power on first, wait a few sec BEFORE plugging in my cans. When you're done listening, always unplug the can first before powering off. I follow that regime and thus have no issue. As for sound, I don't have golden ears, but I do find the Lyr + Nano iDSD stack to have a little more 'weight', plus the tilt towards warmer sound is always welcomed.....to me at least. Mine is the Geek Pulse Standard, no perks and whatnot, it is actually quite a capable unit, sounds pretty good and powerful enough to drive my DT990/600, LCD2.2 and HD800 with ease.
No, I'm not really into sporting a helicopter pilot headset for leet gam0rz pwnage dominance, shooting for looks and bling and style, all surface no substance. Well, not a lot, maybe just a little. I mean, I've seen such headsets ebay for cheap ($25-50) and they do indeed look quite cool, and there's no reason not to swap out "bad" audio components for better ones to get the best of both worlds. Not seriously high-end snooty audiophile stuff, definitely no Turtle Beach or Bose or Sennheiser brand whoring, but I think it shouldn't be completely impossible to expect some "surprisingly good" audio quality, no?
Yet another can to my collection, Philips did go out of the way to build a can with good quality material, solid feel and premium look. Just started putting this can, Philips Fidelio X1, through its paces....Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/x1%2001_zpsh4uklxdg.jpg)
Yet another can to my collection, Philips did go out of the way to build a can with good quality material, solid feel and premium look. Just started putting this can, Philips Fidelio X1, through its paces....Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/x1%2001_zpsh4uklxdg.jpg)
You are spending all this money on headphones, where are your keyboards??
You are spending all this money on headphones, where are your keyboards??Heh, I'm supposed to pick up a Ducky 4 69 Fire Edition, but the shop's kind of far from where I am, plus I usually busy come end of the month, plus I'll have to go to China for a short trip. Guess I'll pick it up by the end of the first week of March. I'm limiting myself to special or limited edition keyboards from now on.
Sifo has joined the fostex squad hype
Sifo has joined the fostex squad hype
demik has joined the fostex squad, also
Sifo has joined the fostex squad hype
demik has joined the fostex squad, also
/me has been on the (modded) fostex squad hype
Can you guys please upgrade your dac and amp :p now
Sifo has joined the fostex squad hype
demik has joined the fostex squad, also
You are spending all this money on headphones, where are your keyboards??Quoting you again, decided to keep my keyboard creds alive and kicking...
Now I'm looking to swap new 50mm drivers into my new (used) P51 unit, which currently sounds worse than Dollar Store headphones for music, it sounds all flat like an AM-radio on hyper treble, yet also utterly lacks any sort of bass percussion. Other than sucky sound it is a truly awesome headset, lol. I would use it for listening to music (metal, techno, industrial, rock, floyd, classical, dance, a little girly pop - pretty much anything which ain't hip hop or country), movies (mostly talking, emo soundtracks, loud motors, and sci-fi laser noises), and games (footsteps, explosions, gunfire, the occasional chainsaw, screams of agony, squishy butchering noises)- and I would want it all to sound its best!
I'm a hard tech, hard specs, results-oriented kinda guy, can't work a lot with vaguely qualitative (and totally subjective) audiophile descriptors. I figure quality of sound reproduction in headphones must depend entirely on a combination of:Not interested at this time in re-lining or re-designing the cans - besides, they are really comfy and have superb sound damping and truly superior build quality and they just look awesome. But the electrical rework is simple enough. And there are plenty of 50mm speaker parts available, most not very expensive. But I'm confused about which would likely serve my needs best, which frequency response parameters would actually matter most. Narrowed it down to two products -
- signal quality of the electrical pathway (wire gauge/conductance, connectors, etc)
- actual performance parameters of the drivers/speakers
- acoustic properties of materials around and between the drivers and the ear (damping-vs-frequency curves, etc)
- acoustic properties of the spacial geometry within the cans (echoes, resonance, etc)
http://szhonson.en.alibaba.com/product/826570668-218406959/50mm_32_Ohms_20mW_Headphone_Speaker.html
http://szhonson.en.alibaba.com/product/826581539-218406959/50mm_70_Ohms_10mW_Headset_Speaker.html
Help, advice, please?
(My audio source can easily drive 16-300 Ohm speakers, and software amp/EQ/FX can easily tweak sound.)
My earlier question was intended more about asking which frequency ranges are more important, more commonly present in the type of listening I would like to do. Which frequency ranges in the audible spectrum would my random music and lasers and butchering sounds tend to emphasize? Armed with such information I could select the "optimal" speaker for my needs, disregard the ones which overperform in ways that fall outside of my needs, and - ultimately - end up with the best possible (or at least a mildly great) headphone listening experience.
Only gonna have one or two headphones, not a different pair for each different entertainment experience. So I would like to invest a little and get something good in return.
<5% and <3% THD is "very high"? What sort of THD figures would be considered "low" or even "average" then?
My earlier question was intended more about asking which frequency ranges are more important, more commonly present in the type of listening I would like to do. Which frequency ranges in the audible spectrum would my random music and lasers and butchering sounds tend to emphasize? Armed with such information I could select the "optimal" speaker, disregarding the ones which underperform for my needs (and/or overperform in ways which fall outside of my needs), and - ultimately - end up with the best possible (or at least a reasonably great) headphone listening experience.
Only gonna have one or two headphones/headsets, not a different pair to don for each different mood and each different entertainment experience. So I don't mind investing a little to get something good in return.
Also, objective though you may be, you still have a preference. Do you want to emphasize the bass or hear it as it was recorded (and possibly assuming someone would boost it anyway), etc.
You seem to be suggesting that my specs/tech/math approach isn't necessarily the best plan. I admit that I can't really understand why that is, raw data never lies, lol. Willing to compromise and head over to the hi-fi stores to personally test/experience/compare some headphone offerings, learn more about what I like and dislike. (Maybe follow up by researching specs on the particular parts the "best" products use.) Again, I'm still noob, I hardly even know audiophile terminology, let alone what it signifies. I like technically precise (and thus technically meaningful, reproducible) definitions far more than subjective (and thus individualized qualitative) expressions. :p
So, really a speaker question, but I figured it was fine to post this here to. I want to upgrade my speaker setup (right now all I have are two Infinity RS-125s and a junk amp). I found this sub (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/ele/4903888569.html) and this receiver (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/ele/4900872208.html). I just wanted to make sure there wouldn't be any problems or anything I should know, or anything better I could look into (I'm not super picky or anything though)? I really know next to nothing about speakers and the like so sorry if this is a silly question :rolleyes:
ah, so passive subwoofers need an amp, but if they're powered they can just be hooked up to a receiver?So, really a speaker question, but I figured it was fine to post this here to. I want to upgrade my speaker setup (right now all I have are two Infinity RS-125s and a junk amp). I found this sub (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/ele/4903888569.html) and this receiver (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/ele/4900872208.html). I just wanted to make sure there wouldn't be any problems or anything I should know, or anything better I could look into (I'm not super picky or anything though)? I really know next to nothing about speakers and the like so sorry if this is a silly question :rolleyes:
Looks like that receiver is going to want a powered sub. You'd need an amp for that subwoofer.
ah, so passive subwoofers need an amp, but if they're powered they can just be hooked up to a receiver?So, really a speaker question, but I figured it was fine to post this here to. I want to upgrade my speaker setup (right now all I have are two Infinity RS-125s and a junk amp). I found this sub (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/ele/4903888569.html) and this receiver (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/ele/4900872208.html). I just wanted to make sure there wouldn't be any problems or anything I should know, or anything better I could look into (I'm not super picky or anything though)? I really know next to nothing about speakers and the like so sorry if this is a silly question :rolleyes:
Looks like that receiver is going to want a powered sub. You'd need an amp for that subwoofer.
So something like this (http://www.ebay.com/itm/301545451287?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT) and this[/ulr] would work? (http://www.ebay.com/itm/271784606283?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT)ah, so passive subwoofers need an amp, but if they're powered they can just be hooked up to a receiver?So, really a speaker question, but I figured it was fine to post this here to. I want to upgrade my speaker setup (right now all I have are two Infinity RS-125s and a junk amp). I found this sub (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/ele/4903888569.html) and this receiver (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/ele/4900872208.html). I just wanted to make sure there wouldn't be any problems or anything I should know, or anything better I could look into (I'm not super picky or anything though)? I really know next to nothing about speakers and the like so sorry if this is a silly question :rolleyes:
Looks like that receiver is going to want a powered sub. You'd need an amp for that subwoofer.
If the receiver has speaker terminals it is probably powering the subwoofer, and you can hook up a passive subwoofer. If it's an RCA out like that it is likely providing a line level output, so needs an active, powered subwoofer (or a passive subwoofer with an amp.)
I didn't see subwoofer out on that STRD315. It has A and B speakers, but they'd both be full-range; there is no crossover to send the lows to a subwoofer.Alright, thanks for the help!
But you could use that subwoofer with the first receiver you showed.
no th600 today, thanks usps you ****s.
Have any of you guys tried out the Takstar 2050s? The Superlux 681s were just painful for my giant head, so I've got to try something elseI have the Qpad QH-85 which are basically the same but with a removable mic. I have a pretty big head (I need to fully extend the headband on like all headphones I've tested) and I find them very comfortable!Show Image(http://era-in-ear.com/files/products/Naushniki_TAKSTAR_HI_2050_225_2_63554420.jpg)
just received this baby, love the sound :)
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8628/16702705952_f4f653e24c_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rrXJyQ)DSC00862 (https://flic.kr/p/rrXJyQ) by epzyy (https://www.flickr.com/people/125332711@N02/), on Flickr
Have any of you guys tried out the Takstar 2050s? The Superlux 681s were just painful for my giant head, so I've got to try something elseI have the Qpad QH-85 which are basically the same but with a removable mic. I have a pretty big head (I need to fully extend the headband on like all headphones I've tested) and I find them very comfortable!Show Image(http://era-in-ear.com/files/products/Naushniki_TAKSTAR_HI_2050_225_2_63554420.jpg)
I've been using them for over a year now without any problems.Show Image(http://www.qpad.se/uploads2/Product_pictures/QH-85-90/qh85b.png)
just received this baby, love the sound :)
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8628/16702705952_f4f653e24c_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rrXJyQ)DSC00862 (https://flic.kr/p/rrXJyQ) by epzyy (https://www.flickr.com/people/125332711@N02/), on Flickr
Those are really really pretty.
i'm a th600 believer ;_;
i'm a th600 believer ;_;
Give me your th600 and make me a believer. QQ.
With any luck, I'd be joining the Fostex club......working on getting a TH900, should be my last can purchase as I'd cover bot close and open ortho and dynamic cans. I'm just short of a close dynamic.....for now.Jeezus padawan you already have more cans collectively than everyone else in this thread lol
i'm a th600 believer ;_;
Give me your th600 and make me a believer. QQ.
never ;_;Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/xgeG8X7.jpg)
Jeezus padawan you already have more cans collectively than everyone else in this thread lolI have nine mid tier to flagship cans, excluding two entry level cans in the HD555 and ATH-AD700X, with open and close orthos (including an LCD2.2 non-Fazor), with three flagship open dynamic....that's when I'd realized close dynamic isn't represented in my collection, I figured either a TH600 or TH900 would be good close dynamic cans......though I do believe they aren't fully close back. Doesn't matter as I believe the TH600/900 would still provide a degree of isolation, I presently have MrSpeakers Alpha Dog as my close back ortho, so a TH600 (at the very least) would be a great close back dynamic can.
As for me I'm done purchasing gear for a while. I'm very content with my set up and probably will only add some totl headphones to my collection when I have big bucks to blow lol. Audeze here I come.
Jeezus padawan you already have more cans collectively than everyone else in this thread lolI have nine mid tier to flagship cans, excluding two entry level cans in the HD555 and ATH-AD700X, with open and close orthos (including an LCD2.2 non-Fazor), with three flagship open dynamic....that's when I'd realized close dynamic isn't represented in my collection, I figured either a TH600 or TH900 would be good close dynamic cans......though I do believe they aren't fully close back. Doesn't matter as I believe the TH600/900 would still provide a degree of isolation, I presently have MrSpeakers Alpha Dog as my close back ortho, so a TH600 (at the very least) would be a great close back dynamic can.
As for me I'm done purchasing gear for a while. I'm very content with my set up and probably will only add some totl headphones to my collection when I have big bucks to blow lol. Audeze here I come.
If I get the TH900, it'd signal the end of my buying spree for audio as I have three audio setups (Schiit Lyr + iFi iDSD Nano stack, Geek Pulse Standard combo, Schiit Vali + Fostex HPA4 stack) for three rigs, and ten mid-tier to flagship cans to rotate. BTW, the Philips Fidelio X1 is one outstanding can, I find myself using it more often than not for gaming, movies and music. Great bass extension that doesn't muddies mids much, good mids and highs,certainly worth the 160USD I'd paid for mine. I've heard the X2 is more balanced, with perhaps better mids due to a reduced bass, but I kinda like the X1 as it is.
yessir
yessir
Looks awesome. Is it the Magni/Modii? I could really do with a set of those...
Did you get the Modi Uber too?
My latest acquisition, Grado GS1000i...I've only seen grados in person never actually put them on. I've always wondered how is the comfort on those?Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/20150309_214224_zpscn1qn1te.jpg)
I've only seen grados in person never actually put them on. I've always wondered how is the comfort on those?I'm putting it through its pace now, it's quite comfortable actually (though the cushion pad on mine needs to be replaced), there's a very slight clamping force that doesn't bother me one bit. The sound is......very good even in the face of the other cans I have. It's quite transparent, wide soundstage (NOT up to HD800 level, but great width and height, perhaps not the depth of the HD800), good bass (haven't tried A/B'ing the HD800 and it, but it seems to have better bass I think, very good vocals. Needless to say, but I'll say it anyway, I'm pleased as punch with it.... :thumb:
yessir
Looks awesome. Is it the Magni/Modii? I could really do with a set of those...
Did you get the Modi Uber too?
magni 2 uber, modi 2 uber
here's a better picture of itShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/5jrBMXj.jpg)
also, apparently these guys import for europe?
http://www.schiit-europe.com/
Yeah but shipping is probably cheaper and faster.yessir
Looks awesome. Is it the Magni/Modii? I could really do with a set of those...
Did you get the Modi Uber too?
magni 2 uber, modi 2 uber
here's a better picture of itShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/5jrBMXj.jpg)
also, apparently these guys import for europe?
http://www.schiit-europe.com/
I think you can just buy them off the normal Schiit website. Looks a lot easier, that site looks all over the place.
The US site sells them with UK power adaptors too.
Yeah but shipping is probably cheaper and faster.
Sennheiser 439's here. I got them for $40 and they're the best headphones I've ever used. They bleed like hell though.
What headphones would you guys recommend for a schiit modi+magni 2 stack?In my opinion you can't go wrong with those. If you aren't in a rush, the massdrop AKG 7XX are a popular choice at that price point. Or hd600/hd650. What's your hard limit?
I'm a total audio noob, but if it helps, I mostly listen to classic rock, and alternative music. I'm looking to spend around $200-250 for the headphones. I keep looking at dt990 600ohm by beyer, but I'm assuming there's probably a lot of other options out there too. Like keyboards, the selection is almost overwhelming for someone coming into the hobby. Thanks! :)
I'm in no rush! I planned on ordering the stack soon, but I want to make sure I pick out a good pair of headphones since there are so many options to consider. I think $250 is the highest I could go, but if something really nice is slightly above that, I think I could wiggle up somewhat. I'll definitely look into some Massdrop offerings, do they offer pretty good discounts off the MSRP? I think I remember seeing the dt990's as low as $240, which Amazon has currently listed at $329. Thanks so much for the help, radio! :thumb:What headphones would you guys recommend for a schiit modi+magni 2 stack?In my opinion you can't go wrong with those. If you aren't in a rush, the massdrop AKG 7XX are a popular choice at that price point. Or hd600/hd650. What's your hard limit?
I'm a total audio noob, but if it helps, I mostly listen to classic rock, and alternative music. I'm looking to spend around $200-250 for the headphones. I keep looking at dt990 600ohm by beyer, but I'm assuming there's probably a lot of other options out there too. Like keyboards, the selection is almost overwhelming for someone coming into the hobby. Thanks! :)
I'm in no rush! I planned on ordering the stack soon, but I want to make sure I pick out a good pair of headphones since there are so many options to consider. I think $250 is the highest I could go, but if something really nice is slightly above that, I think I could wiggle up somewhat. I'll definitely look into some Massdrop offerings, do they offer pretty good discounts off the MSRP? I think I remember seeing the dt990's as low as $240, which Amazon has currently listed at $329. Thanks so much for the help, radio! :thumb:What headphones would you guys recommend for a schiit modi+magni 2 stack?In my opinion you can't go wrong with those. If you aren't in a rush, the massdrop AKG 7XX are a popular choice at that price point. Or hd600/hd650. What's your hard limit?
I'm a total audio noob, but if it helps, I mostly listen to classic rock, and alternative music. I'm looking to spend around $200-250 for the headphones. I keep looking at dt990 600ohm by beyer, but I'm assuming there's probably a lot of other options out there too. Like keyboards, the selection is almost overwhelming for someone coming into the hobby. Thanks! :)
I'm really thinking I should just go for the 250ohm and stop obsessing over the impedance level so much, I probably wouldn't be able to discern any difference between 250ohm's and 600. Thanks byker!! ;DI'm in no rush! I planned on ordering the stack soon, but I want to make sure I pick out a good pair of headphones since there are so many options to consider. I think $250 is the highest I could go, but if something really nice is slightly above that, I think I could wiggle up somewhat. I'll definitely look into some Massdrop offerings, do they offer pretty good discounts off the MSRP? I think I remember seeing the dt990's as low as $240, which Amazon has currently listed at $329. Thanks so much for the help, radio! :thumb:What headphones would you guys recommend for a schiit modi+magni 2 stack?In my opinion you can't go wrong with those. If you aren't in a rush, the massdrop AKG 7XX are a popular choice at that price point. Or hd600/hd650. What's your hard limit?
I'm a total audio noob, but if it helps, I mostly listen to classic rock, and alternative music. I'm looking to spend around $200-250 for the headphones. I keep looking at dt990 600ohm by beyer, but I'm assuming there's probably a lot of other options out there too. Like keyboards, the selection is almost overwhelming for someone coming into the hobby. Thanks! :)
I got the DT990 Pro (250ohm) off of Amazon.com last year for $140. They are great headphones! I really like them and overtime I listen to them it persuades me from upgrading. :P
I'm really thinking I should just go for the 250ohm and stop obsessing over the impedance level so much, I probably wouldn't be able to discern any difference between 250ohm's and 600. Thanks byker!! ;DI'm in no rush! I planned on ordering the stack soon, but I want to make sure I pick out a good pair of headphones since there are so many options to consider. I think $250 is the highest I could go, but if something really nice is slightly above that, I think I could wiggle up somewhat. I'll definitely look into some Massdrop offerings, do they offer pretty good discounts off the MSRP? I think I remember seeing the dt990's as low as $240, which Amazon has currently listed at $329. Thanks so much for the help, radio! :thumb:What headphones would you guys recommend for a schiit modi+magni 2 stack?In my opinion you can't go wrong with those. If you aren't in a rush, the massdrop AKG 7XX are a popular choice at that price point. Or hd600/hd650. What's your hard limit?
I'm a total audio noob, but if it helps, I mostly listen to classic rock, and alternative music. I'm looking to spend around $200-250 for the headphones. I keep looking at dt990 600ohm by beyer, but I'm assuming there's probably a lot of other options out there too. Like keyboards, the selection is almost overwhelming for someone coming into the hobby. Thanks! :)
I got the DT990 Pro (250ohm) off of Amazon.com last year for $140. They are great headphones! I really like them and overtime I listen to them it persuades me from upgrading. :p
Yeah, oddly enough Amazon is listing 250 and 600 for the same price at $379, I know I've seen both variants for much cheaper occasionally, so I guess the best thing right now would be to just wait for a better deal to come around, I'll definitely be in touch should I have any questions! ;DI'm really thinking I should just go for the 250ohm and stop obsessing over the impedance level so much, I probably wouldn't be able to discern any difference between 250ohm's and 600. Thanks byker!! ;DI'm in no rush! I planned on ordering the stack soon, but I want to make sure I pick out a good pair of headphones since there are so many options to consider. I think $250 is the highest I could go, but if something really nice is slightly above that, I think I could wiggle up somewhat. I'll definitely look into some Massdrop offerings, do they offer pretty good discounts off the MSRP? I think I remember seeing the dt990's as low as $240, which Amazon has currently listed at $329. Thanks so much for the help, radio! :thumb:What headphones would you guys recommend for a schiit modi+magni 2 stack?In my opinion you can't go wrong with those. If you aren't in a rush, the massdrop AKG 7XX are a popular choice at that price point. Or hd600/hd650. What's your hard limit?
I'm a total audio noob, but if it helps, I mostly listen to classic rock, and alternative music. I'm looking to spend around $200-250 for the headphones. I keep looking at dt990 600ohm by beyer, but I'm assuming there's probably a lot of other options out there too. Like keyboards, the selection is almost overwhelming for someone coming into the hobby. Thanks! :)
I got the DT990 Pro (250ohm) off of Amazon.com last year for $140. They are great headphones! I really like them and overtime I listen to them it persuades me from upgrading. :p
I think if they were the same price I would get the 600ohm. But you can get the pros for crazy cheap considering the quality of headphone you are getting, which makes them worth it to me. :) Let me know if you have any questions about them..
You could also try the Philips Fidelio x1Thanks cmadrid! This is harder than keyboards! :-\ :-\
http://www.amazon.com/Philips-X1-28-Over-Ear-Headphones/dp/B00B3QD94O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1426103608&sr=8-1&keywords=fidelio+x1
or some HiFiMan HE-400s
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B007ZG32I4/ref=dp_olp_used?ie=UTF8&condition=used
Got my Takstar hi 2050s.. I got a brainwavz HM5 velour pads to put on it too, but trying to get them on the Takstars is making me want to kill something >_<Did you notice any difference in sound with the MH5 pads?
Got my Takstar hi 2050s.. I got a brainwavz HM5 velour pads to put on it too, but trying to get them on the Takstars is making me want to kill something >_<Did you notice any difference in sound with the MH5 pads?
I've been thinking about getting some new pads for my Qpad QH-85's since I now have had them for over two years so the pads are getting thinner.
He-400s are so much cheaper stateside! And I thought I could recall Binge talking about HE-560s, but maybe he has both. 8)
He-400s are so much cheaper stateside! And I thought I could recall Binge talking about HE-560s, but maybe he has both. 8)
He's had 400s, uses 560s now and Lady Binge uses a pair of 400is.
You could also try the Philips Fidelio x1Thanks cmadrid! This is harder than keyboards! :-\ :-\
http://www.amazon.com/Philips-X1-28-Over-Ear-Headphones/dp/B00B3QD94O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1426103608&sr=8-1&keywords=fidelio+x1
or some HiFiMan HE-400s
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B007ZG32I4/ref=dp_olp_used?ie=UTF8&condition=used
It's such a huge help, thanks so much Radio, and everyone else who chimed in here, it's much appreciated!! ;DYou could also try the Philips Fidelio x1Thanks cmadrid! This is harder than keyboards! :-\ :-\
http://www.amazon.com/Philips-X1-28-Over-Ear-Headphones/dp/B00B3QD94O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1426103608&sr=8-1&keywords=fidelio+x1
or some HiFiMan HE-400s
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B007ZG32I4/ref=dp_olp_used?ie=UTF8&condition=used
HE400's are awesome if you like a lot of bass. Their comfort is very so so and a quite heavy. (~$300 new, $250 or less used)
The Fidelio X1's I haven't tried but what people say about them is that they are warm, with good bass and comfy. They would be on par or rival the HD600 (~$180 new?, not really sure I haven't looked them up in a while) The new Fidelio X2's have also been very highly reviewed. (~$250 new if I recall)
HD600 are great neutral cans for pretty much anything, I hear they pair well the the M/M stack, it is great for critical listening. (~$250 ish new, easily $200 used)
HD650 (which I have) are warm, laid back, have great bass, sound awesome with tube amps, comfort at first can be an issue until they stretch out. They are very good for just enjoying music, they are considered very "musical" (~$300 new, ~$250 used)
HE400i's are probably out of your reach since on average they go for $400 used or with an open box but they are absolutely gorgeous. Great all around sound, very crisp and clear, they are also much more comfy than the original HE400. (~$400 open box or used $500 new)
As for the Dt990, i would stick with the 250 ohm version seeing as it is more versatile with amps, with the 600ohm version it would be rather hard to run out of your phone, with the 250 ohm version you could still potentially run it out of a mobile device and still get some decent volume out of it. (I wouldn't pay more than like $220 new for them)
Hope this helps you out flyers
It's such a huge help, thanks so much Radio, and everyone else who chimed in here, it's much appreciated!! ;DYou could also try the Philips Fidelio x1Thanks cmadrid! This is harder than keyboards! :-\ :-\
http://www.amazon.com/Philips-X1-28-Over-Ear-Headphones/dp/B00B3QD94O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1426103608&sr=8-1&keywords=fidelio+x1
or some HiFiMan HE-400s
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B007ZG32I4/ref=dp_olp_used?ie=UTF8&condition=used
HE400's are awesome if you like a lot of bass. Their comfort is very so so and a quite heavy. (~$300 new, $250 or less used)
The Fidelio X1's I haven't tried but what people say about them is that they are warm, with good bass and comfy. They would be on par or rival the HD600 (~$180 new?, not really sure I haven't looked them up in a while) The new Fidelio X2's have also been very highly reviewed. (~$250 new if I recall)
HD600 are great neutral cans for pretty much anything, I hear they pair well the the M/M stack, it is great for critical listening. (~$250 ish new, easily $200 used)
HD650 (which I have) are warm, laid back, have great bass, sound awesome with tube amps, comfort at first can be an issue until they stretch out. They are very good for just enjoying music, they are considered very "musical" (~$300 new, ~$250 used)
HE400i's are probably out of your reach since on average they go for $400 used or with an open box but they are absolutely gorgeous. Great all around sound, very crisp and clear, they are also much more comfy than the original HE400. (~$400 open box or used $500 new)
As for the Dt990, i would stick with the 250 ohm version seeing as it is more versatile with amps, with the 600ohm version it would be rather hard to run out of your phone, with the 250 ohm version you could still potentially run it out of a mobile device and still get some decent volume out of it. (I wouldn't pay more than like $220 new for them)
Hope this helps you out flyers
What headphones would you guys recommend for a schiit modi+magni 2 stack?
I'm a total audio noob, but if it helps, I mostly listen to classic rock, and alternative music. I'm looking to spend around $200-250 for the headphones. I keep looking at dt990 600ohm by beyer, but I'm assuming there's probably a lot of other options out there too. Like keyboards, the selection is almost overwhelming for someone coming into the hobby. Thanks! :)
I think my next set will be some HD598s. I dunno, I just think they look awesome and they are a pretty reasonable price.Can't go wrong with them. Most comfy pair I've ever tried, they are light, look great and sound awesome. Bass can be a bit weak but female vocals in my opinion are sublime with the 598s. They also have some of the best soundstage, very wide and open, which is great for playing games as well.
I think my next set will be some HD598s. I dunno, I just think they look awesome and they are a pretty reasonable price.Can't go wrong with them. Most comfy pair I've ever tried, they are light, look great and sound awesome. Bass can be a bit weak but female vocals in my opinion are sublime with the 598s. They also have some of the best soundstage, very wide and open, which is great for playing games as well.
Currently using my Beyerdynamic T90 as a daily driver. Only really have a sound card tho as a source of amplification (Asus Xonar Essence STX). Pretty happy with it =DIf your headphones gets loud enough for you, I don't think you need change anything. The Asus Xonar STX is a pretty decent soundcard. Change only if:
Any suggestions for a dac/amp upgrade?
Currently using my Beyerdynamic T90 as a daily driver. Only really have a sound card tho as a source of amplification (Asus Xonar Essence STX). Pretty happy with it =DI love the T90 but recently got rid of my pair :( to my ears they didn't match well with my tube amp. But on a solid state amp they gave wonderful clarity and bass impact especially for open cans.
Any suggestions for a dac/amp upgrade?
I'm liking these Takstar 2050s.. I think they might be the ones I use until I can get some $2-300 headphones.Eh, how's a $2 can gonna match that Takstar 2050? ;D Just kidding, when you're in the market for a $200-$300 can, do consider the DT990 Premium or the Philips Fidelio X2 (the X1 impresses the hell outta me).
I'm liking these Takstar 2050s.. I think they might be the ones I use until I can get some $2-300 headphones.Eh, how's a $2 can gonna match that Takstar 2050? ;D Just kidding, when you're in the market for a $200-$300 can, do consider the DT990 Premium or the Philips Fidelio X2 (the X1 impresses the hell outta me).
I'm liking these Takstar 2050s.. I think they might be the ones I use until I can get some $2-300 headphones.Eh, how's a $2 can gonna match that Takstar 2050? ;D Just kidding, when you're in the market for a $200-$300 can, do consider the DT990 Premium or the Philips Fidelio X2 (the X1 impresses the hell outta me).
not two dollars but, IEM superiority, easily.
http://www.amazon.com/Hello-Kitty-Bling-Earbuds-HKBL1000/dp/B0072NPFH6/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1426303072&sr=8-4
Went out for a walk with them Noble 5s today, pretty good walk. Wizard Audio IEM hype is real.
DT770s ARE ONLY £100 ON AMAZON HOLY CRAP.
DT770s ARE ONLY £100 ON AMAZON HOLY CRAP.
Still normal price in the US :( Adorama has them on sale, but at $145 before rebate.
DT770s ARE ONLY £100 ON AMAZON HOLY CRAP.
Still normal price in the US :( Adorama has them on sale, but at $145 before rebate.
You think they are worth getting at that price?
DT770s ARE ONLY £100 ON AMAZON HOLY CRAP.
Still normal price in the US :( Adorama has them on sale, but at $145 before rebate.
You think they are worth getting at that price?
They're $120 after MIR for the 250 Ohm. Definitely worth it. I'm just hoping for another $100 day. That and I don't have an amp, just my HT Omega Striker. They're nice headphones and still worth it at $175 if you can drive them. They're some of the cleanest sounding cans I've heard.
I'd grab it. It should still be okay and better once you get an amp.
I have the 600 ohm dt 990's the earcups are incredible. the headband hurt my head with the clamping force until I stretched them out a bit.
dt 770's should be no different. just a fare warning.
Don't really know where else to put this so it's going here. I bought something from Roccat known as the Syva. Earbuds with mic essentially. Love them on sound quality. Work great on my iPhone. I have a splitter but the mic just won't work on my PC. HELP? I reinstalled the audio drivers and nothing. I'm getting frustrated since I can't use Teamspeak. Maybe PM me?
Yeah but shipping is probably cheaper and faster.
From what I've heard, they'd sound about the same, the 600 Ohms version has a more refined bass (but I guess you've got to have the right equipment and ears to hear the difference). If you want something easier to drive (assuming they have the same sensitivity) then your best bet is the 80 Ohms version.I have the 600 ohm dt 990's the earcups are incredible. the headband hurt my head with the clamping force until I stretched them out a bit.
dt 770's should be no different. just a fare warning.
Thanks :)
Both the 80 and 250 ohm models are the same price. What's the difference and which one should I get if I don't have an amp?
You know, I might just start getting a Schiit stack this month instead of another set of cans...
From what I've heard, they'd sound about the same, the 600 Ohms version has a more refined bass (but I guess you've got to have the right equipment and ears to hear the difference). If you want something easier to drive (assuming they have the same sensitivity) then your best bet is the 80 Ohms version.
Don't really know where else to put this so it's going here. I bought something from Roccat known as the Syva. Earbuds with mic essentially. Love them on sound quality. Work great on my iPhone. I have a splitter but the mic just won't work on my PC. HELP? I reinstalled the audio drivers and nothing. I'm getting frustrated since I can't use Teamspeak. Maybe PM me?
http://www.roccat.org/en/Support/Faq/#Faq-91
The Syva is a headset developed for mobile gaming. This is why the Syva does not have separate headphone and microphone jack plugs. To use the Syva with a desktop PC, you need a splitter which separates the headphone and microphone signals.
A guy over at HF said that for 74USD for a T50RP, he'd have grabbed three! That sorta convinced me to pony up that amount for a used T50RP, and I'd completed the deal today. Now a proud owner of a cheap ortho!Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/20150323_175754_zpsgjn6t1zi.jpg)Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/20150323_175712_zpslugx1z9g.jpg)
I have a pair of HD558 with Fiio E11k amp and HifimeDIY DAC. Maybe my ears aren't very sensitive or HD558 is easy to drive, I can't tell a big difference between driving HD558 directly from my laptop vs using DAC + amp.
Actually, the HD 558 has a 300Ω impedance peak at about 80 Hz. Apart from that, it's easy to drive indeed.Thanks. So I guess an amp will help HD 558 at low frequency a bit? BTW I just looked up a impedance graph of K701 on Head Room. It is unbelievably flat and the impedance is always low. But why is it said to be very hard to drive?
Errone from d-squad on the fostex train now.
DongKingNewAss has mad dogs I think, modded t50rps.. although there are tons of modded t50rps out there.
I'm looking for a new headset. Would like something with a decent quality microphone. I won't be gaming but recording screencasts. My only real requirements are that they not be USB. Price is not really factor, though keeping in under $500 would be much appreciated.
Any suggestions you can provide will be helpful.
Get headphones you like. Disregard the microphone. Then factor in $40-100 to get a Blue Snowflake mic, Antlion mic, or another nice mic.
It would help us to know what kinda sound you're looking for.
Audeze makes THE WORST cables ever. I have bought 3, count em, 3 of their $80 LCD2 headphone cables in the past 2 years and every single one of them has fallen apart at where it meets the headphone. I am so sick of their ****ty cable quality and overcharging >:(
Get headphones you like. Disregard the microphone. Then factor in $40-100 to get a Blue Snowflake mic, Antlion mic, or another nice mic.
It would help us to know what kinda sound you're looking for.
My proverbial ship came in today, snagged a couple of nice cans. First, a HiFiman HE500 + Audeze Q Cable with HiFiman adapters, the cable is very soft and pretty light. The can itself looks brand new, was returned from RMA recently and seller felt HiFiman had given him a new (or perhaps refurb) unit.Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/20150402_211455_zpswy88wips.jpg)
Also snagged a Denon AH-D2000, minor sctaches on one of the metal yoke.....looks good and sound great from the brief listen just now. Gonna give these two cans extended listening before I'd even attempt to comment on their performance.Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/20150402_211614_zpsp3e5t5qo.jpg)
Nice setup! I really hate the Iron Maidens fight though! :(Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/4xYylzO.jpg)Been enjoying this setup for some time now. After modding the HE-560 its hard to complain :D
I ended up going with the AKG K553 Pro Studio headphones and the noise-cancelling Antlion Modmic 4.0 from Massdrop.
Nice that sounds like a great set up!
I ended up going with the AKG K553 Pro Studio headphones and the noise-cancelling Antlion Modmic 4.0 from Massdrop.
Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/4xYylzO.jpg)Been enjoying this setup for some time now. After modding the HE-560 its hard to complain :D
Bought a pair of HiFiMan Focus pad to replace the stock ones on the HE500, they're OK but not very comfortable over long periods of use.Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/20150408_182704_zpscuz9slte.jpg)
Now, the HE500 has the same, or very similar pads (heard there's a Focus pad and a Focus pad A, really don't know mine's which), now despite the heft of the HE500, I can wear it for a couple of hours easy.Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/20150409_105307_zpspih7wyxd.jpg)
The stock velours are very itchy and too firm and I don't care for the sound of the stock pleather pads. I tried the focus pads when they came out and they are an improvement in the sound but I found the ear holes to be too small for me. I'm currently using some DT990 pads on my HE500 and they are the most comfortable pads I've ever used on any headphone. Now if only it was a little bit lighter.Fortunately, I have no problem with Focus pads, and with them on, my HE500 feels much more comfortable. The stock pads (both pleather and velour type pads were too shallow for me. I did notice a mild bass improvement with the Focus pad and am liking the comfort and sound thus far. I actually didn't know that the HE500 was so hefty, I have the HE400i and it's one of the most comfortable and relatively light cans I have (for an ortho), this HE500 is like the polar opposite when it comes to weight. Still, I have no trouble wearing it for an hour or two with the Focus pad simply because the Focus pads made it quite comfortable.
I am not that audiophile guy, but I have these headphones (AKG K240) now for about 15 years, and I really enjoy listening to all kinds of styles when reading comics on the tablet! Also: they are made in Austria :)That's a classic can, glad to see it still going strong, and even audiophiles appreciate this can.....not that I'm one, eh, audiophile that is, NOT that I don't appreciate it. Oh, this tangled web I weave when I post.... :-[Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/6ubnEkN.jpg)
$750 for LCD 2s? Yes/no?
$750 for LCD 2s? Yes/no?
What version?
$750 for LCD 2s? Yes/no?
What version?
Pre fazor. Comes with microsuede pads and headband as well.
Here is a link to the pictures. http://m.imgur.com/a/zAqS3 I am a little confused as to what you mean.
Ahh I see now. I found another pair and I offered $700 for it and it has the fazor so I'm crossing my fingers.Here is a link to the pictures. http://m.imgur.com/a/zAqS3 I am a little confused as to what you mean.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/k9PxdD2.jpg)
Earlier pre-fazor had the mini xlr end molded into the wood surround.
Yep, my LCD2.2 nF look exactly like the above pix. BTW, has anyone tried a Koss ESP 950 yet? I have a chance to get one for about 622 USD, so tempted to pull the trigger, should be an nice way to ease myself pinto the world of estat.......Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/k9PxdD2.jpg)
Earlier pre-fazor had the mini xlr end molded into the wood surround.
Wearing LCD-2s are like...Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/VbGrObc.gif)
So I just picked up a pair of Rock-It R-50s, anyone know anything about or tried these?
Yep, my LCD2.2 nF look exactly like the above pix. BTW, has anyone tried a Koss ESP 950 yet? I have a chance to get one for about 622 USD, so tempted to pull the trigger, should be an nice way to ease myself pinto the world of estat.......Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/k9PxdD2.jpg)
Earlier pre-fazor had the mini xlr end molded into the wood surround.
I heard after 3 months I'll be finally getting my th600s. Hue
I loved owning the ESP950. Given your collection you may be a smidge underwhelmed, but they are worth what the seller is asking. Current owner of my former 950s is Hoffman. He had nothing but great things to say after receiving them.I've put the ESP 950 purchase on hold for a while, had to buy a new phone for my GF, hers bit the dust. Anyway, the ESP 950 seller is in no rush to sell it, and I ain't exactly in a big rush to jump on it. I'm still working on landing a MarkL modded D5000 and the Shure 1540.....
I've fallen in love with the se846.
lowly audio virgin here.Basically correct, as long as your Xonar can get the volume up to the level where you feel it's loud enough, an MM2U stack wouldn't improve on SQ much to justify the purchase, it'd only allow you to go louder. Besides, the HD598 is quite efficient and doesn't require THAT much power to get to a loud enough volume.
got a set of BNIB HD598s off kijiji.
debating if the schiit MM2U stack is worth it. I doubt it improves the SQ enough over my Xonar enough to justify the price though.
might pick up the hd650s later. but sooooo pricey in canada... like everything else that's worth having.
Have you tried checking out used cans? They can be a worthwhile avenue to pursue as, from my experience, mid-tier to high-end cans are usually (but not always) well taken care of by their owners. The AKG K812, Denon AH-D7000, HiFiMan HE500, HE400i and Audio Technica ATH-AD2000 (amongst others) that I'd gotten used can pass for brand new units. Just a suggestion as used cans are pretty good when it comes to value-for-money purchases.
Got a new pair of lcd-xc in the mail today. Super excite to try.
Got a new pair of lcd-xc in the mail today. Super excite to try.
Nice! My dad has a pair, so I have used them quite extensively when visiting him. I am quite a fan of the sound, but they do weigh quite a bit.
Can I get a decent pair of custom IEMs for less than $500?
I really dig the rock-its but I think I'm going to have to go for customs.
I think you can get the UE4, JH audio JH5 (CBA has and loves these) and the noble 3c all for around that and from what I know, they all sound good.
The cool thing about ultimate ears is they're getting big into 3d scanning and printing instead of the traditional injection molding/carving. JH has some well noted customer service issues if you have any kind of errors or need to contact them (may be dated and not true today) and the noble's are super pretty with a good overall sound.
I'm sure there are other chinese based operations, but I don't know much about them.
I think you can get the UE4, JH audio JH5 (CBA has and loves these) and the noble 3c all for around that and from what I know, they all sound good.
The cool thing about ultimate ears is they're getting big into 3d scanning and printing instead of the traditional injection molding/carving. JH has some well noted customer service issues if you have any kind of errors or need to contact them (may be dated and not true today) and the noble's are super pretty with a good overall sound.
I'm sure there are other chinese based operations, but I don't know much about them.
+1
I would go UE or Noble
Anyone here tried the JH16 pro FP and/or Noble K10 CIEMs?
I'd ordered and received a pair of MrSpeakers Alpha pads, I replaced the old Alpha pads on my Alpha Dog and used the old pads to replace the craptastic stock pads on my Fostex T50RP. I'd always been skeptical of pads influencing sound vis-a-vis crap stock ones (like those on the T50RP). Man, the T50RP with the Alpha pads sounds quite.......musical (best way I can describe it), better bass, music has 'weight' or body. I really am surprised that simply changing the pads made a pretty obvious difference in sound. I usually use the T50RP for a few minutes before I get tired of the sound, but after the change, I've been using it for hours, playing games and listening to music, seriously, my mind's blown at the difference in SQ......from a simple change in pads.
Can I get a decent pair of custom IEMs for less than $500?
I really dig the rock-its but I think I'm going to have to go for customs.
I've heard from a lot of people that cables can change the sound. I imagine if it had different electrical properties it could. However I never found any that made a noticeable difference to my ears
On another note, I think someone swiped my ak120 while I was on public transit. Couldn't find it after my trip.
If you find an ad for a dirt cheap ak120 let me know! I had a brown leather case on it with a deformed bottom right corner from where I had dropped it. I also had 2x 64gb microsd cards loaded with soundtracks inside.
Obviously I still have the packaging and cable but unfortunately I never copied down the SN, or at least if I did I have no idea where I saved it.
Thanks
do cables make a big difference that justifies the price? I always get the feeling that cables are snake oil territory.That's what I think too, only reason why I'd get 3rd party cable is more for the length since I prefer shorter cables as I listen to music in front of my monitor with the DAC beside it. I was talking to an old friend of mine, he has a rather expensive home audiophile setup, and he tells me the most difference would come from a change in power cables to those from, say, Nordost flagship cable, would yield the best result when compared to changes in speaker cables and interconnects. I was like, "What? Really?!" He'd recently gotten a pair of Nordost speaker cables that cost more than the expected retail price of the HFM HE1000. Now he's thinking of getting the power cable as well.... :eek:
I've heard from a lot of people that cables can change the sound. I imagine if it had different electrical properties it could. However I never found any that made a noticeable difference to my earsI've always been, still am, quite skeptical about cables making a difference in sound, unless the cable is one craptastically made one. I've heard that the Philips Fidelio X1 comes with a terrible stock cable, and that changing it to a decent 3rd party cable made a fair bit of difference. I do have the X1, but since day one of owning it, I've had a Plussound cable plugged in to it, have never bothered to try the stock one. :p
So I'm looking at finally getting a decent pair of cans. Would anyone here be willing to let me try out a pair of250 ohm DT990 prosany DT990s?
Got a new pair of lcd-xc in the mail today. Super excite to try.
Nice! My dad has a pair, so I have used them quite extensively when visiting him. I am quite a fan of the sound, but they do weigh quite a bit.
So far, the weight doesn't bug me, they aren't that much heavier than the th900 I wear normally. They've got a bit more clamp force, but the vegan pads are crazy comfy. But basically, I'm remembering why I love the smooth planar sound and wish I'd never strayed. from it.
We'll see after burn in if I feel different, but these are looking like a easy replacement for the th900.
Excellent! 'Grats on the purchase! :thumb: I've always wanted to try a TH600 or TH900, but the deals I'd had arranged for them always fell through. :( Guess it ain't in the books for me to own one, hence my going for the Denons instead. The headband and yoke look very similar to those on the Denons.....actually, both were made by Fostex.Show Image(https://36.media.tumblr.com/17103d8e7d5e65fecb35966ee4695e4b/tumblr_noglr3tKL71sp4awzo1_540.jpg)Show Image(https://41.media.tumblr.com/f19999a3791e41d12cbca8f8fa80afb5/tumblr_noglr3tKL71sp4awzo2_540.jpg)
Budget high-end checking in hell yeah
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Budget high-end checking in hell yeah
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Budget high-end checking in hell yeah
How are you liking them? I demoed them and quite enjoyed them, however I prefer iems for on the go and an open headphone for home use..
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Budget high-end checking in hell yeah
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Budget high-end checking in hell yeah
TFW $500-600 cans are "budget"Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/TMdmy.gif)
BUDGET BROS 5 LYFE
o/
A believer that pads do make a difference in sound, ordered a pair of leather Lawton Angled Pads which came in the mail today, looks great.....and smells great too!Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/1_zpsryysokde.jpg)
A believer that pads do make a difference in sound, ordered a pair of leather Lawton Angled Pads which came in the mail today, looks great.....and smells great too!Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/1_zpsryysokde.jpg)
Heh, they do, don't they? :))A believer that pads do make a difference in sound, ordered a pair of leather Lawton Angled Pads which came in the mail today, looks great.....and smells great too!Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/1_zpsryysokde.jpg)
They look like really fancy cup holders
Yep, didn't hit me just how expensive they were till I'd ordered a pair of MrSpeakers Alpha pads which is just a tad past half the price of the Lawton (60USD for the Alpha pad vs 110USD for the Lawton). If the Alpha pads were guaranteed to fit the Denon AH-D7000 without issue, I'd have gotten a couple of pairs of Alpha pads and save myself 50USD in the process. Seriously, Alpha pads are so damn comfortable, they made a world of difference on my T50RP both in terms of comfort and sound.A believer that pads do make a difference in sound, ordered a pair of leather Lawton Angled Pads which came in the mail today, looks great.....and smells great too!Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/1_zpsryysokde.jpg)
I wanna get some too but dang they're pricey
do cables make a big difference that justifies the price? I always get the feeling that cables are snake oil territory.
Heh, they do, don't they? :))A believer that pads do make a difference in sound, ordered a pair of leather Lawton Angled Pads which came in the mail today, looks great.....and smells great too!Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/1_zpsryysokde.jpg)
They look like really fancy cup holdersYep, didn't hit me just how expensive they were till I'd ordered a pair of MrSpeakers Alpha pads which is just a tad past half the price of the Lawton (60USD for the Alpha pad vs 110USD for the Lawton). If the Alpha pads were guaranteed to fit the Denon AH-D7000 without issue, I'd have gotten a couple of pairs of Alpha pads and save myself 50USD in the process. Seriously, Alpha pads are so damn comfortable, they made a world of difference on my T50RP both in terms of comfort and sound.A believer that pads do make a difference in sound, ordered a pair of leather Lawton Angled Pads which came in the mail today, looks great.....and smells great too!Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/1_zpsryysokde.jpg)
I wanna get some too but dang they're pricey
They fit, they just look a little weird for not being circular (re: the alpha pads). I'd totally buy some Lawton pads to try but I don't wanna get em and then not like them, for that price point. Reselling pads really ain't all that. For now I'm happy with my stock th600s but they don't isolate noise very well to me.Then I'm afraid you'll never be satisfied with the isolation offered by the TH900 and TH600 (extends to the Denon AH-Dx000 series as well since they have similar design features). From my understanding, the cups have a gap between them and the frame housing the drivers, the gap is for venting so the drivers can attain better speed and sound more airy I believe. When I put on my MrSpeakers Alpha Dog (with its pillowy Alpha pads), most extraneous noise is cut off, with the D2000 and D7000, it's the opposite, I can still hear most of the extraneous noise.
