/hpg/ - Headphone General

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>>62109884
Idol trash approves of OP maki.
What's your setup like, Anon?

>>62109906
DSD IN NOT A MEME REEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!

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OC

superlux is still the king, niggers

>>62109884
Ew anime, grow up.

>>62109911
DELET THIS

>>62109911
GARRRRRRR

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What is the second best headphone behind the HD600?

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>>62109914

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Does anyone know if these are any good? It's from The House of Marley and it's called "positive vibrations 2". I'm thinking about buying cause it's only $80 and is bluetooth

>>62109954
Pic + timestamp

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>>62109966
>House of Marley
>bluetooth
>good

>>62109954
HD600 without a headphone amp.

Reminder:
>>62094688

>>62109954
a used hd600

>>62109980
Got any recommendations for bluetooth headphones at a similar price point?

>>62109989
Posted by confirmed redditor and melanin-enhanced individual.

>>62110015
Then post your headphones and prove you aren't a poorfag in denial :^)

I'm still waiting

>>62109963
>2011
Wow look another wannabe oldfag.
Grow up.

>>62110005
No. You need to spend triple digits for Sennheisers if you want something bluetooth that sounds halfway decent.

Are the Superlux HD-665 worth getting?

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>>62110059
Idol trash here.
Sennheiser has something decent bluetooth, seriously?
Which model are you thinking of?

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Should I really buy the HD 600 guys?

>>62110044
t.newfag

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>>62110091
Idol trash here.
DEFINITELY.

>>62110079
Decent is relative. They're not exactly HD558 tier but they seem like they measure well enough to please normies. https://www.innerfidelity.com/content/sennheiser-hd-440-bt-affordable-over-ear-sealed-bluetooth-headphones

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>>62110091
Yes, and Kyouko a best.

>>62110042
Kek

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Teufel Mute BT from German
ordered them yesterday, bluetooth 4.1 and you can change the lithium battery

https://www.teufel.de/kopfhoerer/mute-bt-p16262.html

>>62110091
Kyouko a best. A best!!
>>62110113
Looked at the measurements page. Eyes hurt at the niggerbass (bass going above midrange, then dropping) and the treble (wtf that dip).

>>62110152
>lithium battery
>near your ears
A darwin price waiting to happen.

>>62110156
Like I said, decent is relative here. This is bluetooth we're talking about here. I don't think we can do any better at the $150 price point right now.
The alternative is quality closed cans with a detachable cable (ATH-M40x comes to mind) and a bluetooth adapter.

>>62110171
That's probably true (for bluetooth, vs price), but the FR is still godawful.
Bluetooth headphones so fucking hopeless.

>>62110171
Er, specifically closed because you could use double sided mounting tape to stick a bluetooth adapter to the outside of the cans without affecting acoustics; can't do that with open.

>>62110097
Yes we know you're a newfag.

>>62110190
>walking around with closed headphones
>isolated from the environment
Another Darwin price waiting to happen.

>we put a man on the moon in 1969 but still don't have neutral, lossless bluetooth headphones

>>62110213
Not really a problem in the home, and honestly I walk to the grocery store with isolating IEMs and simply make an extra effort to be extremely visually aware of my surroundings at all times, never feeling unsafe while doing so. Just don't be an inattentive idiot.

>>62110228
>Just don't be an inattentive idiot.
Friendly reminder inattentive idiots are usually not aware they are so.
Lose your focus just a second, get run over by a bus or hit by a tram.
Without headphones, you'd hear the danger and snap out of inattentiveness.

>>62110241
I cross the street exactly twice on my walks to the store, at an intersection with predictable traffic light behavior, and I make a habit of looking both ways several times while doing so. I have never once felt like I was placing myself in danger. It doesn't take a hell of a lot of self discipline to simply look both ways a few times every time you cross the street without fail.
>Lose your focus just a second, get run over by a bus or hit by a tram.
I don't step out into the road, by rule, unless I'm focused on my surroundings. This isn't complicated.

>>62110215
that's bluetooths limitation not anyone's fault. The real question should be why anything better than bluetooth that can completely replace bluetooth hasn't been invented yet.

>>62110262
There's whole categories of dangers that can be avoided by just having your hearing available.

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>>62109884
HD600 VS R70x? HD600 is cheaper and I think it's easier to drive. Any reason to get the r70x? All I've heard is that it's "not as warm as the HD600"

>>62110265
Bluetooth 5 has enough bandwidth for lossless audio.

>>62110307
HD600 is the most neutral full-sized headphone at any price. R70x is a slightly less neutral headphone with poor ergonomics which won't stay put on your head unless you have an above average sized head.

>>62110307
HD600 are ~300ohm, r70x are ~500ohm, which few amps are designed to feed into.

>>62110328
Holy shit, dude. It will fit on you head, unless if you're literally Asian-tier.

>>62110328
>R70x is a slightly less neutral headphone with poor ergonomics which won't stay put on your head unless you have an above average sized head
R70x has higher clamp than the AD series, so I don't think it'll be a problem for me

>>62110328

>with poor ergonomics which won't stay put on your head unless you have an above average sized head.

This is correct and accurate.

>>62110307
They sound like darker HD 600s without the shitty headband, and are more comfortable when they do fit, which may not with smaller heads. Pads are a bit shallow though

>>62110328
>>62110367
Anon's literally repeating memes he heard from Audio-Technica's AD series headphones

>>62110307
hd600 obviously

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How do I transform my vinyl to digital?

>>62110429
http://www.schiit.com/products/mani
+
http://www.schiit.com/products/jil
And, if you don't have a turntable, Schiit has announced they'll release a quite cool one soon.
Just use the code
>4CHANSCHILL
on checkout.

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>>62110429
Umi a best. A best!!

>>62110456
I do have a turntable but it only has rca out.

>>62110042
Poorfag Sennshill must leave now

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>>62110479
I know, I KNOW!

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>>62110522
A BEST!!

>>62110456
vinyl fag here, why not just the jil?
I just need a ADC right?

>>62110538
If you already have a RIAA cartridge, sure.

>>62110307
HD 600 for neutral, everything else, R70X

>>62110262
https://www.liveleak.com/view?i=d79_1503715882

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I am currently running a very simple setup PC>Scarlett 2i2>cheap cans. I want to improve the audio setup on my desk a bit with better headphones, an amp and some sort of mixer so I can feed audio from my PC/interface as well as a gaming console or other sources easily. I'm trying to get my head around what this setup would look like.

Would pic related work?

Presumably, I don't need an independent DAC since the audio interface will be fulfilling that function?

I eventually want to add a pair of monitors into my setup. Obviously I could run them out of the interface but could I purchase an amp that can drive both headphones and stereo speakers so that I can use them for producing as well as speakers for playing games?

