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I know this is off topic but T1 mk1 ( or mk2) vs Hd650 for classic rock, jazz, classical, and metal. Which pair should i get ? I know the price is day and night different but i just one to hear your opinions. I would like the sound to be a bit warmth and dark with good soundstage and imaging. I tried DT880 and the treble is abit too piercing. What amp should i use to compliment the sound of either of the headphones. I appreciate any help from you guys.
P/S: source is PC (do i really need to invest in a DAC !?)
Thank you K,
If you had a hard time with the DT880, you may want to steer clear of the T1. T1Mk1 has as much or more treble than the DT880 (there seems to be a good bit of production variance, mine had WAY more than the 880). The T1Mk2 is warmer than the Mk1 and the 880. Treble level is probably a little below the 880. Treble becomes very smooth with a higher-end amp (but tightest treble control will come with a $1k+ price tag). It can be quite outstanding, if you invest in helping it sound good.
Best bet for a headphone in the price range that has good soundstage and imaging in the price range and doesn't necessarily need an amp would be the Enigma Acoustics Dharma D-1000. I'd call that one neutral with a slight bit of warmth. Good amp and dac will improve all aspects of the sound, but isn't necessarily necessary to enjoy the headphone.
There's also the Astell & Kern T5p, which is a collaboration with Beyer. It sounded similar to the new T1Mk2 when I heard it, but then again, I heard it on Astell & Kern's $3,800 flagship player, so you may want to take that with a tiny grain of salt. It probably sounds different through your PC.
I also think the Westone WA-60 would get you there, sound-wise, if you are open to an IEM.
All your other options (excluding IEMs) will include an amp. And unless your PC has a TOTL sound card that you didn't mention, you'll probably want a DAC too to optimize your sound level for your investment. A good DAC and amp can do quite a lot for your soundstage and imaging needs. Of course, YMMV.