They fit, they just look a little weird for not being circular (re: the alpha pads). I'd totally buy some Lawton pads to try but I don't wanna get em and then not like them, for that price point. Reselling pads really ain't all that. For now I'm happy with my stock th600s but they don't isolate noise very well to me.Then I'm afraid you'll never be satisfied with the isolation offered by the TH900 and TH600 (extends to the Denon AH-Dx000 series as well since they have similar design features). From my understanding, the cups have a gap between them and the frame housing the drivers, the gap is for venting so the drivers can attain better speed and sound more airy I believe. When I put on my MrSpeakers Alpha Dog (with its pillowy Alpha pads), most extraneous noise is cut off, with the D2000 and D7000, it's the opposite, I can still hear most of the extraneous noise.
Alright guys, I'm in need of some decent commute headphones on a budget. I know everyone raves about Sennhiser but I'm pretty meh on the.Which Bose are you looking at? Whenever someone mentions Bose, the QC15 and QC25 pop to mind. So are you looking at them? The Bose have pretty decent sound, but the selling point of the QC15/25 is their Active Noise Cancellation function which is second to none. I'll be getting a PSB M4U 2 quite soon, it cannot match the Bose in terms of ANC but has better sound.....with its built-in amp. It's not cheap, but has the best sound in its class.
I've been looking at the Bose over ear phones, mostly because you can get them in teal and because they come with a carry case, any other suggestions in a similar price range and size?
I have accepted this and will find a way to deal with it while keeping them :( Tempted to get Oppo PM-3 but I really shouldn't. Haven't had the chance to listen to any planar phones yet though. Next step should really be CIEMs for me.Ugh, whenever I think of CIEM's, a chill runs down my spine, that's scary territory! :eek: I've checked out Fitear, Unique Melody, Heir, Vision Ears and so forth, scary stuff! :eek: I'm thinking of getting an IE800 since I don't believe I'd like the sound signature of BA CIEM/IEM's. Only snag is, there're tons of fake IE800......
Alright guys, I'm in need of some decent commute headphones on a budget. I know everyone raves about Sennhiser but I'm pretty meh on the.Which Bose are you looking at? Whenever someone mentions Bose, the QC15 and QC25 pop to mind. So are you looking at them? The Bose have pretty decent sound, but the selling point of the QC15/25 is their Active Noise Cancellation function which is second to none. I'll be getting a PSB M4U 2 quite soon, it cannot match the Bose in terms of ANC but has better sound.....with its built-in amp. It's not cheap, but has the best sound in its class.
I've been looking at the Bose over ear phones, mostly because you can get them in teal and because they come with a carry case, any other suggestions in a similar price range and size?I have accepted this and will find a way to deal with it while keeping them :( Tempted to get Oppo PM-3 but I really shouldn't. Haven't had the chance to listen to any planar phones yet though. Next step should really be CIEMs for me.Ugh, whenever I think of CIEM's, a chill runs down my spine, that's scary territory! :eek: I've checked out Fitear, Unique Melody, Heir, Vision Ears and so forth, scary stuff! :eek: I'm thinking of getting an IE800 since I don't believe I'd like the sound signature of BA CIEM/IEM's. Only snag is, there're tons of fake IE800......
As for Planar mags, well, if you're able to, try the HE400i, best bang for buck planar mags at the moment. You can also consider the close back Alpha Dogs which are on sale now at 499USD. I have both these badboys and they're pretty good representations of what planar mags bring to the table. They have less hard hitting bass like the LCD2.2 non-Fazor (also got it) but they'd give you an idea of what planar mag sound is like.....more so the HE400i. Why not the HE400? You might ask this, the HE400 hits harder bass wise, but has peaky highs and a more recessed mids from what I've been told, the HE400i is more balanced in that sense. I have five planar mag cans, but I'm having tons of fun with the cheapest which is the T50RP (+ Alpha pads), ordered the mayflower mod kit and comfort band which will be coming later.
https://www.bose.co.uk/GB/en/home-and-personal-audio/headphones-and-headsets/audio-and-mobile-headphones/soundtrue-ae-headphones/Dang, I don't know about this, but then again, portable cans aren't what I'm into. Have you auditioned it already? Bose cans aren't exactly the rage among audiophiles though, but as long as its sound suits you, you should be OK. An example of what I mean is the QC25 vs the PSB M4U 2 I 'll be getting, when it comes to Active Nosie Cancellation, the PSB cannot match the Bose. But in terms of which one sounds better, the PSB wins easily according to the various reviews I've read. Bose cans aren't known for their SQ.....have you thought about IEM's? I have a pair of Shure SE215, an Ety ER6 (from years back), a pair of JVC HA-FXZ100, they offer decent enough passive isolation and sound pretty good to boot.
those were the ones
https://www.bose.co.uk/GB/en/home-and-personal-audio/headphones-and-headsets/audio-and-mobile-headphones/soundtrue-ae-headphones/Dang, I don't know about this, but then again, portable cans aren't what I'm into. Have you auditioned it already? Bose cans aren't exactly the rage among audiophiles though, but as long as its sound suits you, you should be OK. An example of what I mean is the QC25 vs the PSB M4U 2 I 'll be getting, when it comes to Active Nosie Cancellation, the PSB cannot match the Bose. But in terms of which one sounds better, the PSB wins easily according to the various reviews I've read. Bose cans aren't known for their SQ.....have you thought about IEM's? I have a pair of Shure SE215, an Ety ER6 (from years back), a pair of JVC HA-FXZ100, they offer decent enough passive isolation and sound pretty good to boot.
those were the ones
Anyway, when it comes to portable, before the PSB M4U, I ain't too picky about the sound, hence my buying a pair of Klipsch Mode M40 ANC portable can, a pair of Klipsch Image One BT (look ma, no cables!), the V-Moda Crossfade M100.....very bassy stuff. With the PSB M4U 2, I'm hoping to up my portable game somewhat.
https://www.bose.co.uk/GB/en/home-and-personal-audio/headphones-and-headsets/audio-and-mobile-headphones/soundtrue-ae-headphones/Dang, I don't know about this, but then again, portable cans aren't what I'm into. Have you auditioned it already? Bose cans aren't exactly the rage among audiophiles though, but as long as its sound suits you, you should be OK. An example of what I mean is the QC25 vs the PSB M4U 2 I 'll be getting, when it comes to Active Nosie Cancellation, the PSB cannot match the Bose. But in terms of which one sounds better, the PSB wins easily according to the various reviews I've read. Bose cans aren't known for their SQ.....have you thought about IEM's? I have a pair of Shure SE215, an Ety ER6 (from years back), a pair of JVC HA-FXZ100, they offer decent enough passive isolation and sound pretty good to boot.
those were the ones
Anyway, when it comes to portable, before the PSB M4U, I ain't too picky about the sound, hence my buying a pair of Klipsch Mode M40 ANC portable can, a pair of Klipsch Image One BT (look ma, no cables!), the V-Moda Crossfade M100.....very bassy stuff. With the PSB M4U 2, I'm hoping to up my portable game somewhat.
All those bar the Bluetooth ones are over £100 over budget haha and I'm a bit wary of bt headphones because of compatibility etc...
I like bose, they sound good and have solid build quality, but I'm no expert and have little experience or access to try diffrent cans etc I know bose don't get a good rap in the audiophile world, but then, that seems to be a community based around something I can't really hear :P
I listen to alot of techno and electronic music but also a decent amount of prog and 80s synth stuff so I'm just after a good set with decent range and some nice base when I wana get into ma deep techo ****.
I already have some desktop headphones that i'm happy with, but the cable is farrrr too long for portable use so I'm just after suggestions around the £150 mark. Noise cancellation is a feature i cant afford atm but yeah the bose ones are pretty amazing, the test room they have in there shops where u sit in a simulated plane cabin is pretty impressive.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/AKG-K550-High-Performance-Closed-Back-Headphones/dp/B005CNR7B0/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1432217890&sr=8-4&keywords=psb+headphones
though these are well within range and have gotten decent reviews
https://www.bose.co.uk/GB/en/home-and-personal-audio/headphones-and-headsets/audio-and-mobile-headphones/soundtrue-ae-headphones/Dang, I don't know about this, but then again, portable cans aren't what I'm into. Have you auditioned it already? Bose cans aren't exactly the rage among audiophiles though, but as long as its sound suits you, you should be OK. An example of what I mean is the QC25 vs the PSB M4U 2 I 'll be getting, when it comes to Active Nosie Cancellation, the PSB cannot match the Bose. But in terms of which one sounds better, the PSB wins easily according to the various reviews I've read. Bose cans aren't known for their SQ.....have you thought about IEM's? I have a pair of Shure SE215, an Ety ER6 (from years back), a pair of JVC HA-FXZ100, they offer decent enough passive isolation and sound pretty good to boot.
those were the ones
Anyway, when it comes to portable, before the PSB M4U, I ain't too picky about the sound, hence my buying a pair of Klipsch Mode M40 ANC portable can, a pair of Klipsch Image One BT (look ma, no cables!), the V-Moda Crossfade M100.....very bassy stuff. With the PSB M4U 2, I'm hoping to up my portable game somewhat.
All those bar the Bluetooth ones are over �100 over budget haha and I'm a bit wary of bt headphones because of compatibility etc...
I like bose, they sound good and have solid build quality, but I'm no expert and have little experience or access to try diffrent cans etc I know bose don't get a good rap in the audiophile world, but then, that seems to be a community based around something I can't really hear :P
I listen to alot of techno and electronic music but also a decent amount of prog and 80s synth stuff so I'm just after a good set with decent range and some nice base when I wana get into ma deep techo ****.
I already have some desktop headphones that i'm happy with, but the cable is farrrr too long for portable use so I'm just after suggestions around the �150 mark. Noise cancellation is a feature i cant afford atm but yeah the bose ones are pretty amazing, the test room they have in there shops where u sit in a simulated plane cabin is pretty impressive.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/AKG-K550-High-Performance-Closed-Back-Headphones/dp/B005CNR7B0/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1432217890&sr=8-4&keywords=psb+headphones
though these are well within range and have gotten decent reviews
The K550 has a very long, thick, non-detachable cable. They are also a bit finicky as far as placement on the head to get a good seal. Probably not the best choice for portable cans.
Tried those Bose ones on in a Bose shop, really wasn't impressed at all. Was expecting the sound to be a lot clearer and sharper. I'll keep my iPhone earphones for now :/
Tried those Bose ones on in a Bose shop, really wasn't impressed at all. Was expecting the sound to be a lot clearer and sharper. I'll keep my iPhone earphones for now :/That was shy I'd mentioned the Bose QC15/25 in relation to the one you were looking at. They're not exactly known for SQ, more for comfort and style......and the brand name. Do you mind on ear? I have a pair of Klipsch Image One BT, it's not at all audiophile but has a fun bass and treble presence that most would like. Is there any way for you to audition it? I bought mine without auditioning it per se, rather, my niece has the wired Image One and I liked it. When I'm out and about, I usually want something fun to listen to. BTW, I have no issue with comfort wearing the Image One BT, nice fit on my ears and no discomfort or pain though I wear glasses.
AK240 should be here tonightJesus man what kind of a hole did that leave in your wallet?
Fingers crossed (that it's working and that I don't lose it...)
AK240 should be here tonightJesus man what kind of a hole did that leave in your wallet?
Fingers crossed (that it's working and that I don't lose it...)
Still debating getting a walkman a15 for portable use (has one touch bt for my bt headphones and clean power for my IEMs, plus small).
Also, debating getting either an emotiva mini-a 100x or a mjolnir for my lcd-xc. I want more power than my m2u is putting out right now.
Also, if someone wants some good universal IEMs, I have a pair of noble 5 for sale. Someday I'll get the picture set up where I can list them here.
personally, i wouldn't get the walkman.
i've heard a few bad things about it.
firstly...there are a lot of better devices out there
secondly. supporting sony .. ewww..
i feel like as the years go by everything i get from them is made with less and less quality.
last pair of headphones i got from them, NIB... the screws were stripped on the headband resizing thing.
and i have a personal pet peeve about wood screws into plastic.
that's just poor craftsmanship.
have you checked out the cowon line of goods?
they have some great products to offer.
how are the noble 5's?
i think the past month i've been researching a lot of different IEM's
still undecided, i wish there was a place i could try them without worrying about other people ear goo.
personally, i wouldn't get the walkman.
i've heard a few bad things about it.
firstly...there are a lot of better devices out there
secondly. supporting sony .. ewww..
i feel like as the years go by everything i get from them is made with less and less quality.
last pair of headphones i got from them, NIB... the screws were stripped on the headband resizing thing.
and i have a personal pet peeve about wood screws into plastic.
that's just poor craftsmanship.
have you checked out the cowon line of goods?
they have some great products to offer.
how are the noble 5's?
i think the past month i've been researching a lot of different IEM's
still undecided, i wish there was a place i could try them without worrying about other people ear goo.
I like them alright, they have a nice V sound with good detail. I just have better IEMs and don't do a ton of headphone swapping.
I'm pretty solid in the sony camp in general, honestly. I've looked at most all of the less than kilobuck DAPs and the walkman has what I want. Even without the bt feature, a lot of the non-apple devices are let down big time by UI.
personally, i wouldn't get the walkman.
i've heard a few bad things about it.
firstly...there are a lot of better devices out there
secondly. supporting sony .. ewww..
i feel like as the years go by everything i get from them is made with less and less quality.
last pair of headphones i got from them, NIB... the screws were stripped on the headband resizing thing.
and i have a personal pet peeve about wood screws into plastic.
that's just poor craftsmanship.
have you checked out the cowon line of goods?
they have some great products to offer.
how are the noble 5's?
i think the past month i've been researching a lot of different IEM's
still undecided, i wish there was a place i could try them without worrying about other people ear goo.
I like them alright, they have a nice V sound with good detail. I just have better IEMs and don't do a ton of headphone swapping.
I'm pretty solid in the sony camp in general, honestly. I've looked at most all of the less than kilobuck DAPs and the walkman has what I want. Even without the bt feature, a lot of the non-apple devices are let down big time by UI.
Haha, although it's preference, I'd rather deal with a clunky but functional UI provided the quality is there.
Personally I think Sony can make amazing products, but it's not every product that comes out that way.
The Sony Z7 was more than disappointing and the ZX2 is not much better considering the price tag.
But the Sony SA5000 or the legendary 010/r10, damn.
Outside of audio Sony does a good job with TVs and especially cameras. You just have to make sure you're buying products they put work into.
So because of some broken hardware, looks like I'm gonna have to return the 990s. Are the 880s at least somewhat less V-shaped?
perfect, thanks!So because of some broken hardware, looks like I'm gonna have to return the 990s. Are the 880s at least somewhat less V-shaped?
From what I've heard the 880 should be the most neutral of the bunch
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/jaybird-bluebuds-x-sport-bluetooth-headphones
There are some good portable headphones
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/akg-k7xx-massdrop-first-edition-headphones
are back up for sale again too
I've quite recently confirmed two more purchases, one was to add one more woody to accompany my Denon AH-D7000, and it's an Audio Technica ATH-W5000. The PSB M4U 2 has me reconsidering my arsenal of excellent quality portable cans and IEM's (or lack thereof), the M4U 2 has me wanting an IEM to compliment it, hence my confirmation of a deal for the IE800. I'll get the W5000 next week, and the IE800 is just over two weeks.
The mod on my Denons is done, though I've yet to collect the cans from the mod guy, he'd sent me some pics, I must say I like what I'm seeing....oh yeah, I had the original D7000 cable terminated with HiFiMan plugs because the cable is pretty good.Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/IMG-20150528-WA0000_zps7fzzzaoy.jpg)Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/IMG-20150528-WA0001_zpshmwihgug.jpg)Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/IMG-20150528-WA0002_zpsep6stl4z.jpg)Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/IMG-20150528-WA0004_zpsrj0tur8b.jpg)
The mod on my Denons is done, though I've yet to collect the cans from the mod guy, he'd sent me some pics, I must say I like what I'm seeing....oh yeah, I had the original D7000 cable terminated with HiFiMan plugs because the cable is pretty good.Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/IMG-20150528-WA0000_zps7fzzzaoy.jpg)Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/IMG-20150528-WA0001_zpshmwihgug.jpg)Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/IMG-20150528-WA0002_zpsep6stl4z.jpg)Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/IMG-20150528-WA0004_zpsrj0tur8b.jpg)
Looks great! :)
Looks good son. Looks like same stock cable fostex still using.
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/akg-k7xx-massdrop-first-edition-headphones
Don't think you can get any better for 200USD, so go for it!
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/akg-k7xx-massdrop-first-edition-headphones
Would you guys recommend these or could I get something better for that kind of money?
(total headphone noob here :p)
I did this test : http://www.npr.org/sections/therecord/2015/06/02/411473508/how-well-can-you-hear-audio-quality
yesterday and I couldn't tell the differences.
Can you?
I did this test : http://www.npr.org/sections/therecord/2015/06/02/411473508/how-well-can-you-hear-audio-qualityComments on this were hilarious, people with slower Internet could easily tell because the uncompressed wav took the longest to load. I tried the test with sound and got 4 of 6 correct using my headphones. But when I did the test with no sound and only perceived loading times, I got 5 of 6 correct lol.
yesterday and I couldn't tell the differences.
Can you?
I did this test : http://www.npr.org/sections/therecord/2015/06/02/411473508/how-well-can-you-hear-audio-qualityComments on this were hilarious, people with slower Internet could easily tell because the uncompressed wav took the longest to load. I tried the test with sound and got 4 of 6 correct using my headphones. But when I did the test with no sound and only perceived loading times, I got 5 of 6 correct lol.
yesterday and I couldn't tell the differences.
Can you?
I did this test : http://www.npr.org/sections/therecord/2015/06/02/411473508/how-well-can-you-hear-audio-qualityYeah, that was awful. Some random notes follow…
yesterday and I couldn't tell the differences.
Can you?
I did this test : http://www.npr.org/sections/therecord/2015/06/02/411473508/how-well-can-you-hear-audio-quality
yesterday and I couldn't tell the differences.
Can you?
Has anyone used Symphonized ear buds before? I ordered a pair to use while I'm at the gym mostly..
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00T55A6TG?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=od_aui_detailpages00
anyone have opinions/tested sennheiser momentum m2 (around/over ear)?
also, a totally useless anecdote:
i had a chance to side-by-side the sennheiser momentum m1 with the hd558 at best buy... it was the first time i truly understood what "V/U-shaped" felt like... the momentums had the emphasized treble and bass, decent mids that felt kind of pushed back, but the hd558's relative flatness really brought out the mids, but with still nice thumping bass. wish i could have had my hd598s there to side-by-side with the hd558.
really poor source files though, you could hear the distortion/crackling/hiss at higher vols.
The K553s are back on Massdrop ^^If only I didn't wear glasses and had an abnormally large head...
SO, I'm thinking of getting a Modi 2 Uber and a Vali to power these dt990 250ohms...That's exactly my setup, works great for me :thumb: The 990s sound infinitely better with the Vali
Bad idea?
SO, I'm thinking of getting a Modi 2 Uber and a Vali to power these dt990 250ohms...That's exactly my setup, works great for me :thumb: The 990s sound infinitely better with the Vali
Bad idea?
Wut.SO, I'm thinking of getting a Modi 2 Uber and a Vali to power these dt990 250ohms...That's exactly my setup, works great for me :thumb: The 990s sound infinitely better with the Vali
Bad idea?
Mega. I know you said about that setup on Skype, I was just double checking.
I just need to get a cable for them now as the ones I bought don't come with one...
Mega. I know you said about that setup on Skype, I was just double checking.Wut.
I just need to get a cable for them now as the ones I bought don't come with one...
Did they just rip them out?
oicMega. I know you said about that setup on Skype, I was just double checking.Wut.
I just need to get a cable for them now as the ones I bought don't come with one...
Did they just rip them out?
Cable free modded from khaangaaroo ;)
oic
Yes, aesthetics > almost everything elseoic
:)
So I'm debating if I should get a really good cable from Pexon as his silver cables are like... £70... :-X
Anyone heard the DT880 600 Ohm? Nice cans?
Has anyone used Symphonized ear buds before? I ordered a pair to use while I'm at the gym mostly..
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00T55A6TG?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=od_aui_detailpages00
How do they sound? I'm also using one around that price range (thermaltake isurus).
They sound decent but they are falling apart and im thinking about picking up a Vsonic gr07 classic.
Ugh I thought I was good with my setup and then GL1TCH3D brought me to Layton Audio in Montreal. Tried out the Nads Viso HP50 and I was smitten mmmm.
My very first higher end IEM! :thumb:Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/2_zpss8xuoulc.jpg)
oic
:)
So I'm debating if I should get a really good cable from Pexon as his silver cables are like... £70... :-X
Wow, that is some hella nice snake oiloic
:)
So I'm debating if I should get a really good cable from Pexon as his silver cables are like... £70... :-X
Compared to what some crazy people on head-fi spend on cables (http://www.whiplashaudio.com/cables/headphone-cables.html?dir=desc&order=price) (not even the most expensive option) £70 is cheap.
The alternative is another stock cable which will probably be half that price and won't look anywhere near as good and you get no say about what length it is (why is the after the Y split so long on most cables?) so I'd go for it, if you haven't already.
oic
:)
So I'm debating if I should get a really good cable from Pexon as his silver cables are like... £70... :-X
Compared to what some crazy people on head-fi spend on cables (http://www.whiplashaudio.com/cables/headphone-cables.html?dir=desc&order=price) (not even the most expensive option) £70 is cheap.
The alternative is another stock cable which will probably be half that price and won't look anywhere near as good and you get no say about what length it is (why is the after the Y split so long on most cables?) so I'd go for it, if you haven't already.
Focal Spirit Professional user here:
They sound gorgeous and they are some of the best isolating cans on the market, but my god are they uncomfortable to wear for extended periods.
Looking to pick up some HD280s next.
Ugh I thought I was good with my setup and then GL1TCH3D brought me to Layton Audio in Montreal. Tried out the Nads Viso HP50 and I was smitten mmmm.
Still using my HD 558's. I am planning a upgrade soon though.
Still using my HD 558's. I am planning a upgrade soon though.
What are you planning on upgrading too?
The th900 sold I presume? xP
Interested in hearing.g tour thoughts on the 1A
I tried the Sony headphones here in the Montreal show and found them quite good. However my friend has been raving about the new xb950 which is actually fairly cheap on the USA. (And he's an audiophile with lots of CIEMs and more).
The th900 sold I presume? xP
Interested in hearing.g tour thoughts on the 1A
I tried the Sony headphones here in the Montreal show and found them quite good. However my friend has been raving about the new xb950 which is actually fairly cheap on the USA. (And he's an audiophile with lots of CIEMs and more).
Not quite yet. You still have a shot
I have a pair of xb950 now which is what's sold me on "upgrading" to the 1a. My only issue with the xb is it does what it claims very well and too well for my tastes. Plus the ear cups are a tad too small
The th900 sold I presume? xP
Interested in hearing.g tour thoughts on the 1A
I tried the Sony headphones here in the Montreal show and found them quite good. However my friend has been raving about the new xb950 which is actually fairly cheap on the USA. (And he's an audiophile with lots of CIEMs and more).
Not quite yet. You still have a shot
I have a pair of xb950 now which is what's sold me on "upgrading" to the 1a. My only issue with the xb is it does what it claims very well and too well for my tastes. Plus the ear cups are a tad too small
Ah my friend has tiny ears and so do I xD
Honestly I'm really liking these AKG K551...
And according to golden ears the measurements and perceived sound is really accurate (and I also have to agree with that)
http://en.goldenears.net/17012
If you have $150 for headphones I'd highly recommend trying them
The th900 sold I presume? xP
Interested in hearing.g tour thoughts on the 1A
I tried the Sony headphones here in the Montreal show and found them quite good. However my friend has been raving about the new xb950 which is actually fairly cheap on the USA. (And he's an audiophile with lots of CIEMs and more).
Not quite yet. You still have a shot
I have a pair of xb950 now which is what's sold me on "upgrading" to the 1a. My only issue with the xb is it does what it claims very well and too well for my tastes. Plus the ear cups are a tad too small
Ah my friend has tiny ears and so do I xD
Honestly I'm really liking these AKG K551...
And according to golden ears the measurements and perceived sound is really accurate (and I also have to agree with that)
http://en.goldenears.net/17012
If you have $150 for headphones I'd highly recommend trying them
I really liked the model previous to that, the k550. If the k845bt wasn't so neutral (I want a more fun sound), I'd be getting those instead of the sonys.
Two of my favorite sounding headphones that aren't big enough for any length of use.
La la la la what's a macintosh setup?!Ugh I thought I was good with my setup and then GL1TCH3D brought me to Layton Audio in Montreal. Tried out the Nads Viso HP50 and I was smitten mmmm.
Don't forget the McIntosh headphones! Even I was surprised by how good they were
Why do my hobbies cost so much?
La la la la what's a macintosh setup?!Ugh I thought I was good with my setup and then GL1TCH3D brought me to Layton Audio in Montreal. Tried out the Nads Viso HP50 and I was smitten mmmm.
Don't forget the McIntosh headphones! Even I was surprised by how good they were
/me cries because he'll never be able to afford that rigWhy do my hobbies cost so much?
The struggle is real :(
La la la la what's a macintosh setup?!Ugh I thought I was good with my setup and then GL1TCH3D brought me to Layton Audio in Montreal. Tried out the Nads Viso HP50 and I was smitten mmmm.
Don't forget the McIntosh headphones! Even I was surprised by how good they were
/me cries because he'll never be able to afford that rigWhy do my hobbies cost so much?
The struggle is real :(
Just buy some beyerdynamic instead. Pretty sure they're the same phones.
Bought some Philips Fidelio x2 headphones, now to wait for them..Show Image(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51Rg99OfCHL.jpg)
Bought some Philips Fidelio x2 headphones, now to wait for them..Show Image(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51Rg99OfCHL.jpg)
Nice choice! I've always wanted to demo those, I only hear good things about them (very rare for headphones).
Anyone interested in buying some HE400i's? :rolleyes:
Anyone interested in buying some HE400i's? :rolleyes:
what're you gonna replace them with?
Now I need to decide on a cheap-ish dac/amp to get.. Hoping some are on sale during this Amazon Prime Day event coming up.
Anyone interested in buying some HE400i's? :rolleyes:
what're you gonna replace them with?
Anyone interested in buying some HE400i's? :rolleyes:
what're you gonna replace them with?
Hopefully some LCDs. I just auditioned some and man they are something...
Anyone interested in buying some HE400i's? :rolleyes:
what're you gonna replace them with?
Hopefully some LCDs. I just auditioned some and man they are something...
Every LCD I've heard (admittedly only 2) was so good. Too bad they're so much $
Anyone interested in buying some HE400i's? :rolleyes:
what're you gonna replace them with?
Hopefully some LCDs. I just auditioned some and man they are something...
Every LCD I've heard (admittedly only 2) was so good. Too bad they're so much $
I just got to try the LCD 3's, LCD X's, and LCD XC's. LCD 3 was my favorite. The bass is magical. X's were a bit too sparkly for me. XC were very good.. Very open for a closed can.
(wanna buy some barely used xc?)
Anyone interested in buying some HE400i's? :rolleyes:
what're you gonna replace them with?
Hopefully some LCDs. I just auditioned some and man they are something...
Every LCD I've heard (admittedly only 2) was so good. Too bad they're so much $
I just got to try the LCD 3's, LCD X's, and LCD XC's. LCD 3 was my favorite. The bass is magical. X's were a bit too sparkly for me. XC were very good.. Very open for a closed can.
(wanna buy some barely used xc?)
Anyone interested in buying some HE400i's? :rolleyes:
what're you gonna replace them with?
Maybe some shiny new 400s?
Thinking about getting a pair to check out myself. I like the new connector style and the early reviews haven't chased me off yet.
Anyone interested in buying some HE400i's? :rolleyes:
what're you gonna replace them with?
Maybe some shiny new 400s?
Thinking about getting a pair to check out myself. I like the new connector style and the early reviews haven't chased me off yet.
If the 400s goes on sale on Prime Day I might have to reconsider my x2s. I think they should have picked a better name than 400s tho.
Anyone interested in buying some HE400i's? :rolleyes:
what're you gonna replace them with?
Maybe some shiny new 400s?
Thinking about getting a pair to check out myself. I like the new connector style and the early reviews haven't chased me off yet.
If the 400s goes on sale on Prime Day I might have to reconsider my x2s. I think they should have picked a better name than 400s tho.
I'm actually debating between the x2 and 400s for my open option. I kinda want a planar, but hfm's planars don't have the same low end feel that audeze does and a lot of reviews are saying it's a more neutral sound than the x2, too...
Guess I'll see what prime day does, too.
Anyone interested in buying some HE400i's? :rolleyes:
what're you gonna replace them with?
Maybe some shiny new 400s?
Thinking about getting a pair to check out myself. I like the new connector style and the early reviews haven't chased me off yet.
If the 400s goes on sale on Prime Day I might have to reconsider my x2s. I think they should have picked a better name than 400s tho.
I'm actually debating between the x2 and 400s for my open option. I kinda want a planar, but hfm's planars don't have the same low end feel that audeze does and a lot of reviews are saying it's a more neutral sound than the x2, too...
Guess I'll see what prime day does, too.
I picked up one of the warehouse deals x2s for $240, so I didn't feel the need to wait for Prime Day on that.
I got a pair of Audio Technica ATH-M40x today. They are supposed to be professional monitor headphones. I got them because of that, and because they have got really good reviews.
But when I try them out, all music sounds lower than my previous headphones and speakers except for THE BASS IS HURTING MY EARS. The lowest bass has too much pressure.
What? They are supposed to have a near-linear frequency response.
Not just pop music, but also Beatles and Simon and Garfunkel sound weird.
Is there something wrong with my pair of M40x's, have I been misinformed about the frequency response or have all my previous headphones just been crappy?
I want to return the headphones but I am not sure that I can do that if they are supposed to sound this way.
**** the MEE grabbag shipped woo cheap iems
haven't had much chance to spent time with my cans lately :(
Anyone interested in buying some HE400i's? :rolleyes:
what're you gonna replace them with?
Maybe some shiny new 400s?
Thinking about getting a pair to check out myself. I like the new connector style and the early reviews haven't chased me off yet.
If the 400s goes on sale on Prime Day I might have to reconsider my x2s. I think they should have picked a better name than 400s tho.
I'm actually debating between the x2 and 400s for my open option. I kinda want a planar, but hfm's planars don't have the same low end feel that audeze does and a lot of reviews are saying it's a more neutral sound than the x2, too...
Guess I'll see what prime day does, too.
Anybody looking for some th600?
Anybody looking for some th600?
I might be when CAD USD gets a little closer to sane ratios, and shipping becomes free.
but yes, I'm very tempted :p
Anybody looking for some th600?
I might be when CAD USD gets a little closer to sane ratios, and shipping becomes free.
but yes, I'm very tempted :p
Pay him in super cheap Canadian medications instead!
Prime day is not ok
Prime day is not ok
Prime day is more like **** we can't sell any other day, day.
Prime day is not ok
Fidelio X2s were on for a decent price, but I am waiting for more reviews of the he-400S
The koss esp950 was down to 650 CDN which is a damn good price.
That's about $520USD
M-Duos have been casually burned in... they're nice for what I paid. All these sub $100 iems I'm getting to try are pretty impressive. Makes me think I'll never move onto customs
you should get the 30 dollar iphone headphones . I know that they don't seem very good , but believe me they are :thumb:
He isn't trolling, he just wants free steam game codes from another thread and he needs 30 posts.you should get the 30 dollar iphone headphones . I know that they don't seem very good , but believe me they are :thumb:
your trolling game needs a class in subtlety :P
Hey , at least i was trying to write something sensible ;DHe isn't trolling, he just wants free steam game codes from another thread and he needs 30 posts.you should get the 30 dollar iphone headphones . I know that they don't seem very good , but believe me they are :thumb:
your trolling game needs a class in subtlety :P
I've heard that the apple ear buds are pretty decent from a few sources now
I've heard that the apple ear buds are pretty decent from a few sources now
The free ones that come with an iDevice? Any sort of earbud is hard to go back to after using IEMs.
My guess is that your ears have not adjusted to the sound signature of the headphones. M40 and M50 have really good bass extension. This means they can play very low sub-bass frequencies at detectable db. Sub bass is felt more than heard so maybe that is what you're not used to.I figured out what it was. The M40Xs are just not particularly well defined in the lower bass registers. I have been used to my Denon AH-D1001 that are much better in that way.
Now I need some really sound-blocking good head-phones for work... Next to me are some salesmen that platter on all day, and it is driving me mad.My guess is that your ears have not adjusted to the sound signature of the headphones. M40 and M50 have really good bass extension. This means they can play very low sub-bass frequencies at detectable db. Sub bass is felt more than heard so maybe that is what you're not used to.I figured out what it was. The M40s are just not particularly well defined in the lower bass registers. I have been used to my Denon AH-D1001 that are much better in that way.
Now I need some really sound-blocking good head-phones for work... Next to me are some salesmen that platter on all day, and it is driving me mad.
Now I need some really sound-blocking good head-phones for work... Next to me are some salesmen that platter on all day, and it is driving me mad.
if you can settle for passable SQ, Bose are REALLY good at noise cancelling.
Now I need some really sound-blocking good head-phones for work... Next to me are some salesmen that platter on all day, and it is driving me mad.
if you can settle for passable SQ, Bose are REALLY good at noise cancelling.
I really doubt that he requires an active noise cancelling and I don't think the bose headphones filter voices out that well.
Audio-Technica's QuietPoint® headphones use active noise-cancelling technology to reduce distracting background noise, providing an exceptionally comfortable and restful listening environment in areas with high ambient noise. Active noise-cancelling headphones have components not present in ordinary headphones:
Microphone – Noise-cancelling headphones feature a miniature microphone in the earpiece that picks up ambient noise (such as traffic, air-handling systems, etc.)
Noise-canceling circuitry – Electronics in the ear piece create a noise-cancelling wave that is 180° out of phase with the ambient noise. This wave acts like a noise eraser: it cancels out the annoying sounds that surround you without diminishing the audio you want to hear. The result…a peaceful enclave to enjoy the music or movies of your choice.
Battery – The noise-cancelling electronics are battery-powered.
M-Duos have been casually burned in... they're nice for what I paid. All these sub $100 iems I'm getting to try are pretty impressive. Makes me think I'll never move onto customs
The right side of my AKG K812 suddenly went mute, tried changing cables (have two, stock and a custom 3rd party one), no joy. :( I was especially troubled because they are supposed to be off warranty, and the local distributor was rather reticent about cost of repair/replacement. Anyway, since it was one of my TOTL cans, I steeled myself and went ahead with the RMA (was prepared to pay up to 500USD for replacement). Since I'd gotten the can used, the seller indicated it was off warranty, and had been using it for a few months, I was expecting to be hit a few hundred USD's for the repair/replacement. :'(What Senns do you have? I remember reading earlier in the thread that you traded your 800s.
A few days turned into weeks (the can had to be shipped to AKG Austria for assessment), and honestly speaking, I'd more or less given up on it. Called the local distributor at around the sixth week mark and was pleasantly surprised when I was told AKG has decided to replace my faulty unit with a brand new one! Of course, it occurred to me that I might have to pony up some serious deniros for the new unit. Imagine my even greater surprise when I was told that I need only pay for the shipping cost to AKG, that amounted to about 50USD! ;D
When I went to the local distributor for my replacement unit, the rep there opened a brand new sealed box of K812 before my eyes, I took the headphone and cable only, since I'd given them my headphone and cable for the RMA. Now that's outstanding customer service and I believe goodwill was extended to me as well. It's my firm belief that the warranty had expired, yet I need only pay a token shipping fee for a brand new unit......I don't think Sennheiser would ever do that! Not hating on Senn, just something I've gathered from other forums. Besides, I'm something of a Seen fanboy myself, but due to the outstanding manner in which my RMA was handled, I'd be more predisposed to getting another AKG can in the near future.
Anyway, sorry 'bout the rather long post, just rather stoked that I have a brand new K812 for a token RMA fee....Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/01_zpstnr8l4li.jpg)
But this time round, the K812 isn't made in Austria anymore, and doesn't have that 'Made in Austria' print printed on the side, rather, there's a small sticker indicating country of origin.Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/02_zpsxgtyezl1.jpg)
What Senns do you have? I remember reading earlier in the thread that you traded your 800s.Yep, traded my HD800 for a Grado PS1000, and I have the IE800, HD700 and an old HD555.
Best headphone I've ever had was the Audeze LCD-2. It just felt so real. However, it was kind of heavy and I moved to another office where open-backs would be annoying to others. I can't stand closed backs, so now I'm some using some cheapo earphones.
I have had a lot of time to listen to the Audeze LCD XCs and they sound great! Completely changed my opinion on closed-back headphones.
I have had a lot of time to listen to the Audeze LCD XCs and they sound great! Completely changed my opinion on closed-back headphones.
I wish I didn't have to sell mine.
I have had a lot of time to listen to the Audeze LCD XCs and they sound great! Completely changed my opinion on closed-back headphones.
I wish I didn't have to sell mine.
I have had a lot of time to listen to the Audeze LCD XCs and they sound great! Completely changed my opinion on closed-back headphones.
I wish I didn't have to sell mine.
Why is TJ selling all his audio goodies?
I have had a lot of time to listen to the Audeze LCD XCs and they sound great! Completely changed my opinion on closed-back headphones.
I wish I didn't have to sell mine.
Why is TJ selling all his audio goodies?
Because I realized while I like amps and dacs and $1500 headphones, I was listening to music way louder than my ears needed and also because I'm kinda falling out of interest with summit-fi gear. Esp when I can have a bunch of different mid tier gear to try (I enjoy the chase more than having perfection, I think) and keep and still have money for things like cheese.
I have had a lot of time to listen to the Audeze LCD XCs and they sound great! Completely changed my opinion on closed-back headphones.
I wish I didn't have to sell mine.
Why is TJ selling all his audio goodies?
Because I realized while I like amps and dacs and $1500 headphones, I was listening to music way louder than my ears needed and also because I'm kinda falling out of interest with summit-fi gear. Esp when I can have a bunch of different mid tier gear to try (I enjoy the chase more than having perfection, I think) and keep and still have money for things like cheese.
I have had a lot of time to listen to the Audeze LCD XCs and they sound great! Completely changed my opinion on closed-back headphones.
I wish I didn't have to sell mine.
Why is TJ selling all his audio goodies?
Because I realized while I like amps and dacs and $1500 headphones, I was listening to music way louder than my ears needed and also because I'm kinda falling out of interest with summit-fi gear. Esp when I can have a bunch of different mid tier gear to try (I enjoy the chase more than having perfection, I think) and keep and still have money for things like cheese.
Cheese is good. :)
I am currently interested in the HE-400S. Going to go down to my local headphone shop next week to check them out and compare them to the he-400i and 560s.
I would love to consider the x2s, however my local headphone shop (headphonebar.com) sells pretty much everything except Philips! As I can try most other headphones, I will probably pick something that I have tried and enjoyed over something I cannot.
I'm in stupid Mexico where there isn't much at the stores and the little there is they don't let you test it. So I bought the Fidelio X2 and waiting for my package to arrive hopefully this weekend. I've been using HD25's for 8 yrs now. I love them but I recently decided to get some other headphones with more bass extension. After the X2 I might buy the Sennheiser HD 8 DJ. WubbWubb.I would love to consider the x2s, however my local headphone shop (headphonebar.com) sells pretty much everything except Philips! As I can try most other headphones, I will probably pick something that I have tried and enjoyed over something I cannot.
So lucky...
I wish we had a good retailer like that.
I would love to consider the x2s, however my local headphone shop (headphonebar.com) sells pretty much everything except Philips! As I can try most other headphones, I will probably pick something that I have tried and enjoyed over something I cannot.
I would love to consider the x2s, however my local headphone shop (headphonebar.com) sells pretty much everything except Philips! As I can try most other headphones, I will probably pick something that I have tried and enjoyed over something I cannot.
Pretty sweet being able to try the headphones out in person before you buy them.. I just had to decide based on reviews
I would love to consider the x2s, however my local headphone shop (headphonebar.com) sells pretty much everything except Philips! As I can try most other headphones, I will probably pick something that I have tried and enjoyed over something I cannot.
Pretty sweet being able to try the headphones out in person before you buy them.. I just had to decide based on reviews
I hate reviews
I have to read so many before I find one that's applicable to my tastes.
JH Roxanne reviews were very misleading and the Beyer T5p even more so.
JH Roxanne reviews were very misleading and the Beyer T5p even more so.I'm thinking of getting a JHA Roxanne Universal, so I'm curious about this, care to elaborate?
Canadian retailers don't accept returns on headphones.
Even bestbuy that has a pretty open return policy doesn't accept returns.
JH Roxanne reviews were very misleading and the Beyer T5p even more so.I'm thinking of getting a JHA Roxanne Universal, so I'm curious about this, care to elaborate?
Why did I give this 1/2 a star? Simply because the experience with these has been absolutely awful.
I found out after talking to a few audiophiles about my pair that the left earpiece may be broken in some way. Basically the mids were muffled and sounded off. Very noticeable if you paid attention to it/ know what to listen for. Otherwise it would just sound like something is off overall. This coming in after all the cosmetic defects and delays is REALLY disappointing. I send emails with no response. I call and get connected to Andy who listens to me and tells me he'll send me a pair first thing Monday morning (Monday being May 19th) and that he would quality check it himself. Well here I am updating this on June 12th with no further response and no replacement after confirming by email that he would send me a replacement on May 19th. This has been an overall awful experience dealing with JH for a $1300 pair of earbuds.
Canadian retailers don't accept returns on headphones.
Even bestbuy that has a pretty open return policy doesn't accept returns.
I'm fairly sure Amazon accepts returns on headphones. Sure, it's not a retailer in the strict sense, but it is a viable option.
Canadian retailers don't accept returns on headphones.
Even bestbuy that has a pretty open return policy doesn't accept returns.
I'm fairly sure Amazon accepts returns on headphones. Sure, it's not a retailer in the strict sense, but it is a viable option.
Meanwhile from Amazon.ca the M50x is $200CDN
http://www.amazon.ca/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50x-Professional-Headphones/dp/B00HVLUR86/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1437619625&sr=8-1&keywords=m50x
Something that runs 25% less on amazon.com
http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50x-Professional-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B00HVLUR86/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1437619661&sr=8-1&keywords=m50x
Or the HD650
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-650-Headphones/dp/B00018MSNI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1437619688&sr=8-1&keywords=hd650
http://www.amazon.ca/Sennheiser-HD-650-Headphones/dp/B00018MSNI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1437619703&sr=8-1&keywords=hd650
Even if it's getting better, amazon.ca isn't remotely competitive for pricing.
Oh my, this makes me quite leery of getting the Roxanne, thanks for the headsup. I think I'd be better off with an Heir Audio 8a CIEM, thought I don't like the idea of CIEM's....but seeing that someone is selling his pair of 8a for about 500USD, perhaps I'd be better off with it. Or, I might not get any more IEM's/CIEM's and shift my focus back to getting some cans I'd promised myself.....like the HE4S and a Shure 1540 for example.
It was supposed to be released in Jan 2014 and shipped at the end of the month. I preordered it through Moon Audio in mid Jan.
I got it early April with all the delays.
They wouldn't even announce why there were delays. I would only hear it from Moon Audio that there was a delay and that's why he wasn't shipping me anything yet.
He even gave me free 2 day shipping to Canada for the long wait (Good Guy Drew)
I got it and I was hearing a distinct imbalance when I first got it but thought maybe it was the tips or something. Obviously my other audiophile friends wanted to hear it. I showed it to one and he heard something weird but I convinced him that it was probably the tips or something. When I showed it to my other friend and he heard the same imbalance I knew something was up. By then I had them for about a month and I still heard the imbalance a bit even after trying different eartips.
I played around with the balance shift on the Fiio x5 and had to shift it left to fix the balance issue but even then there were problems in the treble. I tried switching the cable sides around but still heard the imbalance in the left side. The drivers / earpiece was defective. I called them using Andy's personal line and he guaranteed me that he'd inspect a brand new pair and ship them out to me. This was about in May. I emailed him my personal info which he requested and waited patiently. A month later I had received nothing in the mail and no email reply. I call back and Angie tells me that he's on vacation and that he hadn't left anything to be sent for me. He went on vacation without sending me the new Roxannes, something that came defective on arrival and that cost $1300 before shipping and taxes.
By the time he finally got back and shipped me the new pair it was July.
Here's a quote from my review over at headfi:QuoteWhy did I give this 1/2 a star? Simply because the experience with these has been absolutely awful.
I found out after talking to a few audiophiles about my pair that the left earpiece may be broken in some way. Basically the mids were muffled and sounded off. Very noticeable if you paid attention to it/ know what to listen for. Otherwise it would just sound like something is off overall. This coming in after all the cosmetic defects and delays is REALLY disappointing. I send emails with no response. I call and get connected to Andy who listens to me and tells me he'll send me a pair first thing Monday morning (Monday being May 19th) and that he would quality check it himself. Well here I am updating this on June 12th with no further response and no replacement after confirming by email that he would send me a replacement on May 19th. This has been an overall awful experience dealing with JH for a $1300 pair of earbuds.
I got to try both the new and old pairs and compare them. It really shocked me to see that the build had been completely changed. While the old ones had darker plastic and a more formed look, the new ones were more bulbous with a more transparent plastic and a bulbous look. They sounded like opposites. With the new driver on the left and the old one on the right, the sound on the old one was dark and veiled with the new one being brighter.
They either changed the way they were making the earbuds or they changed the design without telling anyone hoping that they would be rare enough for no one to notice. Either that or my first pair was REALLY screwed up but my initial impressions matched a lot of the initial impressions.
Another thing worth noting is that JH claimed that these Roxannes were going to be the top of the line for the new series. It took some people a year to get their custom versions. Less than a year after the Roxannes were announced, the Angie and Laylas come out. My friend who ordered his custom roxannes (the first friend that I let try my Roxannes) on Black Friday waited until July / August of 2014 to get them and was obviously pissed when he saw them release a "better" model.
Yet another one of my friends visited JH in person before the Freq Phase came out and he asked them "Do you guys have something else coming out soon? I'm going to be pretty pissed if I buy these JH13s and something else comes out."
Literally a month after he got his 13s done, the FP version came out.
Ah that's my rant about JH for now.
Oh my, this makes me quite leery of getting the Roxanne, thanks for the headsup. I think I'd be better off with an Heir Audio 8a CIEM, thought I don't like the idea of CIEM's....but seeing that someone is selling his pair of 8a for about 500USD, perhaps I'd be better off with it. Or, I might not get any more IEM's/CIEM's and shift my focus back to getting some cans I'd promised myself.....like the HE4S and a Shure 1540 for example.
Ah that's my rant about JH for now.
Oh my, this makes me quite leery of getting the Roxanne, thanks for the headsup. I think I'd be better off with an Heir Audio 8a CIEM, thought I don't like the idea of CIEM's....but seeing that someone is selling his pair of 8a for about 500USD, perhaps I'd be better off with it. Or, I might not get any more IEM's/CIEM's and shift my focus back to getting some cans I'd promised myself.....like the HE4S and a Shure 1540 for example.
Ah that's my rant about JH for now.
Not trying to scare you away.
I'm generally considered the unluckiest person in a lot of groups for just negative random occurances. In video games my RNG equates to just about nothing. I can't get a good roll for my life. I can have 95% chance of success and fail consistently.
In real life it's not quite as bad but still very bad. I don't remember reading about any other defective Roxanne's. (Though there are still a lot of people mad about the stunt of hiding the Laylas / Angies until everyone's ordered the Roxanne's).
I've had my T5p break, the Roxanne came defective.
Luckily I've never had anything lost in the mail, though customs has opened and held my last 4 international purchases. They've also held every single fountain pen purchase for inspection.
