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post #4786 of 6384
2/9/13 at 9:01pm
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Originally Posted by chuckle490 View Post

Hmm, I can't decide whether I want to get the ZO2.3 and double amp with the E11 or get the C&C BH to replace my E11. Any help?

Double up with E-11 into ZO on high gain/red contour and don't look back.  :-)

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post #4787 of 6384
2/9/13 at 9:46pm
Haha, I'm definitely considering it, how portable is that rig though?
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post #4788 of 6384
2/9/13 at 10:12pm
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Originally Posted by Tomed View Post

Just got a pair of M100s, switching from HD598s. Can't say the bass is lacking in the M100s but I feel like the overall sound coming out of these headphones is just no where near as clear as my HD598s. I'm not sure how you'd explain it with the proper lingo but I'd say it just sounds muddy in comparison. Not to mention the comfort level is no where near as close -- the M100s are like a vice around my head and create painful suction cups around my ears. Maybe I'm just not used to the closed style but I do remember my D2000s being very comfortable and an absolute joy to listen to. The bass wasn't as strong as the M100s but the overall experience felt clearer and more fluid. I plan to return the M100s unless I get used to them in the next couple days. Can anyone point me in the right direction from here, any other good headphones to try out based on my experience? I'm not particularly interested in blocking outside noise I just want a comfortable pair of headphones that sounds as clear as the HD598s with more bass.


Try out a ATH- AD900X. That is exactly what your looking for. My HD595s are lacking in bass as well the AD900X solves that issue with the clarity, stage and air that are the trademarks of open cans.  You can't replace an open can with a closed one and get a similar sound. Lol.


Edited by Dsnuts - 2/9/13 at 10:15pm
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post #4789 of 6384
2/9/13 at 10:49pm
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Originally Posted by retrophonic View Post

B&H sells them at retail value, and I'm sure they will accept returns.

Still think I'll avoid though its kinda tempting.
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post #4790 of 6384
2/10/13 at 3:19am
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Originally Posted by Dsnuts View Post

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Originally Posted by Tomed View Post

Just got a pair of M100s, switching from HD598s. Can't say the bass is lacking in the M100s but I feel like the overall sound coming out of these headphones is just no where near as clear as my HD598s. I'm not sure how you'd explain it with the proper lingo but I'd say it just sounds muddy in comparison. Not to mention the comfort level is no where near as close -- the M100s are like a vice around my head and create painful suction cups around my ears. Maybe I'm just not used to the closed style but I do remember my D2000s being very comfortable and an absolute joy to listen to. The bass wasn't as strong as the M100s but the overall experience felt clearer and more fluid. I plan to return the M100s unless I get used to them in the next couple days. Can anyone point me in the right direction from here, any other good headphones to try out based on my experience? I'm not particularly interested in blocking outside noise I just want a comfortable pair of headphones that sounds as clear as the HD598s with more bass.


Try out a ATH- AD900X. That is exactly what your looking for. My HD595s are lacking in bass as well the AD900X solves that issue with the clarity, stage and air that are the trademarks of open cans.  You can't replace an open can with a closed one and get a similar sound. Lol.

 

Better yet, get a AD900X and a FiiO E12 to go with it. The E12 bolsters up the AD900X's lower end a good deal, and even more so with the bass boost. Mind you, though, I have the first version of the E12 with the more sub-bass boost, not the soon-to-be-released more mid-bass boost version.

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post #4791 of 6384
2/10/13 at 4:25am
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Originally Posted by Dsnuts View Post


Try out a ATH- AD900X. That is exactly what your looking for. My HD595s are lacking in bass as well the AD900X solves that issue with the clarity, stage and air that are the trademarks of open cans.  You can't replace an open can with a closed one and get a similar sound. Lol.

I'm not looking to reproduce the sound of the HD598s, I had D2ks which were closed and loved them (they broke). I was going to get another pair but they are not worth paying $400 for a used pair. I'll try out the AD900X, thanks for the advice!

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post #4792 of 6384
2/10/13 at 4:51am
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Originally Posted by blackdeath View Post

Hey guys, i need your advice. I got pro900, overally its a good headphone but i want some more sub-bass. My budget is 300 $ and i use it with ipod and 2stepdance. Dt990, hd650, d2000/5000, xb1000 ....?? 

 

I like the PRO 900, but I agree that it is lacking in sub-bass. The XB1000 and D2000 are very good at providing a good sub-bass experience. Mid-bass punch and quantity isn't prevalent, but both fare well when amped; bass quantity is increased whilst retaining overall sound quality.

