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Curiosity Check: Sony Xperia and LG V Series Compared
Recently I acquired a 2015 Sony Xperia Z5 Compact and here’s my impression on this device. Why: I am curiously attracted to this unit because it comes in a form factor and dimension I regard as suitable for a portable DAP. Sized at 127 x 65 x 8.9 mm it is really compact and yet it features...- OspreyAndy
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$2000 Closed Back Headphone
In two weeks time I will be spending around $2000 on one closed back headphone. My shortlist so far points to Sennheiser HD820. But before pulling the trigger, I would like to hear suggestions based on the following criteria which is crucial for me: - Sparkly resolving sonic characteristics...- OspreyAndy
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- closed back summit hi-fi
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Beyerdynamic T5 G3 or DT1770 Pro?
Between these two, T5 Gen3 and DT1770 Pro, I need help with advise based on my listening preference: - I prefer neutral flat sparkly sonic characteristic (like Etymotic ER4S or AKG K701 kind of sparkly) - Non overpowering bass volume, but deep and impactful and well extended - Not picky with...- OspreyAndy
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AKG K52 : From $36 to $360 Performance - The Makeover Mods
I love underdogs. Aside from enjoying music and the Audio gears, I am equally passionate with the modifications of Audio gears itself. And so what I have here is the lowest priced circumaural closed-back 40mm dynamic driver AKG K52. I am sure you have read reviews from those who have listened...- OspreyAndy
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JCally JA21 - The $6.75 USB DAC with BIG Personality
I was doing some regular shopping via Shopee Online for audio supplies of MMCX sockets, plugs, cables etc. and this tiny DAC caught my attention. And I said myself "hey I have not seen you before", now anybody who frequent Shopee/Lazada/Aliexpress would know that the moment you do a search on...- OspreyAndy
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- Forum: Portable Headphone Amps
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Closed Back Options, AKG K371 or Sennheiser HD25
AKG K371 or Sennheiser HD25: I have narrowed down to these two base on feedbacks and reviews I read. I haven't actually ever listened to any one of them. So between the two the following factor is important to me: - Sound Quality (prefer neutral curve) - Good isolation - I don't mind if they...- OspreyAndy
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xDuoo XD05 BAL vs. iFi xCAN - Undecided (yet)
Want to hear opinions from those of you who have had the experience to listen to both of these, Xduoo XD05 BAL vs. iFi xCAN. Both are pretty much within the same price bracket and I am fully aware that only XD05 offers full DAC functions. I am debating between these 2 because both offers 1000mW...- OspreyAndy
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Returning Audio Junkie - Lossless Portable Options
And so after over 10 years of hiatus I am back into portable DAP/IEM options. I used to own and loved this setup: - Apple iMod 5.5g - MiniBox E+ or XIN SuperMini - Etymotic ER4-P with S options (recabled with silver wires) - FLAC files all around - Silver/Copper ICs * and also have an alternate...- OspreyAndy
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