Oh my, this makes me quite leery of getting the Roxanne, thanks for the headsup. I think I'd be better off with an Heir Audio 8a CIEM, thought I don't like the idea of CIEM's....but seeing that someone is selling his pair of 8a for about 500USD, perhaps I'd be better off with it. Or, I might not get any more IEM's/CIEM's and shift my focus back to getting some cans I'd promised myself.....like the HE4S and a Shure 1540 for example.
Ah that's my rant about JH for now.
Not trying to scare you away.
I'm generally considered the unluckiest person in a lot of groups for just negative random occurances. In video games my RNG equates to just about nothing. I can't get a good roll for my life. I can have 95% chance of success and fail consistently.
In real life it's not quite as bad but still very bad. I don't remember reading about any other defective Roxanne's. (Though there are still a lot of people mad about the stunt of hiding the Laylas / Angies until everyone's ordered the Roxanne's).
I've had my T5p break, the Roxanne came defective.
Luckily I've never had anything lost in the mail, though customs has opened and held my last 4 international purchases. They've also held every single fountain pen purchase for inspection.
Don't play XCOM :p
I was tossing up whether to get the Roxanne's or the Angie but decided on se846's instead and after reading your experiences I'm kinda glad. Saved on money and hassel.
SE846 with zx2 = Boss btw :)
I've more or less dropped the Roxanne Yniversal......an Heir Audio 8a has caught my eyes. The cost of the *a plus reshelling would cost me about 580USD, so I'm thinking I might just go for it.
Well $1080 total is still less than a Roxanne =PNo, the cost of reshelling and the earphones themselves would total 580usd.....a good deal.
This is a really old thread but I'm rocking some HD600's and a M & M Schiit stack with a custom Cardas cable.
They're awesome and probably the best bang for your buck on the market. The sound is just phenomenal and so clear. I know you can spend significantly more on dacs and amps but I can't imagine I'd ever need anything more than these.
JH Roxanne reviews were very misleading and the Beyer T5p even more so.I'm thinking of getting a JHA Roxanne Universal, so I'm curious about this, care to elaborate?
It was supposed to be released in Jan 2014 and shipped at the end of the month. I preordered it through Moon Audio in mid Jan.
I got it early April with all the delays.
They wouldn't even announce why there were delays. I would only hear it from Moon Audio that there was a delay and that's why he wasn't shipping me anything yet.
He even gave me free 2 day shipping to Canada for the long wait (Good Guy Drew)
I got it and I was hearing a distinct imbalance when I first got it but thought maybe it was the tips or something. Obviously my other audiophile friends wanted to hear it. I showed it to one and he heard something weird but I convinced him that it was probably the tips or something. When I showed it to my other friend and he heard the same imbalance I knew something was up. By then I had them for about a month and I still heard the imbalance a bit even after trying different eartips.
I played around with the balance shift on the Fiio x5 and had to shift it left to fix the balance issue but even then there were problems in the treble. I tried switching the cable sides around but still heard the imbalance in the left side. The drivers / earpiece was defective. I called them using Andy's personal line and he guaranteed me that he'd inspect a brand new pair and ship them out to me. This was about in May. I emailed him my personal info which he requested and waited patiently. A month later I had received nothing in the mail and no email reply. I call back and Angie tells me that he's on vacation and that he hadn't left anything to be sent for me. He went on vacation without sending me the new Roxannes, something that came defective on arrival and that cost $1300 before shipping and taxes.
By the time he finally got back and shipped me the new pair it was July.
Here's a quote from my review over at headfi:QuoteWhy did I give this 1/2 a star? Simply because the experience with these has been absolutely awful.
I found out after talking to a few audiophiles about my pair that the left earpiece may be broken in some way. Basically the mids were muffled and sounded off. Very noticeable if you paid attention to it/ know what to listen for. Otherwise it would just sound like something is off overall. This coming in after all the cosmetic defects and delays is REALLY disappointing. I send emails with no response. I call and get connected to Andy who listens to me and tells me he'll send me a pair first thing Monday morning (Monday being May 19th) and that he would quality check it himself. Well here I am updating this on June 12th with no further response and no replacement after confirming by email that he would send me a replacement on May 19th. This has been an overall awful experience dealing with JH for a $1300 pair of earbuds.
I got to try both the new and old pairs and compare them. It really shocked me to see that the build had been completely changed. While the old ones had darker plastic and a more formed look, the new ones were more bulbous with a more transparent plastic and a bulbous look. They sounded like opposites. With the new driver on the left and the old one on the right, the sound on the old one was dark and veiled with the new one being brighter.
They either changed the way they were making the earbuds or they changed the design without telling anyone hoping that they would be rare enough for no one to notice. Either that or my first pair was REALLY screwed up but my initial impressions matched a lot of the initial impressions.
Another thing worth noting is that JH claimed that these Roxannes were going to be the top of the line for the new series. It took some people a year to get their custom versions. Less than a year after the Roxannes were announced, the Angie and Laylas come out. My friend who ordered his custom roxannes (the first friend that I let try my Roxannes) on Black Friday waited until July / August of 2014 to get them and was obviously pissed when he saw them release a "better" model.
Yet another one of my friends visited JH in person before the Freq Phase came out and he asked them "Do you guys have something else coming out soon? I'm going to be pretty pissed if I buy these JH13s and something else comes out."
Literally a month after he got his 13s done, the FP version came out.
Ah that's my rant about JH for now.
Glad I heard that about the JH stuff. I was really considering getting a pair of JH ciems in the future. So you think Noble is the way to go? What about Hidition?
HD600 or DT880 250/600 Premium, which would you choose ?HD600 because I've already been in the position of making that choice and I don't regret going with the 600s at all.
HD600 or DT880 250/600 Premium, which would you choose ?HD600 because I've already been in the position of making that choice and I don't regret going with the 600s at all.
HD600 or DT880 250/600 Premium, which would you choose ?
Just had to put £600 aside for my house for the first time, it's going to be a while before I can afford my Vali and Modi, so a long time before I can use my 990s :(
Just had to put £600 aside for my house for the first time, it's going to be a while before I can afford my Vali and Modi, so a long time before I can use my 990s :(
Try building something simple in the meantime? =P
If you need some quick juice you could make a cmoy amp for almost nothing.
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It's a sad day when I get BMed for saying the Shure 940 has bad bass response and the Hd700 has crappy treble spikes.
Guess it's a good time to leave /r/headphones
It's a sad day when I get BMed for saying the Shure 940 has bad bass response and the Hd700 has crappy treble spikes.
Guess it's a good time to leave /r/headphones
Just had to put £600 aside for my house for the first time, it's going to be a while before I can afford my Vali and Modi, so a long time before I can use my 990s :(
Try building something simple in the meantime? =P
If you need some quick juice you could make a cmoy amp for almost nothing.
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It's a sad day when I get BMed for saying the Shure 940 has bad bass response and the Hd700 has crappy treble spikes.
Guess it's a good time to leave /r/headphones
It's a sad day when I get BMed for saying the Shure 940 has bad bass response and the Hd700 has crappy treble spikes.
Guess it's a good time to leave /r/headphones
it's the internet. hell, it's reddit. i wouldn't take their BMing to heart, nor see it as indicative of that subreddit as a whole.
Just had to put £600 aside for my house for the first time, it's going to be a while before I can afford my Vali and Modi, so a long time before I can use my 990s :(
Try building something simple in the meantime? =P
If you need some quick juice you could make a cmoy amp for almost nothing.
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It's a sad day when I get BMed for saying the Shure 940 has bad bass response and the Hd700 has crappy treble spikes.
Guess it's a good time to leave /r/headphones
The same can be said of head-fi. I actually think /r/headphones is better in this respect.It's a sad day when I get BMed for saying the Shure 940 has bad bass response and the Hd700 has crappy treble spikes.
Guess it's a good time to leave /r/headphones
it's the internet. hell, it's reddit. i wouldn't take their BMing to heart, nor see it as indicative of that subreddit as a whole.
It's that a lot of these comments are delusional or completely ignorant. Basing their own opinion of a product from someone else's opinion who had 10 seconds with it and has no comparison for headphones.
Or they've convinced themselves of the opposite so they can rationalize the purchase. The number of times I've heard of "X headphones being the TOTL killer" is insane.
I recently got to audition the SA5000 from Sony which is supposed to be an HD800 killer and it was not even a contest. The only thing I'd say is maybe the sa5000 had a sweeter treble but the rest of the frequency range was far too lacking in quality.
Ugh
Sorry for the rant. Just annoyed by rampant ignorance.
The same can be said of head-fi. I actually think /r/headphones is better in this respect.It's a sad day when I get BMed for saying the Shure 940 has bad bass response and the Hd700 has crappy treble spikes.
Guess it's a good time to leave /r/headphones
it's the internet. hell, it's reddit. i wouldn't take their BMing to heart, nor see it as indicative of that subreddit as a whole.
It's that a lot of these comments are delusional or completely ignorant. Basing their own opinion of a product from someone else's opinion who had 10 seconds with it and has no comparison for headphones.
Or they've convinced themselves of the opposite so they can rationalize the purchase. The number of times I've heard of "X headphones being the TOTL killer" is insane.
I recently got to audition the SA5000 from Sony which is supposed to be an HD800 killer and it was not even a contest. The only thing I'd say is maybe the sa5000 had a sweeter treble but the rest of the frequency range was far too lacking in quality.
Ugh
Sorry for the rant. Just annoyed by rampant ignorance.
At the end of the day, it's just a guy/girl taking advantage of anonymity to act like an ass to overcome other shortcomings in their life. I find that this mindset helps me get over this stuff.
On /r/headphones I really don't see any elitism. Most members there seem to just own a a few headphones, if even, and base all their knowledge of other headphones on reviews =\
On /r/headphones I really don't see any elitism. Most members there seem to just own a a few headphones, if even, and base all their knowledge of other headphones on reviews =\
It's why I use /r/headphones, there tends to be a bit more of an objective approach to things. Although, IMO, at times it still falls victim to "hero" worship, where a bunch of members will become sycophants and blindly defend the views of well established members with strong opinions, and downvote you if you go against it.
Usually if I want good info or reviews I stick to YouTube videos or try changstar once in a while.
IEMs under < $200 are so hard to pick... so many choices.
Anyone know of a good IEM ~150-200 range that has great midrange vocals, but does not skimp on treble or sub-bass? Neutral mid-bass is fine with me (HD650 satisfies me for that) but I'm specifically looking for good vocals and good extension. For reference, I think Shure SE215 is not detailed and *too* bassy.
IEMs under < $200 are so hard to pick... so many choices.
Anyone know of a good IEM ~150-200 range that has great midrange vocals, but does not skimp on treble or sub-bass? Neutral mid-bass is fine with me (HD650 satisfies me for that) but I'm specifically looking for good vocals and good extension. For reference, I think Shure SE215 is not detailed and *too* bassy.
I think the Sony BHA-3 fits in your description. It has been replaced for newer models but I remember you could still buy them form the US Sony shop website.
Would recommend to people looking to pick up cheapearbudsin-ear monitors.
Sorry, it's XBA-3. My bad.IEMs under < $200 are so hard to pick... so many choices.
Anyone know of a good IEM ~150-200 range that has great midrange vocals, but does not skimp on treble or sub-bass? Neutral mid-bass is fine with me (HD650 satisfies me for that) but I'm specifically looking for good vocals and good extension. For reference, I think Shure SE215 is not detailed and *too* bassy.
I think the Sony BHA-3 fits in your description. It has been replaced for newer models but I remember you could still buy them form the US Sony shop website.
tanks! will take a look at some reviews :)
I have finally decided that I am happy with what I have lol no more searching for that constant upgrade.
I have finally decided that I am happy with what I have lol no more searching for that constant upgrade.
It is a relieving feeling. Happened when I got my K10s and then hit me again when the 560s came out.
I have finally decided that I am happy with what I have lol no more searching for that constant upgrade.
It is a relieving feeling. Happened when I got my K10s and then hit me again when the 560s came out.
Am I right here for asking about a headphones/headsets I bought?
If yes:
I recently bought the A151P 2nd Gen from MEEElectronics and am wondering right now. When I listen to mp3's and flac's I hear a static "noise", but only in-between songs or if the song itself is slow. When I hit the stop button the noise is also cancelled or rather just gone. Do I hit the play button again I can hear the noise again. If I'm correct I think the static noise varies in regard to the songs' sound. So if the sound goes up the static noise gets up as well (alhtough not as much as you might think).
Is this normal?
For comparison I have a very old pair of (I think) Bose SoundTrue On-Ear headphones (they're like 4yrs old) and with them I didn't hear such a static noise (also tested with mp3 and flac files).
I only hear the static noise with the A151P when the songs quieter or when the songs are changing. I guess the other times the song just lays their sound over the static noise.
Sounds like hiss from your music player.
Even my Nobles have that static when being used on my phone.
If I'm correct I think the static noise varies in regard to the songs' sound. So if the sound goes up the static noise gets up as well (alhtough not as much as you might think).
Is this normal?
For comparison I have a very old pair of (I think) Bose SoundTrue On-Ear headphones (they're like 4yrs old) and with them I didn't hear such a static noise (also tested with mp3 and flac files).
I only hear the static noise with the A151P when the songs quieter or when the songs are changing. I guess the other times the song just lays their sound over the static noise.
Sounds like hiss from your music player.
Even my Nobles have that static when being used on my phone.
With Nobles you mean the company where you can get amplifiers and stuff?
So it's more of a phone issue then a headphone issue?
Is there something I could do to improve it?
Sounds like hiss from your music player.
Even my Nobles have that static when being used on my phone.
With Nobles you mean the company where you can get amplifiers and stuff?
So it's more of a phone issue then a headphone issue?
Is there something I could do to improve it?
Sounds like hiss from your music player.
Even my Nobles have that static when being used on my phone.
With Nobles you mean the company where you can get amplifiers and stuff?
So it's more of a phone issue then a headphone issue?
Is there something I could do to improve it?
Yes, spend all your time looking for a source with a low enough noise floor as to not produce static in your sensitive headphones.
JDS Labs C5D is great for IEMs so long as you match the gain to the IEM. :thumb:
JDS Labs C5D is great for IEMs so long as you match the gain to the IEM. :thumb:
I really want to jump on the C5/C5D, but a part of me is still wondering if Robert is going to come through with the Arrow 5TX
JDS Labs C5D is great for IEMs so long as you match the gain to the IEM. :thumb:
I really want to jump on the C5/C5D, but a part of me is still wondering if Robert is going to come through with the Arrow 5TX
Dunno who this Robert is but unless it's like... THE BEST DEAL EVER I'd just grab a C5D. It's fantastic. No ragrats.
JDS Labs C5D is great for IEMs so long as you match the gain to the IEM. :thumb:
I really want to jump on the C5/C5D, but a part of me is still wondering if Robert is going to come through with the Arrow 5TX
Dunno who this Robert is but unless it's like... THE BEST DEAL EVER I'd just grab a C5D. It's fantastic. No ragrats.
JDS Labs C5D is great for IEMs so long as you match the gain to the IEM. :thumb:
I really want to jump on the C5/C5D, but a part of me is still wondering if Robert is going to come through with the Arrow 5TX
Dunno who this Robert is but unless it's like... THE BEST DEAL EVER I'd just grab a C5D. It's fantastic. No ragrats.
Okay, I'll bite when my next paycheck clears. :)) RIP new DAP fund
JDS Labs C5D is great for IEMs so long as you match the gain to the IEM. :thumb:
I really want to jump on the C5/C5D, but a part of me is still wondering if Robert is going to come through with the Arrow 5TX
Dunno who this Robert is but unless it's like... THE BEST DEAL EVER I'd just grab a C5D. It's fantastic. No ragrats.
Okay, I'll bite when my next paycheck clears. :)) RIP new DAP fund
I've given up on DAPs. The x5 is affordable, but for the cost of a C5D and a single phone app... I can listen to great quality music.
Just remember when you order to request the gain reduced on it's normal setting so it is IEM friendly and then to have the gain boost set to 1x.
JDS Labs C5D is great for IEMs so long as you match the gain to the IEM. :thumb:
I really want to jump on the C5/C5D, but a part of me is still wondering if Robert is going to come through with the Arrow 5TX
Dunno who this Robert is but unless it's like... THE BEST DEAL EVER I'd just grab a C5D. It's fantastic. No ragrats.
Okay, I'll bite when my next paycheck clears. :)) RIP new DAP fund
I've given up on DAPs. The x5 is affordable, but for the cost of a C5D and a single phone app... I can listen to great quality music.
Just remember when you order to request the gain reduced on it's normal setting so it is IEM friendly and then to have the gain boost set to 1x.
JDS Labs C5D is great for IEMs so long as you match the gain to the IEM. :thumb:
I really want to jump on the C5/C5D, but a part of me is still wondering if Robert is going to come through with the Arrow 5TX
Dunno who this Robert is but unless it's like... THE BEST DEAL EVER I'd just grab a C5D. It's fantastic. No ragrats.
Okay, I'll bite when my next paycheck clears. :)) RIP new DAP fund
I've given up on DAPs. The x5 is affordable, but for the cost of a C5D and a single phone app... I can listen to great quality music.
Just remember when you order to request the gain reduced on it's normal setting so it is IEM friendly and then to have the gain boost set to 1x.
wait, you can customize c5ds gain? i thought that was only o2+odac combo. can't find the customization option on their site for the c5d...
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JDS Labs C5D is great for IEMs so long as you match the gain to the IEM. :thumb:
I really want to jump on the C5/C5D, but a part of me is still wondering if Robert is going to come through with the Arrow 5TX
Dunno who this Robert is but unless it's like... THE BEST DEAL EVER I'd just grab a C5D. It's fantastic. No ragrats.
Okay, I'll bite when my next paycheck clears. :)) RIP new DAP fund
I've given up on DAPs. The x5 is affordable, but for the cost of a C5D and a single phone app... I can listen to great quality music.
Just remember when you order to request the gain reduced on it's normal setting so it is IEM friendly and then to have the gain boost set to 1x.
wait, you can customize c5ds gain? i thought that was only o2+odac combo. can't find the customization option on their site for the c5d...
You have to e-mail them. They told me it can be programmed in before they ship it out.
JDS Labs C5D is great for IEMs so long as you match the gain to the IEM. :thumb:
I really want to jump on the C5/C5D, but a part of me is still wondering if Robert is going to come through with the Arrow 5TX
Dunno who this Robert is but unless it's like... THE BEST DEAL EVER I'd just grab a C5D. It's fantastic. No ragrats.
Okay, I'll bite when my next paycheck clears. :)) RIP new DAP fund
I've given up on DAPs. The x5 is affordable, but for the cost of a C5D and a single phone app... I can listen to great quality music.
Just remember when you order to request the gain reduced on it's normal setting so it is IEM friendly and then to have the gain boost set to 1x.
wait, you can customize c5ds gain? i thought that was only o2+odac combo. can't find the customization option on their site for the c5d...
You have to e-mail them. They told me it can be programmed in before they ship it out.
darn; ah well, 2.3x seems plenty fine for noise floor anyway.
i use mine with iems. no problem at all...JDS Labs C5D is great for IEMs so long as you match the gain to the IEM. :thumb:
I really want to jump on the C5/C5D, but a part of me is still wondering if Robert is going to come through with the Arrow 5TX
Dunno who this Robert is but unless it's like... THE BEST DEAL EVER I'd just grab a C5D. It's fantastic. No ragrats.
Okay, I'll bite when my next paycheck clears. :)) RIP new DAP fund
I've given up on DAPs. The x5 is affordable, but for the cost of a C5D and a single phone app... I can listen to great quality music.
Just remember when you order to request the gain reduced on it's normal setting so it is IEM friendly and then to have the gain boost set to 1x.
wait, you can customize c5ds gain? i thought that was only o2+odac combo. can't find the customization option on their site for the c5d...
You have to e-mail them. They told me it can be programmed in before they ship it out.
darn; ah well, 2.3x seems plenty fine for noise floor anyway.
It's silent as can be, the issue is that if you use IEMs you'll blow your ears out with the standard 2.3x gain.
It's silent as can be, the issue is that if you use IEMs you'll blow your ears out with the standard 2.3x gain.i use mine with iems. no problem at all...
It's silent as can be, the issue is that if you use IEMs you'll blow your ears out with the standard 2.3x gain.i use mine with iems. no problem at all...
The K10s have ridiculous sensitivity.
It's silent as can be, the issue is that if you use IEMs you'll blow your ears out with the standard 2.3x gain.i use mine with iems. no problem at all...
The K10s have ridiculous sensitivity.
Binge, did you ever get a chance to try any cheaper IEMs that you could compare to the k10s? Currently have shure se535s and was wondering about some of the cheaper noble options..
It's silent as can be, the issue is that if you use IEMs you'll blow your ears out with the standard 2.3x gain.i use mine with iems. no problem at all...
The K10s have ridiculous sensitivity.
Binge, did you ever get a chance to try any cheaper IEMs that you could compare to the k10s? Currently have shure se535s and was wondering about some of the cheaper noble options..
My ears and universal iems do not mix. I went custom to overcome my tiny tiny tiny ear canals. Going that route I went full retard. No regrets B-)It's silent as can be, the issue is that if you use IEMs you'll blow your ears out with the standard 2.3x gain.i use mine with iems. no problem at all...
The K10s have ridiculous sensitivity.
Binge, did you ever get a chance to try any cheaper IEMs that you could compare to the k10s? Currently have shure se535s and was wondering about some of the cheaper noble options..
My ears and universal iems do not mix. I went custom to overcome my tiny tiny tiny ear canals. Going that route I went full retard. No regrets B-)It's silent as can be, the issue is that if you use IEMs you'll blow your ears out with the standard 2.3x gain.i use mine with iems. no problem at all...
The K10s have ridiculous sensitivity.
Binge, did you ever get a chance to try any cheaper IEMs that you could compare to the k10s? Currently have shure se535s and was wondering about some of the cheaper noble options..
Glitched will have better input.
My ears and universal iems do not mix. I went custom to overcome my tiny tiny tiny ear canals. Going that route I went full retard. No regrets B-)It's silent as can be, the issue is that if you use IEMs you'll blow your ears out with the standard 2.3x gain.i use mine with iems. no problem at all...
The K10s have ridiculous sensitivity.
Binge, did you ever get a chance to try any cheaper IEMs that you could compare to the k10s? Currently have shure se535s and was wondering about some of the cheaper noble options..
Glitched will have better input.
I know exactly how you feel about the Custom art though.
That's quite a bit of money that you'll never get back on art that you don't even see while you're listening to them
I found the mids on the se535 to be sublime with decent low end and very sharp and sibilant highs.My ears and universal iems do not mix. I went custom to overcome my tiny tiny tiny ear canals. Going that route I went full retard. No regrets B-)It's silent as can be, the issue is that if you use IEMs you'll blow your ears out with the standard 2.3x gain.i use mine with iems. no problem at all...
The K10s have ridiculous sensitivity.
Binge, did you ever get a chance to try any cheaper IEMs that you could compare to the k10s? Currently have shure se535s and was wondering about some of the cheaper noble options..
Glitched will have better input.
I know exactly how you feel about the Custom art though.
That's quite a bit of money that you'll never get back on art that you don't even see while you're listening to them
Alright glitched spill the beans! I use my se535s usually for at least 5 hours a day while studying or doign lab work. I like their sound but not their comfort. Got recommendations for a cheaper ciem that has equal or better sound? As ideal as K10s are, I cannot afford them right now.
Can confirm the highs are rather silky almost to a fault. Paired with the C5D and I could hear everything, all sounds accounted for, but nothing ethereal or sublime like good estats. I need to stress the part about all sounds accounted for... nothing was faint, but the rest of the signature was so impactful it makes the highs seem dull in comparison. All bad words. They still leave me quite impressed. GL1TCH3D found great words to describe them, but I want to say it's like that and still very different from a veiled sound.
Can confirm the highs are rather silky almost to a fault. Paired with the C5D and I could hear everything, all sounds accounted for, but nothing ethereal or sublime like good estats. I need to stress the part about all sounds accounted for... nothing was faint, but the rest of the signature was so impactful it makes the highs seem dull in comparison. All bad words. They still leave me quite impressed. GL1TCH3D found great words to describe them, but I want to say it's like that and still very different from a veiled sound.
I find it's that the highs aren't sharp (resolved) enough. It's like the treble equivalent of a loose bass.
Also the symbal crashes are extremely dull
Can confirm the highs are rather silky almost to a fault. Paired with the C5D and I could hear everything, all sounds accounted for, but nothing ethereal or sublime like good estats. I need to stress the part about all sounds accounted for... nothing was faint, but the rest of the signature was so impactful it makes the highs seem dull in comparison. All bad words. They still leave me quite impressed. GL1TCH3D found great words to describe them, but I want to say it's like that and still very different from a veiled sound.
I find it's that the highs aren't sharp (resolved) enough. It's like the treble equivalent of a loose bass.
Also the symbal crashes are extremely dull
I'd get that looked at... my crashes sound reference. The snares have a bit more low end impact than my 560s, and the low end just hnnnnggggg. Like I said it sounds more laid back than the rest of the spectrum, and while its definitely not estat quality I would say the treble is on par with some of the best planars and dynamics.
Can confirm the highs are rather silky almost to a fault. Paired with the C5D and I could hear everything, all sounds accounted for, but nothing ethereal or sublime like good estats. I need to stress the part about all sounds accounted for... nothing was faint, but the rest of the signature was so impactful it makes the highs seem dull in comparison. All bad words. They still leave me quite impressed. GL1TCH3D found great words to describe them, but I want to say it's like that and still very different from a veiled sound.
I find it's that the highs aren't sharp (resolved) enough. It's like the treble equivalent of a loose bass.
Also the symbal crashes are extremely dull
I'd get that looked at... my crashes sound reference. The snares have a bit more low end impact than my 560s, and the low end just hnnnnggggg. Like I said it sounds more laid back than the rest of the spectrum, and while its definitely not estat quality I would say the treble is on par with some of the best planars and dynamics.
I never found planars to have that sweet treble. Usually I think of electrostatics when I think of a sweet treble.
What source are you using?
I have to send them in again (for the 4th time) so I'll ask them to check that but I know others mentioned stuff like the crashes being dulled. It seems like the treble was dulled to be more relaxing and more pleasing to people who are sensitive to sharper treble
My ears and universal iems do not mix. I went custom to overcome my tiny tiny tiny ear canals. Going that route I went full retard. No regrets B-)It's silent as can be, the issue is that if you use IEMs you'll blow your ears out with the standard 2.3x gain.i use mine with iems. no problem at all...
The K10s have ridiculous sensitivity.
Binge, did you ever get a chance to try any cheaper IEMs that you could compare to the k10s? Currently have shure se535s and was wondering about some of the cheaper noble options..
Glitched will have better input.
I know exactly how you feel about the Custom art though.
That's quite a bit of money that you'll never get back on art that you don't even see while you're listening to them
Alright glitched spill the beans! I use my se535s usually for at least 5 hours a day while studying or doign lab work. I like their sound but not their comfort. Got recommendations for a cheaper ciem that has equal or better sound? As ideal as K10s are, I cannot afford them right now.
Can confirm the highs are rather silky almost to a fault. Paired with the C5D and I could hear everything, all sounds accounted for, but nothing ethereal or sublime like good estats. I need to stress the part about all sounds accounted for... nothing was faint, but the rest of the signature was so impactful it makes the highs seem dull in comparison. All bad words. They still leave me quite impressed. GL1TCH3D found great words to describe them, but I want to say it's like that and still very different from a veiled sound.
I find it's that the highs aren't sharp (resolved) enough. It's like the treble equivalent of a loose bass.
Also the symbal crashes are extremely dull
I'd get that looked at... my crashes sound reference. The snares have a bit more low end impact than my 560s, and the low end just hnnnnggggg. Like I said it sounds more laid back than the rest of the spectrum, and while its definitely not estat quality I would say the treble is on par with some of the best planars and dynamics.
I never found planars to have that sweet treble. Usually I think of electrostatics when I think of a sweet treble.
What source are you using?
I have to send them in again (for the 4th time) so I'll ask them to check that but I know others mentioned stuff like the crashes being dulled. It seems like the treble was dulled to be more relaxing and more pleasing to people who are sensitive to sharper treble
I use a C5D @ 1x gain. Generally used with my GSIII running USB Audio Player.
I'm looking for an amp/dac to go with a pair of Beyerdynamic DT880 250ohm headphones, but I'm a noob and I need help picking something out. I'd prefer to keep it around $100-150CAD if possible. I'm currently in on the drop for the Objective 2 amplifier on MassDrop, but I'm trying to decide if I should stay in or not. If I spend my budget on just the amp, the music quality is probably going to be crappy running everything through my motherboards on-board soundcard. I only have a couple days to decide whether or not I want the O2.Fiio E10K (http://www.head-fi.org/products/fiio-e10k-usb-dac-and-headphone-amplifier) should do the trick
Anyone have any suggestions for me? Something portable would be a nice bonus, but it will be on my desk 95% of the time.
I'm looking for an amp/dac to go with a pair of Beyerdynamic DT880 250ohm headphones, but I'm a noob and I need help picking something out. I'd prefer to keep it around $100-150CAD if possible. I'm currently in on the drop for the Objective 2 amplifier on MassDrop, but I'm trying to decide if I should stay in or not. If I spend my budget on just the amp, the music quality is probably going to be crappy running everything through my motherboards on-board soundcard. I only have a couple days to decide whether or not I want the O2.Fiio E10K (http://www.head-fi.org/products/fiio-e10k-usb-dac-and-headphone-amplifier) should do the trick
Anyone have any suggestions for me? Something portable would be a nice bonus, but it will be on my desk 95% of the time.
I've told many a times that my source (amp and dac) was lacking, so I decided to upgrade them. I wasn't prepared to throw a ton of money into them, so I ended up was what I consider to be the best performance/price components I could lay my hands on......Gustard H10 headamp and X12 DAC.Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/z_zpsgdujxype.jpg)
ONLY $400 amp.. if you are going to talk about low cost stuff I wouldn't start that high >_<
Because it's head-fi and most of these people have a problem.ONLY $400 amp.. if you are going to talk about low cost stuff I wouldn't start that high >_<People on headfi in the AK240 thread call the AK240 good value...
Because it's head-fi and most of these people have a problem.ONLY $400 amp.. if you are going to talk about low cost stuff I wouldn't start that high >_<People on headfi in the AK240 thread call the AK240 good value...
Because it's head-fi and most of these people have a problem.ONLY $400 amp.. if you are going to talk about low cost stuff I wouldn't start that high >_<People on headfi in the AK240 thread call the AK240 good value...
On the opposite end there are people on reddit that feel $100 headphones are high end =S
To be totally fair we all have ****ing problems spending money on these things.
It's only an actual *issue* however if you are spending beyond your means, like taking credit card loans or stuff.
That being said I cannot see why those head fiers blow a thousand on amps just to get synergy. Maybe there is a difference... but I think its better to just buy a new headphone at that point.
Or just EQ. A lot of those audiophiles have an allergy to digital solutions.
In my limited experience and subjective opinion, if you want to hear what the artist intended, you need to shell out a mini-fortune to buy studio monitors that measure ruler flat.To be totally fair we all have ****ing problems spending money on these things.
It's only an actual *issue* however if you are spending beyond your means, like taking credit card loans or stuff.
That being said I cannot see why those head fiers blow a thousand on amps just to get synergy. Maybe there is a difference... but I think its better to just buy a new headphone at that point.
Or just EQ. A lot of those audiophiles have an allergy to digital solutions.
I don't think a lot of the vocal people that say things like "I want to hear what the artist intended" or "I want to hear it how the producer did on the board" know how or what to really do.
BTW, more people need to praise and use the x2. I'm not going to be bold enough to say they're the best thing I've used to listen to music, but for the price? Yeah, they're legit great and do exactly what I was missing from other popular mid-fi things like the hd6x0, dt880 and akg open stuff.
To be totally fair we all have ****ing problems spending money on these things.
It's only an actual *issue* however if you are spending beyond your means, like taking credit card loans or stuff.
That being said I cannot see why those head fiers blow a thousand on amps just to get synergy. Maybe there is a difference... but I think its better to just buy a new headphone at that point.
Or just EQ. A lot of those audiophiles have an allergy to digital solutions.
To be totally fair we all have ****ing problems spending money on these things.
It's only an actual *issue* however if you are spending beyond your means, like taking credit card loans or stuff.
That being said I cannot see why those head fiers blow a thousand on amps just to get synergy. Maybe there is a difference... but I think its better to just buy a new headphone at that point.
Or just EQ. A lot of those audiophiles have an allergy to digital solutions.
In my experience not all headphones like EQ and there are still kind of "gaps" in the high end market for sound signatures.
I loved the mids on the W3000anv but the bass and treble were quite weak. However that wasn't the fault of the driver but the pads used that muffled certain frequencies and therefore was not helped by EQ at all.
However the TH900 did fantastic with EQ
(Dammit TJ send me those TH900!)
ONLY $400 amp.. if you are going to talk about low cost stuff I wouldn't start that high >_<That's the thing, in my neck of tthe woods, I've been criticized for wasting my money on 'low end' gear like the Gustard. To them, if it doesn't hit 4 figures pricewise, it's a low end component. I've learnt to ignore these types, these elitists who believe thousands spent on a single gear is a 'good buy'.
To be totally fair we all have ****ing problems spending money on these things.
It's only an actual *issue* however if you are spending beyond your means, like taking credit card loans or stuff.
That being said I cannot see why those head fiers blow a thousand on amps just to get synergy. Maybe there is a difference... but I think its better to just buy a new headphone at that point.
Or just EQ. A lot of those audiophiles have an allergy to digital solutions.
In my experience not all headphones like EQ and there are still kind of "gaps" in the high end market for sound signatures.
I loved the mids on the W3000anv but the bass and treble were quite weak. However that wasn't the fault of the driver but the pads used that muffled certain frequencies and therefore was not helped by EQ at all.
However the TH900 did fantastic with EQ
(Dammit TJ send me those TH900!)
It's a super easy process for this to happen, lol. (They respond brilliantly to an EQ, so did the lcd-xc. Most of the hifiman stuff? Not so much)
I agree that there are things that take to an eq better than others, too. That said, knowing limitations of the reproduction gear, how to work around them and actually knowing what to tweak to get a sound "Right" is a lost art that's been replaced with "just buy more/different stuff". I, admittedly, am also guilty of this as much as any of the people I refer to when I say this, but I also know I'm treble sensitive and purchase and work with that.
Buzzwords are the quickest way to get me to rage and stop reading a review. Tell me, with clear words, what you hear or don't hear out of a device. Tell me why you do or don't like this. I know me and what I want out of a headphone to be able to parse that information into a knowledgeable purchase. Also, exaggeration of differences to sell other people on why you spent $1500 on a whatever is a root cause of this buzzword crap.
To be totally fair we all have ****ing problems spending money on these things.
It's only an actual *issue* however if you are spending beyond your means, like taking credit card loans or stuff.
That being said I cannot see why those head fiers blow a thousand on amps just to get synergy. Maybe there is a difference... but I think its better to just buy a new headphone at that point.
Or just EQ. A lot of those audiophiles have an allergy to digital solutions.
In my experience not all headphones like EQ and there are still kind of "gaps" in the high end market for sound signatures.
I loved the mids on the W3000anv but the bass and treble were quite weak. However that wasn't the fault of the driver but the pads used that muffled certain frequencies and therefore was not helped by EQ at all.
However the TH900 did fantastic with EQ
(Dammit TJ send me those TH900!)
It's a super easy process for this to happen, lol. (They respond brilliantly to an EQ, so did the lcd-xc. Most of the hifiman stuff? Not so much)
I agree that there are things that take to an eq better than others, too. That said, knowing limitations of the reproduction gear, how to work around them and actually knowing what to tweak to get a sound "Right" is a lost art that's been replaced with "just buy more/different stuff". I, admittedly, am also guilty of this as much as any of the people I refer to when I say this, but I also know I'm treble sensitive and purchase and work with that.
Buzzwords are the quickest way to get me to rage and stop reading a review. Tell me, with clear words, what you hear or don't hear out of a device. Tell me why you do or don't like this. I know me and what I want out of a headphone to be able to parse that information into a knowledgeable purchase. Also, exaggeration of differences to sell other people on why you spent $1500 on a whatever is a root cause of this buzzword crap.
Sometimes the tweak isn't too feasible. For the W3000anv it meant changing the pads. The only other pads that were known to fit were the alpha pads (tried them and they just increased the treble reflections while fixing the bass) and the Fostex TH600/900 pads which are not sold separately.
It was unfortunate =(
I agree that a lot can be solved with some tweaking and proper EQ. Though that really only affects the sound signature and not the fact that maybe the soundstage is very limited on X pair of headphones or the bass is loose and muddy on Y pair (although that could just be the dampening / baffle)
A bit of a shot in the dark but has anyone heard the z7 and pm-3 to do any comparisons? I'm thinking one or the other of those for a mid-fi closed option.
A bit of a shot in the dark but has anyone heard the z7 and pm-3 to do any comparisons? I'm thinking one or the other of those for a mid-fi closed option.
The Z7 was awful but I thought you had one already and sold it?
A bit of a shot in the dark but has anyone heard the z7 and pm-3 to do any comparisons? I'm thinking one or the other of those for a mid-fi closed option.
The Z7 was awful but I thought you had one already and sold it?
I did. I didn't like it compared to the th900, but dunno if the same would be true compared to the pm-3. It looks like it might be, just my sony fanboi clawing and scratching for a chance to make the decision.
A bit of a shot in the dark but has anyone heard the z7 and pm-3 to do any comparisons? I'm thinking one or the other of those for a mid-fi closed option.
The Z7 was awful but I thought you had one already and sold it?
I did. I didn't like it compared to the th900, but dunno if the same would be true compared to the pm-3. It looks like it might be, just my sony fanboi clawing and scratching for a chance to make the decision.
Seems more 'mid-fi' to go with your open headphones and some iems and just skip closed backs all together :o
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/final-audio-design-sonorous-vi-headphone
Cmon TJ.
I know you want to bite
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/final-audio-design-sonorous-vi-headphone
Cmon TJ.
I know you want to bite
Actually, I've been intrigued with the pandoras for a while now. The price is just a little too steep for my current budget preferences.
Anyone unimpressed/unhappy with the AKG K702? I just got mine today, and I have to admit I'm kind of unimpressed. I have a Sennheiser HD-650, and it has waaaaaaaaaaay more treble detail than the K702. In comparison the treble in the K702 sounds more rough, grainy, and thin. Overall I'm just kind of "meh" about the headphones.
Anyone else have the same impressions of the AKG? Or is it just me?
Anyone unimpressed/unhappy with the AKG K702? I just got mine today, and I have to admit I'm kind of unimpressed. I have a Sennheiser HD-650, and it has waaaaaaaaaaay more treble detail than the K702. In comparison the treble in the K702 sounds more rough, grainy, and thin. Overall I'm just kind of "meh" about the headphones.
Anyone else have the same impressions of the AKG? Or is it just me?
Anyone unimpressed/unhappy with the AKG K702? I just got mine today, and I have to admit I'm kind of unimpressed. I have a Sennheiser HD-650, and it has waaaaaaaaaaay more treble detail than the K702. In comparison the treble in the K702 sounds more rough, grainy, and thin. Overall I'm just kind of "meh" about the headphones.
Anyone else have the same impressions of the AKG? Or is it just me?
HD650 having more treble "detail" than K702 somewhat surprises me, but we all perceive detail differently.
Anyone unimpressed/unhappy with the AKG K702? I just got mine today, and I have to admit I'm kind of unimpressed. I have a Sennheiser HD-650, and it has waaaaaaaaaaay more treble detail than the K702. In comparison the treble in the K702 sounds more rough, grainy, and thin. Overall I'm just kind of "meh" about the headphones.
Anyone else have the same impressions of the AKG? Or is it just me?
HD650 having more treble "detail" than K702 somewhat surprises me, but we all perceive detail differently.
That's part of the beauty of the HD650 IMO. It scales so well with the rest of the system, it can improve dramatically as you upgrade amps/source. One person's 650 setup will sound noticeably different than another's. I think that colors comparisons just as much as the differences individuals perceive.
I sometimes regret giving away my HD650s, but they just weren't getting enough use. I use IEMs a lot more than full sized cans.
HiFiMan is destroying it with the 400i and 560s. Planars are love and HD650 left me wanting.
Getting an ESP950 at $400 will change your life.
CIEMs are expensive and fragile and amazing. IEMs are for people with gaping ear canals.
Bass heads will love the Philips x2s and old LCD V2.2 pre fazor.
I still think the Fischer FA003/FA003Ti are fantastic headphones for the money.
The 880 250ohm are pretty kickass headphones which sound more open than they really are.
Wide soundstage is strange when it's artificial but amazing when you can pick out footsteps coming from behind you in a game. Gaming headsets are often terrible.
I wish there were more headphone stores or ways to rent equipment. Learning about Hi-Fi while removed from a lot of the meeting hubs is expensive.
#audiophool
I'd collected my Neutrik sockets + Morgami custom balanced XLR cables for my Gustard H10 + X12 stack.Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/1_zps1bgazrxy.jpg)
Nothing, I'd gotten them to replace the 1m pair I had simply because I didn't like how the cables hung down due to the length. I don't have golden ears, so I doubt I can hear any difference between the short custom pair and the vanilla 1m pair. :-[I'd collected my Neutrik sockets + Morgami custom balanced XLR cables for my Gustard H10 + X12 stack.Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/1_zps1bgazrxy.jpg)
Post count +1 I guess. What has this done for your setup?
Nothing, I'd gotten them to replace the 1m pair I had simply because I didn't like how the cables hung down due to the length. I don't have golden ears, so I doubt I can hear any difference between the short custom pair and the vanilla 1m pair. :-[I'd collected my Neutrik sockets + Morgami custom balanced XLR cables for my Gustard H10 + X12 stack.Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/1_zps1bgazrxy.jpg)
Post count +1 I guess. What has this done for your setup?
I doubt anyone could considering people have used hanger wire for interconnect without incident. Cable management is neat though! Love it when I can get my mess under control.Yep, it was more about aesthetics and cable management than sonic improvement. I'm shallow that wwy....
Changing cables for cable management is fine.
The original LCD2 cables were like metal bars and I changed them to the q Cable which is a lot more flexible and comfortable to use.
Yeah.. nothing wrong with buying different cables because you want to keep things tidy! +1
I was enjoying the (barely) recessed midrange of the th600s for a bit, but then decided to play around with the EQ on my e17... Am enjoying what I've got so far. Not perfectly flat but I think it sounds good. Really versatile cans I'd say, I'm sure demik would disapprove of how my th600s sound compared to his.
In other news I wish I felt the need to drop money in a new amp/dac set up.
I was enjoying the (barely) recessed midrange of the th600s for a bit, but then decided to play around with the EQ on my e17... Am enjoying what I've got so far. Not perfectly flat but I think it sounds good. Really versatile cans I'd say, I'm sure demik would disapprove of how my th600s sound compared to his.
In other news I wish I felt the need to drop money in a new amp/dac set up.
The only thing you're missing is a pair of TH900 =P
I showed the pic to the guy who did the cables, I told him about having to twist the cables somewhat in order to align the pins to slot into the amp/dac stack. He asked for me to hand him the cables (which I had) so that he can adjust/redo the cable connectors internally so that they align without twisting. Now that's pride in one's work!Changing cables for cable management is fine.
The original LCD2 cables were like metal bars and I changed them to the q Cable which is a lot more flexible and comfortable to use.
+1Yeah.. nothing wrong with buying different cables because you want to keep things tidy! +1
+2, did it with my modi/vali when I had the stack. Looked beautiful and cables were neat.
I doubt anyone could considering people have used hanger wire for interconnect without incident. Cable management is neat though! Love it when I can get my mess under control.Yep, it was more about aesthetics and cable management than sonic improvement. I'm shallow that wwy....Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/2_zpsuq4673vh.jpg)
My XLR cables are back, and yes, the cable guy redid it in such a way that there's hardly any twisting required to align the plugs to the sockets. He did a very nice job! :thumb:Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/3_zpsuixde6aw.jpg)
legit customer service there!Yep! :thumb: I was one of his first customers when he decided to do headphone cable mods, and have even recommended him to others. His work isn't exactly cheap, but he's very professional about it.
bro can i get some recommendation for good bass headphones under 100 dollar :pWhat do you mean by good bass?
Well... after the questions I had about the K702 (whether it was defective or not), I started to actually really, REALLY like the headphones. I just loved its treble sound - how airy and spacious it felt, and the energy it gave to songs. I speak in the past tense, because I returned it - not because I didn't like it, but because now I want a pair of K712's instead. :p
I definitely liked it more than the HD-650 that I have now, that's for sure. Technically speaking, the HD-650 is the better headphone, but I just liked the K702 more from a subjective point of view. It was just a fun (but not in the sense of, coloring music to hell, like Grados) headphone to listen to. If anyone is looking for a headphone in the $250-300 range, I would definitely recommend the K702.
Well... after the questions I had about the K702 (whether it was defective or not), I started to actually really, REALLY like the headphones. I just loved its treble sound - how airy and spacious it felt, and the energy it gave to songs. I speak in the past tense, because I returned it - not because I didn't like it, but because now I want a pair of K712's instead. :p
I definitely liked it more than the HD-650 that I have now, that's for sure. Technically speaking, the HD-650 is the better headphone, but I just liked the K702 more from a subjective point of view. It was just a fun (but not in the sense of, coloring music to hell, like Grados) headphone to listen to. If anyone is looking for a headphone in the $250-300 range, I would definitely recommend the K702.
You should try out Philips Fidelio x2s if you get a chance! Very impressive headphone for that price range
Did anyone else follow the schitt show? I know that my WA7 is more than plenty but I really want a Gungnir and Mjolnir now..
Did anyone else follow the schitt show? I know that my WA7 is more than plenty but I really want a Gungnir and Mjolnir now..
Did you change the tubes in the WA7?
I really hated it stock =S
I was at the Schiit show. :cool: But I'm way too noob to really tell the difference between amps/DAC's, so I can't really give you much of an impression, sorry. I mostly went to check out the usual high-end headphones that most people would suspect would be there - HD800, Audeze's, etc.
I will say the Ether C that debuted there was pretty amazing, though. It did get a little weird at times with the treble, but otherwise, a fantastic headphone. I would still put the HD800 and the LCD3 above it, but the Ether C nonetheless is fantastic.
As far as the Fidelio X2 goes... what's the sound signature like, on those? Are they cold or warm? Because I personally prefer colder signatures (which is why I loved the K702 so much). And have you guys done direct comparisons between the Fidelio X2 and the K701/2?
Whats the different on both bass? i dont know i just want another headphone for some trap cuz i got sr80e and the bass is not so good :)bro can i get some recommendation for good bass headphones under 100 dollar :pWhat do you mean by good bass?
Do you mean prominent bass?
Or tight bass?
Whats the different on both bass? i dont know i just want another headphone for some trap cuz i got sr80e and the bass is not so good :)bro can i get some recommendation for good bass headphones under 100 dollar :pWhat do you mean by good bass?
Do you mean prominent bass?
Or tight bass?
OK BRO get me the quality bass for under 100 dollar :p
With the sale of my Duck Vipers and the Surface Pro 4 coming out in October I may be able to squeeze in a TH900 purchase =SWhats the different on both bass? i dont know i just want another headphone for some trap cuz i got sr80e and the bass is not so good :)bro can i get some recommendation for good bass headphones under 100 dollar :pWhat do you mean by good bass?
Do you mean prominent bass?
Or tight bass?
Audiophiles prefer quality bass.
quality bass is tight.
Consumers prefer emphasized bass
Emphasized bass is normally loose and runny.
With the sale of my Duck Vipers and the Surface Pro 4 coming out in October I may be able to squeeze in a TH900 purchase =SWhats the different on both bass? i dont know i just want another headphone for some trap cuz i got sr80e and the bass is not so good :)bro can i get some recommendation for good bass headphones under 100 dollar :pWhat do you mean by good bass?
