threetri333
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Magni 2/modi 2 came out recently. How do these compare to O2 ODAC?
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Even the original was very similar, though I believe the O2 had slightly better power. Now it's probably extremely negligible.
I bought a new laptop on Black Friday and I love it except the audio quality is bad. Listening through my headphones sounds pretty bad. I've got Fidelio X1's. Would the FiiO E10K be a good choice to pair with them? Also, does a dedicated amp with a docked DAC sound much better than a combo like the E10K? There's quite a big jump in price. An E09K with a docked E17 would be over $250
Been reading about the Soundmagics all morning. Reviews are making it sound like just what I need. Thanks!
Jazzy Network
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Thanks man. I ended up getting the Sony MDR1Rs. I was going to get the Momentums, but I was worried about the cups and not being able to make it compact.
The E10K is enough. Picked one up recently myself, and really like it.
Union Carbine
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Power aside, most online folks prefer the Schiit stack to the O2/ODAC, no?
I don't think the two sound different enough to justify any serious thought between the two. I've listened to both for a little while but I couldn't reliably tell a difference between the two while doing a proper blind test. I'm guessing the Modi 2 and Magni 2 will be similar enough to the originals that this remains true.
If I were to buy one of the two, Schiit would get my money. The Magni/Modi stack looks way better and results in cleaner wireups. That's all that matters in this case. I think it might even be cheaper too, which is actually pretty huge considering the price point of both products.
If I were to buy one of the two, Schiit would get my money. The Magni/Modi stack looks way better and results in cleaner wireups. That's all that matters in this case. I think it might even be cheaper too, which is actually pretty huge considering the price point of both products.
nekroseven
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HD600 on Adorama for $260
Whhyyyyyyy. Arg. I guess if I return the 598s...
I only see $400...
Dreams-Visions
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jesus christ
nekroseven
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Use code SD12142014 at checkout.
So I'm seeing the HD650 for $314 at the same place...
That's about how much I paid for mine. No regrets.
Yeah if you want something slightly more balanced
Schiit Magni/Modi, NFB 11-http://www.audio-gd.com/Pro/Headphoneamp/NFB112014/NFB112014EN.htm,Geek Out 450,
OMG...after my flight to Boston, i get up from my chair without noticing that my headphone cable is all tangled up on the arm rest...and it just rips off... couldn't even feel anything but a mild tug...It's a Beyer t-50p and the cable ripped right at the plastic piece where the cable splits into the left/right cans...
What to do? does beyer help out customers with this kinda trouble? Do any of you guys know where i can recable them? Maybe a spot in the Boston area?
...tis a sad day for my ears.
<=0(
What to do? does beyer help out customers with this kinda trouble? Do any of you guys know where i can recable them? Maybe a spot in the Boston area?
...tis a sad day for my ears.
<=0(
Union Carbine
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I gotta say, having used the Geek Out all week, it's a pretty damn nice piece of kit. It doesn't have any options (1 USB input, 2 headphone outputs, a couple of filter options), but it does what it does very well.
fluffydelusions
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Are Sennheiser momentums any good? They are $130 on Amazon atm. Looking for something around $100 or so
Listen and decide for yourself,duh.should I sell my Philips Fidelio X1 or my Sennheiser HD598? I can only keep one of the two
You can buy mine.
threetri333
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Some guy in BST is selling his on ear Momentum for $60 shipped.
It's not too late to cancel your order.
FallingEdge
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So I have a pair of MEElectronics A161P that I use for day to day use on the light rail or listening on the go. The wiring doesn't seem to be that durable as it is starting to rip a bit and the cables are very thin. So I am looking for another solid pair of IEMs. Wouldn't mind spending around $100-150 or so. Listen to pretty much everything so just looking for a quality pair.
fluffydelusions
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Will think about it. I didn't go through with the order. Trying to find best bang for buck before pulling the trigger. Also unsure open or closed headphones? I previously had the sennheiser hd 280 pros but they broke though I liked them quite a bit. I never tried any quality open headphones so not sure what I should go with.
Jazzy Network
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I heard the on-ear Momentums aren't that good.
