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Need recommendation
I am looking to add another pair of headphones to my collection. Coming from Akg/Sennheiser what other headphones can people recommend. I was thinking Beyerdynamic dt 880 or something like that. I like open headphones only, and prefer clean neutral sound. I currently own a pair of AKG Q701 and...- Macmuffin
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Beyerdynamic DT880 Modding
I want to buy a pair of DT880 Premium's, but there are a few things that I don't like about them. I would prefer two detachable cables, rather than one attached. Also, since the drivers are not angled, I would like to replace the pads with angled ones. I have never modified a pair of headphones...- NotaLefty
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Help me choose my first Audiophile Headphones
Good day all, Lately I was blessed by using my friends Hifiman HE400 on my sound blaster ZXR and I loved most of the experience. The sound is crisp, pronounced and rich ( sorry I am no Audiophile and do not know the terminology) except for the bass as it is a little flat for my taste. Also...- Salamndar
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No Fatigue, Least Fatigue, Moderate Fatigue, High Fatigue, Extreme Fatigue Headphones
In terms of sound, we can enjoy some headphones for long hours listening sessions but some headphones can tire our ears easily. May I be given the chance to survey your headphones because this might be a contribution for those who will buy new headphones. The headphones will be classified...- VALIENTE
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Will my Xonar DGX be able to drive 250ohm headphones?
Hey guys, I currently have an Asus Xonar DGX sound card on my desktop PC. I'm thinking of getting the Beyerdynamic DT880s, but I've heard that the 250ohm version sounds much better than the 32 ohm version when amped. Will my sound card be able to handle the 250ohm version or should I just go for...- BagelMonster
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Creative Sound Blaster Z with 250Ω headphones (DT880/DT990)?
Hey All! first of all, I tried reading through the comprehensive (at this time) 133 page long Creative Sound Blaster new series Z, Zx & ZxR thread, but after about 67 sites I wanted to save my brain from exploding and gave up trying to extract that particular bit of information. I also...- kesard
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[HELP] Need help choosing the correct Headphone Full-size for me.
Good morning Head-fiers, Next month, I'm going to NY and I'll buy my first hi-fi cups, but I'm having trouble choosing the best pair for my taste. One of the main reasons is that I don't have the headphones on hand to test, so I will have to base on some feedback from you head-fiers =P...- Ratto
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Best headphones that has only 1 wire?
Right now I'm looking at the HD598. I'm looking for the best headphones that has only 1 wire connecting to it (a lot of the better headphones have 2 wires, 1 on each side of the earcups). Is there anything better than the HD598? In terms of SQ and comfortability. Price is no issue.- Stanfoo
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Best Phones for Movie Watching
Hi, I'm curious what other people think are the best headphones for watching movies and why? Price is no object. If your answer depends on your amp, please list the amp as well.- Mfalcon
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Beyerdynamic DT880 more than hold their own against the Grado PS1000
This is my first post on head-fi. I used to be a professional cellist, and used to play alongside all kinds of instruments in all kinds of rooms or halls. And I love hi-fi, and have toyed with many very impressive systems, going up to the hundreds of thousands (US$). I'm saying that because the...- julienchina
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Something similar to DT990 with less treble?
I really loved my DT990s, I really screwed up one of the drivers today though and was wondering, what is a nice comfortable headphone with good bass and clarity, but without the sharp treble of beyers. I am going to see if I should get a new set of headphones or just replace the driver and...- TsukiNick
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how to configure my computer to use my burson conductor via usb?