Do you mean prominent bass?
Or tight bass?
Audiophiles prefer quality bass.
quality bass is tight.
Consumers prefer emphasized bass
Emphasized bass is normally loose and runny.
OK BRO get me the quality bass for under 100 dollar :p
With the sale of my Duck Vipers and the Surface Pro 4 coming out in October I may be able to squeeze in a TH900 purchase =SWhats the different on both bass? i dont know i just want another headphone for some trap cuz i got sr80e and the bass is not so good :)bro can i get some recommendation for good bass headphones under 100 dollar :pWhat do you mean by good bass?
Do you mean prominent bass?
Or tight bass?
Audiophiles prefer quality bass.
quality bass is tight.
Consumers prefer emphasized bass
Emphasized bass is normally loose and runny.
OK BRO get me the quality bass for under 100 dollar :p
With the sale of my Duck Vipers and the Surface Pro 4 coming out in October I may be able to squeeze in a TH900 purchase =SWhats the different on both bass? i dont know i just want another headphone for some trap cuz i got sr80e and the bass is not so good :)bro can i get some recommendation for good bass headphones under 100 dollar :pWhat do you mean by good bass?
Do you mean prominent bass?
Or tight bass?
Audiophiles prefer quality bass.
quality bass is tight.
Consumers prefer emphasized bass
Emphasized bass is normally loose and runny.
That's easy. (http://www.amazon.com/NVX-Over-Ear-Headphones-ComfortMax-Cushions/dp/B0093PVTPS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1440003917&sr=8-1&keywords=nvx+xpt100)
OK BRO get me the quality bass for under 100 dollar :p
With the sale of my Duck Vipers and the Surface Pro 4 coming out in October I may be able to squeeze in a TH900 purchase =SWhats the different on both bass? i dont know i just want another headphone for some trap cuz i got sr80e and the bass is not so good :)bro can i get some recommendation for good bass headphones under 100 dollar :pWhat do you mean by good bass?
Do you mean prominent bass?
Or tight bass?
Audiophiles prefer quality bass.
quality bass is tight.
Consumers prefer emphasized bass
Emphasized bass is normally loose and runny.
That's easy. (http://www.amazon.com/NVX-Over-Ear-Headphones-ComfortMax-Cushions/dp/B0093PVTPS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1440003917&sr=8-1&keywords=nvx+xpt100)
O.o
Never heard of those before. What are they like?
My audiophile friend (24bits) took a liking to the Sony XB950bt which should be more bass heavy with good quality.
I still dislike the sound of beats and vmoda
Obviously preference to the buyer trumps my personal opinions so get what sounds better to your ears.
OK BRO get me the quality bass for under 100 dollar :p
With the sale of my Duck Vipers and the Surface Pro 4 coming out in October I may be able to squeeze in a TH900 purchase =SWhats the different on both bass? i dont know i just want another headphone for some trap cuz i got sr80e and the bass is not so good :)bro can i get some recommendation for good bass headphones under 100 dollar :pWhat do you mean by good bass?
Do you mean prominent bass?
Or tight bass?
Audiophiles prefer quality bass.
quality bass is tight.
Consumers prefer emphasized bass
Emphasized bass is normally loose and runny.
That's easy. (http://www.amazon.com/NVX-Over-Ear-Headphones-ComfortMax-Cushions/dp/B0093PVTPS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1440003917&sr=8-1&keywords=nvx+xpt100)
O.o
Never heard of those before. What are they like?
My audiophile friend (24bits) took a liking to the Sony XB950bt which should be more bass heavy with good quality.
I still dislike the sound of beats and vmoda
Obviously preference to the buyer trumps my personal opinions so get what sounds better to your ears.
These are rebranded Fischer FA-003s. I'm pretty sure you've heard the FA-003s before, right?
Never heard the 003s myself. I don't remember ever seeing it carried by any stores locally or online in Canada. Maybe a rebrand was around online in Canada. The only Fischer product I've tried was the 012
Never heard the 003s myself. I don't remember ever seeing it carried by any stores locally or online in Canada. Maybe a rebrand was around online in Canada. The only Fischer product I've tried was the 012
Ahhh, these are wonderful all-rounders. At least grade B across the entire spectrum with A- sound quality in most areas A level lower mids easy. I had a tough time liking well modded T50RPs over this headphone, and it ended up being the planar sound which won me over in the end. Very hard to overload the drivers (they can get very loud), and they are sensitive enough for portable devices. They're well built and the closed design was designed to accommodate the drivers.
Not to mention all the keyboard stuff going on.. :))
Not to mention all the keyboard stuff going on.. :))
I had to sell off my MX boards. The only MX I have now is my Mobik. The rest is Topre which is not something I can really buy extra stuff for.
Probably going to sell off all my MX stuff besides the Mobik, one keyset and my artisans.
(Basically just a few keysets to sell now)
Otherwise it would never end with all the keyboards =[ I realized that when I had two Vipers sitting on my desk.
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This is my Sony xb950bt. I'm not an audiophile. I like chest thumping music though. It heals my broken heart.
I enjoyed mine for what they were, but even in sony's own line up, there're better things. Like the 1a.Isn't the 950 a lot cheaper though?
Not a CIEM guy, what the heck is that? Damn nice looking faceplate design :thumb: (or whatever it's called :confused:).Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/O9OospT.png)
Not a CIEM guy, what the heck is that? Damn nice looking faceplate design :thumb: (or whatever it's called :confused:).Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/O9OospT.png)
I'm now toying with the idea of getting the Ether since it's been described as a planr equivalent of the HD800.....but with a little more bass. But damn, 1.5k USD is cause for pause.....will have to mull over this though.
K10!!! Heard great things about the K10, came across it when I had it in my mind to get a high end CIEM/UF. Had been toying with the idea of getting an Angie, but I find the Ether more.....gravitating. ;)
Those are my Wizard Noble K10s.
K10!!! Heard great things about the K10, came across it when I had it in my mind to get a high end CIEM/UF. Had been toying with the idea of getting an Angie, but I find the Ether more.....gravitating. ;)
Those are my Wizard Noble K10s.
I enjoyed mine for what they were, but even in sony's own line up, there're better things. Like the 1a.Isn't the 950 a lot cheaper though?
I did think the 1R was quite good when it first came out
Still hoping Sony will come in with a magical pair that makes me want to dish out top dollar. I think they have the capacity to make really great products but unfortunately it's very hit and miss (referring of course to the Z7)
The lower end Sony headphones just aren't my preference but a lot of them are at least good for their price
I enjoyed mine for what they were, but even in sony's own line up, there're better things. Like the 1a.I really enjoy the freedom of BT. It sounds really good. That said, there are headphones with better audio quality. The 950bt is a really interesting pair headphones.
Ya I got it for 99$ last winter. Can't complain!I enjoyed mine for what they were, but even in sony's own line up, there're better things. Like the 1a.Isn't the 950 a lot cheaper though?
I did think the 1R was quite good when it first came out
Still hoping Sony will come in with a magical pair that makes me want to dish out top dollar. I think they have the capacity to make really great products but unfortunately it's very hit and miss (referring of course to the Z7)
The lower end Sony headphones just aren't my preference but a lot of them are at least good for their price
I enjoyed mine for what they were, but even in sony's own line up, there're better things. Like the 1a.Isn't the 950 a lot cheaper though?
I did think the 1R was quite good when it first came out
Still hoping Sony will come in with a magical pair that makes me want to dish out top dollar. I think they have the capacity to make really great products but unfortunately it's very hit and miss (referring of course to the Z7)
The lower end Sony headphones just aren't my preference but a lot of them are at least good for their price
I like the 1a more than the z7 even, but it's like $50 - 100 difference for the price between 950 and 1a.
I enjoyed mine for what they were, but even in sony's own line up, there're better things. Like the 1a.Isn't the 950 a lot cheaper though?
I did think the 1R was quite good when it first came out
Still hoping Sony will come in with a magical pair that makes me want to dish out top dollar. I think they have the capacity to make really great products but unfortunately it's very hit and miss (referring of course to the Z7)
The lower end Sony headphones just aren't my preference but a lot of them are at least good for their price
I like the 1a more than the z7 even, but it's like $50 - 100 difference for the price between 950 and 1a.
I don't feel Sony did a good job with the Z7. Definitely not worth the price tag and I prefer a lot of lower end headphones over them.
I almost bought them from the hype when it came out, glad I didn't.
Those look great !Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/X60CqQzh.jpg)
I like everyone else's K10 design more =[
Those look great !Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/X60CqQzh.jpg)
I like everyone else's K10 design more =[
Looking forward to a listening session tonight.
That will happen when I finally master my art.Those look great !Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/X60CqQzh.jpg)
I like everyone else's K10 design more =[
Looking forward to a listening session tonight.
You should make a slofi with CIEMs instead of headphones ;P
Man, I'm overthinking things......I'm leaning towards the Ether, but damn, I see a few 'Like new and under warranty' HD800 (or two) for sale at about 860USD. The Ether has been described as analytical and clinical sounding like the HD800 but with a better bass thump, but loses to the HD800's soundstage. Pretty confused, gonna have to sleep on this for the next few nights and see if I can decide (and guys, no 'great' suggestion like, "Hey, why not get both?!") I traded my HD800 for the Grado PS1k, I honestly don't mind getting it again, though the Ether is so much sexier.
Man, I'm overthinking things......I'm leaning towards the Ether, but damn, I see a few 'Like new and under warranty' HD800 (or two) for sale at about 860USD. The Ether has been described as analytical and clinical sounding like the HD800 but with a better bass thump, but loses to the HD800's soundstage. Pretty confused, gonna have to sleep on this for the next few nights and see if I can decide (and guys, no 'great' suggestion like, "Hey, why not get both?!") I traded my HD800 for the Grado PS1k, I honestly don't mind getting it again, though the Ether is so much sexier.
@ GLITCH3D and fuzzybaffy, will take you guys' oppsing views under advisement......basically, the HD800 is old faithful (you KNOW it's great and will serve you well) while the Ether is the gal with the come hither looks (and you may be in for an adventure).
I have a chance to grab a Grado 325is for 180'ish USD, only reason why I ain't jumping on it is I have both the GS1k and PS1k. Still, at that price, the 325is is pretty tempting.
If this is true I'm going to cry tears of joy.You sir...win.
I'm finalizing a purchase of Stax SR007 with the 70xxx serial number line (considered the best depending on preferences though) with SRM007-2 amplifier for $1675 USD shipped.
All working condition and no imbalance
Of course I can't verify that last bit until I get them but he's sent me pictures of the headphones and amp and they look very good.
If this is true I'm going to cry tears of joy.You sir...win.
I'm finalizing a purchase of Stax SR007 with the 70xxx serial number line (considered the best depending on preferences though) with SRM007-2 amplifier for $1675 USD shipped.
All working condition and no imbalance
Of course I can't verify that last bit until I get them but he's sent me pictures of the headphones and amp and they look very good.
If this is true I'm going to cry tears of joy.A bit early, but 'grats on the most excellent purchase! :thumb: Looking forward to your impressions, somewhat curious about estat but more focused on dynamic and planar mag drivers.
I'm finalizing a purchase of Stax SR007 with the 70xxx serial number line (considered the best depending on preferences though) with SRM007-2 amplifier for $1675 USD shipped.
All working condition and no imbalance
Of course I can't verify that last bit until I get them but he's sent me pictures of the headphones and amp and they look very good.
If this is true I'm going to cry tears of joy.A bit early, but 'grats on the most excellent purchase! :thumb: Looking forward to your impressions, somewhat curious about estat but more focused on dynamic and planar mag drivers.
I'm finalizing a purchase of Stax SR007 with the 70xxx serial number line (considered the best depending on preferences though) with SRM007-2 amplifier for $1675 USD shipped.
All working condition and no imbalance
Of course I can't verify that last bit until I get them but he's sent me pictures of the headphones and amp and they look very good.
Funny thing happened, when the guy I'd swapped my HD800 (he was the original owner) for the Grado PS1000 heard that I was putting up my LCD2.2 for sale, he asked that I swap my LCD2.2 for the HD800 with a little cash top-up on my side, I don't mind as it'd save me a wad of cash should I get another HD800. So now, I'll have the Fitear Parterre and HD800 incoming next week, with the spare cash, I'm looking at an OPPO HA-1 for my other rig.......
If this is true I'm going to cry tears of joy.A bit early, but 'grats on the most excellent purchase! :thumb: Looking forward to your impressions, somewhat curious about estat but more focused on dynamic and planar mag drivers.
I'm finalizing a purchase of Stax SR007 with the 70xxx serial number line (considered the best depending on preferences though) with SRM007-2 amplifier for $1675 USD shipped.
All working condition and no imbalance
Of course I can't verify that last bit until I get them but he's sent me pictures of the headphones and amp and they look very good.
Funny thing happened, when the guy I'd swapped my HD800 (he was the original owner) for the Grado PS1000 heard that I was putting up my LCD2.2 for sale, he asked that I swap my LCD2.2 for the HD800 with a little cash top-up on my side, I don't mind as it'd save me a wad of cash should I get another HD800. So now, I'll have the Fitear Parterre and HD800 incoming next week, with the spare cash, I'm looking at an OPPO HA-1 for my other rig.......
apparently he sold it to someone else after I already asked for his paypal =/
And noble wants $250 + new molds to fix my K10s apparently. I've had these for less than 2 months in my possession...
If this is true I'm going to cry tears of joy.A bit early, but 'grats on the most excellent purchase! :thumb: Looking forward to your impressions, somewhat curious about estat but more focused on dynamic and planar mag drivers.
I'm finalizing a purchase of Stax SR007 with the 70xxx serial number line (considered the best depending on preferences though) with SRM007-2 amplifier for $1675 USD shipped.
All working condition and no imbalance
Of course I can't verify that last bit until I get them but he's sent me pictures of the headphones and amp and they look very good.
Funny thing happened, when the guy I'd swapped my HD800 (he was the original owner) for the Grado PS1000 heard that I was putting up my LCD2.2 for sale, he asked that I swap my LCD2.2 for the HD800 with a little cash top-up on my side, I don't mind as it'd save me a wad of cash should I get another HD800. So now, I'll have the Fitear Parterre and HD800 incoming next week, with the spare cash, I'm looking at an OPPO HA-1 for my other rig.......
apparently he sold it to someone else after I already asked for his paypal =/
And noble wants $250 + new molds to fix my K10s apparently. I've had these for less than 2 months in my possession...
Holy crap... CIEMs are so expensive.
If this is true I'm going to cry tears of joy.A bit early, but 'grats on the most excellent purchase! :thumb: Looking forward to your impressions, somewhat curious about estat but more focused on dynamic and planar mag drivers.
I'm finalizing a purchase of Stax SR007 with the 70xxx serial number line (considered the best depending on preferences though) with SRM007-2 amplifier for $1675 USD shipped.
All working condition and no imbalance
Of course I can't verify that last bit until I get them but he's sent me pictures of the headphones and amp and they look very good.
Funny thing happened, when the guy I'd swapped my HD800 (he was the original owner) for the Grado PS1000 heard that I was putting up my LCD2.2 for sale, he asked that I swap my LCD2.2 for the HD800 with a little cash top-up on my side, I don't mind as it'd save me a wad of cash should I get another HD800. So now, I'll have the Fitear Parterre and HD800 incoming next week, with the spare cash, I'm looking at an OPPO HA-1 for my other rig.......
apparently he sold it to someone else after I already asked for his paypal =/
And noble wants $250 + new molds to fix my K10s apparently. I've had these for less than 2 months in my possession...
Holy crap... CIEMs are so expensive.
Yup... I've totaled it and I'm $1900 invested in these k10s including shipping charges. I've put maybe 50 hours on them and they want another $250 + earmolds ($50) + shipping which would put me at around $2250.
At this point I'd rather them just convert them to universals if that's even possible =\
Or refund me my travelling and art costs and I can sell them to someone else to deal with.
If this is true I'm going to cry tears of joy.A bit early, but 'grats on the most excellent purchase! :thumb: Looking forward to your impressions, somewhat curious about estat but more focused on dynamic and planar mag drivers.
I'm finalizing a purchase of Stax SR007 with the 70xxx serial number line (considered the best depending on preferences though) with SRM007-2 amplifier for $1675 USD shipped.
All working condition and no imbalance
Of course I can't verify that last bit until I get them but he's sent me pictures of the headphones and amp and they look very good.
Funny thing happened, when the guy I'd swapped my HD800 (he was the original owner) for the Grado PS1000 heard that I was putting up my LCD2.2 for sale, he asked that I swap my LCD2.2 for the HD800 with a little cash top-up on my side, I don't mind as it'd save me a wad of cash should I get another HD800. So now, I'll have the Fitear Parterre and HD800 incoming next week, with the spare cash, I'm looking at an OPPO HA-1 for my other rig.......
apparently he sold it to someone else after I already asked for his paypal =/
And noble wants $250 + new molds to fix my K10s apparently. I've had these for less than 2 months in my possession...
Holy crap... CIEMs are so expensive.
Yup... I've totaled it and I'm $1900 invested in these k10s including shipping charges. I've put maybe 50 hours on them and they want another $250 + earmolds ($50) + shipping which would put me at around $2250.
At this point I'd rather them just convert them to universals if that's even possible =\
Or refund me my travelling and art costs and I can sell them to someone else to deal with.
I just don't feel like it's justified when you've already put so much money into them. I would ask if they could make an adjustment for you.
If this is true I'm going to cry tears of joy.
I'm finalizing a purchase of Stax SR007 with the 70xxx serial number line (considered the best depending on preferences though) with SRM007-2 amplifier for $1675 USD shipped.
All working condition and no imbalance
Of course I can't verify that last bit until I get them but he's sent me pictures of the headphones and amp and they look very good.
Anyone else following Massdrop on headfi? They are coming out with a new CIEM. $599 starting point with 6 drivers.
If this is true I'm going to cry tears of joy.A bit early, but 'grats on the most excellent purchase! :thumb: Looking forward to your impressions, somewhat curious about estat but more focused on dynamic and planar mag drivers.
I'm finalizing a purchase of Stax SR007 with the 70xxx serial number line (considered the best depending on preferences though) with SRM007-2 amplifier for $1675 USD shipped.
All working condition and no imbalance
Of course I can't verify that last bit until I get them but he's sent me pictures of the headphones and amp and they look very good.
Funny thing happened, when the guy I'd swapped my HD800 (he was the original owner) for the Grado PS1000 heard that I was putting up my LCD2.2 for sale, he asked that I swap my LCD2.2 for the HD800 with a little cash top-up on my side, I don't mind as it'd save me a wad of cash should I get another HD800. So now, I'll have the Fitear Parterre and HD800 incoming next week, with the spare cash, I'm looking at an OPPO HA-1 for my other rig.......
apparently he sold it to someone else after I already asked for his paypal =/
And noble wants $250 + new molds to fix my K10s apparently. I've had these for less than 2 months in my possession...
Holy crap... CIEMs are so expensive.
Yup... I've totaled it and I'm $1900 invested in these k10s including shipping charges. I've put maybe 50 hours on them and they want another $250 + earmolds ($50) + shipping which would put me at around $2250.
At this point I'd rather them just convert them to universals if that's even possible =\
Or refund me my travelling and art costs and I can sell them to someone else to deal with.
I just don't feel like it's justified when you've already put so much money into them. I would ask if they could make an adjustment for you.
That's the thing, they disposed of my last set of molds already, a crack appeared and connectors are loose among some other problems. The left side is kind of screwed while the right side would probably be fine with an adjustment which they feel is becoming a waste because it's basically going blind now without a set of molds to check fit. If they grind too much or in the wrong places I could still have the issue and have to spend yet another $65 just for another adjustment on that side.
Ugh. Should have gotten the universals. I could be swimming in eartips with the extra money I've spent on this
@ GL1TCH3D - Aw man, that sucked, a double whammy.....the Stax purchase fell thru and the K10 issue. It never rains but it pours, eh? I feel for you dude, just hang in there.
I've always been leery of CIEM's and that's one reason why I'm always about Universal Fit and no custom jobs. Even when I was looking at the Roxanne and Angie, they were the UF models. This Fitear Parterre just fell into my lap, heard good things about Fitear, and this UF IEM was just what ai was looking for, it looks to be a solid construction and apparently sounds pretty good.
I don't understand why the manufacturer is putting the customer on the hook for the fix? Aren't those still under warranty?
Universals just don't compare to the fit when it does work. Like you said this is just a run of extra bad mojo. :(Oh, I understand that, but it's the dealing with the reshelling, re-tuning, ear impression and patience (not exactly one of my strong suits). That's why I gravitate towards UF's, one needs only find the ear tips that suits one's ears, and you're good to go. I've been reading on the Parterre, seems it's great for Jazz, orchestral and perhaps chamber music, I'm hoping it'd also shine in New Age type music like Enya.....my IE800 can handle the remaining genres of music like rock and pop.
Brannan got back to me and said they'd waive all repair costs but I'll still need a new set of impressions.
Brannan got back to me and said they'd waive all repair costs but I'll still need a new set of impressions.
/me thumbs up.
Great great great guys at Noble.
I'll send in my impressions for you and you can have my th900s.
I feel like such a retard sitting here in a large room full of nerds with my dt990s on just dancing around in my chair listening to music.
This is a lot of fun though. I may be slightly drunk though.
I feel like such a retard sitting here in a large room full of nerds with my dt990s on just dancing around in my chair listening to music.
This is a lot of fun though. I may be slightly drunk though.
Don't. I would kill for a pair of DT770s, DT880s, or DT990s and a nice amp. Once my student loans are paid off I may actually have the money for a pair. For now, I'll be happy with my ATH-AD700 and Koss PRODJ100.
How do those even fit in your ears, they look massive >_0
I feel like such a retard sitting here in a large room full of nerds with my dt990s on just dancing around in my chair listening to music.
This is a lot of fun though. I may be slightly drunk though.
Don't. I would kill for a pair of DT770s, DT880s, or DT990s and a nice amp. Once my student loans are paid off I may actually have the money for a pair. For now, I'll be happy with my ATH-AD700 and Koss PRODJ100.
260GBP??? Customs and shipping is that bad?I feel like such a retard sitting here in a large room full of nerds with my dt990s on just dancing around in my chair listening to music.
This is a lot of fun though. I may be slightly drunk though.
Don't. I would kill for a pair of DT770s, DT880s, or DT990s and a nice amp. Once my student loans are paid off I may actually have the money for a pair. For now, I'll be happy with my ATH-AD700 and Koss PRODJ100.
I'm glad I decided to jump for the $100 for them, and the cable mod is great. I just need to save about another 260GBP for the schiit stack. But my little baby DAC is doing well so far.
260GBP??? Customs and shipping is that bad?I feel like such a retard sitting here in a large room full of nerds with my dt990s on just dancing around in my chair listening to music.
This is a lot of fun though. I may be slightly drunk though.
Don't. I would kill for a pair of DT770s, DT880s, or DT990s and a nice amp. Once my student loans are paid off I may actually have the money for a pair. For now, I'll be happy with my ATH-AD700 and Koss PRODJ100.
I'm glad I decided to jump for the $100 for them, and the cable mod is great. I just need to save about another 260GBP for the schiit stack. But my little baby DAC is doing well so far.
Uber stack is 300USD before shipping... So 195£. Yea after shipping and customs 260£ makes sense...260GBP??? Customs and shipping is that bad?I feel like such a retard sitting here in a large room full of nerds with my dt990s on just dancing around in my chair listening to music.
This is a lot of fun though. I may be slightly drunk though.
Don't. I would kill for a pair of DT770s, DT880s, or DT990s and a nice amp. Once my student loans are paid off I may actually have the money for a pair. For now, I'll be happy with my ATH-AD700 and Koss PRODJ100.
I'm glad I decided to jump for the $100 for them, and the cable mod is great. I just need to save about another 260GBP for the schiit stack. But my little baby DAC is doing well so far.
Well, it is, but that's not why they are that expensive. The official reseller in the UK sells them for like 130 each for a Modi 2 Uber and Vali, and if I weight up the exchange rate, it is probably the cheapest that way...
Or is it... I'm not sure now...
That was the tears of your wallet you were hearingLOL! Quite possible, I do admit that! ;D But at the very least, the cable looks damn good! :p
It does! I'm not sure I would be able to hear a difference, but I haven't gotten to use any really high end setups myself.I was trying out some portable headamps and man, you can hear some subtle differences among them. Tried out a few and decided on the JDS Labs C5.
Sony MDR-7506 with Beyer Dynamic velour earpads. Probably not the best headphones in existence, but for 80 dollars, who's complaining?
I'm working on selling my mom my FiiO E11k portable amp.. Too much of a pain in the ass to hook it up to my phone to listen at the gym, I never use it.
I'm working on selling my mom my FiiO E11k portable amp.. Too much of a pain in the ass to hook it up to my phone to listen at the gym, I never use it.
I'm working on selling my mom my FiiO E11k portable amp.. Too much of a pain in the ass to hook it up to my phone to listen at the gym, I never use it.
Honestly, I'd just get a beater pair of IEMs for the gym... IMO any IEM that is worth external amplification is not worth the risk of sweating all over it.
Our son takes up most of our spare funds as it is lol
Our son takes up most of our spare funds as it is lol
He's a lucky boy then! :)
Our son takes up most of our spare funds as it is lol
He's a lucky boy then! :)
We do our best.. keeps me out of the high end stuff I don't really need market tho ;)
Yeah, I think I'm happy with my Philips Fidelio X2s.. I still want to try them with a Schiit stack, but they are pretty good straight from the pc too
Yeah, I think I'm happy with my Philips Fidelio X2s.. I still want to try them with a Schiit stack, but they are pretty good straight from the pc too
if you don't get emi from your motherboard or wherever you play your music from, you could just get an amp. amps are far more important than dacs when it comes to sound, but even then, the differences are not very substantial. other's may feel differently. the biggest difference is the headphones.
Yeah, I think I'm happy with my Philips Fidelio X2s.. I still want to try them with a Schiit stack, but they are pretty good straight from the pc too
if you don't get emi from your motherboard or wherever you play your music from, you could just get an amp. amps are far more important than dacs when it comes to sound, but even then, the differences are not very substantial. other's may feel differently. the biggest difference is the headphones.
This is why getting an amp (and a DAC eventually) keeps getting pushed down the road.. something else always comes up to spend money on that is more important. At this point I think I'm even going to replace my computer chair first ;)
Yeah, I think I'm happy with my Philips Fidelio X2s.. I still want to try them with a Schiit stack, but they are pretty good straight from the pc too
if you don't get emi from your motherboard or wherever you play your music from, you could just get an amp. amps are far more important than dacs when it comes to sound, but even then, the differences are not very substantial. other's may feel differently. the biggest difference is the headphones.
This is why getting an amp (and a DAC eventually) keeps getting pushed down the road.. something else always comes up to spend money on that is more important. At this point I think I'm even going to replace my computer chair first ;)
IMHO, getting a DAC is a waste of money. Onboard DAC-s are good enough that you won't hear a difference. I have Matrix M-Stage stack (with separate Matrix DAC) and although it's a nifty gadget, I don't find it improves the sound quality. I can switch between cheapo soundcard DAC (Asus Xonar DG) and my Matrix DAC on the fly by changing inputs 1/2 on my Matrix M-Stage headphone amp and still can't notice any change in sound, although i am switching inputs during the playback. That is the best way to tell if there is any difference because you don't involve any sound memory (providing you set both inputs to exact same volume level).
My advice is to stick with your chair upgrade :thumb:
Fortunately I haven't had any issues with my onboard sound.. but I think an amp at least would be nice
Yeah, I think I'm happy with my Philips Fidelio X2s.. I still want to try them with a Schiit stack, but they are pretty good straight from the pc too
if you don't get emi from your motherboard or wherever you play your music from, you could just get an amp. amps are far more important than dacs when it comes to sound, but even then, the differences are not very substantial. other's may feel differently. the biggest difference is the headphones.
This is why getting an amp (and a DAC eventually) keeps getting pushed down the road.. something else always comes up to spend money on that is more important. At this point I think I'm even going to replace my computer chair first ;)
IMHO, getting a DAC is a waste of money. Onboard DAC-s are good enough that you won't hear a difference. I have Matrix M-Stage stack (with separate Matrix DAC) and although it's a nifty gadget, I don't find it improves the sound quality. I can switch between cheapo soundcard DAC (Asus Xonar DG) and my Matrix DAC on the fly by changing inputs 1/2 on my Matrix M-Stage headphone amp and still can't notice any change in sound, although i am switching inputs during the playback. That is the best way to tell if there is any difference because you don't involve any sound memory (providing you set both inputs to exact same volume level).
My advice is to stick with your chair upgrade :thumb:
Fortunately I haven't had any issues with my onboard sound.. but I think an amp at least would be nice
As far as my experience more a good DAC changes the sound as much as a good amp. Different DAC chips have different sound signatures.
You'll often hear Wolfson DACs sound more natural. Etc.
Onboard DACs are really cheap and there's a lot of electrical noise. I've always found even a cheaper Fiio external DAC to be superior and in some cases help more than a lower end amp.
The biggest change in sound will come from the headphones though.
As far as my experience more a good DAC changes the sound as much as a good amp. Different DAC chips have different sound signatures.
You'll often hear Wolfson DACs sound more natural. Etc.
Onboard DACs are really cheap and there's a lot of electrical noise. I've always found even a cheaper Fiio external DAC to be superior and in some cases help more than a lower end amp.
The biggest change in sound will come from the headphones though.
I'm not really sold on the DAC making different sound on level with amps. Amps can enforce actual changes to frequency response depending on the output impedance and the impedance curve of the headphones. Innerfidelity is currently (has?) conducted DAC blind testing and I don't think the results are conclusive enough to go one way or the other.
As for onboard DACs being cheap, I've not found any EMI from any modern, decently priced mobo that I've heard. Yes, if you get EMI, for sure, get an external DAC, but if you don't, I personally cannot see there being a large enough difference to justify the price.
As far as my experience more a good DAC changes the sound as much as a good amp. Different DAC chips have different sound signatures.
You'll often hear Wolfson DACs sound more natural. Etc.
Onboard DACs are really cheap and there's a lot of electrical noise. I've always found even a cheaper Fiio external DAC to be superior and in some cases help more than a lower end amp.
The biggest change in sound will come from the headphones though.
I'm not really sold on the DAC making different sound on level with amps. Amps can enforce actual changes to frequency response depending on the output impedance and the impedance curve of the headphones. Innerfidelity is currently (has?) conducted DAC blind testing and I don't think the results are conclusive enough to go one way or the other.
As for onboard DACs being cheap, I've not found any EMI from any modern, decently priced mobo that I've heard. Yes, if you get EMI, for sure, get an external DAC, but if you don't, I personally cannot see there being a large enough difference to justify the price.
My experience (so take this with a grain of salt) is that cheap DACs sound thin and electronic. Now the thinness could also be influenced by the lack of a real amp too. But I haven't heard a DAC in the sub $300 range that I enjoyed
The parasound DACs sounded great on a budget at around the 200-300 range depending on where you find them but they're incredibly rare and limiting in options
As far as my experience more a good DAC changes the sound as much as a good amp. Different DAC chips have different sound signatures.
You'll often hear Wolfson DACs sound more natural. Etc.
Onboard DACs are really cheap and there's a lot of electrical noise. I've always found even a cheaper Fiio external DAC to be superior and in some cases help more than a lower end amp.
The biggest change in sound will come from the headphones though.
I'm not really sold on the DAC making different sound on level with amps. Amps can enforce actual changes to frequency response depending on the output impedance and the impedance curve of the headphones. Innerfidelity is currently (has?) conducted DAC blind testing and I don't think the results are conclusive enough to go one way or the other.
As for onboard DACs being cheap, I've not found any EMI from any modern, decently priced mobo that I've heard. Yes, if you get EMI, for sure, get an external DAC, but if you don't, I personally cannot see there being a large enough difference to justify the price.
My experience (so take this with a grain of salt) is that cheap DACs sound thin and electronic. Now the thinness could also be influenced by the lack of a real amp too. But I haven't heard a DAC in the sub $300 range that I enjoyed
The parasound DACs sounded great on a budget at around the 200-300 range depending on where you find them but they're incredibly rare and limiting in options
There's a lot of onboard which is actually engineered with the same or better specs than top quality audiophile gear for theater- it's rare that they have great headphone support, but it really depends on the engineer who designed it. Rarely do they get the credit they would if they were making something for audiophiles.
So I tried the bass shaker test on this: http://www.audiocheck.net/soundtests_headphones.php (http://www.audiocheck.net/soundtests_headphones.php)
and was wondering what they mean by "parasitic buzz/rattle". When I play it on my HD650 at fairly high volume (maybe 85ish dB) the really low bass sounds very rumbly (as in, oscillating, definitely not "smooth"), then the tone gets kind of smooth and clear, with a very slight rumble at the end of the frequency sweep (upper bass/lower mid).
I have no idea if that is normal, or a sign of actual poor excursion factor in the 650s. I think I hear a very faint buzz/whine at the very low frequencies, but not sure if that's something else.
Anyone with a decent pair of cans want to give that a try and see what they hear?
So I tried the bass shaker test on this: http://www.audiocheck.net/soundtests_headphones.php (http://www.audiocheck.net/soundtests_headphones.php)
and was wondering what they mean by "parasitic buzz/rattle". When I play it on my HD650 at fairly high volume (maybe 85ish dB) the really low bass sounds very rumbly (as in, oscillating, definitely not "smooth"), then the tone gets kind of smooth and clear, with a very slight rumble at the end of the frequency sweep (upper bass/lower mid).
I have no idea if that is normal, or a sign of actual poor excursion factor in the 650s. I think I hear a very faint buzz/whine at the very low frequencies, but not sure if that's something else.
Anyone with a decent pair of cans want to give that a try and see what they hear?
Planars have almost no excursion thanks to their design... any results with dynamic cans?So I tried the bass shaker test on this: http://www.audiocheck.net/soundtests_headphones.php (http://www.audiocheck.net/soundtests_headphones.php)
and was wondering what they mean by "parasitic buzz/rattle". When I play it on my HD650 at fairly high volume (maybe 85ish dB) the really low bass sounds very rumbly (as in, oscillating, definitely not "smooth"), then the tone gets kind of smooth and clear, with a very slight rumble at the end of the frequency sweep (upper bass/lower mid).
I have no idea if that is normal, or a sign of actual poor excursion factor in the 650s. I think I hear a very faint buzz/whine at the very low frequencies, but not sure if that's something else.
Anyone with a decent pair of cans want to give that a try and see what they hear?
no rattle on my HE560s and 400i :thumb:
The bass test is meant to detect stuff like hair stuck in the driver, which will sound like a white distortion kind of rattle accompanying a certain bass frequency, similar to clipping. I wouldn't worry about the low bass not sounding perfectly smooth. You'll know the rattle when you hear it.
definitely nature of the test tone, it is 'shaky' in the beginning and end on higher volumes, I'm pretty sure it's supposed to be like thatThe bass test is meant to detect stuff like hair stuck in the driver, which will sound like a white distortion kind of rattle accompanying a certain bass frequency, similar to clipping. I wouldn't worry about the low bass not sounding perfectly smooth. You'll know the rattle when you hear it.
Dingdingding! Most likely the answer, had some dust or hair on a driver in my old 612 Pros and it made a distinct crackling
definitely nature of the test tone, it is 'shaky' in the beginning and end on higher volumes, I'm pretty sure it's supposed to be like thatThe bass test is meant to detect stuff like hair stuck in the driver, which will sound like a white distortion kind of rattle accompanying a certain bass frequency, similar to clipping. I wouldn't worry about the low bass not sounding perfectly smooth. You'll know the rattle when you hear it.
Dingdingding! Most likely the answer, had some dust or hair on a driver in my old 612 Pros and it made a distinct crackling
Thanks for the confirmation. I already took apart the phones and blew off any excess dust before I ran the test.
Now to find a Denon AHD2000 in Canada... :/
Compressed air. It actually depressed the diaphragm lol but I blew from the opposite side and popped it out. I'm not worried. I don't hear any damage and my perceived "rattle" was from before the clean.definitely nature of the test tone, it is 'shaky' in the beginning and end on higher volumes, I'm pretty sure it's supposed to be like thatThe bass test is meant to detect stuff like hair stuck in the driver, which will sound like a white distortion kind of rattle accompanying a certain bass frequency, similar to clipping. I wouldn't worry about the low bass not sounding perfectly smooth. You'll know the rattle when you hear it.
Dingdingding! Most likely the answer, had some dust or hair on a driver in my old 612 Pros and it made a distinct crackling
Thanks for the confirmation. I already took apart the phones and blew off any excess dust before I ran the test.
Now to find a Denon AHD2000 in Canada... :/
What did you use for dusting the headphones?
If i learned anything from camera maintenance is that human breath is pretty bad and compressed air is even worse (leaves a residue and is pretty strong so you can damage, displace or push things where they shouldn't be)
Compressed air. It actually depressed the diaphragm lol but I blew from the opposite side and popped it out. I'm not worried. I don't hear any damage and my perceived "rattle" was from before the clean.definitely nature of the test tone, it is 'shaky' in the beginning and end on higher volumes, I'm pretty sure it's supposed to be like thatThe bass test is meant to detect stuff like hair stuck in the driver, which will sound like a white distortion kind of rattle accompanying a certain bass frequency, similar to clipping. I wouldn't worry about the low bass not sounding perfectly smooth. You'll know the rattle when you hear it.
Dingdingding! Most likely the answer, had some dust or hair on a driver in my old 612 Pros and it made a distinct crackling
Thanks for the confirmation. I already took apart the phones and blew off any excess dust before I ran the test.
Now to find a Denon AHD2000 in Canada... :/
What did you use for dusting the headphones?
If i learned anything from camera maintenance is that human breath is pretty bad and compressed air is even worse (leaves a residue and is pretty strong so you can damage, displace or push things where they shouldn't be)
Sucks that you have a rattle. Try asking sennheiser about a repair?
They have an office here in Montreal even.
Also on a really ****ty note I seem to be having acute hearing loss in my left ear in the treble range. Hopefully it's either temporary or just some wax...
Here's a (quite old) photo of my headphone setup:Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/np2KFNR.jpg)
Still have the headphones sitting next to me at work, and they sound fantastic.
Sucks that you have a rattle. Try asking sennheiser about a repair?
They have an office here in Montreal even.
Also on a really ****ty note I seem to be having acute hearing loss in my left ear in the treble range. Hopefully it's either temporary or just some wax...
I don't think it's a rattle after reading that Draxor also noted the "shaking" - I can't hear any rattle from any normal track, but I heard a "rumble" and some super faint buzz on that one test tone (so could just be my ears and the nature of the test tone being shaky). I'm just not sure what a "rattle" is supposed to sound like, since it's such a generic term.
Sorry to hear about the hearing loss - I notice my right ear also seems to be slightly more sensitive than my left.
Here's a (quite old) photo of my headphone setup:Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/np2KFNR.jpg)
Still have the headphones sitting next to me at work, and they sound fantastic.
Nice!
I really liked the ESW11LTD
Haven't tried the 10JPN though
How are you likingthe ESW9? I never had much time with it. I felt it was a touch muddy but my friend had been playing around with mods onhis pair so I really have no idea how it sounds stock.
Sucks that you have a rattle. Try asking sennheiser about a repair?
They have an office here in Montreal even.
Also on a really ****ty note I seem to be having acute hearing loss in my left ear in the treble range. Hopefully it's either temporary or just some wax...
I don't think it's a rattle after reading that Draxor also noted the "shaking" - I can't hear any rattle from any normal track, but I heard a "rumble" and some super faint buzz on that one test tone (so could just be my ears and the nature of the test tone being shaky). I'm just not sure what a "rattle" is supposed to sound like, since it's such a generic term.
Sorry to hear about the hearing loss - I notice my right ear also seems to be slightly more sensitive than my left.
Rattle is something I attribute more to the housing from the vibrations.
And I've always had some problems with pressure in my inner ear so maybe it's just a bit off right now. Going to clean out my ears tomorrow to check that. I have to schedule an appointment with an audiologist to get earmolds done for the K10 again but if my hearing loss is this bad in my left ear I don't have much motivation to spend more money on audio =/
Sucks that you have a rattle. Try asking sennheiser about a repair?
They have an office here in Montreal even.
Also on a really ****ty note I seem to be having acute hearing loss in my left ear in the treble range. Hopefully it's either temporary or just some wax...
I don't think it's a rattle after reading that Draxor also noted the "shaking" - I can't hear any rattle from any normal track, but I heard a "rumble" and some super faint buzz on that one test tone (so could just be my ears and the nature of the test tone being shaky). I'm just not sure what a "rattle" is supposed to sound like, since it's such a generic term.
Sorry to hear about the hearing loss - I notice my right ear also seems to be slightly more sensitive than my left.
Rattle is something I attribute more to the housing from the vibrations.
And I've always had some problems with pressure in my inner ear so maybe it's just a bit off right now. Going to clean out my ears tomorrow to check that. I have to schedule an appointment with an audiologist to get earmolds done for the K10 again but if my hearing loss is this bad in my left ear I don't have much motivation to spend more money on audio =/
I am sorry to hear about your hearing. My wife says I have hearing loss- should probably get that checked officially myself, but I can hear very very soft sounds and always listen to music well below the normal listening threshold.
Here's a (quite old) photo of my headphone setup:Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/np2KFNR.jpg)
Still have the headphones sitting next to me at work, and they sound fantastic.
Nice!
I really liked the ESW11LTD
Haven't tried the 10JPN though
How are you likingthe ESW9? I never had much time with it. I felt it was a touch muddy but my friend had been playing around with mods onhis pair so I really have no idea how it sounds stock.
I love them. So far, they're the only pair of headphones I've held onto for longer than a year (other than my Grado SR80i's, which I traded recently, I've had these about 3 years now). I did Germania's Mod to them (http://www.head-fi.org/t/383257/germania-s-audio-technica-esw9-mod-s) and it improved the bass/soundstage a TON. They're super comfortable to wear as well, which is a huge plus.
I've had my Qpad QH-85 headset (basically Takstar 2050 with a mic) for like four years now. The earpads were getting a bit too flat so I decided to get some new ones (http://www.mp4nation.net/brainwavz-angled-memory-foam-earpad-black-velour-suitable-for-large-over-the-ear-headphones). I went with the angled ones and they're very comfortable :)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/11NkFjG.jpg)
New on the left, old on the right.
Bass is better now which sort of surprised me but I guess they do a better job at isolating the sound than my old earpads.
FINALLY
FINALLY
I've aged considerably while this has remained a relatively "new" piece of technology. lol
FINALLY
I've aged considerably while this has remained a relatively "new" piece of technology. lol
What's that for?
Holy crap, that thing is spendy :o
Holy crap, that thing is spendy :o
If I'm thinking of the same project it was a lot cheaper through the backing
FINALLY
I've aged considerably while this has remained a relatively "new" piece of technology. lol
What's that for?
I backed a product on indiegogo back in 2013,
http://marketplace.lhlabs.com/products/pulse-xfi-dac-headphone-amplifier
Holy crap, that thing is spendy :o
If I'm thinking of the same project it was a lot cheaper through the backing
Right you are- I'd never pay full MSRP for this thing without listening to it first.
Holy crap, that thing is spendy :o
If I'm thinking of the same project it was a lot cheaper through the backing
Right you are- I'd never pay full MSRP for this thing without listening to it first.
Wasn't it like $600? xD
I didn't feel like backing it
I don't think they were doing anything extremely unique either were they?
Holy crap, that thing is spendy :o
If I'm thinking of the same project it was a lot cheaper through the backing
Right you are- I'd never pay full MSRP for this thing without listening to it first.
Wasn't it like $600? xD
I didn't feel like backing it
I don't think they were doing anything extremely unique either were they?
It's a 3W amp/dac that does DSD and has a lot of useful I/O. For $600 backing price it is not too hard to want to pick up given the features.
Holy crap, that thing is spendy :o
If I'm thinking of the same project it was a lot cheaper through the backing
Right you are- I'd never pay full MSRP for this thing without listening to it first.
Wasn't it like $600? xD
I didn't feel like backing it
I don't think they were doing anything extremely unique either were they?
It's a 3W amp/dac that does DSD and has a lot of useful I/O. For $600 backing price it is not too hard to want to pick up given the features.
I mean the backing price was definitely better than a lot of similar options on the market. Tell us how it sounds! (once you get it)
Was thinking of getting a small amp + passive speaker combo to complete my desktop audio, but got real tired of the endless search and near misses (missed an Usher S-520). So, I gave up and bought a 2.0 pair that appealed to me aesthetically.....though it isn't known for having great sound. I decided on a Focal XS Book 2.0 system to go with my Oppo HA-1. I must say, it sounds pretty good for a 2.0......yes, not headphone related, but at least audio related. I'm being perhaps shallow with this purchase preferring form over function, but hey, I think it looks good.Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/003_zpsiurgtutz.jpg)
I dunno man, I've had those exact speakers and loved them and all the reviews I ever read were glowing as well. I wouldn't say they aren't known for having great sound at all, either the specific line or especially the company that made them.I guess I was rather ambiguous in my previous post, I wasn't saying that the Focal XS Book was bad, far from it actually. It was more that I was going all audio-feely thinking about buying a Ghent Audio ICEPower power amp (had a Calyx CTI in mind as well) + Usher S-520 (was also looking at the higher end Peachtree Audio DS5.5 bookshelf speakers. Ended up with a pair of powered speakers, so I felt I was being audio-feely enough. :-[ I've been listening to the XS Book the whole day and quite like its presentation of music, more neutral'ish highs, good mildly recessed mids with good amount of mid-bass thump.....though lower lows are rolled off. Played some games and I find it surprisingly great sounding with the XS Book.
Is that a AKG K812 on your desk? If so, how do you like them? Is it as bright as people say (ie. Tyll)? And how does it compare to the HD-800?You're asking the wrong guy, I love sparkly highs! I don't find my earlier gen (serial number <10k) HD800 bright at all, yes, there's some extended treble but I wouldn't say it's at all bright. Same goes with the AKG K812 (serial number >12k), very nice sparkle, smaller soundstage than the HD800, great for more enclosed or intimate audio setting, like a Jazz club compared to the concert hall width and height of the HD800's soundstage. I can't say I prefer one over the other, both are awesome for different genres of music. BTW, I have a Grado GS1000i and an Audio Technica ATH-AD2000 and I would describe them as being quite sparkly, almost to the point of being bright.....almost, not quite. I did say I have a high tolerance for......well, highs. :D
Was in the mood for another IEM, but wanted something different from the IE800 and Fitear Parterre I already have. Saw a seller in the local forum selling his StageDiver 3 by InEar, did some research because I was intrigued by its resemblance to a CIEM. To cut a long story short, I snagged it.....the greenish (oxidized) cable in the background is its original cable. The seller gave me the Nocturnal Audio Quad29 cable to seal the deal.I found them pretty decent sounding, although imaging was a little blurry. I ended up selling them because there was something in the shell that hurt my ears after a while, and my real CIEMs arrived.Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/q2_zpsj69e6xdv.jpg)
I found them pretty decent sounding, although imaging was a little blurry. I ended up selling them because there was something in the shell that hurt my ears after a while, and my real CIEMs arrived.True, they aren't as resolving as, say, my IE800, but its warm'ish sound does have its own charm. Also, you'd notice that I'm a universal fit guy, no custom jobs for me as I have no patient for more time off to haave an ear impression done, and the wait time for reshelling and such, simply not something I'd deal well with. Gonna find a nice silver core cable and see if it opens up the top end (highs) a little more.
What I'm using most days:Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/wY454kG.jpg)
Think it may be time for a new cable. I firmly believe metal type affects sound as they attenuate differently, but I'm not a big believer in braided vs solid vs no o2, etc, so finding something reasonably priced with a silver core is my goal.