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post #4793 of 6384
2/10/13 at 6:32am
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Originally Posted by myap2328 View Post

@CRAIGSTER So there's no store which allows u to return te sig. Dj if i find it not suitable?


The only US store that I believe would allow returns is B&H in New York, but their selling price is $1,000.

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post #4794 of 6384
2/10/13 at 6:34am
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Originally Posted by Tomed View Post

Just got a pair of M100s, switching from HD598s. Can't say the bass is lacking in the M100s but I feel like the overall sound coming out of these headphones is just no where near as clear as my HD598s. I'm not sure how you'd explain it with the proper lingo but I'd say it just sounds muddy in comparison. Not to mention the comfort level is no where near as close -- the M100s are like a vice around my head and create painful suction cups around my ears. Maybe I'm just not used to the closed style but I do remember my D2000s being very comfortable and an absolute joy to listen to. The bass wasn't as strong as the M100s but the overall experience felt clearer and more fluid. I plan to return the M100s unless I get used to them in the next couple days. Can anyone point me in the right direction from here, any other good headphones to try out based on my experience? I'm not particularly interested in blocking outside noise I just want a comfortable pair of headphones that sounds as clear as the HD598s with more bass.


While I have not personally heard them, I have been reading some amazing comments regarding the Yamaha PRO 500, so they may be worth some research.  They run $400.

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post #4795 of 6384
2/10/13 at 6:38am
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Originally Posted by chuckle490 View Post

Haha, I'm definitely considering it, how portable is that rig though?


The E11 and ZO are so light and small that you can use both and still have a highly portable rig.  You can band them so you don't have a mess of wires.


Edited by Craigster75 - 2/10/13 at 6:46am
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post #4796 of 6384
2/10/13 at 6:39am
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Originally Posted by juhm View Post

Hey guys I'm trying to find some really bassy IEMs to use at the gym, maybe similar in sound to my xb500 headphones or a bit better maybe stronger bass? I'm wanting to spend about 100$ on them give or take a bit.


Velodyne V-Pulse?

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post #4797 of 6384
2/10/13 at 6:58am

Hey, now that i have settled the sound quality part of my headphone choice, i was wondering if i should dash straight into the

pricey-audiphile grade denon d5000 or slowly build up so that my ears would be tuned to become more sensitive. The biggest

problem now is that the d5000 is discontinued and if i don't get them before the end of this year it's most likely going to end up in

some other people's hands. So should I:

1) Just Go For IT! - DENON D5k

 

2) Start Slow- Sennheiser Amperior (Mid/Upper-Mid Fi), then move up the audiophile ladder.

 

3) Go For IEMS! (Westone 3- Quite interested in these!)- <I'll put this here for the sake of putting it here>

 

Thanks a million, people in this forum are truly very helpful, esp. Craigster for your suggestions.

 

Btw, i was wondering why not many of you (in fact none) commented about the d5000. Why?

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post #4798 of 6384
2/10/13 at 7:28am
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Originally Posted by myap2328 View Post

Hey, now that i have settled the sound quality part of my headphone choice, i was wondering if i should dash straight into the

pricey-audiphile grade denon d5000 or slowly build up so that my ears would be tuned to become more sensitive. The biggest

problem now is that the d5000 is discontinued and if i don't get them before the end of this year it's most likely going to end up in

some other people's hands. So should I:

1) Just Go For IT! - DENON D5k

 

2) Start Slow- Sennheiser Amperior (Mid/Upper-Mid Fi), then move up the audiophile ladder.

 

3) Go For IEMS! (Westone 3- Quite interested in these!)- <I'll put this here for the sake of putting it here>

 

Thanks a million, people in this forum are truly very helpful, esp. Craigster for your suggestions.

 

Btw, i was wondering why not many of you (in fact none) commented about the d5000. Why?

 

 

I'd get the D5000 for the simple fact it's going to only get harder and harder to get them as time goes on.  The D5000 are extremely capable headphones and definitely lean towards the bass side of things.  You should not be disappointed with them and I can assure you that there won't be any trouble selling them used if the need arises.  There are better headphones, but the D5000 deserve a listen.

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post #4799 of 6384
2/10/13 at 7:49am
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Originally Posted by Craigster75 View Post


The E11 and ZO are so light and small that you can use both and still have a highly portable rig.  You can band them so you don't have a mess of wires.

 

Look at my avatar, click on it and you see the size.  It's pretty small.

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post #4800 of 6384
2/10/13 at 8:58am

Wow I think I'm sold on it Oregonian, I'm going to wait till Valentine's day is over to order the ZO though, so I don't over extend my funds. wink.gif

 

Maybe eventually I could upgrade from the E11 to the E12 as I'm sure the E12 will work great double amping.

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