Just an update since I started this thread. I ended up falling down the rabbit hole. I ended up buying the HD6xx, 58x, 7xx, LCD-2c, HD598, 4XX, TR-X00. I have to say the best cans for gaming out of those are the 7XX. Has wide soundstage and great sound for the price. For more intimate games, I...

Thats what I'm curious about. I just bought the LCX + sdac and like it so far

Wow, this is far more complex than I thought. On my MacBook, I do have a USB-C to USB dongle. Not sure, what I will do, looks like I'm stuck just using my MacBook for the LCX, since everything else seems complex. My Receiver does have Zone 2, but I think it's for Left-Right banana plug inputs...

I'm new with amp/dac's, and I'm not sure of the best ways to hook up my sources. I just pulled the trigger on the "Massdrop Liquid Carbon X + SDAC DAC/Amp" and I'm planning of driving them with all my headphones. My sources are as follows: Apple TV (4th Gen)- Does not have an optical out; only...

Hi, I have IEMs, but I like to use open headphones for the little one at the home, or to be aware of my surroundings in public. I have not tried the USB-C port for sound output. Didn't know that was possible. I do have a Dragonfly Red, but not sure how to connect it. I'm guessing I would need...

Nintendo switch has great games for portability, but one thing it lacks is decent power output for headphones. I currently use Sennheiser HD-598 (50ohm), but the switch cant juice it up; max volume is low and you lose out on detail. I tried finding the power output for the switch, but I can't...

I don't own the 599 but, I do own the 598, and the 58X is superior in every department. The only pro I would give to the 598, is that they are easier to drive. I prefer to use them for my Nintendo Switch.

You guys better jump on these and not make the same huge mistake like last time. These headphones are dumb good. RIP HD-6XX

I have the HE-4XX and the 58X is the better overall can. Wins in every category (detail, Bass, mids etc.) except soundstage and build.

Not bad and great price. Here’s another cable. Already own two: 4XX and 6XX. Choose from 1.2m to 3m. Since cables are snake oil, these worked great for $16. NewFantasia Replacement Audio upgrade Cable For Sennheiser HD650, HD600, HD580, HD660S, Massdrop HD6XX headphones 1.2meters/4feet...

How are you driving them?

Both are great. 4XX has that spacious sound and more soundstage. 58X is superior overall: tighter bass, quality and quantity of bass, greater detail, easier to drive, less fatiguing. Not sure if I left something out.

I’m looking forward to trying my 58X with video games. Hopfully tonight. My previous to go cans were the AKG 7XX for the soundstage. I have two games that have excellent soundtracks to test them on. REZ Infinite and Wipreout Omega; both are heavily focused on music, with Rez gameplay impacting...

It seems very high-end headphones can combat these restrictions best, but never abosolute. If my memory serves correct, the HD 800 S improves in detail, but loses some soundstage.

It's great for a complimentary headphone. Headphones that excell at soundstage, lack in detail -- you can't have both. It comes down to preference, but to counter that, some people only want one headphone; sacrifices will be made.

Your the first person I came across that said the 58X aren’t great for rock. From my experience, that’s one of the genres it excels at, as well as hip-hop and EDM. Thank you for your feedback.

Hey everyone. Since I started this thread I've been doing research and, I took a step back. There is no need to spend $300-$500 on cans for video games. Lower priced cans today are matching those in that price range and more. But if you want wide soundstage for gaming you can get the Monoprice...

My iPhone X and Dragonfly Red also disagrees

@PeteMtl Hey, I meant no harm. I thought you were making an objective claim. I enjoyed reading your piece and I “liked” it. I’ve been trying to find the mids advantage for the 6XX through NPR Tiny Desk performances but, it’s very close. I might have to hear some music through Tidal (Master) to...

I disagree, with your main argument on 6XX being superior due to mids. One can argue 58X being superior due to bass, and here is why: in Hip-Hop producers like No I.D and Kanye West focus on drums and snares to give that deep punch, while DR. Dre and Swizz Beats use lots of bass. 58X produces...

@Tuneslover “If anyone is on the fence and wants a neutral sound signature with good detail that isn't harsh, grab these immediately. Even at $200, these are a good value. We live in a world where the HD6XX is already a thing (and comes with a nicer box), but that shouldn't detract from what...

I'm really enjoying the 58X, and thrown off that they are as good as they are for $150; I was expecting less since I bought them simply for mobile usage. I have a HD 6xx, so I'll do a quick comparison, and will be saving my full review for Massdrop. -58X are warm, and has deep bass while also...

Hey everyone, thank you for sharing and please continue. I just picked up the Sennheiser HD6XX (650), AKG 7XX and HE-4XX all from Massdrop. So far I’m really digging my AKG7XX for PUBG. What’s crazy is that you notice how bad gaming companies focus on their surround sound quality. Some games...

Thank you everyone for the info. They do look very good and enticing. I hope Massdrop makes a special version of the HD700. Looks sexii. Im curious how they compare to the 600 and 650.