hello everyone, my username is godzilla01 (real name Paul). I'm brand new to this site as a member but have frequented it a lot as a source of info and it was the reason for the equipment I've purchased so far on my quest to good sound throu headphones. I have a Burson conductor headphone amp...- godzilla01
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Amp for Beyerdynamic DT880
Hello. Which amp is better for DT880? I think about Audinst HUD-mx1 или mx2, but I'm not sure what mx2 have substantial sound improvement in compare with mx1. What do u think?- g0ss
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The perfect amp?: Pleiades Electra - Electron Tube Amp
Just saw this up on Ebay. A metal frame, 2 Tubes and some wires for a mere $70.000. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Battery-Tube-Only-Headphones-Amplifier-for-Sennheiser-HD-580-600-650-Beyer-DT880-/331096206110?pt=US_Pro_Audio_Amplifiers&hash=item4d16df2b1e What do you think? ;) ...- pOOB73
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DT880 leakage
How much DT880 leak sound compare to DT990 PRO or Sennheiser 598 i heard they are semi open but i need to know how well they are isolating sound because i have now 990,598, but im forced to use closed DT770 which are quite bassy. Im in room with someone and i can't afford to run fully open...- Bojo
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$200 dollar headphones for Rock, Metal and all around it.
Hi im looking to upgrade my current ATH-M50 to some better headphones + an Fiio E10. I really want these headphones to be extremely comfortable which is why I have had an eye on the DT770/880/990 however I do not have the possibility to test these out myself I have gotten different opinions from...- mudzi
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Looking to upgrade,need some advice
My current system consists of: Music Streamer II Straight Wire Encore II interconnect Headroom Little base amp Grado SR225 I purchased the Music Streamer II a few months ago. I'm very happy with the improvements it brought to my system. It really took a lot of metallic edge off...- Spiral Out
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Dt 880 premium vs. 990 premium vs. HD650
Hi guys. I'm mainly going to be using it for classical music, and will be plugging into Xonar STX sound card. These are some things that I really consider when listening. - Very rich sound ( especially bass) - NO dry sound (live acoustic) - Between Bright and Dark sounding, but a bit...- qkrzazzang
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a/v receir for Bayerdynamic DT 900 600ohms- Please Help me
well I spent $510 on a portable amp for by DT 990 600 ohms to realize they do not drive my DT 990 as I had expected, but I do not want to buy a desktop amp just for my headphones so I was thinking in buying a A/V receiver for my DT 990 600 ohms and for some speakers that I recently bought, I can...- Gorillaz
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38 Portable Amps Review
It has been about 9 months since Rob (Vorlon1) and I did a portable amp comparison. Since then I have had an idea of going back and adding additional amps. I hope that the additional listening time and perspective of all these months allows us to provide a better insight especially as we all...- mrarroyo
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Current headphones just don't sound good enough. I want to get into real high end audio and I have no idea where to start?
I've been using the M50's for a while and they just don't sound good enough. I realize I'm not going to get the best sound from my iPod and I'm ready to take the step into something better. I just don't know where to start. I know everything about headphones,I just am unsure about amps,how to...- willitblend
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Why are some headphones more expensive than others?
This may seem like the dumbest question on headfi, but seriously, why are some headphones more expensive than others? I have apple headphones that came with my iPhone 5, ws55's, and SRH840's, and I honestly can't tell any significant differences in sound quality. For example, everyone on headfi...- JR4599638
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Worried... Is there THAT much difference between the Beyerdynamic DT-880 250 ohm and 600 ohm?
Hello, I just recently scored a 250 ohm dt 880 for $210 on ebay, and was browsing the forums when I stumbled upon two or three forums. These forums were stating that the DT-880's were MUCH better in the 600 ohm variant, and the 250 ohm had comparatively recessed mids, which are the most...- averageaudio
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Headphone or Amp for next purchase
Hey, wanted to see what you guys think my next purchase should be. My current setup being schiit gungnir > schiit lyr with Hifiman HE500 and beyers dt880. I'm thinking of getting a new amp (Either schiit mjolnir or bryston BHA1) OR purchase a pair of Audeze LCD2s to try out audeze bass. I'm open...- MoonSung
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Looking to get some good headphones for xmas. the srh1540s just came out and look like the best option for me... anyone used em? are they bad just because they're a new product from Shure?
Looking for a new pair of great headphones... gonna get an o2 + dac to power whatever i do get. how are the srh1540s if anyone's used them? they look incredible and just what i'm looking for. i've been looking at beyerdynamic 770s, 880s, and others, but people have been saying shure is great...- gambiit08
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