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Anyone have experience with planars? Got the 58x and I'm loving them but km super curious about how the 4XX on mass drop sound in comparison. Would the built in amp in a mobo be enough to drive them if they're already fine with the 58x. Mine is reportedly capable of up to 60p ohms
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JebanyPedal posted:If you value clarity and minimal distortion they're fantastic, the trade-offs tend to be less pronounced bass (which is still clearer imo and leads to a shorter, punchier sound) and really, really bad sound leakage. Everything sounds a lot crisper and nuanced, of course, in the high end there are dynamic driver headphones like the Focal Clears that easily rival planars but I prefer planars in the more lower-midrange just because of the clarity. The bass thing is entirely more preference on thudding versus punching. There's also something more immersive and enveloping about them, could just be how enormous the drivers tend to be but planars are amazing even with videogames and movies due to that quality. They sound great and will only be for home use so it'll be fine for my use case. I'll consider getting them in the near future if they're still in production by then. Appreciate the advice
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Jan 24, 2019 22:36
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I'm between the fostex trmkIII line and the he4xx. Both seem nice for the price. Is there any good site for keeping track of headphone deals?
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Jan 30, 2019 19:50
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Sacred Cow posted:When I did my search the T20RPs came up on my list of options but just about every review said you at least need to switch the ear pads to make them serviceable on top of needing a pretty decent amp. The HE4XX just seemed like a good starting place out of the box for someone new to headphones like me. Sweet. I'll probably get the HE-4XX in the upcoming months. Want a back up pair to compliment my own 58X. Would like an aggregate for headphone deals since I didn't see the monoprice deal mentioned on any of the usual places I frequent. Does anyone have any experience with this dac? https://www.amazon.com/Fosi-Audio-Converter-Headphone-Pre-Amplifier/dp/B07G2NQYLX it looks good for the price.
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Jan 30, 2019 20:42
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What's the difference if you don't mind me asking? I'm still new to this stuff
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Jan 30, 2019 22:11
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Awesome thanks. So the fossi wouldn't be ideal for driving my 58X? Guessing the dac built in is of lesser quality as well? EDIT:fossi or the other combo unit mentioned seem ideal for me since I'm not looking to drive anything too crazy. Just an amp for my 58X and something to connect my ps3 headphones to. Will likely get some budget powered speakers in the future for when people come over but I mostly intend to stick with my cans. ChazTurbo fucked around with this message at 23:05 on Jan 30, 2019 |
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Jan 30, 2019 22:42
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5-HT posted:the combo I mentioned is modular so it'll work for almost all use cases. Ah sweet. Appreciate all of the advice. I'll likely get the smsl vmv v2 in the near future since I'm not looking to hella deck out my set up.
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Jan 31, 2019 01:29
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between the dt770 pro and he-4XX for a secondary pair of cans. anyone have experience with both?
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Feb 8, 2019 17:56
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ItBreathes posted:I've got the Custom One Pro and the 400i, which according to the internet are basically the same as the dt770 and 4XX. What is your primary pair and what are you looking for out of your secondary pair? Deeper bass and wider sound stage than my 58X and a different sound signature mostly. I'm leaning more towards the 4XX since i'm interested in planar but all the hifiman qc horror stories have me nervous. ChazTurbo fucked around with this message at 03:52 on Feb 9, 2019 |
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Feb 9, 2019 03:24
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ItBreathes posted:Well you're a bit at odds there. The Custom One / DT770 trounces the 400i/4XX in the base department, but being a closed back can't compete with regards to sound stage. Note though that I've only listened to either through onboard audio ports, I've got an Atom coming tomorrow, so I should have a better grasp on its bass capabilities, but as is I'd call the 400i's (sub)bass response lacking, at least for bass heavy tracks (it wouldn't be my first choice to listen to Jai Paul with, for instance). OTOH the closed back of the Beyerdynamics makes it so you're always aware that the music is coming from a few inches from your ear. Appreciate the advice. Didn't know about the refurbished models. Really like them for that price so I may just end up getting the 4XX and 770 later down the line. Would anyone have any on hand experience with the differences between the 770, 880 and 990.
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Feb 9, 2019 21:20
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mariooncrack posted:770 are closed back Mostly in terms of how each sounds if possible.
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Feb 10, 2019 05:10
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Decided to get the dekoni blue fostex as a second pair of cans as well as an amp. I'm hoping they'll turn out well. If not I'll return em I guess.
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Feb 28, 2019 00:28
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The dekoni blue fostex are super comfy. They don't clamp to the side of my head as badly as the 58x which is a godsend since I have a fat head. Sound fine too but I won't be able to drive them as well as I should until the back ordered atom amp ships. Edit- I'm honestly surprised by how well my onboard sound is driving them. have to max out the volume but what I'm getting is mostly listenable and clear. I don't have any experience with amp so I dunno how big the sound difference will be when these headphones get more power but I'm def excited. ChazTurbo fucked around with this message at 08:02 on Mar 2, 2019 |
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Mar 2, 2019 00:59
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Anyone have any experience with the topping d30? It looks really good for the price.