Apologies if this is too broad a set of questions for the headphone general, I just want to get my head around what products I need before I start looking at specific amps/cans/mixers.

>>62110879
>sort of mixer so I can feed audio from my PC/interface as well as a gaming console or other sources easily.
If a muxer is good enough (rather than a mixer), you might want to look at the Schiit Fulla 2.
Another option is the Schiit Magni+Modi Uber Stack, assuming your console can output spdif.
Both solutions will output to an aux port when headphones are disconnected. You could, say, have some powered monitors like the lsr305 on these.

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I've only had my HD600 for a day now but is it normal to be bothered by defaults in audio sources? I get paranoid into thinking the problem comes from the headphones until I plug in my previous ones and realize it's from the video or whatever I'm listening to. I have a feeling the HD600 are not really tolerant regarding these things.
From 15~20 to 30sec when he keeps yelling I can hear soft creaking noises for example (with both headphones, my old and the HD600).
https://youtu.be/S4bnl3pkOK8?t=15s

I realize I probably need a few more weeks to fully get used to those either way. I love them so far but I'm feeling very paranoid and scared they might have a default or something. Also I've been using my mobo so far to power them but I'm willing to try getting an amp as long as it's not overly expensive - any suggestions?

https://news.northwestern.edu/stories/2017/april/pink-noise-sound-enhance-deep-sleep-memory/?linkId=41016418

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>>62111063
>default
Defect?
>(with both headphones, my old and the HD600).
Switching to different headphones (particularly better ones) will let you see (or rather, hear) detail you weren't aware of, from recordings you'd thought you knew well.
>I'm willing to try getting an amp
Fulla 2 is an awesome starter DAC+Amp.
I have it, I've tested my HD600 extensively (for weeks) on it (vs magni+modi 2u I also own), and it sounds great provided not extremely loud volume, in which case it distorts just a little whereas the magni does not.
It is an extremely nifty little thing with the right set of features, with a clear (add a magni2 to dac out) upgrade path. At least a couple anons here have such combo (fulla2+magni2).

>>62111063
>I can hear soft creaking noises for example
HD600 here. They're not soft creaking noises. They're footsteps, his bag, etc.

>>62110922
Presumably I could use something like this:

https://www.amazon.com/IMAGE%C2%AE-SPDIF-Audio-Converter-Extractor/dp/B00HMVMQOS/ref=sr_1_10?s=audio-video-accessories&ie=UTF8&qid=1412273596&sr=1-10&keywords=hdmi+to+rca

to convert the HDMI audio output from any console to an spdif input.

So I'd output from the interface headphone jack into the Modi Uber and also from the converter and I'd be able to swap using the switch on the front?

Would using some sort of unbalanced>balanced converter in order to use the interfaces line outputs (or upgrading to the 2i4) have any sort of sound benefit over coming out of the headphone port and into the Modi?

The Fulla 2 only seems to have a single input.

>>62111213
Yeah defect, and I see, makes sense.
Thanks for the recommendations.

>>62111236
No when he's yelling it clearly messes with the audio recording. At 25-26secs when he says "has", at 28-29secs when he says "for all". Obvious one at 39sec when the other guys yells "yeah". That's the video though.

>>62110079
>>62110102
>>62111213
Stop avatarfagging you fucking autist

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>>62111267
>once and for all
>has
Seems like clipping, yeah.
>>62111284
I keep rotating screenshots, but that anime doesn't have that many girls I like, and I do favor posting shit I've seen recently.

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>>62109914

>>62111308
You don't have to post a shitty anime screenshot every time you post, if you want attention so much just get a trip so everyone can filter you.

>>62111262
>to convert the HDMI audio output from any console to an spdif input.
Sure, but that thing does cost money, and most consoles do already have an optical spdif to begin with (PS3, PS4 both do IIRC).
Your screen might have an spdif output too (possibly coax rather than optical). Two of my screens do.

>>62111334
But then I'd be a tripfag!
I only do include images in some of my posts anyway. Nothing bad with some pleasant imagery. Happier posters shitpost less.

>>62111373
While you're at it cut the 'idol trash here' shit or go back to plebbit.

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>>62111384
>hating on idols
Confirmed psychopath.

>>62111344
Huh I totally didn't think of running the console audio out of the monitor. That seems totally obvious in retrospect.

I think that is the way I'll go. Now I just need to decide on some headphones, which may take some time I think.Thanks for the help.

Can anyone help me pick a set of headphones?

>Budget
£60-70
>Location
UK
>Source
Most likely just for my PC depending on how portable they are
Soundcard is an Asus Xonar DGX
>Type of headphone
Full sized
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort level
Most likely going to be wearing them for long periods at my desk so comfort would be good
>Sound signature
Not particularly bothered, I listen to a lot of hip-hop/rap but I'm not sure which that fits into
>Past headphones
Currently using a pair of Rock Alfa Genus V2 IEM's but I'm looking to upgrade so I only have to use them when I go out

I was thinking of getting a pair of Status Audio CB-1's, any better options for my budget?

This is more of an idol thread than headphones

>>62111267
>At 25-26secs when he says "has", at 28-29secs when he says "for all". Obvious one at 39sec when the other guys yells "yeah"
ma900 fag here. I hear it too.

>>62109884
Maki!!!

https://vocaroo.com/i/s0KefaxQmNtQ https://vocaroo.com/i/s11RHkS53KBv

which sounds better?

Why are DT990s cheaper than DT880s? Am I misunderstanding Beyer's naming scheme?

>>62112370
because they're worse

>>62112385
Dramatically worse? I kind of assumed the higher number indicated the better quality headset in the series

>>62112422
they have absurd amounts of bass & treble, you basically can't hear anything in mid range

dt880s are just plain significantly better unless you're a nigger in which case you don't care about audio quality anyway & should just rock knockoff beats

>>62112471
Huh, good to know. I'll scratch the dt990s off my list then.

How come there are no dedicated PCI transmitter sound cards for wireless headphones?

You could save on the latency by skipping a few data conversions.

USB, spdif, or optical? All coming off Mobo and using a Shit Modi 2 Uber

>>62112527
Optical because no jitter and completely interference free

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gross.. I think I'm going to cancel my order.

How much do I have to increase my budget by to have build quality on a planar magnetic that isn't compromised? Even M1060 is apparently shitty, never mind the HE560 and so on.

i wanted to get the Oppo PM3 but having to go through hoops with their support just to get replacement "not user-serviceable" earpads is a dealbreaker for me.

