Sorry for the late reply! That is weird, i can't recommend any other solution, that is the weirdest thing, never had that issue with my old HD558 which are virtually the same, hopefully you find a solution! try reddit.com/r/headphones.   Arctic monkeys are great! Cheers!

Maybe the Sennheiser HD650? I have the HD600 and they are more neutral than the HD650.   HD650 have a sound signuature closer to your IEMS but with a wider sound stage and very "airy" in a way.   But I would also recommend the HD600. If you wait for a little bit, the Sennheiser HD800 goes...

I have the same thing happening with my left ear and I have the Sennheiser HD600, do you happen to have long hair that covers the ear? It helps me when I move my hair out of the way before I put them on.

I shall be there! Bringing along a couple friends new to the hobby!

Beyerdynamic DT770s are very affordable and more "fun" sounding than the Shures. Closed Back, very comfortable and I'm sure those pads shouldn't get too sweaty or hot after extended usage. Only $130 at the moment.  ...

Get a separate microphone. You never stated your budget though.   Please tell me your budget and your sound signature preferences.

It is probably some grounding issue internally or you are getting AC hum or interference with the unit itself. Try plugging it into another outlet in your home and/or move it away from any wireless devices (phones, devices with WiFi, Routers, Bluetooth keyboards etc.). I would recommend...

I would try the Shure SE315-k, or even the SE215 would suffice in terms of audio and build quality. Lets hear from other people if my suggestion isnt enough but here are some links:   Shure SE315-K: http://www.amazon.com/Shure-SE315-K-Isolating-Earphone-Hi-Definition/dp/B00426DND4   Shure...

Well I heard the ODAC works with Razer Surround and other Surround software and ASIO, but I would not use surround sound software at all while gaming it ruins the quality and the positioning and engineering put into the game, just use the standard headphone setting on the audio settings of the...

The bass is emphasized and slightly hard hitting but controlled.

There is the iBasso DX90: http://www.amazon.com/iBasso-DX90-Resolution-Connection-Distributor/dp/B00JRGLX3G   The iBasso DX50: http://www.amazon.com/iBasso-DX50-Mastering-Authorized-Distributor/dp/B00J6RVQJM   This one isnt that high capacity but the HiFiMan...

The Audio Technica being a Studio Headphone should not take them automatically from the list, I would definitley give them a shot: http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50x-Professional-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B00HVLUR86/ref=sr_1_2?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1412287275&sr=1-2   I...

Very True but only Marginally, same drivers yet different dampening I'm pretty sure.

You are welcome! Happy Hunting!

I'm here to help hah, well reviews say they are basically the same, I have owned them for about a year before giving them to a friend for studio work, and the soundstage is very closed sounding yet the detail and bass is fantastic for the price, so I wouldn't hesitate pulling the trigger on...

I would get the 32 ohm, it means less resistance which concludes that you won't need an amp for them.

People have said to stay away from any Sabre DACs because of added brightness to the headphones. I would say to match your Schiit and get a fully upgraded Bifrost from them. That would be about 50% your budget, and from there on I think the sound quality gets better very marginally or...

You should consider the M50x from Audio Technica or the Beyerdynamic DT770 at that price point they are more comfortable and better sounding than those terrible beats.

The Schiit Loki is a DSD only DAC, I would go for the Modi or an ODAC and Use the Magni or O2 over the Vali, the Vali is known to be a bit worse than it advertises.

I might also add the AKG K712 pro into there. I could add links but I'm on mobile, google is your friend now. They go for around $350, there aren't extensive options for that price range. Although I would personally recommend the HD600, I have tried the Hifiman HE-560 and the HD650 They didn't...

They have some great cables. Purple braided cable for the HD800 is the best in my opinion.

Fiio does do its job, jriver is perfect for media, I've used it before and I think its amazing and way better than VLC media player that a lot of people use. But for now worry about the Fiio, and later you can pm me for any other concerns or start another thread and I might see you there! You...

Of course! Its a great combo amp/DAC for the AKGs in my opinion, maybe not others but thats the best in the price point at the moment.

I would get this combination, I want it in the near future:   Sennheiser HD600: http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Dynamic-Professional-Stereo-Headphones/dp/B00004SY4H   Mayflower Electronics...

I would say just get a Fiio E10, It will not improve but get the audio out as it is, which may be an improvement over the EQ of your sound card/onboard sound chip completely, it has a DAC and an Amp in it for headphones which is not necessary for your headphones but will be if you decide to...