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Mar 3, 2019 00:58
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KozmoNaut posted:I have one, it's great. And it was less expensive to buy than the tone board for me, a eurogoon. Thanks. The tone board seems nice but I'm in need of something with an optical input. Getting the atom amp for now and will likely acquire the D30 down the line when I have money to spare.
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Mar 3, 2019 10:22
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Parker Lewis posted:I am using a Topping D30 + JDS Atom combo and have been really happy with it. Nice. Topping is def my top choice for the time being. Though I'm pretty content with my mobo's DAC. Need the amp for now since the onboard amp doesn't give my new fostex enough juice and also because the atom lets me switch between RCA and 3.5 which is awesome for my PC and PS3 set up.
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Mar 4, 2019 09:33
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KozmoNaut posted:Doesn't really match the design of the Atom, though. I'm seeing USB only on the vendor site. Atom amp is back ordered until around mid March and I'm getting antsy. Wanna know how these fostex sound with juice.
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Mar 4, 2019 21:39
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fknlo posted:It's in a drop down menu. Well I feel silly. How's the ol dac compare to the topping d30?
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Mar 4, 2019 23:53
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ItBreathes posted:I'ma have an atom up on SA Mart in a day or two if you're not trying to wait. I've spent more than I'd like in one go for the fostex and atom for now so I'm gonna hold off for a little. Plus a friend may give me their old audio engine d1 when they eventually upgrade. I appreciate the offer though
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Mar 5, 2019 00:38
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NewFatMike posted:I just realized I've gone 2 years with my AKG 7XXs, happy birthday to them! Longest I've kept a pair of headphones This is all I could find https://en-uk.sennheiser.com/earpads-1-pair-hd569-598cs at least for first party cups.
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Mar 5, 2019 02:15
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NewFatMike posted:I'll take it! Those Senns are almost 2 years old now, too, and they've been used pretty hard. They deserve an upgrade. No problem. I'm kinda bummed that senn axed the 500 line since the 579 was what I was considering before I found out about the 58X. Still kinda want it since I like the grey color and I hear it has a better sound stage but not for the 180 a lot of places are asking for.
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Mar 5, 2019 02:25
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iddqd posted:Budget - ~$200 (less is better, but I'm willing to pay as high as lets say..220 for amazing) 58X with a cheap desktop mic or clip on
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Mar 9, 2019 22:13
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fknlo posted:I'll throw out a recommendation for the Meze 99 Neo's again. Check out some reviews, I like mine for listening at work. You can get them for $200 on Amazon at least. They look nice. What kind of sound profile do they have?
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Mar 17, 2019 22:11
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I'm between the d30 and odac for an external dac. Kinda want the odac since it's made in the US and I wanna support muh boys but they charge 40 extra for an optical input and the d30 seems to measure better according to nerds.
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Mar 23, 2019 23:29
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Thanks. I'll go with the d30 for the time being since it's more bang for buck. I'll go for the odac if I end up not liking it or if it breaks
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Mar 24, 2019 01:02
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Just about any 3.5 single or duo cable with converter should work. Just make sure they don't require a lot of juice cuz the controller doesn't supply much
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Apr 17, 2019 22:37
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I use an atom to power my dekoni blues and it does it spendidly
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May 2, 2019 23:33
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I hear hyper x are ok
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Jun 9, 2019 09:10
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emocrat posted:Is this thread a place I can ask about headsets? I am finally getting back to some gaming after my kids were born and I am starting to have time again, so recently built a new machine, and one of the last things I need is a gaming headset. Fidelio x2+ a v moda boom mic
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Jun 12, 2019 06:14
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emocrat posted:Thanks for the recs all. they're sturdy, comfy and well built and you can easily attach a v-moda boom mic to em to make them a gaming headset. also they have a wide soundstage and emphasis on bass that's perfect for games.
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DoctorOfLawls posted:What would be a high-end headphone for a "bass-head"? Thinking over-the-ear/full head and either open or closed design. I have the dekoni blues as my bass pair and love em. Need an amp though. I hear the Fidelio X2 are also good for bass
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Jun 23, 2019 01:01
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everythingWasBees posted:Helping my bf pick out a pair. Senn 500 series seem to be the comfiest around that price range
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Jun 25, 2019 01:46
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5-HT posted:that's it, it's all in a blow out lot up for sale. headphone porn inside. how are the elegiacs vs the elex
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Jun 25, 2019 08:39
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I'm considering sending my dekoni blues into to be made into Argons eventually. Is the upgrade worth it?
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Jun 30, 2019 04:30
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I've been curious about the amirons. How do they sound?
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Aug 17, 2019 06:50
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Dr. Fishopolis posted:massdrop is having a sale on HE4xx brand new for $130. I've read a lot of horror story on hifiman's qc so I'm a bit mixed on getting them
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Oct 12, 2019 18:38
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Need a comfortable usb headset for work. over eared and open back if possible.
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Jan 8, 2021 22:36
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Lowness 72 posted:How many hours will you be on the phone? Jabra makes excellent headsets but they can be $$$ 8
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Does anyone know where I can buy OEM pads for the DT 1990 in the US? I've been looking everywhere but they're only listed on Beyer's Euro site and they won't ship out to select countries.
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