>Budget
100'ish
>Location
Belgium
>Source
Xonar DGX
>Type of headphone
over ear
>Open or closed
Open, hands down
>Comfort level
very important, use these 14h a day
>Sound signature
bright
>Past headphones
SR850 (668b clone) Very happy with this but it recently broke and I feel like it's a waste of money if I buy the same product instead of an upgrade
Bought HyperX Cloud as an upgrade because I thought I wanted V shape & the attached mic seemed to make using a mic easier, but after using a lav mic for a year boom mics are actually a huge pain, with the pleather pads the bass was way too strong, after switching to cloth pads the sound was very similar to SR850 but lacked that "openness" which I assume comes from the SR850's open back

Looking at k612 but not sure if there's better options out there

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I was trying to recable my AD-700s and it looks like I somehow managed to strip away a solder point when removing the old cable.

Is there anything I can to do save these or are they trashed?

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>>62109906
Hi

>>62109989
I literally sold my k712s when I 'tested' the 600's from amazon. Great headphone, and possibly my second favorite but the bass is really sloppy sounding and the highs are a little harsh.

>>62111870

Honestly get the zs5 from ali express. Mine took less than two weeks to get here (UK) and they are the best budget iem by far.

Literally me >>62113310

>>62113310
[nice] [/kek]

>>62113354
>and they are the best budget iem by far.
how many other budget iems have you tried?

>>62113434
Quite a few. Loads of people all over the internet are rating them as the best budget iem, and that happens to be true in my case as well.

>>62113354
zs5s have terrible fucking quality control. you might get a pair that sound decent, but you're just as likely to get a pair that sound like ass.

>>62113364
haha epic

>>62113354
Thanks but I'm looking for full sized headphones anon

>>62113327
timestamp + headphone

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>>62114448
Like I said. 712's are really good, just not as good as the 600. Nothing has been for me so far.

>>62114448
>>62114622

So now what ? are you plebspotter? aka known for calling people out then shutting the fuck up when they show proof?

>>62113327
>>62114622
What do you mean by harsh highs?

>>62115299
I'm talking specific female highs on certain songs. They literally hurt and I had to eq them, which isn't a problem. But just saying. The bass was my main concern though. I love the fact that they have strong bass for an open headphone, and that's partly why they're so good, but it just sounds a bit muddy and bleeds into the mids too much. I still love them overall though. Including the looks and the pads etc.

My top 5 would be:

600
650
k712
702
x2 or fostex t50rp

>>62115420
I see. Asking because although I love how they sound for most of the music I tried so far (though it varies by artist) I found some of the highs unpleasant when watching something or right now playing a game, to the point where it actually hurts my ears, or rather, it's not an pleasant sensation around the mouth / tongue, not sure how to explain. Turning up the volume also makes them sound much better than at low.

Only had them for two days now so I need more testing of course. My previous headphones were really flat so it could be that my ears / brain aren't used to having such variations in sound. Also I do not have an amp, only tested on my motherboard and Switch so far.

>>62115586
I used them with good/decent amps and still had that problem. Have you tried the 600 before? would buying them be out of the question? if so use an eq to reduce the highs a little. I'm not great when it comes to that and I think I had someone here help me with it a long time ago, but it removed the problem for me and I loved them. I only sold them because I had to find out how good the 600 were. I bought them from amazon knowing that I could send them back. I didn't.

>>62115420
>I'm talking specific female highs on certain songs.
You are talking about 3,5K bump that gives vocals really close presence, I luv it, but on some songs esp weeb songs it's forwardness is too much, eps after K712 that have a dip in that area.
>but it just sounds a bit muddy and bleeds into the mids too much.
Nooooo, u du not understandu, loudness shatour, did u 3ple deaf test em? Just conformational bias bro, eq 10$ walmart shitphones to sound like utopia lul. Fucking retarded /hpg/, I told you HD600 bass is sloppy and if you EQ it up it goes to shit.
>X2
Ew, the fidelio ones? They were an instant nope for me, too much muddy bass, sound is fucked.

>>62115641
No I hadn't tried any expensive headphones prior that. I just bought them considering how popular they are, and I thought it'd probably a good idea to start my headphones collection with those since they're considered neutral.

The box it came in was a bit damaged and opened but despite this the headphones inside smelled completely as new and didn't seem like anyone had touched them before, so having those little annoyances is making me paranoid as to whether they have defects or if it's just how these headphones are.
I don't plan on sending them back though (unless there's a clear defect), they're the best headphones I've ever had no doubt about it.

>>62115729
The x2 are muddy as fuck but they made 5th spot purely because I have only tried/owned a certain amount of full sized headphones, non more expensive than the 650. The bass on the 600 is not sloppy at all imo. k712 has much more bass but it's not nice sounding to me. Bass heads will probably like them though.

>>62115745
There is nothing wrong with your headphone, that's just how they sound. Funnily enough my box for them arrived slightly damaged and the main cable was bent as fuck near the jack. The headphone is very good. It's just no perfect. The 600 isn't perfect, no headphone is. But it's the closet I have came to it.

>>62115829
Cheers.
What amps are you using? Would you say amps made any real differences as opposed to using your onboard audio?

>>62115785
Ok my reading comprehension is -20. HD600 bass is decent in it's stock form but has a steep roll off, if you try to fix it with EQ it sounds bad. Try HD800, they have their own problem but the bass is much cleaner and tighter, and you need to EQ it up much less if you are a bass head. I am not a bass head but in these songs HD600 roll off really creeps up even tho that rest is perfect.
>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1uVoPUt8TI
>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UE2khbsBMos
And here is one of few examples in my song library where HD600 poops itself.
>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HVU27pIZUrQ
Soon (tm) I will get pair of bookshelves and will be covered for life with my audio needs unless I get a big house and I need a pair of standing speakers.

So many headphones to pick from! I need something for the new school year to use on the bus and between classes and if it's good enough to use at home too then fuck yeah.
I'm thinking Dunu DN-2002, yeah?

>>62115929
They do, but the difference is small. When you start spending a certain amount all the differences are fairly small. It just comes down to whether or you can afford it or care enough. I use the schiit stack but if you have nothing I'd recommend the fulla 2 as a first amp. It's great for the money, small and usb powered.

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Anyone else with a DT-990 and a proper amp capable of giving them the volts they need to deal with the pre-amp reduction here give these peace settings a try.
I did an AB with my previous config and prefer this quite a bit for my kind of music.
The last EQ I posted was done with a couple of FR graph to try to bring them to neutral. This was done by repeatedly playing my favorite treble and bass song.
You'll note that sibilance is absent, vocals sound much better and in my opinion the bass is much more balanced and smooth.
Open to suggestions as always.
ily /hpg/

>>62115978
I'll check those videos out later, thanks. I love the 600 as it is but I add+2db sub bass just to give it that tiny bit more.

I have a decent onkyo amp and wharfdale speakers but I don't really care about speakers high end. I like the headphones because they're more accessible and interesting to me, including the amps etc.