If you can do it yourself - http://www.ebay.com/sch/sis.html?_nkw=24+AWG+Silver+Teflon+Wire+Assortment+50+feet+19+strand&_id=231157003669&&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2658 All sorts of different gauge silver wire, old mil-stock. I've used it before, it works great, it's a little stiff on its own though because of the teflon coating.
If you can do it yourself - http://www.ebay.com/sch/sis.html?_nkw=24+AWG+Silver+Teflon+Wire+Assortment+50+feet+19+strand&_id=231157003669&&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2658 All sorts of different gauge silver wire, old mil-stock. I've used it before, it works great, it's a little stiff on its own though because of the teflon coating.
did you take a specific size / thickness?
If you can do it yourself - http://www.ebay.com/sch/sis.html?_nkw=24+AWG+Silver+Teflon+Wire+Assortment+50+feet+19+strand&_id=231157003669&&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2658 All sorts of different gauge silver wire, old mil-stock. I've used it before, it works great, it's a little stiff on its own though because of the teflon coating.
did you take a specific size / thickness?
I've used the 24, 26 and 28 in different circumstances for each.
If you can do it yourself - http://www.ebay.com/sch/sis.html?_nkw=24+AWG+Silver+Teflon+Wire+Assortment+50+feet+19+strand&_id=231157003669&&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2658 All sorts of different gauge silver wire, old mil-stock. I've used it before, it works great, it's a little stiff on its own though because of the teflon coating.
did you take a specific size / thickness?
I've used the 24, 26 and 28 in different circumstances for each.
Stranded or single?
My pair of TH-900's arrived today. SO good... sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo goooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddd...
NEXT MONTH. CIEMS. dunno who to go with, probably noble.
NEXT MONTH. CIEMS. dunno who to go with, probably noble.
NEXT MONTH. CIEMS. dunno who to go with, probably noble.
I've got some JHA Angie's. Perhaps take into consideration the Angie or Layla
NEXT MONTH. CIEMS. dunno who to go with, probably noble.
I've got some JHA Angie's. Perhaps take into consideration the Angie or Layla
heard some bad stuff about jh customer support or whatever
I wouldn't consider UE cheap. There are smaller companies with much more inexpensive models, like 1964Ears, Cosmic Ears, etc.
I got my UERMs last week that I ordered through Massdrop. They're great. My only complaint is lack of customization on these >.<Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/a6GEwCB.jpg)
I got my UERMs last week that I ordered through Massdrop. They're great. My only complaint is lack of customization on these >.<Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/a6GEwCB.jpg)
exaaactly. nice get though!
customizable CIEMs are neat in a way, but I realized I spent too much on making mine look badass.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/O9OospT.png)
never look at them while listening to music, and they're usually in their case so I don't look at them there either.
Massdrop O2+ODAC or Schiit M2/M2 guize they're like the same price for me
Massdrop O2+ODAC or Schiit M2/M2 guize they're like the same price for me
Massdrop O2+ODAC or Schiit M2/M2 guize they're like the same price for me
http://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=109&cp_id=10919&cs_id=1091903&p_id=13807&seq=1&format=2
Anyone else curious?
http://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=109&cp_id=10919&cs_id=1091903&p_id=13807&seq=1&format=2
Anyone else curious?
Ooh, havent seen that before.. Very curious! Seems rather cheap for all of that.
http://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=109&cp_id=10919&cs_id=1091903&p_id=13807&seq=1&format=2Looks soooo beautiful. I wonder how good it sounds for only $200. Monoprice tends to have very good price to performance ratio, even if they can't/don't compete with high end.
Anyone else curious?
http://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=109&cp_id=10919&cs_id=1091903&p_id=13807&seq=1&format=2Looks soooo beautiful. I wonder how good it sounds for only $200. Monoprice tends to have very good price to performance ratio, even if they can't/don't compete with high end.
Anyone else curious?
ATH M50x and a Fiio E10K
So unique I know
Yeah, I was looking to upgrade soon, and I do like the sound of these.ATH M50x and a Fiio E10K
So unique I know
all things considered, the m50x has really subbass, and it digs down really low.
if you like the sound signature, you could see if you can score the unicorn known as the Denon AHD-2000 as a potential upgrade.
Beyerdynamic DT-990 Pro 250 OHM driven by Schiit Modi/Vali combo. Took me a long time to decide on them and have been very please with it. I might want to get a set of Sennheiser HD650s in the future but the DT990s have served me very well the past 2 years.
Yeah, I was looking to upgrade soon, and I do like the sound of these.ATH M50x and a Fiio E10K
So unique I know
all things considered, the m50x has really subbass, and it digs down really low.
if you like the sound signature, you could see if you can score the unicorn known as the Denon AHD-2000 as a potential upgrade.
Thanks for the recommendation :thumb:
ATH M50x and a Fiio E10K
So unique I know
all things considered, the m50x has really good subbass, and it digs down really low.
if you like the sound signature, you could see if you can score the unicorn known as the Denon AHD-2000 as a potential upgrade.
I wouldn't call the D2000 anything close to the M50x
the M50x tends closer to the colder side and quite neutral.
The D2000 is quite mid-bass centric
I wouldn't call the D2000 anything close to the M50x
the M50x tends closer to the colder side and quite neutral.
The D2000 is quite mid-bass centric
i've heard both and i hear it differently; my d2000 is much more subbass focused than midbass.
in either case i was referring specifically to their bass feel. very subwoofer like.
Oh man, all this awesome headphone hardware being discussed...
I've only used IEMs for the past few years, even gave away my WooAudio/HD650 setup a while back to a friend. Currently looking at a Fireflies for my desktop since I'm not really looking for another set of full-sized cans in the near future. Probably a couple months away from making a decision.
I sometimes wish I had gone the CIEM route considering what I paid for my first week 846 SEs, but I have zero regrets on how they sound. I'm also one of those people who can wear pretty much any IEM comfortably with just a tip change.
Currently, my Shures are plugged directly into my Surface Pro 4. Which has a surprisingly decent DAC for what it is :) But looking for a new mobile setup that won't break the bank. Thinking of going the JDS route.
Oh man, all this awesome headphone hardware being discussed...
I've only used IEMs for the past few years, even gave away my WooAudio/HD650 setup a while back to a friend. Currently looking at a Fireflies for my desktop since I'm not really looking for another set of full-sized cans in the near future. Probably a couple months away from making a decision.
I sometimes wish I had gone the CIEM route considering what I paid for my first week 846 SEs, but I have zero regrets on how they sound. I'm also one of those people who can wear pretty much any IEM comfortably with just a tip change.
Currently, my Shures are plugged directly into my Surface Pro 4. Which has a surprisingly decent DAC for what it is :) But looking for a new mobile setup that won't break the bank. Thinking of going the JDS route.
Mobile?
I'd go fiio personally.
I enjoyed the X5gen1 and I'm getting the review model of the X7 but that's more expensive.
I absolutely love the AK240 though but I have a feeling that's over your budget.
Oh man, all this awesome headphone hardware being discussed...
I've only used IEMs for the past few years, even gave away my WooAudio/HD650 setup a while back to a friend. Currently looking at a Fireflies for my desktop since I'm not really looking for another set of full-sized cans in the near future. Probably a couple months away from making a decision.
I sometimes wish I had gone the CIEM route considering what I paid for my first week 846 SEs, but I have zero regrets on how they sound. I'm also one of those people who can wear pretty much any IEM comfortably with just a tip change.
Currently, my Shures are plugged directly into my Surface Pro 4. Which has a surprisingly decent DAC for what it is :) But looking for a new mobile setup that won't break the bank. Thinking of going the JDS route.
Mobile?
I'd go fiio personally.
I enjoyed the X5gen1 and I'm getting the review model of the X7 but that's more expensive.
I absolutely love the AK240 though but I have a feeling that's over your budget.
Just looking for DAC/Amp combo, not a source, so the 240 is definitely not something I'm looking at. I had looked at it when it came out, but I was looking for sources then. If I was getting a source, I'd likely get the x5; it hits all the features I'd be looking for.
So, since I'm looking at DAC/Amp combos, I've been eyeing JDS, something like the Element. But I'm always open to suggestions :)
However the O2 is quite dependent on the source. It did not pair that well with the CLAS and would sometimes clip because of it. However I haven't heard of others getting that issue so maybe it was isolated to specific pairings.
Beyerdynamic DT-990 Pro 250 OHM driven by Schiit Modi/Vali combo. Took me a long time to decide on them and have been very please with it. I might want to get a set of Sennheiser HD650s in the future but the DT990s have served me very well the past 2 years.
Nice! I've got those exact same headphones, and I'm hoping to get a Magni2/Modi2 combo for my new house :) I'm glad you like the setup, promising for me :)
HD700 and UM3xShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/iWDIr4b.jpg)
Seriously debating this DT-770 or DT-990 (http://slickdeals.net/f/8202791-beyerdynamic-headphones-250ohm-dt-770-closed-125-or-dt-990-open-125-each-after-30-rebate-free-shipping), but I don't have an amp and I'm not not sure it would be an improvement over my current headphones.
I tried a DT-880 once and loved them.
Seriously debating this DT-770 or DT-990 (http://slickdeals.net/f/8202791-beyerdynamic-headphones-250ohm-dt-770-closed-125-or-dt-990-open-125-each-after-30-rebate-free-shipping), but I don't have an amp and I'm not not sure it would be an improvement over my current headphones.
Koss Pro DJ100 and ATH-AD700. I'm using an HT Omega Striker, but one of those two aren't too bad price wise.
Just got the Tascam TH02s. Have only used them on a flight but I like them so far. I'm thinking of buying an entry level DAC and amp. Any suggestions?I got a Fiio E10K (http://www.amazon.com/FiiO-E10K-Headphone-Amplifier-Black/dp/B00LP3AMC2) a couple of weeks ago and it seriously improved the sound over the on-board soundcard on my cheap 5+ year old motherboard.
Cool thanks for the input. I'll look into that one.Just got the Tascam TH02s. Have only used them on a flight but I like them so far. I'm thinking of buying an entry level DAC and amp. Any suggestions?I got a Fiio E10K (http://www.amazon.com/FiiO-E10K-Headphone-Amplifier-Black/dp/B00LP3AMC2) a couple of weeks ago and it seriously improved the sound over the on-board soundcard on my cheap 5+ year old motherboard.
Bass and treble at high volumes is no longer distorted, my headphones can now get really loud, and the bass has improved significantly.
Just got the Tascam TH02s. Have only used them on a flight but I like them so far. I'm thinking of buying an entry level DAC and amp. Any suggestions?I got a Fiio E10K (http://www.amazon.com/FiiO-E10K-Headphone-Amplifier-Black/dp/B00LP3AMC2) a couple of weeks ago and it seriously improved the sound over the on-board soundcard on my cheap 5+ year old motherboard.
Bass and treble at high volumes is no longer distorted, my headphones can now get really loud, and the bass has improved significantly.
Just got a pair of AKG K553's from the recent Massdrop sale. Was looking for something closed with low impedance for travelling and at work. To that end, very happy with them. They're way more analytical than my HD555's, but that's a nice change of pace. And they sound great straight from my iPod and work MBP, so mission accomplished.
Definitely need new pads though, I much prefer the velour of the HD555's. Anyone have recommendations on good pads? I hear Brainwavez thrown around a lot, but many of the headphone communities are basically echo chambers aside from sometimes head-fi, so it's tough to tell what's real sometimes.
HD700 and UM3xShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/iWDIr4b.jpg)
If you're looking for a tubey amp try the Little Dot Mk3. If not just he schiitstack can get the job done if needed.
I'm sure its been mentioned a few times in this thread, but please remember that your headphones will only be as good as your source. If you don't update your source before updating your headphones, you're really doing yourself a disservice.
If you're like me, and mostly listen to digital sources (MP3, FLAC, ALAC, etc), that means DAC. Which is why buying even a small DAC/AMP combo will go a long way to making your existing, let alone new, headphones sound better. This is assuming plugging it into a computer, or a device that allows either line-out or USB audio.
My little corner of joy. HD 600, WA6 Modi. Not pictured I have a DT770 250ohm, RHA MA750s and a couple of other IEMs.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/euyNrzo.jpg)
Still loving my th600. And to think at one point I was going to sell them.
Still loving my th600. And to think at one point I was going to sell them.
sell em and buy the th900. :cool:
I like the matte black of the 600 a lot more tbhI thought you didn't even like headphones =(
Schiit Lyr (Gen1) with Amperex Orange Globe A-frames
Bifrost Uber
Sennheiser HD800 (Moon Audio Black Dragon cable)
Beyerdynamic T1 (Gen1)
In the background:
SAE 2200 power amp (rebuilt with new caps and toroidal transformer)
KEF Q300
Not pictured:
HiFiMAN HE-500 (Moon Audio Silver Dragon cable)
AKG Q701 (K712 pads)
AKG K553
Magni (Gen1)
Contemplating one of the new upgrades for the Bifrost. I don't really think the Multibit upgrade is worth the cost and hassle of sending off the Bifrost to have the software flashed. I wonder how much sonic difference the 4490 would have? I don't really care about the measurements all that much.Show Image(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8601/16481435956_297c205ab5_k.jpg)
How do you find the black dragon with the hd800? Does it emphasise the bass a bit more? I have a Vero full range cable coming soon with XLR termination to pair with my HDVD800 but was contemplating a black dragon before that purchase
Schiit Lyr (Gen1) with Amperex Orange Globe A-frames
Bifrost Uber
Sennheiser HD800 (Moon Audio Black Dragon cable)
Beyerdynamic T1 (Gen1)
In the background:
SAE 2200 power amp (rebuilt with new caps and toroidal transformer)
KEF Q300
Not pictured:
HiFiMAN HE-500 (Moon Audio Silver Dragon cable)
AKG Q701 (K712 pads)
AKG K553
Magni (Gen1)
Contemplating one of the new upgrades for the Bifrost. I don't really think the Multibit upgrade is worth the cost and hassle of sending off the Bifrost to have the software flashed. I wonder how much sonic difference the 4490 would have? I don't really care about the measurements all that much.Show Image(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8601/16481435956_297c205ab5_k.jpg)
I'm thinking of getting either the beyerdynamic T1 or the HiFiMAN HE-500 or possible another model. Which one would you recommend, my audio set up is lacking quite a bit with a dt 770 pro, o2 amp, centrance odac.
I'm thinking of getting either the beyerdynamic T1 or the HiFiMAN HE-500 or possible another model. Which one would you recommend, my audio set up is lacking quite a bit with a dt 770 pro, o2 amp, centrance odac.
That really depends on your listening preferences because they are both very different. The HE-500 is a bit warmer than neutral and has more forward lower-mids. The bass is very powerful and extends fantastically low but isn't overpowering. Treble is crisp but laid-back. The soundstage is a bit small and lacking in distinct centerstage but the ability of the planar magnetic driver to layer and separate sounds more than adequately makes up for it. Vocals sound full-bodied and warm. It has a bit of a laid-back sound and does fine with poorly mastered tracks. It's not a microscope for detail but it doesn't sound veiled either. It's pretty close to neutral but with a distinct planar-like presentation. I really like the HE-500 with EDM because of its well extended and impactful bass.
The T1 can be a bit bright and I find it to be less extended in the low end compared to the HE-500 and HD800. However, it has one of the best midranges I've ever heard. It has somewhat forward upper mids and is spectacularly smooth and grain free. The emphasized upper mids pushes vocals to the front. I particularly enjoy female vocals with the T1. It has the most raw detail retrieval I've ever heard in a headphone, even more so than the HD800. As far as soundstage, it's larger in size than the HE-500 with a more distinct centerstage but not as large as the HD800. It has very precise positioning and separation of sounds. When listening to classical music, the HD800 sounds to me like I'm in a large concert hall seated in the center about halfway back in the room. The T1 sounds as though I'm in the same hall but now seated in the second row. The HE-500 sounds like all the sound is contained in a small room with less defined positioning but very good separation and layering. The T1 has an energetic sound and makes music fun to listen to. I like it for classical, ambient electronic/chill and some alternative rock, as long as it's well produced. Poorly mastered tracks can sometimes be unpleasant because of the T1's treble energy. If you're used to the Beyer house sound, it probably won't bother you.
The O2 will work with both but won't be ideal. The HE-500 is a planar magnetic headphone and will do well with an amp that can push >1 watt into 38 ohms. The T1 is 600 ohms and IME pairs well with tubes. An OTL amp would work well.
Thank you very much for you explanation. I was definitely planning on upgrading my setup as whole with a new amp, headphones, and all. I kind of like a more semi-open and closed sound myself, I generally not like to have it too open because then others can what I was listening today. The HE-500 just look very appealing though, the T1 pricing on amazon is also very interesting. If I can scrap the cash together in time I think I may just pull the trigger on the T1 if the price hovers around what it's currently at.
For those who haven't heard, Sennheiser has just re-released the world's best headphones - the Orpheus system - for a mere $55,000.
http://www.theverge.com/2015/11/6/9680990/sennheiser-orpheus-handmade-headphones-electrostatic-hands-on
There is also a more sensible HD800S, which is a slightly improved version of the HD800, including smoother treble for those who complained about peakiness in that region.
For those who haven't heard, Sennheiser has just re-released the world's best headphones - the Orpheus system - for a mere $55,000.
http://www.theverge.com/2015/11/6/9680990/sennheiser-orpheus-handmade-headphones-electrostatic-hands-on
There is also a more sensible HD800S, which is a slightly improved version of the HD800, including smoother treble for those who complained about peakiness in that region.
Yea, Sennheiser sort of lost a bit of my respect after these (not that my opinion matters lol).
The HD800S basically looks like they copied the Anaxilus mod, then jacked up the price.
The Orpheus, while I have high hopes that it will sound amazing and god-tier and cure sexually transmitted diseases, cannot be justified in my eyes when you can get a fully treated room with an amazing speaker system for likely cheaper prices. I also worry about the multiple parts where that amp can actually *break*, from an engineering perspective.
The Orpheus, while I have high hopes that it will sound amazing and god-tier and cure sexually transmitted diseases, cannot be justified in my eyes when you can get a fully treated room with an amazing speaker system for likely cheaper prices.
I also worry about the multiple parts where that amp can actually *break*, from an engineering perspective.
That's Jude and head-fi though. It's a business.
That's Jude and head-fi though. It's a business.
Jude and head-fi gets a lot of slack for being an advertising board (and I agree it is an advertising board), but honestly... he's pretty even-keeled in his reviews. Or at least the few reviews I've read of his. He doesn't always say "OMFG THE LATEST AND GREATEST" for everything he writes about.
QuoteThe Orpheus, while I have high hopes that it will sound amazing and god-tier and cure sexually transmitted diseases, cannot be justified in my eyes when you can get a fully treated room with an amazing speaker system for likely cheaper prices.
Considering speaker systems can go up to hundreds of thousands dollars, I'm willing to bet the second Orpheus will sound better than any speaker system in the $50,000 range. You're comparing what probably would be the world's best headphones to a not-quite summit-fi speaker setup. Headphones have always been better in terms of price/performance ratio, which is the reason why most people get into headphones to begin with.QuoteI also worry about the multiple parts where that amp can actually *break*, from an engineering perspective.
How do you know? You haven't even seen the insides of the thing. I suppose you're talking about all the moving parts, but one would hope people aren't blowing their entire life savings on the thing. If you're gonna buy a $50,000 headphone, you should be able to afford a bunch of other luxuries, including repairs.
In his Orpheus 2 video he claims that he believes the factory refurbished original Orpheus is now the best he's ever heard. Then he proclaims Orpheus 2 to be better. Maybe he really feels that way. But he is far from even keeled. In fact, he pretty much lauds everything he reviews if it is from a sponsor. You will disagree with me. That's fine.
It's simple engineering principles. Increasing the complexity of an object increases the amount of points at which it can fail. Furthermore, if you're paying 50 000, you better ****ing expect perfection. Try being Ferrari and telling a client, "Oh yeah, the car you just bought might have a bum exhaust, but you can just pay for it since you already forked over 100k..."
but I can tell you that my KEF Q300s sound better, have a much more impressive soundstage and have a far more realistic and tangible presentation than my HD800 which cost more than twice what the speakers did.
Quotebut I can tell you that my KEF Q300s sound better, have a much more impressive soundstage and have a far more realistic and tangible presentation than my HD800 which cost more than twice what the speakers did.
I'm pretty sure that's a misleading comment, because you only commented on the KEF Q300s soundstage and presentation. And, yes... yours is a subjective opinion. But in general, most people see headphones being better than speakers in terms of price to performance ratio.
Look fuzzybuffy. I think it's pretty clear you're not going to budge from your opinions, and you want to defend Jude. That's fine. I'm too tired to critique the flaws in your logic, as well as your seeming inability to accept opinions which are contrary to yours.
All I'm going to say is that I will most assuredly not "trust" you, lol, just because you say "trust me" three times without any semblance of rational evidence to substantiate your claims. My brain is not wired that way.
Have a good one.
When you get your Orpheus, be sure to let us know how it sounds.
Sennheiser HD 518 or rs 160? Or something else?
I'm buying on the cheap, Canadians get ripped off. $79.99 USD for 518, $150 CAD for 518 :/
Sennheiser HD 518 or rs 160? Or something else?
I'm buying on the cheap, Canadians get ripped off. $79.99 USD for 518, $150 CAD for 518 :/
check kijiji. i see 598s for sale for like ~150CAD, without tax.
Contemplating one of the new upgrades for the Bifrost. I don't really think the Multibit upgrade is worth the cost and hassle of sending off the Bifrost to have the software flashed. I wonder how much sonic difference the 4490 would have? I don't really care about the measurements all that much.Show Image(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8601/16481435956_297c205ab5_k.jpg)
Contemplating one of the new upgrades for the Bifrost. I don't really think the Multibit upgrade is worth the cost and hassle of sending off the Bifrost to have the software flashed. I wonder how much sonic difference the 4490 would have? I don't really care about the measurements all that much.Show Image(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8601/16481435956_297c205ab5_k.jpg)
Man, I'm upset. I paid like $500+ for my bifrost Uber
Does the new one have the same analog stage as the uber?
Contemplating one of the new upgrades for the Bifrost. I don't really think the Multibit upgrade is worth the cost and hassle of sending off the Bifrost to have the software flashed. I wonder how much sonic difference the 4490 would have? I don't really care about the measurements all that much.Show Image(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8601/16481435956_297c205ab5_k.jpg)
Man, I'm upset. I paid like $500+ for my bifrost Uber
Does the new one have the same analog stage as the uber?
It's supposedly upgraded again. Not sure how much of an upgrade it is over the Uber.
Well **** me. You know what they say about early adopters, but this year I've been totally screwed lol..
How much do you suppose the Uber will sell for? $350?
Well **** me. You know what they say about early adopters, but this year I've been totally screwed lol..
How much do you suppose the Uber will sell for? $350?
You don't have to sell your Bifrost. You can purchase the 4490 board as an upgrade for 70USD and install it yourself.
Well **** me. You know what they say about early adopters, but this year I've been totally screwed lol..
How much do you suppose the Uber will sell for? $350?
You don't have to sell your Bifrost. You can purchase the 4490 board as an upgrade for 70USD and install it yourself.
Well the analog stage is better on the new bifrost no?
I'm sure its been mentioned a few times in this thread, but please remember that your headphones will only be as good as your source. If you don't update your source before updating your headphones, you're really doing yourself a disservice.
If you're like me, and mostly listen to digital sources (MP3, FLAC, ALAC, etc), that means DAC. Which is why buying even a small DAC/AMP combo will go a long way to making your existing, let alone new, headphones sound better. This is assuming plugging it into a computer, or a device that allows either line-out or USB audio.
Can't agree with this enough. I've always found built in audio in phones and computers to be mediocre at best.
Frankly I can't even find anything worse except maybe the middle of the barrel ipods which had decent dac chips but really bad amping.
Just like a pair of headphones' frequency range doesn't mean jack **** about its quality, a DAC's SNR has very little bearing on the actual quality.
Definitely FLAC all the way!
I will disagree with the file size because a hard-drive is cheap now. For example I bought a Samsung 850 EVO 250GB for 90$.
Also for some, FLAC is an exact copy of a CD, and 320 is not. For those who like CD, they can be sure they will always have a
a perfect digital backup with FLAC.
But there's a noticeable difference when I have my IEMs in. I have MP3 and FLAC copies of several albums, and have put them on random, and I can pick out the FLAC versions every time. I notice it most with complex sounds, like cymbals, which makes sense if you know how MP3 compression works.
But there's a noticeable difference when I have my IEMs in. I have MP3 and FLAC copies of several albums, and have put them on random, and I can pick out the FLAC versions every time. I notice it most with complex sounds, like cymbals, which makes sense if you know how MP3 compression works.
I agree that you can detect a difference if you try. My only argument is that to me, the minute quality difference (minute being in my eyes, of course) is not really worth the difference and hassle.
Just got my JH Angie's back from astell and kern. My favourite pair of headphones/earphones by far when paired with my zx2
It's an android interface. The reason i went zx2 over AK was the customisability. Tidal and spotify on it is actually pretty useful. Sound wise, its fantastic for what i listen to. I would say i like it better than my hd800 - hdvd800 desktop setup
It's an android interface. The reason i went zx2 over AK was the customisability. Tidal and spotify on it is actually pretty useful. Sound wise, its fantastic for what i listen to. I would say i like it better than my hd800 - hdvd800 desktop setup
Do you know if you have to use the Sony music app for the DAC to be fully utilized, or will any music app work? That was my gripe with some of them - only the vendor's app worked with all the features, and some of those apps are horrid.
I will disagree with the file size because a hard-drive is cheap now. For example I bought a Samsung 850 EVO 250GB for 90$.
Also for some, FLAC is an exact copy of a CD, and 320 is not. For those who like CD, they can be sure they will always have a
a perfect digital backup with FLAC.
that is false. FLAC is not exact copy of a CD. An uncompressed 44.1 kHz .wav file would be an exact copy of CD.
and like i said, if you think spending $90 to store music is worth your money, then that is fine. some people may, some people may not. i just don't think the quality difference, if you can even detect it, is worth it.
I will disagree with the file size because a hard-drive is cheap now. For example I bought a Samsung 850 EVO 250GB for 90$.
Also for some, FLAC is an exact copy of a CD, and 320 is not. For those who like CD, they can be sure they will always have a
a perfect digital backup with FLAC.
that is false. FLAC is not exact copy of a CD. An uncompressed 44.1 kHz .wav file would be an exact copy of CD.
and like i said, if you think spending $90 to store music is worth your money, then that is fine. some people may, some people may not. i just don't think the quality difference, if you can even detect it, is worth it.
I'm confused... I thought FLAC's are lossless, which would mean they are exactly the same as .wav files, no?
I'm thinking about getting some Shure SE215s for general daily use in something that isn't too expensive. Is there anything else around that price point that I should consider?Consider:
I will disagree with the file size because a hard-drive is cheap now. For example I bought a Samsung 850 EVO 250GB for 90$.
Also for some, FLAC is an exact copy of a CD, and 320 is not. For those who like CD, they can be sure they will always have a
a perfect digital backup with FLAC.
that is false. FLAC is not exact copy of a CD. An uncompressed 44.1 kHz .wav file would be an exact copy of CD.
and like i said, if you think spending $90 to store music is worth your money, then that is fine. some people may, some people may not. i just don't think the quality difference, if you can even detect it, is worth it.
I'm confused... I thought FLAC's are lossless, which would mean they are exactly the same as .wav files, no?
Flac is compressed. He's just differentiating between what's on the CD and what dan said.
You should be able to convert between flac and wav with no loss of quality (in theory). Wav is uncompressed and is what CDs use. A lot of programs now probably offer to rip directly into FLAC or MP3.
However some audiophiles "hear" a difference between flac and wav of the same bit depth and rate. (Just converted between the two)
All I know is that flac > mp3 in my experience. 320kbps mp3 is not enough.
I will disagree with the file size because a hard-drive is cheap now. For example I bought a Samsung 850 EVO 250GB for 90$.
Also for some, FLAC is an exact copy of a CD, and 320 is not. For those who like CD, they can be sure they will always have a
a perfect digital backup with FLAC.
that is false. FLAC is not exact copy of a CD. An uncompressed 44.1 kHz .wav file would be an exact copy of CD.
and like i said, if you think spending $90 to store music is worth your money, then that is fine. some people may, some people may not. i just don't think the quality difference, if you can even detect it, is worth it.
I'm confused... I thought FLAC's are lossless, which would mean they are exactly the same as .wav files, no?
Flac is compressed. He's just differentiating between what's on the CD and what dan said.
You should be able to convert between flac and wav with no loss of quality (in theory). Wav is uncompressed and is what CDs use. A lot of programs now probably offer to rip directly into FLAC or MP3.
However some audiophiles "hear" a difference between flac and wav of the same bit depth and rate. (Just converted between the two)
All I know is that flac > mp3 in my experience. 320kbps mp3 is not enough.
Some people claim to be able to hear a difference but FLAC and WAV produce mathematically identical audio streams. FLAC uses a lossless compression method which means it uncompresses into an exact copy of the original PCM audio stream (similar to ZIP compression). It's just another example of audio placebo, like $600 power cables.
I will disagree with the file size because a hard-drive is cheap now. For example I bought a Samsung 850 EVO 250GB for 90$.
Also for some, FLAC is an exact copy of a CD, and 320 is not. For those who like CD, they can be sure they will always have a
a perfect digital backup with FLAC.
that is false. FLAC is not exact copy of a CD. An uncompressed 44.1 kHz .wav file would be an exact copy of CD.
and like i said, if you think spending $90 to store music is worth your money, then that is fine. some people may, some people may not. i just don't think the quality difference, if you can even detect it, is worth it.
I'm confused... I thought FLAC's are lossless, which would mean they are exactly the same as .wav files, no?
Flac is compressed. He's just differentiating between what's on the CD and what dan said.
You should be able to convert between flac and wav with no loss of quality (in theory). Wav is uncompressed and is what CDs use. A lot of programs now probably offer to rip directly into FLAC or MP3.
However some audiophiles "hear" a difference between flac and wav of the same bit depth and rate. (Just converted between the two)
All I know is that flac > mp3 in my experience. 320kbps mp3 is not enough.
Some people claim to be able to hear a difference but FLAC and WAV produce mathematically identical audio streams. FLAC uses a lossless compression method which means it uncompresses into an exact copy of the original PCM audio stream (similar to ZIP compression). It's just another example of audio placebo, like $600 power cables.
The only time I remember reading about it, the guy was claiming he could hear some noise from the decompression of flac.
That's why I put hear in quotations since I highly doubt that, and if he is, it's placebo based on knowing that one is wav and one isnt.
There's no doubt head-fiers go a little overboard with defending their purchases. And, if FLACs are indeed "lossless", then I doubt there is any audible differences versus .wavs as well. I also laugh when people talk about "burning in" their solid-state amps.
BUT... I was at a recent head-fi meet, where Kimber Kable was there, and had a couple of Sony Z7's, one outfitted with stock cables, one outfitted with their Kimber Kables, and I definitely heard a difference. I could A/B them (although I didn't do it blindly) with ease, since I could just switch around the headphones, and it's definitely made me a believer in cables.
Also, if you go to this thread in Super Audio Best Friends (this is NOT head-fi): http://www.superbestaudiofriends.org/index.php?threads/measurements-mid-fi-dac-amp-comb-units-grace-schiit-ifi-lh-jds-etc.427/ (http://www.superbestaudiofriends.org/index.php?threads/measurements-mid-fi-dac-amp-comb-units-grace-schiit-ifi-lh-jds-etc.427/), the author ran into some issues with noise on one of the amp/DACs he was reviewing, and switching the USB cable made a difference. And it was a -measurable- difference.
I believe in analog cable material differences (silver vs copper) as there's attenuation differences, but digital is digital, doesnt matter what its made out of. A bad cable is a bad cable, but with digital, as long as the data gets from point a to b...
I suppose an unshielded cable could produce some noise downstream, but the cable would have to be particularly cheap.
Anyways!
I'm still deciding on a portable DAC/Amp. Just something to keep in my bag with low output impedence, as my Shures are only 9 ohm.
Yea, I mean... I'm not going to assume all cables in the world are different. I'm sure there are a lot of bogus stuff out there (like the Audioquest cables that cost thousands of dollars), but I'm definitely a believer in Kimber Kables (I'm assuming those are analog cables?), at least.
As far as portable DAC/amp goes... what's your budget? The Chord Mojo seems to be a hit, but I myself purchased the Massdrop Grace m9xx exclusive. I haven't had a chance to check it out yet, but a lot of people seem to really like it.
Yea, that was a mistake. I meant Chord Mojo.
He did say "portable DAC/amp", not necessarily "DAP". :thumb:
That's why I said I assumed he meant a DAP :P
Most DAPs can function like a portable DAC / AMP like the AK and Fiio units, both of which accept USB in and the AK accepts coax(?).
"The mojo might be better for absolute quality but you're stuck having a source for it unless you're just looking something to bring around and use with different computers."That's why I said I assumed he meant a DAP :P
Most DAPs can function like a portable DAC / AMP like the AK and Fiio units, both of which accept USB in and the AK accepts coax(?).
??? What is wrong with you? You assuming he meant "DAP" is merely your assumption. You're acting as if you're speaking for the guy and invalidating other people's suggestions.
And yes, I'm fully aware DAP's can function as a portable DAC/amp. That doesn't deny the fact that some standalone DAC/amps (like the Mojo, which is very clearly and obviously marketed for portable use) can be used in portable solutions.
Where are you quoting from? What does "stuck having a source for it" mean? You can connect the Mojo to smartphones and DAPs.
Do you even know what the Mojo is? http://www.head-fi.org/t/784602/chord-mojo-the-official-thread-read-the-first-post-for-updated-info (http://www.head-fi.org/t/784602/chord-mojo-the-official-thread-read-the-first-post-for-updated-info) It's tiny.
The way you're writing makes it seem like you're attacking me.
I stated both sides and why I chose to suggest a DAP vs a portable DAC / amp.
Connecting to a smartphone isn't the same as having a standalone device.
Smartphones tend to be a lot more limited in storage. Battery life is shorter. If you're pocketing the smartphone + mojo in one pocket it's bulky.
QuoteThe way you're writing makes it seem like you're attacking me.
I'm sorry you see it that way, but the way I see it is you're hounding me about my suggestions for a standalone DAC/amp. You've been responding to me about my suggestions.QuoteI stated both sides and why I chose to suggest a DAP vs a portable DAC / amp.
Connecting to a smartphone isn't the same as having a standalone device.
Smartphones tend to be a lot more limited in storage. Battery life is shorter. If you're pocketing the smartphone + mojo in one pocket it's bulky.
Ok... so whether you prefer a DAP over a DAP/smartphone + portable DAC/amp is completely a matter of subjective opinion. But I have no idea why you keep talking to me about it.
One of my friends believes in cable burn in
At a meet he brought his hd800 with new cables, I forgot the brand, and plugged it into the bryston amp from someone else and it sounded awful (bryston Amps are super bright). He blamed it on cable burn in since the cable was too new. :eek:
Certain USB cables if poorly made can have issues. Or sometimes there's something built into the USB cables like apple or astell and Kern (you can't use a non-AK USB cable with your device. I still don't know what happened to my stolen AK). I can believe a USB cable swap can do something but only from bad to good, not good to "better".
Whether cables make a difference is up to you, I heard nothing different with my Q Cable on the Audeze LCD2.
If cables make that much of a difference to me I'll buy a stax with the money I'd spend on cables
^-^
One of my friends believes in cable burn in
At a meet he brought his hd800 with new cables, I forgot the brand, and plugged it into the bryston amp from someone else and it sounded awful (bryston Amps are super bright). He blamed it on cable burn in since the cable was too new. :eek:
Certain USB cables if poorly made can have issues. Or sometimes there's something built into the USB cables like apple or astell and Kern (you can't use a non-AK USB cable with your device. I still don't know what happened to my stolen AK). I can believe a USB cable swap can do something but only from bad to good, not good to "better".
Whether cables make a difference is up to you, I heard nothing different with my Q Cable on the Audeze LCD2.
If cables make that much of a difference to me I'll buy a stax with the money I'd spend on cables
^-^
USB cables, although digital, are still cables and can pick up RF interference that will introduce noise into the circuit. Using a USB cable with ferrite beads would make an audible difference in that case.
I have a Moon Audio Black Dragon cable for my HD800. There is an audible difference in the sound, though it is small. If I could do it again, I probably would not purchase that particular cable and instead go with a decent quality (but less expensive) copper cable.
I also have a Moon Audio Silver Dragon cable for my HE-500 and I don't hear any audible difference in sound compared to the stock cable other than reduced microphonics from the cable itself.
One of my friends believes in cable burn in
At a meet he brought his hd800 with new cables, I forgot the brand, and plugged it into the bryston amp from someone else and it sounded awful (bryston Amps are super bright). He blamed it on cable burn in since the cable was too new. :eek:
Certain USB cables if poorly made can have issues. Or sometimes there's something built into the USB cables like apple or astell and Kern (you can't use a non-AK USB cable with your device. I still don't know what happened to my stolen AK). I can believe a USB cable swap can do something but only from bad to good, not good to "better".
Whether cables make a difference is up to you, I heard nothing different with my Q Cable on the Audeze LCD2.
If cables make that much of a difference to me I'll buy a stax with the money I'd spend on cables
^-^
USB cables, although digital, are still cables and can pick up RF interference that will introduce noise into the circuit. Using a USB cable with ferrite beads would make an audible difference in that case.
I have a Moon Audio Black Dragon cable for my HD800. There is an audible difference in the sound, though it is small. If I could do it again, I probably would not purchase that particular cable and instead go with a decent quality (but less expensive) copper cable.
I also have a Moon Audio Silver Dragon cable for my HE-500 and I don't hear any audible difference in sound compared to the stock cable other than reduced microphonics from the cable itself.
I'd much rather change cable for comfort than the possibility of better sound quality. At the prices of some of these premium cables I could get much better headphones in the first place.
The Q cable was definitely more comfortable than the stock cables (*cough* keystone pipelines*cough*)
Subjective opinion. Nice. Never knew opinions could be subjective.
Referring to headphone cables, anyone try a coiled headphone headphone cable?
I like how they remove extra cable slack.
I believe in analog cable material differences (silver vs copper) as there's attenuation differences, but digital is digital, doesnt matter what its made out of. A bad cable is a bad cable, but with digital, as long as the data gets from point a to b...
Can someone reccomend a good headphone under 200$ i have tried grado sr80e and i dont really like i think because of the treble
somone said that the m50x are overrated that i should be off getting ath m40xCan someone reccomend a good headphone under 200$ i have tried grado sr80e and i dont really like i think because of the treble
Well for whatever reason, you don't like them so don't force it.
I like the AKG K551 but the bass isn't that great on it and the treble is still sharp with crappy sources.
The audio technica m50x shouldn't be sharp or peaky in the treble (at least not as much as grado)
Or, y'know, senns are kinda dark.
somone said that the m50x are overrated that i should be off getting ath m40xCan someone reccomend a good headphone under 200$ i have tried grado sr80e and i dont really like i think because of the treble
Well for whatever reason, you don't like them so don't force it.
I like the AKG K551 but the bass isn't that great on it and the treble is still sharp with crappy sources.
The audio technica m50x shouldn't be sharp or peaky in the treble (at least not as much as grado)
I need headphone therapy. :'( With HE400I on sale for $299 this week, and noble having a 20% sale this friday, I am having a hard time keeping my wallet whole.
I need headphone therapy. :'( With HE400I on sale for $299 this week, and noble having a 20% sale this friday, I am having a hard time keeping my wallet whole.
I need headphone therapy. :'( With HE400I on sale for $299 this week, and noble having a 20% sale this friday, I am having a hard time keeping my wallet whole.
You can always give me all your money and not have to worry about spending it on headphones
I need headphone therapy. :'( With HE400I on sale for $299 this week, and noble having a 20% sale this friday, I am having a hard time keeping my wallet whole.
You can always give me all your money and not have to worry about spending it on headphones
Then my wallet won't be whole AND I won't have nice headphones. :( :'(
Can someone reccomend a good headphone under 200$ i have tried grado sr80e and i dont really like i think because of the treble
I need headphone therapy. :'( With HE400I on sale for $299 this week, and noble having a 20% sale this friday, I am having a hard time keeping my wallet whole.
The Fostex AH-X00 are up on Massdrop, I got myself a pair. Only 1950 units and over half have been taken up so far.
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/fostex-x-massdrop-th-x00 (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/fostex-x-massdrop-th-x00)
The Fostex AH-X00 are up on Massdrop, I got myself a pair. Only 1950 units and over half have been taken up so far.
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/fostex-x-massdrop-th-x00 (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/fostex-x-massdrop-th-x00)
I want one so bad T.T
The Fostex AH-X00 are up on Massdrop, I got myself a pair. Only 1950 units and over half have been taken up so far.
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/fostex-x-massdrop-th-x00 (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/fostex-x-massdrop-th-x00)
I want one so bad T.T
Sigh. Decided to get them too.
The Fostex AH-X00 are up on Massdrop, I got myself a pair. Only 1950 units and over half have been taken up so far.
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/fostex-x-massdrop-th-x00 (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/fostex-x-massdrop-th-x00)
The Fostex AH-X00 are up on Massdrop, I got myself a pair. Only 1950 units and over half have been taken up so far.
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/fostex-x-massdrop-th-x00 (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/fostex-x-massdrop-th-x00)
I want one so bad T.T
Sigh. Decided to get them too.
STAHP. GIVE ME TIME TO SELL MY TOPRE
The Fostex AH-X00 are up on Massdrop, I got myself a pair. Only 1950 units and over half have been taken up so far.
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/fostex-x-massdrop-th-x00 (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/fostex-x-massdrop-th-x00)
I want one so bad T.T
Sigh. Decided to get them too.
STAHP. GIVE ME TIME TO SELL MY TOPRE
Only 142 left, going to make it? :O
its closed back right? NVX XPT100 or HD 598 or AKG or ATH-AD series?somone said that the m50x are overrated that i should be off getting ath m40xCan someone reccomend a good headphone under 200$ i have tried grado sr80e and i dont really like i think because of the treble
Well for whatever reason, you don't like them so don't force it.
I like the AKG K551 but the bass isn't that great on it and the treble is still sharp with crappy sources.
The audio technica m50x shouldn't be sharp or peaky in the treble (at least not as much as grado)
http://www.amazon.com/NVX-Over-Ear-Headphones-ComfortMax-Cushions/dp/B0093PVTPS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1448380441&sr=8-1&keywords=nvx+xpt100
or these ^ they're amazing cans for sub $200
its closed back right? NVX XPT100 or HD 598 or AKG or ATH-AD series?somone said that the m50x are overrated that i should be off getting ath m40xCan someone reccomend a good headphone under 200$ i have tried grado sr80e and i dont really like i think because of the treble
Well for whatever reason, you don't like them so don't force it.
I like the AKG K551 but the bass isn't that great on it and the treble is still sharp with crappy sources.
The audio technica m50x shouldn't be sharp or peaky in the treble (at least not as much as grado)
http://www.amazon.com/NVX-Over-Ear-Headphones-ComfortMax-Cushions/dp/B0093PVTPS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1448380441&sr=8-1&keywords=nvx+xpt100
or these ^ they're amazing cans for sub $200
I've asked around and I know a Fiio E10k will suffice for the TH-X00's.
How do the Fiio amps in the $150 range compare to the Audioengine D1 dac/amp? I would be willing to spend a little more for a decent desktop/speaker amp in case I want to pair it up with future purchases.
I guess my point is, I don't want just what's best for the TH-X00's but rather something that would be great further down the line as well, should I choose to purchase some higher end cans or speakers.
I've asked around and I know a Fiio E10k will suffice for the TH-X00's.
How do the Fiio amps in the $150 range compare to the Audioengine D1 dac/amp? I would be willing to spend a little more for a decent desktop/speaker amp in case I want to pair it up with future purchases.
I guess my point is, I don't want just what's best for the TH-X00's but rather something that would be great further down the line as well, should I choose to purchase some higher end cans or speakers.
FiiO's amp based on the TI6120A aren't that bad... but if you ever try something higher grade you'll lust for more.
Honestly, given the reviews of the Oppo HA-2, I would probably start with that. Or a Schiit stack.
I just don't like FiiO's tendency to stick with TI solid state stuff.
I've replaced my E17 + E09K stack with a Uberfrost and Magni. Pairs quite well on the T90 and DT880. I use a creative E5 exclusively on the SE846's which is being replaced by the Oppo HA-2.
I'll give the TH-X00 when it comes in a try on all of them and let you know how I feel about how they pair on my setups?
TH-X00 HYPE ;DYep, much like the Chord Mojo hype train that has been making its round.
Take a look at the Sennheiser HD598. I think they just came out with an all black version, too.It looks great, should sound great as well......I had the HD555 with the foam mod to sound like the HD595 (the HD595 sounds quite similar to the HD598 I believe). One thing to be aware of though, many have complained that the Sennheiser authentication failed on many of these HD598 SE's, while some suspect that the cans are fake (not likely since the HD598 SE was launched about a month back) others have suggested that the suthentication failed because Sennheiser had not had the time to update their database on their website.....just thought I'd put this out here fyi.
Got the Fiio X7
HYPE
You're boosting the bass on the se846's? Crazy guy
I find the 846's sound great straight out of the source.
You're boosting the bass on the se846's? Crazy guy
I find the 846's sound great straight out of the source.
QFE
Its why I haven't replaced my WA6 yet. My HD650/WA6 combo was fantastic, but the 846s sound good without a stack in between. Which is why I've been having a hard time figuring what I do want. If I'm going to be spending the money, I want it to really bring out with the 846s are capable of.
Something I have always wondered: how does the HD598 stack up the HD600 for classical music? I have a 598 and a 650, but have always wondered about the 600s. I figure there is no point for me to get the 600s if the 598s are good enough for classical, as that is the only genre I feel the 650s fall a bit short on.
Something I have always wondered: how does the HD598 stack up the HD600 for classical music? I have a 598 and a 650, but have always wondered about the 600s. I figure there is no point for me to get the 600s if the 598s are good enough for classical, as that is the only genre I feel the 650s fall a bit short on.
I thought the 600 was almost identical to the 598 in sound quality?
Only ever heard the 598 and 650 myself, neither of which were terribly impressive but maybe the sennheiser reps just picked really ****ty dac and amp combos for them
Something I have always wondered: how does the HD598 stack up the HD600 for classical music? I have a 598 and a 650, but have always wondered about the 600s. I figure there is no point for me to get the 600s if the 598s are good enough for classical, as that is the only genre I feel the 650s fall a bit short on.
I thought the 600 was almost identical to the 598 in sound quality?
Only ever heard the 598 and 650 myself, neither of which were terribly impressive but maybe the sennheiser reps just picked really ****ty dac and amp combos for them
I'm not sure how the HD600's sound with classical music. However, jazz sounds incredible (Miles Davis vynil flac from archive.org). Using lyr with stock tubes and modi 2 :thumb: :thumb:
I thought the 600 was almost identical to the 598 in sound quality?
Only ever heard the 598 and 650 myself, neither of which were terribly impressive but maybe the sennheiser reps just picked really ****ty dac and amp combos for them
I thought the 600 was almost identical to the 598 in sound quality?
Only ever heard the 598 and 650 myself, neither of which were terribly impressive but maybe the sennheiser reps just picked really ****ty dac and amp combos for them
I tend to believe that as well, but head-fi and reddit would have you believe otherwise.
the senn HD6xx line was never meant to be "impressive", so I know what you mean. It's just a clean, smooth, relaxing sound.
You're boosting the bass on the se846's? Crazy guy
I find the 846's sound great straight out of the source.
Preview of my incoming amp :3
I thought the 600 was almost identical to the 598 in sound quality?
Only ever heard the 598 and 650 myself, neither of which were terribly impressive but maybe the sennheiser reps just picked really ****ty dac and amp combos for them
I tend to believe that as well, but head-fi and reddit would have you believe otherwise.
the senn HD6xx line was never meant to be "impressive", so I know what you mean. It's just a clean, smooth, relaxing sound.
