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Music is what fuels my mind and my body. When I have problems and complexities, music is always there to calm and ease my mind. The clearer the sound, the clearer my thoughts. And so I strive to find the perfect sound. At this very time, what is within my possession are ATH-CKM500s, and what do they say to me? Well, much indeed. They have let me hear what they want me to hear. They play my loved music oh-so well, like they were made with me in mind. They truly put the life in to my soul.... yet I continue to search. I continue to search for a tool just like it, but is willing to understand me more. And willing to let me understand them more. 

 

my headphones say that I care more about sound than personal appearance... 

My headphones tell a story of progression and learning.  From my first foray into music by the purchase of a walkman; the cassette kind. Of course it came with a low budget set of earbuds, the stock kind that only get you started into wanting more. I was an infant, but I still enjoyed music to what I believed was the best it could be, "portable, where you want it, and how loud you want it". 

 

My next foray was into the Bose IEMs, which was a mistake, I can admit that now. However, you have to make mistakes to learn. After this mistake I spent numerous hours on the internet.

My next set of headphones was a set for my gaming console.  I rarely buy something that is a unitasker, so I went with the Tritton AX720, hoping I could game and listen to music.  This left me wanting more, not quite what I desired, the sound stage was empty and it just wasn't a very high fidelity headset.  I even purchased the Astro A40s but shortly returned them because, they too, were lacking.  I began to question if I would have to buy a unitasker.

This is where I found Head-Fi, where my eyes were opened to the world of true audiophile grade equipment and the people who take the time to meticulously review even the worst headphones.  My next set of headphones and my main set of "cans" are the Sennheiser PC360. 

The PC360 was to replace my Trittons and to have a set of headphones I can truly appreciate while gaming AND with music.  These are a truly amazing set of headphones, that I utilize every day.  Since the PC360 are so unwieldy, I also purchased a set of IEMs, the Etymotic Hf5.  

 

The Etys sound great and provide the isolation I demand on the move.  I am just starting into the IEM world and would really appreciate the chance to continue to evolve with the 4.Ai.

 

As you can see, I believe each set of headphones I own (I still owe them all) shows my evolution from a young child into an adult.  I still have a lot to learn, but music continues to help me grow and attain a better understand of true, high quality equipment.

Edited by IgniteableAura - 8/1/12 at 7:25am

My DT1350, ASG-1's and GR07s all say one thing: I don't care what other people say about my headphones, if I like what I hear, then that's what I'll listen to.

Like life itself, my headphones change over time offering a snapshot of a journey when viewed at any point in time.

The one constant they portray is that I seek out that which is beyond mediocre. I'm always interested in quality sound and craftsmanship.

My headphone collection shows that I am still on a search for my 'perfect' headphone while still appreciating the different sonic qualities of many different headphones. I love variety; whether in audio gear, music, food, sports, and just about everything else. In the end, no matter which headphone I have on, I will always be first and foremost a lover of music and the profound emotional effects it can have on an individual. Without music I couldn't have survived.

Thank you for this rare and lovely opportunity!

My GR06's represent my under-the-radar attitude.  They're small and barely noticeable, yet pack in a huge sound.  They won't gain any unwanted attention, but they'll grab people's interests for those who look closely at them. 

 

They also represent my recklessness.  I love how they are built like a tank cause I left them in the washing machine not once, but twice.

My headphone said I'm crazy, you spend this much on me???

My headphones demonstrate that I like to tinker. Most, I built myself or have modified pretty heavily.

Grado sr125i's and a pair of self modded T50rp's.

 

What do these say about me?

I love to work with my hands and just jam away. I can honestly say I'm one of those people that'll have my headphones on and just dance to the music because it sounds so good.  I love to get immersed in the music, and let the real world fade away into nothing but a black void while Andrea Bocelli softly serenades my ears, or while Van Halen shreds.  Music is energy to me, and I can't do without it.

What do your headphones/IEMs say about you?