>>62116157
>boosting the bass even more
you absolute fucking nigger

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Anyone know anything about Rose IEMs? I like the way they look.
Maybe I'm falling for the marketing but this is exactly what I want in a headphone: "Features: special ergonomic cavity, wearing comfortable and deep into the ear .noise-isolation, density, high frequency have reached the private mold level. The Vocal is matte, silky, highly appealing, high-frequency gorgeous, good extension and the instrument positioning prospective. Strong sense of the atmosphere. Sound field is natural, suitable for popular, small system and other music types."
Pic related is the BR5 MKII model
I think it's something like 4 BAs and one dynamic.
They only want $305 and it's on penon audio:
https://penonaudio.com/Rose-BR5-MKII?sort=p.price&order=DESC

>>62116275
It's only below 50hz which falls off hard on the 990. Is just sub-bass. Mid bass up into the low mids is flat. Look at the numbers on the bottom.

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>>62116301
>>62116275
See what I mean?
Source on the graph. This is the guy who made me finally say fuck it and start using an EQ. Really glad I did.
https://diyaudioheaven.wordpress.com/headphones/measurements/brands-a-i/dt990-pro-250%CF%89/

>>62113041
SHP9500S

>>62113041
Just my opinion so don't take it for much but I have the K612 and wish they were a bit more open sounding. They're definitely open, it's great for that, but also a little centred and forward. The sound isn't quite as wide and doesn't have AS much breathing space as you might expect, it's clearly coming from the centre. Like what I mean is the vocals are just forced upfront because of an upper mids emphasis and that can be "close" to listen to. It annoys me a little. But they have a light sound, and the treble sores beautifully without hurting people's ears. Overall for your price range I don't think there's anything neutral-bright as good.

They're comfy enough to wear all day but I have a small head and they sometimes clamp on my ear.

>>62114622
Proof you sold your K712s

>>62111926
>ma900 fag here
Woo there's at least two of us.

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>>62109884
Good OP

>>62113018
What exactly am I looking at here?

>>62116605
magnets glued in place is my guess

>>62116596
Man what are your headphone's model? Those are so fucking nice.
I also love that sticker on your element, its nice. Always get tempted in these threads to upgrade my source.

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Should I pull the trigger?

>>62116990
It's the LCD-2 in rosewood. The sticker is actually engraved into the metal, Jdslabs does free engraving on everything they make, which is the reason why I upgraded to it, even though my old source sounded just as good.

>>62117111
whaaaaaaaaaaaaaat its fucking ENGRAVED? Thats so sick.
I'm fucking sold.
I almost bought a lcd-2 for $700 last night on ebay but came to my senses. Going to try some other headphones that amazon sells for easy returns. First the m1060. Figure if the ringing really hasnt been resolved and its bad I can trivially return them after a month.

>>62112507
Because if you care about latency or sound quality, you use a cable.

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>Budget
100-150 $
>Location
USA
>Source
PC and or gaming console
>Type of headphone
over hear
>Open or closed
doesn't matter
>Comfort level
comfy would be nice
>Past headphones
turtle beaches lmao. i have no idea what im doing.

What do you think of hyper x cloud 2? i have also heard good things from sennheiser hd 598. Im using this mostly for gaming/music. Any other suggestions

>>62112527
Any.
I use coax spdif, because that leaves usb and spdif free for other sources where I don't get to choose.

>>62115978
I really noticed how sloppy the hd 600's bass sounds after getting my vanatoo t0. Maybe an good amp would help but I dont have the money to test something like that out right now.

>>62117353
>What do you think of hyper x cloud 2?
Gamer garbage. Worse than cloud1, which is based on a sub-$50 headphone in the first place (a good one, but sub-$50).
>HD598
Sold as 598se or 598sr these days. Near-identical to often way cheaper HD558. Avoid HD559 (worse) and HD598cs (entirely different and bad).
Look into HD600, HD579, HD598sr/sr, HD558 in that order, depending on what budget you have.
>$150
Should buy you HD579, which are very good.

>>62117667
DAC-X6, Schiit Fulla 2.
>I don't have the money
Less than $100.

I have a pair of M50s and a asus xonar dg soundcard. Anything more my setup could use for me to get the most out of it?

>>62109912
I have the cheapshit hd668b and I honestly wish I had gotten something else
pros:
>okay sound
>removable cable
cons:
>bass?
>ouch my ears
these things have the most uncomfortable ear pads ever

>>62117667
Con't: It's like the bass lingers too long and sounds bloated and covers details.

>>62110071
no
don't fall for superlux meme pls

>>62117702
Just bought the vanatoos. I was thinking once I get some money to get the fulla 2, but I kinda want to get something with optical connection if I ever wanted to use the amp with a console.

>>62117826
I didn't see the DAC-X6 I guess I'll look into it.

So why is this entire thread obsessed with anime avatar fagging and one brand of headphone and one model they make? Do any of you have real knowledge of what you talk about?

All I ever see is you guys argue over graphs that you barely understand, all coming to wildly varying conclusions on a way the headphone sounds, and shitposting avatars and some of the worst music I have ever heard. This awkward obsession with lack of bass and treble too. Any bass that isn't rolled off=nigger bass. Any treble that isn't rolled off=ear rape treble.

This thread is so much worse than /ptg/ that it makes no sense the mods even allow it. I guess it's a containment thread like /ptg/? Keep the autists in the autism cage by making them argue over headphones?

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>buy M50X
>cancer on ear
>remove part of ear
>m50x hurt like a motherfucker
>looking for new pair
I found a local guy selling some AKG 7XX, which I was looking at before anyway. For $100 I am having a hard time passing on them.

Are the 7XX comfy, do they have a lighter grip on the head? I really want some open cans, the little experience I did have with the m50x hasnt been great because of the closed back design.

I've got a Fiio Q1 amp/dac thatll be powering it from the desktop and my phone/laptop on occasion.

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>>62118004
There are shittier threads up right now on /g/ and you come to cry here, just look at:
>>62114551
>>62110297
>>62118110
>>62117963
>>62118061
>>62098946
Now fuck off.
P.D.
Anime website.

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>>62118004
Get out Beyercuck!

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>>62118004
>many models and brands of headphones being discussed
>one brand of headphone and one model they make

>>62118163
these threads are much worse than those ones to be completely honest, not that those threads are good in any way.
>>62118203
what is a beyercuck

>>62118271
you mean
>everything Sennheiser makes
>anyone suggests any other brand
>gets drowned in shitposting and anime avatars

>>62118163
>>62118203
>>62118271
>anime avatar shitposting

undeniable proof of how shitty /hpg/ is.

>>62118145
I also had the M50X before and switched to 7XX.
The m50x felt really heavy and not good for skin around the ear. The 7xx feel like clouds on my head.
After the switch I never looked back, havent worn my m50x ever since which is almost over a year.
I would buy with that price myself even, as a backup.