That's not true at all. The 6XX line was meant to be reference studio headphones. It became what you described due to driver/enclosure limitations. The HD600s were the TOTL reference headphones since the 1990s until advancements in technology got greater response, sensitivity, and lower distortion in smaller drivers.
I thought the 600 was almost identical to the 598 in sound quality?
Only ever heard the 598 and 650 myself, neither of which were terribly impressive but maybe the sennheiser reps just picked really ****ty dac and amp combos for them
I tend to believe that as well, but head-fi and reddit would have you believe otherwise.
the senn HD6xx line was never meant to be "impressive", so I know what you mean. It's just a clean, smooth, relaxing sound.
That's not true at all. The 6XX line was meant to be reference studio headphones. It became what you described due to driver/enclosure limitations. The HD600s were the TOTL reference headphones since the 1990s until advancements in technology got greater response, sensitivity, and lower distortion in smaller drivers.
I'm not quite sure what you are claiming to not be true, nor do I see how "reference studio headphones" is mutually exclusive to "clean, smooth, relaxing" sound.
I could use some input on my setup... I've had the Audio Technica ATH-M50 for a few years now, and I love them.
But close to a year ago I bought the AKG Q701 and a MonoPrice DAC / AMP (http://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=11567) on Massdrop. My problem is that I keep going back to the M50s. I find the Q701 lacking in both comfort and sound, but I'm starting to wonder if the problem is my dac/amp. Should I just accept that the AKGs aren't for me, or should I try with a different dac/amp?
You're right. I'll definitely check those out. I was looking for something with a bit more bass, so they might fit me perfectly. Thanks :)I could use some input on my setup... I've had the Audio Technica ATH-M50 for a few years now, and I love them.
But close to a year ago I bought the AKG Q701 and a MonoPrice DAC / AMP (http://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=11567) on Massdrop. My problem is that I keep going back to the M50s. I find the Q701 lacking in both comfort and sound, but I'm starting to wonder if the problem is my dac/amp. Should I just accept that the AKGs aren't for me, or should I try with a different dac/amp?
Don't force yourself to like a pair of headphones. I tried that with the Beyer T5p.
Q701 are very dry and bright. If it's not for you, it's not for you.
M50s are definitely not nearly as bright and if anything should be more neutral.
Try the NAD HP50 for something more fun and bass heavy. You should be able to get it used with the money from selling / returning the Q701
I think he was referring to your "The HD6xx line was never meant to be "impressive"" comment. There definitely was not as many expensive headphones in the 90's as today, and the HD-600 was considered one of the best during its time. It was either the HD-600, or the $700 Grado RS-1's. And during its time... the HD-600 was quite revolutionary and "impressive" when it came to treble detail.
I need a suggestion for over the ear headphones.
Been using this DITA in-ears for a while now, but mostly when I travel: http://www.ditaaudio.com/index.php/products/answer-truth-edition.html
I have since bought the Steelseries H wireless (which I thought I'm gonna use for gaming), but I don't game anymore now and also the Bose Soundlink wireless. They're good but compared to the DITAs they lack that oomph.
HE560?
Can anyone recommend like under $100 headphones that will be comfortable and the best quality for the price? I know that's kind of a tall order, but I don't know much about this stuff.
Can anyone recommend like under $100 headphones that will be comfortable and the best quality for the price? I know that's kind of a tall order, but I don't know much about this stuff.
Brother i need some recommendation on open back headphone. My choice is between ath ad900x, Akg q701 and the senheiser 598 what is better? And are there anything that is better than my choice?
Brother i need some recommendation on open back headphone. My choice is between ath ad900x, Akg q701 and the senheiser 598 what is better? And are there anything that is better than my choice?
Well this can cost 150+Brother i need some recommendation on open back headphone. My choice is between ath ad900x, Akg q701 and the senheiser 598 what is better? And are there anything that is better than my choice?
You might want to stay away from open cans at that the $100 and below.
Well this can cost 150+Brother i need some recommendation on open back headphone. My choice is between ath ad900x, Akg q701 and the senheiser 598 what is better? And are there anything that is better than my choice?
You might want to stay away from open cans at that the $100 and below.
If it's strictly under $100 then there are a few choices. I think rebrands of the Fischer Audio FA-003 (?) Such as the brainwavs HM5.
Otherwise the M50x are always a classic that are good for the price range.
Can anyone recommend like under $100 headphones that will be comfortable and the best quality for the price? I know that's kind of a tall order, but I don't know much about this stuff.
http://www.amazon.com/NVX-Over-Ear-Headphones-ComfortMax-Cushions/dp/B0093PVTPS
thx for the reply man i think the hifiman 400 is better. i never use headphone in public :pWell this can cost 150+Brother i need some recommendation on open back headphone. My choice is between ath ad900x, Akg q701 and the senheiser 598 what is better? And are there anything that is better than my choice?
You might want to stay away from open cans at that the $100 and below.
My preferences push me toward faster drivers. HiFiMan's 400i is a great headphone unless you want to want to take it out in public. You'd look like a Franken-kid.
Honestly you should be looking at the AKG 7XX from massdrop if you need to stay with dynamic drivers. It's a gem on all accounts in the budget open cans.
I personally like the W5000 from audio technica a lot. A decent condition pair on the used market doesn't sell for that much and sounds nice.Yep, totally agree about the personal preference part. I had the ATH-W5000 and I find myself totally disliking its signature sound.....much like the much hyped Beyerdynamic DT-1350 which I'd disliked equally. Had both but have since sold them away.... :-[ Meanwhile, totally loved my Denons (both AH-D7000 and AH-D2000).
Of course, this is preference based.
Well i could get the fidelio under 170 dollarI personally like the W5000 from audio technica a lot. A decent condition pair on the used market doesn't sell for that much and sounds nice.Yep, totally agree about the personal preference part. I had the ATH-W5000 and I find myself totally disliking its signature sound.....much like the much hyped Beyerdynamic DT-1350 which I'd disliked equally. Had both but have since sold them away.... :-[ Meanwhile, totally loved my Denons (both AH-D7000 and AH-D2000).
Of course, this is preference based.
@bocahgundul, IF you can find a used Fidelio X2 for somewhat more than what you'd budgeted, or a Denon AH-D2000, snag either one! I don't know what the going rate is for either one (used), but they'd be well worth the money. Oh yeah, the AKG K7XX is very good as well.....no experience with the K7XX but the general consensus is they're worth the money.
Any one get the massdrop TH-x00's? wondering how they are compared to the 600 and 900 ^^
Any one get the massdrop TH-x00's? wondering how they are compared to the 600 and 900 ^^
Mine are out for delivery. I haven't listened to the 600 or 900 though. But, others should be getting their's today and tomorrow I expect.
Lend them to me for a week? =PAny one get the massdrop TH-x00's? wondering how they are compared to the 600 and 900 ^^
Mine are out for delivery. I haven't listened to the 600 or 900 though. But, others should be getting their's today and tomorrow I expect.
Same. But I'm in Canada so I'll probably be getting them later than most.
Lend them to me for a week? =PAny one get the massdrop TH-x00's? wondering how they are compared to the 600 and 900 ^^
Mine are out for delivery. I haven't listened to the 600 or 900 though. But, others should be getting their's today and tomorrow I expect.
Same. But I'm in Canada so I'll probably be getting them later than most.
Yeah, where you at? I wanna compare to my 600's :D
Guess we're meeting up at gl1tch's place since he's in the middle.
Guess we're meeting up at gl1tch's place since he's in the middle.
Sounds good. Then you guys can talk about it's "sound signature" with extremely colourful language that will make me feel like I'm taking a wine tasting class all over again.
Cause these are my first real headphones and I need an Audiophile 101 crash course...
I might by one on the used market before then =P
But HMU when you're in Montreal and I'll try and plan the keyboard meet for that time too.
I might by one on the used market before then =P
But HMU when you're in Montreal and I'll try and plan the keyboard meet for that time too.
I see some people on MD are already pawning theirs off :P
And I definitely will! Didn't know Canadian keyboard meetups existed! Do we just sit around and complain about shipping price & time/duty/taxes/conversion rate? :))
I might by one on the used market before then =P
But HMU when you're in Montreal and I'll try and plan the keyboard meet for that time too.
I see some people on MD are already pawning theirs off :P
And I definitely will! Didn't know Canadian keyboard meetups existed! Do we just sit around and complain about shipping price & time/duty/taxes/conversion rate? :))
Geekhack HeadFi meetup?
I'm in CA, if anyone wants to meet here too.
Geekhack HeadFi meetup?
I'm in CA, if anyone wants to meet here too.
You're welcome to take a plane here!
Geekhack HeadFi meetup?
I'm in CA, if anyone wants to meet here too.
You're welcome to take a plane here!
Maybe.. I won't feel safe bringing all my audio equipment up on a plane, as I'd want to hand carry them.
TSA: "You mean these headphone looking thingys are not bombs????"
Bro does fidelio x2 needs amp? Cause i'm planning to get this cans
You fulla schiit mann nice amp :pBro does fidelio x2 needs amp? Cause i'm planning to get this cans
I have a pair of x2s in the mail too :) I have heard that they don't need an amp, however I am sure it can't hurt, and might help a bit. I have a schitt fulla and aune t1 that I am plannign to test them out with. Hoping to eventually sell the aune though, because i am not a huge fan of it.
They actually didn't seem to mind any of my electronics...
I brought a camera, headphones, DAP, tablet, etc. Into the cabin. No comment from security.
Bro does fidelio x2 needs amp? Cause i'm planning to get this cans
What about the dt880 250 ohm bro? If they're slightly better with good amp than the fidelio x2 without amp than i'm 100% will go with x2. But if dt880 sound way better wiht amp i will think about getting the dt880 even tho my budget are 200$ :'(Bro does fidelio x2 needs amp? Cause i'm planning to get this cans
Because of their low impedance (30 ohms) they are quite easy to drive, and should sound fine straight from your phone or computer. However, like with most other headphones, I do find that they perform better while hooked up to an amp of decent quality.
I can't recommend the X2's enough. For the money, they're an amazing pair of cans. :)
The DT880's and the X2's are indeed two very different sounding headphones. It's hard to compare and ultimately comes down to preference. The DT880's are brighter and more neutral sounding, where the X2's have more of a 'fun' sound (slight boost in the treble- and bass area). Both are excellent headphones though, but I would personally favor the X2's.thank you now i will order the fidelio
thank you now i will order the fidelio
Just got my TH-X00's today, haven't listened to them enough to give an opinion yet but so far I'm loving them. :D
Turns out my fidelio x2s got shipped the slowest possible method. :( Two weeks to travel from Toronto to BC. :'(
Turns out my fidelio x2s got shipped the slowest possible method. :( Two weeks to travel from Toronto to BC. :'(
I didn't think the sled-dogs were out yet. :eek:
Geekhack HeadFi meetup?
I'm in CA, if anyone wants to meet here too.
Just got my TH-X00's today, haven't listened to them enough to give an opinion yet but so far I'm loving them. :D
I'm really digging mine. The harshness I experienced the first night is gone - likely I'm used to the signature now. Listened to them for several hours at work today, not fatiguing at all.
Well this can cost 150+Brother i need some recommendation on open back headphone. My choice is between ath ad900x, Akg q701 and the senheiser 598 what is better? And are there anything that is better than my choice?
You might want to stay away from open cans at that the $100 and below.
My preferences push me toward faster drivers. HiFiMan's 400i is a great headphone unless you want to want to take it out in public. You'd look like a Franken-kid.
Honestly you should be looking at the AKG 7XX from massdrop if you need to stay with dynamic drivers. It's a gem on all accounts in the budget open cans.
These fidelio x2 are so goooooooooood matee
These fidelio x2 are so goooooooooood mateeGlas to hear you're enjoying that badboy! :thumb: I have the X1, it sounds a tad dark but still enjoyable....the X2's supposed to be an improvement over the much liked X1. Be careful though, this audio hobby can be quite detrimental to the health of your bank account.... :eek:
Ah, those MDR-CD3000's... I had a pair, and I always regretted selling them. Nowadays I make it a point not to be swayed by internet opinions, because I sold them due to their "sibilance", but in retrospect I should have just learned to accept its faults and enjoy its strengths (that's the only way I can maintain sanity in buying anything based on the flood of internet reviews out there, really).
But not a big deal, since I've made it up by buying a pair of TH-900's. 8^)
Ah, those MDR-CD3000's... I had a pair, and I always regretted selling them. Nowadays I make it a point not to be swayed by internet opinions, because I sold them due to their "sibilance", but in retrospect I should have just learned to accept its faults and enjoy its strengths (that's the only way I can maintain sanity in buying anything based on the flood of internet reviews out there, really).
But not a big deal, since I've made it up by buying a pair of TH-900's. 8^)
I definitely understand your remarks about the sibilance and what not. On both of the Sony cans I have, the treble is very pronounced at times, but a little dampening foam between the driver and cloth cover helped that a lot! The seal of the leather conversely made the treble worse while also making the bass a lot nicer. It kind of evened out. I tried some acoustic mods to play with its sound profile some, but the foam was all I was ever happy with.
It's crazy how much even beat up CD3000s are selling for these days. People seem to have a soft spot for the old Sony headphones. :)
The ony SA5000 was seriously impressive in the treble region but the sennheisers were definitely better overall!
Ooooh, Fostex TH-900s? Yeah, those are REALLY pretty and look like they'd be an excellent pair to jump to after using the CD3ks for so long, much in the way I feel Sennheiser HD800s would be a good candidate to replace my Sony MDR-SA5000s.
so, without hitting the 1k mark.. what is there after my th600?
i love these. i can't believe i was thinking of getting rid of them after i got my speakers. they're so damn comfortable i could wear them for 10+ hrs (and have) and not get a headache.
It's crazy how much even beat up CD3000s are selling for these days. People seem to have a soft spot for the old Sony headphones. :)
Ooooh, Fostex TH-900s? Yeah, those are REALLY pretty and look like they'd be an excellent pair to jump to after using the CD3ks for so long, much in the way I feel Sennheiser HD800s would be a good candidate to replace my Sony MDR-SA5000s.
so, without hitting the 1k mark.. what is there after my th600?
i love these. i can't believe i was thinking of getting rid of them after i got my speakers. they're so damn comfortable i could wear them for 10+ hrs (and have) and not get a headache.
Hey there friends, I hope to find some help in search of new headphones for me.
I used the Bose AE from way back (2009/2010) and they served me well until now where they broke completely. It would be best to buy new ones rather repair them as it seems like the cost would be the same.
I'm more of a neutral guy, I listen to a lot of different genres of music so an overall headphone would be best I guess. Correct me if I'm wrong. I mostly listen to music while I'm outside going to work, university, sports etc. So I guess they need to be quite durable and easy to put away if I don't need them anymore. I prefer on-ear headphones than around-ear or in-ears and if they have a build-in microfon will be a plus!
My price range would be 150€ tops. But I'm not totally against a headphone that is a bit above my pricetag if it's worth it.
As I only knew Bose headphones I looked some of the newer models up and I think the Bose SoundLink Bluetooth could be nice as when I'm doing sports the cable doesn't get in my way and other than that I can use the cable or so I thought.
Any suggestions or other infos you guys may need? I'm quite lost at this :rolleyes:
Will definitely look them up, I faintly heard about Audio Technica headphones. :thumb:Consider the Sennheiser Momentum. There is an on-ear version and two over-ear versions, one wireless and one normal. The on-ear version is cheaper and shouldn't be too much above your price range especially when on sale. Sennheiser also makes the Urbanite which is also an on-ear model. I haven't heard it personally but apparently it sounds even better than the on-ear Momentum.
The thing for me is, I just don't know much about different other brands other than Bose or Sennheiser or some gaming brands (razer etc.). So I'm hoping to get more suggestions so I can make up my mind than go with another Bose headphones that are quite expensive for me at this point.
The thing for me is, I just don't know much about different other brands other than Bose or Sennheiser or some gaming brands (razer etc.). So I'm hoping to get more suggestions so I can make up my mind than go with another Bose headphones that are quite expensive for me at this point.
^ Yes, I thought about the Momentums, too, but I wasn't sure how expensive they were. If you can find them for under $150, definitely pick them up. Sennheiser's "house" sound is my favorite house sound so far (I've tried Fostex, Sony, AKG, Grado, and Sennheiser up to this point).QuoteThe thing for me is, I just don't know much about different other brands other than Bose or Sennheiser or some gaming brands (razer etc.). So I'm hoping to get more suggestions so I can make up my mind than go with another Bose headphones that are quite expensive for me at this point.
Yea, it's a good thing you asked. It's always good to get info before putting your money on the line. And yea, Bose tends to be overpriced for the sound quality you get, and I wouldn't trust any of those gaming brands for good audio, either.
MoreWill definitely look them up, I faintly heard about Audio Technica headphones. :thumb:
The thing for me is, I just don't know much about different other brands other than Bose or Sennheiser or some gaming brands (razer etc.). So I'm hoping to get more suggestions so I can make up my mind than go with another Bose headphones that are quite expensive for me at this point.
Consider the Sennheiser Momentum. There is an on-ear version and two over-ear versions, one wireless and one normal. The on-ear version is cheaper and shouldn't be too much above your price range especially when on sale. Sennheiser also makes the Urbanite which is also an on-ear model. I haven't heard it personally but apparently it sounds even better than the on-ear Momentum.
Philips also makes some very good headphones for the price.
Bose is the undisputed king of noise cancellation, but their non-noise canceling headphones (and speakers) are overpriced for the audio quality you get.
Hey there friends, I hope to find some help in search of new headphones for me.
I used the Bose AE from way back (2009/2010) and they served me well until now where they broke completely. It would be best to buy new ones rather repair them as it seems like the cost would be the same.
I'm more of a neutral guy, I listen to a lot of different genres of music so an overall headphone would be best I guess. Correct me if I'm wrong. I mostly listen to music while I'm outside going to work, university, sports etc. So I guess they need to be quite durable and easy to put away if I don't need them anymore. I prefer on-ear headphones than around-ear or in-ears and if they have a build-in microfon will be a plus!
My price range would be 150€ tops. But I'm not totally against a headphone that is a bit above my pricetag if it's worth it.
As I only knew Bose headphones I looked some of the newer models up and I think the Bose SoundLink Bluetooth could be nice as when I'm doing sports the cable doesn't get in my way and other than that I can use the cable or so I thought.
Any suggestions or other infos you guys may need? I'm quite lost at this :rolleyes:
I will try them on beforehand. I've read that they are quite tight so that there is too much pressure on the head when listening for hours with them. Hopefully they are not as tight as I've read. Here in Germany I can get them for around 150€ as well. :)MoreHey there friends, I hope to find some help in search of new headphones for me.
I used the Bose AE from way back (2009/2010) and they served me well until now where they broke completely. It would be best to buy new ones rather repair them as it seems like the cost would be the same.
I'm more of a neutral guy, I listen to a lot of different genres of music so an overall headphone would be best I guess. Correct me if I'm wrong. I mostly listen to music while I'm outside going to work, university, sports etc. So I guess they need to be quite durable and easy to put away if I don't need them anymore. I prefer on-ear headphones than around-ear or in-ears and if they have a build-in microfon will be a plus!
My price range would be 150€ tops. But I'm not totally against a headphone that is a bit above my pricetag if it's worth it.
As I only knew Bose headphones I looked some of the newer models up and I think the Bose SoundLink Bluetooth could be nice as when I'm doing sports the cable doesn't get in my way and other than that I can use the cable or so I thought.
Any suggestions or other infos you guys may need? I'm quite lost at this :rolleyes:
I would take a look at the V-Moda Crossfade M-80 Vocal. It is on-ear, has a built-in mic in the cable, is spectacularly durable and is $150 USD.
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ATH-M50X with Brainwavz velour padsShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/T3awsEe.jpg)
AKG Q701Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/gqrqB9i.jpg)
AKG K7XXShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/rXMZ7Tc.jpg)
Sennheiser HD650
I tend to switch between the HD650s and the K7XX's as the Sennheisers actually hurt my ears (fitment not sound) after a couple of hours.
Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/0iizlPW.jpg)
ATH-M50X with Brainwavz velour padsShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/T3awsEe.jpg)
AKG Q701Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/gqrqB9i.jpg)
AKG K7XXShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/rXMZ7Tc.jpg)
Sennheiser HD650
I tend to switch between the HD650s and the K7XX's as the Sennheisers actually hurt my ears (fitment not sound) after a couple of hours.
Nice collection you got there. You should look into maybe adding a beyer in the mix.
What kind of differences are there between the various Hifiman 400 versions.. there is the 400, the 400i, and the 400sIIRC, the HE400 has great bass presence though some have mentioned the issue with sparkly highs.....and perhaps some sibilance issue. I had the HE400i and quite liked it, even preferred it over the HE500. It seemed to have better bass vi-a-vis the HE500 but sounded quite similar other than that. But, with the Gustard H10 + X12 stack, I found the HE500 to have better resolve, and bass seemed comparable to the HE400i (though I still think the HE400i has a slightly better bass, might be my imagination though). As for the HE400S, like the HE400 which I've only read about), it seemed to be a decent can, but with less bass extension compared to the HE400......I find most preferring the HE400i over the HE400S, though again, sound appreciation/preference is so damn subjective.
My Philips Fidelio x2's broke and when I contacted Philips to find out about the warranty they said they don't have any others in stock so they are refunding me for them.. I liked the x2s, but I'm considering putting a little more money down and getting some HE 400i instead.
My Philips Fidelio x2's broke and when I contacted Philips to find out about the warranty they said they don't have any others in stock so they are refunding me for them.. I liked the x2s, but I'm considering putting a little more money down and getting some HE 400i instead.
That's what I've got coming in the mail at the moment, not sure about the Fiio E10k to drive them though, might be a bit on the low end.
What's everyone using to drive their cans?!
My Philips Fidelio x2's broke and when I contacted Philips to find out about the warranty they said they don't have any others in stock so they are refunding me for them.. I liked the x2s, but I'm considering putting a little more money down and getting some HE 400i instead.
That's what I've got coming in the mail at the moment, not sure about the Fiio E10k to drive them though, might be a bit on the low end.
What's everyone using to drive their cans?!
My Philips Fidelio x2's broke and when I contacted Philips to find out about the warranty they said they don't have any others in stock so they are refunding me for them.. I liked the x2s, but I'm considering putting a little more money down and getting some HE 400i instead.
That's what I've got coming in the mail at the moment, not sure about the Fiio E10k to drive them though, might be a bit on the low end.
What's everyone using to drive their cans?!
I don't have a dac or an amp setup yet
My Philips Fidelio x2's broke and when I contacted Philips to find out about the warranty they said they don't have any others in stock so they are refunding me for them.. I liked the x2s, but I'm considering putting a little more money down and getting some HE 400i instead.
That's what I've got coming in the mail at the moment, not sure about the Fiio E10k to drive them though, might be a bit on the low end.
What's everyone using to drive their cans?!
I don't have a dac or an amp setup yet
If you're looking I have an O2/ODAC available on the cheap.
Also wondering if this headphone would need an amp to shine, because if it does, I'll probably just get the 7506. Those drive really well without one. Otherwise, Amazon.com is selling both for 80 bucks right now.
I currently alternate between a pair of Denon AH-D5000's and a pair of Beyerdynamic T90's, I run both through a CEntrance DACMini CX with the 1ohm mod.
I really enjoy the sound of the T90's through the Dacmini, I used to run them without the amp, and the difference was pretty eye-opening. Truth be told I'm satisfied to a point where I'm not particularly interested in upgrading any time soon.. I wouldn't even know which direction to go from here on outQuoteAlso wondering if this headphone would need an amp to shine, because if it does, I'll probably just get the 7506. Those drive really well without one. Otherwise, Amazon.com is selling both for 80 bucks right now.
Honestly mate I doubt an amp will do much for those cans.
Considering buying my mom the Audiotechnica ATH-M40X instead of the Sony MDR-V6/7506 I was originally planning. Anyone have experience with the two? I keep hearing the M40x is the better headphone, but not sure how well it would hold up to her diet of classic rock and country.
Also wondering if this headphone would need an amp to shine, because if it does, I'll probably just get the 7506. Those drive really well without one. Otherwise, Amazon.com is selling both for 80 bucks right now.
The O2/DAC combo shows up on massdrop about once a month. I use it for all my headphones and love it.
My Philips Fidelio x2's broke and when I contacted Philips to find out about the warranty they said they don't have any others in stock so they are refunding me for them.. I liked the x2s, but I'm considering putting a little more money down and getting some HE 400i instead.
That's what I've got coming in the mail at the moment, not sure about the Fiio E10k to drive them though, might be a bit on the low end.
What's everyone using to drive their cans?!
What's everyone using to drive their cans?!A Woo Audio WA6! It's my pride and joy, also doubles as a zombie weapon.
My Philips Fidelio x2's broke and when I contacted Philips to find out about the warranty they said they don't have any others in stock so they are refunding me for them.. I liked the x2s, but I'm considering putting a little more money down and getting some HE 400i instead.
That's what I've got coming in the mail at the moment, not sure about the Fiio E10k to drive them though, might be a bit on the low end.
What's everyone using to drive their cans?!
A Woo Audio WA6! It's my pride and joy, also doubles as a zombie weapon.
My Philips Fidelio x2's broke and when I contacted Philips to find out about the warranty they said they don't have any others in stock so they are refunding me for them.. I liked the x2s, but I'm considering putting a little more money down and getting some HE 400i instead.
That's what I've got coming in the mail at the moment, not sure about the Fiio E10k to drive them though, might be a bit on the low end.
What's everyone using to drive their cans?!
A Woo Audio WA6! It's my pride and joy, also doubles as a zombie weapon.
Nice! I have the WA7 fireflies for my cans and I love it.
Sometimes I feel like it's a neck gains day, sometimes I don't.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/5qJicme.jpg)
Sometimes I feel like it's a neck gains day, sometimes I don't.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/5qJicme.jpg)
Nice duo. What AMP/DAC you using? That's a nice looking cable but i found the viablue splitter to be too chunky and caught on my desk quite often.
Sometimes I feel like it's a neck gains day, sometimes I don't.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/5qJicme.jpg)
Nice duo. What AMP/DAC you using? That's a nice looking cable but i found the viablue splitter to be too chunky and caught on my desk quite often.
Running from a Gustard X12/H10 stack. I know EXACTLY what you mean regarding the Viablue splitter. I think I might pus some heat shrink around it or something to eat some of the sharpness when it inevitably hits the front of my desk :/
Sometimes I feel like it's a neck gains day, sometimes I don't.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/5qJicme.jpg)
Sometimes I feel like it's a neck gains day, sometimes I don't.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/5qJicme.jpg)
Nice duo. What AMP/DAC you using? That's a nice looking cable but i found the viablue splitter to be too chunky and caught on my desk quite often.
Running from a Gustard X12/H10 stack. I know EXACTLY what you mean regarding the Viablue splitter. I think I might pus some heat shrink around it or something to eat some of the sharpness when it inevitably hits the front of my desk :/
Mmm very nice setup. LCD's always sound nice out of Sabre chips. You going for the trinity and looking into a HD800?
Sometimes I feel like it's a neck gains day, sometimes I don't.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/5qJicme.jpg)
This isn't headphone related but is that monitor the Acer Predator x34? If so, how are you liking it? I've been thinking of grabbing one of those myself. :thumb:
Sometimes I feel like it's a neck gains day, sometimes I don't.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/5qJicme.jpg)
This isn't headphone related but is that monitor the Acer Predator x34? If so, how are you liking it? I've been thinking of grabbing one of those myself. :thumb:
Correct, x34. Liking it lots. Previous monitor was Rog swift so I was a little worried that it could be a big step down from 144hz to 100hz bit I'm finding that it really isn't as big a deal as I thought it would be. Plus ultrawide. Was never a huge on multi monitors personally so this is just about perfect for me.
Sometimes I feel like it's a neck gains day, sometimes I don't.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/5qJicme.jpg)
This isn't headphone related but is that monitor the Acer Predator x34? If so, how are you liking it? I've been thinking of grabbing one of those myself. :thumb:
Correct, x34. Liking it lots. Previous monitor was Rog swift so I was a little worried that it could be a big step down from 144hz to 100hz bit I'm finding that it really isn't as big a deal as I thought it would be. Plus ultrawide. Was never a huge on multi monitors personally so this is just about perfect for me.
Ah thank you very much for the response. I'm debating either the Predator x34 or the LG 34UM95C. The LG isn't curved and does not have g-sync but the price is so much more desirable than what current Predator x34's are going for on amazon. I'm sadly limited to amazon since I received a significant amount of gift cards from Christmas
My Philips Fidelio x2's broke and when I contacted Philips to find out about the warranty they said they don't have any others in stock so they are refunding me for them.. I liked the x2s, but I'm considering putting a little more money down and getting some HE 400i instead.
That's what I've got coming in the mail at the moment, not sure about the Fiio E10k to drive them though, might be a bit on the low end.
What's everyone using to drive their cans?!
A Woo Audio WA6! It's my pride and joy, also doubles as a zombie weapon.
Nice! I have the WA7 fireflies for my cans and I love it.
Do you guys have any solid states to compare it to? Do you feel that the tubes colour the sound much?
Do I really want to drop 950 on noble 5c?
Do I really want to drop 950 on noble 5c?
I know I do. :( Keep in mind that you just missed out on a pretty good black friday sale.
My Philips Fidelio x2's broke and when I contacted Philips to find out about the warranty they said they don't have any others in stock so they are refunding me for them.. I liked the x2s, but I'm considering putting a little more money down and getting some HE 400i instead.
That's what I've got coming in the mail at the moment, not sure about the Fiio E10k to drive them though, might be a bit on the low end.
What's everyone using to drive their cans?!
A Woo Audio WA6! It's my pride and joy, also doubles as a zombie weapon.
Nice! I have the WA7 fireflies for my cans and I love it.
Do you guys have any solid states to compare it to? Do you feel that the tubes colour the sound much?
I don't have a solid state amp to compare it to unfortunately. I'm running a Grado GS1000 on it so I don't think I'm one for the objective camp as is. I like my sound a little bit colored for the most part.
Opinions on the Fidelio X2 if I already own AKG Q701 and Audio Technica ATHM50? I seriously cannot stand the band on the Q701, so I might even sell it.
It's on sale with 33% off at the moment.
I'm using the Monoprice DAC/AMP.
Thanks for the heads up. I think I'll give it a shot.Opinions on the Fidelio X2 if I already own AKG Q701 and Audio Technica ATHM50? I seriously cannot stand the band on the Q701, so I might even sell it.
It's on sale with 33% off at the moment.
I'm using the Monoprice DAC/AMP.
X2's are great for the price but keep in mind they're having a unusually large number of quality control issues at the moment. Things like glue left on the pads, parts not fully screwed down such. The general consensus seems to be that QC faltered with the Phillips division being bought by Gibson.
Sometimes I feel like it's a neck gains day, sometimes I don't.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/5qJicme.jpg)
This isn't headphone related but is that monitor the Acer Predator x34? If so, how are you liking it? I've been thinking of grabbing one of those myself. :thumb:
Correct, x34. Liking it lots. Previous monitor was Rog swift so I was a little worried that it could be a big step down from 144hz to 100hz bit I'm finding that it really isn't as big a deal as I thought it would be. Plus ultrawide. Was never a huge on multi monitors personally so this is just about perfect for me.
Ah thank you very much for the response. I'm debating either the Predator x34 or the LG 34UM95C. The LG isn't curved and does not have g-sync but the price is so much more desirable than what current Predator x34's are going for on amazon. I'm sadly limited to amazon since I received a significant amount of gift cards from Christmas
Hey, no problem. They're both good monitors for different reasons. If you have trouble making up your mind don't hesitate shoot me a note and ask as many questions as you like. The amazon price is moronic right now because it isn't in stock anywhere right now except the "private" sellers. Once they get inventory back in it should likely drop to 1k-1.2k range again.
Sometimes I feel like it's a neck gains day, sometimes I don't.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/5qJicme.jpg)
This isn't headphone related but is that monitor the Acer Predator x34? If so, how are you liking it? I've been thinking of grabbing one of those myself. :thumb:
Correct, x34. Liking it lots. Previous monitor was Rog swift so I was a little worried that it could be a big step down from 144hz to 100hz bit I'm finding that it really isn't as big a deal as I thought it would be. Plus ultrawide. Was never a huge on multi monitors personally so this is just about perfect for me.
Ah thank you very much for the response. I'm debating either the Predator x34 or the LG 34UM95C. The LG isn't curved and does not have g-sync but the price is so much more desirable than what current Predator x34's are going for on amazon. I'm sadly limited to amazon since I received a significant amount of gift cards from Christmas
Hey, no problem. They're both good monitors for different reasons. If you have trouble making up your mind don't hesitate shoot me a note and ask as many questions as you like. The amazon price is moronic right now because it isn't in stock anywhere right now except the "private" sellers. Once they get inventory back in it should likely drop to 1k-1.2k range again.
I would strongly recommend you wait for the Asus PG348Q. I'm fairly certain they delayed it to work out some of the kinks Acer has experienced with the X34 launch, but the competition and availability fo the two should bring some more reasonable pricing.
Personally, I'm happy to have finally got a decent panel in my XB271HU (XB1) after dealing with a poor PG279Q, XB270HU, and FG2421 in the past... I think I'll wait for HDR/OLED stuff now.
HE-400i were $299 on amazon last night, I get to the bank this morning to deposit the money for them and go back home to find them back at $475 :'(
HE-400i were $299 on amazon last night, I get to the bank this morning to deposit the money for them and go back home to find them back at $475 :'(
Ouch! 299 is a pretty stellar deal for 400i's
I'm going to bank tomorrow for big purchase too... woo audio!
I'm going to bank tomorrow for big purchase too... woo audio!
Very nice, which one did you decide on?
I'm going to bank tomorrow for big purchase too... woo audio!
Very nice, which one did you decide on?
ah damn I just realized I phrased this like I was getting something from WA. I meant woo as in like yay :D
getting those new Fostex?
getting those new Fostex?
I want 'em
too lazy to sell th-900, though
getting those new Fostex?
I want 'em
too lazy to sell th-900, though
bruh me too
getting those new Fostex?
I want 'em
too lazy to sell th-900, though
bruh me too
th-600 for you, lil bish
Went with an impulse buy today, I was looking for a replacement/spare cable for my Noble Audio Savant when I stumbled on some Campfire Audio IEM's. Tried the Jupiter and well, I was wowed by the sounds, great clarity, nice bass, forward mids and it has a pretty good soundstage. Had to scratch that itch and now, I'm feel a fair bit poorer....
A pic of the box in which the Jupiter came in....Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/1_zpswknvelzj.jpg)
The leather case with its woolly interior.....and the Campfire Audio Jupiter. It's made from CNC machined aluminium...Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/3_zpsiya1csff.jpg)
The other content of the box, a variety of tips, a cleaning brush and an ALO tinsel cable with a 2.5mm plug....I suppose I'd have to get a 2.5mm to 3.5mm adapter if I want to use it.Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/4_zpsyeonyind.jpg)
A shot of the IEM, love its simple industrial looks........and the sound!Show Image(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/mikeysg/5_zpshq8k5ck5.jpg)
He=400i's came today! I'm so excited, gotta say though I was overall not very impressed with how loosely it all looked chucked together in the box, it almost looks like someone ruffled through it, which is why it took so long to come in the mail the first place, seller sent from China, didn't pass customs and they had to send it again :s
I can see how people talk about QC as well if this is how it comes stock in the box!
Looking forward to pairing it up in an hour or so with the O2/ODAC!
Like this is what it looked like when I opened the lidShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/3gOov9C.jpg)
He=400i's came today! I'm so excited, gotta say though I was overall not very impressed with how loosely it all looked chucked together in the box, it almost looks like someone ruffled through it, which is why it took so long to come in the mail the first place, seller sent from China, didn't pass customs and they had to send it again :s
I can see how people talk about QC as well if this is how it comes stock in the box!
Looking forward to pairing it up in an hour or so with the O2/ODAC!
Like this is what it looked like when I opened the lidShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/3gOov9C.jpg)
All the price gouging on the TH-X00 =(
finally got the CD for Tales of Weaver - Exceed by Vanilla Mood!
Unfortunately the jewel case was cracked on the front =(
Also my kind of new phone bricked.
Then my new phone bricked.
And my new HDD is DOA...
All the price gouging on the TH-X00 =(
finally got the CD for Tales of Weaver - Exceed by Vanilla Mood!
Unfortunately the jewel case was cracked on the front =(
Also my kind of new phone bricked.
Then my new phone bricked.
And my new HDD is DOA...
It sounds like you need technology therapy
Yeah awesome, I am running Windows!He=400i's came today! I'm so excited, gotta say though I was overall not very impressed with how loosely it all looked chucked together in the box, it almost looks like someone ruffled through it, which is why it took so long to come in the mail the first place, seller sent from China, didn't pass customs and they had to send it again :s
I can see how people talk about QC as well if this is how it comes stock in the box!
Looking forward to pairing it up in an hour or so with the O2/ODAC!
Like this is what it looked like when I opened the lidShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/3gOov9C.jpg)
Someone did go through that box.
Anyway I've been waiting for this all week!
If you have a windows OS please hit me up. There is a great OS level visual EQ that can help you tune the sound to be even more flat or more to your liking. I've done tons of tweaks when the mood struck me and the HFM planars can push out boosted frequencies without saturating.
Just ordered some HE400is.. just how much am I going to be needing an amp to go with these? I don't have one currently
He=400i's came today! I'm so excited, gotta say though I was overall not very impressed with how loosely it all looked chucked together in the box, it almost looks like someone ruffled through it, which is why it took so long to come in the mail the first place, seller sent from China, didn't pass customs and they had to send it again :s
I can see how people talk about QC as well if this is how it comes stock in the box!
Looking forward to pairing it up in an hour or so with the O2/ODAC!
Like this is what it looked like when I opened the lidShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/3gOov9C.jpg)
Congrats on the HE-400i's, hope you enjoy 'em.
And dank shoes, buddy!
Great and sensible advice! Get an amp only IF onboard audio doesn't get loud enough. :thumb: Don't just get an amp just be because......Just ordered some HE400is.. just how much am I going to be needing an amp to go with these? I don't have one currently
try it without an amp, and if it isn't loud enough for you then invest in one :thumb:
So.. the girlfriend took the TH-X00 to work. I don't know if I will ever see them again :))
So.. the girlfriend took the TH-X00 to work. I don't know if I will ever see them again :))
PG348Q is 34", 21:9, 3440x1440, Gsync, 100hz (with Gsync module), so the same as the Acer X34.Sometimes I feel like it's a neck gains day, sometimes I don't.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/5qJicme.jpg)
This isn't headphone related but is that monitor the Acer Predator x34? If so, how are you liking it? I've been thinking of grabbing one of those myself. :thumb:
Correct, x34. Liking it lots. Previous monitor was Rog swift so I was a little worried that it could be a big step down from 144hz to 100hz bit I'm finding that it really isn't as big a deal as I thought it would be. Plus ultrawide. Was never a huge on multi monitors personally so this is just about perfect for me.
Ah thank you very much for the response. I'm debating either the Predator x34 or the LG 34UM95C. The LG isn't curved and does not have g-sync but the price is so much more desirable than what current Predator x34's are going for on amazon. I'm sadly limited to amazon since I received a significant amount of gift cards from Christmas
Hey, no problem. They're both good monitors for different reasons. If you have trouble making up your mind don't hesitate shoot me a note and ask as many questions as you like. The amazon price is moronic right now because it isn't in stock anywhere right now except the "private" sellers. Once they get inventory back in it should likely drop to 1k-1.2k range again.
I would strongly recommend you wait for the Asus PG348Q. I'm fairly certain they delayed it to work out some of the kinks Acer has experienced with the X34 launch, but the competition and availability fo the two should bring some more reasonable pricing.
Personally, I'm happy to have finally got a decent panel in my XB271HU (XB1) after dealing with a poor PG279Q, XB270HU, and FG2421 in the past... I think I'll wait for HDR/OLED stuff now.
Thanks for the info but I'm not really interested in a 27" monitor, I am currently using a 27" 1440p and for a single monitor use I'd like to have it bigger.
PG348Q is 34", 21:9, 3440x1440, Gsync, 100hz (with Gsync module), so the same as the Acer X34.
Personally, I find 2560x1440 @ 27" the sweet spot for PPI. Coupled with 144hz/165hz and Gsync, this is the best gaming experience I've had since using a CRT. The 4K 30" 120hz monitor Dell recently announced sounds interesting, but I'm not expecting variable refresh rate technology in it, and it's $5K USD anyway. Might be Thunderbolt 3 only as well.
A few months ago I got my first pair of "audiophile" headphones, Audio-Technica's ATH-AD700X. I have to say, these things are AMAZING ;D Everything is so nice sounding and it's really easy to tell where the sounds are coming from. The only thing that is kinda weird is you can hear your environment very well, which can be a positive or negative I suppose. Anyways, I am totally new to the headphone sceen but I have to reccomend these headphone especially if they are still on sale for $99 on Amazon.I have it too, awesome entry level audiophile can for sure. :thumb: You can hear the environment well because it's an open (back) can, open back cans tend to allow exterior noise to leak in. I have more than 10 cans, all (with the exception of one) are open cans. I have but one close back can in the Alpha Dog, which is why I'm in the market for a good close back one.......the Beyerdynamic DT1770 Pro is a prime candidate for me.
Just picked up a Violectric V200. I haven't had much time with it yet but I'm enjoying it so far.Show Image(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1650/24001655824_efb503778f_h.jpg)
Hey I'm new to audiophile equipment. I also have the Lyr tube tube amp.
Can you explain the setup, what cables do you use and where is the audio source. Does it go?
PC -->Bitfrost DAC --> Lyr tube amp --> V200?
I'm actually using the Lyr as a preamp for my speakers at the moment.Thanks! What is your main audio player? I use iTunes and their M4A stuff now. Although, in the past I used foobar for everything.
PC --> [TOSLINK] --> Bifrost --> [RCA to XLR] --> V200 --> Lyr --> SAE 2200 (power amp) --> KEF Q300 speakers
I have the jumpers in my V200 set so the RCA jacks on the back are just an unamped passthrough. I can actually plug headphones into either the V200 or the Lyr or both. My SAE 2200 power amp is connected via the Lyr's preamp outs.
QuoteI'm actually using the Lyr as a preamp for my speakers at the moment.Thanks! What is your main audio player? I use iTunes and their M4A stuff now. Although, in the past I used foobar for everything.
PC --> [TOSLINK] --> Bifrost --> [RCA to XLR] --> V200 --> Lyr --> SAE 2200 (power amp) --> KEF Q300 speakers
I have the jumpers in my V200 set so the RCA jacks on the back are just an unamped passthrough. I can actually plug headphones into either the V200 or the Lyr or both. My SAE 2200 power amp is connected via the Lyr's preamp outs.
QuoteI'm actually using the Lyr as a preamp for my speakers at the moment.Thanks! What is your main audio player? I use iTunes and their M4A stuff now. Although, in the past I used foobar for everything.
PC --> [TOSLINK] --> Bifrost --> [RCA to XLR] --> V200 --> Lyr --> SAE 2200 (power amp) --> KEF Q300 speakers
I have the jumpers in my V200 set so the RCA jacks on the back are just an unamped passthrough. I can actually plug headphones into either the V200 or the Lyr or both. My SAE 2200 power amp is connected via the Lyr's preamp outs.
I use Foobar. I have quite a bit of M4A as well (much better codec than MP3) but I just use Foobar for everything.
Just picked up a pair of RBH HP-2's. Best pair of headphones I've picked for under $200's!!!
Just picked up a pair of RBH HP-2's. Best pair of headphones I've picked for under $200's!!!
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Beyerdynamic.. best I've come across so far at this pricepoint.
Sounds as clean, crisp, and defined as my monitors (Yamaha ES-5). Also sounds great on my digital piano (Kawai CN-35).Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/eSBNolY.jpg)
Beyerdynamic.. best I've come across so far at this pricepoint.
Sounds as clean, crisp, and defined as my monitors (Yamaha ES-5). Also sounds great on my digital piano (Kawai CN-35).Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/eSBNolY.jpg)
I run a Scarlet 2i2 as well, really nice little unit. Has outlasted my Firebox and Fast Track ProShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/WpYC3Wb.jpg)
Also, you can see a pair of my brand new ATH-M50s. Had to get a new pair to replace my beat ones.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/v3EUQOl.jpg)
My favorite :DShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/4mpYE6U.jpg)
My favorite :DShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/4mpYE6U.jpg)
It's just a shame fostex haven't caught onto the detachable cable trend yet
You must be thinking of Lawton audio. They are extremely overpriced but can't complain in terms of quality.My favorite :DShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/4mpYE6U.jpg)
It's just a shame fostex haven't caught onto the detachable cable trend yet
I know...planning on doing a mod for myself one of these times. I forget whom it was but I looked up a company for the job and it was going to be $200+ lol.
You must be thinking of Lawton audio. They are extremely overpriced but can't complain in terms of quality.My favorite :DShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/4mpYE6U.jpg)
It's just a shame fostex haven't caught onto the detachable cable trend yet
I know...planning on doing a mod for myself one of these times. I forget whom it was but I looked up a company for the job and it was going to be $200+ lol.
Haha yeh I was tempted at one stage then realised how stupid I would have been to fork out that much cash for a removable cable upgrade.You must be thinking of Lawton audio. They are extremely overpriced but can't complain in terms of quality.My favorite :DShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/4mpYE6U.jpg)
It's just a shame fostex haven't caught onto the detachable cable trend yet
I know...planning on doing a mod for myself one of these times. I forget whom it was but I looked up a company for the job and it was going to be $200+ lol.
Ah yes that was it, Lawton...damn you for your prices haha
Haha yeh I was tempted at one stage then realised how stupid I would have been to fork out that much cash for a removable cable upgrade.You must be thinking of Lawton audio. They are extremely overpriced but can't complain in terms of quality.My favorite :DShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/4mpYE6U.jpg)
It's just a shame fostex haven't caught onto the detachable cable trend yet
I know...planning on doing a mod for myself one of these times. I forget whom it was but I looked up a company for the job and it was going to be $200+ lol.
Ah yes that was it, Lawton...damn you for your prices haha
Anyways enjoy the X00's. I heard they are fantastic out of the box anyways.
It's depends how deep you want to go down that rabbit hole lol. Your amp and dac aren't bad at all so what you'll get back in return for a LOT of money would be quite minimal.Haha yeh I was tempted at one stage then realised how stupid I would have been to fork out that much cash for a removable cable upgrade.You must be thinking of Lawton audio. They are extremely overpriced but can't complain in terms of quality.My favorite :DShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/4mpYE6U.jpg)
It's just a shame fostex haven't caught onto the detachable cable trend yet
I know...planning on doing a mod for myself one of these times. I forget whom it was but I looked up a company for the job and it was going to be $200+ lol.
Ah yes that was it, Lawton...damn you for your prices haha
Anyways enjoy the X00's. I heard they are fantastic out of the box anyways.
Thanks I really love them! It has a very wide sound stage and amazing bass. I'm currently using a centrance DAC and o2 amp so I think I need to step my game up with the equipment.
It's depends how deep you want to go down that rabbit hole lol. Your amp and dac aren't bad at all so what you'll get back in return for a LOT of money would be quite minimal.MoreHaha yeh I was tempted at one stage then realised how stupid I would have been to fork out that much cash for a removable cable upgrade.You must be thinking of Lawton audio. They are extremely overpriced but can't complain in terms of quality.My favorite :DShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/4mpYE6U.jpg)
It's just a shame fostex haven't caught onto the detachable cable trend yet
I know...planning on doing a mod for myself one of these times. I forget whom it was but I looked up a company for the job and it was going to be $200+ lol.
Ah yes that was it, Lawton...damn you for your prices haha
Anyways enjoy the X00's. I heard they are fantastic out of the box anyways.