Sorry about the durability, here's something that's built much better and still sounds great -http://www.amazon.com/RHA-MA750-Isolating-Headphone-Warranty/dp/B00ELAM8LE
Care to elaborate? Was about to go buy some, lol.
What are alternatives for on-ear in that ~$150 price range though.
598s are over ear open cans, complete opposite of on ear closed momentums.
Tabasco
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If gaf can help me out then that would be awesome.
I'm looking for the perfect sound that's just going to blow me away. The purpose would be solely for PC gaming and music listening.
I want a really huge sound stage to where I can pinpoint where sounds are coming from in games. I want something better than a Razer Tiamat 7.1 surround sound headset.
As for music, I listen to a lot of electronic. I really like punchy bass that I can feel from the cans.
My current driver is the Sennheiser HD 555 that I have been using for over 5 years with onboard sound. I bought a FiiO E07 DAC/amp for it quite recently because I'm trying to find that perfect sound. I am disappointed with the result of it. It hardly even increases the audio quality and is definitely not substantial.
I'm looking for the perfect sound that's just going to blow me away. The purpose would be solely for PC gaming and music listening.
I want a really huge sound stage to where I can pinpoint where sounds are coming from in games. I want something better than a Razer Tiamat 7.1 surround sound headset.
As for music, I listen to a lot of electronic. I really like punchy bass that I can feel from the cans.
My current driver is the Sennheiser HD 555 that I have been using for over 5 years with onboard sound. I bought a FiiO E07 DAC/amp for it quite recently because I'm trying to find that perfect sound. I am disappointed with the result of it. It hardly even increases the audio quality and is definitely not substantial.
FallingEdge
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It is all good man and thanks for the link. Will scoop!
Creative Aurvana Live 2, Sennheiser Amperior/HD 25, JVC S500, V-Moda XS (probably my favorite out of these), RHA SA950, and Beyerdynamic 350p
Brainwavz Hm5/NVX XPT100's are the headphones I recommend to people that like the 280. They aren't as bassy or dark sounding, but I believe the increase you get in overall clarity and soundstage are worth those trade-offs.
fluffydelusions
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280's are really the only decent headphones I've ever used so no idea what I'm missing lol. Prior to those I've always just used shitty earbuds.
Union Carbine
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The E17 is nice and a step up from onboard audio but the Schiit stack is probably comfortably superior though not portable at all, if that's important.
I plan to use it with a PS4 via optical, my iphone and mac air. What should I get?
PjotrStroganov
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Connect it to the DS4 audio output and give it a listen first.
Phat Michael
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Phat Michael
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Budget?
I find that it is difficult to buy the same headphones for games and music. Music headphones should not artificially boost bass and the directionality should be from the instrument sound stage in the music, not from artificial 7.1 headphones.
Union Carbine
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Using your iOS devices at home or on the go?
A good idea. Also, I only use it for PS4 gaming but I've been pleasantly surprised by the Sony Gold headset. I haven't used it for music though.
Tabasco
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If I can get an amazing sounding pair of headphones for $300, then I'm all for it.
Phat Michael
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If I can get an amazing sounding pair of headphones for $300, then I'm all for it.
That is very easy. But to get them to run well, you will need a AMP/DAC combo.
If you are running single-ended unbalanced headphones, check the link from a few pages ago for the $400 CEntrance DACMini and whatever headphones you want. it's great.
Dude if you're willing to sacrifice a bit of bass response the Takstar TS671 - http://www.head-fi.org/products/takstar-ts-671If I can get an amazing sounding pair of headphones for $300, then I'm all for it.
have an incredible soundstage rivaling that of the AD700 and an even greater clarity. If you pair these with a good soundcard + mixamp if you're using these for consoles and you should get exactly what you're looking for gaming wise, though bass heavy music might not be quite as satisfying. Anyway this entire setup will only cost you $200.
threetri333
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I'm getting my Sennheiser HD 600 today! Also the O2+ODAC comes in tomorrow.
Will I be able to hear the difference between 320 Kbps sound files and FLAC?
Will I be able to hear the difference between 320 Kbps sound files and FLAC?
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