>>62118203
Satania a cute. A cute!!

>>62118385
>not good for skin around the ear
Yea thats been my problem with them, when they took off the chunk they took out some lymph nodes around it and made an incision just behind my ear, so wearing the M50x is a pain and I've gone back to using my plantronics headset that ive had for several years because of it.

I'll go check em out today!

>>62117353
HD579

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>Budget
50-120$
>Location
Europoor
>Source
PC with integrated sound card, Xiaomi Redmi Note 2, iPod Shuffle and iPod Nano
>Type of headphone
Over-ear
>Open or closed
Preferable closed
>Comfort level
Just comfy enough to enjoy 4 hours a day
>Past headphones
Phillips SHP1900 lmao
Superlux meme HD681
AKG K518DJ aka headclampers
Xiaomi Piston 2
Xiaomi Hybrid

Is there anything over-ear as good (for me bassy and kinda loud) as AKG K518DJ?
Maybe some headphones + cheap amp?

Whole life I just plugged shit and it worked. Some headphones were dogshit, and desu I liked only Phillips SHP1900, Hybrids and AKG k518DJ

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>>62117353
HD579

or

HD579

>>62118342
Reaction image use =/= avatarfagging. Avatarfagging is using pictures of the same character in multiple posts in the same thread as an alternative method to namefagging/tripfagging for giving oneself an identity differentiating oneself from anonymous posters. Avatarfagging is against the rules here; use of reaction images is not.

>>62116541
>SHP9500S
aren't those the meme phones that haven't been made in the past like three years

>>62118542
>europoor
>budget in dollars
wtf.
>over-ear
>closed
HD569, HD380 Pro, CB-1.

>>62118586
I just converted it so Merricanz wouldnt be mad.
HD569 and HD380 are over budget, CB-1 are unobtainable, I cant even find them on aliexpress or banggood

>>62118652
https://thestatusaudio.com/products/cb1
66€

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>>62118700
they look awesome, but picrel, doesn't look like they ship worldwide

>>62118796
Fuck. Why do they bother with the currency droplist on top right I wonder.

>>62118796
>>62118811
If I'm not wrong then Status Audio is just some rebranded chink headphones which are almost 2 time cheaper.

>>62118871
That's easy to prove by finding those cans.
If we knew about them, we'd be recommending them.
CB-1 are already very good and very cheap.

Superlux Hd661 or Hd660 Superlux?

>>62118871
>>62118897
I found them here
http://chinkshit.xyz/infographic.pdf
Somic MM163

>>62118897
Are you a fucking shill or what?
Because first result in Google searching "Status Audio" is some guy on Reddit asking for the name of originals, second and third result are Reddit again but with people who warn others not to buy from Status Audio because it's a chink headphones for x2 price and shills everywhere.

>>62118955
>it's a chink headphones for x2 price
Well, turns out, the chink graph shows the same price.

>>62118987
Get a M40x.

>>62119011
That's a decent option I forgot to list.
Just keep in mind m50x is not.

>>62118948
MM163 appear to be discontinued. It looks like they sold for $45-50 when they were available.

>>62119034
>>62119011
M40x are in my price range, closed, recommended and easily obtainable.
This might be it, thanks bois

Just one more question, if I want my headphones, let's say m40x to play louder or bass to shake my skull, I have to buy DAC like M-AUDIO BASS TRAVELER, Behringer HA400 or FiiO E10k, right?

https://www.amazon.com/Weight-Headphones-Foldable-Stereo-Monitor/dp/B071V7NV4H/
These appear like they might be the same as CB-1.

>>62119179
>to play louder
Sure
>list of products
Consider a Schiit Fulla 2 instead. e10k is known to distort the bass. The other two are unknowns, but "bass traveller" as a product name says fuck no, and behringer as a brand tends to be quite meh.

>>62119210
https://www.amazon.com/Somic-MM185-Music-Headphone-Black/dp/B00JFP2HE8
A review:
>these headphones and the status Audio CB1 are the excatc same headphone. the CB1 are just rebranded.

>>62119179
>I have to buy DAC
If you have the budget for a DAC, increase your headphone budget instead, and get those HD569.
Chances are you don't need a DAC/Amp nor will you benefit from one. It's only necessary if your sources are faulty in the first place.

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Can anyone guide me towards some more models to research into? Right now I have the Sony MDR-100ABN in crosshairs.

>Budget
100-200 euro
>Location
Netherlands
>Source
PC, laptop and mobile
All of these devices have bluetooth, I would like to use it for the occasional game on my pc aswell
>Type of headphone
Full sized
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort level
More comfort is preferred, as long as it leads to a minor (negligible) decrease in sound quality
>Sound signature
-
>Past headphones
Sony MDR-ZX660AP

>>62119346
https://www.innerfidelity.com/content/sennheiser-hd-440-bt-affordable-over-ear-sealed-bluetooth-headphones

>>62118145
dont forget to take into account how much replacement OEM earpads will cost for the K7XX.

irrc it's something like 30 to 50 euro *per* pad. Might be better to just buy new K7XX at $200 in that case unless you don't mind broken-in earpads (and a worn-out elastic).

which is a better amp/dac, the jotunheim stock or the nfb-11.28

>>62119346
>>62119383
Alternatively, for better sound, get an ATH-M40x and a bluetooth adapter. M40x has detachable cable so you should be able to plug the bluetooth adapter into the headphones with a 3.5mm to 2.5mm adapter. You could stick something like this to the side of the headphones with double sided mounting tape: https://www.amazon.com/TaoTronics-Bluetooth-Transmitter-Receiver-Simultaneously/dp/B01EHSX28M

>>62119470
Jotunheim measures very well. NFB has no measurements I've seen thus far.

>>62119522
or should i go with the schiit stack? or Jotunheim?

>>62119545
Jotunheim has more power. Stack has more connectivity. Which is worth more to you?

>>62119573
i do not exactly know. Can someone educate me on which has which advantages and disadvantages? Sorry for being dumb in this regard

>>62119586
In addition, for the jotunheim, are any of the upgrades worth it?

>>62119615
No as the amp itself.

>>62119586
>Fulla 2
Excellent DAC, good amp comsidering USB, sufficient for 99% headphones/uses. Line in, 2x aux out (volume knob "preamp", dac line out), aux power input, super nifty, excellent $99 powerhouse.
>Modi 2
get a fulla2 instead, same dac, better value
>Modi 2 uber
3 inputs, usb, spdif optical & spdif coax. Get if you need the digital inputs, else Fulla 2.
>Modi Multibit
Same as uber, but with multibit meme built in. So far, measurements say it should sound the same. Get if memed or if you have too much money and don't know what to do with it.
>Magni 2
Excellent value for $99. Absurd high power. Get this if you want to drive HD600 to crazy loud no problem.
>Magni 2 Uber
A little more power. Aux preamp outs. Get this if you also have speakers, and you want them to kick in when you unplug the headphones from the magni.
>Jotunheim
More power than you'd ever need. Balanced meme. Get this for the aesthetical value or if you have too much money and you don't know what to do with it.
Added note if you care about aesthetics: Uber versions of the stack use different metal than non-uber.