 

Well, firstly, my IEMs represent my passion and dedication to audio. Truth be told, i started my journey only 2 years ago, when i was introduced to the world of audio by a friend. This experience has bee extremely rewarding and after one and a half years, i pulled the trigger on a pair of top-end custom IEMs, the Unique Melody Miracles. The community here at head-fi has been extremely supportive and helpful, especially when i was just starting my journey. For those that are curious, what got me addicted to audio was listening to old and well loved songs that i have listened to a hundred times before, with better equipment and discovering that each song had something more to offer. This made every old song seem new again.

 

My IEMs also exhibit my constant curiosity to push boundaries in whatever i do. From young, i have always felt the natural curiosity to understand or get a feel of how far can things (eg:technology) be pushed. In pursuing this curiosity, i have found out more about myself. You could call it as discovering your self-identity. In my audio journey, i have realised my preferences for things that i didn't use to care about.

 

Also, my IEMs represent my need to stand out from the crowd. Don't get me wrong, i am not the attention-seeking type, but rather the type that will stop and question before following the 'norms' set by my peers or my seniors before me. My custom IEM also conveys my individuality, be it through the colour choice or sound signature, my miracles may look unorthodox but i frankly, i love them to bits. Also, for me, i decided to go the CIEM route due the portability that they had to offer. I chose the Miracles for it's supremely balanced sound signature, which was something i was looking for. I wanted something close to a reference IEM, as i always wanted to try out and analyse different songs/audio equipment. When considering this IEM choice, i also thought about getting another CIEM with a more 'fun' sound, after a long consideration, i decided to go for a balanced sound signature as i did not want to get a fun IEM and later get bored of it. Perhaps in the future, i may venture into headphones and desktop setups.

 

I believe that anyone's headphones/IEMs can represent a part of their individuality. Some people may choose to wear huge bulky headphones while others wearing lighter and smaller earphones. Their choice shows me what exactly do they prioritise in their choice of a earphone/headphone. Is portability a major concern for them? Another example would be the fact that some may buy their headphones/iems based on aesthetics while others rather buy for sound quality. Or in the case of sound, some may prefer a fun sound signature while others may prefer something more balanced and analytical. Sound signature is a personal thing, it differs from person to person and therefore there is a need to have an open mind. For all we know, audio is a small warm fuzzy thing.

 

Lastly, both my IEMs and my rig in general, represent something even more personal to me. They represent the fact that hard work, dedication and time spent wisely can pay off. Long story cut short, I am a student, still in my studies and not having a job. Therefore, my budget for audio is always limited. For my Miracles, which were a huge investment, i had to work part time during my school holidays for more than a month before being able to afford the miracles.  Despite the price, every time i put the miracles to my ears and listen to my music, it never fails to put a smile on my face. For that, i believe that every cent was worth it.

 

 

Some eye candy:

 

      

I have TF10 and Klipsch X10. I love the dynamics of TF10, while I like the closeness and sensuality of X10's (for any smooth jazz or female vocals).

When I listen to music, I want to enjoy it, without thinking too much about technical details.

At the moment, my headphones and IEMs say that I am dedicated to sound.  My EQ7s have been lovingly recabled and are the workhorse of my portable recording studio.  At home, my Fostex and my custom built SFI headphones speak to my desire for clarity and transparency in my music and work.  But a pair of 4.Ai's... what would they say?

What do my headphones say about me?

 

My headphones say that I love music, that I spend (anyone on this site really) way too much on headphones, because I love hearing music in a way where every note, and instrument has its own stage. I use some Chambers Premium which aren't very popular anywhere really, but they say that I let my ears choose what sounds good to me. I didn't get and Ultrasone 550's, 780's, Beyers, or Denon's. I went with my ears. Headphones let you go to another world and the kind and type are the craft for that travel. My Chambers say I like music intimate, close, and alive with energy.

 

 

 

 

Wizard, how many answers can we give? All of our answers enter the contest (or just the last one)?

 

Thank you!