Hi x838nwy, thanks for asking!   My D2000s got back from Panurgy yesterday. By the way, they did a great job repairing them, and even fixed the fraying on my old recable job. I didn't expect them to touch aftermarket work, so I'm very pleased. Cost $120 for a new headband assembly, $20 for...

  No, I think you have the wrong impression. I am disappointed but I am not looking to blame anyone. I was seeking to add my personal experience to the thread so that others in a similar situation may have a better idea of what to expect. If someone searches "Magni Modi IEMs" on Google, my post...

I will do more listening tests but many of the recordings I was using before were FLAC-->ALAC converts, high bitrate AAC, or 256kbps+ MP3. In the past I've been unable to distinguish ALAC from 320kbps MP3.     True enough.

  I understand that there is much better gear out there, both for DACs and amps.   But I also understand this is a game of diminishing returns, so for my first DAC/amp I wanted something that would give an inkling of what I've been missing. Among D2000 owners there seems to be a common...

I received my Schiit Stack 4 days ago. This is both my first DAC and first amp. I am not impressed.       I did some A/B tests between the M/M and my MacBook Pro. I could hardly tell a difference.   Feeling quite put-off because I've been hyped to believe a DAC/amp combo would be a...

Awesome! I'm looking forward to the E9's availability!

Quote: Originally Posted by jcoops16 Last night the stud that attach's the earcup to the headband on my d2000's sheared in two, so I need a new stud and nut. I have sent an email to denon asking if they supply them or if I can buy then from some where. Does anyone know if they provide...

All of the Denons look great but even the plastic cups of the D2000 can look good sometimes. And of course the D7000. Great finish. not my photos btw

Quote: Originally Posted by ClieOS No spec atm, but it will likely be over $100 as FiiO is planning to have a much better amp section in the E9 as it is intended to drive big cans. ah well, no concern of mine. If they can keep it compact, stylish, and under $150 with the...

Quote: Originally Posted by macrog Yes definately worth the extra for the ST. I have the st and stx both upgraded with 3 x lme49720nz opamps. The ST is in a totally different league to the stx. The stx is soundly trounced by the musiland 02us usb dac where the ST is probably actually a...

Quote: Originally Posted by Scott_Tarlow I am pretty sure the E5 will make the sound from your sound card worse, since you have such a high end sound card. Yeah I was afraid of this. Then I'll save the little guy for portable use only. The E9 setup is fine though, right? I...

Well it looks like I can find the STX for $160 shipped. But this ST, which apparently has some improvements, is no less than $210 anywhere. Anyone know if the extra $50 is worth it? I have no reason to get the H6, by the way.

First, ClieOS, I have to thank you for keeping us so informed with these products. You must be very close to FiiO because I cannot find this information anywhere else. I ordered the E5 last week as my first amp, just to test the waters, and it will arrive sometime in the next 7 days. I'm sort...

Wait, so if I have Denon D2000s (25 ohms) would I be in for a nasty surprise if I bought the ST(X)? Anything I should do immediately upon receiving it?

The Essence is the best Xonar for stereo headphones. There is a line out with an amp on it, but I believe there is an alternate output. I've heard some criticism about the amp on the card being a "$2.25" IC, but I still will be investing in it to find out how it is for myself. Since you also...