The Jotunheim's forte is balanced output and being a dac/amp in one. Also has a better volume knob. If you don't care about balanced out and don't need the additional power the stack would serve you well.

>>62119749
Alright, considering the max headphone i'll every get is a hd600, i think i will go with the stack. Do the Uber stack have any sort of problems that i should know of?

>>62119802
It explodes if you fill it with tannerite and shoot it with a gun.

>>62119802
>problems with the uber stack
No analog passthrough inputs in the modi. Schiit's solution for this is the SYS (that is, spending more money).
You won't have that problem with the Fulla 2, but in exchange you won't get any digital inputs.
>the max headphone i'll every get is a hd600, i think i will go with the stack.
HD600, uber stack and fulla 2 owner here. I do suggest you get the Fulla 2 and if and only if you ever need more power, get the Magni 2 and attach it to Fulla 2's DAC out.
This is a setup at least 2 anons hanging around /hpg/ do have and are happy with.

HD 569 closed headphones

Yes or no?

>>62119931
Alright, I'll consider that. But I probably will start with the Magni 2 Uber. Yes or should i start with a dac instead?

>>62120010
Strongly suggest getting the Fulla 2, if you're starting with only one thing. That's excellent DAC + good amp.
On my experience (guy with fulla2 & uber stack), fulla2+magni uber sounds identical to fulla2, but motherboard line out + magni uber sounds worse. YMMV, but in terms of making things sound good, it'll help you more than just getting the Magni2 Uber and praying that your source isn't fucking you somehow.
That $99 Fulla 2 is also the absolute best value of all the schiit items discussed.

>>62120081
Is there any way to externally test whether your source isn't fucking you?

WARNING! SCHIIT SHILL ITT

>>62119749
>>62120081

>>62120165
Calm down. Anon asked for differences between schiit products. No schilling involved.

>>62120205
I see ;)

>>62120122
Double-blind test, with both devices volume-matched, against a known-good source, such as a Fulla 2.

>>62118582
Those are the SHP9500(non-S)

>>62119999
Yes.

>budget
$200-250 USD
>location
Australia
>source
Audio Interface
>type of headphones
Full sized
>open/closed
Open I think
>comfort
Looking for very comfortable cans
>sound signature
Going to be using them for very casual amateur music and general audio production so I'd prefer something fairly flat and neutral

I'm looking at DT880s at the moment. Any other suggestions at this price point?

>>62120276
HD579, AKG K701/702

>>62120276
Near that price, you might be able to get HD600. Typically findable at $280 somewhere.
>Canada
Ouch. Maybe HD579.

>>62120276
HD600, k712, k702.

>>62120342
Is there a big difference between the K701s and K702s besides the removable cable?

How would you compare the sound between them, the Beyers and the Senns?

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>>62120276
DT 880s are you best option. There is the HD 600, or you can save money and eq out that treble peak

>>62120397
No difference. The 702 anniversary edition has a bit of extra bass though.

As someone who's owned both the 600 and 880, the beyers are more bassy, and have brighter treble but vocals will have less potential to be harsh. The senns have less bass but are in general more balanced.

>>62120392
The HD600s and K712s both seem a bit more expensive than I was envisioning. What sort of improvements would I hear for that bump up in money?

>>62119802
two wallwarts

just get a DAC/Amp combo. NFB-11 if you must insist going audiophool

suggest velour pads for the CD900ST

>>62120431
Given that the HD600s will be almost twice the price for me the DT880s seem like a pretty tempting choice. They lack the removable cable I suppose but I intend to be using them at my desk so it's a set-and-forget thing. Is the cable one the DT880s decent? How does the comfort of the DT880 compare to the HD600s over long sessions?

>>62120547
>cd900st
Chihaya's choice.

Best budget headphone for listening to metal?

>>62120565
>They lack the removable cable
Lol, disposable garbage.
I'd spend the extra cash and get HD579 or HD600.
http://headphonespares.sennheiser.co.uk/hifi-tv-headphones/hd-600-avantgarde

>>62120463
well the HD6XX was US$200 off massdrop when it was available and it's just a rebranded HD650. Not sure about Australia, but I imagine the HD650 is something like US$400 there because upside down market. I fully expect a 3rd drop for the HD6XX to come again around Christmas/New Year.

i would not buy an HD600 in Australia if it's anything like the pricing situation in Canada. I would not recommend the K712 either since the build is very disappointing for its price, looks like a $100 headphone. Sound signature aside, it's not like sound quality actually differs that much around this price range.

>>62120603
The HD 579 sound fucking worse. HD 600 or get out with the DT 880s

>>62120245
might get those then
are they at the price of shp9500 before the shp9500 became a meme & shot up like thirty dollars?

>>62120565
As long as you don't pull and manhandle that shit, they won't break

>>62120619
>no removable cable
>a beyer, holding up to a HD5xx headphone.
What a joke.

>>62120629
>Shot up like thirty dollars?
They're $50 right now in Newegg, if you're an Amerifat

Kitty just ruined my HD600s' cable, where can I get a cheap replacement that's not terrible?

>>62120656
sadly don't have diabetes yet

>>62120639
>HD 579
>Better than the DT 880 w/o the treble peak
Your shilling is clouding your mind, anon

>>62120671
How much do they cost there where you live? As long as they're <$80, i'd go for them

>>62120682
>beyer
>w/o treble peak
EQ the treble peak out?
I read that as: Buy shit comfortable headphones, EQ the hell out of them.
If you want to do that, by all means get some Sennheiser, they're popular for their comfort and generally have removable cables.

What is the difference between HD600s and HD650s?

>>62120669
>http://headphonespares.sennheiser.co.uk/hifi-tv-headphones/hd-600-avantgarde
For the original.
>http://headphonespares.sennheiser.co.uk/hifi-tv-headphones/hd-650
For the vastly favored 650's cable, which is compatible.
>amazon, etc
For a load of third party cables, with XLR, 3.5 or 6.25 jacks at the other end.

>>62120738
Kek. The DT 880s are hella comfy, but they aren't the prettiest headphones out there
>EQ the hell out of them
Are you retarded? See >>62120431

>>62120741
hd650 has a better cable

>>62120741
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZaR34WTjYt4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c2Es9S9tXTY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yV2wUtFcCv8

>>62120768
>a little EQ
>a lot of EQ
Both are EQ. If you EQ, you get a lot of freedom.
Freedom to get headphones that are comfortable AND have a removable cable.

