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Why is there a no thread for the Meze Empyrean Elite?
Did I miss it, or is there one?- ken6217
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Custom Tips
I was thinking of having customs tips made for a universal IEM. Do these work well?- ken6217
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- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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Sound quality difference between iPhone 6 plus and current generation iPod
Is there any difference in sound quality for the iPhone 6 plus and the current generation iPod touch?- ken6217
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Which is the better sounding Whiplash silver cable?
I am looking at the Whiplash TWag V3 and TWag Litz V3 for my 64 Audio A12 ciem's. Which is the better overall performer? Thanks, Ken- ken6217
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- Forum: Cables, Power, Tweaks, Speakers, Accessories (DBT-Free Forum)
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Exogal Comet Plus DAC
Has anyone listened to this DAC? How does it compare to thew Aurilac Vega?- ken6217
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- Forum: Dedicated Source Components
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Anyone use a tube preamp with solid state headphone amp?
Does anyone use a tube preamp with solid state headphone amp? I was wondering if I could use my solid state amp and still get that tube sound by using a tube preamp?- ken6217
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- Forum: Headphone Amps (full-size)
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Schiit Ragnarok versus Aurelic Taurus Mk2
Does anyone have experience with both or can offer an opinion? Using with PS Audio DirectStream and HIfiman HE-1000's, or Audeze LCD-4 as I may sell the HE-1000's. Thanks, Ken- ken6217
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Cable recommendation for 64 Ears A12?
Can anyone recommend a good cable over the stock cable for my Adel A12 customs? I don't like a bright sound but with the stock cable the A12's sound like they have a veil over them. Also looking for something that there isn't a long lead time to get them. Thanks, Ken- ken6217
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Hifiman 901U and 901S differences
What is different between Hifiman 901U and 901S? Thanks, Ken- ken6217
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Does Hifiman 802S and the Classic/HD switch?
Does Hifiman 802S and the Classic/HD switch as the 802 head? Thanks!- ken6217
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Which is the best sounding HifiMan DAP?
This may be an odd question, but what do you find is the best and richest sounding Hifiman Dap.... 901, 802, etc? I do not like bright or sibilant, and do like a warmer presentation. I know the older models to not have the Sabre chips in them and was wondering if they have a more analogue...- ken6217
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Why is the Ayre Codex not popular on Head-Fi?
I was curious why the Ayre Codex headphone amp / DAC is mentioned much? I know there isa rather short thread but I never see it come up when people are deciding on amps and DAC's. Ken- ken6217
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Anyone compare the Vega to the PS Audi Direct Stream head to head?
Has anyone compared these two DACs in the same system for comparison? Ken- ken6217
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Help me pick a killer headphone amp- $3500 budget
Hi, I am looking for a s/s killer amp, and my budget is $3,500. Looking for something eith power and can play loud. Great dynamics, bass, detailed, but not overly bright. Looking to use these with my Hifiman HE-1000's. May get other phones in the future, but these are my current headphones...- ken6217
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Auralic Taurus MKII vs Violectric V281
I was interested in these headphone amps. Will be paired with Hifiman HE-560 or 1000's. Has anyone heard both of these amps and care to share their opinions? Thanks, Ken- ken6217
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Help me choose an amp to piggyback my Hifiman 901
I have a Hifiman 901S that I use with Sennheiser IE800's. I am looking at Audeyze and Hifiman headphones and would like an external amp to drive them. Can anyone recommend a good headphone amp. I am not looking for a portable amp. I am looking for an amp with good slam, good tight bass...- ken6217
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- Forum: Headphone Amps (full-size)
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AK240 Wall charger
I just picked up the AK240SS today. What wall charger do you use for this that is safe to use? Thanks, Ken- ken6217
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AK240 silver versus stainless steel finish
Has anybody compared the two? A&K states the sound is better on the stainless steel model (at a $500.00 premium). Thanks, Ken- ken6217
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Resonessence Concero and IFI Micro iDSD
I am currently using an Imod with Headstage amp with my Sennheiser IE800's. I had read good things about Ressonessence Concerto HP. Would this be a huge upgrade? I am editing this post as the more I read, I think this unit can only be used with a laptop and not a portable device. Is that...- ken6217
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Fiio E17 Alpen
I have a few different amps that I play around with. I was thinking of trying out the Fiio E17 Alpen since it is also a DAC and has equalization. Doe sit truly have an equalizer or does it just have presets for bass and treble? How is the DAC. Using it with an Ipod Classic. Thanks, Ken- ken6217
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Thinking of going with AKG 702?
I currently have Westone 4R and Sennheiser 650's. I am using them with ALO RX Mk3 amp and CLAS. I really do not like the 650's and want a full size cans that are comfortable, great sound, and no ear splitting treble, and good quality base. (Gee isn't this what everyone wants?) :) Can...- ken6217
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Would Hifiman HE-500 be an upgrade over my Senn HD-650's?
I was wondering if the Hifiman HE-500 would be an upgrade over my Senn HD-650's? I mostly Iisten to mostly Rock music. Thanks, Ken- ken6217
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Headphone recommendations for ~ $1,000.00
Help me pick some worthy full size headphones. I have an ALO Rx Mk3 amp and CLASS dac. I am currently using Senn HD-25-1 ll headphones. I like them but want more. I had purchased the Audeze LCD-2's. I like the openness and soundstage, but not in love with these. Especially not for a...- ken6217
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MY new LCD-2's
I got these today. They certainly are massive and certainly not the most comfortable. In the instructions it say to fluff the are pads as they may have shifted etc in the box. Is the thickness supposed to be the same all around? On one side it is about 1 1/4" thick and on another side it...- ken6217
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Which iPod has the best sound quality?
I was curious which iPod has the best sound quality, the newest generation Classic or the Touch? I need at least 80 gb so that is what I need to choose from. I see that there seem to be more (better) equalizer apps for the Touch than the Classic so I guess this should be taken into...- ken6217
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