Thanks I really love them! It has a very wide sound stage and amazing bass. I'm currently using a centrance DAC and o2 amp so I think I need to step my game up with the equipment.
If you lived in Australia I would lend you my WA7 to try out.
It's actually 2 bricks because I have the matching tube power supply haha.
Have a look on headfi classifieds. You'll most likely get the best bang for buck buying from the used market. Perhaps a 2nd hand Burson conductor for that smooth sabre sound =) Hit me up if you need a second opinion before you buy
Any time bro!It's actually 2 bricks because I have the matching tube power supply haha.
Have a look on headfi classifieds. You'll most likely get the best bang for buck buying from the used market. Perhaps a 2nd hand Burson conductor for that smooth sabre sound =) Hit me up if you need a second opinion before you buy
Sounds good, thank you very much for the advice and help. :thumb:
the fostex th900 mk2 have Detachable cables. :thumb:
here is my current setup
HD25 Aluminiums + DacMagic XS v2
(Attachment Link)
I have Nobles coming in a few months and TH-600 already why do I want -X00's T_T
I have Nobles coming in a few months and TH-600 already why do I want -X00's T_T
because they are sexy
I have Nobles coming in a few months and TH-600 already why do I want -X00's T_T
because they are sexy
not really they seem hit or miss.
do you REALLY need an amp for hd25s? i have the alus as well.
I have Nobles coming in a few months and TH-600 already why do I want -X00's T_T
because they are sexy
not really they seem hit or miss.
They look nice tho
Are you just curious to see what they sound like, or do you want them for comparison purposes, or do you just want them cause you want them?
I want to compare a variety of things between them and th600. I've read a lot but I need to hear it with my own ears :P
And that's what I was referring to, their looks are hit/miss because of all the variances in the mahogany.
I want to compare a variety of things between them and th600. I've read a lot but I need to hear it with my own ears :P
And that's what I was referring to, their looks are hit/miss because of all the variances in the mahogany.
If you just want to compare - maybe we can arrange a little borrowing session (you're in Canada, right?). I would also benefit from your findings should I ever look at another pair of headphones.
And you can tell me what you think of my grain ;)
I want to compare a variety of things between them and th600. I've read a lot but I need to hear it with my own ears :P
And that's what I was referring to, their looks are hit/miss because of all the variances in the mahogany.
If you just want to compare - maybe we can arrange a little borrowing session (you're in Canada, right?). I would also benefit from your findings should I ever look at another pair of headphones.
And you can tell me what you think of my grain ;)
Yeah where you at? I'll think about it.
I'll probably hang on to my th600 regardless but if I end up liking x00 more (which I've heard people suggest not to bother "downgrading") I might consider finding a pair... I plan to lawton mod the 600s regardless.
Alright guys
What are he topre of headphones.
I want to skip the nonsense and get some quality cans that I would have ended up with either way.
I don't know much about headphones or any audiophile stuff but I'll be reading the rest of this thread to learn :)
Alright guys
What are he topre of headphones.
I want to skip the nonsense and get some quality cans that I would have ended up with either way.
I don't know much about headphones or any audiophile stuff but I'll be reading the rest of this thread to learn :)
topre of headphones? Beats by Dre
Alright guys
What are he topre of headphones.
I want to skip the nonsense and get some quality cans that I would have ended up with either way.
I don't know much about headphones or any audiophile stuff but I'll be reading the rest of this thread to learn :)
topre of headphones? Beats by Dre
Alright guys
What are he topre of headphones.
I want to skip the nonsense and get some quality cans that I would have ended up with either way.
I don't know much about headphones or any audiophile stuff but I'll be reading the rest of this thread to learn :)
topre of headphones? Beats by Dre
Alright guys
What are he topre of headphones.
I want to skip the nonsense and get some quality cans that I would have ended up with either way.
I don't know much about headphones or any audiophile stuff but I'll be reading the rest of this thread to learn :)
Alright guys
What are he topre of headphones.
I want to skip the nonsense and get some quality cans that I would have ended up with either way.
I don't know much about headphones or any audiophile stuff but I'll be reading the rest of this thread to learn :)
STAX
an almost perfect analogue.
Alright guysSennheiser Orpheus 2 (http://www.wired.com/2015/11/sennheiser-orpheus) I guess but they're not an option I assume.
What are he topre of headphones.
I want to skip the nonsense and get some quality cans that I would have ended up with either way.
I don't know much about headphones or any audiophile stuff but I'll be reading the rest of this thread to learn :)
Alright guys
What are he topre of headphones.
I want to skip the nonsense and get some quality cans that I would have ended up with either way.
I don't know much about headphones or any audiophile stuff but I'll be reading the rest of this thread to learn :)
STAX
an almost perfect analogue.
I do occasional audio editing, my father worked in studios and taught me some basics:
1. the quality and interpretation of the sound will always remain subjective. what you think is the absolute best to your ears may be complete garbage in the opinion of somebody else
2. compile a list of favorite tracks, go to a store where they have the high-ends on display and listen to all of them.
I also play the piano and I know how an acoustic piano should sound like. So what I did is, I went to the studio and played an acoustic kawaii concert grand so that I know how it should sound. Then I went on to the kawaii cn-35 with multiple headphones and tried them all out till I found the one that most closely matched how the sampled kawaii cn-35 sounded to the acoustic one in that same room.
What I look for in high-end cans is clean, clear sound. It should not be bassy, not be light. But it should reflect how it was mixed. If the original production is mastered with bass, you should hear bass. So another thing I do is, I know that some genres / producers put more / less bass in their productions and use a wider or narrower stereo image. So I took some of my tracks and verified that this headphone sounded like I know these artists are known to produce (their unique sound).
This all led me to my beyerdynamic. But again, it is all subjective, so it may sound horrible to your ears.
EDIT: High-end phones that are used in the studio at least are not made to provide you with the "sickest bass that will make your head explode" but they are made to be studio monitors on your head. That is, to provide you with an accurate depiction of how a production was intended to sound. For instance, vocals are often edited to lay ON TOP of a band or the rest of the track. So when somebody starts to sing, you hear the rest a bit reduced and the vocal easily stands out. For instance, listen to Norah Jones. You should be able to hear this distinction on high end cans, but not on cheaper ones because they lack the clarity and detail.
So that's my 50 cents :-)
I have the 600Ohm version and nope, even that doesn't need an extra amp at all, although there's some improvement in bass, if you're in a quiet environment.the fostex th900 mk2 have Detachable cables. :thumb:
here is my current setup
HD25 Aluminiums + DacMagic XS v2
(Attachment Link)
do you REALLY need an amp for hd25s? i have the alus as well.
I have the 600Ohm version and nope, even that doesn't need an extra amp at all, although there's some improvement in bass, if you're in a quiet environment.the fostex th900 mk2 have Detachable cables. :thumb:
here is my current setup
HD25 Aluminiums + DacMagic XS v2
(Attachment Link)
do you REALLY need an amp for hd25s? i have the alus as well.
However, that's a DAC in the picture, and I have no idea, if macbooks have decent on-board audio.
Beyerdynamic never sounded natural to me...
However it always depends on the source.
Probably didn't help that I had a fiio at the time.
Tried the new mcintosh headphones made by beyerdynamic and that sounded great but cost more than the stax setup.
I too would go with stax as the topre of headphones.
It's a different beast (like topre is completely separate from MX). Very different compared to the competitors.
Alps / Matias is like planars. You have the old ones that were made by lots of different brands, some good and some bad, in the past, with new ones being developed with the same design and technology.
Could you try to explain how stax is different from (my) beyerdynamic? Always interested to try out new stuff.. I'll play mine either via my digital piano (CN-35), which is not ideal because the Ohm of the piano and the headphone is not really on par, and through my Focusrite 2i2 and that sounds awesome to my ears. Also when mixing in Logic or when using Reason.
Could you try to explain how stax is different from (my) beyerdynamic? Always interested to try out new stuff.. I'll play mine either via my digital piano (CN-35), which is not ideal because the Ohm of the piano and the headphone is not really on par, and through my Focusrite 2i2 and that sounds awesome to my ears. Also when mixing in Logic or when using Reason.
STAX headphones are electrostatic, so you'll be needing an amplifier capable of driving electrostatic headphones. STAX make their own, Woo Audio also makes them. And like the headphones themselves, they are not exactly cheap.
So, I picked up some Grado SR325e. I love them, but perhaps I'd love them more if they were a bit more comfortable. Does anyone know of any good ways to get the cans off your ears a bit more? That seems to be the main problem for me.
So, I picked up some Grado SR325e. I love them, but perhaps I'd love them more if they were a bit more comfortable. Does anyone know of any good ways to get the cans off your ears a bit more? That seems to be the main problem for me.
hi. first time posting here, are earphones considered okay? :-[Sure, audio related stuff including IEM's are welcome! Especially so if it's a Fitear! :))Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/W7JR5rP.jpg?1)
hi. first time posting here, are earphones considered okay? :-[Sure, audio related stuff including IEM's are welcome! Especially so if it's a Fitear! :))Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/W7JR5rP.jpg?1)
hahaha, thanks! she's my pride and joy. because of commuting reasons i'm posponing my desktop setup until graduation (which is 6 months away!)Love 'em! Funny thing about the HD800's, I've noticed that some (like me) love it, but sold it after a while.....then, we begin to miss it, and somehow, one way or another, we'd find a way to buy one again. One that I've got mine back again, ain't no way I'd ever think of selling it........evah! ;D Mine's an earlier model, serial number <10k, it's supposed to be treble hot, but I don't find it so. In fact, I enjoy the sparkly treble.....perhaps I'm a closet treblehead who's coming out now. :p
how are you liking those HD800's?
So, I picked up some Grado SR325e. I love them, but perhaps I'd love them more if they were a bit more comfortable. Does anyone know of any good ways to get the cans off your ears a bit more? That seems to be the main problem for me.
hahaha, thanks! she's my pride and joy. because of commuting reasons i'm posponing my desktop setup until graduation (which is 6 months away!)Love 'em! Funny thing about the HD800's, I've noticed that some (like me) love it, but sold it after a while.....then, we begin to miss it, and somehow, one way or another, we'd find a way to buy one again. One that I've got mine back again, ain't no way I'd ever think of selling it........evah! ;D Mine's an earlier model, serial number <10k, it's supposed to be treble hot, but I don't find it so. In fact, I enjoy the sparkly treble.....perhaps I'm a closet treblehead who's coming out now. :p
how are you liking those HD800's?
Anyway, I've bought a good number of cans, and have also worked on beefing up my portable gear.....guess it's time to stop with ALL my audio purchases.Show Image(http://i1075.photobucket.com/albums/w424/mikeysg64/4_zps6hxxqljr.jpg)
hahaha. i agree with you. HD800 are quite unique, but feed it with a right amp and you're set.Yeah, once you own a HD800 and you happen to sell it, you're gonna miss its soundstage and sparkle. This guy sold me the HD800, then missed it and offered to trade his Grado PS1000 for the HD800. He then traded the HD800 for my Audeze 2.2 nF with sold cash top-up on my side (didn't quite like its sig sound, nice thick bass and pretty decent treble, but just doesn't suit me....besides, Audeze cans are heavy as hell!), he then sold off the Audeze and guess what, he'd finally gotten a HD800 (again) and has sworn NOT to sell or trade it off.
same with you, i'm considering 800 or 800s gonna be my target for my desktop setup later. have been in this hobby way too long, before i brought my first mechanical keyboard. i want to finish it as soon as possible :-X
holy hell, am i seeing parterre, k10, and ie800? and what model of aurisonics is that? harmony? looks like you're spending a bit too much :p
believe it or not, i'm driving my fitear with my phone. still lurking for a perfect that that didn't make my wallet empty...
Ever heard of sensitivity? Probably not.I have the 600Ohm version and nope, even that doesn't need an extra amp at all, although there's some improvement in bass, if you're in a quiet environment.the fostex th900 mk2 have Detachable cables. :thumb:
here is my current setup
HD25 Aluminiums + DacMagic XS v2
(Attachment Link)
do you REALLY need an amp for hd25s? i have the alus as well.
However, that's a DAC in the picture, and I have no idea, if macbooks have decent on-board audio.
600ohm straight out of the source? You cray bro haha
I need a headset that can handle a wide range of genres. In the near future I'll be upgrading my AKG K240s, any (semi-open) recommendations?What kind of K240? Modern, Monitor, DF,...?
Shoot sorry, I forgot to specify. They're the modern version of the entry level monitor model.Ever heard of sensitivity? Probably not.I have the 600Ohm version and nope, even that doesn't need an extra amp at all, although there's some improvement in bass, if you're in a quiet environment.the fostex th900 mk2 have Detachable cables. :thumb:
here is my current setup
HD25 Aluminiums + DacMagic XS v2
(Attachment Link)
do you REALLY need an amp for hd25s? i have the alus as well.
However, that's a DAC in the picture, and I have no idea, if macbooks have decent on-board audio.
600ohm straight out of the source? You cray bro hahaI need a headset that can handle a wide range of genres. In the near future I'll be upgrading my AKG K240s, any (semi-open) recommendations?What kind of K240? Modern, Monitor, DF,...?
I need a headset that can handle a wide range of genres. In the near future I'll be upgrading my AKG K240s, any (semi-open) recommendations?
I need a headset that can handle a wide range of genres. In the near future I'll be upgrading my AKG K240s, any (semi-open) recommendations?
I like the fidelio x2 for a good jack of all trades headphone. If you want planars, the he400s is solid, too.
I think the philips fidelio x2s are the most comfortable headphone I've ever worn as well as being a great sounding set of headphones
oh wow.. hd800 sure got a lot of love here :phahaha. i agree with you. HD800 are quite unique, but feed it with a right amp and you're set.Yeah, once you own a HD800 and you happen to sell it, you're gonna miss its soundstage and sparkle. This guy sold me the HD800, then missed it and offered to trade his Grado PS1000 for the HD800. He then traded the HD800 for my Audeze 2.2 nF with sold cash top-up on my side (didn't quite like its sig sound, nice thick bass and pretty decent treble, but just doesn't suit me....besides, Audeze cans are heavy as hell!), he then sold off the Audeze and guess what, he'd finally gotten a HD800 (again) and has sworn NOT to sell or trade it off.
same with you, i'm considering 800 or 800s gonna be my target for my desktop setup later. have been in this hobby way too long, before i brought my first mechanical keyboard. i want to finish it as soon as possible :-X
holy hell, am i seeing parterre, k10, and ie800? and what model of aurisonics is that? harmony? looks like you're spending a bit too much :p
believe it or not, i'm driving my fitear with my phone. still lurking for a perfect that that didn't make my wallet empty...
My portable gear are as follow:
Fiio X3 2nd Gen + JDS Labs C5 portable amp, Sony Xperia Z5 Premium (can play various audio formats including DSD64)
Fitear Parterre, Noble Audio Savant, Sennheiser IE800
Aurisonics ASG1+, Camp Fire Audio Jupiter (by ALO)
I'm strictly a UIEM user, no CIEM stuff for me as I lack the patience to wait for the reshelling, oh yeah, take a look at Onkyo DP-X1.
http://www.amazon.com/hi-res-source-corresponding-Digital-DP-X1/dp/B017EIHB0C/ref=sr_1_1/192-9388090-7557900?ie=UTF8&qid=1454686919&sr=8-1&keywords=onkyo+dp-x1
It's not exactly cheap, but way more reasonable than A&K DAP's. Heard good things about it, especially when it run in balance mode......that's when it shines (or so from what I'd gathered).
I need a headset that can handle a wide range of genres. In the near future I'll be upgrading my AKG K240s, any (semi-open) recommendations?
I like the fidelio x2 for a good jack of all trades headphone. If you want planars, the he400s is solid, too.
Do I get a nice set of tower speakers....or a really good pair of headphones?
Do I get a nice set of tower speakers....or a really good pair of headphones?
I would ask what you do more of.
I, personally would go for a sick set of speakers.
Do I get a nice set of tower speakers....or a really good pair of headphones?
I would ask what you do more of.
I, personally would go for a sick set of speakers.
I already have a nice pair of headphones I use everyday and my family rarely uses headphones. They would be mostly for them. I just don't know how ready I am to spend $1400 on a pair of towers speakers.
Do I get a nice set of tower speakers....or a really good pair of headphones?
I would ask what you do more of.
I, personally would go for a sick set of speakers.
I already have a nice pair of headphones I use everyday and my family rarely uses headphones. They would be mostly for them. I just don't know how ready I am to spend $1400 on a pair of towers speakers.
That's a lot on speakers :eek:
I agree...and that's at a discount. My dream speakers cost $50k but that ain't ever gonna happen.That would be something like these badboys....with Accuphase pre-power amps, Esoteric CD player, Lumin D1 music streamer
It's by YG Acoustics, the top model for my friend's speaker system has two additional sub woofers.....but that one's was in the cool >100k mark. http://www.stereophile.com/floorloudspeakers/yg_acoustics_anat_reference_ii_professional_loudspeaker/index.html
My friend's speakers (minus the two passive subs) cost a cool 70k. It's made of aircraft grade aluminum (funny that auto-correct shows 'aluminium' as an error)and looks so damn awesome up close and personal.
http://stereotimes.com/post/yg-acoustics-%E2%80%93-anat-reference-ii-studio-loudspeakers
All I can say is, I now get why my friend is so focused on speakers systems and has largely ignored headphones (he has a Sennheiser BT Momentum)....the music was so......encompassing and so detailed, with layers of soundstage.....and here I am listening to my dinky Focal XS Book.
Can anyone recommend a decent pair of headphones for under $100? I'd like a second pair to passively listen to music while doing work.Kind of difficult to answer that without knowing what kinds of music you like
Can anyone recommend a decent pair of headphones for under $100? I'd like a second pair to passively listen to music while doing work.
Can anyone recommend a decent pair of headphones for under $100? I'd like a second pair to passively listen to music while doing work.
Sony MDRV6
Can anyone recommend a decent pair of headphones for under $100? I'd like a second pair to passively listen to music while doing work.Kind of difficult to answer that without knowing what kinds of music you like
Can anyone recommend a decent pair of headphones for under $100? I'd like a second pair to passively listen to music while doing work.
Sony MDRV6
I'll agree here. I've owned these for over 3 years and even though I've upgraded they are built well, sound very good for the price, and fit your budget. Plus you can get it for less than $50 if you go with Amazon used options.
What is a good option to upgrade fidelio x2? I really really loves this can but I think there are other that are better than fidelio x2Open or close? Budget? Usage?
Why are they half price?
you will need a good amp to drive the dt990's also some find them a bit metallic sounding.. some really love them, for gaming, movies they are very good.. for music for some genre's they work very well. if you are getting them half price then go for it.
you will need a good amp to drive the dt990's also some find them a bit metallic sounding.. some really love them, for gaming, movies they are very good.. for music for some genre's they work very well. if you are getting them half price then go for it.Metallic sound huh? Those vent things made me wonder if that would be a problem.
you will need a good amp to drive the dt990's also some find them a bit metallic sounding.. some really love them, for gaming, movies they are very good.. for music for some genre's they work very well. if you are getting them half price then go for it.
These are the 32 ohm, so I don't think I need a good amp. I will invest in one down the road, but the fact that my phone should be able to drive these definitely played a part in me purchasing them.
fostex th-x00 maybe .. sony z7 ... hifiman 400i/s or whatever the new model is. akg k7xx.. hd650 ... or the treble happy hd700nah I don't like too much treble cause I had a grado headphone and end up giving it to my brother cause damn that headphone makes my ear bleed
audio technica has some open cans aswell
Open only :thumb:What is a good option to upgrade fidelio x2? I really really loves this can but I think there are other that are better than fidelio x2Open or close? Budget? Usage?
I was feeling bored, so I joined a MD for the NuForce uDAC-3 in red simply because I feel my C2Q rig (in a red NZXT Pahntom case) is kinda lonesome without a matching DAC. I expect to get it sometime in March, meanwhile, to stave off sheer and utter boredom, I bought a nice interconnect t for my Fiio X3 II + JDS Labs C5 stack...Show Image(http://i1075.photobucket.com/albums/w424/mikeysg64/5_zpss5rxgutg.jpg)
Open only :thumb:Seriously, the X2 is awesome and punches beyond its price bracket. If you wanna try perhaps something different (not 'better' per se) then perhaps you should give planar mags a try......like the HiFiMan HE400S/400i.
I use a pair of audio technica ath-m50x, is it even worth looking into some sort of amp setup?Amp would be a bit overkill but you could invest in a dac.
If so, what's something that's a good entry level that I should check out?
I use a pair of audio technica ath-m50x, is it even worth looking into some sort of amp setup?I can recommend the FiiO E10k (http://www.amazon.com/FiiO-E10K-Headphone-Amplifier-Black/dp/B00LP3AMC2).
If so, what's something that's a good entry level that I should check out?
I use a pair of audio technica ath-m50x, is it even worth looking into some sort of amp setup?I can recommend the FiiO E10k (http://www.amazon.com/FiiO-E10K-Headphone-Amplifier-Black/dp/B00LP3AMC2).
If so, what's something that's a good entry level that I should check out?
The sound from it is significantly better than the on-board audio I was using before (it's worth noting that it was a 5+ year old fairly inexpensive mobo).
I use a pair of audio technica ath-m50x, is it even worth looking into some sort of amp setup?Amp would be a bit overkill but you could invest in a dac.
If so, what's something that's a good entry level that I should check out?
@Bomble, my question to you is.....does your present setup get loud enough for your M50X? If so, don't waste your money on amps as they simply make sound louder.....not necessarily better. I assume you're using your mobo audio, if the DAC in it is capable of decoding all the audio codecs (FLAC, AIFF, MP3, WAV, and DSD, last being capable only by external DACs AFAIK), then don't bother buying anything else.
FYI, external DAC's can be of two types, dedicated DAC or combo. The former is capable of decoding digital audio data into electrical signals or continuously variable voltage (analog) (or some malarkey like that). The latter DAC combos have an amp section built into it to power headphones.
I have an Astell & Kern Ak240 on the way. Can't wait to hear how it sounds when paired with my UERMs :D
It's a DAC/Amp so you don't need anything else. You just plug it into a usb port and plug your headphones into it.I use a pair of audio technica ath-m50x, is it even worth looking into some sort of amp setup?I can recommend the FiiO E10k (http://www.amazon.com/FiiO-E10K-Headphone-Amplifier-Black/dp/B00LP3AMC2).
If so, what's something that's a good entry level that I should check out?
The sound from it is significantly better than the on-board audio I was using before (it's worth noting that it was a 5+ year old fairly inexpensive mobo).
Thanks for the suggestion! Definitely going to have a look into that one. I'm currently using the front headphone port on my case :(
Should I combo it with a soundcard too?
I'm currently using the front headphone port on my case :(Use the back port on your case if possible, the front port tends to be noisy.
Completely non-audio related, but I saw a pair of Asus GTX Titan going for about 533USD, I couldn't help myself and snagged them. Custom paint job in RoG red/black so appealed to me since I'm an RoG fanboy....Show Image(http://i1075.photobucket.com/albums/w424/mikeysg64/03_zpsgbrf41an.jpg)
And yes, I'd noticed the dust on my PSU in the pic and have since cleaned it up.....
I have an Astell & Kern Ak240 on the way. Can't wait to hear how it sounds when paired with my UERMs :D
What made you choose the 240? I must admit it's a beautiful piece of kit
Completely non-audio related, but I saw a pair of Asus GTX Titan going for about 533USD, I couldn't help myself and snagged them. Custom paint job in RoG red/black so appealed to me since I'm an RoG fanboy....Show Image(http://i1075.photobucket.com/albums/w424/mikeysg64/03_zpsgbrf41an.jpg)
And yes, I'd noticed the dust on my PSU in the pic and have since cleaned it up.....
Got my first pair of IEMs the other day, SE425s, and they sound excellent. Now I just gotta find some cables with a remote for when I'm on my bike :DShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/i3Efepn.jpg)
Got my first pair of IEMs the other day, SE425s, and they sound excellent. Now I just gotta find some cables with a remote for when I'm on my bike :DShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/i3Efepn.jpg)
My man, those things are the bomb.
Just wondering though, why wouldn't you just go ahead and pick up the se535?
IIRC it's not that much of a difference moneywise.
I'm not sure why you'd get titans for 250, since like 970s are way way faster..AT those prices, yes, I would rather get a pair of GTX970's. Buuut, you assume I'm in the US, I'm actually in Asia, nVidia products are overpriced here. Why not get them from eBay then? Well, I didn't want the hassle of shipping stuff back for RMA because the local distros of the various brands here ain't interested in helping with RMA (should the need arise), NOT that I can blame them. There was another thread with a guy selling his 2x GTX970's for about 80USD more, I suppose I could have gotten those......but I think there's something secksay about owning a pair of 6GB Titans. :p
Do you do gpu compute at all?
Got my first pair of IEMs the other day, SE425s, and they sound excellent. Now I just gotta find some cables with a remote for when I'm on my bike :DShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/i3Efepn.jpg)
My man, those things are the bomb.
Just wondering though, why wouldn't you just go ahead and pick up the se535?
IIRC it's not that much of a difference moneywise.
I bought a bunch of studio equipment from my friend who works at a guitar center, they were $150 (at cost) and the last ones in stock. They didn't have the SE535s otherwise I would have considered them. Overall though I'm happy with my purchase, I can use the dough I saved for some custom sleeves or something.
Got my first pair of IEMs the other day, SE425s, and they sound excellent. Now I just gotta find some cables with a remote for when I'm on my bike :DShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/i3Efepn.jpg)
My man, those things are the bomb.
Just wondering though, why wouldn't you just go ahead and pick up the se535?
IIRC it's not that much of a difference moneywise.
I bought a bunch of studio equipment from my friend who works at a guitar center, they were $150 (at cost) and the last ones in stock. They didn't have the SE535s otherwise I would have considered them. Overall though I'm happy with my purchase, I can use the dough I saved for some custom sleeves or something.
Have you considered getting some custom molded ear pieces made for these?
They are perfect when customized.
Just got my first pair of highquality headphones HE-400s ! what do you guys think?HE-400 or HE-400S?
Just got my first pair of highquality headphones HE-400s ! what do you guys think?HE-400 or HE-400S?
I've been thinking about getting the HE-400S because I want to try out some planars but I'll probably wait until after the summer.
my sennheiser momentums got dropped off, can't wait to get home.Nice! My friend has the Momentum BT and I love the sound, great treble energy with a nice bass thump.....quite fun to listen with. :thumb:
Momentums are really fun to listen to :)
Only missing some not too expensive mobile dac.
Momentums are really fun to listen to :)
Only missing some not too expensive mobile dac.
Try something from fiio
Just got my first pair of highquality headphones HE-400s ! what do you guys think?HE-400 or HE-400S?
I've been thinking about getting the HE-400S because I want to try out some planars but I'll probably wait until after the summer.
Just got my first pair of highquality headphones HE-400s ! what do you guys think?HE-400 or HE-400S?
I've been thinking about getting the HE-400S because I want to try out some planars but I'll probably wait until after the summer.
Well, i finished doing the removable cable mod to my Dt-990s.
Perfectly fine, except for one thing.
At the SUUUPER low frequencies, (Im talking 15-20hz and Down), The left earcup starts making a buzzing noise that's really audible, however the right side does not do this.
Anyone know whats going on? Have i blown out the left driver? (it sounds perfect apart from this little anomaly)
Its completely livable since only 1 of my 100+ song playlist has such low notes, its such a itch that i cant scratch.
Is it possible that my soldering is ****?
Well, i finished doing the removable cable mod to my Dt-990s.
Perfectly fine, except for one thing.
At the SUUUPER low frequencies, (Im talking 15-20hz and Down), The left earcup starts making a buzzing noise that's really audible, however the right side does not do this.
Anyone know whats going on? Have i blown out the left driver? (it sounds perfect apart from this little anomaly)
Its completely livable since only 1 of my 100+ song playlist has such low notes, its such a itch that i cant scratch.
Is it possible that my soldering is ****?
buzzing just means that there is a vibration occurring. The driver housing could be loose, or a component is reacting to a resonant frequency and vibrating on its own. More likely that the housing is somehow not as secure as it should be.
I didn't know you had it outside of the driver like that. I do know that buzzing is often caused by mounting issues, but maybe it's to the point where you should try to get another one to compare against or consider a different replacement.Well, i finished doing the removable cable mod to my Dt-990s.
Perfectly fine, except for one thing.
At the SUUUPER low frequencies, (Im talking 15-20hz and Down), The left earcup starts making a buzzing noise that's really audible, however the right side does not do this.
Anyone know whats going on? Have i blown out the left driver? (it sounds perfect apart from this little anomaly)
Its completely livable since only 1 of my 100+ song playlist has such low notes, its such a itch that i cant scratch.
Is it possible that my soldering is ****?
buzzing just means that there is a vibration occurring. The driver housing could be loose, or a component is reacting to a resonant frequency and vibrating on its own. More likely that the housing is somehow not as secure as it should be.
Are you sure? When the left driver is outside of the cup, and i play music through it, it sitll makes the same buzzing/farting noise :l
I didn't know you had it outside of the driver like that. I do know that buzzing is often caused by mounting issues, but maybe it's to the point where you should try to get another one to compare against or consider a different replacement.Well, i finished doing the removable cable mod to my Dt-990s.
Perfectly fine, except for one thing.
At the SUUUPER low frequencies, (Im talking 15-20hz and Down), The left earcup starts making a buzzing noise that's really audible, however the right side does not do this.
Anyone know whats going on? Have i blown out the left driver? (it sounds perfect apart from this little anomaly)
Its completely livable since only 1 of my 100+ song playlist has such low notes, its such a itch that i cant scratch.
Is it possible that my soldering is ****?
buzzing just means that there is a vibration occurring. The driver housing could be loose, or a component is reacting to a resonant frequency and vibrating on its own. More likely that the housing is somehow not as secure as it should be.
Are you sure? When the left driver is outside of the cup, and i play music through it, it sitll makes the same buzzing/farting noise :l
Demo'd the HD800 this weekend for the first time. I need them in my life.Heh, now you know why I ain't gonna part with mine ever again, even when I get the HEK.....the HD800, and the AKG K812, will be part of my permanent collection.
Got my first pair of IEMs the other day, SE425s, and they sound excellent. Now I just gotta find some cables with a remote for when I'm on my bike :DShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/i3Efepn.jpg)
My man, those things are the bomb.
Just wondering though, why wouldn't you just go ahead and pick up the se535?
IIRC it's not that much of a difference moneywise.
I bought a bunch of studio equipment from my friend who works at a guitar center, they were $150 (at cost) and the last ones in stock. They didn't have the SE535s otherwise I would have considered them. Overall though I'm happy with my purchase, I can use the dough I saved for some custom sleeves or something.
Have you considered getting some custom molded ear pieces made for these?
They are perfect when customized.
I am very interested in getting some custom molds, any recommendations?
I decided to treat myself a little and upgrade my headphones. So, I jumped on the Fostex TH-X00 currently on Massdrop after reading a fair few positive reviews and comments about them. I guess these should be a solid upgrade from my current AKG K550, but I fear that my Audioquest Dragonfly might not be up to the job, at least not quality wise (from what I've understood, the TH-X00 are about as easy to drive as my K550 which can be run directly from a smartphone).
Hence; does anyone have a solid recommendation for a relatively inexpensive (I don't feel the need to burn significantly more on the amp/dac than I did on the headphones) amplifier (preferably an amp/dac combo, I dislike wasting space on my desk – also vertical) that suit the character of the TH-X00? I guess there are a couple of TH-X00 users on the forum; what are you driving yours with and are what do you think of them?
From my brief market research I've found two interesting products, the Chord Mojo (my god is that ugly though) and the (also Massdropified) Grace Design m9xx. Anyone having experience with those two? Or should I just continue with the Dragonfly?
Yeah lol! Going through them now and changing them xD
You... Completely got both your posts mixed up lol
Anyone got some recommendations for a pair of headphones with a bit more bass than my HD558's?
These are em - http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sennheiser-HD-558-Headphones-Technology/dp/B004FEEY9A/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1459460964&sr=8-1&keywords=sennheiser+hd+558
Anyone got some recommendations for a pair of headphones with a bit more bass than my HD558's?
These are em - http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sennheiser-HD-558-Headphones-Technology/dp/B004FEEY9A/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1459460964&sr=8-1&keywords=sennheiser+hd+558
For bass bliss, while I have not tried the newer versions, I love my pair of Sony MDR XB700 with their super comfortable "SUNDAY! SUNDAY! SUNDAY!" monster truck tire earpads. I've tried the ATH-M50X and I do not find the bass as impressive or enjoyable as that of the XB700.
Anyone got some recommendations for a pair of headphones with a bit more bass than my HD558's?
These are em - http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sennheiser-HD-558-Headphones-Technology/dp/B004FEEY9A/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1459460964&sr=8-1&keywords=sennheiser+hd+558
For bass bliss, while I have not tried the newer versions, I love my pair of Sony MDR XB700 with their super comfortable "SUNDAY! SUNDAY! SUNDAY!" monster truck tire earpads. I've tried the ATH-M50X and I do not find the bass as impressive or enjoyable as that of the XB700.
It'd be great if I could just drop £600 on a set of headphones lol. I was looking for more around the £200 mark :P
I did look at the ATH-M50X before getting my 588's but I hate earcups that sit on the ear.
Right now I'm using a set of ath-m50x. They are far and away the best headphones I've had. Granted they are the first set that I've paid more than $100 for. I'm not sure what else I would get though. thinking I might invest in a DAC.If your onboard, or soundcard or whatever external device you're using, gets loud enough for your M50X and can decode the music format you want (like FLAC, MP3, WAV, etc), then getting a DAC combo (a DAC with an amp section) would be a complete waste. Besides, from what I've heard, the M50X is quite efficient and can be driven well even from a handphone.
Just paid for and collected my latest (and LAST!) headphone purchase, no more after this!There is never a last purchase! Never! Nice headphones though :thumb:Show Image(http://i1075.photobucket.com/albums/w424/mikeysg64/he1k%2001_zps9h5sultp.jpg)
A pic of my new acquisition next to one of my fave.....Show Image(http://i1075.photobucket.com/albums/w424/mikeysg64/he1k%2003_zpsfz5exsjg.jpg)
Just paid for and collected my latest (and LAST!) headphone purchase, no more after this!
There is never a last purchase! Never! Nice headphones though :thumb:
Good luck with that! ;DDangit, can't you guys be more supportive of a headphone junkie who's trying to mend his wayward ways? ;D Is there a canoholic support group somewhere? All I can say is, if I fall off the wagon, it's all on you guys! :p
Awesome new set of cans, though. Congrats!
Quote from: UTommieTankaThere is never a last purchase! Never! Nice headphones though :thumb:Good luck with that! :DDangit, can't you guys be more supportive of a headphone junkie who's trying to mend his wayward ways? ;D Is there a canoholic support group somewhere? All I can say is, if I fall off the wagon, it's all on you guys! :p
Awesome new set of cans, though. Congrats!
Anyway, I've got a great reason to stop buying cans......when you have enough cans to cover a table, it's about time to call it quits.Show Image(http://i1075.photobucket.com/albums/w424/mikeysg64/all_zpsbj3a59fr.jpg)
Quote from: UTommieTankaThere is never a last purchase! Never! Nice headphones though :thumb:Good luck with that! ;DDangit, can't you guys be more supportive of a headphone junkie who's trying to mend his wayward ways? ;D Is there a canoholic support group somewhere? All I can say is, if I fall off the wagon, it's all on you guys! :p
Awesome new set of cans, though. Congrats!
Anyway, I've got a great reason to stop buying cans......when you have enough cans to cover a table, it's about time to call it quits.Show Image(http://i1075.photobucket.com/albums/w424/mikeysg64/all_zpsbj3a59fr.jpg)
Quote from: UTommieTankaThere is never a last purchase! Never! Nice headphones though :thumb:Good luck with that! ;DDangit, can't you guys be more supportive of a headphone junkie who's trying to mend his wayward ways? ;D Is there a canoholic support group somewhere? All I can say is, if I fall off the wagon, it's all on you guys! :p
Awesome new set of cans, though. Congrats!
Anyway, I've got a great reason to stop buying cans......when you have enough cans to cover a table, it's about time to call it quits.Show Image(http://i1075.photobucket.com/albums/w424/mikeysg64/all_zpsbj3a59fr.jpg)
Quote from: UTommieTankaThere is never a last purchase! Never! Nice headphones though :thumb:Good luck with that! ;DDangit, can't you guys be more supportive of a headphone junkie who's trying to mend his wayward ways? ;D Is there a canoholic support group somewhere? All I can say is, if I fall off the wagon, it's all on you guys! :p
Awesome new set of cans, though. Congrats!
Anyway, I've got a great reason to stop buying cans......when you have enough cans to cover a table, it's about time to call it quits.Show Image(http://i1075.photobucket.com/albums/w424/mikeysg64/all_zpsbj3a59fr.jpg)
Naaahhh keep telling that to yourself. You've just scratched the surface and you KNOW it brother!
Picked up these today with what looks to be the original pads (which have seen better days) and cable, which was taped around the headband and not working, so I've replaced it with some cheap steel hookup wire to keep them sounding as original as possible. In need of a good clean and a proper recable, but they work!Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/J2R6S5S.jpg)
Audio Technica ATH-0.5, very good when they were released in 1981 apparently...
definitely in love with ciems. can't unhear newly heard details... but idk if my left seal is bad or if i'm just being picky. i have 30 days to return for refit :\ but dunno if I actually need to or not + extra money/time spent.
My first, and prolly last, high-end DAP........HiFiMan HM 901s + Dock 1why not AKs? 901s does sound very good, but i doubt about the longevity..Show Image(http://i1075.photobucket.com/albums/w424/mikeysg64/05_zpsf6zsuqbe.jpg)
New cans, AH-D5000 ;DHey, 'grats on the purchase! As an owner of both the AH-D7000 and AH-D2000, I do believe you're gonna love it! :thumb: The Denons have great clarity, very good bass (a tad less tight on the D2000, but the D5000 should be good like the D7000) and something of a sparkle. Love mine!Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/IktDjA6.jpg)
some of ppl here really have an interesting (and scary) setup..Nah, though the AK240/380 do sound very good, their pricetags can be a little off-putting. I'd gotten my HM901s and Dock 1 from a friend who's giving up his portable gear, so the price was right! ;D And yes, the SQ on the HM901s is pretty damn good, it has oodles of raw power as it can even power my HEK up to loud enough volume with headroom to spare.My first, and prolly last, high-end DAP........HiFiMan HM 901s + Dock 1why not AKs? 901s does sound very good, but i doubt about the longevity..Show Image(http://i1075.photobucket.com/albums/w424/mikeysg64/05_zpsf6zsuqbe.jpg)
New cans, AH-D5000 ;DHey, 'grats on the purchase! As an owner of both the AH-D7000 and AH-D2000, I do believe you're gonna love it! :thumb: The Denons have great clarity, very good bass (a tad less tight on the D2000, but the D5000 should be good like the D7000) and something of a sparkle. Love mine!Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/IktDjA6.jpg)
Nice! Love them so far myself.Eh, I tend to use pricier DAC combo/stack for my cans, I've tried my Denons on my Oppo HA-1 combo, as well as on my Gustard X12 + H10 stack and the Denons do sound quite lovely, no hiss, crackle or pop at all. I play music - DSD128, DSD64, WAV, FLAC and MP3 - thru Foobar2k. You can try Schiit DAC and amp stacks, read very good impressions and reviews about them. I've already sold my Schiit gear, but I used to have the first gen Lyr and Vali, the latter despite its diminutive size was able to handle my Beyerdynamic DT990 600 Ohms quite easily. Oh yeah, the Lyr did have an issue with noise floor I believe, with nothing playing, I did hear a soft hum (I'd to turn up volume a bit though, at the sane level I listen to, I don't hear the hum), either that, or my Lyr was faulty to begin with. :p
What DAC do you use with your Denons?
The sound card on my XPS 13 doesn't have any noise, but sadly it seems to generate some small crackles on some frequencies, which I never heard before using that pair of cans. Those crackles don't exist when I use my D5Ks on another source, which makes me pretty sure that it's coming from the Intel chipset.
That problem makes classical piano really bad to hear, for example :(
Do you have any zero noise DAC to recommend? :)
Eh, I tend to use pricier DAC combo/stack for my cans, I've tried my Denons on my Oppo HA-1 combo, as well as on my Gustard X12 + H10 stack and the Denons do sound quite lovely, no hiss, crackle or pop at all. I play music - DSD128, DSD64, WAV, FLAC and MP3 - thru Foobar2k. You can try Schiit DAC and amp stacks, read very good impressions and reviews about them. I've already sold my Schiit gear, but I used to have the first gen Lyr and Vali, the latter despite its diminutive size was able to handle my Beyerdynamic DT990 600 Ohms quite easily. Oh yeah, the Lyr did have an issue with noise floor I believe, with nothing playing, I did hear a soft hum (I'd to turn up volume a bit though, at the sane level I listen to, I don't hear the hum), either that, or my Lyr was faulty to begin with. :p
You can also read up on the JDS Labs Objective2, though at that price level, I'd rather look at a Schiit Magni + Modi (Gen2? Uber?) stack. Just took note of your XPS 13 reference, so you wanna use the DAC at home? Or portability is a factor? Oh yeah, you can consider the iFi iDSD Nano, great portable unit that does FLAC/WAV/DSD/MP3 well enough, adds a little warmth to the sound. I guess you can read up on them and I'm sure there're literally dozens and dozens of others to choose from.
Yo, where can I get replacement pads for my th600?Here you go, Brainwav Velour Memory foam replacement pads....
Thanks! The fake leather on mine has started to peel :(No problemo! ;) I had the same peeling/flaking on my original AH-D2000.....that's why I hate fake leather! Anyway, I'd ordered and gotten a pair of Lawton Angle pads, took out the real leather (at least, I think it is as it's more resilient) pads on my AH-D7000 and replaced them with the Lawtons. I then took the pads that were on the AH-D7000 and put them on the AH-D2000 and could not be happier with the result....
Nice! Heard great things about Superlux cans, haven't had the chance to rty one myself though. BTW, are those on-ears or over-ears? Looks to be on-ears to me.....
Yeah I was gonna get lawton pads for my th600 but i barely wear them now lol rip demik
Yeah I was gonna get lawton pads for my th600 but i barely wear them now lol rip demik
Will now with your broke ass nobles OnO
The Sennheiser Orpheus powering on:Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/UqOUA56.gif)
Yeah couldn't have typed it better myself. Holy moly!The Sennheiser Orpheus powering on:Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/UqOUA56.gif)
There's something powering on in my pants! Hubbahubba! That looks just out of this world sexy!
I just got a pair of Philips SHP9500's for cheap online. I'm new to audio gear, but so far I quite like them.
They're really comfortable and have nice deep bass.
Although, if anyone could rec some cheaper closed headphones, I'd appreciate it cause the SHP9500's are open ear and I can't really use 'em in public.
Sennheiser HD 280 PROsMore suitable for monitoring, good build quality, potentially uncomfortable.
Sennheiser HD 280 PROsMore suitable for monitoring, good build quality, potentially uncomfortable.
If you like them, it's decent, say, mid-tier. But they may expose flaws in recordings and there are much more comfortable cans out there.
I just got a pair of Sennheiser HD 280 PROs at a yard sale for $2. They're practically brand new.Whoa Nellie! Good score! :thumb: That SMSL unit can do up to 24bit/96kHz like my NuForce uDAC3. As long as it can handle your preferred music formats and gets loud enough, then it's good enough,
I've never really gotten into headphones or quality audio setups.
I was wondering how you guys would rate these in combination with an SMSL SD793-II DAC/Amp?
right now i'm using an optical connection from my computer motherboard.
on a scale of frayed Apple headphones to the best possible setup imaginable
Yeah I wasn't totally blown away by the HD800 when I got to briefly demo them at a local meet up (ironically it was a keyboard meet). I do wanna try the 800S though!
auditioning some higher end headphones gave me a greater appreciation of my dt990s, they still fared extremely well against hd800, 800 S, and even stax sr-009. also, very pleased with how well my anedio D1dac/amp setup does against sennheiser hdva800, and a marantz hd-dac1 and stax srm007. imo the D1 performs slightly better than even the hdva800, which is a pleasant surprise considering the cost difference, as well as how much i paid for my D1I have the DT990 Premium and it does hold up well against the HD800, but I do feel that the HD800 is more resolving and add to that, its well known soundstage separates it from the DT990. I listen to them on my Oppo HA-1 (and sometimes on my Gustard X12/H10 stack) and the difference between the two is subtle but appreciable.
Can't wait for padawan to get the new focals that are coming out next month.Just send me the 3999USD and I'd get it......for sure! :p
Can't wait for padawan to get the new focals that are coming out next month.Just send me the 3999USD and I'd get it......for sure! :p
Well, I'm getting the Elears probably, sooo no?Perhaps the Elears, but not so soon though....gonna wait for more feedback first.
So my dog broke my cheap audio technicas, so I decided to grow a few and buy this. Hope it was a good decision lolShow Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160701/91baaf119d02675f47e8b3f20f1a7fe5.jpg)
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T40rp mk3So my dog broke my cheap audio technicas, so I decided to grow a few and buy this. Hope it was a good decision lolShow Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160701/91baaf119d02675f47e8b3f20f1a7fe5.jpg)
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Which pair of Fostex are those?
T40rp mk3First thing you've gotta do when you get the T40RP is to swap out the stock pads with Brainwav or the Alpha pads. The stock pads on my T50RP Mk2 was pretty uncomfortable, treble sounded a tad harsh and grainy, mids was too forward and bass was somewhat lacking. When I'd swapped out the stock pads with a pair of Alpha pads, it made a world of difference. Suddenly treble had smoothed out, mids was more balanced and bass was accented......and the Alpha pads were soooooo comfortable to boot! :thumb:
Kinda wanted t50s but these were the only set with prime.
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Oh trust me I knew about the pads ;)T40rp mk3First thing you've gotta do when you get the T40RP is to swap out the stock pads with Brainwav or the Alpha pads. The stock pads on my T50RP Mk2 was pretty uncomfortable, treble sounded a tad harsh and grainy, mids was too forward and bass was somewhat lacking. When I'd swapped out the stock pads with a pair of Alpha pads, it made a world of difference. Suddenly treble had smoothed out, mids was more balanced and bass was accented......and the Alpha pads were soooooo comfortable to boot! :thumb:
Kinda wanted t50s but these were the only set with prime.
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Oh trust me I knew about the pads ;)T40rp mk3First thing you've gotta do when you get the T40RP is to swap out the stock pads with Brainwav or the Alpha pads. The stock pads on my T50RP Mk2 was pretty uncomfortable, treble sounded a tad harsh and grainy, mids was too forward and bass was somewhat lacking. When I'd swapped out the stock pads with a pair of Alpha pads, it made a world of difference. Suddenly treble had smoothed out, mids was more balanced and bass was accented......and the Alpha pads were soooooo comfortable to boot! :thumb:
Kinda wanted t50s but these were the only set with prime.
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Finally got an AMP/DAC...now I'm looking to purchase some new headphones. Stuck between the new Fostex TR90's, HiFiMan HE400s, or the AKG K553 Pro.
Unless of course one of you has a better suggestion?
Finally got an AMP/DAC...now I'm looking to purchase some new headphones. Stuck between the new Fostex TR90's, HiFiMan HE400s, or the AKG K553 Pro.
Unless of course one of you has a better suggestion?
I like the fidelio x2 a bit more than any of those three, but if I were to have two pair of headphones, the k553 would be the second pair. I'd mod the cable almost immediately, though, but yeah. Another closed option that seems to be past fotm is the meze 99 classics, but I haven't had an urge to buy them myself yet.
Has anyone heard of this brand of headphone before?
http://www.bravoheadphones.com/
Has anyone heard of this brand of headphone before?
http://www.bravoheadphones.com/
nope. and I'm having trouble seeing how they've managed to make an electrostatic headphone that doesn't require an amp...