>>62120824
Both are fairly comfortable headphones, but if anon wants, he can always spend an extra $100 for headphones that'll always stay on his desk. No use on buying an HD 579 though

>>62120918
>comfortable
Sure. But would I spend that much on disposable headphones that don't even have removable cable. I wouldn't.
Would I recommend them? Absolutely not.

>>62120918
>an extra $100 for headphones that'll always stay on his desk
Meant to add a detachable cable in there somewhere

When will Massdrop have a new order for their HD6XX? Missed my chance to get them.

>>62120942
Like I said, HD 600s or go home with DT 880s.
>>62120619
The choice is all on anon

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>>62120276
HD600, obviously. DT880 are terrible treble-heavy dogshit with no mids. https://warosu.org/g/thread/S61717475#p61723504

>>62121025
Then eq out that treble peak, silly anon. All anon needs to decide now, is if spending $100 extra is worth it for detachable cables
>>62120276

>>62116580
>timestamp
>proof
Uhh who gives a shit. Look at the graphs and see for yourself.

>>62121057
I'm debating that now. Thanks for the input everyone I've certainly narrowed my choices down. Gonna work out exactly what the price difference between the two is gonna be in strayaland.

>>62121057
>if spending $100 extra is worth it for detachable cables
It's absolutely worth it if you want it to be a long-term investment since cables breaking is the most common way for headphones to break.

>>62121101
Either way you go, hope you like them, anon! The cable from the DT 880 is no way flimsy, but it's also nice to have detachable cable

>>62121122
Source?

>>62121096
Kek. Then I guess we'll never know if anon was lying or not. Remember, headphones are subjective :^)

>>62120741
HD600 are more neutral/accurate; HD650 are more warm/dark. The difference is about 3 dB of treble or bass, depending on how you align the graphs when you compare them. It's equally accurate to say HD650 have 3 dB more bass as it is to say they have 3 dB less treble.
HD600 are generally considered better sounding.

>>62121206
>its impossible for anything to go against my worldview, must clearly be lies! Also if I use the smiley with the caret nose I'll show them all I'm not mad!
(u:

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Pls nu bully

>Budget $100-200 (eBay is a nice option for deals on headphones at times)

>Location - USA

>Source - Desktop computer with shitty old soundcard i got for free and my LG V20 for travel

>Type of headphone - full headphones but not crazy bulky like the bc CB-1s (i know it's mostly the ear cushions that give it bulk)

>Open or closed - closed (i commute alot) but also come back home and listen to music

>Comfort level - maximum comfy (i can replace pads if needed) i modified my headset with a very thin cotton and memory foam I had from a project and tore out the rubber/plastic shit headpad and sew that in , its more comfortable then my CB-1's headband and if something like that exists that would be nice, with very soft ear cushions i could buy and place on later

>Sound Signature - I don't know what i like, i tried even and don't care for it, i do like a good bit of bass (i mostly listen to Japanese weeb music like OP's covered in English and then orchestra music, then a tiny bit of electro hop)

>Past headphones - CB 1's , some shitty 15$ sades headset


Id love to have the best sound quality to comfort <3

>>62120765
Thanks baby

>>62121319
You mean, like >>62093716? :^)

>>62121340
heheh
you are really cute <3

>>62121356
>points to literally unrelated post
???

>>62121373
Pic + timestamp or no proof, dear anon

>>62121340
Mdr 1a possibly. Msr7 is better, but it's not super comfortable and has lesser build

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>>62110522
UMI BEST DESU

>>62121393
I'm not even the same anon.

>>62121340
ATH-MSR7

>>62116580
>Proof you sold your K712s

Nice bait anti 600 faggot. You act like most people even rate the 712 anywhere fucking near the 600. Try harder next time.

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>>62120965

>>62121450
I'm still waiting, anon :^)

At least silly ol' anon here, did provide proof >>62093832

>>62121509
Proof that he has excess melanin.

>>62121549
Proof you aren't a poorfag in denial

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>>62121360
Thank <3
>>62121399
>>62121421
What makes the MSR7 uncomfortable out of curiosity?

How are the graphs against the CB-1 (i dont know where you guys get those, but im curious none the less)

>>62121683
pls be my gf

>>62121315
This. I own the 600 and I bump the bass up 2db. The treble of the 600 is already low enough, and that's what makes the 650 inferior. It's good, but it's a muddy version of the 600. Whether you fel the need to add more sub bass or not.

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>>62121705
I can't bb, im a straight very very testosterone filled male with a qt gf that likes trap clothes (don't know the style per say but thigh highs and revealing clothing, she's too shy to wear it though unless she's around me <3 but that's the end of my blog post BACK TO HEADPHONES

So I know that this means a significant downgrade in quality, but my living situation is OBSCENELY loud, so I need wireless headphones.
Are there are good recommendations under $150? Preferably something that can run 6-10 hours per charge?

>>62109884
Is the schiit stack actually better than the odac? money aside, I'd rather have one metal block on my desk than two. The odac al in one is tempting but is it actually inferior to the stack?

>>62121403
Umi a best. A best!!

>>62121959
Stack's specs are higher. More headroom. Big headphone jack. Power in the back.

>>62121783
oh ok...

>>62111320
Doesn't change the fact that anime is disgusting and doesn't belong here.
>Weeb neighborhood
>>>/a/

>>62121549
>Being this much in denial

>>62122030
Thanks but

>Big headphone jack
This is optional on the o2 I think
>Power in the back
Magni has this

>>62119242
wrong the cb-1 are SOMIC MM163 not MM185

>>62121683
>What makes the MSR7 uncomfortable out of curiosity?
They aren't

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>>62122084
>>Power in the back
>magni has this
Yep. And O2 too, but also optional.
Lots of annoying, silly, tiering for basic/obvious features.
Schiit does some of that too with the uber (preamp outs), but at least the uber also has higher specs vs non-uber.
>pic
Das keyboard clean, k70 tested enough, back to das keyb.

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I've made some changes to my headphone collection that I thought I'd report on, hopefully this will be useful to someone.

ATH-M50
I swapped the stock pads for velour pads sold on massdrop. The only change I noticed is that my ears sweat a lot less. They are now much more comfortable to wear. I don't use the M50 that much, so I can't give a detailed explanation of any sound changes. To me they sound they same.

MDR-CD900ST
Another pad change. The stock pads on my CD900ST were starting to flake. Using pads intended for the V6 takes away the richness in the upper mids that I love so much. To get around this I imported a pair of Yaxi leather pads made for the CD900ST from Japan. After extensive listening I have not noticed any change in sound or comfort. The only benefit has been better aesthetics and not needing to buy another pair of pads for a few years.

