wow thanks for the input, I'll start digging :)

Alright, I'm pretty familiar with foobar2000's components, the problem is I didn't find a place that hosts updated skins/themes. Even deviantart's #Foo-Nation is slow in updating. I'm looking for a clean interface, something like this, but with a little more functionality:  ...

Hi,   I've been using Foobar2000 for a couple of years now, I managed to tweak the ui to fit my needs BUT its not a pretty sight :P Do you guys have a preferred skin/theme for foobar? I've searched the web and all I could find are outdated skins that don't support foobar2000 1.0+ Those...

I just wanted to thank DEX85 for helping me out with opamps for the Xonar ST. I'm using my Xonar to output to my Heed Canamp and through my K701.   I have tried 7920NA in the buffer, and there was already an improvement in sound quality over stock. Then I tried 7920HA in the buffer, oh...

Actually I purchased the Xonar ST this morning, I listened to it for a few hours today. Its a pretty remarkable card. Sound quality is actually much better than what I had expected (I didn't expect much of a change in the first place and was just trying my luck). In my opinion it is better...

Quote: "Does not support 64-bit or Vista."   *EDIT* Whoa, I just checked the prices for the newer Lynx, they're insanely expansive where I live. Will the soundcards in my original post make any noticeable improvement with my system?

Hello Head-Fi :)   I need your help, I want to upgrade my soundcard but I don't know which one is better. Currently I have my ESI Juli@ which had served me quite well for the last couple of years. I'm not going to get an external DAC, so I'm looking for an internal solution.   Which of...

I recently purchased the Black Dragon headphone cable for my k701. I'm very happy with the sq improvement over the stock cable Compared with the stock cable the sound is now much clearer, the soundstage is huge and the bass extension goes lower giving the k701 the little "depth" they needed...

Hi, I have just picked Oritek x-1 cables on ebay. I paid $125 for one meter. Do you guys know if people fake Oritek too?

Hi, Actually I have the Heed Canamp + K701 combo and I'm very pleased. So pleased that I actually bought the Moon Audio Black Dragon cables for them. I havn't got them yet, but I can post an impression once I do receive them.

Hi, Right now I'm using esi juli@ -> heed canamp -> k701 I may have an option to purchase an OMZ (Oritek Modded Zhaolu) to replace the juli@. What I would like to ask is, is the OMZ's dac an improvement over the Juli@'s? Thanks!

Hi All, I got myself a new CanAmp, it has barely 12 hours of usage on it. Do you guys think it will change its SQ with further usage? If so what are the changes I'm about to experience with each milestone?

Thanks!

Quote: Originally Posted by wfranklin User manual? Ya mean, plug it in, put 'em on, turn it up? haha I actually need it so I know how to replace the pads and or replace the cable.

Hi guys, I have the akg k701 but I don't have the manual (bought it used). Can you guys refer me to the user manual, or somebody that owns the k701 and has some spare time can scan and upload it somewhere? I hope its not too much to ask for. Thanks!

Hi, Just wanted to update you all, I just bought the hd280 as I need good isolation (sound comes second - I have my akg k701 at home). Anyway out of the box they sound a little too bright but its not too bad, yes they are bass shy, but I don't need too much bass. I just hope that with good...

Okay the ath m50 are out of my budget, what do you guys say about hfi-550 or hfi 650? How are these with isolation and without an amp?

Great, sounds good, the reason I need good isolation is because I'm in the office with another guy who's listening to music on his speakers.

Hi! I'm searching for isolating headphones that will block outside noise from coming in. I've read that the hd280 are very good at that and are very well in my budget. One question though, do they need an amp? I'm looking for a solution that wont require an amp.

Thank you all for your input. I am now considering these amps: EF-1, DV 336SE, Vincent KHV-111. What would be the most bang for the buck in your opinion (with the K701)? EDIT: Found a small review about the EF-1 and the DV 336SE - if anyone is interested...

Hi! I've searched the forum for a decisive answer regarding a proper tube amp for the k701 with no luck. Every thread I've found contradicted the other. Basically the setup I have is: Juli@ > Aqua Head amp (solid state) > K701 The sound is pretty detailed with my current amp and the...

I'm from Israel, its almost impossible to find good amps at reasonable prices here

I'm using the esi juli@ as source and my budget is $400 I don't need it to be portable

hi, I have recently bought the k701 and I'm using it with the aqua head amp, I want to know if theres a better amp for them, what is your recommendation, should I upgrade? would love to hear about all the amps people know are a good match for the k701 Thanks in advance, Shay

Hi, I'm considering a new headphone purchase in the near future, and I'm wondering about the hd600 and the dt880, which headphones do you consider to be better? any response would be greatly appreciated *I havn't had the chance to listen to any of them, just wanted to know if they're on...