Koss PortaPros plugged into my motherboard's onboard audio. Supa hi-end, yo.Show Image(http://www.digimedia.ru/UserFiles/image/materials/2009/august/idozers/KOSS_Porta_Pro.jpg)
i just got some audio technica ath-m50's. so far they are better than any other headphone Ive ever tried. im looking forward to seeing how far down the rabbit hole good headphones will take me.
i just got some audio technica ath-m50's. so far they are better than any other headphone Ive ever tried. im looking forward to seeing how far down the rabbit hole good headphones will take me.
Hows the build quality, I don't know why but I'm a little skeptical about picking up a pair.
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First time post here :O
These bad boys are sadly going back to make room for my HD650s. I just sold my Poker and Pulse combo and looking to build my first proper amp: Bottlehead Crack Speedball combo
Just remembered I have an old high end cable in my drawer, I was using it with a Noble Audio Savant a while back, sold it and dumped the cable into my drawer. Anyway, the cable is an Effect Audio Thor Silver 8 Conductor cable and is pretty high end, I'm tickled pink as this is the first time I have a cable attached to an IEM which costs way, way, waaaaay less than the cable itself.Show Image(http://i1075.photobucket.com/albums/w424/mikeysg64/effect%20audio%20thor%20silver%208%20wire_zpsjrr8o4ts.jpg)
sell me cable for cheep ;'(Can't comment about the ED12 + Thor Silver, but I'd initially not put much stock into this 'cable makes a difference' talk.....in fact, I'd thought that peeps who believed in this 'myth' are pretty gullible. But (and you knew this was coming), I was pretty surprised, nay, shocked when I'd tried my Campfire Jupiter with stock tinsel cable vs ALO SXC24 cable. Perhaps the tinsel cable sucked, I dunno, but even to a guy like me, who doesn't have the best hearing around, the ALO SXC24 cable seemed to opened up the sound a little more (more 'airy' and better soundstage) and mids seemed to have moved forward by a little. I tried A/B'ing between tinsel and SXC24 hoping that I'd imagined the difference.....picked up on the same differences between time after time. I was told that IEM's respond more positively to changes in cables compared to cans due to the way they are constructed using BA's and crossovers.
on an equally serious note, does the cable actually make a sound quality difference? I've only experienced this with headphones, but all the CIEM cables I see are expensive as ****.
I'm sort of a Massdrop addict so my headphones are all from there:
- Fostex TH-X00s (Love them so much)
- AKG K553 Pro (Haven't received yet)
- Final Audio Heaven IIs (IEMs - They're good)
It's hard to pass up on some of the really good deals Massdrop has sometimes. Almost jumped on the Fostex TH-X00's with the ebony finish.DO you really find the HD700 to be heavy? Then you really ought to build up your neck muscles by getting an Audeze LCD series can, they're great for working on and building neck muscles! :D When I had the HD700 myself, I thought it sounded rather dark, very nice lush bass, but kinda weak on the top end.....ended up sounding rather dark to me.
Since then I have grabbed a pair of HD-700's that are in pristine condition. I'm impressed with the building quality and of course the sound. More closed back the the HD-600's and quite a bit heavier too so I'm having a hard time deciding which to keep. I will probably get the Project Ember II amp before I make my final decision.
@ PadawanGeek - I've looked at the images of your collection and dear god man! You have some mighty nice cans....giggity!
It's hard to pass up on some of the really good deals Massdrop has sometimes. Almost jumped on the Fostex TH-X00's with the ebony finish.DO you really find the HD700 to be heavy? Then you really ought to build up your neck muscles by getting an Audeze LCD series can, they're great for working on and building neck muscles! :D When I had the HD700 myself, I thought it sounded rather dark, very nice lush bass, but kinda weak on the top end.....ended up sounding rather dark to me.
Since then I have grabbed a pair of HD-700's that are in pristine condition. I'm impressed with the building quality and of course the sound. More closed back the the HD-600's and quite a bit heavier too so I'm having a hard time deciding which to keep. I will probably get the Project Ember II amp before I make my final decision.
@ PadawanGeek - I've looked at the images of your collection and dear god man! You have some mighty nice cans....giggity!
I was gonna get a Focal Elear later this week, was mentally masturbating over it, kinda hard to just such a purchase in light of the number of great cans I have. Finally decided to ditch the Elear in favor of a 21:9 34" monitor. Gonna check out the few such monitors available here in my neck of the woods. Should be getting one by the end of the week'ish.
HD-700's are pretty heavy in general for headphones but I was mostly comparing the weight difference between it and the HD-600's. I have tried on a pair of LCD 2's and I agree...them cans are heavy! I'm loving the HD-700's sound though. The highs aren't as detailed as I would like but that could also be my Fiio e17 not pushing enough power to it. So I'll make my final judgement once I get the other headphone amp.I had a pair of LCD2.2 nF, but the weight and the Audeze signature sound didn't quite agree with me, sold it off after 'bout a year or so. That's the great thing about this hobby, everyone's entitled to his/her opinion as to what headphones sound good to him/her. We can agree to disagree amicably, that's what's so great about the audio sub-forum here, everyone respects the opinions of the other, nobody's gotten into a hissy fit simply because you don't agree with them. I'd mentioned this a while back: I was in another audio sub forum where a guy threw a fit when I chose to ignore his 'sagely' advice, insisted I was wrong to buy what I'd bought (an iFi iDSD Micro) and that I should not ignore his advice because he thought of himself as an audio guru in that forum. :rolleyes:
I would highly suggest the Acer Predator X34. As much as I can vouch that Focal makes some amazing audio equipment....you sir haveto manythe right amount of headphones. ;)
Got these in the mail yesterday, pretty sweet headphones.Nice! The new version of the T50RP, I have the older version and had it modded with the Mayflower mod kit plus Comfort band (actually from Sennheiser though Mayflower sells it), trouble is, I forgot to bookmark the page of HF which I'd followed for the mod.....now, I dunno what mod I'd done. :'( One thing's a must though, if the earpads on the V3 is anything like those on the previous model, then a change in earpads is in order. I have replaced the stock earpads of my T50RP with an old pair of Alpha pads (from my MrSpeakers Alpha Dog, I had gotten a brand new pair of Alpha pads for it) and it was a game changer, I noticed an immediate improvement in mids and treble, bass sounded about the same....perhaps more controlled, little wonder MrSpeakers made a wad of cash from the T50RP mods and driver, they're quite responsive to mods. Here's my baby with the Alpha pads...Show Image(http://imgur.com/roMlN83.jpg)
I could use an amp for sure though so I guess I'll have to look for something lol :rolleyes: :p
Cool Mods! I am definately going to get some new earpads for the first thing I do, I was looking through a list of T50 mods oh lord.Exactamundo! :)) Don't make the same mistake I did by not bookmarking the page on which you wanna copy the mod. I say this again, the earpads made a big difference to me, so be sure to look for a good alternative to replace that stock ones.....and yeah, have fun! :thumb:
Hi Headphone nerds. How am I doing so far?Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/xEC50Jg.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/e0b9ZLV.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/DMR2b6z.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/TKL2oeI.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/gq4BSjA.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/ZDgsxTy.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/KVPE8QR.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/KKi5VqP.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/7mGimZ4.jpg)
Full album can be found here: http://imgur.com/a/qqEmZ
I am dying to hear some feedback and/or tips.
Finally got down to setting up the new beastly monitor on my desk, which happens to look pretty small now, guess I'll be in the market for a larger desk soon. Anyway, have replaced my AOC 29" UW with the Acer and it's a gorgeous display. I've been using my Oppo HA-1 + AKG K812 (I'd just realized the K812 hasn't been burnt in yet, so it's my go to can for now....pardon the rather dark image, my room isn't that bright and the camera didn't do diddly to brighten the scene.Show Image(http://i1075.photobucket.com/albums/w424/mikeysg64/1_zpsswtqmcfc.jpg)
Edit - Since this is more of a keyboard centric forum, it's GH after all, my two keyboards are:
KBT Pure Pro Cherry MX Green (green LED)
Keyboard Paradise KBPV6000 Cherry MX White (blue LED)
I am looking at buying a pair Audio Technica headphones.. currently choosing between the m20x and m30x (budget). You guys have any input?Must it be closed back like the M30X? If you're open to open back cans, Philips SHP9500 would be better especially if you game since it's an open can, it'd have wider soundstage for more accurate positional gaming, and is excellent for music as well. But, it cost a little more at 76USD vs 60USD for the M30X.
I am looking at buying a pair Audio Technica headphones.. currently choosing between the m20x and m30x (budget). You guys have any input?Must it be closed back like the M30X? If you're open to open back cans, Philips SHP9500 would be better especially if you game since it's an open can, it'd have wider soundstage for more accurate positional gaming, and is excellent for music as well. But, it cost a little more at 76USD vs 60USD for the M30X.
https://www.amazon.com/Philips-SHP9500-Precision-Over-ear-Headphones/dp/B00ENMK1DW/ref=sr_1_1?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1474426369&sr=8-1&keywords=philips+shp9500
If your surrounding is noisy, or if you wish to NOT disturb anybody nearby (since open back cans leak sound), then the M30X would have to do.
Edit - Made a little boo-boo about my keyboards, the Pure Pro is MX Blue, NOT MX green. I've since replaced the KBPV6000 MX White with a KBT Race II MX Blue, I can't live w/o the arrow keys...using Fn to enable arrow keys is plain annoying.
My left ear has been really sensitive lately, not sure if it's just me or if my left ciem got damaged somehow. Just randomly I'll get some really loose bass that I had never heard before in familiar songs. On some occasions it was from improperly inserting the monitor but I'm just a lil paranoid - only started happening recently.
@Lansky - those ear pads look SUPER comfy! Do they hurt the audio quality at all?
Hmmm, I have the Fidelio X1 as well, I find the bass on it to be pretty decent, it doesn't overwhelms mids and treble though it doesn't sound bright/sparkly. Adding the HM5 would definitely boost bass, but wouldn't be too overpowering then?
Here are my households current headphones:If you like what you have, it'd be a great idea to NOT go in too deeply into this wallet draining hobby. :eek: I started out with the intention of getting two or three good headphones and a DAC (stack or combo) or two. Dunno how in the world I ended up with >10 cans and two DAC combo and a DAC stack.
Headphones:
Sennheiser HD650
Sennheiser HD280 Pro
Audio-Technica ATH-ESW9A
Ultimate-Ears Super.Fi 5 Pro
Bang and Olufsen BeoPlay H6
Alesis DRP100
Headphone amp/s (that I'm aware of):
Talisman T-3H Midnight amplifier
-Joshua
Hey bmilcs looks like you did a great job on the Bottlehead Crack. Just curious - what headphone are you going to pair it with?
I can't imagine being able to afford anything that comes close to this level of audio quality. Plus the fun level is through the roof.
HD650, Speedball'ed Crack. MmMm. Can't wait to tinker further with the Bottlehead... add some new tubes and a new pot maybe :D. Anyone know any good methods of finishing wood?
I can't imagine being able to afford anything that comes close to this level of audio quality. Plus the fun level is through the roof.
HD650, Speedball'ed Crack. MmMm. Can't wait to tinker further with the Bottlehead... add some new tubes and a new pot maybe :D. Anyone know any good methods of finishing wood?
Glow in the dark pigment mixed in epoxy and then inlayed into wood.
http://indulgd.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/glow-2.jpg
I can't imagine being able to afford anything that comes close to this level of audio quality. Plus the fun level is through the roof.
HD650, Speedball'ed Crack. MmMm. Can't wait to tinker further with the Bottlehead... add some new tubes and a new pot maybe :D. Anyone know any good methods of finishing wood?
Glow in the dark pigment mixed in epoxy and then inlayed into wood.
http://indulgd.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/glow-2.jpg
I can't imagine being able to afford anything that comes close to this level of audio quality. Plus the fun level is through the roof.
HD650, Speedball'ed Crack. MmMm. Can't wait to tinker further with the Bottlehead... add some new tubes and a new pot maybe :D. Anyone know any good methods of finishing wood?
Glow in the dark pigment mixed in epoxy and then inlayed into wood.
http://indulgd.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/glow-2.jpg
that looks a little too tacky for a bottlehead crack... when i think of tube amps a more classic, and elegant look would suit it more
how do you guys justify having so many cans. I have hd598, k7xx, thx00, beats(dont judge), plus IEMs. I need to sell =/No justification needed actually, just the sheer fun of having a few cans which you can choose from depending on mood. I mean, sometimes, I'm in the mood for some head banging bass (NOT basshead level though), I'd reach for my Denon AH-D7000/D2000, or DT990. Sometimes, I want a little laid back sound to relax to, I'd reach for my HEK or MrSpeakers Alpha Dog. When I'm into orchestral pieces, the HD800 is my 'go to' can, for chamber music, it'd be my K812 or HE560.....you get the idea.
how do you guys justify having so many cans. I have hd598, k7xx, thx00, beats(dont judge), plus IEMs. I need to sell =/Well, just another (expensive) hobby - just like the keyboards. ;D (And we haven't even started on photography or cars yet.)
Harman is supposedly killing the AKG brand. RIP
Ok I won't yet, I have other things I need to get before then. Maybe I'll wait a year and a half before getting a new CIEM unless I find one I like used to get refit for a good price.
Gonna have the hardest time decided which flagship I want when it comes time :\
Ok I won't yet, I have other things I need to get before then. Maybe I'll wait a year and a half before getting a new CIEM unless I find one I like used to get refit for a good price.
Gonna have the hardest time decided which flagship I want when it comes time :\
I have the same problem. I want a new ciem, a bassy one this time for sure, but other things that I prioritize buying before and waiting for the best deal :<
I have a foundness for vintage audio gear and have acquired some nice stuff (imho) most notably a Sony ES stack : TA-N77ES/ TA-E77ESD/700ES/730ES/ SDP-777ES.
I am currently debating if to jump on the HD6XX on massdrop which will be $199 ... when it goes live on the 8th. Mostly at home I use beyerdynamic DT880 Premium 250Ohms headphones.. additionally I own DT770 Pro 80's, ATH-M50 (diy removable cable mod) / ATH-M50X, Sony MDR-V6 and I have a few more laying about Pioneer SE-A1000..etc.Show Image(http://i1330.photobucket.com/albums/w574/atarione/dt880_zpsumfel5gt.jpg)Show Image(http://i1330.photobucket.com/albums/w574/atarione/modM50_zpsr2azvuph.jpg)Show Image(http://i1330.photobucket.com/albums/w574/atarione/fitzTAN77ES_zpsc6cnmixr.jpg)
While I'm on a headphone buying hiatus, I was in another forum recommending some cheap China made IEM's I'd read about (TFZ Series 1/2/3, Knowledge Zenith aka KZ, etc) when it struck me that I'm recommending stuff that I'd had no experience with. Well, I decided that it was time to muck around with IEM's, and cheap ones at that! I'd gone out to grab two pairs from the KZ Acoustics range - ZS3 and ED12. Though I'm having a proper seal issue with the ZS3 with the supplied ear tips (will remedy this, and improve on the ED12 by getting Comply tips), the KZ ED12 is proving to be quite true of what I'm hearing in the various forums here in my neck of the woods. They do sound good! Initial impression of the ED12: Nice almost balanced sound with a hint of forward mids and a touch bass boost (tight and NOT at all loose), it's warm sounding to me....will do further listening on my HM901s with Discrete Amp card.MoreShow Image(http://i1075.photobucket.com/albums/w424/mikeysg64/china%20iem2_zpsl1ivdvrj.jpg)
got a new cable, iems sound bassier now, intersting..
need a new DAP now
i mean i abx'd it just now it's not like it's a subtle difference...
i mean i abx'd it just now it's not like it's a subtle difference...
The main problem is..
How to establish a reference point..
If you've heard no Proper demonstration of what sounded right..
Comparison and rankings could not be made.
They're all equivalently good whispers of what MAY be the right sound..
Which is why those who invest in high end audiophile gear are daft people..
Especially the middle of the road people..
i mean i abx'd it just now it's not like it's a subtle difference...
The main problem is..
How to establish a reference point..
If you've heard no Proper demonstration of what sounded right..
Comparison and rankings could not be made.
They're all equivalently good whispers of what MAY be the right sound..
Which is why those who invest in high end audiophile gear are daft people..
Especially the middle of the road people..
this isn't about what sounds right, this is just stock cable = less bass, new cable = more bass. 3.5mm y splitter, 1 cable for one ear, another cable for the other ear. very clear noticeable difference. whether one is "better" than the other or not, I don't really care. was just a simple observation
Got myself a t50rp mk3.
Still deciding on how I'm going to mod it.
Liking it so far out of the box.
Got myself a t50rp mk3.
Still deciding on how I'm going to mod it.
Liking it so far out of the box.
Just checked them out. Nice. Using them at home or you have a portable setup on you?
Got myself a t50rp mk3.
Still deciding on how I'm going to mod it.
Liking it so far out of the box.
Just checked them out. Nice. Using them at home or you have a portable setup on you?
Using em for both at the moment.
For work with a dacport slim and at home with a grace desing m9xx.
Small ear pads hurt my ears, when I listen longer than 3-4 hours..
So i'm looking to replace them first.
But they say if you make the distance from your ears bigger the sound gets worse.
It's like I'm on 4chan.If it was 4chan we'd all be crouched under beds on laptops looking at and postinc horrific darknet things.
Got myself a t50rp mk3.
Still deciding on how I'm going to mod it.
Liking it so far out of the box.
Just checked them out. Nice. Using them at home or you have a portable setup on you?
Using em for both at the moment.
For work with a dacport slim and at home with a grace desing m9xx.
Small ear pads hurt my ears, when I listen longer than 3-4 hours..
So i'm looking to replace them first.
But they say if you make the distance from your ears bigger the sound gets worse.
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B005OM06RG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I bought these and I am loving them not too much added distance, soft, nice padding, and also makes them a bit more open compared to the leather pads which I think makes them sound better.
Got myself a t50rp mk3.
Still deciding on how I'm going to mod it.
Liking it so far out of the box.
Just checked them out. Nice. Using them at home or you have a portable setup on you?
Using em for both at the moment.
For work with a dacport slim and at home with a grace desing m9xx.
Small ear pads hurt my ears, when I listen longer than 3-4 hours..
So i'm looking to replace them first.
But they say if you make the distance from your ears bigger the sound gets worse.
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B005OM06RG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I bought these and I am loving them not too much added distance, soft, nice padding, and also makes them a bit more open compared to the leather pads which I think makes them sound better.
Ended up getting the brainwav pads.
Sounds a lot better right away, it really makes it sound more open indeed.
It was a pain getting them on tho haha.
I've got some modified DT-770s, I'd definitely pair it with an amp... Granted your source is good. No use in amplifying a poor source. Mine are running Modi Multibit > Vali 2 with a Gold Lion tube, they sound wonderful. I'd like to try a SS amp though. It has been a while since they were fed through one, but I remember it being nice. You can't go wrong with the Magni 2. Someone on the forums here was selling an Asgard 2 for like 140 USD, crazy deal. Might wanna dig through there and find if it's still available.
Also, the Alpha Pads on the DT-770 is a crazy good pairing. They're expensive af, but they're really, really great.
Here's a link to the Asgard 2 ad on here:
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=85863.0
If you're in the market for an amp, I'd snatch that sucker up. I'm trying to stop myself from buying it.
and LAMB LEATHER?! really? why not sheep leather :/
and LAMB LEATHER?! really? why not sheep leather :/
Ill leave that one to you. As my quote says, shipping that to HI would be ridiculous.
according to usps and amazon's dimensions, the shipping from austin to HI would be $30.81. Too expensive for me. The amp is $40 more expensive than the Magni 2 also. The deals all yours ;)Ill leave that one to you. As my quote says, shipping that to HI would be ridiculous.
Not really... ! Domestic shipping would be less than 25 dollars (and that's for Priority mail). AFAIK that amp is in Texas.
I'd consider the V20 an audio related purchase (with Smartphone benefits) as it's just about the best sound I've heard coming from a cellphone. I'd put it above my Fiio X3 II (thus making it redundant) in SQ. Some have said it performs like a mid tier DAP, clean and clear and transparent. Plug in a high impedance headphone, and it switches to a more powerful sound (apparently, the headphone jack detects a high impedance can - =/> 50 Ohm - connected to it and will power the can accordingly). I tired my ATH-R70x (98dB sensitivity, 470 Ohm) and the phone powered it with authority with room to spare. Even heard of some trying their Audeze LCD's on the V20 and coming away pleased with what they hear. Heck, I'm now wondering what to do with my HiFiMan HM901s and Fiio X3 II......that's how good the phone sounds to me. :thumb:Show Image(https://i1075.photobucket.com/albums/w424/mikeysg64/LG%20V20_zpsionjr8gt.jpg)
Nice. Sounds like a very promising phone if I ever think about changing my LG G2. But some people I know has a Nexus 6P and they say that everything is super nice except that it's a shovel. How you're getting along with it's shear size? And maybe you know how would V20 compare to a G5 with B&O module? Can't really find a comparison between V20 and G5+B&O module.I'm in Asia, so mine's the one with the B&O moniker, so I guess it's been tuned by B&O. As for size, I've always been dealing with phones that are a little on the large side, like my old Note 3 and LG G Pro 2 (both 5.7" screen size), compromised a little with the Xperia Z5 Premium at 5.5" and now back to 5.7" again with the V20.....so, size's not an issue with me. Been trying out a couple of cans on it, it sounds pretty good with good clarity, nice tight bass....no distortion at higher volumes. I tried it with my ATH-R70x (470 ohm, 98 dB sensitivity) and my modded T50RP (50 ohm, 98 dB) and I could get to loud enough volume with room to spare.
I keep thinking about getting back in this, but the only headphones I want to upgrade into are the elears...
Well, maybe PM3 or meze 99 classics. But that would take away from shoes and guns and I listen to music more in the car again and I need to drop another $1000ish on parts for that build out.
Any STAX fans here? I really just use my Portapros or earbuds like VE Monk most often.
It's like I'm on 4chan.If it was 4chan we'd all be crouched under beds on laptops looking at and postinc horrific darknet things.
Got a pair of Focal Sphears today for super cheap on amazon finally.
Totally worth it.
Picked up those hifiman he350 cans from massdrop... they arent comfortable for me but otherwise they sound ok. I think i'll sell em though and pick up something else to replace my seinnheiser hd85s.Show Image(https://massdrop-s3.imgix.net/product-images/massdrop-x-hifiman-he-350/MD-17347_20160425222258_cb5ba75e2aa13f59.jpg)
too bad they're not planar...
Picked up those hifiman he350 cans from massdrop... they arent comfortable for me but otherwise they sound ok. I think i'll sell em though and pick up something else to replace my seinnheiser hd85s.Show Image(https://massdrop-s3.imgix.net/product-images/massdrop-x-hifiman-he-350/MD-17347_20160425222258_cb5ba75e2aa13f59.jpg)
Changing the pads can improve the comfort dramatically, but it'll also change the sound signature. On top of the discomfort, I found them to be a tad shrill and lacking in bass in stock form. I put Dekoni memory foam pads on my HE-350 and I am very pleased with the result.
Picked up those hifiman he350 cans from massdrop... they arent comfortable for me but otherwise they sound ok. I think i'll sell em though and pick up something else to replace my seinnheiser hd85s.Show Image(https://massdrop-s3.imgix.net/product-images/massdrop-x-hifiman-he-350/MD-17347_20160425222258_cb5ba75e2aa13f59.jpg)
Changing the pads can improve the comfort dramatically, but it'll also change the sound signature. On top of the discomfort, I found them to be a tad shrill and lacking in bass in stock form. I put Dekoni memory foam pads on my HE-350 and I am very pleased with the result.
Thanks i'll look in to getting those new pads. Its really just under the ear and jaw junction thats killing me from these rock hard pads that came with it. That reminds me i want to order the XL pads for my v-moda 100's that are my carry around cans.
I will say that the highs are mellowing out a bit after a couple hundred hours of use. I'm not sure if its just me getting used to them or they're actually softening up but i've left my itunes playing for a week straight through the headphones.
Anyone know some good mods for dt770 pros (250)? paired with a schiit magni.
Just snagged a pair of ZMF Classics for quite a bargain. Really looking forward to them, now I need to sell off my old cans!
I'd consider the V20 an audio related purchase (with Smartphone benefits) as it's just about the best sound I've heard coming from a cellphone. I'd put it above my Fiio X3 II (thus making it redundant) in SQ. Some have said it performs like a mid tier DAP, clean and clear and transparent. Plug in a high impedance headphone, and it switches to a more powerful sound (apparently, the headphone jack detects a high impedance can - =/> 50 Ohm - connected to it and will power the can accordingly). I tired my ATH-R70x (98dB sensitivity, 470 Ohm) and the phone powered it with authority with room to spare. Even heard of some trying their Audeze LCD's on the V20 and coming away pleased with what they hear. Heck, I'm now wondering what to do with my HiFiMan HM901s and Fiio X3 II......that's how good the phone sounds to me. :thumb:Show Image(https://i1075.photobucket.com/albums/w424/mikeysg64/LG%20V20_zpsionjr8gt.jpg)
Just snagged a pair of ZMF Classics for quite a bargain. Really looking forward to them, now I need to sell off my old cans!
Absolutely loving my ZMFs. I got the Vibro Mk II through Massdrop.
It's been a painful wait for the Atticus and Eikon, but I'm very excited for them.I'd consider the V20 an audio related purchase (with Smartphone benefits) as it's just about the best sound I've heard coming from a cellphone. I'd put it above my Fiio X3 II (thus making it redundant) in SQ. Some have said it performs like a mid tier DAP, clean and clear and transparent. Plug in a high impedance headphone, and it switches to a more powerful sound (apparently, the headphone jack detects a high impedance can - =/> 50 Ohm - connected to it and will power the can accordingly). I tired my ATH-R70x (98dB sensitivity, 470 Ohm) and the phone powered it with authority with room to spare. Even heard of some trying their Audeze LCD's on the V20 and coming away pleased with what they hear. Heck, I'm now wondering what to do with my HiFiMan HM901s and Fiio X3 II......that's how good the phone sounds to me. :thumb:Show Image(https://i1075.photobucket.com/albums/w424/mikeysg64/LG%20V20_zpsionjr8gt.jpg)
Man, I'm awful. Despite having my V20 since November, I just haven't tried using any of my cans on it yet to take advantage of the audio-focus it has. Probably comes from never using my phone as my primary DAP and not having a good travel case for anything buy my Crossfade LPs. Probably going to give it a go tonight.
I need a new pair of headphones to use at work. Currently I use the ATH-M50 driven by a Little Dot MkIII, which are perfectly adequate for commuter headphones, but a bit flat in overall sound quality. Any recommendations for over-ear closed-back headphones in the sub-$250 range?
Looking for relatively normal frequency response, I really don't like high or low-end boost. I have a pair of Mad Dogs I use at home, and Sennheiser HD598, which would be perfect except they're open-backed.
Suggestions?
I need a new pair of headphones to use at work. Currently I use the ATH-M50 driven by a Little Dot MkIII, which are perfectly adequate for commuter headphones, but a bit flat in overall sound quality. Any recommendations for over-ear closed-back headphones in the sub-$250 range?
Looking for relatively normal frequency response, I really don't like high or low-end boost. I have a pair of Mad Dogs I use at home, and Sennheiser HD598, which would be perfect except they're open-backed.
Suggestions?
You're gonna laugh but get some VE Monks. The $5 earbud, yup. Run em out of your little dot. I'm not joking. Earbuds have come a long long way my man.
Good closed back with flat FR,huh? The Technics DJ1250 can take up to 3mW of power and has an almost ruler flat FR. They are great and you can do anything with them with EQ. insanely honest and versatile.
Guess I wont suggest JVC SZ1000 if you want no low end....
Sony MDR CD900ST are also phenomenal btw. That is a japan market only Sony though. this ain't anything like the MDR V6 you may know.
I personally like Sennheiser HD25 which Superlux makes a clone of that is almost as good. But it might be too forward mids for you...
Have you considered the B&W closed backs?
https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-598-Cs-Headphone/dp/B01JP436TS
god damn TJ got me wanting a jotunheim
Have any of you guys tried changing the cable on akg 701s. The web's full of tutorials but for some reason the cup that I'm supposed to remove is glued on or some ****, already scratched it to **** but it just won't budge.
Have any of you guys tried changing the cable on akg 701s. The web's full of tutorials but for some reason the cup that I'm supposed to remove is glued on or some ****, already scratched it to **** but it just won't budge.
Yeah blast that **** with a heat gun, there is glue for sure.
I just dropped 355 dollars on some Rose cappuccino mk2 IEMs, 2 dynamic and 2 balanced armatures. They sound crazy.
I'm wondering if somewhere in these 90 pages, someone has complained about their ear cartilage being irreparably damaged by Grado's. Checking in if it hasn't been said yet...
I'm wondering if somewhere in these 90 pages, someone has complained about their ear cartilage being irreparably damaged by Grado's. Checking in if it hasn't been said yet...
not grado but my ears have been ringing a lot more since i bought dt990s lol
Currently using HD598s as my gaming headphones, they are really good for positional audio.
My "audiophile" setup is:
Audeze LCD-X
Woo Audio WA22 Amp
Schiit Yggdrasil DAC
All Wywires platinum/silver interconnects.
I'm looking to get a dac and amp soon.. trying to decide between Schiit Johtunheim w/ DAC module and getting a Modi Multi-bit dac to pair with Johtunheim without dac
I've now gone through buying and selling two 598's and just recently my 6XX's, I love them but I just need a solid closed back pair and invest in some at home speakers.
Nice, I need a new dac/amp. Been using a Schiit fulla for the past year since it drives my fidelio x2s fine. Used to have a M/M stack but got rid of it last year. Unfortunately with my new motherboard there is a lot of background noise with the fulla so I think I will have to look at alternatives.
I have the HD 700's now and they are great for gaming. Their ability for positional audio is fantastic (depending on the game of course).
Music still sounds incredible but I do notice a huge difference between them and the HD 600. Thinking the 650's would be the just right in between. Gonna be selling my HD 700's though and take a chance on the Monolith M1060's.
I have the HD 700's now and they are great for gaming. Their ability for positional audio is fantastic (depending on the game of course).
Music still sounds incredible but I do notice a huge difference between them and the HD 600. Thinking the 650's would be the just right in between. Gonna be selling my HD 700's though and take a chance on the Monolith M1060's.
I'd say the HD600 is probably more of an in-between for the HD650 and HD700. The HD650 is a bit darker sounding than the HD600.
I've heard great things about the m1060s.. especially the version 2 improvements over the initial release
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m2u stack + fostex th600
fiio x7 + noble 4c
next up is probably flagship CIEMs next year
potatoShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/TueiE6F.jpg)
m2u stack + fostex th600
fiio x7 + noble 4c
next up is probably flagship CIEMs next year
you finally get the nobles situated? i remember reading you had to send 'em back a couple times
potatoShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/TueiE6F.jpg)
m2u stack + fostex th600
fiio x7 + noble 4c
next up is probably flagship CIEMs next year
I found a pair of Sennheiser HD 6XX's on Craigslist for retail, but I could probably try for $180 or something. Would the Audioengine D1 be fine for these? Or should I look into upgrading?
I found a pair of Sennheiser HD 6XX's on Craigslist for retail, but I could probably try for $180 or something. Would the Audioengine D1 be fine for these? Or should I look into upgrading?
Looking over the specs on the Audioengine D1 it will definitely work to power them. Never having listened to the Audioengine D1 myself I couldn't comment on how good it will sound as a pair with the HD6XX's but it will definitely work.
If you want to get a little crazy however you could go for the Schiit Modi 2 uber, the Schiit Vali 2 and the Genalex Gold Lion E88CC tube. Offers plenty of power plus an incredible amount of added bass to any headphones. I hope you enjoy the HD6XX though, big Sennheiser fan myself.
You could also go towards the Garage1217 Project Starlight tube amp. It's a bit pricier but absolutely the best tube amp for the price.
I fell on the hype of astros, any recommendations for wireless gaming?
I'm on PC. seems like run out of battery all the time. :/I fell on the hype of astros, any recommendations for wireless gaming?
Depends on the platform. I've got A50's for Xbox One my wife gifted me and I honestly love them. I've had to fix them a few times, but that's my own careless fault. For PC, I use my Etymotic Research HF5's 'cause it's easier than swapping out my A50's between the two. I'm not so much the audiophile, and particularly for gaming I just want the advantage of hearing a reload over hearing the music.
My Denon d7000s are on their last aesthetic legs. At this point they are literally being held together with packing tape, although the sound drivers still sound fantastic. I need to swap the 'engine' out in a new body so to speak, but have no idea where to get them repaired.
Got my HD6XX from the seller today, looks to be in just about mint condition. Funny thing about the color though, it looks like black but when the flash from my phone camera struck it, it looks blue.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/18k6Wyk.jpg)
Took out some of my other cans from storage to see how the HD6XX stacks up against them....using my Oppo HA1 as the DAC combo of choice for me.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/PIplNNL.jpg)
Ik this is a headphone thread but I´m looking for speakers around the 400$ mark. Was looking at the ruark mr1 mkii, since it's gotten generally good reviews, do you guys know of any other good bang for the buck speaker?I was gonna recommend a pair of JBL LSR305, or even a pair of KRK Rokit5 G3 (which I'm using) but I'd been reading about the Ruark MR1 Mk II, seems like a good choice.
I need to borrow some dank IEMs while I get my nobles refit :( or buy something cheap... but that doesn't sound very enticing.I'd recommend some ChiFi IEM's, but they do take a while to deliver and by then, you'd prolly have gotten your Noble back. Granted, if you're looking for something to sound like, say, a Noble Savant, I can't think of any ChiFi IEM that's straight up neutral. They'd be somewhat colored sound signature-wise, I have some nice mainstream IEM's (never understood the need for custom jobs, but hey, that's just me being me I guess), but I do have some ChiFi IEM's because -
Joined the current HD6XX drop, pretty excited. I've got a pair of HD555's from way back that I love to death. Have AKG 553's for work which aren't bad but I like a warmer sound. Will be nice to have something for proper home listening and experimenting with amps.
Senn 7/8__ is too much for me. I think I'm over hobbies like keyboards where I just have to try everything and convince myself that I can always sell the stuff I don't end up liking (spoilers: I end up liking everything).Oh man, I can so identify with that, at one stage I had something like 30 or so keyboards, from Cherry MX to Topre to BS, I just had to step away and find something else to tickle my fancy. Went off the deep end with the purchase of a HD800 as my first true audiophile can, and I've not looked back since. Tried out various DAC stack/combos and I've ended up with three audiophile level setups - Oppo HA1, Gustard H10 + X12 stack and a Fostex HPA4 along with a number of cans (15 thus far). I think I'd swapped one money draining hobby for another....
I'm going full milquetoast with headphones: HD6XX(50) and a Schiit Magni + Modi. Can't have too much excitement in my life, it's unhealthy.
But I really like the idea of Denon 5k's, or ZMF Atticus's. FML.
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Came in today. Can probably use the Asgard to heat my apartment for the winter, I knew a Class A would be warm, but I think I underestimated it a little.
Good sound so far, more listening tomorrow. I think the bass was clipping when listening to my HD555's straight from my desktop/laptop, a lot smoother through the amp.
I know that's the Modi but since they moved to the Magni3 on their site, you can get the Magni2 uber on Amazon for $79.00What kind of can are you looking at? Open or closed back? What's your preferred sound signature? What's your budget?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SCBX6FA/ref=s9_acsd_hps_bw_c_x_1_w
I need a serious headphone upgrade. I'm still on these Sennheiser eH150. Looking at the AKG from Massdrop, DT990, or HE-400i.
Any opinions from anyone here? I'll be running through a magni/modi stack. Thanks!
I know that's the Modi but since they moved to the Magni3 on their site, you can get the Magni2 uber on Amazon for $79.00What kind of can are you looking at? Open or closed back? What's your preferred sound signature? What's your budget?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SCBX6FA/ref=s9_acsd_hps_bw_c_x_1_w
I need a serious headphone upgrade. I'm still on these Sennheiser eH150. Looking at the AKG from Massdrop, DT990, or HE-400i.
Any opinions from anyone here? I'll be running through a magni/modi stack. Thanks!
Has anyone had experience with Moon Audio cables?
https://www.moon-audio.com/ (https://www.moon-audio.com/)
Has anyone had experience with Moon Audio cables?
https://www.moon-audio.com/ (https://www.moon-audio.com/)
They are walking distance from my house. I could go up there this week and get the inside scoop on their stuff. I need to go test some amps anyway.
At first impression their prices seem a bit steep.
Has anyone had experience with Moon Audio cables?
https://www.moon-audio.com/ (https://www.moon-audio.com/)
They are walking distance from my house. I could go up there this week and get the inside scoop on their stuff. I need to go test some amps anyway.
At first impression their prices seem a bit steep.
Hell yeah, that's exactly what I was wondering; How would their different cables pair with a tube amp, since they state the Black warms up the sound which I am quite dubious of. Also curious if there's any real difference at all between the Blue and Silver.
But dropping $200+ on a headphone cable seems silly to me, just not much option for the EL-8's weird connector and the stock cable is short and poorly made.
Has anyone had experience with Moon Audio cables?
https://www.moon-audio.com/ (https://www.moon-audio.com/)
Has anyone had experience with Moon Audio cables?
https://www.moon-audio.com/ (https://www.moon-audio.com/)
I have a couple of Moon Audio cables. A while back I experimented with some cables when I was trying to sort through anecdotal stories of headphones being transformed by new cables.
I purchased a Black Dragon V2 for my HD800 and to my surprise, it made a small but noticeable difference in the sound. I wouldn't say the copper cable warmed the sound or anything so transformative but it shaved a little energy off the top end and gave the lower mids a little more body.
I also have a Silver Dragon V3 for the Hifiman HE500 and other than eliminating the annoying microphonics of the stock cable, it made no discernable difference to the sound.
If you want a high quality, well put together cable, the Moon Audio offerings are good, but I think they are a little overpriced for what they are (just cables).
Someone else suggested Norne Audio, stating that they use higher quality parts sourcing than Moon but I've no biases on that.
http://www.norneaudio.com/litzheim/
My headphones kept disconnecting and connecting and after troubleshooting it'd seem the culprit is the 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm jack adapter. How is something like that even possible? There are 0 moving parts ?? Please sound engineers explain ??
Has anyone had experience with Moon Audio cables?
https://www.moon-audio.com/ (https://www.moon-audio.com/)
I have a couple of Moon Audio cables. A while back I experimented with some cables when I was trying to sort through anecdotal stories of headphones being transformed by new cables.
I purchased a Black Dragon V2 for my HD800 and to my surprise, it made a small but noticeable difference in the sound. I wouldn't say the copper cable warmed the sound or anything so transformative but it shaved a little energy off the top end and gave the lower mids a little more body.
I also have a Silver Dragon V3 for the Hifiman HE500 and other than eliminating the annoying microphonics of the stock cable, it made no discernable difference to the sound.
If you want a high quality, well put together cable, the Moon Audio offerings are good, but I think they are a little overpriced for what they are (just cables).
Someone else suggested Norne Audio, stating that they use higher quality parts sourcing than Moon but I've no biases on that.
http://www.norneaudio.com/litzheim/ (http://www.norneaudio.com/litzheim/)
Don't think there's any wiring inside the connector or is there? But yeah, apparently the adapters do wear out :o
I know this a headphone thread but you guys seem to be fond of Schiit stuff so figured I'd show my setup.#HeadphoneGoals
The headphones are Hifiman HE-500 and Audeze LCD-X. On the top I have a Schiit Saga (with a Tung Sol reissue 6SN7) and Schiit Bifrost 4490. On the bottom is the Schiit Vidar driving a pair of KEF LS50. Headphone amp (out of frame) is a Violectric V200.
The Saga is a pretty cool preamp. It has a relay stepped attenuator for volume control which can be controlled from a remote. The Vidar is a power amp with a beefy power supply that drives the LS50s with authority.Show Image(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4771/25826795617_1365b03282_h.jpg)
I run Shure SRH-840s through a Technics SA340 amp.I have mine in the headphone jack of the front on my PC, and that works for me. :-þ
Here's mine: Sony mdr 7506
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Looking for a pair of wireless overears for around 3/400 (+ if they have anc) are bose or sony the best? Been looking at the v moda crossfade 2, anyone tried them out?
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Thanks for the tips! I really like the look of the B&W but I've heard that people are complaining about the fit for longer hours of use. However a store in town have both ready to try so I'll make sure to go there on thursday :DLooking for a pair of wireless overears for around 3/400 (+ if they have anc) are bose or sony the best? Been looking at the v moda crossfade 2, anyone tried them out?
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from those two I'd go for the Sony... I quite like the Bowers & Wilkins PX though, check them out.
the Sonys will beat them regarding ANC and Soundquality, but the build quality and the looks are top notch
Thanks for the tips! I really like the look of the B&W but I've heard that people are complaining about the fit for longer hours of use. However a store in town have both ready to try so I'll make sure to go there on thursday :DLooking for a pair of wireless overears for around 3/400 (+ if they have anc) are bose or sony the best? Been looking at the v moda crossfade 2, anyone tried them out?
Show Image(http://www.fetchthebuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/dog-headphones.jpg)
from those two I'd go for the Sony... I quite like the Bowers & Wilkins PX though, check them out.
the Sonys will beat them regarding ANC and Soundquality, but the build quality and the looks are top notch
Looking for a pair of wireless overears for around 3/400 (+ if they have anc) are bose or sony the best? Been looking at the v moda crossfade 2, anyone tried them out?
Show Image(http://www.fetchthebuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/dog-headphones.jpg)
I've had my Audio Tech A700s for so long now...things are tanks.
Potato shot of my computer setup. ZMF Eikon camphor, DT1990 pro, HD6xx, thx00 ebony.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/RsHHqXt.jpg?1)
Can anyone let me know if there are any good bluetooth headphones under 150$ I was searching on amazon and found one by Sony but it works only on bluetooth meaning if battery is dead then can't use a 3.5mm cable to use it.
Can anyone let me know if there are any good bluetooth headphones under 150$ I was searching on amazon and found one by Sony but it works only on bluetooth meaning if battery is dead then can't use a 3.5mm cable to use it.
So happy for this thread! I've had a set of SteelSeries for probably, I don't know, 10 years now and while they work okay, they're very old and I feel like it's past time to get something new. Definitely going to be reading back through this thread for some ideas.
Yeah budget would be nice to know.So happy for this thread! I've had a set of SteelSeries for probably, I don't know, 10 years now and while they work okay, they're very old and I feel like it's past time to get something new. Definitely going to be reading back through this thread for some ideas.
what budget you looking at?
Yeah budget would be nice to know.So happy for this thread! I've had a set of SteelSeries for probably, I don't know, 10 years now and while they work okay, they're very old and I feel like it's past time to get something new. Definitely going to be reading back through this thread for some ideas.
what budget you looking at?
Also I am a fan of buying a 'proper' headset and then a modmic if you do need the microphone.
Just feels to me that a lot of the gamer brands aren't actually that good in sound.
my ciems after 2 years of constant use and borderline abuse
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my ciems after 2 years of constant use and borderline abuse
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nice im getting new ones soon going to shanghai for headphone festival in november.
my right connector on my nobles is loose :\
Managed to snag a used HD600 at about 110USD, the headband cushion/pad needed to be replaced (already did in my pic). The best part is, the can is in near mint condition and sounds terrific.....now I get why it is so loved in the audio community.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/Y2NDMsa.jpg)
Managed to snag a used HD600 at about 110USD, the headband cushion/pad needed to be replaced (already did in my pic). The best part is, the can is in near mint condition and sounds terrific.....now I get why it is so loved in the audio community.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/Y2NDMsa.jpg)
I have never like the sound of Sennheiser cans...but then again that is my opinion. Those look really nice though.
I think they're great, like the HD6XX which is a tad warmer with perhaps a little, a smidgen really, more bass. But then, our preference is so colored by our own personal taste and hearing....the old saying's so true when it comes to audio, "One man's meat is another man's poison".
i mean, if YOU're saying they're good they must be pretty good
See? Case in point....I'm curious though, what is your sound preference?
I have never like the sound of Sennheiser cans...but then again that is my opinion. Those look really nice though.
See? Case in point....I'm curious though, what is your sound preference?
See? Case in point....I'm curious though, what is your sound preference?
I prefer as neutral as possible and a larger sound stage. Just bought the HiFiMan HE4XX so will see how those sound.
See? Case in point....I'm curious though, what is your sound preference?
I prefer as neutral as possible and a larger sound stage. Just bought the HiFiMan HE4XX so will see how those sound.
Sennheiser is great... I love my HD700 trebble canons (allthough now I've got the mobius I won't be using them for gaming as much anymore, but for classical music etc. (or on my ePiano)). Can't wait for Dekoni to finally release the custom pads for them.I have never like the sound of Sennheiser cans...but then again that is my opinion. Those look really nice though.
What is your taste? Sennheiser is damn nice.
Sennheiser is great... I love my HD700 trebble canons (allthough now I've got the mobius I won't be using them for gaming as much anymore, but for classical music etc. (or on my ePiano)). Can't wait for Dekoni to finally release the custom pads for them.
I have seen three camps for Sennheiser, I am in the "Don't like and won't buy, but won't give hate" camp. I have just never liked the sounds for the ones I have listened to(also can't remember which ones at this point I have, too many numbers to remember lol), If you like them then good for you, have fun with listening to them because that is all that matters in the end. I have heard electrostatics that didn't even do it for me because the cost doesn't really justify the sound, but the guy who had them loved them to death, I just didn't see any gain in clarity that was truly worth the cost.Likewise, I don't hate on other other can makers as well, hell I have cans from Audio Technica (ATH-A900X LTD, ATH-R70X, ATH-AD700X), HiFiMan (HE1000, HE560, HE4, HE4XX), Denon (AH-D7000, AH-D2000), AKG (K812)....in fact, I have way too many cans and I've decided to sell some of my lower end cans. I get that you want a neutral'ish cans, but just about all cans are colored since a truly neutral can would sound......boring, wouldn't it?
I get that you want a neutral'ish cans, but just about all cans are colored since a truly neutral can would sound......boring, wouldn't it?
ur confusing neutral with natural.
I dunno, I do agree with Sifo that there's a difference between 'neutral' and 'natural'.....I've never studied the audio field, but I don't think a completely neutral headphone would necessarily sound natural.ur confusing neutral with natural.
Not really, neutral would describe headphones that don't favor any frequency range in particular and therefore have a flat response. Natural may also describe the same thing, but it doesn't mean what I said is wrong.
Found a pair of Samson SR850 headphones on Amazon (new, sold by Amazon themselves--yes, I know they too sometimes have fakes, but eh) for about 30 bucks. Since my mom basically stole my MDR-V6's (themselves replacing a pair of M40x's that were broken when a thief tried to steal them), and because I found the grain on the highs irritating, I was hoping I could get these in a couple of months rather than get her a pair to get the V6's back. Open back apparently tends to have better sound stage (only open back phones I've ever owned are the Koss Sport-A-Pros, which I can't stand since I got better cans), which I know will be a plus, but I hope I'm not sacrificing too much sound quality for the price...
Hoping the v-shaped sound profile isn't too severe. Everywhere I've read, they've been described as having a "slight" one. I mean, I know the V6 isn't particularly flat, so I'm not too worried about that.
Any thoughts, or better recommendations? January 1st I'll be getting a pretty decent pay increase, but I'll also be paying about 38 dollars more a month in rent... which is 340 right now after housing voucher deductions (I make 750 bucks a month, but will be making 775 or so on the first; the complex is raising rent--which typically I end up eating the difference for a few months before the housing authority works it out---and I'll be needing to start paying an additional 8 bucks a month for liability insurance due to changes in the lease starting December 1st, so...)
Yeah, I guess you might see why I'm attracted to the reduced price.
Definitely not audiophile-grade or the best headphones, but I'm rocking my Bose QC 35s. The noise canceling and optional wireless is pretty nice.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/pUkjhsI.jpg?1)