MDR-V6
The pads on these were starting to flake and had done so much more on one side than the other. I replaced them with the sheepskin leather pads from Auray. Again there was no change in sound or comfort.

Schiit Modi 2 Uber
I needed to have the LEDs on my CA DACMagic replaced and while that was happening I didn't want to go without a DAC. I bought a Modi 2 Uber to use for a few weeks. I have not been impressed with it at all. It works and is better than onboard sound but it seems quiter and the sound feels a lot less open. I have spent hours comparing the DACMagic and the Modi with different headphones, in my opinion there is a big difference.

>>62121868
If you want a cheap but decent pair of wireless headphones, look out for a pair of AKG K912. These should available on eBay. They use UHF rather than bluetooth.

>>62122229
How is the sound on the Sony Mdr-cd900st?

>>62122229
>DACMagic
Modi2 is ruler flat.
DACMagic, going by the name, seems like the DAC is doing magic, that is, coloring, that is, not flat.
>being into magic DACs
Should have got the modi multibit meme. It's magical.

>>62122262
>>62122229
Also where can I buy a pair? Are amazon sellers good?

>>62122229
The idea of buying used headphones is unappealing, honestly.
They don't need to be fantastic, I'm not expecting studio grade quality, I just need something I can keep on my noggin during the day so I don't have to hear my neighbors slamming bowling balls into the floor

>>62122192
Thanks, but I have no idea why you mentioned keyboards?

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>>62122284
Just an ongoing thing (some people here know my das keyb and that I've been using k70) I shoehorned in. Some of the cables you see in the pic are actual sennheiser headphone cables, very on-topic imagery.
>>62122262
Chihaya loves them, pic related.

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I regret falling for these memes.

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>>62122053
Sorry <3 atleast I'm honest and not a tease~

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>>62122373
>He fell for the arch meme.

>>62122373
nice photo m8

>>62122400
thanks for bro. it was taken with my xiaomeme phone

>>62122373
HD600, Arch and Thinkpad.
Nothing to regret there, Anon.

>>62122297
Oh you're idol trash I think?

I know nothing about keyboards and I couldn't care less. Have a nice night either way.

>>62122373
Are you driving them with laptop onboard sound?

>>62122373
>Damage control team comes in again

>>62122474
Too late

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>>62122386
Nothing to regret re: Arch.
I've been using Linux since 1997. Debian, then ~2003 Gentoo and since 2015 I also have Arch (in everything but main workstation, still Gentoo).
Arch is fantastic, doesn't get in the way and has everything up to date + large AUR collection (better maintained than the portage tree). Basically 90% of the greatness of Gentoo (mostly giving up USE flags for base and -march=yourcpu) for, like, 10% the maintainance effort. Perfect for getting work done.
>>62122452
Damn, you got me.
>and I couldn't care less
Your fingers (and mind) deserve no less than a mechanical keyboard, and this is true whether you're aware of or not. MX Browns are suggested.
>Have a nice night either way.
T-thanks. You too anon-san.

>>62121868
>Wants isolation
>Asks for wireless
Nigga, you're a goon. Get IEMs and over ear pretection like ear muffs
>>62122462
That's exactly what it looks like.

>>62122544
IEMs are incredibly uncomfortable after an hour

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>>62122525
>(in everything but main workstation, still Gentoo)
*which is still Gentoo.
Obviously using Arch elsewhere for the convenience of low maintainance.
Even my main workstation has two roots (one is Arch), and no matter which one I do boot, the other one gets mounted and a bunch of rbinds, ready to chroot and use at any time for max convenience. :-)
>>62122553
Go full sized open, such as HD600 or HD579.

>>62122570
>Isolation
>Open
>Wireless
>Wired
think.png

>>62122570
retard

>>62122587 >>62122596
Even I break my combo on llsif sometimes, perfect anon-kun.

>>62122262
In my opinion I think they are better than the V6/7506, which I also own. I love the textured treble with electronic and clear smooth mids with vocals. The sound is similar to the V6 but it's much more refined with greater clarity and less sibilance. They feel less closed in and have a more open sound stage than the V6. I find that I am able to wear them for hours with discomfort. I still spend about 70% of my time listening to these instead of the K712 or the HD650. I highly recommend them if you listen to female vocals or classical. Just be aware that they can be sterile and cold with more heavy genres.

>>62122270
DACMagic is a model of DAC from Cambridge Audio.

>>62122272
You can buy them from either amazon or ebay, look for a seller in Japan with good feedback or reviews. This is the easiest and most expensive way of doing it though. It's cheaper to use a Japanese shipping proxy, which is what I do.

>>62122283
Sennheiser RS120. These should be around $60. Like the K912 they use UHF and that's why they are cheaper.

>>62122570
Hello cute anime girl.

I never wore open headphones. How would you describe the difference in sound quality over closed?

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>>62122636
>cd900st
Taking note. I had them on my sights already, but I like what I'm hearing from you about them.

For my HD600 bro's, this sounds damn good.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GzCicumfqlI

>>62122693
>over closed
Open isn't magical, but it tends to sound better / price. That is the main lure for me, and the reason they get recommended a lot.
Other than that, there's better comfort (less pressure for the seal, no unpleasant "underwater" feeling of not being able to hear properly what's around you and/or hearing your voice oddly or your breathing too much) and more "natural" sounding (to do with soundstage and imaging).
>>62122740
>"This video is not available"
Fucking youtube. I'll give it a try later.

>>62122757
Sorry friend, here's another good track. Vocals start at 1:10

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xA4heQsi5yQ

>>62122769
Fuck off.

>>62122769
Same "this video is not available".
Youtube's hapless. Perhaps some other time.

>>62122780
Huh?

>>62122788
Use https://mixtape.moe/ to share music.

>>62122757
Thank you baby.

>>62122797
>.moe
Why do all these upload sites have to be run by weaboo autists. I was glad when pomf finally shut down.

>>62122811
I'm glad your posting on 4chan must make you as miserable as it makes us

>>62122740
>>62122769
These music channels on YT are US only, by the way. When sharing, try to find a normal upload instead.

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>>62122797
There we go.
>Music S.T.A.R.T.
https://my.mixtape.moe/oxxshr.flac

https://my.mixtape.moe/jjqplf.mp3

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>>62122851
And its complementary
>LOVELESS WORLD
https://my.mixtape.moe/iffvpj.flac
Served cold, with a touch of aguri.

>>62122942
Sad choice of file format, but nice song.

>>62122946
Aguri a cute. A cute!!

When are you cuties going to start taking estrogen pills

>>62122997
PSA: This isn't the programming thread.

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https://my.mixtape.moe/cpodud.mp3

>>62123030 new thread

>>62123013
Same, but proper format.
https://my.mixtape.moe/mrbukb.flac
You're welcome.