I'd like to see higher end USB support on DACs. Most of the time 16/48 is enough but I have several recordings on my computer that are 24/96 and am planning on expanding my collection of higher quality stuff. My computer doesn't have optical out and so USB is my only option. Something other than the TI PCM2902 which is limited to 16/48 would be nice.
What I'd love to see is more brand/model choices. There are often brand/models talked about in audio forums where people are raving about them, but not carried by headphone.com. That's pretty frustrating because I love how detailed the reviews are (and the frequency chart is a Godsend), and I really want to see that applied to more brands/models out there. It makes it much easier to compare different models/brands and make an informed decision.
There are also models on the site that's missing frequency charts--like the Sennheiser wireless models for example.
Some of the reviews seem to avoid the shortcomings of certain models. For example, the DT770 is know for being a bass monster, but that is not mentioned anywhere in the review. Or that the HD280 Pro can be uncomfortable to wear even if it's circumaural--it feels like a vise on your head after a while.
Some of the reviews seem to avoid the shortcomings of certain models. For example, the DT770 is know for being a bass monster, but that is not mentioned anywhere in the review. Or that the HD280 Pro can be uncomfortable to wear even if it's circumaural--it feels like a vise on your head after a while.
Its probably worth remembering they are trying to sell you these things at the end of the day. I was surprised at how honest the product descriptions/reviews were, any more info and i think they would begin putting people off.
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What I'd love to see is more brand/model choices. There are often brand/models talked about in audio forums where people are raving about them, but not carried by headphone.com.
For what it's worth, we are going to be carrying Denon shortly. We have the line in-house now for evaluation, and we're quite impressed with their stuff.
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That's pretty frustrating because I love how detailed the reviews are (and the frequency chart is a Godsend), and I really want to see that applied to more brands/models out there. It makes it much easier to compare different models/brands and make an informed decision.
There are also models on the site that's missing frequency charts--like the Sennheiser wireless models for example.
Good points. We are just now in the middle of revamping our measurements. Sadly, our Audio Precision tester just broke and we're going to have to delay a bit to get it fixed and then continue measuring. Suffice it to say, I too am very interested in continuing and improving our measurement program, and we will be re-measuring all the headphones and the re-doing our measurement tool on-line.
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Some of the reviews seem to avoid the shortcomings of certain models.
As miniduncan rightly points out, we have to be a bit careful about dissing cans. On the one hand, we simple can't say a certain headphone is junk when there are some people out there might have tastes that will be satisfied by that product, and on the other hand our vendors might get a little uncontrollably pissy (read lawsuit or getting cut off) if we diss something too hard. Slowly we're coming to grips with this issue by just not carrying things we don't like.
Some of the reviews seem to avoid the shortcomings of certain models. For example, the DT770 is know for being a bass monster, but that is not mentioned anywhere in the review. Or that the HD280 Pro can be uncomfortable to wear even if it's circumaural--it feels like a vise on your head after a while.
FWIW, the most recent beyerdynamic DT770 'audiophile' edition [250-ohm] with the rounded grey-matte earcups seems to offer more control of the bottom-end versus the older DT770 models or even the current DT770-M model... that's yet another reason for some updated headphone measurements, eh!
You need to put out an Airhead with a bass boost again. Looking around for myself, that's a very desireable feature for many purchasers hoping for more BOOM for their buck. Let's face it, most kids new to headphone aren't complete audiophiles looking for straight wire path, they just want excitement and MORE volume. Bass is a big part of that. I see amp after amp going unsold on ebay, but if the seller mentions he's installed a bass boost, the bidding begins. I had an old airhead with bass boost. If the new ones had that feature, my search would be over...
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I read a bunch (but not the entire thread), so I apologize if this has been brought up already:
Your 2006 MicroDAC is a great product. How about an upgrade product for portable use? The Ultra Micro DAC with DAC is pricey (which isn't all bad for what it is), but it would be nice to have a portable DAC with the option to use an off board amp as well. To my knowledge, none of your new DAC's are portable and have a lineout. There are still a bunch of us with H1xx out here....so give us a better option than the ibasso D1.
Easily replaceable batteries are always a plus also.
I also noticed today that the Ultra Micro combo is changed (?) on your website...Jeremy just quoted me $699 two days ago for a portable "Ultra Micro w/DAC", but on your website it's now $598 and not the portable combo version? I'm so confused
I also noticed today that the Ultra Micro combo is changed (?) on your website... Jeremy just quoted me $699 two days ago for a portable "Ultra Micro w/DAC", but on your website it's now $598 and not the portable combo version? I'm so confused.
Sorry about any confusion, Wolfen68!
The HeadRoom 'Portable Micro Amp' WITH DAC unit is $698usd. It's also available w/o a DAC installation (analog-input only) for $399usd.
The HeadRoom 'Ultra Micro Amp' and 'Ultra Micro DAC' are AC-power-only separates (2 components) in deep "Class-A" bias that must be plugged in at all times to operate. Each Ultra Micro Amp or Ultra Micro DAC component is priced at $699 ea.
The HeadRoom 'Portable Micro Amp' WITH DAC unit is $698usd. It's also available w/o a DAC installation (analog-input only) for $399usd.
The HeadRoom 'Ultra Micro Amp' and 'Ultra Micro DAC' are AC-power-only separates (2 components) in deep "Class-A" bias that must be plugged in at all times to operate. Each Ultra Micro Amp or Ultra Micro DAC component is priced at $699 ea.
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OK..that helps. I still stand by the observation that it seems there's a gap in your new lineup (a new portable DAC only unit).
OK..that helps. I still stand by the observation that it seems there's a gap in your new lineup (a new portable DAC only unit).
Thanks, Wolfen... Fwiw, we do have some BRAND-NEW 9-volt battery-powered [AC power supply also included] HeadRoom Micro DACs still available currently listed under "B-stock". We currently have about 10 of those 9v portable-application Micro DACs left; then they'll be officially goners.
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