[CTR640]

What I'm worried is the reports saying the ps5 can't provide enough power for wired headphones like the x2hr. Even using an external dac/amp like the sound blasterx g6 does not help much. Must be due to the usb port on the ps5.

To be honest, Sony sometimes sucks big time. I once could use the PS4 for a few days and it can't drive my Amiron Home.
And then I tried connecting my Amiron Wireless which bluetooth and guess what? "Your bluetooth headphone is not supported" Such logic.

I'm not surprised about what kind of bs Sony's been pulling out. If PS5 still has issues like other things holding back, well, I'm out of words.

 

[cirodts]

x2hr with litz copper cable, however, improves in some parameters, soundstage and cleanliness of the sound but loses in warmth and fullness of sound, it is a matter of taste.

 

[Gee Simpson]

What I'm worried is the reports saying the ps5 can't provide enough power for wired headphones like the x2hr. Even using an external dac/amp like the sound blasterx g6 does not help much. Must be due to the usb port on the ps5.

I use my X2HR with my PS5 and it's fine for me.

 

[deadchip12]

I use my X2HR with my PS5 and it's fine for me.

Do you use external dac/amp or you just plug the headphones straight into the controller? Is there enough volume headroom?

 

[Nirvana Woman]

Has anyone here compared the Meze Classics/Noir to the X2? How do they stack up, and how are the Mezes in terms of comfort?

 

[CTR640]

Has anyone here compared the Meze Classics/Noir to the X2? How do they stack up, and how are the Mezes in terms of comfort?

I own the Meze 99 Classics and they both sounds completely different from each other.
And as for comfort, the X2HR is the winner. Even tho the Meze Classics got nice comfort but the X2HR has a much better comfort.
You only have to get used if the X2HR is new and it will improve over time.

I'm aware you're talking about the X2 but maybe the X2 earpads are (almost) the same as for the X2HR?

And oh, I use only stock earpads on all of my headphones.

 

[Nirvana Woman]

I own the Meze 99 Classics and they both sounds completely different from each other.
And as for comfort, the X2HR is the winner. Even tho the Meze Classics got nice comfort but the X2HR has a much better comfort.
You only have to get used if the X2HR is new and it will improve over time.

I'm aware you're talking about the X2 but maybe the X2 earpads are (almost) the same as for the X2HR?

And oh, I use only stock earpads on all of my headphones.

Yeah I meant the X2HR, sorry. But I Love the Fidelio's comfort and sound, just read that the Meze's also have a warm sort of bassy sound with pretty laid back treble so I thought maybe they should be quite similar to the X2's (or X1's) in sound.

 

[CTR640]

Yeah I meant the X2HR, sorry. But I Love the Fidelio's comfort and sound, just read that the Meze's also have a warm sort of bassy sound with pretty laid back treble so I thought maybe they should be quite similar to the X2's (or X1's) in sound.

The Meze Classics is indeed a bassy headphone but what kind of bassy? That's the question. For example, look at the Amiron Home. It's the most warmer sounding headphone and yet it doesn't hide the details. Probably sub-bass? Different bass? Extended bass details? And another important thing to know is, which cable is used for Meze Classics. I no longer use the stock as the bass is pretty bloated. Not muddy, just bloated. So using the upgrade cables from Meze webstore and it sounds better. Others also have mentioned the bloated bass can be 'fixed' by using the Meze's smaller pads. I chose the upgrade cables because it can also be used for other headphones I'm horrible at replacing earpads anyway...

The Meze Classics are in a whole different league than the X2HR and not in terms of price (Well, the X2HR did costs $299?). Tbh, the treble of the X2HR sounds better than the Meze 99. But yeah, this hobby is very subjective... But Meze 99 with the upgrade cable is a very good headphone too.

 

[Nirvana Woman]

The X2's original MSRP was about 300 dollars yeah haha. And tbh I'd still pay that I think they're worth it for sure.

That's disappointing to hear about the Mezes though I guess I'll stick with my DT770's then, just have a lot of trouble enjoying the Beyer sound whether I mod them or EQ them they just have this dry thin sound to them that I sometimes struggle with.

 

[Gee Simpson]

Do you use external dac/amp or you just plug the headphones straight into the controller? Is there enough volume headroom?

Straight into the controller, been fine volume wise.

 

[InvisibleInk]

Straight into the controller, been fine volume wise.

Yeah, X2 isn't hard to drive. So you’re better off choosing a DAC/Amp or seperates based on features other than amplification volume.

 

[cirodts]

has anyone tried these pads https://www.amazon.it/gp/product/B08R8BC9YT/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A3TDQ7UIXW4T19&psc=1
Do they improve the sound of fidelio?

 

[Pharmaboy]

It's very hard to roll pads on the X2/X2HR. If you're going to go to the trouble and expense to do it, don't even think of using pleather, leather, or any material other than velour (because stock pads are velour).

I tried pleather pads and the sonic change was profound, and not in a good way.

 

[Radio81]

IDK, I like the Dekoni suede pads if you are able to EQ some. I think Dekoni also has a velour option. Have not tried it.

 

[tourmaline]

Have you ever thought of these?
https://www.amazon.com/Non-Woven-He...rds=headphone+ear+cover&qid=1610037304&sr=8-3

You probably could modify them to cover the original pads but not change the sound.